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Outreach UK and Outreach Calendars unite for more effective evangelism
Outreach UK and Outreach Calendars are joining forces to reach even more people for Christ.
Hungarian churches warn of social breakdown amid financial crisis
Church leaders in Hungary have warned that the financial crisis and increasing unemployment could lead to violence and social breakdown in the country.
PCUSA re-considers homosexual reference in constitution
Members of a committee in the Presbyterian Church (USA) will gather this week to consider proposed changes to a historic document, including the removal of a negative reference to homosexual behaviour.
Fears of more violence after second Hindu leader killed in Orissa
The murder of a second Hindu fundamentalist leader in Orissa has sparked fears of a fresh wave of violence.
Church offers buildings for adult learning
The Church of England has joined other organisations in signing a pledge to use its network of people and buildings to support a drive to create more âinformal adult learningâ opportunities across the country.
'Christian weddings' at Queen Mother's former castle draw protest
A gay group has condemned the decision to allow only Christian weddings at the Castle of Mey, the former home of the late Queen Mother.
Sri Lanka's bishops call for prayer and fasting for religious freedom
The Catholic Bishops Conference of Sri Lanka (CBCSL) has called for national day of prayer, fasting and abstinence in opposition to an anti-conversion law coming up for vote in the country's parliament.
Easter reflections from Andrew Peterson
Acclaimed American singer/songwriter Andrew Peterson has released his latest album here in the UK. The album is perfect listening for Easter with many of the songs dealing with the subject of life following the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Carlisle churchgoers want Fairtrade for British farmers
Churchgoers in the Diocese of Carlisle have passed a âBritish Fairtradeâ resolution in a show of support for local farmers.
An open letter to all Christians from CCFON
An open letter to all Christians, by Andrea Minichiello Williams, Barrister â Director of Christian Concern for Our Nation (CCFON) and The Christian Legal Centre (CLC)
Pope faces protests following Africa tour
Pope Benedict XVI was greeted by protests upon his arrival to the Vatican, following his comments against contraception during his trip to Africa.
Pope calls on Africa to help needy
Pope Benedict XVI wrapped up his Africa tour Monday by urging the continent to help the poor and to overcome its corruption problem.
Blair helps dedicate new baptism centre in Jordan
Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair has helped dedicate a Christian baptism centre in Jordan.
Service celebrates 200th anniversary of Braille inventor
Around 450 people gathered on Saturday at St. Martin-in-the-fields Church in London to celebrate the bicentenary of Louis Braille, the Frenchman who created the Braille alphabet used by blind and partially sighted people around the world.
Muslim militiaman turned missionary spreading peace of Christ
Hicham Chehab is a missionary with a difference. A Lebanese-born Muslim, he took up arms with his brother during the Lebanese Civil War between Christians and Muslims. His brother was killed by Christians and he himself still bears the scar of an attack by Christians. Despite this he says the teachings of Jesus led him to a life of spreading the peace of the Gospel.
Graham Fest hits Uruguay
The Festival of Hope with American evangelist Franklin Graham held this past weekend was the largest Christian event in Uruguayâs history, reports the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.