Articles
Thursday, 16 May 2013 16:59
Iran: Christians returned to jail
An Iranian high court has upheld the prison sentences of four Christians for converting to the faith from Islam. The decision means Pastor Farhad Sabokrooh, of the Iranian Assemblies of God, his wife Shahnaz Jayzan, and…
Monday, 13 May 2013 17:00
Latest C of E figures "heartening" says bishop
Statistics released by the Church of England show an increase in the number of young people attending weekly church services in addition to a rise in adult and child baptisms. The number of people attending Christmas…
Monday, 13 May 2013 16:58
Is your church as welcoming as you think?
The Methodist Church in Britain wants to develop a "culture of welcome" in local churches with the launch of a new online resource. The free online resource - First Impressions Count - is a workshop designed…
Monday, 13 May 2013 16:56
Hospital staffing levels unsafe, senior nurses warn
Staffing levels on hospital wards across England are unsafe and could put patient’s lives at risk, a group of senior nurses has warned. Wards across the country often have just one registered nurse looking after eight…
Monday, 13 May 2013 16:55
Critics pan barrister’s call to lower age of consent to 13
Critics have hit out at a barrister who called for the age of consent to be lowered to 13, saying her comments were “foolish” and “despicable”. Barrister Barbara Hewson said a change in the law would…
Thursday, 09 May 2013 21:30
Welsh Revival 2013
‘On Saturday night, once again, 15 people cried out to Jesus to save them. People are not just praying a sinner's prayer but are so moved by the Holy Spirit that they realise their need before…