Opinion
Lessons from the plague of Justinian
The sixth century plague is estimated to have killed over a quarter of the world's entire population.
From hardship to hope
In the run-up to Christmas 2020, Rodney Winchester was facing one of the most challenging seasons of his life but after receiving debt support and emergency packages from Christian Against Poverty, Christmas this year could not be more different.
A crucifixion in Cambridgeshire
The grave of the crucified man was discovered during excavation, in advance of a new housing development, by Albion Archaeology.
Why Christians are so concerned about a conversion therapy ban
Rev Graham Nicholls, director of the Affinity network, speaks to Christian Today about the government's proposed conversion therapy ban and why he and so many other Christians are concerned.
Tarot card use is booming â and Christians aren't talking about it much
Christians have warned about the use of tarot. Yet we are in a time when the wisdom of the church is often rejected, and many people are not even aware of its warnings about the occult.
Meeting Jordan Peterson
One question the Peterson phenomenon poses to the Christian community is how is it that an agnostic psychologist with a penchant for Pelagianism can hold the attention of the young in their scores of thousands as he explores the psychological depths and authenticity of the books of Genesis and Exodus, and yet the clergy cannot?
United or divided behind the mask?
If we are excluding people from our worship because of our personal preferences, is it really worship at all?
Boris and the betrayal of trust: what can Christian leaders learn?
As Boris Johnson is discovering, when you are seen as untrustworthy, your credibility and authority melt away.
Relationships, Sex and Health Education: A Trojan Horse?
Warning: Some of this material could cause offense - but it may be being taught in your child's school.
Government to extend conversion therapy consultation
The government has announced it will be extending the consultation on its proposed conversion therapy ban by eight weeks.
Faith, science and the power of wonder
Rhoda Hawkins, Senior Lecturer in Biological Physics Theory and Assistant Faculty Director for Postgraduate Research at the University of Sheffield, shares her sense of wonder in exploring the world using the tools of science.
Conservatives in the CofE can learn from 'Save the Parish'
Surely conservatives in the CofE need to be as intentional and smart as Save the Parish if there is to be a future for orthodox Anglicans and their Gospel witness in the UK?
The enduring legacy of St Columba
1,500 years after the birth of St Columba, historian Martyn Whittock considers the legacy of this Irish-born monk on Christianity in Britain.
Community beyond the carol service: could global mission be the tool to engage your community this Christmas?
It is time that we stop just inviting people through the doors and invite them into our communities at Christmas.
Heroes of the Faith: George Washington Carver
Once known as a man who spoke for the poor African-American communities of the southern United States, Carver is now seen as an environmental prophet of global relevance.
Refugees and asylum seekers: an evangelical weak spot?
For let's be honest, while we may find individual news stories very moving, our record in terms of words and deeds is somewhat patchy.