Kids’ author says Jesus is not God Mr Pullman’s new novel is entitled The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ. Philip Pullman book denies Jesus was son of God (telegraph.co.uk, 06 September 2009) Atheist author’s books favoured by Archbishop (29 May 2009) Golden Compass sequels in doubt (22 July 2008) Golden Compass film: whatContinue reading “Kids’ Author says Jesus is not God (http://www.christian.org.uk/news/20090908/kid%E2%80%99s-author-says-jesus-is-not-god/)”
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BBC highlights squeeze on Christian street preachers
BBC highlights squeeze on Christian street preachers There have been several cases where Christian street preachers have encountered problems with the police. Listen to the full programme Christians shouldn’t keep faith private, says Brown (10 August 2009) Gay activist welcomes Lords free speech win (23 July 2009) Lords back free speech shield in ‘gay hate’Continue reading “BBC highlights squeeze on Christian street preachers”
Receptionist takes school to court over prayer row (from www.christian.org.uk)
Receptionist takes school to court over prayer row Archbishop backs mum Jennie Cain (13 February 2009) School receptionist faces sack over prayer request (12 Febryary 2009) HI-RES PICTURES of Mrs Jennie Cain Jennie Cain’s case raised in the House of Commons (Hansard, 12/02/2009) The intolerance towards Christians in the public sector is an affront (DailyContinue reading “Receptionist takes school to court over prayer row (from www.christian.org.uk)”
24-hour drink fuels “massive” crime problem says Cameron (from www.christian.org.uk)
24-hour drink fuels ‘massive’ crime problem says Cameron The Government’s Licensing Act has worsened alcohol related crime and needs “serious changes”, says Conservative leader David Cameron. Tory leader joins police on beat (BBC News online, 18 August 2009) 24-hr drinking blamed as alcohol deaths soar (09 July 2009) Police fail on booze violence, say publicContinue reading “24-hour drink fuels “massive” crime problem says Cameron (from www.christian.org.uk)”
Split parents harm kids into adult life (Christian Institute)
Children whose parents separate are likely to suffer “enduring” problems with their education, mental health and future relationships, a Government-commissioned report reveals. Children whose parents divorce are twice as likely to become divorced themselves as adults, the report says. Girls are often hit by the consequences of their parents’ separation later in life, experiencing moreContinue reading “Split parents harm kids into adult life (Christian Institute)”
Witches: we’ll sue over church club hire refusal
A group of witches is claiming religious discrimination because they could not use buildings belonging to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Shrewsbury. Sandra Davis, High Priestess at the Crystal Cauldron, said she was “appalled” that the Diocese would not let her Pagan group hold their Annual Witches’ Ball in its social club. “My congregation isContinue reading “Witches: we’ll sue over church club hire refusal”
Parents face prosecution over gay lessons protest
Christian and Muslim parents in London who kept their primary school children away from controversial lessons promoting homosexuality could now face legal action by the local council. The lessons – part of LGBT History Month – used books such as King and King, promoted by homosexual rights activists to help teach children about homosexual relationships.Continue reading “Parents face prosecution over gay lessons protest”
Don’t tell children right from wrong, parents told by government
The Government has told parents to discuss sex with their children without “trying to convince them” of what is right and wrong. Should the Government tell parents not to pass on values? The Christian Institute’s Simon Calvert discusses the issue on BBC Three Counties Radio. The advice comes in a new booklet, called Talking toContinue reading “Don’t tell children right from wrong, parents told by government”
Christian carer struck off after Muslim girl converts
A Christian foster carer has been struck off because she allowed a Muslim child in her care to convert to Christianity. The girl, in her late teens, was interested in exploring Christianity before she was placed with the foster carer. But when the girl decided she wanted to be baptised, council officials said her carerContinue reading “Christian carer struck off after Muslim girl converts”
Teacher scolds girl, 5, for talking about Jesus
A five-year-old girl from Devon was left in tears after her teacher reprimanded her for talking about Jesus in class – and her mummy could be facing the sack. The girl’s mother, who works part-time at the school, is being investigated by governors because she emailed friends at church asking them to pray about herContinue reading “Teacher scolds girl, 5, for talking about Jesus”
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