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Church of England Welcomes Johnson's Faith Schools Announcement
The Church of England has welcomed the conclusion of discussions between Alan Johnson and the Catholic Education Service which concluded with the announcement that mandatory quotas for faith schools have been scrapped.
Christian Aid Commissions Famous War Artist to Depict 'Children in Conflict'
A famous war artist was commissioned by Christian Aid to produce a series of paintings that portrays children in conflicts around the world.
Bishop Calls for Protection of the Unborn Child
The Bishop of Paisley has called for human beings to be protected even before birth as the Abortion Act marks its 39th year. The bishop made the comments at a special
Proposals for Faith Schools Quota Abandoned
Proposals to force faith schools across England to accept intake from other faiths and those of no faith have been abandoned, Alan Johnson, the Education Secretary has reported...
Climate Campaigners: Blair Needs to Push More
Only 4 per cent of the nation's population thinks Prime Minister Tony Blair has made effective progress on climate change, despite his claim that Europe must lead the way on conversion to a low carbon economy at last week's EU energy summit.
Leading Methodists to Join March on Climate Change
Little over a week remains until thousands of campaigners gather in London to take part in a march on climate change and leading figures from the Methodist Church will be joining them to make their voices heard
New Church of England Book Challenges Rural Churches
Churches in the countryside should consider setting up farmers' markets and using school buildings after hours to organise café-style events to reach out to rural communities, argues a new book released today by the Church of England.
New Church of England Book Challenges Rural Churches to Fresh Expressions
A new Church of England book is challenging rural churches to maximise the use of their existing church buildings in a bid to boost mission and bring the rural community church.
Leading Methodists to Join March on Climate Change
Leading figures from the Methodist Church will be among the thousands of campaigners from across Britain calling for urgent action on climate change at a major rally in just over one week's time.
Street Pastors toTackle Pubs and Clubs
Street pastors have been recruited to offer advice to young people in Weston-super-Mare's pubs, clubs and on the resort's streets.
Amish Struggle with Forgiveness as Reality of School Killings Sets In
The Amish community which suffered the tragic schoolhouse shooting earlier in the month is taking it day by day to forgive the killer in the face of overwhelming grief.
Prince Charles Plans to Break Tradition with Multi-Faith Coronation
Despite calls from Christian leaders that Prince Charles should be a defender of 'the' faith, reports indicate that the heir to the throne has made it clear he wants to be crowned King in a multi-faith coronation service in a dramatic break with tradition
Care for the Family Launches Course to Help Thousands Out of Debt
A new course has been launched by Care for the Family to help thousands of people caught up in debt to master their financial problems and regain control of their lives again.
Iran Increases Nuclear Enrichment Capabilities
Iran has said it has taken further steps to develop its nuclear programme, stirring concern within the international community.
Award-winning Writer Speaks on Misunderstandings, Chances of Religion and Media
The winner of the John Templeton Prize for "European Religion Writer of the Year 2005" has spoken on the opportunities offered by the media for churches but also the many prevailing misunderstandings.
Faith Leaders Hold 'Inclusive Meeting', Archbishop Resists New School Plan
Following plans for new faith schools in England to admit up to 25 per cent of pupils from other religions, Education Secretary Alan Johnson met with representatives from the UK's major religious groups on Monday for an "inclusion summit".