All articles by Emma Fowle – Page 7
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ReviewsThe Sex Thing: How to talk to Christian teens about porn, nudes and abuse
Source: Youthscape There’s no doubting Rachel Gardner’s pedigree when it comes to talking to teens about sex. As far back as 2005, Gardner was being followed by a BBC film crew as she persuaded twelve teenagers to give up sex for five months. What followed was the ...
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Real Life‘There was such an atmosphere of joy and happiness’ says vicar who confirmed 59 people in one day
Despite having pre-pandemic congregations of less than 90, two churches in Wales recently held a bumper confirmation service that saw 59 people welcomed into their church family in one day
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ReviewsPhilip Yancey's memoir is a fascinating read - put it on your Christmas list now!
The American author Philip Yancey is well known for wrestling with some of the toughest questions in Christianity and writing about them in a relatable way. He’s also no stranger to mining his own life for lessons to share with others. In his bestselling titles What’s So ...
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InterviewsAled Jones: ‘I’m not a perfect Christian, but I don’t know what one of those is’
The chorister-turned-TV-presenter on counting his blessings and why he decided to try his hand at writing Christmas stories
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Testimonies‘Losing my husband to cancer led to us both finding Jesus’
Louise Blyth was just 33 when her husband, George, died of bowel cancer. For many people, experiencing such a tragedy would cause them to question the existence of a good and loving God. But for Louise and George, it was the beginning of a miraculous journey to faith
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ReviewsThe untold story of C.S Lewis’ conversion to Christianity is a must-watch
The new C.S. Lewis biopic is in selected cinemas now
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Magazine FeaturesInside the Christian campaign to end homelessness
During the first lockdown, thousands of rough sleepers were housed by a government scheme. But 20 months later, homelessness is back to pre-pandemic levels. We speak to the Christian charities who are working to end homelessness once and for all
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Real Life‘I found God in a refugee camp and now I rescue cursed children’
When Argaw Ayele fled famine and war in Ethiopia to start a new life in Europe, he never dreamed that God would send him back to rescue children deemed as cursed by their tribes
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TestimoniesI was a heroin addict but Jesus turned my life around. Now I'm helping others make a fresh start
Chaz was sexually abused as a child, addicted to heroin and has spent twelve years in prison. Yet thanks to a fresh start at a Christian housing project, he has turned his life around. Now, he’s doing the same for others
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ReviewsThis powerful book is forcing the Church to re-think what the Bible says about women
The Making of Biblical Womanhood argues that Christians have distorted key verses and even written women out of Bible translations to justify their position
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News AnalysisWhat the Taliban takeover means for Afghanistan’s Christians
Many in the West feel powerless to help. But as Emma Fowle discovers, Christians in the UK are making a difference
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Real Life‘I went to prison for gift aid fraud’
Dr Mohammed Johnson was pastoring a successful church in Luton when he was arrested for fraudulently claiming £150,000 in gift aid. It was the start of a nightmare that would ultimately end with him being sentenced to four years in a maximum security prison
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News AnalysisAs Plymouth grieves its mass shooting, the reassuring presence of local churches is making a difference
The ability of local churches to respond immediately and be there for the long term has been vital in helping communities in Plymouth deal with grief. Emma Fowle reports
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OpinionAgainst the odds: How Creation Fest overcame a global pandemic, 75mph winds and a £100,000 deficit
Creation Fest almost didn’t happen this year. But when it did, coming together as Christians felt more vital than ever, says Emma Fowle
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InterviewsThe Christian faith of Mumsnet co-founder Carrie Longton
The co-founder of Mumsnet shares her insights on faith, leadership and work-life balance
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Real Life‘I rescue children from slavery’
When Becky Murray visited Pakistan, her heart was broken by the thousands of children forced to work as slaves in the country’s brick kilns. So she set about buying their freedom, one child at a time
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OpinionRacism, rioting and rubbish: When the beautiful game brings out the ugliness of sin, Christians must respond
The young English squad did their nation proud, says Emma Fowle. Shame about the fans though
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InterviewsChristine Caine: The prolific evangelist and activist isn’t slowing down yet
There is an honesty about Christine Caine that is rare in high-profile leaders. When the bestselling author, internationally acclaimed speaker and leader of multiple international organisations appears on our morning Zoom call, she is straight off the treadmill, laughing and apologising for her appearance in a sorry-not-sorry way that epitomises ...
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Magazine Features‘He sets the lonely in families’ - the rise of Christian adoption
Christians are twice as likely to adopt than the general population, but thousands of children are still in need of a safe, stable home. Emma Fowle explains how every Christian can help create an environment where children can thrive
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Magazine FeaturesChristian campaigners decry ‘all talk and no action’ G7
The first meeting of world leaders in over a year was a disappointment, say charities
