Christian leaders and scientists have hit back against Stephen Hawking’s claims in his new book that science renders God unnecessary in the creation of the universe. While Professor Hawking previously said that a creator God was not incompatible with science, his new book, The Grand Design, argues that the Big Bang was an inevitable consequence of the laws of physics.

Micah Challenge is asking UK Christians not to forget the problems of others in the shadow of the budget, with a new call to action called What's Your Promise? As the UK Government announces an emergency budget billed as one that will save Britain from being changed by debt for generations, Micah Challenge UK says it wants to remind us that there are things of greater significance still. Micah Challenge UK Director Andy Clasper says: "In trying to solve our own financial problems, it's imperative that our MPs also remember those who are in desperate need across the world.

A unique opportunity to improve your preaching as the world renowned Michael Quicke, author of 360 Degree Preaching and 360 Degree Leadership makes a rare visit to the UK. Enjoy a day in an Oxford University college and a chance to sharpen your skills with other preachers.

Christians are responding passionately to the Oxford University evolutionary biologist, Richard Dawkins, who is making headlines this week concerning his part in a debate called ‘Faith Schools Menace?' The debate puts the faith school curriculum under fire in the public arena as the biologist is reported by a major newspaper to argue that religious schools are encouraging social segregation.

Black church leaders in partnership with the Evangelical Alliance and Churches Together in England (CTE) are supporting a call being made by the Churches Child Protection Advisory Service (CCPAS) to Government requesting ministers of religion be included in the list of individuals who must register with the Independent Safeguard Authority (ISA.) The group also plans to re-affirm the need for all pastors to undergo safeguarding training and for all churches to have child protection procedures.