Jennifer Gold
Bishops Alarmed by Heavy-Handling in Youth Prisons
Bishops highlighted the conditions of Britain's child prisons in the House of Lords last week, following the coroner's report into the death of a 15-year-old who died whilst being restrained in a youth jail.
Anglican Council Backs 'Clear Warning' to Schori & Rowan Williams
The American Anglican Council (AAC) has praised the recent statement from the Global South Steering Committee urging The Episcopal Church (TEC) to repent and change to restore true communion to the worldwide Anglican Churches.
Dwindling Congregation Brings Historic Lake District Church to a Close
One of Britain's most historic churches is to close on Sunday, when it will hold its final Sunday Service.
Tutu Celebrates Nelson Mandela's 89th Birthday
South Africa has celebrated Nelson Mandela's 89th birthday on Wednesday with tributes and congratulations as the anti-apartheid icon prepared to launch a new international group to help solve the world's problems.
Church Creates Independent Panel to Advise on Mobile Phone Mast Fears
A leading independent expert from the Health Protection Agency has visited the Black Country to advise local residents who are concerned about a proposed mobile phone base station in a Wednesbury church.
Former BBC Reporter Tackles Spiritual Affairs on Internet Radio Station
My Spirit Radio, a worldwide internet station dedicated to spirituality, has launched a new religion discussion show hosted by Suzanne Evans, the creative director of Aquarius PR and a former BBC religious affairs reporter.
Wolverhampton Church to Bring Life to Churchyard
An inner-city Wolverhampton church will create a restful oasis for wildlife and nature if a plan to rejuvenate its churchyard gets the go-ahead.
Christian Human Rights Activists Arrested in Belarus Crackdown
Fourteen Christian human rights activists have been detained and campaign literature has been confiscated by police and KGB agents during an annual Catholic festival earlier this month in Belarus.
No Justice for Murdered Ethiopian Christian
More than three months after an Ethiopian evangelist was killed by Muslim militants in March, there are still no signs of movement on bringing those responsible to justice.
China Expels Christians to Prevent Evangelism at Beijing Olympics
More than 100 foreign nationals have been removed from China between April and June 2007 for their alleged participation in illegal religious activities, according to China Aid Association.
Christian Imprisoned after Three Innocent Verdicts in Peru
Persecution watchdog Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) has come out in support of a Peruvian man re-imprisoned despite already being found innocent of involvement with terrorism three times by Peruvian courts.
New Christian Mortgage Scheme Offers Hope for Church Growth
Church leaders across Britain will be able to receive help in raising cash for new buildings thanks to a Christian bank which has launched an exclusive mortgage range especially for them.
Christians Fear Attacks in Pakistan as Forces Clash with Islamic Extremists
Christian representatives in Pakistan are calling for urgent prayer to prevent a feared backlash against Christians following clashes between security forces and Islamist militants in the capital.
Almost 5,000 Volunteers Make Hillsong Conference 2007 Possible
More than 4,700 people have volunteered to make Australia's largest annual conference, the Hillsong Conference, happen at the Acer Arena this week.
BibleLands Appoints New Regional Representative for Central England
International Christian charity BibleLands has announced the appointment of a new Regional Representative to cover central England.
Hillsong Conference Urges Justice in Aids Fight
A powerful rendition of 'Amazing Grace', accompanied by a 46-piece orchestra, provided the perfect opening to the 21st annual Hillsong Conference in Sydney, Australia.