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Christians and Muslims must build bridges, says Warren

Evangelical megachurch pastor Rick Warren has defended his address to a Muslim convention on Saturday by arguing that Christians can only evangelise those who are their friends, not their enemies.

Tutu says education is key to peace and development

Archbishop Desmond Tutu is calling upon G8 leaders to invest in education as a means to securing long-term peace and development.

Orthodox Anglicans see greater unity in new fellowship

The leaders of a new orthodox Anglican body launched on Monday say they want to unite the denomination, not pull it apart.

Church told it cannot ignore gun and knife crime

The church has a crucial role to play in putting a stop to gun and knife crime in the UK, says a leading criminologist.

World’s oldest Bible published in full online

The oldest surviving Bible in the world has for the first time been published in its entirety online.

Walthamstow churches treat unsung heroes

St Mary's Church in Walthamstow Village was filled with volunteers breaking the habit of a lifetime last Friday.

Lichfield Diocese celebrates church growth

Two archdeacons and a bishop have taken to the canals of Staffordshire and the Black Country in celebration of the Diocese of Lichfield's growing churches.

Pitfalls and pleasures in France

There's a lot more to a calling to France than enjoying delicious croissants and fine wines, author Michele Guinness has discovered.

Philippine church blast kills five

At least five people were killed and 30 injured Sunday following an explosion outside a Catholic church in Cotabato City, Philippines.

Christians praise Scotland's ambitious climate change targets

Scottish Catholics have praised new legislation passed by the Scottish Parliament to cut greenhouse emissions, calling it a challenge to the rest of the developed world.

Baptist president calls for greater unity among evangelicals

The President of the Baptist World Alliance has urged evangelicals in the UK to make more of an effort to be united.

Church Army making Jesus famous

Church Army is making strides in spreading the word about Jesus with the re-launch of its mission magazine Share It! and a brand new website for Christians to tell the world what Jesus is doing in their community.

No end to 'misery' in Congo, warns aid agency

The people of Congo face hunger and disease as fighting continues between the government and rebel forces.

Gospel artists say they did not lead Michael Jackson to Christ

Gospel music artists Andrae and Sandra Crouch did not lead Michael Jackson to the Lord, according to a source close to them.

Christians condemn attack on Christian village in Pakistan

Christians in the UK have condemned an attack on a Christian village in Pakistan's Kasur district this week.

Christian Institute concerned over new atheist summer camp

An atheist summer camp for children has been set up in Somerset, England to offer a “godless alternative” to religious camps, has been criticised by a Christian leader.