2024-02-21T09:10:00+00:00By Rt Rev John Pritchard and Former Bishop of Oxford
The Bishop of Buckingham and former Premier trustee, Rt Rev Dr Alan Wilson, has passed away at the age of 68. He was well known for his advocacy on behalf of church abuse survivors and for encouraging the Church to embrace the opportunities provided by digital media. The former Bishop of Oxford Rt Rev John Pritchard pays tribute to him
2024-02-20T12:50:00+00:00By Krish Kandiah
Alexei Navalny fearlessly fought against corruption in Russia and was poisoned, imprisoned and now, allegedly murdered by the state. Dr Krish Kandiah asks what we can learn from the life, death and faith of the activist was also an atheist-turned-Christian
2024-01-19T12:09:00+00:00By Graham Kendrick and Henry George
The founder of Ichthus Fellowship, Roger Forster, has died at the age of 90. Roger was widely considered to be one of the most prominent figures in the UK evangelical church. The worship leader Graham Kendrick, and current Ichthus leader Henry George pay tribute to him
2023-12-04T15:41:00+00:00By Gordon Temple
Dr Mike Townsend was never limited by his sight loss, and instead lived his life to the full, completely committed to the proclamation of the gospel and the inclusion of disabled people in the body of Christ, says Gordon Temple
2023-11-24T16:56:00+00:00By Greg Downes
Rt Rev David Pytches, founder of New Wine and former vicar of St Andrews, Chorleywood, has died aged 92. Greg Downes pays tribute to a pioneer of charismatic renewal within the Anglican church
2023-10-30T10:15:00+00:00By Greg Downes
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
2023-10-09T16:29:00+01:00By Lynn Green and Youth With A Mission (YWAM), England
Loren Cunningham, founder of Youth With a Mission (YWAM) has died, aged 88. Lynn Green pays tribute to the man who “deregulated mission”, founding a global movement that is active in over 200 countries worldwide
2023-08-10T08:55:00+01:00By Muyiwa Olarewaju
Premier’s Director of Gospel and Music, Muyiwa Olarewaju, pays tribute to the founder of The Fountain of Life Church, a leader whose investment in the next generation went far beyond the walls of the Church
2023-08-09T15:51:00+01:00By Peter Kerridge and CEO, Premier
Premier’s former chairman has died at the age of 81. Premier’s CEO Peter Kerridge pays tribute to a kind, generous and entrepreneurial man, who helped build Premier into Europe’s largest Christian media organisation
2023-07-31T13:46:00+01:00By Marcia Dixon
As the Christian community mourns the passing of a Windrush pioneer, Marcia Dixon pays tribute to a trailblazer who bought financial services to a community excluded from mainstream banking
2023-07-28T11:04:00+01:00By Margaret Kennedy
Dr Margaret Kennedy pays tribute to the Irish singer-songwriter who was campaigning for sexual abuse in the Church to be exposed long before it became mainstream
2023-06-09T16:11:00+01:00By Gordon Pettie and Revelation TV
The 93 year-old founder of CBN and the 700 Club has died at his home in Virgina Beach. Gordon Pettie says he'll be remembered as a fearless Christian leader who tackled the topics many would rather avoid
2023-05-19T21:18:00+01:00By Krish Kandiah
Tim Keller had a soft spot for the UK, notes Krish Kandiah. The pastor, theologian and best-selling author exerted a worldwide influence while maintaining a humble spirit and modelling generosity towards those he disagreed with
2023-02-22T11:44:00+00:00By Jonny Ferguson and Hillsong, Newcastle
Ex-premiership footballer, Christian Atsu, played for Chelsea and Newcastle before signing for Turkish club, Hatayspor, last year. He was tragically killed in the recent earthquake in Turkey. Hillsong Newcastle pastor, Jonny Ferguson plays tribute to the family man who always put God, and others, first
2023-01-05T16:32:00+00:00By Emma Fowle
