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OpinionStephen Colbert wasn’t cancelled for criticising Trump but being too one sided
Catholic comedian Stephen Colbert has criticised CBS for cancelling The Late Show, alleging his outspoken views on Donald Trump got him fired. But Billy Hallowell argues that comedy is not the place for one-sided politics
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OpinionDon’t be offended by The Life of Brian, it’s a great Christian apologetic
It’s 45 years since Monty Python’s The Life of Brian caused outrage among some Christians, who took offence at its mockery of Christ. But the Bible is full of people mocking Jesus – and God uses it all for his glory, says Samuel Tarr
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OpinionAngela Kinsey flipped the script because of her faith. Good for her
Angela Kinsey challenged the writer of The Office over a line that she felt mocked her Christian beliefs. Writer/comedian Paul Kerensa remembers a similar sit(com)uation writing for a UK TV show
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Magazine FeaturesThe Book of Clarence isn’t blasphemous. It’s brilliant!
It might look like an irreverent comedy, but this film asks some big questions – and paints a picture of Jesus that’s beautifully beguiling, says Martin Saunders
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Opinion9 tips for better preaching
Comedian turned preacher Andy Kind shares his best pieces of advice
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OpinionIt’s not John Cena’s Oscars nudity that should offend Christians
Was John Cena’s flesh really the most problematic thing about the Oscars? Christians need to get better at picking their battles, says Jonty Langley
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OpinionMatthew Perry (1969-2023): The Friends star found God at his lowest moment
Matthew Perry, best known for playing Chandler Bing in Friends, died at the weekend. Greg Downes pays tribute to a comic genius who had powerful encounters with God
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OpinionThis is what I’ve learned about Christians from years of trying to make them laugh
‘Clean comedian’ Andy Kind says Christians can be a tough crowd – it’s time to lighten up
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OpinionSome think Greenbelt festival isn’t Christian enough – I disagree
Prominent atheist Richard Dawkins was platformed along with a distinctly un-Christian comedy and music line-up
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OpinionAfter a church rips off Hamilton, here are the 7 greatest Christian pop parodies
After The Door church in Texas, USA came under fire for performing a Christian version of Broadway musical Hamilton without permission, Jonty Langley shares his favourite so-bad-you’ll-love-them Christian versions of secular songs
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ReviewsRicky Gervais is still using old atheist objections in his 'cruel' comedy. But Supernature is entertaining
Ricky Gervais is still using tired atheist objections in his comedy. And while some Christians will also object to the bad language contained in the new Netflix special, sitcom writer James Cary wants to engage with the comedian's contentious material
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ReviewsRussell Brand's deeply spiritual '33' tour suggests he's not far from the Kingdom
There’s much that Christians could learn from this comedian, says Mal Calladine, but he’s still praying Brand meets Jesus
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OpinionComedy in a cathedral isn’t blasphemous, it’s an opportunity to celebrate joy and community
Is comedy in cathedrals really blasphemous? Where is the line when it comes to allowing entertainment in sacred spaces, asks Paul Kerensa
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ReviewsThe BBC’s ‘Godsquad’ mocks 4 kinds of Christian students. It’s a helpful exposé of our evangelistic errors
The BBC Radio 4 drama, Godsquad might poke fun at Christian Unions, but it actually contains valuable lessons for all of us in how we share the good news of Jesus, argues Naomi Sherwood
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ReviewsEcclesiastes comes to Edinburgh…but will biblical comedy work at Festival Fringe?
A new stand-up/theatre hybrid show sees Anthony Noack deliver Ecclesiastes in its entirety. But does it work? Yes and no, says Paul Kerensa
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Magazine FeaturesFriends: The lasting legacy of TV’s most popular sitcom
With just 10 days to go until the Friends reunion, Jamie Cutteridge considers how the show has connected with young and old alike, and what Christians can take away from it
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Archive contentDivine Comedy: Milton Jones, Sally Phillips and Paul Kerensa in conversation
Paul Kerensa chats about Christianity and comedy with fellow comedians Sally Phillps and Milton Jones.
