Remember, remember

01/11/2016 | Reform

Next year, 2017, is the centenary not just of the Somme but of conscription. This November, remember not just those who fought, but those who refused, says Susan Dowell

Two and a half years ago, as people across Britain prepared … Read More

20 Questions: Inua Ellams

01/11/2016 | Reform

The poet, playwright and performer Inua Ellams gives 20 answers

What is your favourite time of year? Definitely summer. I was born in a hot country, and when it gets hot I feel nicer.

When did you last pray? Before … Read More

A letter from… Kolkata, India

01/11/2016 | Reform

The Face to Face programme in Kolkata, India

On 3 September 2016, 14 of us, from ten different countries around the world, gathered in Kolkata for Indian leg of Face to Face – a seven-week programme of engagement with people … Read More

Interview: Half humanity

01/11/2016 | Reform

Elaine Storkey talks to Steve Tomkins about violence against women

Worldwide, 140 million women and girls have undergone female genital mutilation (FGM). In the course of the present decade, the UN estimates, 18.5 million girls under the age of 15 … Read More

Chapter & verse: Genesis 4:1-16

01/11/2016 | Reform

Francis Brienen takes a fresh look at the story of Cain and Abel

Well known stories run the risk of being routine. The Cain and Abel story is no exception. Centuries of interpretation, from the New Testament through to Calvin … Read More

Commitment-Phobe: Too much church

01/11/2016 | Reform

Moving on from atheism, Commitment-Phobe toured churches and tried God. Now, as a new Christian, her journey continues

Recently I’ve been getting even more involved with my church. Most Sundays I have a job to do at church and I … Read More