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Church of England Hopes to Stimulate Nation's Prayer Life
The Church of England has launched a new resource that incorporates clips from the hit films Four Weddings and a Funeral, Dead Man Walking, and Truly, Madly, Deeply in a bid to boost the nation's prayer life.
Christian Volunteers Build Hope for Egypt's Poorest Families
A team of intrepid Biblelands volunteers has just returned from rural Egypt, where they spent ten days helping some of the country's poorest inhabitants to rebuild their homes.
Mexico City Legalises Gay Civil Unions
Mexico City has become only the second Latin American city to legalise gay civil union, a move strongly opposed by the Roman Catholic Church and conservative groups.
Operation Christmas Child Rejects 'Christmas' Gifts
Operation Christmas Child, which is run by Samaritan's Purse, is requesting that donors pack shoeboxes with toys, notepads, and basic necessities such as soap - but not with items related to the Christian Christmas.
Passion 07 Aims to Garner 20,000 Internationally
U.S-based Passion Conferences is expected to gather more than 20,000 students next year from all across the USA and internationally. 12 countries are already represented, including Japan, South Korea, South Africa, Australia, Brazil and Ireland.
Wal-Mart Employees Say 'Merry Christmas'
Following last year's Wal-Mart controversy regarding religious issues over Christmas, the corporation announced to its employees Thursday that it is OK to once again greet shoppers by saying "Merry Christmas" instead of the generic "Happy Holidays."
Christian Aid Unites with Artists to Raise HIV Awareness
Christian Aid has joined forces with several high profile artists from the North East to hold an exhibition that will raise awareness and funds for people living with HIV.
Young People Lobby Tony Blair over Climate Change
School children have met Tony Blair to express their concerns over climate change. The group, between the ages of eight and 17, represented the organisers of last Saturday's massive I Count rally, Stop Climate Chaos.
Shock Victory for Oppressed Belarus Church
A surprise ruling by the highest economic court in Belarus has given hope to the members of the New Life Church which has faced years of fines, threats and general harrassment at the hands of the authorities.
Church of England Hopes to Stimulate Nation's Prayer Life
The Church of England hopes to encourages members to "learn lessons for life" in its new practical prayer guide released this week. The resource entitled Life Source features a number of
Canterbury Cathedral Raises £300,000 One Month into Restoration Campaign
Canterbury Cathedral has raised in excess of £300,000 in just one month in its campaign to gain funds for restoration works...
Methodist Youth Conference 2006 to Focus on Bread of Life
Young members of the Methodist Church will receive the bread of life once again as they gather for the annual Youth Conference next week. The Conference in Norfolk will bring together
Norman Kember Hesitates to Testify Against Captors
Former British hostage Norman Kember is unsure as to whether he will testify against his suspected captors who have now been arrested.
Evangelicals Continue Fight to Protect Children from Gambling Temptations
The Evangelical Alliance has welcomed Professor Mark Griffiths' warning that slot machines of whatever sized stake can be addictive and that vulnerable children should not be allowed to use them.
Switchfoot Reveals Feature Story for Oh! Gravity
Switchfoot recently revealed the feature story of their upcoming new album Oh! Gravity. "We've always used music as a vehicle to explore our own questions and frustrations," says Switchfoot singer/songwriter/guitarist Jon Foreman of the band's new album.
Fresh Concerns Arise Over Religious Freedom in Turkey as EU Membership is Questioned
As the EU Commission yesterday released its Progress Report on Turkey's preparations for EU membership, Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) has highlighted two cases which raise fresh concerns over the implementation of the country's religious freedom obligations.