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Church Army's Research Publication Advises 'Keep Church Simple'
Western society is becoming increasingly stressful and busy, and although people own more than in previous generations, there is never enough time - this is the view taken in the latest edition of the 'Encounters on the Edge' series of booklets from Church Army.
Faith Schools Better when Competitive, Research Suggests
Research suggests that faith schools that operate their own admissions get better results when they have competition. Using a sample of 200,000 pupils in England, an institute at the London School of Economics (LSE) has published a study of school choice, the BBC reports.
Church Army's Research Publication Advises 'Keep Church Simple'
Western society is becoming increasingly stressful and busy, and although people own more than in previous generations, there is never enough time - this is the view taken in the latest edition of the 'Encounters on the Edge' series of booklets from Church Army.
Outrage at Gay Book Scheme for Four to 11-Year-Olds
Books that introduce homosexuality to children aged as young as four are to be launched in a selection of UK schools, under a pilot scheme that has sparked outrage from a number of religious groups.
Christian Organisations in Search for Greenest Church
Leading Christian organisations, including Operation Noah/Christian Ecology Link, Tearfund and Christian Aid, are on the look out for the UK's greenest churches.
Salvation Army 'Deeply Concerned' by Gambling Advertising Regulations
The Salvation Army has said it is "deeply concerned" by the possible effects of new gambling advertising regulations on society. The controversial regulations will allow the first TV and radio commercials for gambling facilities to be broadcast by September.
Head of WCC Attacks 'Disastrous' War on Iraq
The head of the World Council of Churches (WCC), the Rev Dr Samuel Kobia, has warned of "further carnage and destruction" in Iraq in a statement to mark the fourth anniversary of the country's invasion by a US-UK-led coalition on 19 March 2003.
London's Christians Called to Fight Against Climate Change
London's Christians were called to fight against climate change as church leaders launched a guide to 'greening' churches and congregations this week.
Christian Aid Condemns Brutal Assaults in Zimbabwe
Christian Aid has condemned the recent brutal assaults acted out on opposition and civic leaders in Zimbabwe, as their partners in the African country were arrested at a prayer rally Sunday, and have been released only recently after being tortured.
Church School Changes Three Little Pigs to Puppies for Fear of Offending Muslims
A junior school production of the popular children's story the 'Three Little Pigs' has been changed to 'Three Little Puppies', for fear of offending Muslims.
Church of England Head Visits Christian Aid Partners in Angola
The Archbishop of Canterbury met with three Christian Aid partners in Angola's capital, Luanda, to learn about their women's literacy, housing rights and HIV/AIDS work.
First Faith Audit for Wales
The major contribution made by thousands of faith communities to Welsh society is to be quantified in the nation's first faith audit.
Faith Schools Better when Competitive, Research Suggests
Research suggests that faith schools that operate their own admissions get better results when they have competition. Using a sample of 200,000 pupils in England, an institute at the London School of Economics (LSE) has published a study of school choice, the BBC reports.
'Spend Money on Poverty, Not Arms,' says World Vision Chief
Head of World Vision tells Government to spend money on poverty, not arms, at the launch of a major new Christian campaign to hold the Government to account on its progress with the Millennium Development Goals.
Hillsong's Women's Conference Kicks Off with 16,000
Hillsong's annual women's conference Colour Your World kicked off 15 March, with a sold-out audience in the Acer Arena, Sydney.