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Christian youth prepare for cyber-missions trip

Thousands of teens to spread Good News of Christ via Facebook, MySpace, YouTube and Twitter.

Church service for killed postmaster’s son

Prayers were said during a church service on Sunday for the son of a postmaster shot and killed by a gang of robbers last Friday.

Saddleback pastor: Domestic abuse not reason for divorce

Physical abuse by a spouse is not a biblical reason for divorce, says a pastor at Saddleback Church in southern California.

US Pentecostal, Charismatic leaders plan landmark gathering

Church leaders, scholars, and students within the Pentecostal and Charismatic movement will meet next year for a landmark gathering to examine the future of the movement, adopt new language, and foster growth, unity and more effective outreach.

Hindu statesman lauds Church of Norway inter-faith efforts

A prominent Hindu statesman in the US has praised the Church of Norway for its work in building bridges with other religions.

Christafari’s world tour hits 20 countries in 2008

While many bands are struggling on the road in a slumping economy, gospel reggae band Christafari has maintained a relentless worldwide tour schedule.

A greener New Year

Want to go green but don't know where to start? Friends of the Earth has 10 New Year's resolutions to help you make environmentally friendly changes you can keep.

New education chief for church schools in Hereford Diocese

A new Director of Education has taken up his post in the Diocese of Hereford.

Street Pastors to expand Maidstone patrols

The Street Pastors initiative wants to offer a helping hand to even more revellers in Maidstone by doubling the number of patrols in the town centre each month.

College football star sports John 3.16 in championship game

NCAA football star Tim Tebow helped bring the spotlight to his team and his faith Thursday night, leading No 1 Florida to a 24-14 win over No 2 Oklahoma for the BCS championship.

China: Senior official calls for greater religious harmony

China's top political adviser called for more religious freedom and harmony this week when a senior US diplomat visited the country and hailed improved ties between the two former foes under President George W Bush.

Christian Aid partners fight cholera with hygiene awareness

Christian Aid has sent £50,000 to its partner, the Zimbabwe Trust Project, to help protect Harare's communities against cholera.

Faith leaders demand more action from PM to end Gaza suffering

Leaders of all major faiths in the UK have joined Christian Aid today in calling for an immediate ceasefire and unfettered humanitarian access to Gaza.

One in four Christians crippled by Christmas debt

Over a quarter of Christians surveyed over the holiday period have told Premier Radio their Christmases were crippled by debt.

Former guitarist returns to Newsboys

After a five-year hiatus, a former member of Christian band newsboys has returned, replacing outgoing guitarist Paul Coleman who has moved on with his solo career.

Christian care home loses funding over homosexuality stance

Brighton & Hove City Council has pulled thousands of pounds worth of funding from a Christian care home because of its religious beliefs on homosexuality.