Maria Mackay
Pope Benedict Condemns Turkish Bomb Blast Killings
The Pope has sent a message of condolence to the victims of the bomb attack in Turkey, in which a packed minibus was destroyed. One British woman was among the dead in the popular Aegean beach resort...
Evangelical Alliance Excited as Purpose Driven Church Conference to Begin
Rick Warren, author of best-selling The Purpose Driven Life, is in the UK to hold his first ever Purpose Driven Church Conference in the Nottingham Arena, July 19-21. Warren, renowned evangelist and author...
Evangelical Churches growing in Iraq, says Christian Mission Organisation
A Christian mission organisation has reported the positive growth of churches throughout Iraq despite the ongoing widespread conflict. Iraq is witnessing "a new renaissance of the church...
Catholic Report First Step Toward Family-Friendly Church
A report issued today by the Catholic Bishops of England and Wales has revealed challenges ahead for the Catholic Church in its efforts to make it a more family-friendly institution.
Philippine Bishops say Country’s Crisis is a Moral One
Bishops have refuse to join voices calling for the resignation of Philippine President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo.In a document, the bishops have called for a faith-based response to the unstable political climate...
Christians in Iraq Raise Fears Over New Islamic Laws
The auxiliary bishop of Baghdad, Bishop Andraos Abouna, has raised concern over the constitution currently being drawn up in Iraq, which could turn Iraq into an Islamic state. Bishop Abouna warned against...
Church of England Panel of Reference Meets in Anglican Communion Office
The Church of England Panel of Reference has met in the Anglican Communion Office, London, and Lambeth Palace 12–14 July to discuss the work to be done by the Panel...
Church Group Accused of Spying for Britain by Zimbabwe
Zimbabwean authorities have accused a South African church delegation of spying for British intelligence agencies after a visit to the country on Monday. The delegation, led by Anglican Archbishop...
African Church Leaders To Meet Today on Capitol Hill
A delegation of top church leaders from nine different African countries are currently meeting with policy leaders on Capitol Hill, Washington, DC, to discuss the results of the G8 summit and the next step forward...
Swiss Protestors Call for Shops to Remain Shut on Sundays
Protestors in Switzerland are calling for churches and their congregations across the country to join in their campaign against the proposed Labour Law in Switzerland that will see shops opened on a Sunday for the first time...
Southern Africa Synod Releases its Report for Anglican Church
The Anglican Church in Southern Africa has issued its report on its Anglican Provincial Synod held recently in Kwazulu Natal, outlining steps for a higher level of engagement with issues as varied as HIV/AIDS and children...
Catholic Cardinal Warns Against Anti-Christian Legal Action in Canada
A Catholic Cardinal has warned Canada’s Senate against impending anti-Christian prosecution after the gay marriage bill was recently approved in the House of Commons. Cardinal Marc Ouellet, Archbishop of Quebec...
Prescott Celebrates Brother’s Commission as Church Army Evangelist
Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott has praised Church Army which commissioned his younger brother, Adrian, earlier in the week. In a service this week at Church Army’s Wilson Carlile College of Evangelism...
Bishop Calls on Church to Engage with Muslims to Avoid Radicalism
A Bradford bishop has called on the Church of England to work together with Muslims in a bid to prevent the growth of radicalism among youngsters. The call comes after news that the suicide bombers were British citizens...
Christians in Sport See Opportunity for Evangelism at 2012 Olympic Games
With London winning the bid to host the 2012 Olympic Games, Christians in Sport plans to be there every step of the way, ensuring the event will be a great success for sport but also for Christianity in the UK...
Huge Crowds Gather for Franklin Graham Festival in Moldova
The Moldova leg of Franklin Graham's Festival of Hope tour in national capital Chisinau has seen thousands commit to Christ. A total of 93,907 people attended the Festival, previously unimaginable in the country...