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‘I refused to call a male paedophile ‘she’ and the NHS suspended me’
Unity is the biggest casualty in the Church of England’s sexuality wars
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Opinion
The Christian faith of Chance the Rapper
Chance the Rapper announced the release of his first official gospel song. But George Luke says this is no surpise. For anyone who’s been paying attention, the Chicago artist’s Christian faith has always been at the heart of his music, his activism and his life
Opinion
What does Man City FC have to do with Christians and the war in Sudan?
A Christian charity has staged protests outside the Etihad Stadium over owner Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s involvement in the conflict in Sudan. The Premier League has the power and the responsibility to intervene - and Christians have the power to get their attention, says CSW’s Ellis Heasley
Opinion
If you want to avoid burnout, learn to lead like Jesus
For today’s Christian leader, burnout is not just an issue of too many jobs and not enough time, says Dr Adekunle Adenipekun. In a world certainty is rewarded over discernment and volume over wisdom, here’s how to avoid the pitfalls of collapse or control
Opinion
Students are hungry for Jesus. Let’s stop debating the quiet revival and get on with the work
In universities across the UK, students are engaging with the gospel in ways that haven’t been seen for years, says UCCF’s Matt Lillicrap. He reflects on a moment ripe for mission and how Christians can throw the nets wide and join Jesus in bringing people to faith
Opinion
Celebrities are turning to surrogacy. But scripture shows us the practise is exploitative
The biblical story of Hagar stands as a rebuke to a system that treats motherhood as contractual, argues Lois Mclatchie-Miller. Renting a womb can never be ethical
Opinion
Decline or revival: What’s really happening to UK Christianity?
Bible Society’s Quiet Revival survey sparked hope, but its findings clash with the new British Social Attitudes survey. Can these seemingly contradictory findings all be true? Understanding the answer may reveal which churches are likely to thrive and which will close, says Tony Wilson
Opinion
5 signs of revival to watch for in 2026
Commenters will continue to debate whether it is a quiet or a fullblown revival, but God is definitely on the move, says Phil Knox. Here are the missional trends you can expect to see this year
Opinion
Unity is the biggest casualty in the Church of England’s sexuality wars
After several years of fractious debate, the CofE’s consultation on sexuality and marriage officially draws to a close this month with no clear conclusions. Living in Love and Faith (LLF) has left the Church more divided than ever, says Rev Dr Christopher Landau
Blessed are the thin? A Christian response to Ozempic
It is thought that 2.5m people in the UK are now buying weight loss drugs privately – including many Christians. But the Ozempic trend raises huge questions about body image, shame and what it means to be “fearfully and wonderfully made”, says Di Archer
Why your spiritual practices should change with the seasons
Struggle to get up for your quiet time when the mornings are dark and cold? You’re not alone, says Emma Timms. If you want to grow spiritually in 2026, work with the season you’re in, not against it
Multimillionare banker John Studzinski: ‘The more money I make, the more I can give away’
He’s on first-name terms with popes and prime ministers and has given much of his wealth away. But Catholic philanthropist John Studzinski believes generosity isn’t just about money – time and talent matter just as much as treasure.
5 places you wouldn’t expect to find a chaplain
From strip clubs to racecourses: meet the Christians taking God’s presence into places others fear to tread.
Will Christian unity take a big leap forward in 2026?
As Premier Christian Radio and UCB join forces for a national day of prayer, and student ministries Fusion and UCCF reconcile after years of tension, a long prayed-for unity appears to be emerging in the UK Church. Is there more to come?
Blessed are the thin? A Christian response to Ozempic
Why your spiritual practices should change with the seasons
Multimillionare banker John Studzinski: ‘The more money I make, the more I can give away’
5 places you wouldn’t expect to find a chaplain
Will Christian unity take a big leap forward in 2026?
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Strahan Coleman on chronic illness, mystery and meeting God in the dark
Musician Strahan Coleman was touring the world and seeing God do amazing miracles when daily panic attacks unexpectedly struck and he was left bedridden at home for two years. He talks to Emma Fowle about learning to trust God in the midst of suffering, overcoming church hurt and why his charismatic encounters with God have started to look more contemplative
Heidi Baker on miracles, healing and loving people who want to kill you
Miraculous reports of healing and revival surround the globally renowned missionary, Heidi Baker. But she has also spent years living under the shadow of extreme persecution in northern Mozambique. Here, she explains how God confronted her with the call to love Islamist terrorists even as she was facing an active threat of kidnap
Multimillionare banker John Studzinski: ‘The more money I make, the more I can give away’
He’s on first-name terms with popes and prime ministers and has given much of his wealth away. But Catholic philanthropist John Studzinski believes generosity isn’t just about money – time and talent matter just as much as treasure.
