All Poverty articles
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OpinionThe first thing I am hoping for from our new Prime Minister is a deep, abiding sense of outrage
Liz Truss has been confirmed as our new Prime Minister. Natalie Williams is looking for her to carry a ‘holy fire’ in her gut; a combination of compassion and outrage that compels change for those who need it most
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Opinion
A winter of discontent is coming and Christians must get ready
How are you preparing for the coming recession?
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Real Life
3 stories about the global food crisis that keep me up at night
Nearly 30 percent of the world’s population - are food insecure. Here’s how the Church is stepping in to help
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Opinion
I understand Tyson Fury’s concerns, but tougher sentences are not the solution to knife crime
Ex-police officer John Sutherland says that while his heart goes out to Tyson Fury following the fatal stabbing of his cousin, solving knife crime needs more than just tougher prison sentences
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Opinion
Michael Gove might distinguish between the deserving and undeserving poor, but Jesus doesn’t
The Levelling Up secretary recently said the government can’t help everyone struggling with the cost of living crisis. Rev George Pitcher asks: why not?
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Opinion
Our politicians are failing us on obesity. The Bible shows us another way
Food policy and Christian ministry are indistinguishable, says Rev George Pitcher. That’s why addressing the fat of the land should exercise those who follow Christ’s teaching
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Opinion
10 brilliant things Bono has said about God
The name U2 makes me cringe, and so does my voice. That's according to the band's frontman, Bono, who made the surprising admission to the Awards Chatter podcast this week. Opinions may be mixed on U2's music, but Bono has always been upfront about his faith in Jesus. Here are some of our favourite Bono quotes
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Opinion
A debt crisis is coming. But Christians Against Poverty is here to help you
The number of households on low incomes in arrears has tripled since the pandemic began. But Christians are on the front line in helping families get back in the black
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Interviews
Carl Beech: 'There is endemic alcohol dependency in the Church'
The church planter explains why reaching the forgotten places of the UK has resulted in him giving up alcohol, and cancelling Sunday services
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Magazine Features
Inside the Christian campaign to end homelessness
During the first lockdown, thousands of rough sleepers were housed by a government scheme. But 20 months later, homelessness is back to pre-pandemic levels. We speak to the Christian charities who are working to end homelessness once and for all
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Real Life
‘It’s not “religious” its real’ - The open air Prayer Station changing Crewe’s estates
A series of ‘delightfully informal’ Christian gatherings are having a profound effect in Crewe
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Regular Columnists
What Christians need to know about the 'white saviour' complex
A few years ago, I went on a trip to Israel-Palestine with Christian Aid. I arrived at a mobile clinic where the other journalists and I were surrounded by young Palestinian children who excitedly practised their English on us and asked questions about SpongeBob SquarePants. After spending ...
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Magazine Features
Christian campaigners decry ‘all talk and no action’ G7
The first meeting of world leaders in over a year was a disappointment, say charities
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Opinion
Drop the labels: Talking about ‘white privilege’ won’t solve inequality in schools
Children from many ethnic communities largely do as well as or better than white pupils, according to a new report. Alun Ebenezer is the headteacher of a Christian school. He explains why he agrees with the chair of the education committee, that the concept of ‘white privilege’ is damaging and should be dropped.
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Opinion
I grew up in an Indian slum. Now, thanks to God, I’m helping others
This World Hunger Day, there are more people than ever trapped in food poverty. Read one man’s story of finding hope in Christ and why he thinks education, as well as food, is essential in breaking the cycle.
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Magazine Features
Reimagining Britain: God’s vision for a post-pandemic world
The Archbishop of Canterbury says we have an unprecedented opportunity to build a global community that reflects God’s heart for the poor and respects our planet. But real change will require courage – from all of us
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Archive content
The social action revolution
In the first of a three part series on Christian involvement in social action, Sam Hailes investigates the ways in which today’s Church is joining the fight against UK poverty.
