Peterborough goalies don gloves in support of leprosy sufferers
Peterborough United goalkeepers Joe Lewis and James McKeown joined with children from five local primary schools last week to show their support for World Leprosy Week next week..
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Evolution Disclaimer Proposed for Miss. Textbooks
A Mississippi lawmaker has introduced a bill that would require textbooks to include a disclaimer describing evolution as a \"controversial theory\" and advising students to keep an \"open mind\" to other explanations for the origin of life.
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Torch Trust to hold first all-braille service
The Torch Trust for the Blind is to hold the first ever all-braille church service to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of the man who invented the most effective method by which blind people could read and write, Louis Braille.
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John Piper: Economic Downturn Not Necessarily Bad for Souls
One of the most influential evangelical authors is encouraging Americans not to complain or get angry at God during these bleak economic times.
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Study: Spirituality, Not Religious Practice, Makes Children Happier
Children who are more spiritual tend to be happier, according to a recently published study.
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Don Moen Company Acquires 3 New Christian Websites
The new entrepreneurial venture of award-winning Christian recording artist Don Moen has purchased three leading websites, according to a recent announcement.
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Testimonial: Mercy trip changed my perspectives
"My time in Liberia has made me appreciate the blessings we enjoy in Australia, and has changed my perspective on how we can use that blessing to help others."
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Volunteers the unsung heroes in mission
Well-Being Australia chairman Mark Tronson, a Baptist minister of 31 years and cricket chaplain, says he is delighted that Federal backbencher and former treasurer Peter Costello has highlighted the role of volunteers.
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A Tribute to Bev Armson (1937-2008) – the quiet achiever
A Memorial Service was held in the Garden City Christian Church, Mt Gravatt, Brisbane for Beverley ("Bev") Maude Russell Armson, Thursday, 8th January, 2009 - on her 72nd birthday. Bev Armson passed away "on her Lord's birthday, 25th December, 2008." She was known by missions around the world as someone who quietly, but with determination, got a job done!
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World Cup Soccer Ministry, 2010 South Africa
Reverend David Smethurst has returned from South Africa having met with the 2010 World Cup of Soccer organisers to establish a Christian ministry for athletes.
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New Evangelical Alliance leader brings fresh hope
The new General Director of the Evangelical Alliance has spoken of the "wonderful opportunities" for spreading the Gospel in the UK.
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Group Lists Top Ten Christian Bashing Moments in America
An organization that works to advance religious liberty for Christians released its Top Ten list of the \"most egregious acts of Christian Bashing in America\" in 2008.