All UK Church articles – Page 7
-
OpinionWhat is Maundy Thursday all about?
The roots of the oddly-named Thursday before Easter come from Jesus’ command to love one another, as well as his foot-washing example, explains Karen Murdarasi
-
OpinionThe CofE is going in the wrong direction on racial diversity. There is a better way
The Church of England should not be adopting the language of Critical Race Theory or importing the US culture war on racism, says Dr Ian Paul
-
Magazine FeaturesBored with your small group? Here’s how to make it brilliant
Whether you’re a super fan or a sceptic, small groups are essential for your spiritual growth. Here’s how you can get the most out of them
-
OpinionBaptist Ministers still can’t enter same-sex marriages – I wish they could
As the Baptist Union votes to uphold its historic teaching and not permit ministers to enter into a same-sex marriage, two Baptist ministers discuss their differing views. Here, Ashley Hardingham explains why he holds a liberal position
-
OpinionBaptist Ministers still can’t enter same-sex marriages – I agree with the decision
As the Baptist Union votes to uphold its historic teaching and not permit ministers to enter into a same-sex marriage, two Baptist ministers discuss their differing views. Here, Chris Goswami explains why he believes marriage is between one man and one woman.
-
OpinionIs the Church facing a cost-of-serving crisis?
Service is a vital part of the Christian faith. But if preachers are constantly challenging their congregations to ‘do more’ it will lead to burnout, says Andrew Horton
-
Opinion9 tips for better preaching
Comedian turned preacher Andy Kind shares his best pieces of advice
-
OpinionI share the government’s desire to tackle extremism. But their new definition won’t help
Concerns are growing that Christian organisations could be blacklisted by the government’s new definition of extremism, says James Mildred
-
News AnalysisIs the law on abortion about to change?
It may soon be possible for women to have an abortion up to term for any reason via pills by post. Pro-life groups have reacted with horror to the proposals.
-
OpinionUCCF pressured me to resign
A new document has revealed how The Universities and Colleges Christian Fellowship (UCCF) pressured some of its employees to resign. In a “Legalities of leavers” document seen by Premier, UCCF outlined how a contract of employment could be terminated, and even suggested the organisation would not “stay within the law” if employment law were to clash with “the ministry.” In sharing her story, Katie Norouzi illustrates how this policy worked on the ground and the impact it had.
-
OpinionThe mob attack on pro-life students in Manchester was shocking. A line has been crossed
An angry mob hurled abuse at pro-life students in Manchester, yet Christians are arrested for praying silently outside abortion clinics. It’s not OK, says Roger Kiska
-
ReviewsWorried about young people deconstructing their faith? This book might help you
Rejecting scripture as the arbiter of Christian belief and replacing it with your own personal judgements is destructive, say the authors of a new book on deconstruction. The fightback is on
-
Magazine FeaturesThe 3 sins of social action
Church-based food banks, homeless shelters and warm hubs have all grown at an incredible rate in recent years. But are they really working to reduce poverty?
-
InterviewsJames Aladiran: ‘The more entertained you are in the flesh, the more bored you will be in the spirit’
The leader of Prayer Storm on wimpish prayers, speaking in tongues with his ten-year-old and the incomparable joy of learning to commune with God
-
Opinion1 in 5 people in Northern Ireland are evangelicals. It’s good news for everyone
Nothern Ireland is far more Christian than others parts of the UK. David Smyth takes a closer look at the data
-
OpinionSynod’s same-sex discussions are still stuck
Yet there were some glimmers of hope, says Rev Jago Wynne. Here’s what a way forward for the CofE might look like
-
OpinionBuilding a diverse church is hard. Here’s how to make it easier
150 Christian leaders gathered at Gateway Church in Leeds last month for a one day conference to explore how to better build intercultural churches. Rev Osoba Otaigbe, who instigated the event, shares some of the group’s findings
-
OpinionThe Church of England must repent. It’s the only way to stop the decline
As the church’s governing body prepares for another round of debates over same-sex relationships and the decision to host raves in cathedrals causes consternation, Tim Dieppe suggests that radical repentance is the only way to stop the rot
-
News AnalysisIs the Church of England still institutionally racist?
It’s three years since the Church of England pledged a sweeping programme of reform to overturn racist culture in the Church. Following Racial Justice Sunday, Tim Wyatt asks what progress has been made
-
OpinionThe death of Christianity in the West has been greatly exaggerated
The tide is turning on belief in God. There’s a growing interest in the Christian message, says Stephen McAlpine
