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OpinionA rape awareness leaflet cannot protect British women, only a return to Christian values can do that
British ideas about the rights of women point to the historic Judeo-Christian values our country is founded on, says Miriam Cates. Seeking to change the deep-seated cultural beliefs of some asylum seekers by issuing a booklet just won’t work
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ReviewsCan the book of Ruth change how Christians see refugees?
In the midst of a loud and angry national debate about migration, a new study guide rooted in the book of Ruth offers churches a calm, compassionate and biblically grounded place to start, says our reviewer
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OpinionSudan: Why Christian charities like ours are urging the UK Government to take action now
After 1,000 days of conflict and 13 million people displaced, Sudan is facing the world’s largest humanitarian crisis while much of the world looks away. Tearfund’s Esther Trewinnard says for Christians the question is not just what is happening, but what we are willing to do about it
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OpinionIran could be on the brink of a historic opening for the Bible. Is the Church ready to meet what may follow?
In Iran, following Christ still carries risk and access to the Bible can come at great cost. But as signs of change begin to emerge, Dirk Smith says the Church must be ready for a moment that could place God’s word within reach of millions
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Opinion3 Christian poets who are cutting through with messages of hope
Once filled angry debates and apocalyptic readings of current events, a shift in his social media algorithm introduced Tommy Sharpe to three Christian poets offering something different online. Here, he shares their words of faith, speaking powerfully into Britain’s current moment of division and uncertainty
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OpinionReform is courting Christian voters. But I think their values undermine our faith
Reform UK’s leader Nigel Farage is back in the headlines this week, accused of allegedly making racist remarks while at school. Holly Petersen says Christians must not be fooled by his policies of hostility and division. It goes against everything Jesus commanded
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OpinionWhy Christians should join the pro-asylum seeker protests
As anti-immigration protests increase across the UK, Roger Harper says church leaders are right to call on Christians to demonstrate biblical hospitality toward asylum seekers
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OpinionUK churches are reading the Bible with refugees and it’s leading them to Christ
It is a tragedy that so many newcomers to the UK never step foot inside a British home. On World Refugee Day, Simon Lennox encourages Christians to share their lives – and faith – with those who might need it the most
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OpinionThe violence is overwhelming. But Christians are still called to peacemaking
With so much tragedy and unrest dominating our news headlines, it can be tempting to turn away or become disheartened. But in a world where conflict drowns out compassion, we need peacemakers more than ever, says Dr Krish Kandiah
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InterviewsBishop Guli Francis-Dehqani: ‘I don’t want to be a controversialist, but I have to speak out’
Rt Rev Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani arrived in the UK as a refugee from Iran following her brother’s assassination. Her extraordinary life story has given her a passion for justice and an inability to keep quiet, despite what it might cost her
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OpinionThe immigration debate can be unpleasant. Christians must be compassionate
As immigration continues to dominate headlines, Tim Farron MP says we should offer safe, legal routes to the UK for certain groups of people. He also wants Christians to eschew dehumanising rhetoric about migrants
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OpinionAs a Christian I'm inspired by this Mosque's radical hospitality
When Muslims fed rioters who meant them harm, they were following in Abraham’s footsteps, says George Pitcher. And perhaps setting us all an example of how to better overcome extreme hostility
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OpinionWe do need to talk about immigration. But there’s no excuse for rioting
The violence sweeping across Britain and Ireland hasn’t happened in a vacuum, says Michael Coren. Here’s why he’s still praying for a godly solution to a complicated issue
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OpinionImmigration is not damaging our Christian heritage. It’s reviving it
As riots spread to Northern Ireland, the Belfast-based pastor Rick Hill points out that migration has often helped the spread of the gospel. Christians are not called to fear their neighbour, but to love them
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Opinion6 ways Christians can help asylum seekers in their church
How can churches practically assist those in their congregations who are threatened with removal to Rwanda? David and Debbie Hawker, who work with asylum seekers, share some practical points
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OpinionChristians don’t have to choose between love and justice
Love or justice? It isn’t really a choice, says Richard Reddie, as churches across Britain and Ireland mark Racial Justice Sunday by praying and taking action to address inequality and discrimination
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OpinionAsylum seekers are coming to your church. Here are 6 ways to help them
The numbers of asylum seekers turning to churches for help is rising fast, says Rev Dr Malcolm Patten. Here’s how church leaders can wisely help them find or continue in their Christian faith
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OpinionNo Suella, the Church is not facilitating bogus asylum claims
Despite Suella Braverman’s claims, the Church is not to blame for Abdul Ezedi remaining in the UK, says Evan L John. It’s a broken system that deports vulnerable Christians and allows violent criminals to remain. MPs should stop slinging mud and work out how to make assessments safer
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OpinionWhy, as a Christian MP, I’m opposing the Government’s Rwanda plan
The Rwanda bill does away with the Christian view of human rights on which our society is based. To disregard this sets a dangerous precedent for everyone, says Tim Farron MP
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OpinionHow to share your faith with people 'not like you'
Christians are least likely to feel confident sharing their faith with marginalised communities – refugees, asylum seekers, those who are homeless. But those are the people most likely to be living in gospel poverty, says Efrem Buckle. Let’s start with the one, and reach out with confidence
