Maria Mackay
Ex-US President Ford Remembered as Honourable Man of God
Former US President Gerald Ford has been remembered as a man who possessed the spiritual traits of humility, dignity, steadfast service to humanity and the ability to heal through forgiveness, reports Ecumenical News International.
Millions Needed to Save Shakespeare's Church
The crumbling church in Stratford where William Shakespeare worshipped and was buried is in urgent need of millions of pounds to restore it to its former glory.
Scotland's Youth Leaders are getting ready for 'Deep Impact'
Youth leaders in Scotland are geared up for 'Deep Impact', Scotland's National Youth Ministry Training Conference, which will take place 19 - 21 January 2007 at the Aviemore Highland Resort, Scotland.
Welsh MP Criticises Archbishop's 'Iraq Failure'
A Welsh Labour MP has criticised the Archbishop of Canterbury for failing to do more to get Saddam Hussein indicted for mass murder before the invasion of Iraq. The Iraqi dictator was executed by hanging
Pope Calls for Peace in New Year's Day Mass
Pope Benedict XVI has called on nations and individuals to play an active part in bringing about world peace and human rights in his New Year's Day Mass.
Scottish Church Leaders Condemn Sectarianism, Trident
Leaders of the Church of Scotland and Roman Catholic Church in Scotland have issued their first ever joint New Year statement in which they condemn sectarianism and strongly criticise the government's plans to replace Trident.
Archbishop Eames Retires
The Archbishop of Armagh and Church of Ireland Primate of All Ireland, Dr Robin Eames, a fervent advocate of peace and a prominent figure in the reconciliation process in Northern Ireland, has retired today aged 69.
Bishop of Leeds to Appeal for Prayer for the Oppressed
Bishop's plea to show strangers hospitality: 'Help those driven from home by oppression'. "We pray for all those who spend this New Year far away from home and especially those driven out of their own countries by oppression and violence.
Church Leaders Call for Prayer to End Sectarianism in Northern Ireland
The leaders of the four main Churches in Ireland have issued a joint call to all sides to banish sectarianism and seize the opportunity for a shared future. With the pressure on to restore devolution and cement the political process in Northern Ireland, the clergymen appealed for the public to pray for an end to
BMS World Mission Challenges Young Christians in France
A BMS volunteer couple in France are challenging a group of young Christians to go deeper in their faith as they work together to transform the church basement into a personal space for the young Christians.
Morecambe Bay Helicopter Crash Kills Six
Six people have been killed after a helicopter with seven men on board crashed into the sea off Morecambe Bay last night. The helicopter plunged into the sea as it approached a gas rig after contact with the aircraft had been lost at about 6pm.
Christians Support Israeli Disinvestment
In a recent survey conducted by Catholic newspaper The Tablet, a majority of those questioned agreed that they "would disinvest from companies whose products are used by the Israeli government in the occupied territories". In the poll of more than 2,800 people on the newspaper's website, 68.5 per cent supported disinvestment while
BMS Baptist Church in Ecuador Celebrates First Christmas
This year, the brand new Los Vergeles Baptist Church in Ecuador, planted by BMS World Mission long-term workers Peter and Vicki Butchers, will celebrate its first Christmas.
Archbishop to Appeal for Peace in the Holy Land
The Archbishop of Canterbury will appeal for peace in the Holy Land in his Christmas sermon today. The appeal comes days after his return from the Holy Land where he was on pilgrimage with other church leaders, including Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O'Connor.
Christians Suffering in Iraq, Warns Archbishop
The Archbishop of Canterbury has expressed his sorrow over the situation facing Christians in Iraq, which he said had worsened since the invasion.
EU Commissioner Stresses Need for Dialogue with Churches
The EU Commissioner has told a conference of European church leaders, including the Bishop of London, that European Institutions need to have a constant dialogue with churches, faith communities and civil society to bring the people of Europe together.