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'Always': A prayer for the new year
A special prayer for individuals or churches to thank God for His faithfulness through the ups and downs of 2022, and to ask for His help to be faithful in 2023
Why we need the best of friends
Why friendship, why now? I am convinced God is speaking to His church about this issue. In so many ways, friendship is timeless – we will always reflect the relational nature and design of our Creator. We were made for it. But at the same time, friendship is timely – it is the need of the hour.…
Phil Knox
Equality and Human Rights review survey
The Equality and Human Rights Commission are reviewing how far Britain has come in becoming a fair and equal society, and are calling for evidence to help them understand what is happening across the country. At the Evangelical Alliance, we will be responding to this review, particularly providing…
Both Lives Matter: Church leaders gather in Washington
How it all began About 6 years ago, a number of us from different Christian charities in Northern Ireland were growing increasingly frustrated and grieved about the debate around abortion. Talking publicly (and privately) about abortion has always been difficult. And it should be, because we’re…
David Smyth
Abortion buffer zones – why we must continue to speak out
Clause 9 is one of many controversial proposals in the Bill. In its current form the clause would create a 150-metre “buffer-zone” around all abortion clinics and make it a criminal offence for anyone that seeks to “interfere with a person’s decision to access abortion services”. The argument is…
Alicia Edmund
Five tips for sharing your faith with those in need
The cost of living crisis has meant that the needs of our community have really grown, and we have been receiving far more referrals for help than ever before, who we continue to serve by way of cooked meals, our free drop-in café, shower and laundry facilities, as well as greater advocacy…
Christopher Vaz
C of E and reimagining social care | Being human
Many eyes are currently cast over the Church of England’s bishops after proposals on same-sex marriage. However, amongst the swarm of reactions from both inside and outside of the church, it is important to not take our eyes off other areas of society that need hope-filled reimagining. Catch Peter…
Respond to the consultation to create an apprenticeships framework for Christian ministry in Wales
Are you a potential apprentice? Or a church leader who may become an employer? We want to make it easier for young people to explore ministry, and we need your help with a consultation that is being prepared for the Welsh government. For the past 18 months, we have been exploring what it would look…
Ukraine, one year on: how the UK church can keep doing its part
"Everything has changed for us... It was a nightmare we couldn’t wake up from.” That’s how the Orlov family, from Kherson Oblast, remember the early months of the invasion when they were forced to leave. When they returned, they found their home and village destroyed - but they’re determined to…
Helen Locke
The Best of Friends Small Group Resources
One of the core principles of The Best of Friends is that life is a relational event and journey. As such, the book has been written in a way that is beneficial for individuals, but to really maximise its impact it is best read in a small group setting. This small group resource is your guide and…
The Asbury outpouring, remembering revivals and the prophet Habakkuk
Let me start by sharing three stories: It was August 1727, and a small community of Moravian refugees, troubled by their bitter divisions and disagreements, started a humble prayer meeting in an unassuming village in Germany. They began in groups of two or three for one-hour slots, 24 hours a day,…
Emma Sowden
Reflections: The SNP leadership race and the importance of religious freedom in the corridors of government
Originally I wasn’t going to bother. Firstly, because so many Christian commentators and reflectors have already highlighted the important points of the situation. Secondly, so much of the political journalism is so farcical that it is hardly worth the time to comment. However, I felt I should…
Fred Drummond
Asbury outpouring | Being Human
It was Wednesday, 8 February 2023, and students at Asbury University in Kentucky attended a routine chapel service. Nothing out of the ordinary happened until a handful of students responded to an altar call and strikingly, all refused to leave. Since that Wednesday thousands of people, from all…
Living for Jesus at work
Jesus calls us to follow Him, and this involves commitment in all aspects of our lives. He calls us to live for Him in the workplace, which for many of us is where we interact most with those who do not yet know Him. We are to live as salt and light, talking with our colleagues about Jesus,…
Tim Rowlands is announced as the new head of the Evangelical Alliance in Wales
The Evangelical Alliance is thrilled to announce that Tim Rowlands will be joining the staff team as the head of the Evangelical Alliance in Wales from 1 April, supporting the church in Wales in its local mission and amplifying its voice into wider society and government. Gavin Calver, CEO of the…
