Maria Mackay

Methodists launch plastic bag campaign

Methodists are backing a nationwide petition to press the Government on the introduction of a 10 pence charge to plastic carrier bags.

Interview: Bishop Michael Nazir-Ali on the persecution of Christians

The Rt Rev Michael Nazir-Ali speaks to Christian Today about the persecuted Church, Islam and some of the challenges facing Christians in the UK.

Asian evangelicals express 'anguish and shock' at Burma violence

The Evangelical Fellowship of Asia has issued a statement condemning the violence against peaceful protestors in Burma over the last week.

Methodists reach out with hotdogs and buses

Methodists are successfully reaching out in their local communities with new and inventive ways of fulfilling the call of Jesus to serve others.

Bishops thank Prince Charles for Farmers' Fund

Bishops thank Prince Charles for raising more than £600,000 for farmers affected by flooding, foot and mouth disease and bluetongue disease.

Christians UNITE in support of persecuted Christians

UNITE event brings hundreds of Christians together in support of millions of persecuted Christians worldwide.

Ellel Scotland helps Christians grow in God

Ellel Scotland has celebrated the success of two new courses designed to encourage and strengthen young adults in their relationship with God.

Scottish Christians asked to Support Lord's Day

Scottish Christians being urged to support Day One Christian Ministries as they work to preserve the Holy Sabbath.

Ecumenical consultation to tackle conflict and healing

Ecumenical consultation in Dublin to tackle conflict within nations and the long-term healing process.

Church of Scotland calls for 'peaceful resolution' to Burma Crisis

Church of Scotland urges 'peaceful resolution' to worsening crisis in Burma.

Time to end silence on abortion - Christian lawyers

Christians are being asked to join in a rally next month to demonstrate the opposition to abortion that remains 40 years after the Abortion Act was passed in Parliament in October 1967.

Premier Blog Awards Celebrate Web-Savvy Christians

Premier Christian radio's first ever Christian Blog and Web Awards took place last week, signalling a new era of web-wise Christianity and celebrating some of the best sites the UK's Christian community has to offer.

Kyoto, Iraq, Iran on World Council of Churches Agenda

The 10th anniversary of the Kyoto protocol, Iraq, and US-Iran relations are all on the agenda at this week's meeting of the World Council of Churches Executive Committee.

Archbishop warns Anglican Covenant could lead to Exclusion

The Archbishop of Wales has warned that a proposed document to unite Anglicans could end up excluding those who do not conform to its beliefs.

Bishop of Kensington gets to grips with "Green Living"

The Bishop of Kensington was joined by hundreds of Christians recently for a conference promoting "green" living.

Salvationists Pray for Lasting Peace

Members of The Salvation Army worldwide have joined in prayer for lasting global peace.