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'Going, Going, Gone?' The Church of England and LGBTQ Part 1

Lisa Nolland Mon 23 Oct 2023 11:54 BST

For some idea of what to expect in the Church of England as it moves towards same-sex blessings, we can look to the Church in Wales.

There are lessons for Western democracies and the Church from Australia's contentious Voice referendum

David Robertson | Mon 23 Oct 2023 11:09 BST

Although the Voice referendum will hardly register outside Australia, despite all the hyperbole, it was important and there are lessons to be learned for all Western democracies and the Church.
The 'other Reformation'

Martyn Whittock | Sun 22 Oct 2023 9:34 BST

The Swiss model was radical in its impact but did not fundamentally disturb the economic status quo. However, there were others who felt that the challenge to the Catholic Church was only the start of a much more radical reordering of society. Their version of the Reformation is often forgotten.
If the Conservative government's conversion therapy ban criminalises pastors, they deserve to lose office

Julian Mann | Fri 20 Oct 2023 9:16 BST

Orthodox Christian pastors are particularly vulnerable from this legislation.
Taylor Swift's fanbase serves as a model of devotion to people of faith

Sam Brown | Thu 19 Oct 2023 12:47 BST

Though many scoff at the besottedness of her fans, the challenge is to observe this cultural phenomenon and think about how it could shape our daily lives.
The reality of ending poverty

Noirine Khaitsa | Tue 17 Oct 2023 14:47 BST

We must keep hope alive. Even when it seems like we are making little progress, every small demonstration of progress means that lives are being changed and that is what leads to great change.
A Christian response to our secular world

Martin Davie | Mon 16 Oct 2023 7:44 BST

Christians should challenge those who hold to a secular worldview as to whether they really want to believe in a world without God.
Israel's assault on Gaza and Christian just war theory

Martin Davie | Fri 13 Oct 2023 7:44 BST

The seven just war criteria give us a Christian framework for determining whether war is being waged justly.
The CEEC responds to bishops' dissent on Prayers of Love and Faith

John Dunnett | Thu 12 Oct 2023 15:52 BST

A response from Rev Canon John Dunnett, National Director of the Church of England Evangelical Council (CEEC), to the letter by 11 Church of England bishops dissenting from the House of Bishop's announcement on Monday commending Prayers of Love and Faith for same-sex couples and a process towards their authorisation under canon law.
I weep for Israel but no tears will be shed for truly evil Hamas

Irene Lancaster | Thu 12 Oct 2023 10:20 BST

Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster comments on the despicable terror attacks perpetrated by Hamas on Israel.
Six ways your church can help older people stay connected

Peter Crumpler | Thu 12 Oct 2023 7:52 BST

Millions of older people in the UK, the US and other countries are not internet users – and it's becoming harder for them to access basic services.
CofE conservatives cannot stop same-sex blessings from becoming facts on the ground

Julian Mann | Wed 11 Oct 2023 7:28 BST

Despite appearances, Church of England conservatives have not won a victory after the bishops announced that new services of blessing for same-sex couples now require two-thirds majorities in General Synod.
It's time to be blunt about Andy Stanley and gay Christians

Michael Brown | Tue 10 Oct 2023 13:33 BST

I do my best to be sensitive in the language I use, not wanting to drive people away from a life-giving message because of controversial terminology. Yet there are times when being blunt is essential, and now is one of those times.