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Saving sight in India

Siloam Christian Ministries is working to detect glaucoma and prevent blindness in India

New Bible study from Case Crayenord

In the lead up to his album release Running Into Love on 4 June, Case Crayenord, the international worship leader, has created a Bible study for all to use whether at home, church or in small groups.

Next George Lucas film provides outreach opportunities for church

George Lucas's next cinema release tells the true story of America's first African-American squadron of fighter pilots during World War II.

Second venue pulls out of marriage conference

A conference convened to debate the institution of marriage almost had to be cancelled after a second venue pulled out at the eleventh hour.

Christian counsellor struck off over ‘gay cure’ case

A Christian counsellor has been struck off from her professional body after an undercover journalist posed as a Christian wanting help with unwanted same-sex attractions.

Egypt: Copts imprisoned over unrest

A local court in Egypt has reportedly sentenced 12 Coptic Christians to life and acquitted eight Muslims involved in clashes last year that left two people dead.

Top fashion tips … from a pastor?!

When it comes to the style stakes, the church is known for ‘socks and sandals’ more than it is for slick cuts and on trend accessories.

Praise lights up Leicester

The 25th anniversary of the annual "Christian Praise!" was held in the heart of the UK earlier in the month.

Appeal for Christians in Mali

Christians in the UK are being urged to pray and give as the church in Mali faces being eradicated.

New plaques commemorate Hudson Taylor

Two heritage plaques have been placed at the site of James Hudson Taylor’s birthplace in Barnsley.

Dawkins supports King James Bible in schools

Atheist Richard Dawkins says he supports the Department for Education's drive to make sure every public school in the nation has a copy of the King James Bible.

Church of England approves legislation on women bishops

The Church of England's House of Bishops has cleared one of the final hurdles to women bishops and approved legislation to enable them to be consecrated.

Mark Hall to auction Avengers desk

Casting Crown's Mark Hall is putting his Avengers-themed desk up for auction.

Church office reportedly closed down in Sudan

The offices of the Sudan Council of Churches and Sudan Aid have reportedly been shut down by authorities

Thousands pray for unity in Indonesia

Friday concluded five days of prayer and discussion for more than 9,000 evangelical church leaders from over 60 countries who assembled in Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia, for the World Prayer Assembly (WPA), a grand evangelical event that kicked off Monday after four years of preparations.

Baptist denominations move towards merger

There are plans to merge Wales’ two Baptist denominations.