Life

Remembering William Tyndale on the 500th anniversary of his first printed work

6 October is the day when Anglicans around the world, and Lutherans in North America remember William Tyndale. This year is also the 500th anniversary of his first publication. This is the story …

The Knights Templar: history, myth, conspiracy

This crusading Christian military order – famous for its red cross on white mantle – has become emblematic of the turbulent and controversial crusading period of history and, in a strange afterlife, has also become the subject of myth, legend, and conspiracy theories.

Who was Francis of Assisi and why is he important?

4 October is the day to remember St Francis of Assisi. It is also World Animal Day, and the day when some churches hold services to bless animals. This is the story …

The final song of Moses

Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on the significance of the Song of Moses in Deuteronomy 32.

Black History Month is a helpful reminder that Christianity isn't a 'white man’s religion'

The Gospel is the good news for all people, everywhere.

7 practical ways students can nurture their faith at university

For many young people, the transition to university marks more than just academic independence—it also begins a new chapter in their faith journey.

Chaplaincy teams provide prayer and spiritual support in town centres

"People might disagree with what we believe, but they appreciate what we do.”

Rediscovering God’s creation in a screen-saturated age

According to new research, young people in the UK are spending most of their time indoors, glued to screens, with little interest to encounter the beauty of nature. But what a loss this is!

Who was Michael the angel and what is his significance?

29 September is Michaelmas also known as the Feast of St Michael and All Angels. Who was St Michael and what is Michaelmas all about? This is the story …

Church doctrine and treading the line between development and heresy

The difference is of particular relevance to the Church of England as it continues to move in the wrong direction on same-sex marriage.

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.

From crime to Christ: Devon drug dealer shares his life-changing encounter with God

A former career criminal who once plotted multi-million pound drug deals has told how his life was transformed after what he describes as a dramatic “God encounter” on a ferry.