Will Christian unity take a big leap forward in 2026?

As Premier Christian Radio and UCB join forces for a national day of prayer, and student ministries Fusion and UCCF reconcile after years of tension, a long prayed-for unity appears to be emerging in the UK Church. Is there more to come? 

In a world full of division, calls for Christian unity are ever-present. In early 2025, following the resignation of Most Rev Justin Welby, former Archbishop of Canterbury, Stephen Cottrell, the Archbishop of York, acknowledged the “deep and systemic challenges” facing the Church of England specifically, including “profound and conscientious disagreement” over sexuality.