Maria Mackay
Charity Commission Wants to Increase Support for Faith-Based Charities
The Charity Commission has announced plans to increase its support for faith-based charities. The regulator will launch a new Faith and Social Cohesion Unit to encourage faith groups to register as charities and "improve their
Kenya's Archbishops Appeal for Peace after Deadly Clashes
Archbishops in Kenya have pleaded with the country's government to bring the deadly violence in its Mount Elgon district under control. Recent clashes have left at least 137 dead.
World Emergency Relief Turns Stolen Goods into Humanitarian Aid
Thousands of pounds worth of stolen goods seized by police in West Yorkshire has been turned into humanitarian aid to help fight poverty in developing countries.
Caritas Expands North Korea Aid Programme
Caritas Internationalis will now expand its existing food and medical aid programme in North Korea following a new agreement with the country's officials.
Mission Aviation Fellowship Brings Physical and Spiritual Water to Mali
Mission Aviation Fellowship takes a break from flying to dig wells for the people of Mali - and the work is proving to be a great evangelistic success.
Christians in Pakistan Celebrate Easter amid Blasphemy Fears
Christian in Pakistan celebrate Easter but a new blasphemy charge has sparked fresh fears of persecution. The charge against an 11-year-old Christian boy
Sentamu Leads Easter Prayers for Missing BBC Reporter
The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, has led Easter prayers for the missing BBC reporter Alan Johnston, missing in Gaza since 12 March.
Bush Remembers US Troops in Easter Address
US President remembers troops abroad with a reminder to Christians of the need to pray thanks for their sacrifice and their safety.
Archbishop of Canterbury: God's Love Overcomes Human Failure
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, has reminded believers of the power of God's unconditional love to overcome human failure in his Easter sermon yesterday.
Climate Change Report Presents "Devastating Outlook", says WWF
WWF has responded to the latest report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change with a warning that "ignorance isn't an option".
Church of Ireland Appoints Child Protection Officer
The Church of Ireland has appointed a new child protection officer to drive forward its continued commitment to the welfare of children.
House of Bishops to Appoint New Bishop of Connor
The Church of Ireland House of Bishops will meet in Dublin on April 17 to elect a bishop for the Diocese of Connor.
Persecution on the Increase in India
Gospel for Asia has reported a sharp increase in the "scope and intensity" of persecution in India.
Bishop Welcomes Release of British Sailors
The Roman Catholic Bishop of the Forces, the Rt Rev Tom Burns, has welcomed Iran's surprise release of the 15 British sailors and marines on Wednesday.
Tsunami Response Looks to Long-Term Reconstruction
Christian organisations and churches responding to Monday's tsunami in the Solomon Islands are turning their attention to the need for a longer-term reconstruction strategy.
Bishop Prays For Zimbabweans in Time of Turmoil
Roman Catholic Bishop of Portsmouth offers prayerful support to Zimbabweans as their country plummets further into grave political, economic and social instability.