By Rev Dr Ian Paul2021-10-13T16:11:00
Andrew Graystone’s new book has been praised by Channel 4’s Cathy Newman for giving a "disturbing, devastating and damning account of abuser John Smyth.” But others are concerned that Bleeding for Jesus has unnecessarily outed some of Smyth’s victims. Theologian Rev Dr Ian Paul gives his view
2025-09-03T16:00:00Z By Hayley Chapman-Todd
Chris Brain’s conviction of indecent assault has brought justice but it also raises deeper questions about power, coercion, and spiritual abuse within the Church. Hayley Chapman-Todd explores how the Church is beginning to respond to the issue of spiritual abuse and what more must be done
2025-08-26T14:31:00Z By Tim Wyatt
Chris Brain, leader of the now-disgraced Nine O’Clock Service (NOS) has been convicted of multiple counts of indecent assault. It is the latest scandal to rock the CofE and once again poses questions around complaints that were ignored for years
2025-08-06T16:11:00Z By Tim Wyatt
Focusing on former members as they unpack the trauma inflicted by years of coercion, control and abuse within the Jesus Army, a new BBC documentary lays bare the grim reality the cult managed to mask for decades. Watching it, Tim Wyatt says, there’s little to do but weep with them
2025-09-08T10:32:00Z By Rev Peter Crumpler
In her bold and timely book, Dr Jenny Taylor explores how faith shaped the birth of modern news, and why reconnecting with those roots might be key to its survival
2025-09-01T14:49:00Z By Derek Walker
Christopher Ash’s latest book offers guidance, encouragement – and a few strong opinions – for navigating the “afternoon” of life with faith, wisdom and purpose
2025-08-28T09:05:00Z By Anna-Maria Poku
Beth Allison Barr is reclaiming the role of the pastor’s wife. With honesty and hope, she invites the Church to think differently about women in leadership, says our reviewer
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