All black church articles
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OpinionYoung Black, British Christians are leaving the faith. How should the Church respond?
Amid the good news of quiet revival among Gen Z, many young Black Christians are struggling with the Church they grew up in – and some are abandoning it altogether. Susan Akyeampong asks why – and what the Church can do to stop it
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Opinion3 young Black Christians blending faith and social justice
For a new generation of Black Christians, faith is not confined to Sunday services or private devotion. It is being lived out publicly, through creativity, advocacy and a commitment to justice. This Black History Month, here’s three to celebrate, says Estelle Uba
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OpinionWhat every Christian should know about St Augustine of Hippo
A theology graduate’s journey of discovery reveals how Augustine of Hippo, one of Christianity’s most influential figures, was African - and why this matters for Black Christians today who’ve been told theology isn’t for them.
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InterviewsDr Selina Stone on Pentecostalism, spiritual abuse and her evolving faith
If white Christians are serious about building multiethnic churches, they need to start sharing power with Black and Brown people. That’s according to Dr Selina Stone who worries too much energy has been wasted by Black Christians on the issue. The Pentecostal theologian also speaks candidly with Sam Hailes about why studying theology at the highest level has deepened rather than dismantled her belief in God
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OpinionT.D. Jakes has retired from leading The Potter’s House megachurch. But this isn’t the end
He built a 30,000-strong church, advised presidents, produced and starred in films, and led record labels — all on his way to becoming a household name in the Christian world. Now, after 50 years in ministry, T.D Jakes is stepping down — but he isn’t stepping away, says George Luke
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OpinionWhat Pentecost taught me about my identity in Christ
As a Black British Pentecostal Christian, Joe Aldred has never been in doubt about the power of the Holy Spirit to transform us from the inside out. It’s what allows us to be more than conquerors, he says
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InterviewsPastor Agu Irukwu: ‘The Black Church is a sleeping giant; if it wakes up, its influence is significant’
He’s planted one of the biggest churches in the UK. If we want to see revival come, it’s time we took prayer and fasting seriously, but not religiously, says Pastor Agu. When we do, the rest will fall into place
