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Baptists Continue Ministry in Lebanon amid Intense Fighting
Despite conflicts and tensions in Lebanon, the Arab Baptist Theological Seminary and the Beirut Baptist School, have continued to hold normal activities, the Baptist World Alliance has reported.
Churches Given Access to Unused Buildings
Church leaders wanting to take advantage of a new Government policy encouraging local authorities to transfer unused buildings to community groups at a reduced price are being invited to attend a one day 'How To' seminar.
WEA International Director Receives Honorary Doctorate Degree
The World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) International Director Geoff Tunnicliffe has received an honorary doctorate degree, June 15, from Olivet University, a Bible-based institution of higher learning based in downtown San Francisco, United States.
ACT-Caritas Guard Killed in Darfur Camp
As the security situation in Darfur continues to deteriorate, an ACT-Caritas employee has been killed in western Darfur, Christian Aid reports.
Switchfoot Continues Charitable Works
Switchfoot recently headlined the sold-out "Rock the Boat" concert sponsored by new motion picture Evan Almighty and in support of Christian housing ministry Habitat for Humanity.
Scottish Churches Urge Brown to Address Legacies of Slave Trade
Four hundred people from across Scotland and beyond attended the Scottish Churches' National Ecumenical Service at the David Livingstone Centre in Blantyre last Saturday.
Church Action on Poverty Celebrates 25 Years of Service to the Poor
Church Action on Poverty (CAP) will celebrate 25 years of service to the poor. In recognition of its Mancunian roots, the organisation will be holding a service and reception at Manchester Cathedral to celebrate the occasion on Friday 13 July.
'Jesus' Film on Verge of Reaching 1,000th Translation
The "Jesus" film - the most translated and widely distributed film in history - announced Tuesday that it is on the verge of reaching its 1000th translation.
Madeleine Campaign Continues; Dad Returns to UK
Gerry McCann returned to the UK yesterday for a series of meetings on the campaign to find his daughter Madeleine. This marks his second visit to the country since the four-year-old was kidnapped.
UK Faith Leaders to Tackle 'Donor Gap'
UK's faith leaders are supporting a campaign to tackle the growing ethnic minority 'donor gap' to dispel common myths that are known to affect donation rates, such as assumed religious objections.
Britain's 'Green' Homes to be Boosted
The number of "green" homes in Britain could be boosted by half a million within a year through a new service designed to help consumers reduce their carbon footprint.
Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem: Occupation Hurts Human Dignity on Both Sides
Occupation hurts human dignity on both sides; churches need to overcome divisions, mobilise for just peace in Palestine/Israel, conference says Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem
Reformed Seminary Presidents Meet at Princeton
Princeton Theological Seminary is currently hosting the World Alliance of Reformed Churches' Conference of Presidents of Theological Institutions Related to Reformed Churches.
CofE Review Recommends Talent Pipeline for Future Senior Appointments
Future senior office-holders in the Church of England could be identified and developed through a 'talent pipeline', a new report recommends.
Reformed Seminary Presidents Meet at Princeton
Princeton Theological Seminary is currently hosting the World Alliance of Reformed Churches' Conference of Presidents of Theological Institutions Related to Reformed Churches.
CofE Review Recommends Talent Pipeline for Future Senior Appointments
Future senior office-holders in the Church of England could be identified and developed through a 'talent pipeline', a new report recommends.