Kevin Donovan
Habitat for Humanity Gains Support from Christmas E-Cards
International Christian housing charity, Habitat for Humanity has launched a new website to build the Christmas spirit and help combat poverty housing.
Thousands to Attend Carol Service Hosted by 'Evangelical' Christian Union
Despite the difficulties the Evangelical Christian Union (ECU) at Exeter University has faced this term, the society is hosting its annual carol service tonight, with more than 3,000 local Christians expected to attend.
Church of the Ark Discovered in West Bank
Emerging from the soil over a few acres in the hills of the Israeli occupied West Bank is one of the world's first churches, which has been uncovered and claimed by archaeologists yesterday.
Abundant Life Church Youth Band to Tour with Award-Winning Canadian Group
Canadian Christian rock band Downhere will embark on a UK tour starting February 2007 with Abundant Life Church's youth band, RPM.
Abundant Life Church Youth Band to Tour with Award-Winning Canadian Group
Canadian Christian rock band Downhere will embark on a UK tour starting February 2007 with Abundant Life Church's youth band, RPM. The six-date tour takes the bands to Belfast, Portsmouth, Dartford, Kilsyth and Newton Aycliffe (Co. Durham), before the tour concludes at the Abundant Life Centre in Bradford.
World Vision Receives Grant for Darfur Water Project
Following the announcement of a grant of $400,000 (£180,918) from the Canadian International Development Agency, World Vision will be increasing its support to children and their families in Darfur, Sudan.
The Nativity Story Turned Down at US Festival
The city of Chicago in the US is not allowing The Nativity Story to be presented at a major public Christmas festival. Officials have asked organisers of the German Christkindlmarket to reconsider using New Line Cinema, the maker of movie The Nativity Story, as a sponsor because it is worried ads for its film might offend non-Christians.
Christian Artists Create "Inspired By" Soundtrack for Slave Abolition Film
Top Contemporary Christian musicians will record modern day versions of hymns for the "Inspired By" soundtrack of Amazing Grace, a Samuel Goldwyn Films/Roadside Attractions/Bristol Bay Productions film.
Tony Blair Expresses 'Deep Sorrow' for Britain's Role in Slave Trade
Prime Minister Tony Blair has expressed his "deep sorrow" over Britain's role in the slave trade. The prime minister said it had been "profoundly shameful", according to an article for the New Nation newspaper.
The Ten Commandments DVD Starring Val Kilmer Releases
Hollywood star Val Kilmer stars in "The Ten Commandments - The Musical", as he leads a highly acclaimed cast of over 50 in the spectacular pop musical. The musical tells the 3,300-year-old story of Moses'' exodus from Egypt and his journey toward fulfillment, life and rebirth.
Thousands Respond to HIV Appeal at Delirious? Concerts
Legendary Christian band Delirious? recently wrapped up their UK tour with worship leader Tim Hughes. The band has been promoting the HopeHIV appeal at the start of each gig, and so far, 8,800 people responded to the message. £17,000 has been raised to support the work among AIDS orphans in South Africa.
Christian Aid Welcomes Pope's Re-Think on Condoms
Christian Aid welcomes the Vatican's reconsideration of condoms, as a study commissioned by Pope Benedict XVI could mean a historic change in the anti-condom stance of the Roman Catholic Church.
Church Army Hosts POSADA to 'Make Room for Christ' at Christmas
Although there may not have been any room at the inn for Mary and Joseph on Christmas, Church Army's POSADA wishes to revive an old Mexican tradition and provide that space for them.
Abducted Christian Relief Worker in Darfur Still Missing
A driver for Christian Reformed World Relief Committee (CRWRC), employed to deliver relief in Darfur, Sudan, remains missing after being abducted en route from a food nutrition centre Wednesday afternoon.
Award-Winning American Gospel Artist to Grace Stage in London
Award-winning US gospel artist Kirk Franklin will be making a stop in London to perform at the Hammersmith Apollo this weekend, 26 November 2006, following a night's performance in the Netherlands.
Doctors Who Refuse Euthanasia Face Criminal Charges
Lord Falconer, the Lord Chancellor of England, has warned doctors in a recent statement that they may face prison sentences if they refuse to euthanise patients. Criminal charges of assault could be laid against doctors or nurses who refuse to allow patients to die, even by removal of food and hydration tubes.