Culture
Songs of Praise celebrates 65 years with special anniversary episode - and finds a new generation online
The BBC’s long-running religious programme ‘Songs of Praise’ is marking its 65th anniversary with a special episode celebrating its history and changing place in British broadcasting.
Why we sing: Music, spirituality and the search for meaning
A conference at the University of Birmingham explored how singing can express faith, build community and help people find meaning.
From Genesis to Revelation: The ambitious AI project turning the Bible into music
Micah Fiechter is the founder of the Music Bible, a project that has used AI to convert the entire Bible into music form across a range of genres. Christian Today spoke to Micah to find out more about what inspired him to start the project and the impact he hopes it will have.
Backlash over Meryl Streep casting as Aslan in 'The Magician's Nephew'
"It's an act of creative vandalism pretending to be artistic sophistication. It's more ideological slop produced by the machine that's given us plenty already," said one Texas pastor.
Nashville team uses AI to convert whole Bible into musical form
You can now listen to the whole Bible in musical form while you do your exercise.
Christian publisher celebrates 'extraordinary year' after scooping Publisher of the Year award
SPCK has expanded considerably in the last decade or so.
‘Sounds of the Church’ gives Christian musicians live platform at CRE 2026
Christian musicians from across the UK are being invited to apply for the chance to perform live at this year’s Church Resources Exhibition (CRE).
First Cornish musical setting of the Eucharist receives cultural award
The Cornish People’s Mass, a Eucharistic service entirely in the Cornish language, has been recognised with a prestigious award for its cultural significance. This is the story …
God is ‘at work’ among heavy metal fans at Download
Some festivalgoers have subsequently joined churches after encountering chaplains.
‘Shout to the Lord’ songwriter Darlene Zschech says the Church is entering ‘revival days again’
Veteran worship leader Darlene Zschech believes the Church is once again entering a season in which God is moving powerfully and new expressions of worship are emerging.
Dolly Parton’s lifelong Christian faith: ‘My music was more my ministry than a job’
Country music legend Dolly Parton, who has died at the age of 80, was known around the world for songs including ‘Jolene’, ‘9 to 5’ and ‘I Will Always Love You’, but behind her decades-long career was a Christian faith that she frequently described as central to her life.
Anna Faris says son has asked her to become a Christian
The Scary Movie star suggested she was open to becoming a Christian "but it’s going to take a whole lot of long conversations".
Cory Asbury takes down shirtless photo after backlash
Christian singer Cory Asbury has taken down a shirtless picture of himself after receiving criticism that it lacked modesty and could be a stumbling block for others.
Biblical animation ‘David’ heads to UK and Ireland after $88m global success
Animated biblical film ‘David’ is heading to cinemas across the UK and Ireland on August 21, following a successful international run that has brought in almost $88 million at the global box office.
What 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' teaches us about sacrifice, grace and goodness
The latest Spider-Man film may not be a Christian movie, but it reflects many biblical themes like sacrifice, redemption and hope.
5 biblical themes Christians can reflect on in Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’
‘The Odyssey’ is not a Christian work but like many great works of literature, it wrestles with questions that are deeply human - and therefore resonate with truths that Scripture addresses more fully.
