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US sees increase in secular student groups
Atheist and religious sceptic groups are on the rise in high school and college campuses across the US.
Creation film's themes relevant to Christians
Creation is a well crafted film focusing on themes that are highly relevant to Christians and their friends.
Job cuts as Scripture Union plans for digital future
The leadership of Scripture Union this week announced a major re-shaping of the organisation that will see a number of job cuts.
Pakistan: Christian âmurderedâ in police custody
A Christian man accused of desecrating the Koran has reportedly been murdered in prison in District Sialkot, in Punjab.
Australian PM backs poverty Bible
Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has expressed his support for a Bible that highlights verses dealing specifically with poverty.
US pastor: Have an affair - with your spouse
"Life is short. Have an affair - with your spouse," exclaimed megachurch pastor Ed Young after emerging from a taped debate with AshleyMadison.com founder Noel Biderman.
Christian Aid campaigners sing climate change message to Miliband
An impromptu choir made up of Christian Aid climate justice campaigners sang a âCoal Killsâ message to Energy and Climate Change Secretary Ed Miliband outside his offices this week.
Leprosy Mission honours Barbara and Eddie Askew
The Leprosy Mission England and Wales has dedicated a room to lifelong supporters, the late Barbara and Eddie Askew.
EUâs equality plans will 'silence' Christians, warns legal group
A Christian legal group is warning that the EUâs proposed Equal Treatment Directive will "silence" Christians and undermine their ability to profess their faith.
BeBe & CeCe Winans top chart with 'Close to You'
The return of Grammy Award-winning gospel duo, BeBe & CeCe Winans, is proving to be a chart-topping success as, "Close to You", the first single from their highly anticipated album is currently No 1 on US Billboard Magazine's Hot Gospel Charts.
Tension in Egypt over attacks on Coptic Christians
Egypt's Coptic Christian community are upset over what they perceive to be organised attacks against them in the north of the country.
WCC to visit India's persecuted believers
An international ecumenical team from World Council of Churches (WCC) will pay India a solidarity visit next week in the wake of continued violence against Christians in the country.
Moral debates need to return to public square, says Archbishop
The Archbishop of Wales has urged churches to get more involved in politics and help put morality back at the centre of public debate.
Rise in number of men training to be Catholic priests
The total number of men training to be priests at Allen Hall, the seminary for the Diocese of Westminster has risen for a third year running.
Report reveals sharp rise in religious liberty violations in Cuba
Pressure on religious leaders in Cuba has increased significantly over the past year according to a new report by Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW).
People urged to rethink drink
People are being urged to ârethink your drinkâ during Alcohol Awareness Week, which begins on Monday 19 October.