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Bishop wants supermarkets to pay fair price to Britain's farmers

The Bishop of Hereford has called upon the Government to act to ensure that farmers receive a fair price for their produce.

Church of England challenged on cost of weddings

The Church of England was under pressure yesterday to explain the steps it is taking to increase the number of weddings taking place in its churches.

Duchess likens political correctness to censorship

The Duchess of Cornwall has spoken out against political correctness, saying that people should have the right to “speak freely”.

Christian students condemn proposal for extra university places

The Student Christian Movement has added its voice to condemnation of proposals to allow students from wealthy families pay more for places at top colleges.

Audio Bible bringing scripture to life

The Bible Society’s new audio Bible is helping thousands of people experience God’s word – and their faith - in a whole new way.

Egypt steps up security around churches

After attacks, Egypt pledges to tighten security and ease church building restrictions

Evangelist Billy Graham in hospital with pneumonia

Billy Graham resting in North Carolina hospital after contracting pneumonia

Campaign for 50,000 Twitter users to tweet Lord's Prayer

As part of a 50 day campaign leading up to the Global Day of Prayer on June 12, GDOP London is calling for 50,000 followers on Twitter to tweet the Lord's prayer.

Global Care seeks to break down distrust in charitable giving

Christian children’s charity Global Care has launched a new charity giving website to keep people in the know about where their money goes after they have made a donation.

Christian Socialist Movement pays tribute to Labour MP David Cairns

CSM says it is "saddened" by death of Labour MP David Cairns on Monday

Kate McCann speaks of her doubt in God after daughter Madeleine’s disappearance

Kate McCann admits to feeling angry with God after the disappearance of her daughter but says she doesnt blame him

Nigeria: Pastor’s wife and child killed in sectarian violence

The wife and daughter of a pastor are among the latest victims of post-election sectarian violence in Nigeria.

Memorials remember Britons lost in Antarctica

Two memorials dedicated to Britons who lost their lives in the service of science in Antarctica are being unveiled in St Paul’s Cathedral and at the Scott Polar Research Institute in Cambridge this week.

Churches set sights on 90% carbon reduction

Reducing carbon footprints by 90% is achievable for churches, says a new report from the Diocese of London.

Think tank questions Government’s commitment to marriage and the family

A think tank has criticised the Government’s record on supporting marriage and the family.

Bishop fears radical Islam will affect shape of Middle East’s future

Bishop Michael Nazir-Ali expresses concerns over radical Islamist element running through protests in the Arab and Islamic world