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Learn to listen, listen to learn: The sacred discipline of listening
In scripture, listening is not merely the prelude to speaking – it is a virtue in its own right. Proverbs is blunt in its warning: "He who answers a matter before he hears it, it is folly and shame to him” (Proverbs 18:13, NKJV). In other words, there is something inherently unwise, even…
Duncan Williams
Labour's plan for British renewal and our thoughts on digital ID cards
In this week’s episode of Cross Section, we explore the complex questions at the heart of national identity, politics and faith. Alicia Edmund is joined by Danny Webster and Peter Lynas for a wide-ranging conversation that begins with a news roundup of the stories that have caught our eyes this…
The promise and peril of digital ID
ID cards were introduced for both world wars but were abolished after each as there was a widespread feeling that they were becoming invasive, increasingly used for more general purposes and contrary to British values. This week, at the Global Progress Action Summit, the prime minister announced…
Mark Gilmore
A prayer on the two year anniversary of the October 7th attacks
Father God, We pause to look back, two years on since the violent attacks on Israel. We remember and grieve over 1,200 people murdered and over 250 people taken hostage. Closer to home, we mourn with the Jewish community who were targeted in Manchester just last week. We bring before you the…
Reflecting on two years from the October 7th attacks and the new archbishop
In this episode of Cross Section, the team dives into a wide-ranging conversation that weaves together faith, current events and culture. The discussion opens with a cultural and political news round up. Danny Webster shares his thoughts on the new Taylor Swift album (spoiler, he was disappointed)…
Three reasons why prayer must be at the heart of our response to abortion
During the gathering, we prayed into four key areas: the wider situation across society and government; young people grappling with this complex issue amidst the noise of social media; those in our churches who have been personally impacted by abortion; and church leaders, as they seek to engage…
Lisa Barr
The sexual revolution at breaking point
Bonnie Blue – real name Tia Billinger – is a 24-year-old OnlyFans creator who claims to have had sex with 1,057 men in 12 hours. She’s filmed herself in a glass box, turning sexual performance into public spectacle. Even OnlyFans, not known for prudishness, refused to host the footage. Her…
Peter Lynas
Ending demand for prostitution – busting ten myths
The Evangelical Alliance believes that every human being is made in the image of the living God and is worthy of dignity, compassion, protection and care. No one should be bought, sold or exploited. We are proud to stand alongside CARE and Restore Glasgow in launching this new factsheet.
Joining the dots between foodbanks and faith sharing
The tide is rising. Everywhere I speak at the moment I encounter stories that reinforce the statistics that the church is growing. And whilst big pieces of research like The Quiet Revival have announced what is happening, the Evangelical Alliance have been listening to how it is happening. One of…
Phil Knox
Thresholds and tables
Hospitality is central in almost every culture. I’ve sat in near strangers' homes, sharing food around their tables in India, Ukraine, Africa and many other parts of the world and I’m sure you have similar stories. Something essential happens when we cross into each other’s homes and share food…
David Smyth
Has Trump brought lasting peace to the Middle East?
This episode starts with a series of shorter conversations centred on different news stories. The team begin with Andy Burnham’s address at Theos, where the Mayor of Manchester urged government to “do God”, highlighting how faith communities deliver vital social action. Yet Burnham’s own struggle…
How your church can become a safer space for survivors of violence against women and girls
Violence against women and girls (VAWG) encompasses stalking, rape, sexual assault, domestic abuse, sexual exploitation and harassment. While men can be victims of these crimes, the statistics show women are far more likely to be impacted. Just looking at our news feeds, we see the harrowing and…
Zanna Meynell
The surge of the Green party and Tommy Robinson's Christian conversion
This week on Cross Section, Alicia, Peter and Zanna have a wide-ranging conversation that focus on the key cultural, political and Christian stories of the week. The team start by sharing their predictions ahead of the Celebrity Traitors final. Will Zanna or Peter have predicted correctly? They…
A story of real unity beyond the headlines
What my dad didn’t know was that the same journalist had called another local church leader – from a different denomination – for his comments too. The resulting article painted a sensational picture of two clergymen at odds over faith, film and freedom of expression. But here’s the twist. Instead…
Chris Frost
South Wales church planting conversation – 26 January 2026
The Evangelical Alliance in Wales, New Wine Cymru and Exponential Europe are co-hosting a free church planting conversation for South Wales with guest speakers, Øivind Augland from Norway, as well as Doug and Annie Wing from Minnesota. Event details: Venue: venue2 (Cornerstone Church, Neath Road,…
