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Bishop Appeals for Release of Captured Sailors in Iran
The Roman Catholic Bishop of the Forces has appealed to the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, to help secure the release of the 15 captured Royal Navy sailors and Royal Marines.
'Polygamy a Pre-Requisite for Church Membership?' - Biblical Misunderstandings in Africa
A recent event at All Souls Church, Langham Place was held to celebrate and promote faithful Bible teaching in African churches.
Bethany Dillon's New Album Reveals Spiritual Growth
Popular US Christian artist, Bethany Dillon, who released her 2004 self-titled debut album to commercial and critical acclaim at the age of 15, returns today (April 3) in the US with a new studio project, Waking Up.
Human Rights Delegation Highlights Dalit 'Slavery' in India
Christian Solidarity Worldwide hosted a delegation of activists for India's Dalit - formerly 'untouchable' - population last week in numerous forums in London and Brussels to highlight the caste-based slavery faced by millions of Dalits.
Darlene Zschech: Justice is Jesus Christ
Hear my heart today as I continue to share with you some what is resounding in my heart today. As a leader, and as a leader of worship, the responsibility to take the song of freedom to the streets...
World Vision Assists Children Fleeing from Iraq
World Vision Canada has recently launched a combined advocacy and relief effort to assist children and families fleeing to neighbouring countries from Iraq, as violence continues precipitate the largest refugee crisis in the Middle East in half a century.
Bishop, Worshippers Among Tsunami Dead
A bishop and three worshippers are among the lives claimed by the deadly tsunami that hit the Solomon Islands during a church ordination service on Monday.
Three Million Waiting for Invite to Church, Survey Claims
A new survey released today has found that one in seven adults in the UK attends a Christian church each month, while nearly three million more people say they would attend church if only they were asked.
Clare Short, Joel Edwards to Join JustShare Slavery Event
Marking the 200th year since the act to abolish the transatlantic slave trade came into action, JustShare will host its annual May Day event 'Ending slavery: then and now?' on Tuesday 1 May.
Strategic Planning Remains a Difficult Concept for Church of Scotland
In its report to the General Assembly, the Church of Scotland's Panel on Review and Reform will relay the interim findings of its consultation with congregations, ministers and Presbytery representatives as it tries to find ways to encourage the development of strategic planning in all areas of the Church.
Toddler Group Leaders Feel 'Isolated', says Care for the Family
National charity Care for the Family will host a key conference to address feelings of isolation among parent and toddler group leaders across England and Wales.
Salvation Army Commissioner to become Moderator of the Free Churches
Salvation Army commissioner to take up office of Moderator of the Free Churches Group for the first time later this month.
British Team Grows Human Heart Part from Stem Cells
A research team in Britain has grown part of a human heart from stem cells for the first time, reports the Guardian newspaper. Researchers have said that animal tests will be carried out later on this year, and if successful...
Video Highlights China's Human Rights Offences Ahead of Olympics
As China prepares to host the Beijing Olympics, Christian human rights watchdog Release International has launched an innovative video alert campaign to remind the world of China's continuing crackdown on Christians.
British Team Grows Human Heart Part from Stem Cells
A research team in Britain has grown part of a human heart from stem cells for the first time. Researchers have said that animal tests will be carried out later on this year, and if successful, it is entirely possible that replacement tissue could be "grown" to be used in transplants from people suffering from heart disease.
London Tops World Vision Goal for Child Sponsor Campaign
Londoners accounted for more than 40 per cent of the total number of people to sign up to World Vision's 2006 campaign to find child sponsors for impoverished children in Third World countries.