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Religious adoption agency seeks exemption from Equality Bill

10/03/10. A religious adoption charity has gone to court to seek an exemption from the regulations of the new Equality Bill, which it says would force it to comply with views that it did not believe in.

Parents anger at 'graphic' sex education video

Parents have expressed fury after pupils at a Lincolnshire primary schools were made to watch a graphic cartoon as part of sex education lessons.

Increasing drug use among children

09/03/10. The loss of moral values within society has been further highlighted by new figures which show that the number of children being treated for cocaine addictions has risen sharply.

Civil partnership amendment puts churches 'in danger of getting sued'

07/03/10. Churches will be forced by law to allow civil partnerships to take place and the use religious language during the ceremony, it has been announced.

Interfaith groups help lift ban on Christian poster

Muslim and Sikh groups have come to the defence of a church after it was banned from displaying a Christian poster in a library.

Inter-faith discussions are a learning opportunity

Christians have been urged to take part in cross-faith discussions and use the opportunities to learn from others, it has been reported.

Modern society 'does not value' traditional morals

Archbishops have attacked modern society, branding it "selfish" and claiming that commercial greed is held in higher esteem than traditional values.

Political parties being influenced by Islamic beliefs

Islamic sympathisers have been able to gain access to elected offices in Britain with the aim of promoting Islamic laws and beliefs, it has been claimed.

Bishops condemn family breakdown

A new report is to be published by bishops detailing the breakdown of the importance of family in society and encouraging efforts to promote marriage.

Business leaders should embrace Christian values

04/03/10. Spiritual values are a key component of becoming a business' leader, it has been claimed.

Lord Carey warns of campaign to marginalise Christianity

2/03/10. The former Archbishop of Canterbury, Lord Carey, has warned that Christianity is being sidelined in the UK as never before.

Government plans to half teen pregnancies

03/03/10. New statistics have cast damning aspersions on new government plans to cut the number of teenager pregnancies.

Traditional family values are being eroded

1/03/10. The breakdown of the conventional family unit has been further emphasised by one sociologist who claims many single parents are now making a "lifestyle choice" to rely on state benefits.

Sex education plans spark more debate

26/02/10. Contentious sex education plans were approved by the government yesterday amid calls that they present faith schools with an "incoherent muddle".

Scottish church leader attacks Labour's lack of religious values

The Labour government has received a stinging rebuke from the head of the Roman Catholic Church in Scotland who claims that over the last decade it has ignored religious values.

Moral standards continuing to decline in Britain

The continuing decline of moral standards within British society has been further highlighted by new statistics.

Should civil partnerships be allowed in churches?

A selection of senior bishops have claimed that churches should be given the choice of whether they allow civil partnerships on their premises.

Christian teachers could be penalised through government plans

23/02/10. Christian teachers could be placed in an awkward position if government plans to centralise sex education are passed, it has been claimed.

Young mothers returning to traditional family values

24/02/10. An increasing number of women are shying away from careers and allowing men to be the main breadwinners in families, it has been claimed.

BBC invites the pope to speak on Radio 4

The BBC is in talks with the Vatican concerning the Pope appearing on Thought for the Day, it has been revealed.

CoE encouraging prayer through web-based service

The Church of England continues to embrace the use of technology to spread its Christian message, it has been announced.

Society must embrace Christian values on marriage

19/02/10. The importance of marriage in building a stable and prosperous society cannot be ignored by politicians, it has been claimed.

Christians should help others for Lent

Christians have been challenged to "take something up, rather than give something up", to benefit society and others around them.

Judge defends BA's decision to ban cross

A judge has defended British Airways' (BA) decision to ban a Christian from wearing a religious necklace.

Young Christians plan to vote in forthcoming election

With the forthcoming election imminent, young Christians are expected to boost turnout and cast their votes, it has been claimed.

Deep concern over TV's religious coverage

The Church of England (CoE) has voted to express "deep concern" over the coverage of religion by TV broadcasters in recent years.

Archbishop speaks out against assisted suicide

The Archbishop of Canterbury has made his views clear over the subject of assisted suicide, saying it would be a "moral mistake" if the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) were to legalise it.

Living a Christian life can be a battle!

13/02/10: A Scottish rugby player who made the decision to forgo playing the sport on a Sunday has described adhering to Christian life as a "battle", it has been reported.

CoE risks mass exodus over its plans for female bishops

14/02/10. The Church of England (CoE) risks distancing itself from traditionalists as it vows to go ahead with its plan to create female bishops, it has been reported.

