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Christian Charity Accuses Government of Ignoring Need for Fathers

Christian social concern charity CARE has released research which it says shows the Government is ignoring the public's views on the need for fathers.

American Anglican Council Praises Kenya's New US-Based Bishop

The American Anglican Council has applauded the "sound decision" by Archbishop Benjamin Nzimbi of the Anglican Province of Kenya to appoint a suffragan bishop to oversee the province's US-based congregations.

Christian Aid Presents 'Survival Kits' to Brown

Christian Aid has recently issued 'Ministerial Survival Kits' to Gordon Brown and five of his newly appointed Secretaries of State to ensure tackling world poverty is at the top of their agenda.

Almost 5,000 Volunteers Make Hillsong Conference 2007 Possible

More than 4,700 people have volunteered to make Australia's largest annual conference, the Hillsong Conference, happen at the Acer Arena this week.

Madeleine's Mother Makes Earnest Plea to Abductor

The mother of missing Madeleine McCann made a plea to her daughter's abductor to return her, saying: "It is not too late to give her back."

Tearfund Challenges People to be Part of a Miracle

Christian relief and development agency Tearfund has launched a campaign encouraging Christians around the world to pray for poor communities.

Brown Releases Powers to Appoint Church & Judicial Posts

The Archbishop of York, the Most Rev Dr John Sentamu, has welcomed the announcement by the Prime Minister regarding changes to the process by which diocesan bishops are appointed.

Developed Countries Urged to Help Africa More

Developed countries need to do more to advance development within poor countries on the African continent, say African church leaders.

Call to Australia's Churches to Reach Indigenous Communities with Sport

Australian churches should set up sports exchanges with indigenous churches to help improve the wellbeing of indigenous communities, says the head of Christian charity Well-Being Australia.

Hong Kong's Cardinal Receives Chinese Catholic Church Criticism

Deputy head of China's official Catholic Church criticises Hong Kong Cardinal for joining in pro-democracy rally.

BibleLands Appoints New Regional Representative for Central England

International Christian charity BibleLands has announced the appointment of a new Regional Representative to cover central England.

Assaulted Indian Pastor: 'I will never quit'

Two months after being brutally assaulted by Hindu fundamentalists in the presence of television crews, Pastor Walter Masih says he is determined to continue his ministry.

Laura Bush Credits Africa's Faith-Driven Programmes in Aids Battle

US first lady Laura Bush praised faith-based groups for their contributions in the fight against Africa's deadliest killers - HIV and Aids and Malaria - as she wrapped up her four-nation tour last week.

Egypt's Supreme Court to Hear Muslim-Christian Convert Case

Egypt's highest court agreed Monday to hear the appeal of Coptic Christians who converted to Islam but now want to legally revert back to Christianity.

BarlowGirl Encourage Fans to 'Speak Out' Faith

Popular Christian rock group BarlowGirl have taken part in the launch of the Speak Out campaign, an initiative aimed at encouraging fans to be bolder in expressing their faith.