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China Capital Bishop settled, Vatican Stance Unclear

The next Catholic bishop of China's capital will be installed this week, church sources said on Monday, but it is uncertain whether the sensitive appointment will have the approval of the Vatican.

Nigerian Pentecostalism Thriving on Miracles, Prosperity Promises

Millions are flooding to join Pentecostal churches in Africa where vows of miraculous healing and promises of pending fortunes are attracting swathes of the continent's sick and poor.

Solomon Islands Churches Urged to Tackle Violence Against Women

Churches in the Solomon Islands have been urged to do more to tackle violence against women and other vulnerable groups.

OMLifehope to bring Joy with New Year Outreach

Christian ministry OMLifehope is inviting enthusiastic Christians to take part in a week of joy-bringing mission outreach in Birmingham this Christmas and New Year.

Bangladeshi Aid Worker Kidnapped in Afghanistan

Four gunmen in police uniform abducted a Bangladeshi aid worker in Afghanistan, a provincial governor said on Sunday, the latest in a spate of kidnappings of foreigners by Taliban insurgents and criminal gangs.

Special Prayers Follow McRae Helicopter Crash

Special prayers will be said at a Lanarkshire church in Scotland after Strathclyde Police announced that rally racing champion Colin McRae was believed to be among those killed in a helicopter crash on Saturday.

Ralph Winter Encourages Christians to Seek Unity in Education

A renowned pioneer in the field of world missions has urged Christian students to start their school year with the goal of fulfilling the university's ultimate purpose - to unite knowledge.

Pakistan Floods: Rebuilding Homes, Health and Communities

Christian aid agencies are working hard in Pakistan to restore normality for some of this summer's flood victims, reports the US-based Church World Service.

WCC Congratulates New Head of Romanian Orthodox Church

"Most sincere congratulations" were expressed to the newly elected head of the Romanian Orthodox Church, Patriarch Daniel, by World Council of Churches General Secretary Rev Dr Samuel Kobia.

Anglicans and Catholics Reaffirm Commitment to Unity

Anglicans and Roman Catholics have outlined the next step on the road to unity in a 44-page report entitled "Growing Together in Unity and Mission".

Salvation Army tries out Fresh Approach to Church in Stamford

Stamford residents who haven't heard about the barbecue-style church service which The Salvation Army is running on Sunday 23 September, will do soon.

Survey: Most Americans Say Founders Intended Christian Nation

A majority of Americans believe the nation's founders intended the United States to be a Christian nation, a new national survey revealed.

Jaci Velasquez to Release Christmas EP

Jaci Velasquez will release a 3-track Christmas/New Year's EP titled Open House on 30 October, A'postrophe Records announced.

Gospel Gathering Announces Venue Change

The venue for Gospel Gathering has changed due to unforeseen circumstances, Sony BMG has announced. The event has now moved from Butlins in Minehead to Indig02 at the 02 Arena in London.

World Emergency Relief ready to respond to Indonesian Earthquake

Christian charity World Emergency Relief remains in close contact with local partner organisation Hope Worldwide Indonesia as a full assessment of the needs of communities affected by the latest earthquake in the region is undertaken.

Wales Church to Hold 'Dr Who' Service

A Cardiff church is set to host a 'Doctor Who' communion service aimed at rousing the interest of younger congregants.