British Isles
Friday, 31 March 2017 11:30
Friday Focus: unity in prayer and mission
The Apostle Paul refers to himself and his brothers and sisters in Christ as ‘co-workers’ with God. If communicating the gospel of Jesus Christ is a task, the team to accomplish that task is the Church.…
Friday, 31 March 2017 11:26
Brexit: repealing EU laws, and UK security
Following Theresa May’s invoking Article 50 this week, the Government has tabled a bill to remove EU law from the statute book. Ministers promise a smooth and stable transition, with legislation ending the supremacy of EU…
Friday, 31 March 2017 11:24
Westminster attack: security, technology, retribution?
Last week’s attack outside Parliament made headlines across the world. Many newspapers questioned how such an attack was possible in a fortified part of the city. Pray for our police and security services as they re-examine…
Friday, 31 March 2017 11:21
The terrible fruit
The effect of violent, horrific video material and pornography on children (let alone adults) is well-known, but little-recognised officially. Once seen, it cannot be unseen; it is highly addictive and utterly destructive. The numbers of children…
Friday, 31 March 2017 11:19
To be taken seriously, must you hide your faith?
Tim Farron, the leader of the Liberal Democrats, has expressed his disappointment with how society continues to be suspicious of people who have faith. Speaking to the Evening Standard, he suggested people are afraid to talk…
Friday, 31 March 2017 11:17
Down’s Syndrome Awareness Week (20-26 March)
‘We’re not so different, you and me’ is the theme of My Feral Heart, a British film about a young man with Down’s Syndrome (DS). At the heart of the film are two intertwining themes: we…