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Ageism is not from the Bible – and it shouldn’t exist in our churches or society
It’s a social construct that brings together stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination. And the way things are going, sooner or later, most of us will experience ageism throughout society, and even in the church. It comes from poor examples set for us by others in their attitudes and use of…
Alex Drew
Heart Behind the Art: an interview with Cath Woolridge
“Hope, not hype” is what revival is all about, says Cath – and it’s clear that undeterred hope is what’s fuelling her bubbly personality too. Cath’s ministry springs from a willingness to “remain” in the quiet, alone with God, His word, her journal and her imagination. She seeks to be part of the…
Helen Locke
Be a catalyst for change
Coming as a young boy from Antigua to the UK at the tender age of six, how did that impact you and how did you adapt to the change? Navigating change from such a young age, experiencing cultural shifts, change in climate and experiencing racism were all things I had to contend with. But change is…
Nicola Morrison
Changing the trajectory: combatting the homeless crisis
As the cost of living crisis bites, our streets and communities are changing, with the most vulnerable feeling the impact the hardest. For those of us who haven’t experienced homelessness, it’s hard to imagine what it would be like. Tragically, homelessness is a reality for hundreds of thousands…
Matthew Hawthorne
Cultural renewal
They cared for the sick, built the first hospitals and preserved the scriptures and ancient classics for future generations. They were in the forefront of the development of schools and universities, of good laws and justice for the poor, of care for children and minority groups. They championed…
David Stroud
A prayer for peace and mercy
Join us in a prayer for peace and mercy over the situation in Israel and Gaza
Being Human S4 E10 - Justin Brierley
Is the tide turning on a belief in God? Are we witnessing a wave of curiosity towards the Christian story? In this episode, Jo and Peter sit down with the renowned author and former host of the Unbelievable? podcast, Justin Brierley, to delve into his latest book, The Surprising Rebirth of Belief…
Being Human S4 E11 - The Being Human book
We take a break from the interviews for this one-off special episode marking the release of our co-hosts Jo and Peter’s book: Being Human: A new lens for our cultural conversations. Who am I? Does my life matter? What will make me happy? From our politics to churches, from media to the…
Abortion rates have almost doubled in NI in the last three years since abortion law was changed
In response to a FOI request made by Both Lives Matter, the Department of Health have revealed that (as of 23rd May 2023) 5,648 abortions have taken place in NI since the abortion law was changed. Dawn McAvoy, Both Lives Matter lead said, “Nearly 6,000 abortions on average across the three years…
What’s happening with the government’s conversion therapy plans?
Since the government announced in 2018 that they would bring forward plans to end conversion therapy there has been a lot of talk, but very little action. The plans have been at times supported and rejected by different prime ministers. Theresa May was for a plan, Boris Johnson was too until he…
Danny Webster
How can the intercultural church remember together — when our history and experiences are different?
So, how should different communities remember collective history? Should we employ historical amnesia, where we try to block out the past because it is too painful? Or disengage because it is a part of history detached from us or foreign to our experience? Or only acknowledge the past that we want…
Rev Dr Israel Oluwole Olofinjana
Fame, shame and the love of God: reflections on the passing of Matthew Perry
Beloved by millions, he was one of the six best Friends of a generation – multiple generations, in fact. And yet his insecurities and his self-doubt have been well documented, and in recent years he was incredibly open about his struggles with drug and alcohol addiction. Matthew Perry was not the…
Jo Frost
The King’s Speech: 21 new bills but no mention of conversion therapy
“My ministers’ focus is on increasing economic growth and safeguarding the health and security of the British people for generations to come”, said King Charles III. Put another way, the King’s Speech was all centred around an upcoming general election next year. The accompanying briefing note…
Alicia Edmund
Evangelical parents are dissatisfied with relationship and sex education in English schools
RSHE is an area of significant interest, and often concern, for many of our members – particularly those who are parents, carers, children’s or youth workers. As the UK Government reviews its guidance into RSHE across schools in England, the Evangelical Alliance is seeking to be a voice for…
Nicola Martin
The Stir Course
The Stir Course is a set of interactive sessions designed to use in your outreach context.It helps people to discover their soul through experience......then introduces them to God and the person of Jesus before offering an invitation to make a faith commitment. HOW THE STIR COURSE WORKS Each…
