Peter Crumpler

Why the ‘War Cry’ still sounds on Britain’s high streets
When Queen Victoria sat on the British throne, and Benjamin Disraeli was her prime minister, a Christian newspaper was launched that can still be found on the nation’s streets nearly 150 years later.

Dear Saint George: A letter to England’s patron saint
Peter Crumpler shares his appreciation for England's patron saint.

Call to pray for ‘helpless’ seafarers in the Gulf
Ships in the Arabian Gulf could find themselves under attack.

Leading Christian drama company still riding high
‘Riding Lights,’ the Christian drama company that has toured to communities across the UK for nearly 50 years is still going strong, with its production of ‘Night Falls’ playing to audiences across the country.

Five wishes for the new Archbishop
You will face critics and adversity. There will be some who will wish you to fail before you get started. But I, and many Christians across the country and the world will be wishing you God’s blessing and joy on the journey as you undertake this important role.

Media urged to ‘take its civic duty’ seriously
A call for greater engagement with broadcasters, newspapers and social media platforms has come from the executive director of an organisation promoting religious understanding in the media.

Could stained glass still have a role in modern-day mission?
There is much biblical truth to be found in stained glass windows for those who look with an enquiring mind.

Church magazines still reaching tens of thousands
Local church magazines – printed on paper – are still reaching tens of thousands of readers, despite the massive impact of the web, social media and online communications.

Controversial US bishop to give BBC Christmas message
The BBC has invited Bishop Mariann Budde, the US bishop who challenged President Donald Trump at an inauguration service in January, to give a Christmas message.

Christians celebrate ‘the beautiful game’ at Wembley
The evening, organised by the Football Association, brought together Christians involved in the game, from grassroots to the Premier League, and organisations that run sports projects across the country.

Christians to celebrate ‘the beautiful game’ at Wembley
The event is part of the Football Association’s strategy to use ‘the beautiful game’ to bring communities together.

Top BBC journalist to speak at London church service
A leading BBC journalist will share insights gained while covering the war in Ukraine during a poignant remembrance service in London on the evening of 11 November.

Want to reach older people? You need to look beyond the stereotypes
Nearly one in five people in England are aged 65 and over, with more than a quarter of the population expected to be above 65 by 2065. Research in numerous western countries arrives at similar conclusions.

Five reasons why I’m choosing to be hopeful about the new Archbishop of Canterbury
Judging by my social media and news feed, not everyone is enthusiastic about the choice of Sarah Mullally as the new Archbishop of Canterbury. Or maybe – outside church circles – even cares.

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.

Golf? For Samuel Ryder – founder of the Ryder Cup – his faith was more important
Here’s a shock for many of the world’s top golfers, and golfing fans gathering in Farmingdale, New York for the 45th Ryder Cup.