Danny Kruger MP: ‘A society aligned with the teachings of Jesus would be a happier one’
In September, Conservative MP Danny Kruger became the latest high profile Tory to defect to Reform UK. Here, he speaks with fellow Christian and MP, Tim Farron, about what the decision cost him and why he feels compelled to champion Christian values
Big Brother victor Richard Storry on criticism, temptation and reading Psalms in the toilet
Richard Storry opens up about his unexpected win on Big Brother 2025, how his faith guided him through the show and the ways it shaped his time in the house
Charlie Webster: ‘I nearly lost my life. People all over the world were praying for me’
The first woman to anchor a world heavyweight boxing championship has, in many ways, been fighting her whole life. The award winning broadcaster speaks about growing up in domestic violence, surviving sexual abuse, finding Christ – and the near-death experience that reorientated her life
This provocative book may unsettle church treasurers
If your goal is stable finances, you’ve misunderstood the gospel, argues Martyn Percy in his new book. Our reviewer says he makes a convincing case, challenging churches obsessed with their own survival to take radical risks instead
Don’t miss this impressive account of the Christian resistance fighters who defied Hitler
Jonathan Freedland’s new book account reveals how a tea party in 1943 Berlin exposed a network of high-society Germans – many motivated by Christian faith – who risked everything to resist Hitler’s regime
This Christian YouTuber thinks ambition can be godly. He makes a good case
Many Christians view ambition with suspicion, equating it with pride and worldly success. But musician and YouTuber Ruslan KD argues that pursuing your dreams can be a godly endeavour – if approached with the right heart and biblical foundations
Want to make disciples? This book will show you how
The leader of student ministry Fusion has written a brilliant handbook which provides a clear framework for fulfilling the Great Commission, says our reviewer
What did Jesus mean by ‘take my yoke’? This book explains
In Take My Yoke, former engineer turned church leader Chic Lidstone unpacks the deep meaning behind Jesus’ agrarian imagery, offering readers a journey into the Father’s embrace and true spiritual rest
Linguistic diversity is God’s blueprint, not his curse
This book challenges the idea that linguistic diversity is a curse, arguing instead that God delights in speaking through many languages—affirming his truth while honouring our distinct cultural identities
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Will Christian unity take a big leap forward in 2026?
As Premier Christian Radio and UCB join forces for a national day of prayer, and student ministries Fusion and UCCF reconcile after years of tension, a long prayed-for unity appears to be emerging in the UK Church. Is there more to come?
The A–Z of Christian news in 2025
From big baptisms to a controversial KFC advert; the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer to a new pontiff, it’s been an eventful 12 months for the global Church. Here’s our definitive guide
Meet the Kenyan Christians worshipping in the shadow of al-Shabaab
In the Kenyan town of Mandera, Christians live in daily fear of violence from Islamic militants crossing the border from Somalia. Journalist Simon Vera reports from the border town caught in the crosshairs and speaks to pastors and Christians who refuse to flee
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‘My life was changed in 3 minutes’ From evil criminal to God-fearing believer
Once an international drug smuggler fighting a murder charge, Paul Huggins walked into Lewes Crown Court expecting a lengthy sentence – but walked out with a miracle that changed everything
‘I was a Jehovah’s Witness drowning in debt at Christmas. When CAP told me about Jesus everything changed’
When Christians Against Poverty (CAP) arrived to help Jade, who was struggling to afford Christmas, they did more than ease her finances. They introduced her to the love of Christ
‘God used Premier Christian Radio to save my life’
Caroline Chalkley was addicted to drugs and in an abusive relationship when her radio broke – and got stuck on Premier. It led to a miraculous encounter on her kitchen floor that changed her life
From heroin addict to hope-bringer
Andy Moore’s traumatic childhood set him on a path that pushed his life to the brink and left him in a coma. Then, a second chance from God came in the form of a life-changing phone call
‘I refused to call a male paedophile ‘she’ and the NHS suspended me’
After refusing to use female pronouns to address a male paedophile who racially abused and threatened her on duty, Christian nurse Jennifer Melle was suspended by the NHS and made to face months of investigation and uncertainty. Having finally been cleared and reinstated this week, she shares her story in full
‘I turned my theology PhD into trading cards’
Michael Tang thought he was headed for a career as an academic. Instead, God called him to communicate Christian wisdom through an entirely different means. He urges Christians not to be frightened of thinking outside the box in order to make theology great again
‘Christian men pay for sex, too. I help them stop’
Around one in ten Christian men have paid for sex. Ben Scott explains how a free, non-judgemental path to recovery is helping to reduce sexual exploitation
‘Our family experienced tragedy at Christmas. But the light of Jesus can never be extinguished’
When Catherine Campbell’s brother died on Christmas Eve, a black cloud of grief instantly blanketed her home. But in the struggle, she nevertheless found that Christmas joy can always be found in Jesus
The founder and CEO: ‘Entrepreneurship forces me to trust God daily’
The Church is made up of Christians from a myriad of different professions, and yet their ordinary tales of God at work rarely get told. In this series, we bring you stories of faith from the frontline
‘I lived my entire Christian life unknowingly autistic. Then God showed me it was my superpower’
From childhood faith to the challenges of an undiagnosed autism, Robert Noble reflects on discovering his neurodivergent wiring was a God-given strength and a reminder that every kind of mind has a place in God’s kingdom
When rock meets Orthodoxy
An ancient Christian tradition is making surprising inroads into the world of alternative rock. From Lacey Sturm’s alt-metal to HolyName’s metalcore, musicians are finding depth, discipline and meaning in Eastern Orthodoxy. Mike Starkey explains what’s behind the trend
Struggling to pray? Here’s your guide to dry seasons
There are times when speaking to God feels like pulling teeth. But Christian tradition teaches that these desert experiences are common. Dr Chloe Lynch offers a practical guide on what to do about it
Why your spiritual practices should change with the seasons
Struggle to get up for your quiet time when the mornings are dark and cold? You’re not alone, says Emma Timms. If you want to grow spiritually in 2026, work with the season you’re in, not against it
Blessed are the thin? A Christian response to Ozempic
It is thought that 2.5m people in the UK are now buying weight loss drugs privately – including many Christians. But the Ozempic trend raises huge questions about body image, shame and what it means to be “fearfully and wonderfully made”, says Di Archer
5 places you wouldn’t expect to find a chaplain
From strip clubs to racecourses: meet the Christians taking God’s presence into places others fear to tread.
How I pray: 8 Christians share their tips
A variety of Christian leaders share their personal experiences of communing with God and offer fresh ideas on how to boost your prayer life in 2026
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