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Ecumenical group to explore alternatives to global finances
Members of a World Council of Churches (WCC) delegation will explore viable alternatives to the international financial architecture responsible for the current global financial and economical crises at this year's World Social Forum.
Black abolitionist to be honoured with church memorial
A black campaigner at the forefront of the 18th century abolitionist movement that eventually ended slavery is to be honoured with a memorial in St Margaretâs Church at Westminster Abbey.
Christians oppose bigger prizes for gaming machines
Christians have voiced their opposition to Government proposals to double the stakes and prizes for fruit machines and even larger increases for 'crane-grab' machines.
Aid agencies press for unrestricted humanitarian access to Gaza
In the aftermath of the Israeli military operation in Gaza, aid agencies say it is critical that full and unhindered humanitarian access to Gaza be granted immediately by all parties to the conflict.
Appeal to churches to support people with autism
Parliamentarians, councillors and dignitaries will join people with autism and Asperger's Syndrome at a service at All Saint's Church, Woodford Wells, on Sunday 8 February.
Churches urged to support people in financial difficulty
More than half of UK adults feel ill-equipped to handle their finances, new research commissioned by Christians Against Poverty has revealed.
Emerging Church movement threatens church foundation, says pastor
The Emerging Church movement is seeking to revitalise the faith but may end up severing Christ's church from the Word of God, says one Reformed Presbyterian pastor and theologian.
Churches join Burns celebrations
Around 10,000 people are expected to gather in the Scottish town of Dumfries on Sunday to mark the 250th anniversary of the birth of national bard Robert Burns.
Churches pray for Zimbabwe
Churches around the world are responding to the call of the All African Conference of Churches for a day of prayer and fasting for Zimbabwe.
Avalon begins 2009 with Greatest Hits release
Avalon to release Greatest Hits album next month.
New Chair for CofE's Central Readersâ Council
The Archbishops of Canterbury and York have jointly appointed the Rt Rev Robert Paterson, Bishop of Sodor and Man, to chair the Central Readersâ Council with effect from the end of April 2009. Bishop Paterson will succeed the Rt Rev Graham Dow, Bishop of Carlisle, who is retiring this year.
Staines widow tells Orissa Christians to find strength in Christ
Ten years after the brutal murder of Australian missionary Graham Staines and his two sons in Indiaâs Orissa state, widow Gladys Staines is urging persecuted Christians there to turn to Christ.
Pope hopes new YouTube channel will reach young people
The Pope has stepped into the digital age with the launch of his own channel on YouTube.
Service marks Cardinal's retirement as Churches Together president
Westminster Cathedral Vespers mark the retirement of Cardinal Cormac Murphy-OâConnor as President of Churches Together in England.
Church in Scotland gets a taste of cafe service
A Borders restaurateur has decided to open up on Sundays on the advice of a Church of Scotland minister.
Beat the crunch - recycle for charity
As the credit crunch really starts to bite Christian Aid is highlighting ways people can continue to donate to charity without putting their hand in their pocket.