News

Methodist Church keeps focus on mission

Methodists are being encouraged to share their faith with others.

VAT break puts cathedral renovation back on track

Officials at Wakefield Cathedral have breathed a sigh of relief after HMRC announced last week that it would not charge VAT on alterations announced before the Budget.

At least 15 die in grenade attacks on Kenya churches

Grenade attacks on two churches in northern Kenya on Sunday have left at least 15 people dead.

New leader appointed to Church Mission Society

The Rev Philip Mounstephen has been appointed as the next leader of the Church Mission Society.

Restrictions lifted on wedding times

Weddings will now be able to take place at any time of the day or night in England and Wales after a change to regulations.

How to pack your suitcase

When you head off for the sun, are your left with a suitcase that you can't shut and wondering what you packed in there could possibly take up so much space?

Orthodox Anglicans to vote against legislation on women bishops

The Reform group of orthodox Anglicans in the Church of England has said it will vote against legislation to allow women in the episcopate.

Church of Nativity becomes World Heritage Site

The Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem and the Pilgrimage Route have become the latest World Heritage Sites.

New Cornerstone music videos from Hillsong Live

Hillsong Live have released music videos for their upcoming album release, "Cornerstone".

Widdecombe to join rally against euthanasia

Ann Widdecombe will be speaking out against assisted suicide and euthanasia at a rally in central London next week.

Dozens of churches flooded in India

At least 58 Gospel for Asia-supported churches have been hit by severe flooding in India.

Japanese Church rejects nuclear power

The Anglican Church in Japan has reiterated its opposition to nuclear power following last year’s meltdown at the Fukushima plant.

Esterlyn's Luke Caldwell: I have so much to learn

Worship band Esterlyn will release their new album on 18 September with 10 original worship songs. Band member Luke Caldwell talks about his newest release

Tearfund campaigns for Fairtrade Twirls

Tearfund is lobbying Cadbury to go Fairtrade on its Twirl chocolate bars.

VAT announcement safeguards at-risk church projects

Church alteration projects that were put on hold after the announcement of VAT changes in the last Budget have been thrown a lifeline from HMRC.

Churches vital to HIV and Aids response

Churches are playing a vital role in tackling the spread of HIV and Aids and breaking cultural stigma, according to a new report from Christian Aid.