Evangelical Alliance Press Release

Welsh leaders praise new Evangelical Alliance head as of "the highest calibre"

New General Director has shaped some of the UK's most successful grass roots Church initiatives

New Evangelical Alliance head "A gift to the church in Scotland"

New General Director has shaped some of the UK's most successful grass roots Church initiatives

Northern Ireland leaders welcome champion of hope

New Evangelical Alliance General Director has shaped some of the UK's most successful grass roots Church initiatives.

Champion of hope appointed to Evangelical Alliance top job

New General Director has shaped some of the UK's most successful grass roots church initiatives

Innovation critical to the survival of Evangelicalism

Younger leaders urged to pave the way at an Evangelical Alliance conference

UK Zimbabwean leader supports Archbishop Sentamu and accuses British government of "irresponsible denial"

The General-Secretary of the Council of Zimbabwean Christian Leaders in the UK has accused the British government of “irresponsible denial” and said Minister Phil Woolas is “devoid of empathy.”

Evangelical Alliance tells churches 'Don't be a Stranger' to migrants in their communities

From Tongan rugby players in Wales to a Vietnamese boat person turned doctor in Norfolk – migrants’ stories will be featured through a special photographic exhibition challenging Christians to show Christmas spirit to strangers.

Social action and evangelism must not be separated, says World Evangelical Alliance Theology Commission

A worldwide commission of evangelical theologians has declared that Christians must not separate social action and evangelism, despite the tragic murder of Gayle Williams.

Evangelical Alliance welcomes Abortion reprieve in Northern Ireland

Plans to extend the 1967 Abortion Act to Northern Ireland through the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Bill have not been successful.

Micah Sunday sees worldwide Christian response

Micah Sunday has prompted hundreds of churches in the UK and thousands of churches worldwide to send a clear message to global leaders: keep your promises to help the poor.

Aussie challenges UK churches to be mission centred

Rev Mike Frost speaks at events about new forms of Church

Thousands of UK Christians to make a stand on Micah Sunday

This weekend, churches in the UK will send the Government a clear message: keep your promises to help the poor.

Bloggers sign up to the Ten Commandments of Blogging

Ten cyberspace commandments are to be posted online to give bloggers a moral edge in a virtual age.

"Greed is overshadowing our promises to the poor"

Christian leaders back Archbishops' criticism of financial immorality

Alliance addresses leadership vacuum

Mentoring and new media plans to help welcome in a new generation of leaders

Be bold, Edwards tells evangelicals at farewell

Outgoing Evangelical Alliance leader Reverend Joel Edwards has challenged evangelicals to be bold opinion shapers in his farewell speech to the Alliance council.

Micah Challenge keen to help bishops keep on marching to 2015

Christian anti-poverty coalition Micah Challenge is delighted to have supported 650 bishops of the Anglican Communion in their July 24 march against global poverty - and is challenging them to keep on marching all the way to 2015.

Northern Ireland groups question 'parachute' pro abortion amendment

Charities CARE, LIFE and Evangelical Alliance join growing number of voices opposing Pro-Abortion amendment.

“Churches are critical partners in reducing knife crime, says new report

‘Who is My Neighbour?’ report pleas for united action against gang-related crime

Joel Edwards challenges 'broken society' to recover moral compass

Evangelical Alliance response to David Cameron's social responsibility speech

Zimbabwean Christian Leaders in the UK call on people of faith to stand with the people of Zimbabwe

The Council of Zimbabwean Christian Leaders in the UK is calling on all people of faith to stand with the people of Zimbabwe.

MPs taste injustice at anti-poverty event

The status of some of Britain’s most powerful people was determined by a roll of the dice on Monday night (June 23), at a Micah Challenge event highlighting global poverty.

New Charity Commission will consider 'spiritual' benefit

Evangelical Alliance Northern Ireland delighted by Committee's decision to recognise intangible benefits of faith

Joel Edwards takes new roles with Faith Foundation and Micah Challenge International

The retiring General Director of the Evangelical Alliance will bring his passion for justice for the poor to two new roles as he joins Tony Blair's Faith Foundation and becomes the first International Director of Micah Challenge.

