By Tim Gee2023-09-29T13:55:00
The theme of this World Quaker Day is the little-known African word ‘ubuntu’. In an increasingly divided world, understanding what unites us as Christians is vital, says Tim Gee
If you’re a Christian, you might have heard of the Quakers, perhaps as one of the smaller denominations, a historic peace church, or a group that worships principally in silence. But you might not know that globally, there are around 400,000 Quakers - the majority of whom are in Africa - spanning a range of theologies from evangelical to liberal, with a wide variety of worship styles.
As General Secretary to the world committee, I am tasked with holding this diverse community together, and I spend a lot of time thinking about the things we have in common. There are at least three, namely; a direct, unmediated relationship with the divine, a shared history, and our work for peace and justice.
2024-01-10T12:39:00Z By Abi Thomas
As the conflict in Israel-Gaza continues to escalate and the Russian invasion of Ukraine nears its third year, Abi Thomas speaks to five people who are striving to bring God’s peace in a divided and hurting world
2023-09-26T13:26:00Z By Heather Tomlinson
Despite the Church’s best efforts, Christian belief continues to decline among younger generations. Could home education form part of the answer?
2023-08-11T09:30:00Z By Christy Wimber
When Rev Nicky Gumbel shared a photo of him meeting the Pope last week, it resulted in heavy criticism from some Christians. But Jesus never said, “Go and be right”, says Christy Wimber. Instead he prayed that we would be brought to complete unity
2025-07-09T11:30:00Z By Tim Farron MP
A Parliament without prayer? Be careful what you wish for, says Tim Farron MP. In a Chamber often crammed full of egos, there can be no better antidote than to start your day with prayerful remembrance that God is in control, not you
2025-07-09T10:46:00Z By Lindz West
Online streams of Christian music have increased 60 per cent over the last five years. There’s an open door for the gospel, says evangelist and musician Lindz West. It’s time for Christian artists to walk through it with integrity, creativity and a heart to share the good news with a lost and hurting world
2025-07-09T09:05:00Z By Travis Burleson
Flash floods in Kerr County, Texas have killed at least 104 people, including at least 27 girls and staff from Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp that has been running for more than 100 years. A local pastor calls Christians to pray for those affected, and says many are asking why God allows such tragedy to happen
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