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Christianity will always be relevant and essential to our society
Despite the decline shown in the latest census figures, practicing Christians are essential to our society and fulfil a key role, says the Evangelical Alliance. Identifying as a Christian is moving from being a cultural label to showing those who actively follow Jesus. Results from the 2021 Census…
He is greater: Advent prayers
This advent, join us in prayer as we lift our focus to reflect on His hope, peace, joy and love
2021 Census: Implications for public theology and the mission of the church
The Census data revealed that for the first time in England and Wales, less than half of the population (46.2%) describe themselves as “Christian”, a 13.1% decrease from 2011. Despite this decrease, “Christian” remained the most common response to the religion question. “No religion” was the second…
Rev Dr Israel Oluwole Olofinjana
He is the God of a brighter tomorrow
After learning her story of suddenly and unexpectedly losing her husband two years ago, I couldn’t help but be further endeared towards her and the beautiful qualities she emulates as she enthusiastically runs staff away days and leads the team’s weekly prayer meetings. Her steadfast faith on…
Nicola Morrison
Hope is the antidote
What struck me was that this trajectory starts in suffering but instead of ending in sorrow or sadness or despair, it ends in hope. In the mysterious ways of God, suffering doesn’t strip away hope, but ultimately produces it. Surely that cannot be right? It is when I suffer that I often feel most…
Natalie Williams
Leaving a legacy of hope
In fact, ever since 1846, the people of this alliance have been sowing gospel seeds, promoting religious freedom, and speaking up for the marginalised. They may not have seen all the fruits of their labour, but there is no doubt that their work has benefited…
Rev Wendy Pawsey
Westminster: our work is not done – what does this mean for 2023?
The honest answer is “no-one knows” and anyone who is 100% convinced that there will or will not be an election have not learnt from the unpredictable year we have just had as a nation. In the conversations I have had with policy advisers and MPs there is now a settled thought that the political…
Alicia Edmund
Interview: Scotland public policy highlights, and what’s new in Holyrood for 2023
Of all the nations, I would say Scotland and the Scottish parliament has been the most active in introducing and consulting on new legislation. What are some of the different policy areas you have worked on this past year? Yes, it has been a very busy year in Scotland. We are part of the Scottish…
Alicia Edmund
Political stalemate in Northern Ireland must end in 2023
The power-sharing arrangements in the Belfast Good Friday Agreement set out rules that both a first and deputy first minister must be occupied for an executive to exist and government business to proceed. Should one role become vacant then the entire executive falls. The May 2022 election result…
Alicia Edmund
'Always': A prayer for the new year
A prayer to thank God for His faithfulness through the ups and downs of the past year, and to ask for His help to be faithful in the next
Unshackled
“I was in prison, and you came to visit me.” Stephen James, director of prison ministry for Christianity Explored Ministries and the lead trainer for The Prisoner’s Journey, begins the training session with a deeply personal reminder of the impact of reaching out to prisoners – like himself.…
Louanne Enns
Intercultural Church Conference
Keynote speaker, Rev. Dr. Israel Oluwole Olofinjana, the Director of One People Commission and the E.A., equips the conference in the development of Intercultural churches in the UK.
Education resources and links
As Christian mums, dads, or carers we have a significant opportunity to encourage and disciple our children as part of their education during this time. We hope these resources help you do this by God's grace and for His glory. Resources from our members Care for the Family Top Tips for Christian…
What the government must consider in its upcoming conversion therapy bill
Legislating in this area is fraught with risks of restricting individual freedoms, conversations between parents and children, and the everyday practices of churches. We know this from legislation passed in different parts of the world, from proposals considered across the UK, and legal opinions…
Danny Webster
The relational God: A prayer for February
A prayer for inspiration, boldness and opportunities to share our faith by how we act in our friendships and everyday encounters
