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Men without bars
The ‘stirring’, if you like, happened while Ralph listened to a presentation by Catherine Rohr, founder and CEO of a Texas-based charity set up to support people in prison. Having spotted the untapped potential of inmates, she spoke about initiatives that could help prisoners choose an honest…
Naomi Osinnowo
On a mission to develop disciple-making leaders
Having been appointed to the role of head of ministry operations at Evangelical Alliance member Living Leadership in May this year, it’s clear that the desires of Paul’s heart are God’s too. Paul shares in this interview that he’s been “following step by step the leading of the Spirit” and he’s now…
Naomi Osinnowo
Medics on a mission
In many ways, and despite logisticalc challenges, this opening couldn’t have come at a more perfect time for him and the growing evangelical healthcare community. No stranger to the Evangelical Alliance member organisation, Mark joined CMF over two decades ago in the mid-1990s, when he was a…
Naomi Osinnowo
Public leadership: Offering a future and a hope
The great commission – Jesus’ instruction to “go and make disciples of all the nations” – has propelled many Christians worldwide to spread the good news of salvation in Jesus. For the Evangelical Alliance, a unity movement formed 173 year ago, the most effective way to do so has always been by…
Naomi Osinnowo
Myles MacBean: Disney, 'The 95' and collaboration
Having a long-standing relationship with the Christian charity, Myles was pleased to see that SU still bravely seeks to actively reimagine what they do so they can continue to equip local churches and volunteers to speak effectively into the very different context of today’s young people in today’s…
Naomi Osinnowo
OPC holds summit to tackle gun and knife crime
The Gun and Knife Crime Summit 2019, which was held at the charity’s resource centre near Kings Cross, London, took place amid a deluge of news stories about teenagers being stabbed to death, teenagers being arrested for these murders, and the government desperately seeking solutions. The fatal…
Naomi Osinnowo
Interview: Mike Causey, Abernethy Trust's new CEO
Originally from the Lake District, a place he credits for helping him to understand God’s presence, Mike, pinpointing the mountain- and lake-side ministry of Jesus, shares the role the outdoor adventure centre seeks to have in strengthening believers and facilitating the proclamation of the gospel.…
Naomi Osinnowo
Hope 15:13 – pray, prepare and proclaim
The global initiative, which offers a model for churches to respond to the pandemic, lays out a clear strategy where prayer, staying safe and sharing the hope of Jesus work in tandem to help people who are desperately searching for assurance find it through a relationship with Christ. The…
Naomi Osinnowo
Kingdom Bank: a financial services provider you can bank on
Having recently been taken over by Christian finance charity Stewardship and a small group of Christian philanthropists, Kingdom Bank says it is now in an even better position to meet the needs of new and existing customers, undoubtedly creating a welcome sense of relief in these challenging times.…
Naomi Osinnowo
Money and PPE boost for churches and ministries
As part of a new initiative called ‘This is Love’, Christian charity Samaritan’s Purse UK is partnering with churches and ministries as they seek to support those who are disadvantaged, suffering from the direct and indirect effects of coronavirus, during this time. Providing foodbanks and care…
Naomi Osinnowo
Talking Toddlers research presents "huge opportunity" for local churches
The Talking Toddlers report, which surveyed 1,182 parents, goes on to show that of the 62 per cent of parents, more than half (55 per cent) had said they explored their own beliefs as a result of taking their young children along to a church activity, further highlighting the potential for…
Naomi Osinnowo
Racial justice: Looking back as we look forward
This 400-year period, from the 16th to the 19th century, saw slave traders, many Britons among them, transport millions of enslaved Africans to the Americas, mainly. Millions died along the way. Large numbers died upon arrival. Many survived and, with their descendants, went on to make a huge…
Naomi Osinnowo
Kick-starting community restoration with CAP
Having been by the side of those who need practical, spiritual and emotional support since the beginning of the crisis, local churches are perfectly placed to support individuals and families through the next phase of this trying time. So Christians Against Poverty (CAP) has launched Kick Start – a…
Naomi Osinnowo
A Rocha International appoints new exec director
Dr Stuart will take up his role at the Christian organisation, which brings together practical conservation action with Christian faith, in December when he'll step down from his current position as director of strategic conservation at Synchronicity Earth. Dr Stuart, who has a long history with A…
Naomi Osinnowo
Barriers to entry, and participation
So much in church ministry and worship has changed since that gathering; and these changes, caused by the coronavirus pandemic, have brought to the fore Christians with disabilities or additional needs and their access to church life. Accessibility has long been a challenge for the church. One…
Naomi Osinnowo