Churches should grasp the nettle and take on sectarianism, says Evangelical Alliance Northern Ireland

Alliance welcomes call by Consultative Group on the Past to build for a better future

Joel Edwards urges evangelicals not to flag in their efforts to support relief work in China and Myanmar

Encouragement to Christians to continue supporting relief work

Vulnerable lose protection as public opinion is ignored

The Evangelical Alliance expressed sadness and concern following the House of Commons' decisions

UK Black Church pioneer dies in Jamaica

Church leaders pay tribute to the Rev Dr Io Smith

MPs' report provides exciting vision of hope

Evangelical Alliance response to Faith in the Future

Alliance welcomes preservation of freedom of speech

The Government has kept a clause preserving freedom of speech in the Criminal Justice and Immigration Bill.

Christians unite to pray for Parliament and Government

Christians from across the nation will join together to pray in and around Westminster, as part of the Week of Prayer for Parliament and Government 6-11 May 2008.

Where is the next generation of church leaders?

Evangelical Alliance launches Slipstream: Leaders-in-Formation

London Mayoral Candidates recognise Christian contribution

Evangelical Alliance urges Christians to scale up engagement with politics

Evangelical Alliance Director calls on Christians to transform society

Evangelicals should be recognised as good news people, says Joel Edwards

Do they do God? London mayoral candidates to be grilled by Christians at hustings event

Christians will be asking mayoral candidates questions in a central London hustings

"Martin Luther King Jr's dream was premised on faith

Rev Joel Edwards challenges secularism at memorial service for civil rights activist

Restrictive recommendations could fracture community relations, says Evangelical Alliance Northern Ireland

Overly restrictive recommendations made by the Bill of Rights Forum could damage community relations instead of allowing rights and freedoms to flourish.

Sub-standard treatment of asylum seekers evident to churches, says Evangelical Alliance

UK churches can vouch for the sub-standard treatment of asylum seekers described in the Independent Asylum Commission’s interim report.

Christian campaigns legitimise Government efforts to end world poverty, says minister

Christian groups’ global campaigns against poverty have been praised by International Development Minister Douglas Alexander.

Evangelical Alliance thanks Prime Minister for free vote on Human tissue and Embryology Bill

Prime Minister has called MPs to use their vote wisely.

Joel Edwards calls for Christian unity in response to Jesus' sacrifice

Jesus' sacrifice on the cross should prompt Christians to put aside petty grudges and make a real show of unity this Easter, Joel Edwards has urged in his final Easter message as General Director of the Evangelical Alliance.

Theos Press Release

Over half of Britons believe Jesus rose from the dead.

Archbishop welcomes landmark report

Faith communities contributing over £2 billion to Britain

Faith communities contribute over £100 million to Welsh economy

Wales' First Minister welcomes “groundbreaking” research into the contribution of faith groups

Evangelical Alliance leader to leave after eleven years as General Director

The Reverend Joel Edwards, will be leaving his post as General Director of the Evangelical Alliance UK after more than a decade of valued service

Human Rights Bill not a sticking plaster to heal past wounds

That is the message from the Evangelical Alliance in its formal submission to the Northern Ireland Bill of Rights Forum.

Church leader calls for a 'ceasefire' following Sharia controversy

Joel Edwards argued for a ‘ceasefire’ in the recent hostilities between people of faith and secularists over religious belief and the rule of law.

Christians celebrate victory for local communities as super casino plans are scrapped

A ‘victory for local communities’ was heralded today by the Evangelical Alliance, as Andy Burnham MP, Secretary for Culture, Media and Sport, announced to Parliament that plans for super casinos will not go ahead.

Evangelical Alliance responds to UN report

"Immigration minister should meet with the Church"

UN report asks 'hard questions' about sectarianism and religion

A UN report on religion and belief in Northern Ireland asks hard questions about religion and sectarianism, the Evangelical Alliance Northern Ireland has said.

Sharia law- Christians invited to help set the agenda

The Evangelical Alliance is inviting Christians to use its website to help set the agenda for discussions on faith and the law following the Archbishop of Canterbury’s controversial lecture last week.

Christian leaders call for more Black male teachers

“Black teachers play crucial role for young Black men” say BCLF

Wider debate sought on abolition of law of blasphemy

The Evangelical Alliance has welcomed plans for a Government consultation on proposals to abolish the law relating to blasphemy.

Resist aggression towards those who belittle our faith

Rev Joel Edwards presents his Christmas message 2007

First ever religious knowledge poll conducted in Northern Ireland

Poll upsets stereotype that NI is more religious than the South. Low levels of religious knowledge in both communities. However, levels of knowledge among NI Protestants/Evangelicals markedly lower than among NI Catholics.

