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Trident 'unnecessary' for Britain's defence
Churches are urging the Government to drop Trident, saying it is "unnecessary" for the country's defence and "unaffordable" in the current economic climate.
Kirk pledges support for families affected by baby ashes scandal
The Church of Scotland has vowed to do whatever it can to support families affected by revelations that baby ashes were scattered without the parents' permission.
Gay marriage billboards raise questions about children's wellbeing
A billboard advertising campaign was launched across central London this week by campaigners critical of the legalisation of gay marriage.
Lords approve same-sex marriage Bill
Gay marriage is set to become law after the House of Lords gave its assent in the third reading stage of the Government's Marriage (Same-Sex Couples) Bill.Â
Pakistan: Christian facing life imprisonment for blasphemy
Convicted of blasphemy, Sajjad Masih Gill, 28, a Christian resident of District Pakpatan-Punjab, has been fined USD $2000 and is now looking at a life prison sentence.
Church must repent of sin of anti-Semitism
An Anglican clergyman has called on the Church to repent of its anti-Semitism, which he described as a sin against the Holy Spirit.
New live album from Keith and Kristyn Getty
Getty Music has announced the release of the first live album from Keith and Kristyn Getty, which was recorded at The Gospel Coalition in Orlando, Florida, this past spring
Thousands converge on Holy Island to celebrate Lindisfarne Gospels
Thousands of Christians took part in an open-air service on Holy Island on Saturday to celebrate the continuing witness of the Lindisfarne Gospels. Â
Appeals for peace in Egypt after sudden increase in attacks on Christians
The UK head of a charity that supports persecuted Christians is calling on people to pray for peace in Egypt after a sudden spike in attacks on Copts in the wake of President Morsi's dramatic downfall.
Christian financial advisers want cap on interest rates to curb personal debt
The Association of Christian Financial Advisers has called for a cap on interest rates in response to new research showing people who take out payday loans are getting into more debt by using overdrafts to pay them off.
Authentic Media withdraws Taming the Tiger from sale after investigation concludes some sections are untrue
Authentic Media has announced it is withdrawing Taming the Tiger and associated resources from sale with immediate effect.
UK Government urged to raise human rights during Burma President's visit
Christian Solidarity Worldwide has asked the UK Government to put human rights at the heart of a two-day visit by Burma's President.
People with mental health problems at disadvantage in work assessment
The former Archdeacon of Wells is campaigning for a change in the way people with mental health problems are assessed for employment and support allowance. Â
Bishop of Huntingdon appointed interim bishop for St Edmundsbury & Ipswich
The Bishop of Huntingdon, the Right Reverend David Thomson, is to act as interim bishop for the Diocese of St Edmundsbury & Ipswich.
New pioneer minister at CPAS
Anglican evangelical mission agency CPAS has appointed a new pioneer minister to resource mission in multi-parish benefices.
Premier Lifeline reaches millionth call
Premier Christian Media's confidential helpline has reached a milestone with its millionth call. Â