All UK Church articles
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OpinionMass baptisms are back. Could your church join in?
With hundreds of people being baptised at beaches and lakes across the UK, and significant media coverage following, Sam Hailes argues the real story isn’t quiet revival - it’s the power of churches choosing to work together
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Magazine FeaturesCan the menopause trigger a crisis of faith?
Anna Faro was unprepared for the effect that perimenopause would have on her mind, body – and spiritual life. Understanding this important life stage isn’t just a women’s issue, she says, it’s one we all need to take seriously
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InterviewsNewfrontiers founder Terry Virgo on revival, letting go and building churches that last
From a rebellious teenager to the founder of a global family of 5,000 churches, Terry Virgo’s story is inspiring. He reflects on why he’s still praying for revival, his infamous interactions with Mark Driscoll and why, when it comes to church growth, numbers don’t always tell the whole story
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ReviewsTerry Virgo: This new biography charts the unlikely leader who reshaped British church life
Andy Johnston’s biography of Terry Virgo offers an appreciative and carefully researched account of how one unlikely young man’s faith journey reshaped charismatic church life in Britain and beyond - though some readers may wish for a more critical eye, says our reviewer
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OpinionJD Vance is right. The antichrist may be walking among us
The US Vice President J.D. Vance suggested in a recent interview that the antichrist could already be among us. David Griffiths believes his comments are reasonable. He argues our modern world is beginning to resemble the kind of civilisation that scripture predicts
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Magazine FeaturesHow to become a dementia-inclusive Church
How can your church ensure people living with dementia remain welcomed, valued and spiritually nourished? Rev Mark Wormell shares a wealth of practical tips
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OpinionThe Church must stop ignoring older people
It is right to celebrate the growing spiritual openness among young people. But Alexandra Huggins argues that millions of older adults are being overlooked in the process
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Regular ColumnistsIt’s time to reopen the wells of revival
The Church needs fresh moves of God, but that doesn’t mean forgetting what came before. Dr Chloe Lynch explores the significance of Isaac reopening the wells of the previous generation while also digging new ones
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The Big PictureLuminiscence: Westminster Cathedral as you’ve never seen it before
As cathedrals across the UK court controversy with gimmicky installations, Luminiscence at Westminster Cathedral offers a genuinely breathtaking alternative
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OpinionBritain is giving up on marriage. The Church cannot
New figures suggest fewer than half of adults in England and Wales are now in an opposite-sex marriage. The Church must be bolder in defending and celebrating marriage, says Dr Tony Rucinski
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ReviewsArchbishop Sarah Mullally faces huge challenges. But this book has missed the biggest one
Ten leading Anglican voices offer advice and prayers for Archbishop Sarah Mullally in this multi-author volume. And yet the book also overlooks some of the Church’s most pressing priorities, says our reviewer
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ReviewsSoul Survivor offered teenagers freedom, faith and fun. But was it really a safe space?
In her memoir, When the Music Fades, Lucy Sixsmith revisits the popular Christian festival, Soul Survivor. Her writing raises important questions about power and safeguarding, says our reviewer
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OpinionThe Church in Britain is growing – and not only in places we can count
As Church of England attendance rises for the fifth year in a row, Michael Tang argues that the story of renewal is bigger than statistics. From online theology classes and café conversations to WhatsApp Bible studies, much of Britain’s spiritual hunger is revealing itself outside of Sunday morning church
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Regular ColumnistsThe Church has a pastor problem – but not the one you think
While abusive leaders must always be held to account, most pastors are simply trying to shepherd their congregations faithfully. Jeff Lucas explains why they need our prayers, encouragement and support more than our suspicion
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Magazine FeaturesRT Kendall: Why I’m worried about the feel-good gospel
The primary purpose of Christianity is not to make people to feel good, says RT Kendall. He’s warning the UK Church away from promoting a false gospel
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InterviewsPete Hughes: ‘We’re at the beginning of the Western Church being revived’
The shaking of secularism is driving young people towards Jesus, says KXC Church leader Pete Hughes. He explains why he’s convinced revival is already on the way
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OpinionThe Church of England has apologised for forced adoptions. Now, it must help repair the damage
Between 1949 and 1976, thousands of unmarried women were pressured into giving up their babies for adoption through a system partly overseen by churches. The Church of England has now apologised for its part, but Tarn Bright says repentance must be matched by action
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OpinionMore people than ever are reading the Bible online. We have the data to prove it
YouVersion’s Bible app has been downloaded one billion times and continues to break daily engagement records. Its founder, Bobby Gruenewald reflects on how digital accessibility is transforming Bible reading and creating unprecedented opportunities for churches to meet faith-curious seekers where they already are
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OpinionWhy I’m delighted Reform UK is bringing The Lord’s Prayer back to council meetings
The decision to re-introduce the Lord’s Prayer before meetings is a welcome return to a long-standing tradition of Christianity in British politics and public life, says the Vice President of Reform UK’s Christian Fellowship
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Opinion75% of professional football clubs have Christian players. Faith on the pitch is more common than you think
Much has been made of football’s Christian revival and the recent wave of players speaking openly about their faith. But a survey carried out by Christians in Sport suggests the presence of Christianity in the professional game may be even more widespread than first thought. Graham Daniels explains how
