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New Bible reveals God's heart towards poverty and injustice
A new Bible which connects Scriptures with some of the biggest issues of our day has been launched by Bible Society.
Premier and Ellel to take healing and forgiveness to Manchester
The University of Salford will be filled with Christians on 8 March, when Premier Lifeline, the confidential helpline of Premier Christian Radio, and Ellel Ministries will hold their first conference in the north of England, aimed at supporting the people of Manchester in healing and forgiveness.
Christians worldwide to pray for end to Burma brutalities
Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) will co-host a Day of Prayer for Burma in central London on Saturday 8 March as part of an international initiative to end the oppression of Burma's minority populations, particularly the largely Christian Karen group.
'Mystery worshipper' scheme could go nationwide
Following the highly successful 'mystery worshipper' trial in December and January, the researchers behind the pilot project are now looking into the possibility of rolling out the programme nationwide.
Archbishops admit 'reservations' over blasphemy law repeal
The Archbishops of Canterbury and York have stressed the need for caution in their response to the Government consultation on the blasphemy laws.
DNA database discriminating against black people - church leaders
Church leaders and the human rights group Black Mental Health UK have expressed their support for a debate on the discriminatory impact of the national DNA database on black and ethnic minority people that will come before Parliament on Friday.
Church group proposes European churches council to include Catholics
The President of the Conference of European Churches has proposed the creation of a new Council of European Churches that would include for the first time the Roman Catholic Church.
'Hannah Montana' star says faith keeps her grounded
Hannah Montana star Miley Cyrus recently credited her family and faith for keeping her grounded and out of trouble at a time when many young fellow celebrities are making headlines for their reckless lifestyles and brushes with the law.
Jesus third most popular role model for children - poll
Jesus Christ comes third in survey to find the top role model for children in Britain.
Papal mass could lead to Belarus visit - archbishop
A weekend papal mass to be broadcast in Minsk's Catholic cathedral could help improve Belarus's standing in the world and eventually lead to a visit by Pope Benedict, the country's top Catholic cleric said.
Kenya tragedy a warning to churches - world Reformed head
The crisis in Kenya should serve as a warning to churches to be prophetic leaders in their communities, says the head of the World Alliance of Reformed Churches.
'Chemical Ali' hanging approved
The long-delayed execution of "Chemical Ali", a cousin of Saddam Hussein and once one of the most feared men in Iraq, is to go ahead after the last legal obstacle was removed, Iraqi officials said on Friday.
Kenyans celebrate historic power-sharing deal
Kenyans sighed with relief on Thursday as two months of wrangling over disputed presidential polls finally produced a power-sharing deal to end a crisis that killed more than 1,000 people.
Israel minister warns Palestinians of 'holocaust'
Deputy Israeli Defence Minister Matan Vilnai said on Friday the Palestinians would bring on themselves what he called a "bigger holocaust" by stepping up rocket attacks on Israel from the Gaza Strip.
Turkish ground offensive in N.Iraq is over
Turkey's major land offensive against Kurdish PKK rebels in northern Iraq has ended, the private broadcaster NTV said on Friday.
Iran U.N. sanctions vote seen likely Saturday
Western envoys said the U.N. Security Council would probably vote on Saturday to impose a third round of sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program, which Tehran said would be an illegal gesture to be ignored.