The head of the Anglican Church in North America should be put on trial for allegedly violating ordination vows and for sexual immorality, a denominational investigative body has concluded.
New report uncovers spiritual priorities for Gen Z
The International Fellowship of Evangelical Students (IFES) has released a new report into the changing nature of student ministry following the rise of the first digital generation - Gen Z.
The research that went into the report consisted of interviews and focus groups with students, staff and leaders from eight different locations, including Britain, Hong Kong and two countries in the Islamic world.
The Spiritual Longings of Young Adults
Eric Geiger shares what hee describes as "three overarching observations" about young adults from Mariners Church's work with the young adult community in Southern California.
US religious life stabilises, but polling finds no youth revival
New polling from the Pew Research Center suggests that religion in the United States has entered a period of relative stability after decades of decline — but the data offers no clear sign of a nationwide religious revival among young adults, despite growing media interest in the idea.
Pew’s l atest findings indicate that key measures of religious life — including religious affiliation, daily prayer, the importance of religion, and regular attendance at services — have held broadly steady since around 2020.
NEW Research: What Really Matters in Theological Education?
For decades, seminaries have promoted the ideal—full-time, on-campus study in a traditional academic setting. But for most adults pursuing ministry training, that ideal simply isn’t practical. New research reveals a clear tension between what people would love to do and what they can realistically manage. Theological education thrives when schools position themselves as a bridge between the ideal and the practical, maintaining depth and quality while removing unnecessary barriers. Sam interviews Dr. Andy Miller, from Wesley Biblical Seminary, about four key points shaping the future of seminary enrollment.
Don’t Be Duped by This Year’s Biggest Religious Trend
“We save us.”
According to the University of Southern California’s Center for Religion and Civic Culture, the dominant religious trend of 2025 can be summed up by this phrase. A top religious trend of 2024 was similar: “Self-care as the new religion.”
A Decent and Orderly Case for Raising Hands in Worship
For many Christians, particularly those of us shaped by Reformed churches, physical expressiveness in worship can feel foreign, awkward, or even concerning. We are rightly cautious about emotionalism. We don’t want distractions in the gathered assembly, and we certainly don’t want to draw attention to ourselves rather than Christ.
Yet I think Scripture suggests that God wants more for us than internal, invisible worship. He created us as embodied creatures, and he means for our whole selves (not just our minds and hearts) to be engaged in his praise. The question is not whether our emotions should lead our worship (they should not), but whether God’s Word commends appropriate physical expressions of worship when we gather as his people.
Support Parents at Christmas With These Tips
Wondering how to support parents at Christmas when you’re already busy? Then read one youth minister’s insights about the simple yet meaningful gifts you can offer moms and dads this holiday season.
100 Creative Ministry Outreach Ideas for Every Size, Budget, and Neighborhood
We asked churches of all sizes from across the country to submit their best outreach ideas. Take a look at their suggestions—you may find a few (or more) new outreaches that your church can adopt.
Christmas evangelistic campaign gets underway
A huge evangelistic effort aimed at reaching two million people living across the UK has begun.
The Shine Your Light campaign has been in the works for a number of months now and will see over 1,700 outreach events take place all over the country in churches, markets, shopping centres and elsewhere.
The Spiritual Longings of Young Adults
Eric Geiger shares what hee describes as "three overarching observations" about young adults from Mariners Church's work with the young adult community in Southern California.
US religious life stabilises, but polling finds no youth revival
New polling from the Pew Research Center suggests that religion in the United States has entered a period of relative stability after decades of decline — but the data offers no clear sign of a nationwide religious revival among young adults, despite growing media interest in the idea.
Pew’s l atest findings indicate that key measures of religious life — including religious affiliation, daily prayer, the importance of religion, and regular attendance at services — have held broadly steady since around 2020.
NEW Research: What Really Matters in Theological Education?
For decades, seminaries have promoted the ideal—full-time, on-campus study in a traditional academic setting. But for most adults pursuing ministry training, that ideal simply isn’t practical. New research reveals a clear tension between what people would love to do and what they can realistically manage. Theological education thrives when schools position themselves as a bridge between the ideal and the practical, maintaining depth and quality while removing unnecessary barriers. Sam interviews Dr. Andy Miller, from Wesley Biblical Seminary, about four key points shaping the future of seminary enrollment.
Don’t Be Duped by This Year’s Biggest Religious Trend
“We save us.”
According to the University of Southern California’s Center for Religion and Civic Culture, the dominant religious trend of 2025 can be summed up by this phrase. A top religious trend of 2024 was similar: “Self-care as the new religion.”
A Decent and Orderly Case for Raising Hands in Worship
For many Christians, particularly those of us shaped by Reformed churches, physical expressiveness in worship can feel foreign, awkward, or even concerning. We are rightly cautious about emotionalism. We don’t want distractions in the gathered assembly, and we certainly don’t want to draw attention to ourselves rather than Christ.
Yet I think Scripture suggests that God wants more for us than internal, invisible worship. He created us as embodied creatures, and he means for our whole selves (not just our minds and hearts) to be engaged in his praise. The question is not whether our emotions should lead our worship (they should not), but whether God’s Word commends appropriate physical expressions of worship when we gather as his people.
Support Parents at Christmas With These Tips
Wondering how to support parents at Christmas when you’re already busy? Then read one youth minister’s insights about the simple yet meaningful gifts you can offer moms and dads this holiday season.
100 Creative Ministry Outreach Ideas for Every Size, Budget, and Neighborhood
We asked churches of all sizes from across the country to submit their best outreach ideas. Take a look at their suggestions—you may find a few (or more) new outreaches that your church can adopt.
Christmas evangelistic campaign gets underway
A huge evangelistic effort aimed at reaching two million people living across the UK has begun.
The Shine Your Light campaign has been in the works for a number of months now and will see over 1,700 outreach events take place all over the country in churches, markets, shopping centres and elsewhere.
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