Heather Tomlinson
Heather Tomlinson is a freelance journalist and regular contributor to Premier Christianity magazine. She likes to communicate the Christian faith to anyone who will listen: find more on her blog - heathert.org
News AnalysisDante Bowe has been dropped by Maverick City. Here’s what we know so far
The popular worship collective Maverick City has cut ties with singer Dante Bowe. In a statement the band said Dante’s behaviour had been “inconsistent” with their “values and beliefs”. As fans are left confused and speculation mounts online, Heather Tomlinson reports on what we know so far, and suggests what a truly Christian response should look like
- News Analysis
Is Shia LaBeouf’s conversion for real this time?
Ahead of the premiere of his new film, Padre Pio, Shia LeBeouf has claimed playing the saint rekindled his faith. Heather Tomlinson takes a closer look at what the actor told Bishop Robert Barron in the viral YouTube interview
- News Analysis
Why some Christians are worried Disney is no longer ‘family-friendly’
A row about Disney and LGBT issues is breaking out among Christians in America. As the debate crosses the Atlantic, Heather Tomlinson looks at why this beloved institution is generating so much controversy
- News Analysis
Bruxy Cavey confessed to an affair. But Christian leaders say his sin is worse
Bruxy Cavey has admitted infidelity and resigned from leading his Canadian megachurch. But other Christian leaders say his 'confession' does not go far enough. Heather Tomlinson looks at how attitudes are changing when it comes to what constitutes abuse in church settings.
- Reviews
Equipping Christians to counter other worldviews is a noble goal. But this book isn't suitable for newcomers
Ask the average person on the street what ‘woke’, ‘critical race theory’ or ‘mansplaining’ are, and they probably won’t have a clue. This is the language of an increasingly acrimonious but extremely important battle that is being played out in our schools, workplaces and even our churches. There is a ...
- News Analysis
Politics in the Church: Row breaks out over evangelical ‘elites’
Leaders are being accused of selling out their Christian beliefs in order to curry favour with the secular liberal majority
- Real Life
Jordan Peterson’s daughter say she’s ‘found God’. Let’s keep praying for her
The 29 year old daughter of controversial psychologist Jordan Peterson is reading the Bible, praying and experiencing a peace she’s never felt before.
- Magazine Features
Euthanasia: In search of a compassionate response
As the campaign to legalise assisted dying ramps up, Heather Tomlinson explains why Christians need to reassess their assumptions about individualism and personal autonomy
- Reviews
Think the Bible is silent on abortion? This book is for you
Whose Child? begins not with an argument about the rights and wrongs of abortion but with a discussion on forgiveness and love
- Magazine Features
Does the Church still care about abortion?
Activists say most churches are silent on pro-life issues. Heather Tomlinson asks if Christians are avoiding the subject and, if so, why?
- Magazine Features
Should churches remove slavery-tainted statues?
In the midst of a polarised and emotive debate, the Church of England is encouraging ‘balanced, inclusive decision-making’
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Kate Moss And The Porn Industry
Posing nude is bad for your health: Kate Moss and the porn industry
- Magazine Features
You’ve been cancelled
The rise of ‘cancel culture’ has led to people losing their jobs simply for expressing their opinions, says Heather Tomlinson
- Opinion
The faith of Kamala Harris
The vice president-elect identifies as a Baptist and uses biblical language to talk about social justice issues, but she is also pro-choice and has supported moves to increase access to abortion
- Magazine Features
The problem with pedestals
As toxic behaviour by some of the Church’s biggest names is uncovered, Heather Tomlinson says the problem isn’t just with them. It’s with us
- Opinion
The Christian faith of George Floyd
The death of George Floyd has sparked worldwide protests, and led to many vowing to change their attitudes and actions on racism. But who was George Floyd? How did he come to faith? And how should we remember him? Heather Tomlinson reports
- Magazine Features
Why Instagram's get fit trend could be #BadForYourSoul
Instagram pumps out millions of images that could inspire us to get fit in 2020, but Heather Tomlinson says the trend should come with its own health warning
- Opinion
The hysteria around Greta Thunberg proves we no longer value the wisdom of the aged
Heather Tomlinson comments on the rise of Greta Thunberg, the 16 year old climate activist who believes the planet is facing an ecological crisis
- Opinion
Out of control: Does this new book on domestic abuse tell the full story?
A new book by Christian feminist Natalie Collins says we need radical feminism to address domestic abuse. Heather Tomlinson reviews it.
- Opinion
10 years after the atheist bus campaign, Christians must tackle a far more disturbing trend
Ten years ago the notorious atheist bus campaign marked a high point for militant atheism. But now there's a new and more serious challenge to the Church, argues Heather Tomlinson
