The Christian faith of Dolly Parton
Britain is giving up on marriage. The Church cannot
The Church has a pastor problem – but not the one you think
Why this worship anthem from Gas Street is our song of the month
What Ted Lasso can teach the Church about making disciples
Why Christians shouldn’t give up on mainstream media
From tarot to truth: How witches are turning to Christ
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Opinion
Dolly Parton (1946–2026): The Queen of Country who believed all things were possible through God
Dolly Parton rose from a one-room cabin in Tennessee to become a global country music icon, actress and radically generous philanthropist. Following her death aged 80, Derek Walker reflects on the Christian faith that empowered her to believe all things were possible, even when life suggested otherwise
Opinion
I don’t believe in Christian values. I believe in Jesus Christ
A country built on Christian values is a house built on sand, says George Pitcher. God commands us to love Him and love one another, not weaponise a set of virtues for our own political gain
Opinion
The Church must stop ignoring older people
It is right to celebrate the growing spiritual openness among young people. But Alexandra Huggins argues that millions of older adults are being overlooked in the process
Opinion
Does it matter if non-Christian write our worship songs?
As worship leaders increasingly collaborate with artists outside the Church, Kenny Klinglesmith asks how much the character and beliefs of a songwriter should matter when their words become the prayers of God’s people
Opinion
The Christian faith of Dolly Parton
Music legend Dolly Parton has died aged 80, with her family saying she has been welcomed into "the arms of Jesus". In this article from 2022, fellow Christian songwriter Philippa Hanna explores the Queen of Country's personal Christian faith
Opinion
Your data may be in the hands of scammers. Here’s how to respond
After a cyber-security breach involving Beacon CRM, many Christian charity donors and volunteers may be at greater risk of targeted scams. Fraud Data Analyst Anthony Spice explains how Christians should respond with wisdom and vigilance
Opinion
Britain is giving up on marriage. The Church cannot
New figures suggest fewer than half of adults in England and Wales are now in an opposite-sex marriage. The Church must be bolder in defending and celebrating marriage, says Dr Tony Rucinski
Opinion
Jason Arday: Why grace without truth leaves us blind
The Jason Arday case is being framed as a story about race. But Dr Jenny Taylor believes it is really about narcissism, institutional failure, and a society that has dismantled the very structures designed to protect us from those wired to exploit
Exclusive: How I smuggled Bibles across a border
Concealed beneath jigsaw pieces, twelve Bibles illegally crossed a border somewhere in North Africa. But it was the courage of the Christians waiting to receive scripture that left our journalist reflecting on what it truly means to give Jesus your all
The Odyssey: Why Christopher Nolan’s surprisingly Christian epic will preach
Christopher Nolan’s latest blockbuster is a cinematic epic of monsters, battles and astonishing spectacle. But beneath it all are powerful themes of sin, sacrifice, redemption and a kingdom waiting for its king to return. Martin Saunders explores why The Odyssey has so much to say to Christians today
Luminiscence: Westminster Cathedral as you’ve never seen it before
As cathedrals across the UK court controversy with gimmicky installations, Luminiscence at Westminster Cathedral offers a genuinely breathtaking alternative
What I’ve learned from hanging in out in Christian care homes
After nearly two years of visiting Pilgrims’ Friend Society care homes, 26-year-old Tyler Sewell-Nicholas reflects on the unexpected lessons she has learned from older people about faith, friendship and the gift of truly listening
Why your favourite Christian novel is probably steeped in Christian values
Why do some books become instant classics while others fade into obscurity? Beatrice Scudeler says many of our most beloved stories have distinctly Christian themes, even if their authors don’t believe
How to become a dementia-inclusive Church
How can your church ensure people living with dementia remain welcomed, valued and spiritually nourished? Rev Mark Wormell shares a wealth of practical tips
Immigration: Two Christians debate what Jesus would do
Immigration has become one of the defining political issues of our time. But how should followers of Jesus think about border control and biblical hospitality? Dr Krish Kandiah OBE and Rev Dr Nigel Scotland share their differing perspectives
Why Christians shouldn’t give up on mainstream media
The BBC and other legacy news organisations are often criticised – sometimes rightly. But Martin Saunders argues that Christians should be wary of abandoning trusted journalism for a digital world of AI-generated misinformation, biased influencers and echo chambers
Exclusive: How I smuggled Bibles across a border
The Odyssey: Why Christopher Nolan’s surprisingly Christian epic will preach
Luminiscence: Westminster Cathedral as you’ve never seen it before
What I’ve learned from hanging in out in Christian care homes
Why your favourite Christian novel is probably steeped in Christian values
How to become a dementia-inclusive Church
Immigration: Two Christians debate what Jesus would do
Why Christians shouldn’t give up on mainstream media
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Peter Vardy: The Christian businessman who closed on Sundays – and sold more cars
What does it look like to put Christian faith into practice in the competitive world of selling cars? Businessman and philanthropist Peter Vardy reveals what happened when he put biblical principles before conventional wisdom – and why a remarkable answer to prayer left his family with no doubt that God still works miracles
Dr Amy Orr-Ewing: ‘We’ve made forgiveness a weapon for the powerful. It is never that in the hands of Jesus’
We’ve misunderstood forgiveness, says Dr Amy Orr-Ewing. The Church has weaponised it against victims, while society has dismissed it as weak. Now it’s time to reclaim this gospel jewel – and show a culture of rage and retaliation why forgiveness is truly a superpower
CeCe Winans: ‘I’ve got to stand for righteousness, no matter what’s popular’
The most decorated female gospel singer of all time talks about quitting the music industry to plant a church, living with integrity and how her struggles with social media led to the release of her latest number one album
