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OpinionHappy birthday to The Chronicles of Narnia. It planted the first seeds of my Christian faith
A childhood encounter with The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe changed Michael Coren’s life long before he understood its Christian meaning. On the book’s 75th anniversary, he reflects on the enduring storytelling power of its famous author, C.S. Lewis
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OpinionHello, I’m a Parish Priest. No, I’m not superman
It’s often impossible for church leaders to live up to the lofty expectations placed on them by their congregations, says Rev Jamie Sewell. Your local vicar can’t do it all
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OpinionI love the mountain top moments at Christian festivals. But don’t miss the rest of the story
Amid the spiritual highs of a Christian festival, Rev Jamie Sewell found himself unexpectedly drawn instead to the perhaps forgotten staple of Christian community. In our pursuit of mountaintop moments, he asks, have we lost sight of our real calling — journeying together through the everyday
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OpinionI’ll quit being a vicar on Sunday
The gospel may need no refreshing, but we do. It’s time to go, says George Pitcher
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Magazine FeaturesFr Dermott Donnelly (1967-2022): A humble, hilarious, prayerful priest who loved everyone
The Catholic Priest, who was the brother of television personality Dec, will especially be remembered for communicating the ministry of Jesus to lost and confused teenagers, says Ronan Johnston
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OpinionRejoice! Archbishop Welby has found his prophetic voice
In his ITV interview over the Christmas period, Justin Welby spoke with a prophetic voice, writes George Pitcher. And, in doing so, he found his moral authority
