What's in a candle?
Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on Chanukah and the symbolism of the candle.
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We can't do everything but we can do something
In the midst of my sense of powerlessness I remember that as a Christian I believe in a God who can do the impossible, and so I can use my prayers and my position to work for change.
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Why we need more Anjus in this world
Anju's story is one of resilience, hope and possibility. And like so many who have walked in her shoes, she is someone who wants to pay forward the kindness she received.
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Synod's refusal to back brave bid for legal clarity doesn't bode well for due process
A General Synod member's brave bid at November's meeting to get legal clarity on services of blessing for same-sex couples has revealed the reluctance of elected clergy and laity to hold the Church of England's bishops to account.
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Doctrines and dogmas: the West's dilemma
If the West is to be saved from its self-inflicted demise, I believe the church has a crucial role to play.
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Leasehold reforms may help to ease housing crisis
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A farewell to David Pytches
With his passing to glory, the church has lost a great man.
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From darkness to light: thoughts on Genesis and Jacob
Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on the meaning of darkness in Genesis and why there is always hope no matter how dark things get.
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Is a ceasefire in Gaza the right way forward?
This means that, instead of putting pressure on Israel, the Archbishop of Canterbury and others need to urge the international community to concentrate on putting effective pressure on Hamas.
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Max Lucado on returning to the true meaning of Christmas
As the world grapples with unprecedented challenges, pastor and bestselling author Max Lucado is calling for a return to the foundational truths of the Christmas season, urging believers and the broader community to rediscover the peace and resilience found in the story of Jesus Christ's birth.
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The Great Escape - and the greatest of escapes
Why, though, for all its achievements, has The Great Escape, which barely mentions Christmas, become such a seasonal favourite?
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More divided than the Conservative Party?
The vote at November's General Synod for standalone services of blessing for same-sex couples shows that the Church of England is now even more divided than the Conservative Party.
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