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Pandemic may 'accelerate' loss of faith among younger generations

Jennifer Lee Fri 9 Oct 2020 11:20 BST

The pandemic may cause even more younger people to walk away from the Church, says Barna President David Kinnaman.

The healing power of listening to God's Word

Simon Lennox | Tue 6 Oct 2020 13:31 BST

With Covid, Brexit and inexcusable racial prejudices, it's unsurprising to hear reports of worsening mental health problems in our families and communities; many of whom for the first time. So, what are we doing about it?
The black minister behind a famous revival that transcended race and class

J John | Mon 5 Oct 2020 11:08 BST

News of what was happening at Azusa Street spread both by word-of-mouth and through the press – who were not just critical of the 'one-eyed black minister' and the 'fanaticism' but also offended by what were soon remarkably interracial meetings.
Retired superintendent Leroy Logan on racism and why the police need to change

Christian Today | Sun 4 Oct 2020 11:39 BST

Leroy Logan, one of the founding members of the Black Police Association, talks to Christian Today about the reality of racism and why he fears the Met is going backwards, not forwards.
New beginnings are always possible, even in this time of upheaval

Irene Lancaster | Fri 2 Oct 2020 9:42 BST

In our topsy turvy world, where the unexpected happens more often than not, Succot tells us that new beginnings are always possible, even after the end of the summer.
Francis Chan cautions Church over coronavirus divisions

Jennifer Lee | Tue 29 Sep 2020 13:21 BST

Francis Chan has lamented divisions in society over responses to the pandemic, but he also fears that churches are no different.
The pandemic's unsung heroes who help us say goodbye

Peter Crumpler | Mon 28 Sep 2020 8:30 BST

No one likes to talk about death, especially during a pandemic that's impacting everyone on the planet. And yet for some people, death is their life's work. It's their vocation.
Christian scientist Dr Francis Collins laments divisions over face masks and vaccines

Jennifer Lee | Sat 26 Sep 2020 15:57 BST

The Templeton Prize winner said the evidence in support of wearing face masks to slow the spread of coronavirus was "unquestionable".
Augustine of Hippo: a genius who was prepared to be a servant

J John | Fri 25 Sep 2020 14:18 BST

St Augustine may be 'the most influential figure in Christianity after St Paul', and for good reason.
Counting the human cost of the pandemic

Staff writer | Fri 25 Sep 2020 11:22 BST

Early responses to a new study looking at the impact of church closures during the pandemic have shed light on the emotional toll on Christians and non-Christians alike.
Bible study app users increase tenfold during pandemic

Staff writer | Mon 21 Sep 2020 9:36 BST

A Bible study app has seen unprecedented engagement during the coronavirus pandemic.
The power of kindness: an Iranian Christian's journey to faith

Farifteh V Robb | Mon 21 Sep 2020 9:22 BST

Farifteh V Robb was a Muslim studying in Nottingham when she was invited to a Christmas lunch by local Christians. Their care and fellowship left a deep and lasting impression on her.