Niall Cooper: Unite with those in hunger

24/02/2014 | Reform

The Christian tradition of Lent has long been a time to fast, and, by doing so, draw closer to our neighbour and closer to God. This year, we will begin a time of fasting while half a million regularly go … Read More

Chapter & verse: Luke 13:32-34

24/02/2014 | Reform

He said to them: “Go and tell that fox for me, ‘Listen, I am casting out demons and performing cures today and tomorrow, and on the third day I finish my work … How often have I desired to gather … Read More

Jumble Sales of the apocalypse: Social faux pas

24/02/2014 | Reform

Simon Jenkins on social faux pas

One Sunday, in a church in Cornwall, the minister had a problem with his radio mic. It was the start of the morning service and everyone was getting ready to sing the first hymn; … Read More

On the pilgrim way: Taking time

24/02/2014 | Reform

Something strange has happened to me. Since the beginning of this year, I find myself saying, with a kind of wondering delight: “I have plenty of time.” It is a risky thing to say – almost as risky as: “I … Read More

Christian activist: Caned and cannoned

24/02/2014 | Reform

Alwan Masih marches for Dalit rights

On 11 December, Christians and Muslims in India joined together for a dharna [protest fast] and rally at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, demanding equal treatment by the government for Dalit Christians and Muslims. It … Read More

Commitment-Phobe: Breaking the news

19/02/2014 | Reform

Suspicous friends

This has been a month of procrastination. I have a Bible to explore, a book called The Case for Christ to read, a faith to commit to, an Alpha course to register for and a church to visit. … Read More