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Church of England Opens Schools to Non-Christians
With the aim to provide schools that were both Christian and inclusive, at least a quarter of all places at new Church of England schools will be open to children from non-Christian families, the church's Board of Education said on Tuesday.
Men Use Church Vow to Justify Domestic Violence
A Church of England report has stated that traditional vows taken in wedding ceremonies, in which the bride promises to "obey" her husband, could be used by some men to justify domestic violence.
BMS World Mission Gives Voice to Voiceless in Uganda
BMS World Mission lawyers Steve and Caroline Sanderson are working selflessly in Uganda to give a voice to the voiceless by giving Ugandans the confidence to assert their legal rights.
US National Clergy Council to Visit Amish Community after School Shooting
The President of the National Clergy Council in the U.S. has announced he will visit the Amish community that remains in shock and grief after the shooting in one of its schoolhouses that has left five girls dead.
Church Leaders Call on Government to Close Arms Export Unit
Senior church figures from across the UK's major denominations have signed a statement calling on the Government to close its arms export unit. The call comes ahead of a day of lobbying planned
Church of England Opens Schools to Non-Christians
With the aim to provide schools that were both Christian and inclusive, at least a quarter of all places at new Church of England schools will be open to children from non-Christian families, the church's Board of Education said on Tuesday.
Church Omits 'Obey' from Marriage Vows to Tackle Domestic Abuse
A Church of England report has stated that traditional vows taken in wedding ceremonies, in which the bride promises to "obey" her husband, could be used by some men to justify domestic violence...
Zimbabwe Churches Call for National Debate to End Crisis
Churches in Zimbabwe have called for a national debate as an opposition MP expressed his dismay at the extent to which the country's current economic, political and
Christian Solidarity Worldwide Calls on British Government to Ban Burma Investment
Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) on Monday called on the British Government to ban investment in Burma, as the organisation joined Burma Campaign UK, the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Democracy in Burma, the Trade Union Congress and the Conservative Party Human Rights Commission.
Climate Change Becomes Australia's Top Priority
Climate change issues is becoming a top priority for Australians as the change will destabilise the Asia-Pacific region, exacerbate food, water and energy shortages and threaten Australia's security.
Bishops Reject BBC Documentary Allegations of Vatican Abuse Cover-Up
Roman Catholic bishops in England and Wales have rejected the allegations of a BBC documentary which said that Pope Benedict XVI imposed a strict system to cover up child sex abuse cases in the Church while in his previous job.
World Ecumenical Body to Continue Pastoral Accompaniment of 'Cuban Five' Relatives
The World Council of Churches (WCC) General Secretary, Rev Dr Samuel Kobia has reported that the organisation will continue to offer pastoral accompaniment to the relatives of a group of imprisoned people known as the 'Cuban Five'.
Interview: Krystal Meyers - Dying for a Heart
When Krystal Meyers first broke into the music scene in 2005, she was just 16. As a mouthpiece for her generation, she brought out the anthem "Anti-conformity"- a Godly-rebellion- with the U.S. release of her self-titled debut album.
Dr. Phil Invites Women of Faith to Hit Show
The popular "Dr. Phil" show will feature Women of Faith speakers as special guests to help women overcome their phobias on Tuesday's airing.
Tearfund Reducing Risk of Disaster One Year on From Kashmir Earthquake
Tearfund has been hard at work in the region of Kashmir since the massive earthquake destroyed entire villages last year and one of its focus areas remains Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR).
Premier Christian Radio to Donate Thousands to Charities for National Giving Week
For the second year running, Premier Christian Radio will be taking part in National Giving Week and will offer one thousand pounds a day to a listener's chosen charity...