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Church Calls for Proper Investigation After News of the World Fallout
As News of the World bid the nation “Thank you and goodbye” with its last ever edition Sunday, the Church of England has called upon its owner, News Corp, to undertake a proper investigation into phone hacking allegations.
Anglican Bishop Blasts West's Reticence on Christian Persecution
An Anglican bishop in the Church of England has criticized the West’s reticence on violence against Christians and other minority communities in the Middle East, South Asia and other parts of the world.
Chris Tomlin, David Crowder Band Join EMI's Japan Auction
EMI Christian Music Group's Chris Tomlin, David Crowder Band, Audrey Assad and Josh Wilson are among the artists joining the label's biggest stars, including The Beatles and Katy Perry, in donating exclusive personal items and memorabilia to the EMI family's charity auction for Japan earthquake and tsunami victims.
5 Iranian Christians to Face Trial for Blasphemy
Five Christians charged with blasphemy are to stand trial in a lower court in Iran. They are due to appear before the court in two weeks.
Susan Boyle Gives Up Treats, Donates Money for Lent
Singer Susan Boyle is among the Scottish stars giving up their favorite treats to raise money for impoverished communities around the world.
Atheist Scholar Hosts BBC's New Bible Series
The BBC has chosen an atheist Hebrew scholar as the presenter of its new series on the Bible.
Mandisa Connects New Single 'Stronger' with 100 lb. Weight Loss
Grammy nominee and former American Idol contestant Mandisa has two things to celebrate - reaching her goal of shedding 100 pounds and the forthcoming release of her third recording, What If We Were Real.
Minister Optimistic about South Sudan's Future
In January, more than 99 per cent of Southern Sudanese voted for their independence from the North. Now the task of nation-building begins in earnest but despite the difficulties ahead, World Council of Churches' Central Committee member and church minister the Rev. James Lagos Alexander is nothing but optimistic.
Coptic Leaders Express Optimism about Egypt's Future
Leaders of Egypt's Coptic Church have spoken positively about the prospects for the country following the downfall of President Hosni Mubarak.
Christians Urged to 'Light Up' for Poverty
Hundreds of thousands of Christians are being invited to \"light up\" beacons of hope for the world's impoverished communities through a week of prayer.