All Parliament articles
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OpinionRaab was right to resign over bullying claims
Bullying occurs in the boardroom, the classroom and even in government, says Ross Hendry. As Christians, we should be thankful that the standards and values in public life, rooted so much in the Bible, have been upheld
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Opinion
We should be proud of our Christian heritage. It would be a disaster to lose it
As a response to the declining value placed on our Christian heritage, Nick Fletcher MP has tabled a motion in parliament to discuss the value it brings to society and the hope offered in Christ
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Opinion
The faith of the Tory hopefuls
A glimpse at the religious beliefs of the candidates vying for leadership of the country
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Interviews
‘God’s presence was irresistible’ - Andy Flannagan on the 'holy moments' at Parliament prayer breakfast
Hours after Andy Flannagan led parliamentarians in singing about integrity, truth and justice, a spate of government ministerial resignations took place, with Sajid Javid referencing the prayer breakfast in his speech. As Boris Johnson confirms he will stand down this autumn, Sam Hailes speaks to Flannagan, who also heads Christians in Politics, to ask what we should make of claims that a prayer meeting led to the highest number of ministerial resignations in history.
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Opinion
Mr Johnson, parliament has spoken: integrity matters
Political leaders have too often worshiped at the altars of selfhood and individualism, but this week’s ministerial resignations show a longing for integrity at the heart of our democracy, says Rev George Pitcher
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Opinion
Our politics desperately needs Christlike leadership
Christians long for leaders who are people of integrity and godly character, says Ross Hendry as he urges us to pray for our politicians
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Opinion
Misogyny is still a massive issue in parliament. Here’s how Christians can pray for change
A Mail on Sunday article which claimed Angela Rayner was distracting Boris Johnson by crossing and uncrossing her legs has been roundly condemned. The MP described the accusation as “misogynistic”, “sexist” and “steeped in classism”. Jenny Symmons from Christians on the Left says such instances are far from isolated
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Opinion
Women and children are fleeing Ukraine. But if they come here, they'll be treated like criminals
Tim Farron MP says the Government policy on refugees is wrong. We need to be welcoming our innocent neighbours, not turning them away
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Opinion
The Church of England should be seeking Jesus’ agenda, not Boris Johnson’s
A new “Brexit bishop” and “Covid bishop” would make the Church into a ‘shadow government’
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Opinion
Why both sides of the abortion debate are guilty of dehumanising someone
Following yesterday’s House of Commons debate on the divisive issue of abortion, Tim Farron MP says we need to remember the humanity of all involved
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Magazine Features
Tim Keller’s message to the UK Church: Stand apart from culture or risk being ineffective
In an address to the National Prayer Breakfast in Parliament attended by Prime Minister Theresa May, New York pastor Tim Keller told over 140 MPs, and many church leaders, that self-sacrifice is the way for Christians to be salt and light in society today. Here’s a transcription of his speech: What can Christianity offer our society in the 21st century?
