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British church attendance turns a corner

For years now, the words ‘church attendance’ have rarely been read apart from the rather gloomy utterance of ‘in decline’.

Prescott lends support to charity bike ride for pastoral work with seafarers

John Prescott cheers on charity cyclists as they embark on epic 60-day cycling challenge to raise money for the pastoral care of seafarers.

Bishop’s plea as Sri Lanka’s politicians vote on president’s power

The Anglican Bishop of Colombo is appealing to the world’s Christians to pray that the Sri Lankan parliament rejects proposals that would significantly boost the powers of the government and president.

St Paul’s service marks Blitz 70 years on

Service at London's St Paul's Cathedral remembers heroism of World War II veterans.

Bishop expresses sorrow after vicar jailed for sham weddings

Vicar Alex Brown’s part in a sham marriage scam has “undermined” people’s confidence in the Church of England, says the Bishop of Lewes.

Tearfund appoints new International Director

Tearfund has announced the appointment of David Bainbridge as its new International Director.

Ten Christian charity workers shot dead in Afghanistan

A British woman is among ten Christian charity workers shot dead by gunmen in Afghanistan.

Christians called to pray for Muslims during Ramadan

Open Doors USA has launched a campaign to urge Christians to pray for Muslims during the month of Ramadan.

Archaeologists claim to have found remains of John the Baptist

Bulgarian archaeologists excavating an ancient monastery claim to have found the remains of John the Baptist.

Orthodox Anglicans call for prayer over gay bishop nomination

Anglican Mainstream has made an “urgent” call for prayer after reports emerged over the weekend that the nominations for the next Bishop of Southwark include an openly gay cleric.

Justin Bieber affirms his Christian faith against cult rumours

Teen pop sensation Justin Bieber has hit out at rumours that he is a member of the Illuminati and one even claiming that he is dead.

Christian Solidarity Worldwide ‘deeply concerned’ by crisis in Nepal

Christian Solidarity Worldwide fears the Nepal’s ruling coalition is on course for collision with communists.

New Evangelical head says revival is 'essential' for European church

The newly appointed General Secretary of the European Evangelical Alliance says revival is essential for Europe's traditional churches.

Church must take children’s spirituality seriously, says researcher

Researcher Dr Rebecca Nye has warned the Church of England that it can no longer disregard the spirituality of children.

Oxfam tells party leaders not to forget world's poor in election race

Party leaders are expected to make Sunday April 18 this election campaign’s ‘World Poverty Day’ by setting out their parties’ plans to help the world’s poorest people.

Charity commends Primark for dropping padded bikini for children

The Children’s Society has welcomed the decision by Primark to remove a padded bikini range aimed at young girls from its high street stores.