All World articles – Page 6
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Opinion‘God’s Influencer’ Carlo Acutis will be the first millennial saint. Here’s why sharing the gospel on social media is worth it
Carlo Acutis, the teenage web developer who created a database of Eucharistic miracles, died in 2006 aged just 15. Now he is set to become the Catholic Church’s first millennial saint. Rev Chris Lee reflects on visiting his shrine, and why sharing the gospel online is worth navigating the pitfalls
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Magazine FeaturesShould Christians care about climate change?
Climate scientists are warning that rises in global temperatures will have catastrophic consequences for the planet. In a recent survey, 90 per cent of Premier Christianity readers agreed climate change should be a concern for the Church, but were divided over how pressing an issue it should be. So should we prioritise the environment or evangelism? Three Christians share their views
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OpinionChristians can’t let history repeat itself when it comes to antisemitism
Complaints of antisemitic abuse among doctors have surged since October 7, with reports of some medics “celebrating Hamas attacks” according to The Times. Following Israel’s Holocaust Remembrance Day which took place earlier this week, Rev Tim Guttman says Christians must learn from history, and redouble their efforts to stand in solidarity with Jewish people
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Real LifeA pilgrimage like no other
Kate Orson says following in the footsteps of the Waldensians in Italy made her grateful for freedom and challenged her to start memorising scripture
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Reviews‘Evangelism is the reason for the Church’s existence’ says Pope Francis in new memoir
Pope Francis’ latest book gives readers an insight into how major historical events have shaped and influenced the pontiff, says Catherine Pepinster
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ReviewsMichael Palin’s Nigeria documentary ignores the persecution of Christians
Palin’s fast-paced tour of Nigeria highlights the contrasts and contradictions of the ‘giant of Africa’. But in one of the most dangerous countries in the world to be a Christian, it deserves a deeper look, says Emma Worrall
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Magazine FeaturesIslam: Navigating the choppy waters of interfaith relations
Jesus came to bring both truth and love. Has the Church followed its master when it comes to the increasingly tense and complex subject of British Islam?
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InterviewsPatrick Regan: ‘I’ve never felt God so close as when I was with a bunch of homeless guys’
The charity founder on mediating between Jamaican gang leaders, facing criticism from fellow Christians, and why the Bible is full of wisdom on mental health
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Real Life‘I’ll never stop working for peace and justice’
It is 20 years since Rev Inderjit Bhogal OBE launched the first City of Sanctuary in his home town of Sheffield. But the work of welcome, hospitality and reconciliation is more vital now than ever, he says
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OpinionWhy Christians need to stop backing the wrong underdog
Too many Christians are misunderstanding what’s taking place between Israel and Hamas, says Chip Kendall
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OpinionWhat the Iran-Israel conflict means for Christians
A war would have potentially devastating consequences for Christian minorities in the Middle East, warns Dr Martin Parsons
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OpinionHaiti needs help. Christians must respond
After armed gangs took control of Haiti’s capital, Port-au-Prince, last month, violence has led to more than 50,000 people fleeing the city. Lord Leslie Griffiths, who lived in Haiti for many years, makes an impassioned plea for help
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News AnalysisShould Brian Houston return to ministry?
The Hillsong founder is one of many Christian leaders who appear to have brushed off past scandals, and made a quick return to the pulpit.
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OpinionPutin might quote Jesus, but he’s no saviour of Christianity
Opening a Moscow youth centre, Russian president, Vladimir Putin, has compared himself to Jesus. It’s the latest in a long line of populist leaders using religious rhetoric for political gain, says Tony Wilson
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OpinionThe biblical prophets criticised Israel for their immorality. We should do the same
Old Testament prophets would have condemned Israel for departing from the ways of peace, says George Pitcher. The death of seven aid workers in Gaza is another example of innocents caught in the crossfire. It has to stop
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Real Life‘We wanted to make the resurrection come alive for our children’
Jono and Lucy started cooking meals from around the world and praying for other countries with their kids. Now, they’ve developed The Fisherman’s Meal, a way to experience the Easter story as a family together
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OpinionIs Iran really like Orwell’s 1984? Here are 4 similarities
A new report says life for Christians in Iran is harder than ever. Ben Cohen says their horrific treatment at the hands of the Morality Police reminds him of George Orwell’s famous dystopian novel
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Testimonies‘I didn’t have a bed. Compassion provided for our family and told me about Jesus’
Faith Nalukwago shares her story
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OpinionIreland’s vote for marriage is great news for Christians
The Irish people have voted to keep marriage as the legal foundation for families and society. Christians should draw encouragement from this, says the Evangelical Alliance’s Nick Park
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OpinionPutin rigged the Russian election but God is still in control
Democracy is a fragile thing, says Tim Farron MP. Christians must value it, engage with it and pray for change
