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Political Hot Potatoes + Christian Action =

What happens when you combine some of the UK's toughest and most controversial political issues with courageous Christian campaigning?

November 23rd, 2012 - Posted & Written by Sam Hailes

Brethren Church denied Charitable status

A Brethren church has been denied charitable status, in a move which some claim could lead other Christian groups into difficulties.

September 4th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

London Riots: One year on

Millions around the world watched on television as young Londoners took to the streets in fury. The shooting of Mark Duggen by police sparked widespread riots during August 2011.

August 3rd, 2012 - Posted & Written by Sam Hailes

Gourmet lunch at High Down Prison

Book launches and prisons don’t usually go together but perhaps yesterday’s event at High Down Prison was the exception that proves the rule?

June 27th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Sam Hailes

From Hells Angels to Dartmoor to Christ

When I asked Brian Greenaway what would have happened if he hadn’t become a Christian he lets out a deep sigh.

June 25th, 2012 - Posted & Written by The Editor

Whether the Crusades, the American use of the nuclear bomb or modern day terrorism is being discussed, Christian views on war and conflict are divided. How should we approach the subject and what did Jesus believe?

June 21st, 2012 - Posted & Written by Sam Hailes

Faith Under Fire: Vicar of Baghdad

As the vicar of the only Anglican church in Baghdad, Iraq Canon Andrew White lives under constant threat. In this exclusive interview, we talk to the Canon about baptising people in Saddam Hussein's old palace, religious persecution, and Andrew's multiple sclerosis.

June 20th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Sam Hailes

Making a change in our local communities

Pioneering social change across the UK ROC is a success story for the church.. Manchester didn’t know what had hit it. It was the biggest community event to ever hit the city. 5,000 Christians from across the UK and beyond united to take part in over 300 social action projects.

April 30th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Sam Hailes

Churches demand an end to tax avoidance

Church leaders have joined together to make a budget day call on Chancellor George Osborne to act on tax avoidance.

March 20th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Riyaza Rodriguez

'Free jailed mum of five' - Church speaks out

The Church of Scotland is backing the campaign to secure the release of Asia Bibi, a Christian woman imprisoned under Pakistan’s Blasphemy Law.

March 12th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

Church of Scotland steps in to save charity

The Church of Scotland has stepped in to safeguard the future of homeless charity Borderline, which helps Scots in London. Through their mediation with the Scottish government, the Church has secured an annual government grant until 2015 that will allow the charity to continue to operate.

March 7th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Riyaza Rodriguez

UK is laughing stock - Cult expert warns

The founder of a charity which provides information about cults has warned that the UK is the 'laughing stock of Europe' when it comes to dealing with brainwashing groups.

March 5th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

Christian Aid back call to end Tax haven

A call from the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) to end the siphoning of the profits of big business away from the poor and into off shore tax havens – has been welcomed by Christian Aid.

February 27th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross