Why Christian Faith?

The Christian faith can never be explained in short, pithy soundbites - so there are a number of agencies who can answer your questions about why millions of people have focused their lives on someone who was born, lived and died in a little Middle Eastern land 2000 years ago.

The Church of England is one of many Christian 'denominations' in the UK and our church buildings are everywhere! The Church itself, however, is made up of the people who worship in them and live their daily lives in accordance with their faith.

The following links will help you:

www.why-jesus.com  comments made by a variety of individuals over time

www.christianity.org.uk the Christian Enquiry Bureau

www.rejesus.co.uk explores Jesus' life, character, teachings and followers

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Church urges rethink on Government removal of VAT exemption

Diocese urges swift support for petition against moves which would cost churches millions
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Card fit for a Queen

Church school pupils impress judges with their entries in the diocese's Big Thank You Card competition to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee
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House of Bishops approves Women Bishops

Church of England Bishops approve legislation
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“Skydiving is fun, the fundraising is harder…” – Joy, 84

Partially-blind supergran skydiving for charity... again!
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Government agrees £30 million extra to resolve VAT

Unique heritage value acknowledged
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Building work due to start on Ruxley's new church centre

After six years of waiting and many twists and turns a £2.8million project is poised to begin.
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Football set to unite communities in a one-day tournament

People of all faiths and none will play for Woking's 'People of Faith Charity Football Trophy'.
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Archbishop Nominations Chairman appointed

Lord Luce appointed Chairman of Crown Nominations Commission
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Back To Church Sunday 30 September 2012
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London 2012 Olympics & Paralympics

Olympics 27 July - 12 August, Paralympics 29 August - 9 September
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