Chine McDonald
Chine McDonald is a writer, speaker, broadcaster and the director of Theos, a Christian thinktank. She previously headed up public engagement at Christian Aid and is a former communications director for the Evangelical Alliance. Her latest book Unmasking Mary: Shattering the myth of perfect motherhood (Hodder & Stoughton) is available now. Chine is a trustee of Greenbelt Festival.
Regular ColumnistsGod, gender and why Daddy Pig isn’t problematic
Stereotypical ideals of both motherhood and fatherhood can affect our view of God, too, says Chine McDonald
Regular ColumnistsThe UK is experiencing a quiet revival. It’s taken me by surprise
A very British revival has arrived, according to new research from Bible Society. It’s an exciting time to be a Christian in the UK, says Chine McDonald
Regular ColumnistsTake a closer look at Mary this Easter
This Easter, let’s not forget about Mary. This deeply complex woman of strength, sorrow and unwavering faith is worth another look
Regular ColumnistsThe Bible is being debated on the world’s biggest stages. Let’s pray for our public theologians
Scripture is making its way into the public square. Please pray for those of us who are called to speak its truth in contexts where millions of non-Christians are listening, says Chine McDonald
Regular ColumnistsThe nuclear family isn’t the ultimate Christian goal
A biblical view of family is much wider than one man, one woman and two kids, says Chine McDonald
Regular ColumnistsWhy the Church needs to denounce the far right
As Christian symbolism becomes increasingly common at far right rallies, Chine McDonald urges church leaders to condemn racism and misogyny
Regular ColumnistsWhy Christians shouldn’t feel guilty for watching reality TV
After a rough year, Chine McDonald is looking forward to some escapism this Christmas
Regular ColumnistsWant your kids to follow Jesus? You’ve got to walk the walk
If you want to pass on faith, it needs to be actions, not just words, says Chine McDonald
Regular ColumnistsSacred or secular, whatever you do can bring glory to God
No job is entirely secular. And even those employed in Christian ministry should be engaging with the outside world, says Chine McDonald
Regular ColumnistsIn defence of ‘childless cat ladies’
JD Vance is wrong to pick on childless women, says Chine McDonald. Without their commitment and service, the Church would not exist
Regular ColumnistsWhy religion in media matters more than ever
Our world cannot afford to ignore faith, argues Chine McDonald. We need more religion in media and broadcasting, not less
Regular ColumnistsHow to be less judgemental and more empathetic this election season
It’s too easy to stereotype people and put them in boxes, observes Chine McDonald. But Jesus treated everyone as an individual, and we should too, she says
Regular ColumnistsWhy I’ve been lost for words in church lately
Chine McDonald finds a new power in silent prayer
Regular ColumnistsRichard Dawkins is a Christian? Sort of. Here’s the problem with cultural Christianity
Richard Dawkins shocked many by declaring himself a “cultural Christian” over the Easter weekend. Chine McDonald explains what it might mean
Regular ColumnistsThe world might serve me a lifetime of hate, but I still believe in a God of love
Even in turbulent times, we serve a God of great hope, says Chine McDonald, as she reflects on what The Colour Purple taught her this Easter season
Regular ColumnistsWhy I’m raising a glass to older women
Ahead of International Women’s Day, Chine McDonald pays tribute to the wisdom of older women
Regular ColumnistsWhy friendship is a matter of life and death
It is proven that having an optimum number of friends is good for us, says Chine McDonald, yet many men have fewer than they would like
Regular ColumnistsFalling in love with the Bible again
God speaks to us and to every situation through the Bible, says Chine McDonald
OpinionThe M&S Christmas advert isn’t selfish. It’s realistic
Some Christians have expressed their strong dislike for the M&S Christmas ad. But for Chine McDonald, it’s a healthy reminder that we all need setting free from impossible standards, and the need to keep up appearances
Regular ColumnistsThe world is in a mess, and I worry about the future. But this gives me hope
In a world filled with war, conflict and increasing anxiety, the Church can offer a better story, says Chine McDonald