"Marginalising Christianity would be a tragedy for society"

Evangelical Alliance responds to "Christianophobia" debate

Churches and Charity Commission announce completion of model governing documents

Independent churches and the Charity Commission tackle transparency and accountability in new legal reforms

An 'outstanding pioneer' of Christian faith

Evangelical Alliance pays tribute to Rob Frost of Share Jesus International

Joel Edwards announced Commissioner to the Equality and Human Rights Commission

Rev Joel Edwards, General Director of the Evangelical Alliance, has been appointed as a commissioner to the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC).

New Christian information web page goes live

Evangelical Alliance launches online Alliance Notice Board

Abortion report should be discredited , says Evangelical Alliance

A biased committee report has sacrificed the rights of the unborn child to further a pro-abortion agenda, the Evangelical Alliance has said.

Prime Minister to work with Christian leaders to address community issues

Gordon Brown agreed to work with the Black Christian Leaders Forum during a meeting in Downing Street on Thursday 25 October.

"Unethical committee sets a dangerous precedent"

Evangelical Alliance responds to Abortion Act review

Incitement of hatred law should not curtail free speech, says Evangelical Alliance

Any new incitement to hatred law should be written with care to avoid intolerance of free speech, the Evangelical Alliance has said following Government proposals this week.

Incitement of hatred law should not curtail free speech, says Evangelical Alliance

Any new incitement to hatred law should be written with care to avoid intolerance of free speech, the Evangelical Alliance has said following Government proposals this week.

Government on trial over Gambling Act

Gambling prevalence survey announces quarter of a million problem gamblers

Respond with Respect

Evangelical Alliance urges Christians following review of Sexual Orientation Regulations

Animal Human Hybrids: Sidelining Parliament and People

Press release from CARE

New Churches in Mission Director at the Evangelical Alliance

Dr Krish Kandiah joins the team

Interviewer's ignorance puts Christian asylum seekers' lives in danger

“How do you cook a turkey for Christmas?” asked as evidence of religious conversion

Gambling review a winner, says Evangelical Alliance

A super-casino would stack the odds against regeneration and any review of this is to be welcomed, the Evangelical Alliance has said.

Evangelical Alliance urges Gordon Brown to be a values champion

The new Prime Minister is called to stand up for justice, family and freedom of conscience during his premiership.

New web tools bring Theology into everyday life

Evangelical Alliance launches Friday Night Theology and Conversations in Public Theology

Church Leaders and Irish League Players Blow the Whistle on Global Poverty

An 'unfair' football match will kick off at George Best's former primary school to 'blow the whistle' on global poverty at 11am on Thursday 17 May.

Local Evangelical Fellowships help Christians engage

Events are taking place in Manchester and Bristol to encourage Christians to engage with their community

Prime Minister 'fails to recognise' schemes to tackle gang culture

The Prime Minister's comments about Black communities did not recognise the work Black Churches are doing to tackle criminal gangs

Hope and redemption are more powerful than reparations

Easter message from the Rev Joel Edwards, General Director of the Evangelical Alliance

House of Lords vote on casinos is a boost for local communities

The House of Lords has rejected Government proposals on gambling

Africans and Caribbeans 'alienated' by Westminster Abbey service, say Church leaders

Abolition commemoration was a ‘missed opportunity’ for reconciliation

The legacy of the slave trade should be a modern justice call

Slave trade legacy should inspire today’s Christians to demand justice for the poor and oppressed

Christians should continue to deliver public services until the law stops them

Evangelical Alliance response to new equality laws

Evangelical Alliance calls Christians to pray over SORs debate

Christians should join in prayer as the House of Lords makes a decision on the Sexual Orientation Regulations

Charity leader tells Government to spend money on poverty, not arms

Challenge comes as ‘Blow the Whistle’ anti-poverty campaign launched

Christians unite to 'Blow the Whistle' on global poverty

Archbishop John Sentamu backs challenge to UK Government

Wales' first faith audit announced

First Minister welcomes "groundbreaking" research into faith communities' contribution

Gambling rules show Government double standards, says Evangelical Alliance

The relaxed rules will allow the first TV and radio commercials for gambling facilities.

Response to the Equality Act (Sexual Orientation) Regulations 2007

Christianity is not a private faith

Evangelical Alliance welcomes debate on public benefit

Churches and religious charities have nothing to fear following the publication of new Charity Commission guidance relating to the requirement for every charity to show it is for the public benefit

Christian leaders call for long-term solution to gun crime

Christian leaders are calling on politicians to avoid a knee-jerk reaction to the problems of gun crime.

