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Churches Urged to Fight Climate Change, Join Blackout London
As the 'I Count' rally approaches, Churches are increasingly urging congregants to take part in the fight against climate change. Taking place 4 November, the aim is to urge the UK government to take responsibility personally and nationally to reduce the causes of climate change...
Church of England Criticises Government's 'Multi-Faith Society'
In a wide-ranging condemnation of policy, it says that the attempt to make minority "faith" communities more integrated has left society "more separated than ever before". The criticisms are made in a confidential Church document, leaked to The Sunday Telegraph, that challenges the "widespread description" of Britain as a multi-faith society and even calls for the term "multi-faith" to be reconsidered.
World in Shock as North Korea Claims Successful Nuclear Test
North Korea has defied international warnings and carried out its first testing of a nuclear weapon. The nuclear test was said to have been carried out underground, and reports from North Korea are touting it as a "success"...
Hillsong United Supports SHOCKWAVE Global Youth Prayer
The youth pastor of Hillsong Youth in Australia has expressed his support of the upcoming global youth prayer event for the some 200 million persecuted Christians.
Hillsong United Supports SHOCKWAVE Global Youth Prayer
The youth pastor of Hillsong Youth in Australia has expressed his support of the upcoming global youth prayer event for the some 200 million persecuted Christians.
Shots Fired Between North & South Korea as Tensions Mount over Nuclear Weapons Test
South Korean troops have fired warning shots at soldiers from the North as tensions continue to rise over reports that the North plans to test a nuclear weapon.
Northern Ireland Politicians Aim to Tackle Sectarianism
Representatives of Glasgow's Rangers and Celtic football clubs have met this week with unionist and nationalist politicians from Northern Ireland as part of a fact finding mission to Scotland that they hope will shed fresh light on how to tackle the scourge of sectarianism.
CSW Names New Honorary President
The former Cabinet Minister, who is also an author, journalist and graduate in theology, brings with him a "wealth of experience which will be useful to CSW", a press release explains.
World Ecumenical Church Head Leads Congratulations as Tutu turns 75
The General Secretary of the World Council of Churches (WCC), Rev. Dr Samuel Kobia has offered a summary of the "positive influence" that Archbishop Desmond Tutu has had on the works of the WCC as well as the global ecumenical movement.
Speed-Dating Style 'Connexion' to Bring Followers Back to Church
Soul Connexion, a speed-dating style campaign to get people back to church, will be promoted in Swindon. A huge poster promoting the event will soon be on tour.
Evangelical Alliance & CARE Welcome David Cameron's Commitment to Marriage & Family
The Christian Social Action Charity CARE, and the Evangelical Alliance, have welcomed Conservative Party Leader David Cameron's plans to emphasise the importance of marriage.
New Bible Studies with Music Videos and Bands
Big Shiny Planet, a six-week Bible study for student ministry led through music and video, will present a lesson based on songs from an artist or band..
Christian Solidarity Worldwide Appoints Jonathan Aitkin as Honorary President
Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) has announced its new Honorary President this week to be Jonathan Aitken. The former Cabinet Minister, who is also an author, journalist and graduate in theology...
Archbishop Williams Embarks on China Trip
The visit, which starts Sunday, "is intended to provide a deeper understanding of the Christian communities in China and the varied context in which it is developing...
UN Appeals to North Korea over Nuclear Test
The United Nations has warned North Korea of unspecified consequences if it goes ahead with a planned nuclear weapon test. The formal statement of warning came three days after Pyongyang announced that it would carry out
Northern Ireland Politicians Meet Old Firm Clubs to Tackle Sectarianism
Unionist and nationalist politicians from Northern Ireland were in Scotland this week to meet with Glasgow's Old Firm clubs and the Scottish Executive to find out how they are tackling the widespread problem of sectarianism among the teams' Scottish and Northern Ireland-based fans.