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Tom Cruise - Mission: Franciscan?

Hollywood favourite Tom Cruise has hit the headlines again, after his impending divorce brought his membership of the controversial Church of Scientology back into public view. But few realise that before choosing Scientology, Cruise considered a Franciscan vocation.

July 9th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

Asian Dub Foundation join Greenbelt lineup

Greenbelt, the premier Christian arts festival, has announced some late additions to its line up, including the critically acclaimed Asian Dub Foundation.

July 6th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

Nessie is cited - but not sighted

The legendary Scottish monster Nessie is at the centre of controversy, after it emerged that some Christians believe she disproves evolutionary theory.

July 5th, 2012 - Posted & Written by

On a mission from God: Rome and The Blues Brothers

‘We’re on a mission from God’ the classic line from the cult 1980s film ‘The Blues Brothers’ has found favour in an unlikely place – the Vatican.

July 3rd, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

The other man's grass...

For anyone who thought they were doing well bringing a live Donkey into a nativity play, York Minster has upped the ‘nature’ ante – by carpeting the nave in real grass for a special service.

July 2nd, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

Dutch Back Christian Rival to 50 Shades of Grey

As 50 Shades of Grey hits record breaking figures again this week, many Christians have expressed strong feelings against the book. But now one Dutch publisher thinks it's found an alternative from the Christian genre that's just as edgy.

June 29th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Aaron Lewendon

Playstation worship - church embraces gaming

A Cathedral Canon who introduced a video game into liturgical worship, says that Playstations are to the church of today, what Pipe Organs were to the Christians of the Middle Ages.

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

Olympic champ Ohuruogu runs on faith

It will be a case of going “back to her roots” for Christine Ohuruogu this summer when the 400m champ takes part in her third Olympics. And roots are what she has had to draw heavily upon over a traumatic few years, which saw her rely on her faith to sustain her through a series of set-backs.

June 26th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Hefin Rhys Jones

Has health and safety gone batty?

Health and safety fears over a colony of bats, have turned a North Yorkshire congregation into an endangered species.

June 25th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

Christians honoured by The Queen

Becoming an Officer or Commander of The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire is quite an achievement.

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

20,000 Worshippers Can't Be Wrong

The 2012 Big Church Day Out was the biggest yet, 20,000 people gathered to join with some of the world's best loved Christian bands and artists, worshipping together as one. At times the rain poured down but nothing could dampen the spirit of celebration.

June 8th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Sam Hailes

Jubilee 'Diamond Geezer' campaign takes off

To celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, the Bible Society is running an innovative campaign encouraging people to write and thank someone who has made a difference in their life.

June 1st, 2012 - Posted & Written by Ian Matthews

Messy Church marks Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Groundbreaking children's ministry Messy Church have launched a special pack for churches to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee this year.

June 1st, 2012 - Posted & Written by Riyaza Rodriguez

Grace for the Diamond Jubilee Lunch published

Millions of people around the Commonwealth are expected to participate in 'Big Jubilee Lunches' on the 3rd of June as part of The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Year Celebrations. The specially written Grace that is to be said at the start of each of these lunches was published today, Commonwealth Day.

June 1st, 2012 - Posted & Written by Claire Musters

Does Catholic dubstep have the X Factor?

The Catholic church has turned to dubstep in an effort to win the hearts and minds of the young, and found itself going head to head with Popstar Cheryl Cole.

May 28th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

Does God like Goths?

It’s World Goth Day – but since they are obsessed with death, always wearing black, and fond of occult imagery, what on earth is the Church supposed to do with Goths?

May 22nd, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

N.T. Wright as you've never heard him before

Bishop Tom Wright is a man of many accomplishments, the author of many books and now holder of a prestigious academic post, and even a leftfield contender for Archbishop of Canterbury. But can he sing?

May 21st, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

Drogba credits God for Champ's League triumph

Once again Didier Drogba delivered when it mattered most - his dramatic 88th minute equalizer giving the Blues a dramatic lifeline and then his cool penalty sealing Chelsea’s first ever Champions League title, as they beat German giants Bayern Munich in a cliffhanger in Munich.

May 21st, 2012 - Posted & Written by Hefin Rhys Jones

The Jesus Deck - Bible cards are New Age hit

A 1970s Bible study card game has become such a popular draw at New Age Fairs, that church workers have had to order a reprint.

May 17th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

God loves a trier?

After having been sent off in Sunday’s dramatic title decider against Manchester City which saw City snatch two late goals to win their first title for 44 years, controversial QPR skipper Joey Barton managed to bring God into things.

May 16th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Hefin Rhys Jones