Life

Cultivating the fruits of the Spirit: peace in the chaos
Continuing our journey through the fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22–23), we now turn to another precious gift — peace.

'Disillusionment with false promises' is driving Quiet Revival, says retired bishop
Modern society has "failed to provide lasting meaning", said the former Bishop of Woolwich, Michael Marshall.

And G-d saw that it was very good
Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on divine purpose and human resilience.

What should Christians say about immigration?
Christians must reject the simplistic slogans offered by those on both sides of the current immigration debate.

Church-run family centre in Stornoway boosts wellbeing across the Western Isles
A major new community facility designed to support families and promote wellbeing across the Western Isles has reached a key landmark, with the official handover of The Barn Family Centre in Stornoway.

Most adults in Britain aren't married, latest data shows
The Marriage Foundation has described the latest marriage data as “bleak and disheartening”.

US churchgoers losing biblical conviction on family, life and morality - study
"Even among regular churchgoers, moral clarity is fading fast," said lead researcher, Dr George Barna.

New CofE guide looks at the Christmas ‘we’re not meant to talk about in church’
Christmas puddings, ‘tasteless’ seasonal jumpers, Boxing Day chutney and unwanted gifts feature in an unusual new guide to the festive season, produced by the Church of England.

Cultivating the fruits of the Spirit: joy in every season
In a world filled with exhaustion, anxiety, and endless striving, joy can feel like something reserved for the lucky few — those whose lives seem easy, or whose prayers have already been answered. But biblical joy is not that fragile.

Church leaders urge national debate on AI’s impact on work and dignity
We cannot sit on the sidelines, but have a responsibility to engage, point to signs of hope, and do all we can to ensure that the fundamental dignity of every person is upheld.

Glen Scrivener wades into 'the great sex work debate' and Bonnie Blue phenomenon
Christian author and speaker Glen Scrivener has offered thoughtful commentary on 'the great sex work debate' between Louise Perry and Bonnie Blue, hosted by Chris Williamson on his Modern Wisdom podcast.

More men attending church than women, especially among Gen X and millennials
In a shift that has become much more noticeable in five of the last six years, men, especially among millennials and Generation X, have been outpacing women in church attendance. The trend spiked significantly this year, a new Barna report has found.

Why is Edward the Confessor remembered by both the Anglican and Catholic Churches?
13 October is the day in the Anglican and Catholic calendar to remember King Edward the Confessor, English saint and king. He founded Westminster Abbey, where his memory is evoked at each coronation. This is his story.

The French clergyman who saved lives in the shadows of World War Two
“A remarkable work of charity and of Christian witness”: Tortured by the Gestapo, this brave Protestant pastor continued to help people in peril at great personal cost.

How YouVersion reached its one billion download milestone
In November 2025, the world’s most popular Bible app, YouVersion, will celebrate its billionth download. This is the story …

Spiritual warfare: who is the enemy and how do we overcome him through Christ?
Our greatest battles are not fought with people or circumstances, but with unseen powers seeking to distort truth, sow fear, and draw us away from God.