Pat Finlow
Dr Pat Finlow is a freelance writer and researcher. Pat writes about the intersection of faith and social change, especially in the field of humanitarianism and international development.
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ReviewsCan the book of Ruth change how Christians see refugees?
In the midst of a loud and angry national debate about migration, a new study guide rooted in the book of Ruth offers churches a calm, compassionate and biblically grounded place to start, says our reviewer
ReviewsIs Christian Aid just Oxfam with hymns? This book suggests it might be
A new book marking Christian Aid’s 80th anniversary offers valuable insights into the charity’s pioneering approach to poverty. But sadly it fails to explain how faith makes it distinctive from secular development agencies, says our reviewer
OpinionThe ARC conference conflates religion and politics. And that’s a dangerous game
Judeo-Christian values are good – but they are not an umbrella term to be used to support your own politics, says Pat Finlow. The gospel stands alone, and crosses all political boundaries
ReviewsWant to share your faith with confidence? This book will help
In a time when many are turning away from secularism, Glen Scrivener’s How to Speak Life: Sharing Your Faith in 3-2-1 offers Christians timely and practical guidance in evangelism, says Pat Finlow
ReviewsPolitics on the Edge - Rory Stewart
As co-host of the popular podcast ‘The Rest is Politics’, Rory Stewart’s book was as eagerly awaited as the latest publication from gossip columnist Lady Whistledown in the Netflix drama Bridgerton.
OpinionHas secularism had its day?
Following headlines in national newspapers about Gen Z’s growing interest in church and the unapologetically Christian members of England men’s football team, Pat Finlow says the evidence is mounting that secular thinking is on its way out
OpinionHelp! I am a Christian. Is it OK not to vote?
The issues that matter to Christians do not map neatly onto one political party, according to recent research by the Evangelical Alliance. Could not voting ever be the best option for believers? Dr Pat Finlow explores
