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New Nigerian Anglican Deacons Told to Preach the 'Undiluted Gospel'
Nigerian Archbishop, the Most Rev Maxwell Anikwenwa, has ordained nine new deacons into the Anglican Communion and exhorted them to become great ambassadors of the Church by testifying the message of the "undiluted Gospel" to all people.
Baptist World Alliance Holds Annual Gathering in Ghana
Four hundred and fifty delegates from more than 50 countries have travelled to Accra, Ghana, for the Baptist World Alliance Annual Gathering, which is taking place until 7 July.
Madeleine's Family moves Out of Portugal Resort
The parents of Madeleine McCann today moved out of the Portuguese holiday resort from where their daughter was abducted sixty days ago.
30,000 Christians Gather for 21st Hillsong Conference in Australia
Thousands of Christians from 68 nations representing 19 denominations have gathered at the Acer Arena in Sydney, Australia to take part in the 5-day annual Hillsong Conference.
Britain Evaluates Sex Education Following Purity Ring Case
The debate over how to make sex education effective has been reignited following last week's high court battle between a schoolgirl and her head teacher over the right to wear a purity ring symbolising her pledged virginity until marriage.
Laura Bush and American Idol Star Visit World Vision Project in Zambia
US First lady Laura Bush has visited a World Vision-led coalition in Zambia funded by the US President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief. Joining her were daughter Jenna, Zambian First lady Maureen Mwanawasa and American Idol finalist Melinda Doolittle.
Hamas Arrests Army of Islam Leader in Alan Johnston Abduction Case
Hamas security forces have captured members of the Palestinian militant group Army of Islam, who are thought to be holding abducted BBC correspondent Alan Johnston.
Hundreds Honour 'Hero' Police in Luton Church
More than 600 mourners gathered in a Luton Church on Monday to pay their final respects to a policeman killed in the line of duty. Fellow officers, civilian colleagues and members of the public joined the family and friends of Bedfordshire Pc Jonathan Henry, 36, for a funeral service at the Holy Ghost Roman Catholic Church.
Anti-Poverty Goals Still Achievable, says UN Head
Head of the UN urges political leaders in rich and poor nations to take urgent and concerted action to eliminate global poverty.
Queen to Mark Papal Gift to Scotland
Queen to mark anniversary of gift of Sword of State to Scotland in Edinburgh this week.
Baptist World Alliance Holds Annual Gathering in Ghana
Four hundred and fifty delegates from more than 50 countries have travelled to Accra, Ghana, for the Baptist World Alliance Annual Gathering, which is taking place until 7 July.
Breakaway Anglican: Episcopal Church 'Redefining Itself as Radical Offshoot'
Members of breakaway Anglican churches in Virginia are grieving for the US Episcopal Church after its recent motion to add additional defendants to a church property lawsuit.
Web Entrepreneurs Invited to Enter Christian Blog Awards
Christians who run websites and blog sites will have the chance to share their sites with a national audience by entering the first Christian Blog Awards this summer.
Scientists Celebrate First Baby Born from Frozen 'Lab-Matured' Eggs
A baby has been born from an egg matured in the laboratory for the first time. The egg was frozen, thawed, and finally fertilised before being kept in simulated conditions to allow its development and eventual birth.
Housing Justice to Call for Action on Homelessness
Christian homelessness charity Housing Justice has announced details of a major conference to be held in central London on Thursday 19 July 2007.
Urgent Appeal for Mobile Dental Clinic in Gaza
The Archbishop of Wales is appealing for donations to sustain a vital mobile dental clinic struggling to serve the people of Gaza in the wake of recent conflict and widespread instability.