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How did the Reformation change the church?
Well, perhaps. Actually it’s not entirely clear that he did it himself rather than sending a servant. It was a perfectly normal way of communicating – a bit like blogging. And it took a little while before the implications of the 95 short statements –about how the Pope couldn’t forgive sins through…
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The 9 - 5 with Ifor Williams
Twice president of The Baptist Union of Wales, Ifor Williams was a Baptist minister in Broad Haven for more than 20 years and part of the founding teams for New Wine Cymru and Waleswide. He now works in Breconshire supporting rural communities going through difficult times. Ifor is author of Open…
Rebecca Taylor
Tithing: how should we do it?
Israel Olofinjana, a Baptist pastor in London, inspires us with examples of African Church's approach and looks at how financial gifts are seen as giving back to God all He has blessed us with.'Offering time is blessing time!' is one of the strap lines used during the collection of offering and…
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John Kirkby reflects on giving
John Kirkby pioneered Christians Against Poverty (CAP) in the 1990's in order to help the many affected by debt who found themselves facing eviction and unable to cope. Setting up budgeting systems and negotiating with creditors, John was able to offer vital help to those in need.Four CAP debt…
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Girls’ Brigade gives hope in Manchester
Inspired by one of my work colleagues, who said she was making a few hearts for #AHEART4MCR, I got on board with members of my group, 4- to 14-year-olds, who made 125 hearts as part of the one-year anniversary of the tragic terrorist attack, as well as to mark Girls' Brigade's 125th anniversary.I…
Donna Curtis-Robbins
Bible Society: Lyfe
Each spiritual formation resource draws deeply on the Scriptures and spiritual practices that have inspired and sustained Christians throughout the centuries. Individuals Each day we post a morning encounter, a midday meditation and an evening reflection.
Scripture Union: Light Party Pack
Halloween presents a great opportunity for us to engage with our communities and to share the good news of Jesus. This could be a Light Party at your church or it could be a small gathering in your home for the families in your street. Let's think about who needs to hear the good news and how we…
Christian Vision for Men: The Gathering
It's fun, it's life changing, it's THE standout event for guys. The Gathering features live comedy, cool cars, 5-a-side football, bar, live music, walking football, huge inflatables, bar games, volleyball, axe throwing, relevant Bible teaching, great worship, quad bikes, great speakers, life…
Diversity in leadership
I recently read an article discussing Clarks shoes. A girls’ range, which features hearts inside and is called Dolly Babe, has now been discontinued following complaints. The boy’s range, which features footballs inside, is named Leader and it remains in stock. Controversy over genderised…
Abi Jarvis
Director Elfed Godding will leave the Evangelical Alliance in September
Elfed Godding will step down as national director for Wales and coalitions at the Evangelical Alliance at the end of September to embark on a new phase of ministry. After a three-year period seeking God's will for the next chapter in his life and service, Elfed announced in May that after 19 years…
Christianity Explored Ministries: Discipleship Explored
Discipleship Explored helps followers of Jesus turn up the gospel soundtrack to their lives.
Southgate and Trump: leadership in an age of extremes
England's football manager Gareth Southgate will don his waistcoat one more time in this World Cup when England take to the stage against Belgium on Saturday to decide who comes third at the World Cup. It's not the finale he would have wanted and as performances exceeded expectations, not the one…
Danny Webster
Refuel 2018 was a success. Bring on 2019!
“Then sings my soul, my saviour God to thee, how great thou art, how great thou art.” This was the first hymn that was sung at the opening of Refuel 18, and the voices of more than 800 people glorifying God together certainly set the tone for what was to come over the course of the week. The…
Andrea Carvalho
Welcomed into divine community
On 8 July 2013, 29,000 Californian prisoners launched a hunger strike, the largest jail protest the state had ever seen. Their cause? California's use of solitary confinement, which saw some inmates held for decades with almost no human contact. Psychologists deemed it tantamount to torture.Last…
Derek Burnside
The language of abuse
Abuse is becoming an all too common news headline, happening in a variety of settings. Sadly, this includes the church. The recent case involving a Church of England vicar and a survey by CCPAS have highlighted the need for more action in this area.Dr Tani Omideyi, chair of the Evangelical Alliance…
