All UK Church articles – Page 42
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OpinionWhy I’m supporting same-sex marriage in Methodist churches
Methodists recently voted to recognise same-sex marriage in their churches. Minister Ian Bell explains why he supports the move
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Magazine FeaturesWhy we need to talk about race
Ben Lindsay is a black pastor of a white majority church, who has written a new book exploring race. He explains why a push for diverse congregations isn’t enough.
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InterviewsRachel Treweek: The Bible, same-sex marriage and why God isn't male
In this wide-ranging conversation, The Bishop of Gloucester unpacks her views on women in leadership and interpreting the Bible for today
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Magazine FeaturesHoly Ghosting: When Christians vanish from church
Katie Stock reports on a mysterious phenomenon
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Magazine FeaturesWhy the Church's conspiracy of silence is hurting gay Christians
While researching various Christian views on sexuality, Megan Cornwell uncovered a conspiracy of silence. Is it time for churches to come out and say what they really think?
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Magazine FeaturesThe rise of secularism
The Church is being scrutinised by a growing number of people who do not share our faith. Should we be worried? Megan Cornwell investigates.
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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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InterviewsThe Justin Welby interview: Brexit, evangelism, tongues and the future of the Anglican Church
Justin Brierley meets the Archbishop of Canterbury
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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 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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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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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
