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Ecumenical mass marks anniversary of Chile mine collapse
An ecumenical mass is taking place today to mark one year since a mine collapsed in Chile, trapping 33 men 700m below ground.
Church must recover its confidence in the Gospel
The church in the West doesnât hold the authority that it once did but the church has historically done just as well when it was in a position of weakness, says Richard Tiplady.
Pope's limousine up for auction
Fancy a car that's a bit different from your neighbour's? Then you might want to consider a slick black limousine that was once used to drive Pope Paul VI and legendary astronauts.
Churches face crackdown in Uzbekistan
The Slavic Gospel Association (SGA) is asking for prayer for Christians in Uzbekistan.
Sir Cliff encourages summer holiday Bible reading
Veteran singer Sir Cliff Richard is lending his support to a campaign to get churchgoers reading their favourite Bible chapter out loud during their summer vacation.
Christians support life in capital punishment debate
Elizabeth Hunter, Director of Theos think tank, has raised several objections to the reintroduction of capital punishment
Laughing at life
For Mark Greenwood, comedy isn't just a way of making people laugh, it's also a way of introducing them to the Gospel
Pressure on US to hold Pakistan to account on religious freedom
US told to make greater respect for religious freedom and related rights an integral issue in its relationship with Pakistan
Hillsong makes learning its songs easier
Hillsong launches YouTube training initiative and "work tapes" to help musicians learn the tracks from its hit new album, God is Able
Christian midwife sues over right to wear trousers
A Christian nurse with a strict interpretation of Old Testament rules on dressing is suing a hospital for making her wear trousers.
Ram Gidoomal is Traidcraft's new Chair
Fairtrade company Traidcraft has appointed international entrepreneur and philanthropist Ram Gidoomal as its new Chair.
Iraqi Christians determined to stay despite church attacks
Attack outside a Syrian Catholic Church in Kirkuk wounds at least 23 people
2,000 Christian youths in Germany for TeenStreet
Young Christians from as far away as the Faroe Islands have travelled to Germany for a week of study and training at TeenStreet.
New iPad-optimised app from Skype
Skype has just launched a new app for the iPad, allowing iPad users to make a Skype video call on their tablet device.
Senior China house church leader sent to labour camp
The Deputy Chairman of the Chinese House Church Alliance has been sentenced to two years in a labour camp.
Camera shy? Five tips for a great pic
Most women dread the camera coming out on holiday, but with these tips you can be confident of the perfect holiday snap