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Russell Brand signs up to faith film

Juno screenplay writer Diablo Cody has taken on risqué comedian-turned-actor Russell Brand to star in her new film, “Lamb of God”.

Weaker commitment among born-again Christians, study finds

Study suggests born-again Christians may be too happy to settle for "cheap grace"

Campus Crusade's name change a step too far for some donors

Campus Crusade for Christ's name change to "Cru" has forced a number of donors to withdraw their support from the ministry.

Ecumenical mass marks anniversary of Chile mine collapse

An ecumenical mass is taking place today to mark one year since a mine collapsed in Chile, trapping 33 men 700m below ground.

Church must recover its confidence in the Gospel

The church in the West doesn’t hold the authority that it once did but the church has historically done just as well when it was in a position of weakness, says Richard Tiplady.

Pope's limousine up for auction

Fancy a car that's a bit different from your neighbour's? Then you might want to consider a slick black limousine that was once used to drive Pope Paul VI and legendary astronauts.

Churches face crackdown in Uzbekistan

The Slavic Gospel Association (SGA) is asking for prayer for Christians in Uzbekistan.

Sir Cliff encourages summer holiday Bible reading

Veteran singer Sir Cliff Richard is lending his support to a campaign to get churchgoers reading their favourite Bible chapter out loud during their summer vacation.

Christians support life in capital punishment debate

Elizabeth Hunter, Director of Theos think tank, has raised several objections to the reintroduction of capital punishment

Laughing at life

For Mark Greenwood, comedy isn't just a way of making people laugh, it's also a way of introducing them to the Gospel

Pressure on US to hold Pakistan to account on religious freedom

US told to make greater respect for religious freedom and related rights an integral issue in its relationship with Pakistan

Hillsong makes learning its songs easier

Hillsong launches YouTube training initiative and "work tapes" to help musicians learn the tracks from its hit new album, God is Able

Christian midwife sues over right to wear trousers

A Christian nurse with a strict interpretation of Old Testament rules on dressing is suing a hospital for making her wear trousers.

Ram Gidoomal is Traidcraft's new Chair

Fairtrade company Traidcraft has appointed international entrepreneur and philanthropist Ram Gidoomal as its new Chair.

Iraqi Christians determined to stay despite church attacks

Attack outside a Syrian Catholic Church in Kirkuk wounds at least 23 people

2,000 Christian youths in Germany for TeenStreet

Young Christians from as far away as the Faroe Islands have travelled to Germany for a week of study and training at TeenStreet.