Earlier this week, thousands of Brazilians lined the streets for the funeral of footballing legend, Pelé. His traditional Catholic send-off reflected a life of faith in God, if not a life lived perfectly, says Emma Fowle
2023-01-05T11:02:00+00:00By Pope Francis
Pope Francis paid tribute to the life and service of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. Read the text in full here
2023-01-04T16:38:00+00:00By Gill Snow
Best known as Cliff Richard’s right hand man, Bill Latham was a phenomenal Christian communicator who brought many into God’s kingdom says Gill Snow
2022-12-31T18:59:00+00:00By Catherine Pepinster and Religion commentator
Catherine Pepinster reports on the varied life and ministry of the late pope, who died this morning
2022-12-19T12:04:00+00:00By Megan Cornwell and Deputy Editor, Premier Christianity
Premier Christianity has been at the forefront of unpacking all the big stories of 2022 from a distinctly Christian perspective. Here’s a round-up of our favourite long-reads the year
2022-11-18T09:34:00+00:00By Greg Downes
New Zealand born Barry Kissell played a key role in the UK’s charismatic movement for over 40 years, bringing prophetic challenge and encouraging a new generation of leaders. Greg Downes remembers him
2022-10-10T16:14:00+01:00By Tony Cummings
Mike Rimmer was a distinguished reporter and interviewer, especially during Christian music’s golden years. On top of interviewing the biggest artists, Rimmer was a passionate advocate for up and coming artists. His equally prolific Cross Rhythms colleague Tony Cummings remembers him
2022-09-19T11:52:00+01:00By Most Rev Justin Welby
Initial reactions from Christian leaders online suggest the Most Rev Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury, struck just the right chord with his short but sweet tribute to a Queen who served God and strove to point others to him. Here’s his sermon in full
2022-09-15T09:12:00+01:00By Rob Parsons and Care for the Family
The founder of Care for the Family recalls his meetings with the late monarch
2022-09-09T13:45:00+01:00By George Pitcher
Though she lived an intensely public life, the Queen had a deeply private faith. And through it, she modelled the classic Christian virtues of prudence, justice, fortitude and temperance. We would do well to follow her example, says George Pitcher
2022-09-09T13:27:00+01:00
We spoke to The Most Rev Michael Curry following the news of Her Majesty’s death. He talked about the Queen’s quiet, steady faith, our need to pray for our new king and how we can all look to Jesus to help us live a life of faithfulness too
2022-09-09T13:17:00+01:00By NT Wright
The former Bishop of Durham recalls being invited to spend a weekend with Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh in Sandringham
2022-09-09T10:51:00+01:00By Pete Greig and 24-7 prayer
A double rainbow appeared over Buckingham Palace shortly before the announcement that Queen Elizabeth II had died. Pete Greig wonders if this sign in the sky was more than sheer co-incidence
2022-09-09T09:53:00+01:00By Franklin Graham
After hearing his Good Friday broadcast for the BBC, the Queen invited Billy Graham to preach at Windsor. His son, Franklin, recounts the friendship between a farm boy and a monarch, based on a shared love of Jesus
2022-09-09T08:56:00+01:00By Jeff Lucas
Jeff Lucas shares a story from his childhood, when he attempted to interrupt the Queen’s official birthday celebrations
2022-09-09T07:55:00+01:00By Lord Leslie Griffiths and Former President of the Methodist Conference
Lord Leslie Griffiths says preachers were inspired by the “effortless” way the Queen spoke the name of Jesus
2022-09-08T17:38:00+01:00By Rev Mark Woods and Bible Society
Our Queen’s faith in Jesus Christ was central to her life, says Mark Woods. We should be deeply grateful to God for her life-long service to Christ reflected in her life-long service to her people
2022-09-08T17:33:00+01:00By Rt Rev John Pritchard and Former Bishop of Oxford