Bishop encourages Christians to look forward

The Bishop of Stafford has offered Christians his views on how he thinks they should live their lives.

Christians embark on a UK tour to promote God's word

A UK-wide tour has been launched to help spread God's word and increase confidence in the church.

More must be done to address gender imbalance in the CoE

The Church of England (CoE) has been called upon to address the issue of women outnumbering men in congregations, it has been announced.

Christians must be visible and approachable

The new Bishop of Portsmouth has claimed that Christians need to be both "visible and approachable".

Ten Myths of Global Warming

12th Feb 2010 -Here are 10 myths of Global warming to make sure you that you don`t get sucked into the Governments morally bankrupt Green agenda.

Valentine's event promotes chastity

A Valentine's event has been set up to encourage young Christians to save sex until marriage.  Thursday 11th Feb 2010

Archbishop of York: Tolerance is removing religion from society

The Archbishop of York has claimed that tolerance is playing a part in removing religion from public life in Britain.

Churches urged to celebrate Valentines Day with themed services

Churches across the UK are being encouraged to celebrate Valentines Day with a love-themed service this year.

Single Christians must not be caught up in our sex-saturated society

The church must help support young single Christians maintain their purity, according to one minister.

Christian campaigners successfully protest against affair website

A Christian group has succeeded in forcing an extramarital affair website to drop its controversial advertising campaign.

Child wellbeing will 'directly impact' social development

Children who grow up with a good stable family are more likely to create that environment for themselves when they get older, it has been claimed.

Ex-Beatle Ringo says religion is the 'most important aspect of his life'

Ringo Starr has said that Christian beliefs have helped the ex-member of the Beatles overcome past difficulties.

Public opinion on sex and drugs is changing

The ways in which cannabis and sex are viewed by society has changed, according to a survey.

Gap 'must be closed' between rich and poor

A Christian charity has called upon politicians to make closing the widening gap between rich and poor a priority.

New survey highlights UK binge drinking problem

A new survey released by the NHS Information Centre has prompted a warning over the damage of underage binge drinking.

New curriculum will teach young people to deal with pressure of sex

An updated curriculum that will teach young people to cope with the pressure of having sex too early will help delay this process, one expert has said.

Cover up as MMR scare doctor is accused of 'acting unethically'

The doctor who first suggested a link between MMR vaccinations and autism acted unethically, the official medical regulator has found.

Reforms needed to encourage men to attend church

A Christian charity has suggested reforms to try to get more men to attend church services, it has been reported.

Pope encourages the clergy to make use of digital technology

The Pope has urged priests to make use of new technology to spread their message to other religions and cultures.

Ten Commandments are 'key to better society'

If we all lived according to the Ten Commandments we would have a better, more orderly society, it has been argued.

Church of England sees further decline in attendance

The Church of England has released figures that show year-on-year attendances are declining.

Religion and science come together to aid young people

A project that helps young people to make up their own minds about the relationship between science and faith has been backed by Christian charity Youth for Christ.

Britain still without a female bishop after voting against Rev Alison Peden

Britain is still without its first female bishop after the Scottish Episcopal Church voted against electing Reverend Alison Peden to the position.

Religious programming is surrendering to 'celebrity culture'

Religious broadcasting in the UK is increasingly bowing to celebrity culture, a critic has claimed.

MP speaks up about the stigma surrounding Christianity

A Conservative MP has joined the growing list of public figures who are speaking out against the "stigma" that surrounds Christianity.

Loan sharks 'costing Britons dearly'

Illegal lending is rife in the UK, with more than 100,000 households having borrowed from loan sharks over the Christmas period.

Housing costs delaying family life, study shows

The high cost of housing is putting many people off starting a family, a study has shown.

Cameron: Teens could be taught to say 'no' to sex

David Cameron has pledged to change the school curriculum so young people are given lessons on how to say 'no' to sex.

Churches to educate individuals on financial matters

Hundreds of local churches will host new debt management courses to help people manage their finances.

Ban on sunbeds could benefit teens' health

A proposed ban on sunbeds for under 18s could have a positive effect on teenagers' wellbeing, according to a health expert.

School lunch fails the nutrition standard

School meals represent a good value healthy option when it comes to a healthy lunch, it has been argued.

Importance of family 'should be taught at school'

Children should be given relationship education at school, according to one expert.

Faith advisors will 'bridge gap' between government and religion

New faith advisors appointed by the government will promote a closer relationship with faith communities, it has been claimed.

Schools opt out of Christian assemblies

Hundreds of schools have opted to replace Christian assemblies with Islamic or 'multi-faith' ones.

