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Charity commends Primark for dropping padded bikini for children
The Childrenâs Society has welcomed the decision by Primark to remove a padded bikini range aimed at young girls from its high street stores.
Christian school receptionist settles discrimination case out of court
A Christian school receptionist suing her employers for religious discrimination has reached an out of court settlement with the school and local authority.
China quake survivors in need of shelter and medicine
Catholic aid agency Caritas says survivors of a deadly earthquake in western China are in need of shelter and medical supplies.
Christian conscience declaration clocks up 20,000 signatories
A declaration urging Christians to vote in line with their conscience and beliefs in the general election has racked up more than 20,000 signatories in less than 10 days.
Party leaders speak up in support of faith groups
The leaders of the three main parties have all expressed their support for the greater involvement of faith groups in the public arena.
Wanted: Prison patrons to help create a more effective justice system
Changing Tunes, the charity that works to reduce reoffending through music, is looking to appoint a prison patron for every prison in which they work.
X Factor finalist says God put his life in perspective
X Factor finalist, Rhydian Roberts, has told Premier Christian Radio's Battle & Taylor show that Jesus Christ Superstar was integral to his conversion.
Methodist charity celebrates accolades for partners
The Methodist Relief and Development Fund (MRDF) is celebrating as two of its overseas partners were honoured for their outstanding work.
Joyce Meyer joins critics of Uganda's Anti-Homosexuality Bill
Charismatic preacher Joyce Meyer has spoken out against Ugandaâs highly contentious Anti-Homosexuality Bill.
Jennifer Knapp confirms sexuality ahead of album release
Award-winning Christian music artist Jennifer Knapp has returned from a seven-year hiatus with a bang.
Needs of Afghan people must not be forgotten, says Christian Aid
Christian Aid has called on the international community to keep its focus on the needs of the Afghan people after weeks of rancour between the US and Afghanistan.
Andrew Palau to preach to failed asylum seekers at Gatwick
Andrew Palau, son of renowned international evangelist Luis Palau, is set to preach to as many as 50 men, all failed asylum seekers, at Gatwickâs Tinsley House immigration removal centre on Sunday.
TEC shows no sign of turning back
The Episcopal Diocese of Utah has chosen four priests to stand for election as its next bishop, including an openly gay canon from the Episcopal Diocese of California.
Bishop condemns bomb attack on army base
The Bishop of Down and Dromore says the bomb attack on a British army base in Northern Ireland will not derail the peace process.