Graham Daniels: The Christians in Sport director helping elite footballers find Jesus
As the Premier League returns, Graham Daniels explains why more footballers than ever are turning to Jesus – and why fame, goals and trophies can never satisfy the human heart
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‘I knew how to navigate cancer with God because an older person showed me’
When Rachel Turner was a child, her friendship with an older man named George was her favourite part of church life. Decades later, his example became a blueprint for her faith – and a powerful reminder of why intergenerational friendships matter
The senior housekeeper: ‘I love singing worship songs while I work’
The Church is made up of Christians from a myriad of different professions, and yet their ordinary tales of God at work rarely get told. In this series, we bring you stories of faith from the frontline
‘I was living a double life while I was in the Newsboys’
After losing everything to drink, drugs and sexual sin, former Newsboys frontman John James thought his ministry was over. As fresh questions surround the band’s legacy, John shares the remarkable story of how God’s relentless grace restored his life – and why no one is beyond redemption
The Christian yoga teacher: 'Being a follower of Jesus shapes everything I do'
The Church is made up of Christians from a myriad of different professions, and yet their ordinary tales of God at work rarely get told. In this series, we bring you stories of faith from the frontline
‘A stranger gave me a camera when I was a teenager. It changed the course of my life’
When Emmanuel Hammond was 14 years old, he attended his first Christian festival. There, a photographer felt prompted in a dream to give the teenager an expensive SLR camera. It released a God-given gift that he has been refining ever since
‘I didn’t have a dad – now I am calling my church to father the fatherless’
Rev Fernando Carrillo has a vision to see families restored, chains of addiction broken and young men raised to be godly role models and good fathers. It’s everything that his own life was missing
From reading to responding: Why Gaza needs us now
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The Bible changes lives
How having the New Testament in his language led Komlan from being an alcoholic outcast to village leader in Togo
ChildAid: Helping Children Discover Hope and Opportunity
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How local leaders are changing lives in Sierra Leone
Despite experiencing war and homelessness, Tom Menjor refused to let hardship define his future. Today, as All We Can’s country representative, he is helping local organisations tackle poverty and protect vulnerable girls through a distinctly Christian model of partnership that puts local people in the lead
A Faith Current Account designed to meet the banking challenges faced by Churches
Reliance Bank was founded as the bank for The Salvation Army in 1890
What If God Cares More About Your Work Than You Think?
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Can Andy Burnham finally fix Britain’s social care crisis?
As the new prime minister promises to fix the UK’s broken social care system, Christians say they are hopeful but cautious
Who is killing Christians in Nigeria? This is what the data says
With 42,000 civilians killed and an average of seven terror attacks every day, Nigeria’s crisis is vast — but new research shows the world has been looking in the wrong direction. The group responsible for nearly half of all civilian deaths rarely makes the headlines, says Steven Kefas
Can ex-gay Christians tell their stories?
The Archbishop of Canterbury has said a controversial meeting sharing the stories of ex-gay Christians can go ahead at next week’s General Synod - but a exhibition stand promoting it cannot. Tim Wyatt explains why some members think it is a safeguarding issue - and why ongoing debates about sexuality are still causing issues
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‘I thought I’d messed up my life, but when I cried for help, I met the God of grace’
Growing up in a Catholic family, Suzanne Elder longed to please God. However, a convent education left her feeling empty and she struggled through two difficult marriages. In desperation, she cried out to God and, soon after, encountered the gospel of grace for the very first time
'I was a pagan high priestess. Then I met Jesus'
After two decades teaching paganism, Ashley Collins never imagined she would find herself in church. She explains how the death of Charlie Kirk became the unexpected catalyst that led her to Christ
Exclusive: How I smuggled Bibles across a border
Concealed beneath jigsaw pieces, twelve Bibles illegally crossed a border somewhere in North Africa. But it was the courage of the Christians waiting to receive scripture that left our journalist reflecting on what it truly means to give Jesus your all
How to become a dementia-inclusive Church
How can your church ensure people living with dementia remain welcomed, valued and spiritually nourished? Rev Mark Wormell shares a wealth of practical tips
What I’ve learned from hanging in out in Christian care homes
After nearly two years of visiting Pilgrims’ Friend Society care homes, 26-year-old Tyler Sewell-Nicholas reflects on the unexpected lessons she has learned from older people about faith, friendship and the gift of truly listening
The Odyssey: Why Christopher Nolan’s surprisingly Christian epic will preach
Christopher Nolan’s latest blockbuster is a cinematic epic of monsters, battles and astonishing spectacle. But beneath it all are powerful themes of sin, sacrifice, redemption and a kingdom waiting for its king to return. Martin Saunders explores why The Odyssey has so much to say to Christians today
Why your favourite Christian novel is probably steeped in Christian values
Why do some books become instant classics while others fade into obscurity? Beatrice Scudeler says many of our most beloved stories have distinctly Christian themes, even if their authors don’t believe
NIV, ESV or NRSV: Which Bible should I read?
There are many Bible translations available, so how do we choose the one that is right for us? Dr Jason Myers explains how we got from ancient Greek to modern English, and what we need to know when thinking about the version of scripture that we read
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