2022-12-19T12:04:00+00:00By Megan Cornwell, 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
2022-10-03T11:35:00+01:00By Symon Hill
Symon Hill was arrested, handcuffed and put in a police van after interrupting the announcement of King Charles III in the centre of Oxford. He explains why as a Christian, he felt it necessary to intervene and make his voice heard
2022-09-29T12:56:00+01:00
Christian leaders from across the UK share their fond memories of Queen Elizabeth II
2022-09-29T11:11:00+01:00By Catherine Butcher
Much has been made of Queen Elizabeth II’s faith, but where did her strong trust in Jesus come from? Catherine Butcher explores the religious influences in the Queen’s life – from childhood to old age – and how they contributed to her becoming our nation’s most effective evangelist
2022-09-29T11:03:00+01:00By Tim Wyatt
The Queen was perhaps the most visible – and admired – Christian in British public life. But how will her son’s faith influence his rule?
2022-09-21T12:45:00+01:00By Cassius Francis
When the funeral finishes, the toughest part of the bereavement journey is often only just starting. Here’s how churches can support those struggling with grief
2022-09-21T09:44:00+01:00By George Pitcher
Within two days, the UK had a new prime minister and a new king. As an era ends, George Pitcher is praying for winds of change to bring God’s reviving fire
2022-09-20T16:04:00+01:00By Chris Bright
When symbolic and governmental power is contained in one person, it is ripe for abuse, says Chris Bright. Here’s what our scandal-hit megachurches could learn from the monarchy
2022-09-20T10:03:00+01:00By Robin Ham
It was billed by some as the biggest evangelistic opportunity of a generation and, if it isn’t already the most-viewed sermon of all time, it’s likely to become so. But what lessons can we learn from Justin Welby’s preach?
2022-09-19T16:26:00+01:00By Emma Fowle
In a room full of the great and the good - those commonly viewed as the most important people on the planet - the Archbishop of Canterbury made a pointed statement that celebrated our equity of access to God’s grace, and challenged the watching millions to put their faith in Jesus Christ
2022-09-19T15:06:00+01:00By Catherine Pepinster
As we say the final goodbye to our late monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, Catherine Pepinster decodes the funeral service that Her Late Majesty personally planned
2022-09-16T10:17:00+01:00By David Coffey, Former General Secretary of the Baptist Union of Great Britain
The Baptist minister recalls several meetings with the late Monarch
2022-09-15T20:49:00+01:00By Lord Leslie Griffiths
It’s not strange to want to see a coffin; interacting with death physically is important, explains Lord Leslie Griffiths
2022-09-15T09:12:00+01:00By Rob Parsons, Care for the Family
The founder of Care for the Family recalls his meetings with the late monarch
2022-09-15T08:23:00+01:00By Andy Flannagan
Christian songwriter Andy Flannagan explains how, following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, he pulled together a team to produce a new hymn of remembrance, assurance, and thanksgiving
2022-09-14T17:04:00+01:00By Yvonne Richmond Tulloch
The Queen’s death comes during turbulent times and hard on the heels of the Covid-19 pandemic. But the Church can help society heal, says Rev Canon Yvonne Richmond-Tulloch
2022-09-14T16:21:00+01:00By Catherine Pepinster
Over the years there has been much speculation about the personal faith of the future king…
2022-09-14T08:47:00+01:00By Megan Cornwell
The death of Chris Kaba has been overshadowed by the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, but black lives matter – all the time, says Megan Cornwell
2022-09-13T15:29:00+01:00By Chine McDonald
The vast majority of Brits are uncomfortable with talking about death. Chine McDonald wonders if the pandemic coupled with the death of our Monarch might change that
2022-09-13T14:35:00+01:00
We remember the life and faith of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
2022-09-13T14:32:00+01:00By Revd Dr Christopher Landau, ReSource
Revd Dr Christopher Landau reflects on the significance of the Queen’s royal anointing, and the value it holds in the life of Christians today
2022-09-13T14:19:00+01:00By Tim Farron MP
The Queen was never shy about sharing her faith, says former leader of the Liberal Democrats, Tim Farron, and this is why her wise counsel was so vital for Britain’s political leaders
2022-09-13T11:40:00+01:00By Naomi Long, Justice Minister, Northern Ireland
Naomi Long MLA recalls the late Queen’s visit to the Game of Thrones set in Belfast, and reflects on the Monarch’s legacy in Northern Ireland
2022-09-13T10:37:00+01:00By Estlyn Davies, St John the Baptist, Windsor Parish Church
As visitors descend on the small town of Windsor, church leaders there are providing a space for people to grieve and remember the life of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
2022-09-12T12:07:00+01:00By John Stevens
As His Majesty Charles III was proclaimed King, MPs across the parties pledged their allegiance. Several, including the Leader of the Opposition, chose not to swear on the Bible, making a secular ‘solemn affirmation’ instead, but John Stevens says this isn’t necessarily as bad as it sounds
2022-09-12T11:01:00+01:00By Martyn Whittock
Historian Martyn Whittock explains why the new King swore an oath to "maintain and preserve the Settlement of the true Protestant Religion as established by the Laws made in Scotland”
2022-09-12T08:09:00+01:00By Mark Greene
Looking back on seven decades of service, Mark Greene says it was the Queen’s steadfast faith in Jesus that made all the difference to her mighty reign
2022-09-11T13:16:00+01:00By Most Rev Stephen Cottrell, Archbishop of York
In reflecting on the life of Queen Elizabeth II, the Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell said it was Her Majesty's Christian faith which sustained her long reign. Here's his Sunday sermon in full
2022-09-10T19:46:00+01:00By Megan Cornwell
It’s funny how rainbows – a sign of God’s goodness – seem to appear when we need them most, says Megan Cornwell
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, 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, Former President of the Methodist Conference
Lord Leslie Griffiths says preachers were inspired by the “effortless” way the Queen spoke the name of Jesus
2022-09-09T07:00:00+01:00By Catherine Pepinster
Catherine Pepinster looks back on seven decades of royal service underpinned by a steadfast and personal Christian faith
2022-09-08T17:38:00+01:00By Rev Mark Woods, 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, 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, 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
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