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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.
Millions Mark Start of Holy Week on Palm Sunday
Believers worldwide have commenced their annual observance of Holy Week beginning with Palm Sunday, which highlights the triumphal entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem nearly 2,000 years ago.
Catholic Church to Move Pope John Paul Closer to Sainthood
On the second anniversary of Pope John Paul II's death, it has been reported that he will move one level closer to sainthood, as Roman Catholic Church officials conclude the first phase of investigations into his "holiness" on Monday.
Vicky Beeching to Release 'Painting the Invisible'
British worship artist Vicky Beeching, currently on tour as special guest on the Worship Revolution Tour in the US with Delirious? and Rebecca St James, will release Painting the Invisible on 3 April.
Salvation Army Moscow Still Waiting for Rights to be Restored
Last October, The Salvation Army's Moscow branch won a lengthy court battle against the Russian government over the group's legal status in the country. But according to the Moscow branch's lawyer, Anatoli Pchelintsev, "the problem remains".
BarlowGirl Partners with Evangelists and Musicians for Psalms 73 Campaign
Popular US Christian rock group, BarlowGirl, has partnered with some of today's top Christian authors, evangelists and musicians to lead a 73-day campaign titled Psalms 73.
World Vision Responds as Two Earthquakes & Tsunami Hit South Pacific
Two earthquakes and a tsunami have hit the western part of the Solomon Islands on Monday, killing at least 12, a spokesman for the islands has said.
Bible Society Launches International Mobile Phone Service
The Bible Societies around the world, including the UK, America, Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, Russia and South Africa, recently launched an international direct-to-consumer mobile internet site for delivering the Bible to mobile phone subscribers worldwide.
Prayers for Captured British Sailors in Iran
World leaders are backing Britain in urging Iran to release the 15 British sailors and marines captured ten days ago, while prayers were said for the group yesterday at leading Seaman Faye Turney's home church.
How the Egyptians Built The Pyramids
A French architect claimed Friday to have uncovered the mystery about how Egypt's Great Pyramid was built...
BMS World Mission Supports Child Education in Angola
A year ago the site was bare - now there are three classes for over 50 young children in the suburb of Sapu, situated on the outskirts of the Angolan capital, Luanda.
Controversial Chocolate Jesus Pulled from New York Gallery
The controversial 'chocolate Jesus' has been pulled from the New York art gallery where it was to be displayed. Cosmic Cavallaro's sculpture, titled 'My Sweet Lord', caused outrage among Christian groups- who were especially offended because the statue was being aired over the Easter period.
Street Pastors Could Head North of the Border
The Street Pastors initiative could soon head to Scotland if the proposal for a pilot scheme in Perth gets the green light from the city council.
Controversial Chocolate Jesus Pulled from New York Gallery
The controversial 'chocolate Jesus' has been pulled from the New York art gallery where it was to be displayed. Cosmic Cavallaro's sculpture, titled 'My Sweet Lord', caused outrage among Christian groups - who were especially offended because the statue was being aired over the Easter period.
Street Pastors Could Head North of the Border
Street Pastors could soon launch in Scotland for the first time if Perth city proposal gets the go ahead. The initiative has already had great success in London, Birmingham
Tim Hughes 'Holding Nothing Back' Soon
Acclaimed British worship leader and two-time Dove Award winning artist for Song of the Year, Tim Hughes, will release his first album in three years, Holding Nothing Back, in the UK on Sunday 1 April.