"Banning hot cross buns, Slate says Rick Warren does a subtle violence to the rigors of belief, and other stories from online sources around the world"

"Now that the bombs are falling, we'll need to repair Iraq—and our nation's moral standing"

"PCUSA court criticizes leader but dismisses charges, and other stories from online sources around the world"

"PCUSA top court tries its top officials, and other stories from online sources around the world"

"Recent comments about Christians as jurists, coworkers as families, and Jesus as a terrorist"

Any person can stand outside the church and critique its obedience to the gospel

The author of Making Peace: A Guide to Overcoming Church Conflict says the early church was also full of problems.

"They are pushing for health care, free education, and an improved economy"

Oscar-nominated film is causing positive and negative ripples in the press and in relief agencies

How should we respond in a psychological age?

Palestinian bishop fears current hostilities could continue a trend that sees Christians forced out of the area altogether.

Willard and Spider suffer for the sake of their moms. Plus: A dangerous fugitive becomes The Hunted ; a girl plays sports (gasp!) in Bend It Like Beckham ; and Agent Cody Banks gets too sexy.

"Regardless of their positions on Iraq, Christians have much they can do"

"If the Holy Spirit is in us, why can't we love one another?"

Quotations to stir the heart and mind

Things are changing for China's church

"The world's biggest rock star tours the heartland, talking more openly about his faith as he recruits Christians in the fight against AIDS in Africa."

Canadian high court orders school board to reconsider pro-gay books

Forget 'quiet diplomacy'—it doesn't work