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Baptist Youth Conference to Gather 10,000 in Europe
Up to ten thousand Christian youth are expected to attend the fifteenth Baptist World Youth Conference in Leipzig, Germany, from 30 July to 3 August 2008.
Tsunami Aid Brightens Solomon Easter Celebrations
International Catholic relief agency Caritas has been busy delivering aid to the Solomon Islands from Australia and New Zealand since a tsunami left thousands in desperate need of supplies on 1 April.
Land's End to John O'Groats - The Salvation Army Benefits from Charity Drive
A car enthusiast has undertaken a marathon journey from Land's End to John O'Groats to raise money for The Salvation Army.
Archbishop of Wales Calls for End to Discrimination, Trafficking
The Archbishop of Wales has called for discrimination in the Church in Wales to end against women and gay people.
Fair Trade Fashion Hits Cardiff
'Fair trade fashion' will hit Wales next month when models display the latest lines in ethically manufactured clothing. Hosted by Wales' premier fair trade shop Fair Do's, the event marks another historic evening of Welsh action against global poverty and celebrates the fact that Cardiff is the first fair trade capital in the world.
UK to Join Hands for Zimbabwe Prayer Vigil
Christians in the UK will join hands with human rights activists and members of Zimbabwe's opposition Movement for Democratic Change in a prayer vigil for Zimbabwe later in the month.
World Emergency Relief Turns Stolen Goods into Humanitarian Aid
Thousands of pounds worth of stolen goods seized by police in West Yorkshire has been turned into humanitarian aid to help fight poverty in developing countries.
Caritas Expands North Korea Aid Programme
Caritas Internationalis will now expand its existing food and medical aid programme in North Korea following a new agreement with the country's officials.
World Vision Continues Aid for Gizo Tsunami
A specialist World Vision team has made a start in tackling the threat of disease in the makeshift hilltop camps in tsunami-hit Gizo in the Solomon Islands, after the recent arrival of a major World Vision aid shipment.
Christians in Pakistan Celebrate Easter amid Blasphemy Fears
As Christians in Pakistan celebrated Holy Week and Easter, many say they are fearful over a new blasphemy charge that has triggered violence against the tiny Christian minority in the Punjab province.
Pope Condemns Iraq "Slaughter" During Easter Address
Pope Benedict XVI has spoken out in his Easter message against the "continual slaughter" taking place in Iraq as well as the increasing unrest in Afghanistan.
World Vision Continues Aid for Gizo Tsunami
A specialist World Vision team has made a start in tackling the threat of disease in the makeshift hilltop camps in tsunami-hit Gizo in the Solomon Islands, after the recent arrival of a major World Vision aid shipment.
Mission Aviation Fellowship Brings Physical and Spiritual Water to Mali
Mission Aviation Fellowship takes a break from flying to dig wells for the people of Mali - and the work is proving to be a great evangelistic success.
Christians in Pakistan Celebrate Easter amid Blasphemy Fears
Christian in Pakistan celebrate Easter but a new blasphemy charge has sparked fresh fears of persecution. The charge against an 11-year-old Christian boy
Sentamu Leads Easter Prayers for Missing BBC Reporter
The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, has led Easter prayers for the missing BBC reporter Alan Johnston, missing in Gaza since 12 March.
Bush Remembers US Troops in Easter Address
US President remembers troops abroad with a reminder to Christians of the need to pray thanks for their sacrifice and their safety.