All immigration articles
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OpinionReform UK will protect Britain’s churches - and our proud history of religious freedom for all
Dan Barker, head of Reform UK’s Christian Fellowship, explains why tackling illegal immigration should not be pitted against the Bible’s instruction to welcome the foreigner. Protecting Britain’s Christian heritage is the only way to maintain a pluralistic society where people of all faiths can flourish, he says
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OpinionEnough politics. The Church needs to offer a theological view on immigration
As public opinion hardens and political rhetoric intensifies, many Christians are absorbing the same political narratives about immigration as everyone else. But the Evangelical Alliance’s Israel Olofinjana believes scripture presents a different story – one in which migration is not merely a crisis to manage, but a means through which God fulfils his purposes
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OpinionThe killing of Renee Good should provoke Christians to righteous anger
The shooting of an American woman by ICE agents in Minneapolis - and the unapologetic doubling-down of President Trump - poses a serious test for Christians who have supported him, says Tim Farron MP. As tensions mount, he reminds Christians that anger isn’t always wrong
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OpinionWhat Christians can learn from 2025
Chris Goswami looks back at the biggest news stories from 2025, explores how they have impacted the Church and takes a look at the year ahead
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OpinionThe quiet revival is stirring. Let’s pray it isn’t hijacked by a political agenda
The combination of a claimed ‘quiet revival’ and the emergence of Christian nationalism has created a challenging new climate for many church leaders, suggests Andy Hickford
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OpinionIs Tommy Robinson a Christian?
The founder of the English Defence League has reportedly “received Jesus Christ as his Lord and Saviour”. Evan L. John considers how Christians should respond to the news
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News AnalysisExplained: Why do some Christians think digital ID cards are the Mark of the Beast?
At the recent Labour Party conference, Keir Starmer announced plans to introduce a digital ID card. Ostensibly touted as a solution to the UK’s current immigration crisis, some Christians wonder if it’s linked to end times prophecy. Chris Follett explains
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OpinionWhy Keir Starmer’s attack on Nigel Farage was wrong
Personal attacks have no place in politics, says Krish Kandiah. Political rivals aren’t demons to be defeated but neighbours to be persuaded
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OpinionIt’s time for us to reclaim our faith and our flag from the far right
The Unite the Kingdom protest exposed a dangerous fusion of Christian imagery and far‑right ideology, argues Guy Hewitt. The Church must urgently reclaim its message of love and justice, he says
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Opinion4 ways Christians can respond to the growth of Islam in Britain
The recent Unite the Kingdom rally highlighted growing concerns about Islam’s influence in Britain. Christian Concern’s Tim Dieppe looks at four distinct approaches Christians have taken and considers their strengths and weaknesses
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OpinionWhy the new age is a bigger threat to Christianity than Islam
As Christians debate immigration and Islam’s influence, Kate Orson warns of a more subtle spiritual threat already inside our churches - the rise of new age practices disguised as Christian spirituality
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OpinionYou can’t build God’s kingdom with the enemy’s tools
When the people on the platform are promoting violence and hate, Christians should have no part in the protest, says Dr Helen Paynter. As King Ahaz learned, forging shady alliances with those in power will not build God’s kingdom
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OpinionImmigration needs respectful debate, not polarised views. Christians must lead the way
Growing up in Telford during the grooming gangs scandal, Emma Hide has seen difficult issues around race and immigration being politicised. But polarising the debate over asylum seekers only silences legitimate concerns and fuels extremism, she says. Christians are called to a radically different approach
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OpinionWhy the Archbishop of York’s migration comments were out of touch
Bishops need to be more careful when talking about migration, says Rev Ian Paul. Loving your migrant neighbour does not mean avoiding the tough political questions
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OpinionWhy Christians should join the pro-asylum seeker protests
As anti-immigration protests increase across the UK, Roger Harper says church leaders are right to call on Christians to demonstrate biblical hospitality toward asylum seekers
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OpinionThe Christian case for stopping illegal channel crossings
Rev Dr Nigel Scotland explains why he believes the most compassionate response to the small boats crisis is to immediately return migrants to France
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OpinionEngland flags are everywhere. What should Christians make of it?
Is the sudden hoisting of England flags a positive sign of patriotism, or a dangerous endorsement of hateful views? Danny Webster explores the issues
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OpinionUK churches are reading the Bible with refugees and it's leading them to Christ
It is a tragedy that so many newcomers to the UK never step foot inside a British home. On World Refugee Day, Simon Lennox encourages Christians to share their lives – and faith – with those who might need it the most
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OpinionThe violence is overwhelming. But Christians are still called to peacemaking
With so much tragedy and unrest dominating our news headlines, it can be tempting to turn away or become disheartened. But in a world where conflict drowns out compassion, we need peacemakers more than ever, says Dr Krish Kandiah
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OpinionChurches will always be a place of sanctuary, whatever Donald Trump says
When the US authorities tried to deport Rosa del Carmen, she found refuge inside a church building - living there for two years. Isaac Villegas’ decision to provide sanctuary for an undocumented immigrant may have been politically controversial, but he believes it was line with historic Christian beliefs
