All UK Church articles – Page 6
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OpinionReports of revival are spreading. Don’t miss this monumental moment
A quiet spiritual awakening is gaining momentum, says Billy Hallowell. But with it comes a challenge for the Church. Are you prepared to disciple new believers?
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News AnalysisMainstream media doesn’t cover Christianity well. What can the Church do about it?
Most newsrooms are overlooking the greatest story ever told. That’s the conclusion of a new Christianity in Media report. Anna Rees explores how Christians can ensure that positive stories of God at work get the attention they deserve
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OpinionNo more playing it safe, it’s time the Church reclaimed the role of chaos
While many churches prioritise order, structure, and predictability, Rev Jamie Sewell says true revival isn’t born of control, but of holy disruption
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OpinionWhy has a Catholic priest denied communion to an MP?
Chris Coghlan, a Catholic MP was publicly refused communion for voting in favour of assisted dying. Jack Valero explores what the Catholic Church teaches about denial of the Eucharist, mortal sin and conscience
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OpinionJustin Welby says he was “a bit thick” to oppose same-sex relationships. But I think he’s abandoned biblical teaching
Justin Welby has once again waded into the Church of England’s debate on same-sex relationships, now claiming his previous views were due to him being “a bit thick”. Rev Ian Paul says Welby has left the CofE more divided than ever
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OpinionThe virus of antisemitism was all over Glastonbury. Where is the Church?
A festival that claims to champion peace and progressivism became a stage for antisemitic chants, says David Hoffbrand, and too many Christians are looking the other way
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OpinionThe police tried to stop me preaching. They won’t succeed
When street evangelist Monique Bailey set out to share the gospel in King’s Cross, she didn’t expect a police officer to stand in her way. She explains why the experience reminded her of the need for every Christian to bring light into dark places, no matter the consequences
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OpinionCory Asbury is right. Our worship needs heart surgery
Worship artists make ungodly compromises in order to be successful in Christian music. That’s according to Cory Asbury, the writer of ‘Reckless Love’ who recently criticised artists for acting in ways which are “antithetical to the way of Jesus”. Scottish songwriter Andrew Mitchell, who himself stepped away from the Christian music industry in the US explains why he agrees with Asbury’s comments
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Magazine FeaturesI love the UK. But I fear the church is asleep
Writing on his 90th birthday, RT Kendall pleads with Christian leaders to return to orthodox doctrine
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Magazine FeaturesFaith on the fells: Celebrating 150 years of Keswick Convention
Deeply rooted in the history of English evangelicalism and the culture of the Lake District, the Keswick Convention is celebrating its 150th birthday this summer. Heather Tomlinson considers the impact of this free three-week Christian event
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OpinionThe Church cannot continue to sleep through crisis - it’s time to return to the night vigil
The Church once lit up the night with intercession. If the Church wants to ignite the revival that awaits us, Jonathan Oloyede says it must reclaim the night vigil and reopen the wells of persistent prayer and fasting
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InterviewsFranklin Graham: ‘Churches that have compromised on God’s word have damaged themselves’
The outspoken evangelist is worried European churches are failing to preach the gospel. But people want to know the truth, he says. Christians must grasp the evangelistic opportunities
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News AnalysisAs 1,455 make decisions for Christ, Franklin Graham wants you to know that bold gospel preaching still works
Reporting from London’s ExCel where 17,000 people gathered to hear Franklin Graham preach the gospel, AJ Gomez witnessed 1,455 people making a commitment to Christ. It’s all part of a youth-driven model for evangelism which is bearing significant fruit
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OpinionIf CofE bishops won’t speak out against abortion law change, they should resign
The official Church of England response to the decriminalisation of abortion up to birth is unforgivable, says Lee Gatiss. It’s not a “worrying” change, it’s wrong – and its time Christian leaders said so
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InterviewsBear Grylls: 'Sharing the story of Jesus is the proudest thing I've ever done'
The adventurer opens up about writing the story of Jesus as a thriller, his complicated relationship with church and why faith is like plugging in a toaster
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OpinionUK churches are reading the Bible with refugees and it's leading them to Christ
It is a tragedy that so many newcomers to the UK never step foot inside a British home. On World Refugee Day, Simon Lennox encourages Christians to share their lives – and faith – with those who might need it the most
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OpinionMPs vote to decriminalise abortion. It’s a sad day for babies and women
In the most significant shift to abortion law in nearly six decades, MPs have voted to remove criminal penalties for women who end their pregnancies at any stage. Caroline Ansell from CARE is among the Christians voicing deep concern. She warns this change harms both women and unborn children
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OpinionThe Sunday Times says our Christian charity is a great place to work. Here’s why
Wycliffe Bible Translators was the only Christian charity to be recognised in this year’s The Sunday Times ‘Best Places to Work List’. We asked Wycliffe’s deputy CEO Robin Peake to unpack how other Christian workplaces can follow in their footsteps
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Real Life‘More men are finding Jesus - my church is full of them!’
A small chapel in the Welsh Valleys has experienced significant growth in recent years, with much of it driven by young men coming to faith. Pastor John Funnell of Noddfa Church shares the story
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OpinionChristianity is back! Here’s the data
Both in Britain and around the world, research is revealing a positive shift in attitude towards God and the Bible. Michael Pfundner unpacks the surveys which make for encouraging reading
