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The coronation from a Jewish perspective

Irene Lancaster Sat 13 May 2023 6:48 BST

Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on the coronation of King Charles III from a Jewish perspective.

Was the coronation sermon any good?

David Robertson | Sat 13 May 2023 6:13 BST

The coronation of King Charles III was unquestionably a great opportunity to proclaim the Gospel in front of billions and it was set up beautifully. But the confusing and banal nature of the sermon means that it must be marked down as a missed golden opportunity.
Hollywood, exorcisms and evil

Gavin Ashenden | Fri 12 May 2023 6:38 BST

Hollywood's relationship with evil is a complex one.
God and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3

Josh Hinton | Fri 12 May 2023 6:12 BST

There is an uncharacteristically metaphysical - even spiritual - dimension to Guardians 3
The problem with King Charles's coronation prayer

Julian Mann | Wed 10 May 2023 6:30 BST

The King's prayer was part of the surrounding small print but the spiritual direction it sign-posted is not small.
The importance of discipleship in a world that is hostile to Christ

Campbell Campbell-Jack | Mon 8 May 2023 16:40 BST

If we are to face the dangers of increasing hostility toward those who hold biblical beliefs in the midst of a deteriorating culture and society, we will have to dig deep.
A coronation for all

Campbell Campbell-Jack | Sat 6 May 2023 6:22 BST

The history, symbolism, and importance of this unique ritual can be and, indeed, are significant for all, regardless of faith.
What do Old Testament kings, the title of Christ, and the most sacred part of the coronation service have in common?

Martyn Whittock | Fri 5 May 2023 7:36 BST

The answer, of course, is anointing with oil.
Dear King Charles

David Robertson | Fri 5 May 2023 6:47 BST

In your coronation oath you are going to solemnly promise "to the utmost of your power maintain the Laws of God and the true profession of the Gospel". And to "the utmost of your power maintain in the United Kingdom the Protestant Reformed Religion established by law". These are solemn promises. We pray that our gracious God will help you fulfil them.
GAFCON IV and the revolution in world Anglicanism

Martin Davie | Thu 4 May 2023 6:37 BST

The old Anglican order has gone, and Lambeth needs to accept this reality.
Repression of women points to worsening religious freedom trends abroad

Nury Turkel, Abraham Cooper | Thu 4 May 2023 6:29 BST

Denying religious freedom and women's rights go hand-in-hand.
Why is the coronation service set within the order of the Eucharist?

Martyn Whittock | Thu 4 May 2023 6:25 BST

In many ways, it is Communion, rather than crowns, that is the most important and counter-cultural aspect of the coronation service. That is a very challenging message.
Can a Christian have a demon?

Michael Brown | Wed 3 May 2023 5:48 BST

As the subject of deliverance and demons has come front and center in recent days, I wanted to state clearly what I do and do not believe, in keeping with the views I have held for decades.