Hierarchy of rights pushes religion to the bottom

Christian Magistrate loses claim before employment tribunal

Community will continue battle against violence

2,000-strong prayer walk is not the end

Gun Crime - London Church leaders call torch-lit walk of peace

Hundreds of Christians unite in a prayer walk through London.

Christians call on all communities to work together to tackle gun crime

Church leaders express their sorrow following the shootings in south London over the past two weeks.

Evangelical Alliance condemns increase in casinos

Manchester super-casino 'poor choice for the poor'.

Evangelical Alliance response to Newsnight “witchcraft” report

The Evangelical Alliance unreservedly condemns all forms of child abuse, and considers any accusation of witchcraft levelled at a child to be abusive, immoral and unbiblical.

Evangelical Alliance says politicians should not be criticised for their faith

Comments as pressure mounts on Communities Secretary Ruth Kelly over Catholic adoption agencies and SORs.

House of Lords' decision on Sexual Orientation Regulations

Evangelical Alliance response to the decision taken on 09 January

Evangelical Alliance speaks out on Sexual Orientation Regulations

SORs could threaten civil and religious liberties

Evangelical Alliance backs Exeter University Christian Union

Alliance supports freedom of speech, belief and association

Evangelical Alliance welcomes new Head of Theology

Dr Justin Thacker joins the team

Israel - peace at a price

Christmas message from the Rev Joel Edwards, General Director of the Evangelical Alliance UK

Evangelical Alliance and Care welcome Conservative leader's comments on family

We welcome Cameron's comments in response to the 'Breakdown Britain' report

Alliance welcomes Prime Minister's statement on slavery

A wish to use this opportunity to remember the past, but also to learn lessons for the future

British Airways uniform policy call

Evangelical Alliance joins calls on British Airways to re-think uniform policy

Protection against harassment for Christians

Evangelical Alliance Northern Ireland seeks protection against harassment for Christians.

Advent Prayer Guide

Advent Prayer Guide addresses slavery, past and present

Champions of Respect

National awards honour young people who make a difference

Respect!!

National awards show positive side of young people

Evangelical Alliance responds to Sunday Telegraph's poor journalism

Response article to Jonathan Wynne-Jones' 'Christians ask if force is needed to protect their religious values'

Evangelical Alliance challenges Islam to engage in debate without intimidation

Launch of major 'Faith and Nation' report

Evangelical Alliance launches major 'Faith and Nation' report

Call on Prince Charles to become 'Defender of the Faith'

Tribute to former Evangelical Alliance General Secretary

Rev Gilbert Kirby (1914-2006)

CARE and the Evangelical Alliance welcomes Cameron's commitment to marriage and the family

David Cameron supports marriage and family in his recent speech

Decision to drop court case against Stephen Green welcomed

Evangelical Alliance affirms that freedom of speech is a historic right

Trevor Phillips is announced as head of Commission for Equality and Human Rights

Evangelical Alliance welcomes his appointment

Evangelical Alliance aims to connect young people with theology

Bishop of Maidstone warns young people are ignorant of Christian beliefs

Evangelical Alliance launches online resource for personnel managers

Web pages give advice to those with HR/personnel responsibilities

Three Indonesian Christians sentenced to death

Open Doors and the Evangelical Alliance calls for a complete review of the case

Evangelical Alliance welcomes High Court decision on 'Gay Marriage'

Decision upholds family values vital to a stable society

Evangelical Alliance challenges Government 'double standards' on Casino advertising

No such thing as ‘socially responsible’ advertising of gambling

Evangelical Alliance launches second annual Champions of Respect awards for young people

General Director of Evangelical Alliance calls for fresh approach to build respect

General Director of Evangelical Alliance UK receives Honorary Doctorate

Rev Joel Edwards receives the award in Jamaica

Perth Minister takes up role as Head of Scottish Evangelical Alliance

Rev Dr Fred Drummond begins on 01 July

Global Day of Prayer Event

Londoners gather to celebrate Pentecost

Evangelical Alliance alarm at Kirk's decision on same-sex blessings

The Scottish Evangelical Alliance has today expressed dismay at the news of the decision from the Church of Scotland's general assembly

Churches encouraged to play key role as Councils consider licensing new casinos

Around 40 local authorities have heard today whether they have reached the next stage of the bid for Casino licenses.

Evangelical Alliance welcomes Lords decision to reject Joffe Bill

The Evangelical Alliance welcomed the decision of the House of Lords today to reject Lord Joffe's Assisted Dying Bill.

‘Churches and Charity Commission announce proposals to make Church leaders more accountable’

Independent churches and the Charity Commission tackle transparency and accountability in new legal reforms.

