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NOW CLOSED: What the proposed Protect Duty might mean for churches
This is a laudable aim, and we support the Government in attempting to provide safety and security for the public; however, some of the proposals within the Protect Duty may not only fail to achieve this aim but may have a detrimental impact on churches. The proposals follow a campaign for…
Sunday schools protected in key religious freedom victory
The Government has abandoned plans to register and inspect out-of-school education settings, announcing this in a report on their call for evidence released today. In so doing, they have taken an important step to protect religious freedom. In deciding not to pursue their proposals to register…
Climate justice: a priority for young adults but not the church?
Draining fossil fuels reserves, paired with over consumption and disposability, we’ve stretched our planet to the point where we run into a planetary resource deficit every year, reaching into our earthly bank account at a rate which we cannot replenish. This isn't, however, just a creation issue.…
Laura Young
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
Responding in recovery
However, as March came to an end and April moved us deeper into lockdown, it became more and more apparent that this was unlikely to happen. It was difficult and painful. My hopes and dreams for my wedding day were unravelling as quickly as new coronavirus cases were rising. We’ve all had our lives…
Rachel Arnold
£1m boost to help churches and charities 'grow lives'
Allchurches Trust launched its £1m Growing Lives grants programme in May this year, which is aimed at helping churches build lasting links with local families and support the next generation to reach their potential.Some 21 projects have received a share of £276,487 of funding in the first wave of…
Emma Smith
England: Legal restrictions on church gatherings set to end
The Prime Minister has set out how England would proceed to step 4 (the removal of all legal limits on social contact) from 19 July. Advice will replace most legal restrictions and decisions on whether to uphold certain measures will be left to personal conscience. Despite case numbers continuing…
Danny Webster
Evangelical Alliance calls for "long-term solutions" for persecuted Christians worldwide at International Freedom of Religion or Belief Conference
The Evangelical Alliance urges the government not to miss the opportunity to demonstrate international leadership and protect the vulnerable communities of persecuted Christians around the world during the International Freedom of Religion or Belief Conference (FoRB), hosted by the UK Government in…
Advent reflection: Love
God is lovePretty simple reallyCos God gives us perfect love freelyPerfect love in the shape of a cross means my wrongs get crossed offHe gave up His crownCame down from above to do what we couldn’tThat’s gospel, good news, that is perfect loveBut to do life in Christ who paid our feeIs to do life…
Dai Woolridge
Christianity belongs in the classroom too
The answer is no. But, how can we help pupils make authentic choices about what to believe and what to value? On Monday, 26 August, Scotland-wide charity Christian Values in Education Scotland launched a free online resource based on the three key needs for schools its work has identified. 1.…
Richard Coton
Reopening of church buildings: what now?
In his statement to parliament on 23 June the Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, also announced that wedding ceremonies in England will be able to take place from the 4 July with a cap of 30 people. Alongside this are other changes permitting the reopening of restaurants, pubs and many, but not all,…
Danny Webster
Creating a safe space where young people can flourish
Each week, we have more than 100 young people connect with our youth groups. We offer a range of activities, from residential trips away to first aid training, from sports to baking classes. Our heart is to build deep trust-filled relationships with young people so that God’s kingdom is made…
Mark Hand
Through the Roof: painting a picture of a Church that Cares
The Christian pan-disability charity Through the Roof has just released its latest publication, A Church That Cares - What does good pastoral care look like for families affected by disability? A Church that Cares is full of concrete suggestions and examples to make the task seem less daunting.…
One People Commission launches new resource: Visions of Justice and Hope
A new resource by the One People Commission and South Asian Forum launches today. Visions of Justice and Hope explores one of the most contested cultural questions of our time: What does it mean to be human and a Person of Colour? Complete with a small group study guide, Visions of Justice and Hope…
New lockdown rules: what does it mean for churches?
There are a number of places where more than six people can attend at the same time, and this includes places of worship. Therefore, church services can go ahead as long as they operate according to the Government’s guidance, with social distancing maintained and other hygiene measures in place.…
Danny Webster
