All articles by Ruth Mawhinney – Page 2

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    July issue

    2014-02-05T00:00:00Z

    The UK is not an easy place to convince people to be Christians. People are often suspicious, angry, or politely disinterested when discussing faith. With that in mind, we’ve put together a special issue of Christianity on evangelism. All the regular items are still here, but we’ve given over the ...

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    June issue

    2014-02-05T00:00:00Z

    There is real value in going to churches where you might not be that comfortable...

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    Life Stories

    2014-02-05T00:00:00Z

    Ruth Dickinson on the power of a good story

  • Interviews

    Profile: Philip Yancey

    2014-02-05T00:00:00Z

    He lost his faith in a racist church and made a living out of being a doubter and a sceptic, but when he faced death in 2007 he did so with the knowledge that God is a God of love after all. So where will Philip Yancey go from here?

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    Power and Privilege

    2014-02-05T00:00:00Z

    Ruth Dickinson on choosing activism over apathy

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    Seeking Sanctuary

    2014-02-05T00:00:00Z

    Thousands of asylum seekers in the UK are destitute, marginalised and fear for their lives. Ruth Dickinson finds out what you can do to help the strangers on your doorstep.

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    Rob Bell

    2013-12-19T00:00:00Z

    He’s the most talked about pastor this year, and he’s finally having his say about Love Wins, the book which has seen him branded a hero in some quarters and a heretic in others...

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    Faith in Britain

    2013-12-19T00:00:00Z

    The Olympics triggered a palpable shift in national mood, brought about by the opening ceremony and then enthusiasm for the Games themselves. The British seemed to suspend their trademark cynicism to come together and be proud of their nation. Has faith played a part in this, and can Christians learn anything from it?

  • Magazine Features

    Worship Idol

    2013-12-19T00:00:00Z

    A number of worship leaders are transitioning to the world of secular pop. Within the Christian scene, particular worship leaders have built up a following. What does this say about the culture of worship in our churches?

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    Why you should love your minister

    2011-02-10T00:00:00Z

    If, when you turn to Heather Tomlinson’s investigation of how much we pay our pastors you’re expecting an incendiary exposé of the lavish lifestyles they live, then I’m afraid you’ll be disappointed.