Queen Elizabeth II has died aged 96. In paying tribute to Her Majesty, Rt Rev John Pritchard says the prayer of our national anthem was answered
2022-09-08T17:00:00+01:00By Mark Greene and London Institute of Contemporary Christianity
Queen Elizabeth II was always open about her strong Christian faith. As the world mourns the loss of the UK's longest reigning Monarch, Mark Greene presents ten significant quotes from Her Majesty's famous speeches
2022-09-07T11:08:00+01:00By Matthew Napier and Songs of Praise
The series editor of Songs of Praise remembers the life and faith of veteran broadcaster Bill Turnbull
2022-08-30T09:33:00+01:00By Greg Downes
Metropolitan Kallistos Ware was a distinguished pastor, scholar and theologian in the Orthodox Church who treasured his evangelical roots. Greg Downes remembers him
2022-08-05T15:05:00+01:00By Keith Danby
The renowned English pastor, author and preacher Stuart Briscoe has died at his home in Wisconsin, USA. Briscoe, who led the Telling the Truth ministry with his wife Jill, was 91. His sermons are broadcast all around the world, including on Premier Christian Radio in the UK. Keith Danby pays tribute to him
2022-07-16T18:41:00+01:00By Carrie Lloyd
The co-senior leader of Bethel Church, Beni Johnson, passed away on Wednesday following a prolonged battle with cancer. Carrie Lloyd pays tribute to her
2022-07-11T09:30:00+01:00By Rónán Johnston
The Catholic Priest, who was the brother of television personality Dec, will especially be remembered for communicating the ministry of Jesus to lost and confused teenagers, says Ronan Johnston
2022-04-06T07:57:00+01:00By Sue Rinaldi
Christine Noble was a gifted and passionate Christian leader who fought for other women to be free in their callings, says Sue Rinaldi
2022-04-05T11:37:00+01:00By Ralph Turner
Gerald Coates’ biographer picks out five life lessons from the Pioneer founder who went to glory at the weekend
2022-04-04T08:26:00+01:00By Billy Kennedy and Pioneer Network
The founder of the Pioneer network of churches and March for Jesus, Gerald Coates, has died at the age of 78. Billy Kennedy, who succeeded him in heading up Pioneer pays tribute to the prophetic leader
2022-02-25T12:51:00+00:00By Dr Pete Phillips and Premier's head of digital theology
@DigitalNun was a hands-on digital prophet and one of the best people on the internet, says Dr Pete Phillips.
2022-01-05T11:06:00+00:00By Michael Nuttall and Former Bishop of Natal
Archbishop Desmond Tutu, the South African leader who stood up to apartheid and played a leading role in bringing peace and reconciliation to a divided nation, has died, aged 90. His friend and co-worker, Rt Rev Michael Nuttall, pays tribute
2021-11-23T19:45:00+00:00By Peter Sanlon
The prolific author and church planter was well respected among conservative evangelicals, having overseen the growth of one of the largest Anglican churches in northern England. He later made an “orderly exit” from the Church of England, believing it had "gone adrift from its biblical moorings." His friends remember him as a gospel-centred man who wanted Jesus to be glorified
2021-09-16T15:19:00+01:00By Jonty Langley
Spong didn’t believe in the resurrection, and rejected mainstream Church teaching on prayer, miracles and the nature of God
2021-09-16T13:26:00+01:00By Lauren Windle
He built a record-breaking congregation, but ended his life in controversy, says Lauren Windle
2021-09-16T08:24:00+01:00By Jarrod Cooper
Pastor Colin Urquhart, a Christian speaker and author who was especially influential within the UK charismatic movement, has died from cancer. Jarrod Cooper pays tribute to him
2021-08-23T10:01:00+01:00By Andrew Haslam
Greg Haslam was the senior minister of Westminster Chapel from 2002 to 2016. He was also a well known author who often spoke at major Christian conferences. His son Andrew, who is the leader of Grace Church London, says his life was marked by integrity and sincerity.
