All Premier Christianity articles in June 2015
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Archive news1,750 migrants feared dead in Mediterranean crisis
At least 1,750 migrants have perished in the Mediterranean since the start of the year, according to the International Organisation for Migration. The figure is 30 times higher than during the same period of 2014.
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Archive newsChristians to be minority in UK by 2050
The number of Christians may be declining in the UK, but worldwide the signs are much more encouraging.
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GAFCON concerned about CofE but denies schism
Leaders from GAFCON (Global Anglican Future Conference) have met behind closed doors in London, and issued a statement saying they are ‘particularly concerned about the Church of England and the drift of many from the Biblical faith’.
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Archive contentAfrica's martyrs
Sub Saharan Africa is seeing tremendous growth in numbers of Christians. But it is simultaneously experiencing a wave of vicious persecution. Amanda Pilz investigates.
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Archive newsChristian charities appeal for help in Nepal earthquake aftermath
Christian charities are making urgent appeals for money after thousands of people lost their homes in Nepal’s devastating earthquake.
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Archive contentThe Apologist: Why Humanists should be Christians
Angus Ritchie asks whether atheistic humanists have any foundation for their beliefs.
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Archive contentMary, Malala and driving in Saudi Arabia
Stephanie Heald reflects on her experiences as a Western woman in the Middle East, and decides the time for courageous action is now.
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Lewis Hamilton on his faith and body art
Two-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton has spoken to Men’s Health about his Christian faith as expressed through his many religious tattoos. ‘I’m very strong in my faith’ he told the magazine. ‘I love my ink…They all have a meaning…I wanted to have some religious images’.
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Magazine Features
Should we have published that article?
Due to the nature of our printing schedule, I always write this editorial page for Premier Christianity at least two weeks ahead of this magazine actually landing on your doormat. What this means is that as you read this, you will know the outcome of the British general election, whereas I (at the time of writing) do not.
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Archive contentDoes individual life really begin at conception?
Writing in the June edition of Premier Christianity, David Instone Brewer argued that an individual life begins 14 days after conception. Read David’s controversial article, and Peter D Williams’ response below.
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Archive newsCampaigners urge Hillsong to cancel Mark Driscoll invitation
Mark Driscoll, the controversial ex-pastor of Mars Hill Church, Seattle, is due to be interviewed at Hillsong’s London conference this July. But campaigners say Driscoll’s reputation for ‘aggression, hate speech and misuse of funds’ means he should be removed from the conference line-up.
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Archive contentJean Vanier: To be a Christian is to love people who are different
The founder of L’Arche recently won the Templeton Prize for his pioneering work to break down the stigma of disability. He talks to Justin Brierley about life, love and insignificance.
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Multiple Christian conferences on sexuality reflect diversity of views
Two Christian conferences arranged by those with opposing views on sexuality have been held within a week of each other.
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Archive contentThe letter of RT Kendall to the UK Church
Best-selling author, speaker and the former leader of London’s Westminster Chapel, RT Kendall celebrates his 80th birthday this summer. Premier Christianity magazine asked him to pen an open letter to the UK Church.
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Archive contentHorror: the genre that refuses to die
Horror movies can help depict the reality of the spiritual world, says Jonty Langley. Christians have nothing to fear.
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Archive contentThe Humanist: I don't need God to be good
Atheists looking for a moral framework are turning to humanism. Justin Brierley meets humanist philosopher Stephen Law to find out what’s involved.
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