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Atheist bus ads say 'probably no God'

As atheist adverts hit buses across the country on Tuesday, one faith-based think tank says they will only get people thinking more about God.

Church in Wales to elect new Bishop of St Asaph

The door of St Asaph Cathedral was locked today as a new bishop of the Church in Wales is elected.

Ghana's next president prays for God's blessings

Opposition leader John Atta Mills said he will pray for humility and for God’s wisdom to govern Ghana after being declared the West African country’s next president.

High-energy pop rock from Vota

Vota's new self-titled album offers high-energy pop rock songs with catchy melodies.

Shakespeare’s church hopes to avert closure

The church in Stratford-upon-Avon where William Shakespeare was baptised and buried is hoping to stave off closure by gathering at least £2.5 million to carry out extensive repairs.

Orissa's Christians still in hiding

As cold weather grips Orissa state, Christian leaders in India have expressed their shock at the revelation that there are still Christians hiding in forests to escape violence.

Church to pray for people with autism

Christians and other faith communities are being invited to pray for millions of people around the world with autism.

Gaza conflict taking its toll on civilians

As Israel’s assault on Hamas in the Gaza Strip continues, Christian groups are increasingly speaking out against the attacks on civilians and especially children, who make up more than half of the Gaza population.

World Vision warns of increasing trauma among Gaza's children

A World Vision study has revealed disturbingly high levels of trauma in Gaza's children, even before the latest outbreak of violence between Israel and Hamas.

Heartache and hope in Gaza

“The people are weeping – men, women and children are weeping. They are desperate to find ways to feed themselves, how to ensure their protection.”

Ellel set to launch new online school

Ellel Ministries is gearing up for a new way of training believers in 2009 with the launch of a brand new online school.

Rebecca St James: It's a new season

Grammy Award winning Christian singer, Rebecca St. James, closes 2008 with a successful new book added to her list of impressive credits.

Study sheds light on link between religion and self-control

Have New Year’s resolutions for 2009? If you’re religious, you’re probably more likely to keep them, according to a new study.

Salvation Army hostel manager receives MBE

The manager of a Salvation Army hostel has received an MBE for his services to the homeless.

India: Evangelical leader seeks prayers for peace

The Evangelical Fellowship of India has asked Christians to pray for a peaceful 2009 for India’s believers.

Vatican breaks from Italian law

The Vatican announced this week that it will no longer automatically adopt laws passed by the Italian Parliament.