By Rhys Laverty2023-05-19T20:35:00
Parts of the media has grossly misrepresented the aims of the National Conservative Conference, says Rhys Laverty. Having attending the event, Rhys believes it could result in conservatives putting God back into their politics
You may have seen much of the British press foaming at the mouth this week about the National Conservatism conference (NatCon, for short).
Supposedly, the event was a gathering for far-right nutjobs in the Tory party, intent on ushering in an authoritarian dystopia that will look like a cross between The Handmaid’s Tale, a Donald Trump style ‘Make America Great Again’ and a pub lock-in with Nigel Farage.
As an attendee, I can confirm it was, to a hilarious extent, nothing of the sort. If you want a textbook example of how conservatives can understand liberals but liberals can’t understand conservatives, this week has been it.
2024-11-11T11:54:00Z By Miriam Cates
Donald Trump might offend our British sensibilities, but Christians in the UK should be careful when criticising their brothers and sisters across the pond, says former MP, Miriam Cates. He may not be the man you want leading your church, but the new President-elect has much to offer the USA
2025-08-29T10:17:00Z By Bruce Miller
How do we find meaning beyond the mundane? In this new series, Bruce Miller attempts to answer some of the questions that people most often ask the internet about God
2025-08-21T15:34:00Z By George Pitcher
From war in Ukraine to asylum hotels in Essex, when it comes to international conflict or local politics, the Christian call to peace remains says George Pitcher. But what exactly does that look like?
2025-08-29T15:16:00Z By Billy Hallowell
A shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis has left two children dead and 17 injured. In the midst of such tragedy, it’s easy to dismiss prayer in favour of more tangible responses, but Billy Hallowell urges that it is still the most powerful tool in the Church’s arsenal
2025-08-27T10:24:00Z By Tim Bechervaise
Judge Frank Caprio, beloved for his warmth and compassion on Caught in Providence, has died aged 88. Tim Bechervaise reflects on five moments where his blend of justice, grace and mercy revealed a heart that ultimately pointed to Jesus
2025-08-22T10:32:00Z By Rev Jamie Sewell
When one of his youth group declared he was “the main character,” it struck a chord with Rev Jamie Sewell. Too often, Christians see themselves as the saviour - rather than pointing to the one who can really save. Let’s stop living as if it all depends on us and embrace the freedom Christ brings
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