Jennifer Gold
Former Archbishop of Birmingham dies aged 78
The former Roman Catholic Archbishop of Birmingham has died over the weekend, aged 78.
God TV to gather thousands in Israel for anniversary broadcast
Global Christian broadcaster, GOD TV, is planning a mammoth tour which will see thousands of Christians from different countries visit Israel next May to celebrate her 60th Anniversary as a modern nation.
UN launches MDG monitoring website to end global poverty
The United Nations has launched a new Web site on Thursday that will show how and where the world is succeeding or failing in meeting the Millennium Development Goals on ending poverty.
Christian Peoples Alliance condemns London casino report
The Christian Peoples Alliance leader has said that the executive Mayor of Newham Sir Robin Wales should stop dithering and follow the lead of the Prime Minister to terminate casino plans.
Christian charities prepare annual service for victims of homelessness
Christian homelessness charities Housing Justice and the Connection at St Martin in the Fields have this week announced details of their annual service of commemoration for homeless people who have died in the past year.
Christian Peoples Alliance re-elects Craig as national head
The Christian Peoples Alliance has re-elected Councillor Alan Craig as national leader of the party to take on what it calls "Labour's political dominance" in the East End of London.
Christians join MPs in Day of Action for Burma in London
Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) joined a day of action for Burma in Parliament Square yesterday, as the first-ever full-length Government-sponsored debate on Burma took place on the floor of the House of Commons.
Former Irish Anglican congregations ask to become Catholic
Three former Anglican congregations have asked to be received into the Roman Catholic Church, according to The Irish Catholic Newspaper.
Arson attack on Plymouth Baptist church
A suspicious blaze badly damaged a church in Devon last week, and has now led to a police enquiry following repeated targeting of the church by local vandals.
Thousands to gather in London to protest anniversary of Abortion Act
Thousands of Christians from across the UK are to descend on Parliament Saturday to take part in a mass rally marking the 40th anniversary of the passing of the Abortion Act.
World Council of Churches completes Leadership Team with 2 appointments
The World Council of Churches (WCC) has completed the formation of its leadership team this week with the appointment of two well-known personalities from the ecumenical family renowned for their achievements in faith-based advocacy and interfaith dialogue.
'Catholic condom ban is helping Aids spread in Latin America' - UN
The rapid spread in Latin America of the virus that causes Aids has been made worse by the Roman Catholic Church's stand against using condoms, a United Nations official said yesterday.
Bishop reveals himself to diocese through Podcast
Suffolk's new Church of England bishop has announced that he will create Podcasts to introduce himself to his diocese.
Christian MP ponders Lib Dem leadership race
Following the sudden resignation of Liberal Democrat leader Sir Menzies Campbell, a Christian Lib Dem has emerged who is said to be "seriously considering" a push for leadership of the party.
Missing priest found dead in Lancashire docks
A priest who went missing last Thursday has been found dead after police confirmed a body recovered from Preston Dock was that of Father Nicholas Clapp.
Young man admits killing church vicar
A young man has pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of a church vicar on the grounds of 'diminished responsibility'.