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Christian and Muslim youth workers 'myx' it up

New website to help Christian and Muslim youth workers network and share ideas.

Black majority churches keen to reach white working class

'White flight' from black majority churches is an "uncomfortable question" that Christians must answer, says one black Baptist minister.

First trial of embryonic stem cell therapy underway in the US

A patient with severe spinal injuries is the first in the world to undergo treatment using stem cells derived from human embryos.

Evangelicals pledge support for Sudan referendum

World Evangelical Alliance announces new fund to support peacekeeping work of churches in Southern Sudan.

Kingsway welcomes Phatfish to the family

Following the acquisition of Authentic earlier in the year, Kingsway are pleased to announce the arrival of one of the UK’s most treasured Christian bands into the family.

North Korea's Christians face uncertain future under next leader

Christian defector from North Korea to speak at Release International conference.

G P Taylor and Claire Connor to release next Christian chick-lit book

Claire Connor and New York Times bestselling author G P Taylor have teamed up again for the second book in the Lipstick Confessions fiction series.

Methodists to reach friends with gift of Christ this Christmas

The Methodist Church is encouraging Christians to give away a free booklet on the meaning of Christmas to their friends and neighbours.

'Queen of Gospel' Albertina Walker dies

Albertina Walker, hailed as the "Queen of Gospel", died Friday at age 81.

Faith and reason are compatible, says theologian

"Evidence is not enough to prove everything," says Indonesian preacher and evangelist Stephen Tong.

Millions of Christians promise to pray and act to end poverty

Over 100 million Christians take part in a day of prayer and action on behalf of the world’s poor.

Grits' 'Ooh Ahh (My Life Be Like)' as popular as ever

Grits song “Ooh Ahh (My Life Be Like)” continues to find fans and solidify the duo as one of the most recognised voices, yet relatively underground groups in hip-hop.

Jewellery donations helping to save cathedral's stained glass windows

Donations of old jewellery raise £25,000 for Lichfield Cathedral's stained glass windows.

Charity cookbook helps Christians get into the baking spirit

Tasters of the Archbishop of Canterbury's ginger biscuit recipe will be on offer to visitors at next week's Christian Resources Exhibition.

Ministry should not be safe or comfortable, says Mark Batterson

There should be tension, risk and discomfort while doing ministry work, said Pastor Mark Batterson Wednesday evening.

Vatican convenes special assembly on plight of Middle East Christians

Special assembly to look at persecution of Christians in Middle East and issues of peace and justice.