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X Factor USA under fire for 'indecent' performance

An advocacy group is filing a formal complaint against the US version of X Factor for indecency.

Christian Aid backs initiatives to help developing world’s women

Two government initiatives to improve the lives of women in the developing world were welcomed by Christian Aid.

Church growth despite persecution in Iran

The Iranian government’s tracking of Christians in Iran has intensified over the last several months, according to Open Doors USA, an organisation that provides help to persecuted believers in Jesus worldwide.

Christian doctor struggling to clear his name

A Christian doctor is still trying to clear his name after a complaint was made against him for speaking about his faith with a patient.

Soul Surfer: Lots of inspiration, just too much Hollywood

Our verdict on the new inspirational film about Bethany Hamilton, the girl who didn't let losing her arm in a shark attack keep her from fulfilling her dreams

Church of Scotland wants British troops out of Afghanistan

The Church of Scotland says Britain's military intervention in Afghanistan does not meet just war criteria

New group to tackle poverty and injustice in York

The Fairness Commission has the support of the Archbishop of York

Youth workers feel young people aren't being treated fairly

Survey of youth workers by Oasis College, Centre for Youth Ministry and Frontier Youth Trust has found that most youth workers feel young people aren't being treated fairly

Martial arts body condemns child cage fighting

Child cage fighting should be banned, the National Association of Karate and Martial Art Schools (NAKMAS) has said.

Why knowledge without wisdom is dangerous

Knowledge without wisdom can be pointless. But worse than that, it can be dangerous.

Gospel artist Bobby Bovell: God’s the star, not me

It would be easy to grow a big head if you’d just been nominated for a MOBO Award but Bobby Bovell is just grateful to God and all the mentors who helped him along the way to notoriety.

Appeal for funds as church supports Pakistan’s flood victims

The Anglican Diocese of Hyderabad and the ACT Alliance of church development agencies have launched separate appeals for funds as a second round of severe flooding hits Pakistan.

Challenges in Somalia and South Asia prompt fresh call for action and prayer

Concerns over peace and human security dominate discussions at a meeting of the World Council of Churches' Executive Committee

Ben Cantelon, Cathy Burton, Nick Herbert on joint tour

Worship In The Round promises to be an evening of intimate worship with three great artists

Charges dropped against Eddie Long's former security guard

Charges have been dropped against a former security guard accused of breaking into American preacher Bishop Eddie Long’s office.

School bans Lord's Prayer following complaints from parents

Children at a primary school in western Australia will no longer be saying the Lord's Prayer during their school assembly