Global day of prayer celebration announced

Exciting London prayer event joins Londoners with millions of Christians across the Globe

Joel Edwards appointed Chair of Churches Media Council

General Director of the Evangelical Alliance is to formally take over as Chair of the Churches Media Council in June.

'Redeeming our Communities'

Churches, police and politicians in national campaign.

Christians urged to press for end to human rights abuses in Belarus

Urging Christians to pray and act on this key religious liberty issue

Evangelical Alliance calls for more palliative care for the terminally ill

Christians urged to sign on-line petition to stop ‘euthanasia by back door’

Wales most God-fearing region in the UK

National survey highlights how Welsh still honour the Bible and fear hell-fire and brimstone

7 in 10 say Christian values are good for society

National survey challenges perception that Christianity is in decline

Oh Happy Day!

Poll reveals Christians are happiest people in the country

New General Secretary for Scotland is announced

New leader of Evangelical Alliance Scotland

New resource helps churches negotiate Gender Recognition Act

Key advice in a new booklet produced by the Evangelical Alliance and Parakaleo Ministry

Theology for a new generation

A new theology initiative is announced

Evangelical Alliance welcomes initial attempts to tackle problem gambling

Welcoming new proposals recently published by the Gambling Commission

Proposed Anti-Discrimination Regulations Pose Challenge for Government and Religious Groups

A cautious welcome to the announcement on Monday by the Women and Equality Unit of the DTI consultation ‘Getting Equal: Proposals to Outlaw Sexual Orientation Discrimination in the Provision of Goods and Services'

Personnel survey highlights Christian leaders need for more training

Two out of three Christian leaders are failing to truly inspire their employees according to a recent HR investigation carried out by the Evangelical Alliance.

Joel Edwards challenges Government on Respect Agenda

'Respect is a state of mind and the responsibility of the State'

"Repentance is a good first step" says Joel Edwards

Comment in response to Church of England slavery apology

Respect is what you say about me – third of four lectures

Rev. Joel Edwards setting out Respect Agenda

Victory for free speech

Shock defeat for the Government’s Racial and Religious Hatred Bill.

The Evangelical Alliance and Premier Christian Radio ask the nation ‘What’s God doing?’

Ground-breaking survey aims to discover how God is at work in the UK

Re-designed Evangelical Alliance Website

Aims to be essential port of call for enquirers on evangelical issues in the UK

Evangelical Alliance warns return to previous Racial and Religious Hatred Bill proposals poses major threat

We urge you to contact your MP

Evangelicals unite to alert Christians to the threats posed by political and legal agendas

Details of THE AGENDA national tour

“Dawkins’ programme viciously biased against faith communities ” says Evangelical Alliance

Reaction to the two-part programme

“You’re more than the bling in your ring”, says Joel Edwards

The General Director raps society’s addiction to materialism as part of the next phase of his respect campaign

Evangelical Alliance questions Government ‘respect’ plans

There is a danger that the respect agenda will turn into a political gimmick

Evangelicals concerned by new gambling chief's 'liberal' attitude to gaming

Mr Peter Dean suggested the Gambling Commission will be a laissez faire regulator.

Christmas - fact or fiction?

10 key points for those who doubt the Christmas story

Government minister praises evangelical Christian contribution to international aid and debt relief

Government minister, Gareth Thomas MP, praised evangelical Christians in December for their commitment to keeping debt relief and aid to developing countries at the top of the Government’s agenda.

Government Minister praises evangelical Christian contribution to international aid and debt relief

Gareth Thomas MP spoke at a meeting on 13 December.

Taking to the airwaves on Premier Christian Radio

Evangelical Alliance now a weekly contributor to Premier Radio

Evangelical Alliance welcomes guilty verdict in Anthony Walker murder trial

The Evangelical Alliance lent their support to the Walker family today as the jury at Preston Crown Court, sitting in Liverpool, delivered a guilty verdict in the murder trial of Anthony Walker.

Government Minister calls on evangelicals to help tackle issues of international justice and disaster relief

Gareth Thomas MP to meet with evangelicals on 13 December

Evangelical Alliance highlights concerns over Equality Bill

The Government seems likely to insist on its reinstatement in the Commons

Evangelical Alliance hails success of fifth Temple Address

The Archbishop of Canterbury speaks about respect.

Champions of Respect

Winners of the Champions of Respect Awards and the Anthony Walker Memorial Prize

A welcome of 'Peers’ vote for free speech safeguards in Government’s hatred Bill

Racial and religious hatred legislation