British Isles
Friday, 05 January 2018 12:12
Growing concern about Franklin Graham’s visit
A number of MPs have added their voice to the growing concern over an upcoming visit to the UK by US evangelist Franklin Graham. Over 5,000 people have signed a petition stating he should not be…
Thursday, 21 December 2017 15:09
Friday Focus: reaching out at Christmas
So it is only three days to go until the big day! It can be so easy to be caught up in the frenetic activity, getting everything ready for those we know, that we can often…
Thursday, 21 December 2017 15:07
Christmas, children and divorce
Christmas can be financially or emotionally stressful for some families, ‘I married the wrong person’ can be a cry for help when it comes from a person unable to cope with stresses this time of year.…
Thursday, 21 December 2017 15:04
Internet shopping on Christmas Day
The Bishop of Chelmsford has called for a crackdown on internet shopping on Christmas Day, after plans for major sales for that day. Stephen Cottrell said he would support laws to allow only essential services during…
Thursday, 21 December 2017 15:01
Christmas and Christian creeds
The approach to Christmas is a perfect time to reflect upon the true nature of the babe of Bethlehem. It is fashionable these days, at least in some circles, to downplay doctrinal distinctions and credal formulations…
Thursday, 21 December 2017 14:56
Dickensian Christmas even in 2017
People say Christmas is all about the children - and for Christians, one child in particular. But this year many children are faring badly in villages, towns and cities. Granada ITV news has been reporting on…