Parents put work ahead of family

Family doesn't come first for 21 per cent of people who claim that spending time with their children is not number one on their list of priorities.

Christians must 'toughen up'

Christians need to "toughen up" and be more "outspoken in defence of their beliefs," according to the former Archbishop of Canterbury.

Scientist speaks out against global warming

Many people are getting extremely angry at the Governments instance that we are somehow creating Global warming.

Youngsters 'need skills to cope with unemployment'

Young Britons need to be equipped with the skills to deal with the mental health problems that may be caused by unemployment.

Religion can play a role in public life, says Gordon Brown

Christianity has a role to play in politics, with important lessons to be taken from the gospel, Gordon Brown has stated.

Women 'finding it easier' to balance work and home

Companies across the world are making it easier for women to balance family with a career, it has been observed.

Children 'need to learn about money issues'

Youngsters should be given information about financial issues early, an expert has argued.

Parenting classes for 14-year-olds could provoke teenage pregnancy

A government initiative that would see 14-year-olds receive parenting lessons has been rejected by campaigners.

Christian car dealer to close on Sundays

The boss of a major Scottish car dealer has announced that his showrooms will no longer be open on Sundays.

Christian values to make a come back in the new year

Christian values appear to be becoming more important to Britons, as research has shown attitudes towards helping those in need to be changing.

Church of England weighs in on product placement debate

The Church of England has spoken out on the issue of product placement in British television shows.

Ten reasons to leave the EU

Daniel Hannan is a writer and journalist, and has been Conservative MEP for South East England since 1999, but believes that the EU is making its constituent nations poorer, less democratic and less free.

Sunday trading rules 'are not respectful to Christian heritage'

Campaigners are urging the government not to relax Sunday trading rules, in order to maintain respect for the UK's Christian heritage.

Muhammad or Jesus?

For Islam to be a religion, Muhammad must be a prophet of God. The message of Muhammad as recorded in the Koran is the foundation of Islam. This is seen in the confession to be a Muslim. This is called the Sha-hadatain.

British families will

Families could come under severe economic pressure in the second half of 2010, an expert has warned.

'Extra strain' on relationships over the Christmas period

Christmas is a time that traditionally puts strain on relationships and that is particularly the case during a recession, an expert has noted.

Cooking with kids 'makes them more interested' in healthy food

Parents have been advised to spend time cooking with children, getting them more involved with their own food.

Christian beliefs have helped Susan Boyle overcome a tumultuous year

Christian beliefs have helped Susan Boyle overcome a tumultuous year.

UK financial education is

The "terrible" state of financial education in the UK has left many people with little idea of how to manage their money, according to one expert.

Consumers advised to avoid New Year debt nightmare

A charity has advised consumers in the UK to avoid spending too much money over the Christmas period and thus entering a debt nightmare in the new year.

Christmas 'can be hardest time of year for singles'

While Christmas is often seen as a joyous time, there are those for whom this is not the case.

Christinanity 'still prioritised' at Christmas

Fears that the true meaning of Christmas is being forgotten may be exaggerated, as research has shown that many people still consider religion to be important.

Charity welcomes child protection measures

Recommendations to improve the vetting and barring scheme, which is designed to protect children and vulnerable adults, have been welcomed by a charity.

Debt problems 'continue to rise' as Christmas approaches

More people than ever before could be struggling with debt problems this Christmas, according to one expert.

David Cameron should stop talking about marriage

David Cameron has been urged by members of his own party to stop talking about marriage.

Christian rugby star Euan Murray won't play on Sundays

Scottish rugby player Euan Murray has decided that he will no longer be playing on Sundays.

Fathers 'missing out on quality time' as work pressures mount

The Christmas holidays are the only time many fathers in the UK feel they will be able to spend quality time with their families, research has found.

Woman resigns over offensive email

The danger of sending offensive emails at work has been highlighted by the resignation of one trainee at an accountancy firm in London.

US Christians strike porn industry with prayer and fasting

Christians launched a spiritual “strike” against one of the most well-known symbols of the sex industry.

Figures reveal extent of repeat abortions among UK women

Over 5,000 UK women aged under 20 had an abortion for at least the second time during 2008, according to new government statistics.

Spending on children 'to put families under pressure this Christmas'

Families are likely to be placed under financial pressure this Christmas due to the cost of keeping children entertained.

Alcohol 'should carry health warnings'

Warnings similar to those found on cigarette packets should be included on alcohol packaging, one body has argued.

Simple changes 'can help to cut stress levels'

Making simple lifestyle alterations such as adjusting a diet or doing more exercise can help cut stress, one expert has stated.

