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WCC Head Offers Support for Reform to New UN Secretary General
The World Council of Churches (WCC) General Secretary Rev Dr Samuel Kobia has sent a letter of congratulations to the South Korean Foreign Minister Ban Ki-Moon on his election on 13 October as the United Nations Secretary General...
Christians Rally against Government Arms Unit
Major Christian groups have joined together Monday against the Government's arms sales unit, the Defence Export Service Organisation (DESO), as they called for its closure and an end to the Government's promotion of arms from the UK.
Christians to Rally against Government Arms Unit
Major Christian groups will come together in central London Monday to urge the Government to close its arms sales unit, the Defence Export Service Organisation (DESO).
Youthworker Conference Readies to Kick Off
As the dates for Youthwork the Conference inches closer, the preparation committee readies to educate and inspire thousands of youth workers.
San Jose Harvest Crusade Wraps up with Nearly 40,000
Greg Laurie's Silicon Valley Harvest Crusade in San Jose wrapped up yesterday with a total attendance of 38,600 people, and 4,042 people making professions of faith. More than 30,000 watched the event online via webcast.
World Vision Readies for Christmas Spirit
World Vision is high on Christmas spirits, as they recently launched its new Alternative Gift Catalogue for Christmas 2006. In addition, the Christian charity is selling Christmas Cards again due to popular demand.
Delirious? Tours UK with Tim Hughes
Popular British worship band Delirious? has embarked on 'The Mission Bell Tour' for October and November, following the release of their latest CD/DVD project.
Kelly Looks to Fight Extremism by Targeting Educational 'Hotspots'
Ruth Kelly, the Communities Minister, will meet with a group of local authority officials today, looking to tell that the battle of extremism in the UK should be fought by all communities - and not just by the Muslim community.
Youthwork the Conference Prepares to Kick Off
As the dates for Youthwork the Conference inches closer, the preparation committee readies to educate and inspire thousands of youth workers. This year, the event will take place 10th-13th November in Southport and 17th-19th November in Eastbourne.
Thousands Worldwide Take Part in Micah Sunday to Fight Poverty
Thousands of Christians from over 20 countries celebrated Micah Sunday on 15 October, participating in festivals, prayer services and exhibitions all aimed at raising awareness of the UN Millennium Development Goals and poverty...
Christian Aid Seeks New Goal to Tackle World Poverty
As World Poverty Day approaches, Christian Aid says it is now vital to introduce a new United Nations Millennium Development Goal (MDG), which will require governments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions as an indispensable part of the fight against poverty.
President of US National Clergy Council Reflects on Lessons from Amish
The president of the US National Clergy Council has remarked on the lessons he will never forget from his time with the Amish community of Nickel Mines in the aftermath of the school shootings, where he was able to see firsthand the Word of God being lived out.
Killer's Wife Praises Amish Community for Mercy
The widow of the man who barged into an Amish schoolhouse two weeks ago, shooting dead five girls, has expressed her sincere thanks for the overwhelming love shown to her by the Amish community.
British Airways Suspends Christian for Refusing to Remove Cross Necklace
A British airways employee has been suspended from work for refusing to remove a Christian crucifix necklace. Nadia Eweida, a check-in worker at London's Heathrow Airport...
North Korea Angry over UN Sanctions
Pyongyang has condemned the UN Security Council for passing a resolution which imposes weapons and financial sanctions on North Korea after its claimed nuclear test last Monday.