Safer spaces

11/03/2025 | Reform

In the second of two articles following the Makin Report into abuse in the Church of England, Sharon Barr, the URC’s Safeguarding Lead outlines the biblical values seen in good safeguarding practice

The Makin Report, which was an independent review … Read More

Editorial: Does my giving pinch?

11/03/2025 | Reform

I recently reread CS Lewis’s 1952 classic Mere Christianity. Unpacking the already aged term ‘Christian charity’, Lewis says loving my neighbour is a much broader obligation than financial giving; but giving is one thing it inescapably entails. How much should … Read More

Art in Focus: Issue 2 – 2025

11/03/2025 | Reform

Mount Calvary, 1944William H. Johnson

The scene is simple and graphic. The background, timeless and plain. The figures wear contemporary dress. In this crucifixion scene, there is no attempt at historical accuracy. We know about these people from the Gospel … Read More

Root of all evil

11/03/2025 | Reform

Commitment for Life, the United Reformed Church’s partnership with Christian Aid and Global Justice Now, has raised £13m for projects in Zimbabwe, Bangladesh and Israel-Palestine. But is money the answer? Kevin Snyman, Programme Officer for Global Justice and Partnerships, talks … Read More

A good question: What should ministers wear?

11/03/2025 | Reform

One question, four answers

Jenny Mills‘It doesn’t define me, it identifies me’

When I was nearing the end of my ministerial formation and had been called to serve a pastorate and a charity, I began to think seriously about dress … Read More

The many books of God

11/03/2025 | Reform

Andrew Prasad explores what connection Hindu prayer might have to Jesus

It has been quite refreshing to re-engage voluntarily with local church ministry after my retirement from the role of Synod Moderator. As there are fewer ministers around, I am … Read More