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Christchurch earthquake: Pope sends message of condolence
A message from the Pope was read out at a special service to pray for safety in the days ahead.

Brian Tamaki: I have never denied Jesus' resurrection
Bishop Brian Tamaki responds to accusations he is dropping 'doctrinal bombshells' that separate his church from the mainstream.

Destiny, cult-watchers in clash over Christ
Destiny Church has been branded a "cult" after Brian Tamaki said Jesus did not rise from the dead - but he says he was quoted out of context.

Garth George: Destiny must be treated as a cult
Brian Tamaki has become so persuaded that he is the messianic voice of God that he has become irrational, writes Garth George.

Divorce site 'helps people move on'
Founders of a website aiming to make divorces easier have hit back at claims their site is tacky and destructive to families.

Sonny Bill Williams embraces Islam
He has become the first Muslim to wear the All Black jersey, and requested halal food during the Northern Hemisphere tour last year.

The god gene - or is it a meme?
Is humanity doomed to a future of religious fundamentalism? Some recent internet articles appear to suggest it is.

A Kiwi completes Spain's grand design
Gaudi's unfinished Sagrada Familia was a challenge New Zealander Mark Burry took on and won.