Britons 'opting for homemade gifts this Christmas'

The majority of Britons are looking to cut back on their spending this Christmas by making their own gifts.

Decline seen in the number of children living with married parents

The number of children living with married parents has decreased over the past 12 years, according to government data.

The day we lost our sovereignty

December the 1st was a very sad day for Britain, because this was the day when we lost control over our county and our sovereignty.

Over-the-counter teeth treatments 'can be dangerous'

People who opt to use teeth whitening kits that are available over the counter may be doing more harm than good.

Women 'putting families before savings'

Nearly one in four women are putting their faith in families ahead of saving by reducing or stopping their pension contributions once they have children, new research has revealed.

A family Christmas 'need not be stressful'

Parents need to try to remain relaxed in order to avoid the family arguments that Christmas can bring, an expert has stated.

View of sex before marriage 'has changed'

The attitude of Britons towards sex before marriage has shifted significantly, even in the last ten years.

Council back track on taking Jesus out of Christmas

Christians in Scotland have scored a victory after one local authority reversed its decision to remove references to Christmas when switching on its festive light.

Bitter blow for consumers over Bank charges ruling

The Supreme Court's ruling in a case between banks and the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has been described as a "bitter blow" for consumers.

Mayor in controversial call for death penalty

Capital punishment should be reintroduced in the UK, according to the mayor of Doncaster.

Faith schools 'are not divisive'

The argument that faith schools are divisive and contribute to segregation has been disproven, according to one expert.

Belief in global warming declining, study shows

Americans are becoming increasingly sceptical over whether or not global warming is actually taking place.

Christmas parties 'going ahead' for many workers in the recession

The annual problems that Christmas parties can cause look set to continue, as research has shown that many office events are going ahead in the recession.

Drinking during pregnancy 'increases risk of behavioural problems'

Mothers who drink during pregnancy are putting their kids at risk of developing behavioural problems.

Clueless parents need to encourage kids to exercise'

Many parents are clueless about the amount of activity their kids need to do to stay healthy, research has indicated.

British society 'is marginalising the meaning of Christmas'

Christians need to stand up for their faith as British society is attempting to suppress the rights of believers.

Women in abusive relationships 'need support'

Support is essential if women are to be able to get out of abusive relationships, it has been asserted.

Christian Preaching in Some Areas of UK Considered a Hate Crime By Police

A police community support officer ordered two Christian preachers to stop handing out gospel leaflets in a predominantly Muslim area of Birmingham.

Web becoming more important for Christian singles?

Christian singles could be relying on the internet to meet new people, as an expert has highlighted the growing importance of the web as a social tool.

Outrageous

Figures revealing the extent of the bullying problem facing British children have been described as "outrageous".

Church offers Christmas spending advice

The financial pressure that comes with Christmas does not necessarily mean having to get into debt, the Church of England (CofE) has said.

Jordan abandons kids to return to the jungle

Katie Price has embarked on her latest attempt to attract publicity by returning to the Australian jungle, leaving her three kids behind.

Outrage as neglectful mother walks free

A woman who left her four young children at home while she went on a 24-hour binge drinking session has escaped a prison term.

Plastic surgery 'can't solve all problems'

People considering having plastic surgery have been told by one expert that medical procedures of this kind are not always the answer.

Dundee removes Christmas references from lights ceremony

Concern has been expressed over plans for Christmas lights in Dundee this year, with the local authority intending to remove all reference to the Christian holiday.

Youngsters facing torment at hands of cyberbullies

Advances in technology are creating new problems for youngsters, as cyberbullying is on the rise in the home and at School.

Ed Balls enforcing anti-Christian values on faith schools

The government has announced controversial plans to make sex education classes compulsory for all 15-year-olds.

Scots back assisted suicide law, poll finds

People in Scotland are overwhelmingly in favour of allowing assisted suicide, a poll has shown.

Youngsters 'need child abuse education'

Youngsters need to be better educated about child abuse so that they are more able to protect themselves.

BBC boss Thompson 'encourages' comedians to be controversial

The director general of the BBC has told a number of the channel's biggest comedy stars that they should not be afraid of making risque comments.

Christian singles 'can struggle to find each other'

The difficulty Christian singles can have in finding people who hold similar views has been highlighted by one expert.

Airbrushed celebs 'are misleading young girls'

Pictures of airbrushed celebrities in magazines are taking a psychological toll on young women, researchers have found.

Tough love best for kids, study shows

Parents hoping to raise children with Christian values could benefit from a 'tough love' strategy.

