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Jesus Loves Leicestershire expecting 6,000 people

About 6,000 people are expected to flock to Leicestershire next month for an event where they will be told: ‘Jesus loves you.'

Christian Aid book considers the 'outrage' of poverty

A new book revealing the most damaging aspects of poverty is being launched at the Greenbelt Festival.

Christopher Hitchens to release collection of essays

Prolific writer and political journalist Christopher Hitchens is to release a collection of essays in what may be his last book.

Christians hope freedom will flourish in Libya

As the end of Colonel Muammar Gaddafi’s rule in Libya draws near, Christian leaders continue to urge people to pray for the nation.

Anglican priests being forced from church property in Zimbabwe

Priests in Harare are being ordered out of their church property by priests loyal to the excommunicated bishop Dr Nolbert Kunonga.

More arrests and Bibles seized in Iran

Christians in Iran are facing increasing hostility from authorities in the officially Islamic country.

Parliamentary inquiry to review freedoms for Christians

A parliamentary inquiry has been launched into the freedoms that exist for Christians within British law.

From living for the weekends to living for God

Yeovil striker Rory Fallon has revealed the true reason behind his success – faith in God.

TD Jakes pays tribute to friend and megachurch pastor, Zachery Tims

Zachery Tims, the Orlando megachurch pastor, was found dead in a New York City hotel room earlier this month.

Gervais crucified

It's a magazine spread he's happy with, even if others aren't

A-Level students still choosing Religious Studies

Religious Studies continues to grow in popularity in Britain, A-level results have revealed.

Mock house highlights plight of poor at Greenbelt

A team from Christian charity Habitat for Humanity is challenging visitors to this Bank Holiday weekend’s Greenbelt festival to help build a home in four days.

New acoustic project from JJ Heller

JJ Heller's new album has faced some unusual setbacks but is finally set for release this October.

Sister of Lockerbie victim tells Gaddafi to step down

As fierce fighting continues between rebels and Gaddafi loyalists in Tripoli, the sister of a passenger killed in the Lockerbie bombing is calling upon the dictator to relinquish power.

Jaci Velasquez signs to Inpop Records

Jaci Velasquez has just signed up to the Inpop records, the musical home of Newsboys, Superchick and other popular Christian artists.

Church leader says Horn of Africa in need of 'immediate' action

The head of the World Council of Churches is calling upon governments in the Horn of Africa to find ways of allowing aid to reach those in need.