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‘Broken society’ is Cameron’s top priority

David Cameron has put mending Britain’s “broken society” back on the top of the Government’s agenda following last week’s chaos.

Christians must be visible in the community, says Street Pastors founder

Britain’s Christian community must provide a strong visible presence on the nation’s streets during tough times, Street Pastors founder Les Isaac says.

Archbishop Paul Reeves: controversial icon

Tributes have been pouring in following the death this weekend of Bishop Sir Paul Reeves, 78.

Religious discrimination on the increase worldwide

Nearly a third of the world's population live in countries where restrictions on religious beliefs and practices increased between 2006 and 2009, a new report reveals.

Cameron vows to tackle Britain’s ‘moral collapse’

David Cameron is to vow to address the “moral collapse” that led to widespread looting and violence across English cities last week.

Churches pray for lasting peace in their cities

Across the nation, churches are using their Sunday services as an opportunity to pray for the nation after unprecedented violence in parts of England.

Comedian Milton Jones completes Greenbelt line-up

Award-winning comedian Milton Jones is the last minute addition to this year's line-up at Greenbelt.

Strong opposition to abortion adverts

The Christian Medical Fellowship is resisting proposals to relax the laws on abortion advertising.

Young people serving and supporting riot victims

Young people have turned out in force this week to help victims of the looting and violence in London and other English cities this week.

Young Christians texting their faith

The Textify campaign is challenging young Christians to pray for their friends and text them about their faith

How good are you when you think no one is looking?

Rioting and the psychology of accountability

Steven Curtis Chapman releases latest album, re:creation

Multi-platinum selling artist and five-time Grammy Award winner Steven Curtis Chapman was at NASA this week to launch his latest album.

Roy Crowne isn’t ready to give up on England’s cities just yet

HOPE Director Roy Crowne has appealed to Christians to pray and show love to their communities following the riots.

Gay rights supporters want Sesame Street's Bert and Ernie to marry

An online petition is asking for "Sesame Street" characters Bert and Ernie to marry on the show

Archbishop calls for rebuilding of education and parenting after violence

Archbishop of Canterbury says young people must be educated to be good citizens, while Archbishop of York says police must be resourced to do their jobs effectively

New book to mark Songs of Praise's 50th anniversary

The nation’s favourite Sunday afternoon show celebrates its 50th anniversary this year - and a new book has been written about it.