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Tearfund: Government Must Halt Damaging Trade Agreements

Tearfund has called on the Government to prevent EU trade negotiators from forcing poor countries to sign up to trade deals that will harm poverty reduction and development.

Christian Leaders Hope Global Day of Prayer Will Inspire Social Action

The organisers of the Global Day of Prayer London have expressed their hope that the event will encourage prayer participants to get involved in social action programmes seeking to combat some of the pressing issues facing Britain today.

Tearfund: Government Must Halt Damaging Trade Agreements

Tearfund has called on the Government to prevent EU trade negotiators from forcing poor countries to sign up to trade deals that will harm poverty reduction and development.

Baptist Human Rights Award Winner Calls for Prayers for Burma

A Baptist World Alliance Human Rights Award winner has appealed to the Christian community for prayers for the suffering Myanmar (Burma) refugees.

Christian Leaders Hope Global Day of Prayer Will Inspire Social Action

The organisers of the Global Day of Prayer London have expressed their hope that the event will encourage prayer participants to get involved in social action programmes seeking to combat some of the pressing issues facing Britain today.

Michael W Smith to be Honoured at Music City Walk of Fame

Legendary Christian artist Michael W Smith joins an elite group of music industry figures later this month when he will be inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame.

Bush Stands Against 'Temptation to Manipulate Life'

US President George Bush expressed his opposition to efforts that "manipulate life" last Friday and urged the US to work for a culture of life where the strong protect the weak and most vulnerable.

World Vision Sees 'Major Human Crisis' in Exodus of Iraqi Civilians

Millions of Iraqis have now fled their country after four years of intense suicide bombings and insurgent attacks, World Vision reports.

Network Challenges Christian Teens on Sex, Relationships and Pete Doherty

TrueTube, a new website launched to get teenagers debating moral issues, is looking for more young Christians to get involved in the network and tackle head-on issues such as sex, relationships and the behavious of rock star Pete Doherty.

Pope Thanks God on 80th Birthday

Pope Benedict XVI has marked his 80th birthday by offering thanks to God and his family during a huge mass celebration on Sunday.

Bishops Urge Scottish Voters to Challenge Attacks on Christian Values

Catholic bishops in Scotland have called on their flocks to express their opposition to attacks on Christian values at the Scottish parliamentary elections.

Christian Bookstore Bombed in Gaza

Gaza City was the scene of devastation Sunday as three separate explosions saw two internet cafes and a Christian bookstore destroyed by militants.

Memorial Service for Capsize Victims

Prayers have been said at a beach memorial service for the dead and missing crew of an oil-rig vessel which capsized last week in the North Atlantic.

In the Name of Jesus Christ, Walk!

After the advent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost - which is 50 days after the resurrection of Jesus Christ, it is the time when the early church began...

'Six out of Ten' Doctors Believe Religion Impacts Health

Nearly 6 out of 10 physicians believe religion and spirituality have much or very much influence on health...

New Jesus Film Reaches Out to Women in Middle East

In a culture where women are devalued regularly, SAT-7 is getting ready to launch a new film that does the opposite in the Middle East. On April 15, the ministry broadcasts the film "JESUS, As Witnessed By Mary Magdalene".