2021-08-02T11:54:00+01:00By Andrea Williams
The Christian magistrate whose views on same-sex adoption made national headlines has passed away. Christian Concern’s Andrea Williams worked closely with Richard Page, and remembers him as a faithful and inspirational follower of Jesus
2021-07-01T09:50:00+01:00By Marcia Dixon
Marcia Dixon pays tribute to the former general secretary of the Evangelical Alliance, who passed away yesterday aged 70
2021-04-09T15:15:00+01:00By Catherine Butcher
The Queen’s faith is well known and well documented. But Prince Philip also exemplified a life of Christian service, says Catherine Butcher
2021-04-08T10:38:00+01:00By Catherine Pepinster
Catherine Pepinster pays tribute to the Catholic priest and academic who wrote one of the most gripping books on Christian apologetics of the past 100 years
2021-03-24T15:54:00+00:00By Alister McGrath
Alister McGrath remembers the distinguished academic and Anglican priest who has died at the age of 90
2021-03-24T15:45:00+00:00By Rev Canon J.John
After becoming a Christian at the age of twelve, Luis Palau began preaching on street corners. He went on to reach millions with the gospel. J.John pays tribute to the Argentinian evangelist
2021-03-12T00:00:00+00:00
The remarkable evangelist Luis Palau became a Christian at the age of 12, started preaching on street corners and by 19 had started his own Christian radio programme. He served as an intern with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, before launching his own ministry in 1976. With the news of Luis Palau’s death Peter Wooding pays tribute to him, reflecting on the many times he spent with Luis as an interviewer
2021-03-08T00:00:00+00:00
Our widespread acceptance of the value of counselling in the local church today is thanks in part to Larry Crabb, a man who believed the Bible and psychology could be friends. Andy Peck reflects on his impact
2021-02-22T00:00:00+00:00By Tony Cummings
The American Christian music star Carmelo Domenic Licciardello died last week. Tony Cummings remembers his colourful life and career
2021-02-12T00:00:00+00:00
The co-founder of the Supremes, Mary Wilson, has passed away aged 76. Andy Scarcliffe looks back at her life and faith
2020-10-29T00:00:00+00:00
The much loved comedian Bobby Ball has passed away, after being diagnosed with Covid-19. Chris Gidney was his biographer, producer and friend. He pays tribute to a man whose life was dramatically changed by an encounter with Christ
2020-07-18T00:00:00+01:00
Paul S Williams, chief executive of Bible Society, pays personal tribute to the veteran evangelical who passed away yesterday
2020-07-14T00:00:00+01:00
The former director of Operation Mobilisation (OM) passed away today aged 72. David Vardy remembers him
2020-07-11T00:00:00+01:00
Madeleine Kerzner remembers the influential minister who has passed away aged 88
2020-05-22T00:00:00+01:00By Sam Hailes
The British Bible teacher David Pawson has died aged 90 after a battle with bone cancer and a mild form of Parkinson's disease. Sam Hailes remembers him
2019-11-11T00:00:00+00:00By Martyn Eden
The Rt Hon The Lord Mawhinney has died at the age of 79. Premier's political editor Martyn Eden remembers him
2019-05-11T00:00:00+01:00
Paul Blackham pays tribute to the former rector of All Soul's Langham Place, Richard Bewes OBE, who has died aged 84
2019-05-07T00:00:00+01:00By Justin Brierley
The Canadian philosopher Jean Vanier has died aged 90. Justin Brierley remembers him
2019-05-04T00:00:00+01:00By Sam Hailes
Sam Hailes pays tribute to the author, blogger and progressive firebrand Rachel Held Evans, who passed away today
2019-02-18T00:00:00+00:00By Christy Wimber
The Texas-born Pentecostal minister Paul Cain died at the age of 89 last week. He ministered as an evangelist and prophet all over the world, but also attracted criticism and correction from his fellow pastors, as Christy Wimber explains
2019-02-07T00:00:00+00:00
Following the news that the much-loved theologian, apologist and evangelist Dr Michael Green has passed away, Matthew Fearon reflects on a life well lived
2018-02-21T00:00:00+00:00
Following the news that the world's most well known evangelist Billy Graham has died, David Barnes reflects on his long life
2017-11-08T00:00:00+00:00
Tony Horsfall pays tribute to Joyce Huggett
2017-01-23T00:00:00+00:00
Well-known Christian campaigner against sexual violence Jill Saward died in January aged just 51. Katie Stock looks at how her case and campaigning changed the face of British law
2017-01-09T00:00:00+00:00
Lee Gatiss looks at the life and work of Mike Ovey, former Principal of Oak Hill College, who died at the weekend.
2016-05-12T00:00:00+01:00By Mark Greene
Ahead of Society Sunday and Queen Elizabeth II's 90th 'official' birthday, Mark Greene writes on her often overlooked faith
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