All Leadership articles
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OpinionWhere have all the Christian world leaders gone?
Western societal and political systems were built on Christian principles, but few Western leaders now profess even a nominal Christian faith. George Pitcher wonders when we’ll realise what we’re missing
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OpinionWhy holiness, hunger and humility can prevent moral failure in the Church
A new scandal involving a pastor, Christian musician or ministry leader seems to come to light most months. It would be easy to become cynical, admits Alain Emerson. But God is raising up holy, humble, hungry leaders – they just may not be the ones you imagine
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InterviewsBear Grylls: 'Sharing the story of Jesus is the proudest thing I've ever done'
The adventurer opens up about writing the story of Jesus as a thriller, his complicated relationship with church and why faith is like plugging in a toaster
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ReviewsWhen female roles in churches are contested is reconciliation possible?
Amidst today’s gender tensions, Healed and Whole by Abigail Ruth Flavell offers a gentle call to reconciliation in the Church - urging readers to listen well, love deeply, and stay centred on Christ.
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Opinion5 ways the Church has changed since Covid-19
In the five years since Covid-19, the Church has changed significantly. But it was not killed off as many predicted. Instead, it adapted and in many places is growing, says a new report from the Evangelical Alliance. Danny Webster explores
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OpinionBeyond the quiet revival: 10 ways you can rise to this missional moment
Encouraging headlines about a quiet revival of faith in the UK are new territory for many pastors. Here’s Robin Ham’s ten lessons for church leaders
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Regular ColumnistsProtect the flock: Unpacking Jesus’ instructions to church leaders
Church leaders have been given great power and responsibility by God. They must use it for the good of the whole body, says Lucy Peppiatt
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InterviewsGlyn Barrett: The !Audacious Church leader causing traffic jams in Manchester
!Audacious has grown from nothing to become one of the largest churches in the country. But is bigger always better? The church’s senior pastor and national leader of Assemblies of God in the UK tells all
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Regular ColumnistsThe secret to joy this Christmas
Find your joy in giving, not receiving this festive season, says Natalie Williams
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OpinionIs the last stained glass ceiling about to come down?
The Church of England needs a clean slate and a fresh pair of eyes, says Michelle Guinness. Is it time for a female Archbishop of Canterbury?
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News AnalysisJustin Welby has resigned. What happened?
The Archbishop of Canterbury has resigned after a week of mounting pressure following a report into a prolific child abuser that accused the Church of England of a cover-up. Tim Wyatt takes us through the events that led to Justin Welby’s decision to step down
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Regular Columnists'Comfort those who mourn' is the calling of every Christian
It’s sometimes easier to feed someone than grieve with them, says Natalie Williams. But Jesus asks us to do both
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Opinion3 lessons from a summer of Christian festivals
Rich Martin has attended more Christian events than most this summer. There’s much to be encouraged by, he says
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OpinionMy church needs volunteers. But burnout is real, and I won’t make the same mistake again
From treasurers to trustees and sound technicians to sopranos, the requests for volunteers at church are coming thick and fast, says Deborah Sloan. Ask yourself these questions before agreeing to another commitment
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OpinionThe qualification for Christian leadership no one ever talks about
The early Church held this quality in high regard. We ignore it at our peril, says Peter Meadows
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OpinionShould I stay or should I go? Why Joe Biden reminds me of some pastors
Joe Biden isn’t the only leader in danger of hanging onto his role for too long. Pastors often make the same mistake, says Chris Kilby. Here’s what he’s discovered about the art of leadership succession
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OpinionIs Trump vs Biden God’s judgement on America?
The much-discussed presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump prompted some Christians to suggest we are witnessing God’s judgement on America. Joshua Ryan Butler unpacks what that might mean
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OpinionHow to restore a fallen leader
As Tony Evans resigns from leading his megachurch following admission of sin, Justin Humphreys considers what a process of repentance, reparation and restoration should look like for fallen leaders
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InterviewsPatrick Regan: ‘I’ve never felt God so close as when I was with a bunch of homeless guys’
The charity founder on mediating between Jamaican gang leaders, facing criticism from fellow Christians, and why the Bible is full of wisdom on mental health
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Opinion‘Why would people choose this?’ Archie Coates on the challenges facing church leaders
Amid high profile scandals and the pressures facing the Church, Rev Archie Coates, vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton, talks influence, accountability and why it’s important to hang onto hope
