All lament articles
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Regular ColumnistsHow to wait for God
Waiting is rarely easy. It may bring disappointment, impatience and even lament, but it’s an essential part of being a Christian
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ReviewsCarrying Hope: One mother’s journey through grief, faith and the fight for life
When Beth Appleby received a devastating prenatal diagnosis, she faced it with grief, grit and faith. Carrying Hope is a moving story of holding onto God in the darkest of valleys, says Lisa Skinner
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OpinionWhy I can’t rush to Christian words of hope after the Texas floods
Jeff Lucas has been shocked by the response from some Christians online to the tragedy of the Texas floods. Perhaps, before rushing towards the hope of resurrection, we might first make space for tears and questions
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ReviewsThe Narrow Path - Rich Villodas
Rich Villodas is a New York pastor faithfully and boldly leading a church in a tricky place. His ministry emphasis is spiritual formation, and his latest book is no exception, as Villodas offers a helpful set of reflections on and around the sermon on the mount. There’s ...
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News AnalysisIs the Church of England still institutionally racist?
It’s three years since the Church of England pledged a sweeping programme of reform to overturn racist culture in the Church. Following Racial Justice Sunday, Tim Wyatt asks what progress has been made
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OpinionHow to hold onto hope this Christmas
The hope of advent seems a long way off against the backdrop of war, famine and disaster. That’s where lament comes in, says Tim Farron MP
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OpinionFive ways to live well during a crisis
Amid political instability, the threat of war and the cost of living crisis, it is easy to be overwhelmed by our circumstances. Here’s five lessons Christians can learn from heroes of the faith
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ReviewsJesus wept. But his followers don’t
There are eleven different types of tears in the Bible. But today’s Christians often minimise the importance of lament. Do we need to think again?
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Magazine Features3 ways to pray
Prayer doesn’t have to be confusing or intimidating says Amy Boucher-Pye. Here’s how to make it part of your everyday life
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News AnalysisAs Plymouth grieves its mass shooting, the reassuring presence of local churches is making a difference
The ability of local churches to respond immediately and be there for the long term has been vital in helping communities in Plymouth deal with grief. Emma Fowle reports
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OpinionWhy our church has created a Garden of Lament
Rev Caroline Taylor from St John’s Hoxton explains why the oft-forgotten practice of lament is so important
