Gretta Curtis
UK's Top Religious Leaders Unite for Pre-Christmas Pilgrimage to Bethlehem
Ahead of Christmas, a coalition of religious leaders are set to embark on a pilgrimage to Bethlehem, spearheaded by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Rev Dr Rowan Williams.
Controversial Christian Video Game Could be Christmas Bestseller
Despite criticism from Muslims and secularists, a controversial video game that depicts a crusade of violence by Christians could be heading for the bestseller charts this Christmas.
Delirious? and Matt Redman Offer Christmas Concert in London
Legendary British worship artists Delirious? and Matt Redman will hit the London Shepherds Bush Empire 15 December for a collaborated Christmas concert.
British Airways Check-in Worker Submits Final Appeal
The British Airways check-in worker banned from wearing a cross to work faced a final appeal against the decision earlier in the week. Although Nadia Eweida, 55, lost her first appeal last month, she had one last chance to fight her case.
World Vision Aids Typhoon Disaster in the Philippines
Following the devastating loss of life and property caused by Typhoon Durian, World Vision Philippines has launched an initial appeal for US$1 million through its offices around the world to enable an immediate aid response.
Line-Up for Frenzy 2007 Announced
Frenzy, one of the largest one-day Christian music festivals in UK, has already announced the date and impressive line-up for 2007. Slated to be held 9 June, the line-up for Frenzy 2007 includes legendary artists Newsboys, Chris Tomlin, Casting Crowns, Starfield, Leeland, All Star United and Andy Hunter all confirmed so far.
World Vision, Christian Aid Criticised for Sending Animals to Poor Countries
Seen a goat or sheep on the tube recently? Then it was probably in an advert asking you to buy one from the Christmas catalogue of a charity like World Vision and Christian Aid, currently offering goats, sheep, chickens and more in support of the neediest countries. But critics have claimed that buying animals is doing more harm than good.
Jesus Camp Shuts Down Due to Negative Response
The controversial Jesus Camp in the US has shut down after a documentary film which featured events of children praying in tongues and sobbing with repentance in the camp met with a negative response.
Christian Aid Supporters Gather Ahead of World AIDS Day
Marlborough Road Methodist Church in St Albans is just one of thousands of churches worldwide taking part in World AIDS Day this Friday. The day aims to highlight the pandemic and the plight of millions around the world who suffer from
Prayers Said for Scalded Baby in Somerset
Churchgoers continue to pray for a 10-month-old baby who was scalded when hot water pipes burst above her cot. Doctors have told Rhianna Hardie's family her injuries are so severe that she only has a 20% chance of survival. She remains in a critical condition in hospital after suffering 85% burns in the accident at her council house in Taunton, Somerset.
Archbishop Williams Apologises Over Women Priest Comments
The Archbishop of Canterbury has apologised over comments he recently made about the role of women priests, as new research claims that they will "save the Church from sinking" in the future.
Irish Artist Presents an Irish Christmas in the US
Irish legend Moya Brennan provides a unique holiday album to the US this Christmas with An Irish Christmas. Best known for her work with globally acclaimed Irish group, Clannad, Moya has also recorded with U2's Bono.
Clergy Suffer Bat Damages in Church
Clergy are suffering stress because of the damage bats are causing in their churches, an MP claims. Norfolk MP Christopher Fraser told the House of Commons that a campaign has started in his constituency to exempt churches from laws protecting bats.
Filming Location Confirmed for The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
The second sequel to the highly successful The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe will be shot in Auckland, New Zealand, during February and March 2007, according to NarniaWeb.
Christian Unions Bans Illegal, Bishops Warn
Banning Christian societies from campuses is an illegal act, Anglican and Roman Catholic Bishops have warned student unions last night.
World Leaders Devastated Over Lebanese Minister's Death
World leaders have expressed shock and regret following the fatal shooting of a leading Christian Lebanese minister, the anti-Syrian Pierre Gemayel, on Tuesday.