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Italy challenges crucifix ban in European court
Italy began its appeal case to keep crucifixes in Italian classrooms on Wednesday.
Gerard Butler to play gun-toting pastor in new film
âThe Bounty Hunterâ star Gerard Butler will play the role of a drug-dealing biker who turns into a gun-toting pastor that defends children in the new film âMachine Gun Preacherâ.
Justin Bieber affirms his Christian faith against cult rumours
Teen pop sensation Justin Bieber has hit out at rumours that he is a member of the Illuminati and one even claiming that he is dead.
Government called to continue financial support for places of worship
English Heritage urges Government to continue £12 million a year repair grant scheme for places of worship.
Micah Challenge calls Christians to pray and act for worldâs poor
Around 100 million Christians are expected to pray and promise to remember the poor on October 10.
Archbishop seeks prayers ahead of crunch debate on women bishops
The Archbishop of Canterbury has spoken of his desire to see women ordained as bishops in the Church of England in a way that does not âviolently disruptâ the common life of the Church.
Methodist Church to clarify position on abortion issues
The Methodist Churchâs annual Conference has voted in favour of a new briefing to clarify its position on issues related to abortion.
Journal of a (previously) depressed Christian
God help me. What am I doing here? I am rubbish.
Lichfield Diocese pledges to 'put parishes first'
The Chief Executive and Diocesan Secretary of the Church of Englandâs Lichfield Diocese is re-organising its central support and administrative staff to ensure that âthe dioceseâ is putting parishes first.
Russian Orthodox Church raises fears over pro-gay Protestant Churches
Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Russia tells World Council of Churches of his "serious concern" over the position of some Protestant Churches on homosexuality.
Scottish Church Moderator backs community payback orders
The Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland today backed the Scottish Governmentâs plans to replace short prison sentences with community payback orders.
Westminster Cathedral celebrates centenary
Westminster Cathedral is celebrating the 100th anniversary of its consecration this week with the opening of a new exhibition displaying some of its most precious artefacts.
Jonathan Veira raises the bar with latest release
Jonathan Veira brings a fresh touch to old favourites with his latest album, âYou Raise Me Upâ.
Guvna B, Faith Child and Victizzle on a mission to bring gospel music to the mainstream
Three of UK gospel musicâs most brightest stars have come together to form a one-off monumental project.
Investment and mission can go hand in hand, says analyst
Socially responsible investment can help the church achieve its wider mission, says Ecclesiastical's senior SRI analyst.
World Vision welcomes G8 commitment to child and maternal health
G8 nations will commit $5bn over the next five years to improving healthcare provision for mothers and children in poor countries.