All UK Church articles – Page 23
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InterviewsAndrea Williams: The unstoppable founder of Christian Concern
The founder of Christian Concern believes the Church has failed to stand up for gospel truth. She tells Sam Hailes why neither criticism nor cancer has stopped her from speaking out on everything from Islamic extremism to abortion.
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Magazine FeaturesDeconstructing faith: Meet the evangelicals who are questioning everything
A new generation is re-thinking what they've been told about Christianity, the Bible and what it means to be a follower of Jesus. They argue a 'new reformation' is taking place as they voice their doubts and embrace a process known as theological deconstruction. Those who have walked this road say it's a life-giving and ultimately faith-affirming process, but others are sceptical. Sam Hailes investigates
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Magazine FeaturesEucharismatic: Why Christians should honour both Spirit and sacrament
Andrew Wilson explains how a fresh understanding of wine in the Bible will make you want to praise God on both the loud cymbals and the loud symbols
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TestimoniesFrom fear and worry to being held by God
Amy Butterworth was content with life, and from the outside seemed to have it all. But a seemingly trivial decision to attend a carol service last Christmas changed her life forever
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Magazine FeaturesHow Hillsong conquered the world and changed the way we worship
What began as a single Sydney congregation is now a global church famous for producing some of Christendom’s best-known worship songs. As Hillsong gears up to plant yet more congregations across the UK, we take a peek behind the scenes of this pioneering megachurch
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Magazine FeaturesTim Keller’s message to the UK Church: Stand apart from culture or risk being ineffective
In an address to the National Prayer Breakfast in Parliament attended by Prime Minister Theresa May, New York pastor Tim Keller told over 140 MPs, and many church leaders, that self-sacrifice is the way for Christians to be salt and light in society today. Here’s a transcription of his speech: What can Christianity offer our society in the 21st century?
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Magazine FeaturesA woman's place
Society’s attitude towards women has undergone a massive shift in recent years. But does the Church also need to re-examine its views? Katie Harrison investigates
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Magazine FeaturesFaith in action: How Christians are plugging the gap left by austerity
As government austerity is blamed for a rise in UK poverty, Megan Cornwell reports on how churches are intervening to help those in need
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InterviewsGraham Tomlin: How the Church sprang into action following Grenfell Tower
When the Grenfell Tower disaster struck, the Bishop of Kensington cleared his schedule to help mobilise local Christians to assist with the relief effort. One year on, he says the job is far from over
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Opinion70 per cent of single women want Christian men to ‘man up’ and ask them out
New research conducted in partnership with a large UK church has revealed some shocking findings about Christian dating culture. Samuel Verbi explains
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Magazine FeaturesThe Battle for London: How Christians are fighting back against a knife crime epidemic
With gang culture on the rise and 26 teenagers stabbed to death in the capital last year, we meet the Christians battling for peace
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Magazine FeaturesHow 3 very different churches experienced remarkable growth
Contrary to popular opinion, the Church is not on its deathbed. Sam Hailes tells positive stories of growth from across the UK
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OpinionMillions of people will visit church this Christmas. Here's 3 ways we can make the most of it
More people go to church at Christmas than any other time of the year. Michael Harvey explains how church leaders can make the most of the opportunity
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InterviewsTerry Virgo: Whatever happened to the promised revival?
Talk of revival isn’t nearly as common as it used to be. Terry Virgo explains why now may be the time to pray again
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Magazine FeaturesHow evangelicals took over the Church of England
From Justin Welby to the HTB effect, evangelical influence on the Church of England has grown dramatically. But not everyone is pleased, and sexuality still threatens to split the denomination
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Magazine FeaturesWonder Women: Celebrating 100 years of female ordination
Katie Stock looks at the rise of women in church leadership positions
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Archive newsIs the Church too middle class?
Sam Hailes looks at whether Christians are in danger of neglecting the poor
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Magazine FeaturesBeauty from Brokenness: These Christians are trying to restore dignity among sex workers
There are no simple answers when it comes to prostitution. Katie Stock reports
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Magazine FeaturesThe Missing Jewel: How the modern worship movement was born
Les Moir, the producer behind the UK's best known Christian albums, explains how a new way of worshipping God began 50 years ago
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Archive newsIs street preaching under threat?
Following the conviction of two street preachers, Christians are asking questions about how to preach an offensive gospel with gentleness and respect. Sam Hailes reports.