Parents advised to talk with kids about sex

Parents have been urged to talk to their children about sex in order to reduce teenage pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections.

Woman questioned by police over Christian viewpoint

Police have been criticised over a decision to question a woman over the expression of her Christian views.

Secularism 'is creating population crisis'

The rise of secularism and the selfishness associated with it is leading to a decline in population levels, it has been argued.

Abortion 'increases risk of mental illness'

The argument that women should be allowed to have abortions where there is a risk of mental health problems being developed has been called into question by new research.

Expert warns of crash dieting danger

Schools should play a role in encouraging healthy eating in order to avoid disorders later in life.

Halloween has been condemned as anti-Christian by the Vatican.

An article in official newspaper L'Osservatore Romano described the traditions of dressing up as ghosts and ghouls as having an "undercurrent of occultism".

Outrage at play's depiction of Jesus

The portrayal of Jesus as a transsexual in a new play has provoked outrage from Christians.

British struggling with debt, study shows

The need for help and support among Britons struggling to cope with finances could be set to increase, as research has found that debt is the biggest worry for consumers.

Christian registrar appeals over same-sex ceremony case

A Christian woman who would not carry out same-sex ceremonies in her role as a registrar is taking her case to the Court of Appeal.

British want plastic surgery for Christmas!

A trend for Britons to be unhappy with the way God made them appears to be emerging, as a survey has shown many people would like to undergo plastic surgery.

Daughters should be aware of value of 'who they are'

Parents have an important role to play in ensuring girls do not develop eating disorders.

Extra costs of school break revealed

Parents in financial difficulty could be set to add to it this week, as research has revealed the extent of extra spending likely to take place during the half-term break.

Concern expressed over the costs of Christmas

Concern has been expressed over the ability of many people to afford the costs of Christmas.

Fathers 'need more opportunities' for flexible work

Flexible working needs to be more widely implemented in order for fathers to feel more confident about taking it.

Reading 'an ideal way' to spend quality time with kids

Parents who wish to spend quality time with their children should consider picking up a book, it has been suggested.

'More to be done' about teenage pregnancies

Efforts to educate young people about the problems caused by teenage sex need to be stepped up, it has been suggested.

Financial stress leads to health problems

Financial stress is among the main reasons for people struggling to achieve the right balance in their lives, research has indicated.

Churches against BNP leader's BBC appearance

Birmingham church leaders have criticised the BBC over its decision to invite the British National Party (BNP) leader to appear on one of its programmes.

Kids with eating disorders 'need support'

Greater support is needed for young people in the UK with eating disorders, it has been suggested.

Denise goes to court over Christian remarks

A woman who lost her job for expressing her Christian views on homosexuality is taking her former employer to court.

UK unemployment continues to rise

Support from Christian friends and churches could be all the more important for Britons, as unemployment has risen again.

Major risks with cosmetic surgery

Those who choose to undergo cosmetic surgery because they are not satisfied with the way they look could be putting themselves at risk.

Is Global Warming a scam?

Gordon Brown uses scare tactics about climate change, but  the official position of the World Natural Health Organization in regards to global warming is that there is no Global warming.

UK returning to Christian values?

Christian views and values could be set to become more important, as research has shown that Britons believe society has changed for the worse.

Anger over sex clinic plan for schools

Church leaders have reacted angrily to news that sex clinics are to be set up in Scotland's schools.

Sue Johnston: I'm happy with how I look

Sue Johnston is content with how she looks as she gets older, with no desire to undergo plastic surgery.

Poor and vulnerable people 'must come first'

Political parties have been urged to ensure the poor and vulnerable members of society are prioritised.

Same sex couples names to appear on birth certificates

New rules allowing same-sex couples undergoing fertility treatment to name both partners on the child's birth certificate came into force.

Christian registrar demoted over Gay Marriages

A Christian registrar has been demoted to receptionist after she refused to preside over gay 'marriages'.

EU can arrest us for what we might do!

Is this end times stuff? Radical Think Tank Open Europe has this week exposed a study by the EU that could lead to the creation of a massive cross-Europe database

Helen resigns over her cross

Helen Slatter, 43, was told by Gloucestershire Royal Hospital that the gold necklace could "harbour and spread infections" or even be used as weapon.

Partners of lesbian mothers get paternity leave

Both women in lesbian couples with children should be given compulsory paternity and maternity leave, under proposals tabled in the European Parliament.

Magistrate loses gay adoption appeal

A Christian magistrate who felt forced to resign because he opposes adoption by gay couples has lost his appeal but vows to fight on.