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GFA: India Bombings an 'Opportunity' to Share Christ's Love
"We must be agents of peace and Christ's compassion," says the head of Gospel for Asia in the wake of Saturday's bomb blasts in the Indian city of Hyderabad.
Anglican Church is Supporting Peru Earthquake Victims
The tiny Anglican Diocese of Peru has been feeding up to 6,000 people a day since a massive earthquake hit the region last week, claiming more than 500 lives.
Norway: Christians and Muslims Sign Declaration on Religious Freedom
Christians and Muslims in Norway sign joint declaration on religious freedom and the freedom to convert.
Switchfoot Announces New Tour, Partnership
The newly independent Switchfoot announced their fall tour plans with Relient K, along with a new partnership with Habitat for Humanity for the tour.
Second Motor Trek for Orphanage Project
Audio Adrenaline's Mark Stuart went on a 3000 mile motorcycle trek across the US in 2005, raising over $65,000 for the Hands & Feet Project, an orphanage in Haiti created by the band.
16,000 Gather for Greenbelt '07
Up to 16,000 people have gathered at Cheltenham Racecourse as the Greenbelt Festival takes place over the Bank Holiday weekend.
Peru Quake Clean Up Commences; Aid Efforts Pick Up Pace
A massive cleanup effort is underway in Peru's hard-hit city of Pisco as signs of quicker aid distribution are being seen following last week's devastating earthquake.
US Court Backs Ban on Bible Distribution at Elementary Schools
A federal appeals court this week upheld a lower-court ruling against the distribution of Bibles to grade school students in a southern Missouri school district.
Canadian Anglicans Still Tackling Same-Sex Blessings
Anglicans in Canada are in the midst of discussion to clarify recent decisions on same-sex unions that many have found confusing.
Football Chaplains Reach Out to Beckham & Players
The recent move by footballer David Beckham to LA Galaxy has drawn much attention to a sport that otherwise hasn't previously scored big in popularity in the USA.
Billy Graham Remains Under Observation
Evangelist Billy Graham underwent a colonoscopy Wednesday evening after experiencing a third intestinal bleed that morning.
AIDS Congress Stresses Fight Against Stigma
The top priority at a conference on AIDS in Asia and the Pacific was the battle against stigma and discrimination - a topic that consumed some three-quarters of a four-day AIDS conference which ended Thursday.
South Korean Christian Hostages Said to be Healthy
The remaining 19 Korean aid volunteers held hostage in Afghanistan are reportedly in good health, reporters were told Friday by an Afghan doctor who is in regular contact with a senior Taliban commander.
Malaysian Pastor Vows to Open First Gay-Friendly Church
The first and only openly gay pastor in Malaysia said Thursday he will move forward with plans to open the country's first gay-friendly church despite government opposition.
Lichfield Diocese gets Behind Back to Church Sunday
Churches in the Diocese of Lichfield are getting ready to welcome back thousands of former members in September when 1700 churches across the country take part in Back to Church Sunday.
Christian Aid Pledges $7 Million for Hurricane Dean Relief
Christian Aid has announced that it will be making nearly $7 million available to local partner organisations in Jamaica and Haiti, following Hurricane Dean.