PA: British Isles & Ireland
Friday, 09 July 2021 10:05
Scientists in congregations
Church and science can seem like separate worlds, but many scientists appear in pews and pulpits across the UK. ‘Encouraging Christian Leadership in an Age of Science’ (ECLAS) affirms the work of faith-filled scientists who bring…
Friday, 09 July 2021 10:01
Covid: young people’s mental health
Covid-related pupil absence in England has hit a new high since students returned to school in March. Over 640,000 English pupils were not in school due to Covid last week; only 62,000 were confirmed or suspected…
Friday, 02 July 2021 10:15
Scotland: mission pioneers spreading the Good News
New ways of engaging people with faith are being pioneered by the Church of Scotland in Ayrshire. It is sending teams of missioners out into the community to share the Good News of Jesus Christ and…
Friday, 02 July 2021 10:13
BLM activists fear for their lives
‘If people constantly say they want to kill you, you don't feel safe at all’, says Aima, a Black Lives Matter (BLM) activist. Standing up for the rights of black people has a high price for…
Friday, 02 July 2021 10:10
Christians called to offer sanctuary to refugees
Christians and others are being encouraged to welcome a refugee or asylum-seeker into their homes as part of a new initiative. The Hospitality Pledge was launched this week and will work with international charities and the…
Friday, 02 July 2021 10:08
Disabled people forgotten during Covid
Over 3,300 people took part in BBC research into the impact of the pandemic on the lives of disabled people. Most said their disability had worsened and over 2,400 said routine, often vital, medical appointments had…