Duncan Williams

US study claims two in five Brits raised Christian no longer believe
A new report from the Washington-based Pew Research Center suggests that Britain’s religious identity is undergoing a transformation

Wet feet: Taking the first step of faith
Faith is often accompanied by uncertainty, yet it is in stepping forward that we encounter the power of God. The Israelites learned this at the Jordan River, where God performed a miracle only after they demonstrated obedience.

AI and the visual interpretation of Scripture: A new era of biblical storytelling?
The relationship between faith and storytelling has always been central to Christianity. From the parables of Jesus to grand cinematic adaptations of biblical narratives, each generation has found new ways to bring Scripture to life.

Bible sales surge by 87% as Generation Z rediscovers faith
Bible sales in the UK have risen sharply, increasing by 87 per cent from £2.69 million in 2019 to £5.02 million in 2024, according to new data from SPCK Group and Nielsen Book Data.

Lent and Ramadan have sparked complaints over the ‘woke’ storyline in BBC Radio drama The Archers
BBC Radio 4’s long-running rural drama The Archers has come under fire for its recent exploration of Ramadan, with many listeners criticising the decision to feature a Christian character, Lynda Snell, fasting in the run-up to Lent.

From the pews to the press: a new communication blueprint for the Church
In an era where media narratives shape public perception, churches often struggle to make their voices heard.

Velázquez's portrait of nun and Michelangelo's bronze Christ corpus to be displayed together for first time
A portrait by Diego Velázquez of the devout Mother Jerónima de la Fuente, painted in 1620, will be exhibited alongside a 25cm bronze cast of Christ, thought to have been modelled by Michelangelo.

Latest research findings on Christianity in America reveals an enduring but evolving faith
A major new study by the Pew Research Center has revealed that Christianity remains the dominant faith in the United States, even as religious affiliation continues to shift.

A theatrical triumph bringing the life of Jesus to thousands
A large-scale theatrical production depicting the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ is taking the United States by storm

Christian convert's desperate immigrant journey to escape Iran
For Artemis Ghasemzadeh, a 27-year-old Iranian woman, embracing Christianity was both a spiritual awakening and a life-threatening choice.

An opportunity to see St Paul's in a whole new light
Since February 22, visitors to St Paul's Cathedral have been experiencing a unique transformation as Luminous, a spectacular light and sound installation by Luxmuralis which brings the historic building to life in vivid detail.

Bishop of Bristol announces retirement
The Rt Rev Vivienne Faull has announced she will step down as Bishop of Bristol in September of this year, describing her seven years in the role as a "beautiful coda" to her long ministry.

The face of Thomas Aquinas revealed after 750 years - and the mystery of his death solved
For the first time in 750 years, the face of St Thomas Aquinas has been reconstructed using forensic science, offering a glimpse of the man whose teachings have shaped Catholic thought for centuries.

What does Elon Musk think about Jesus? Exploring the views of the world's richest man
Musk's comments on Christianity go beyond casual admiration.

Pope Francis uses TikTok platform to promote autobiography and inspire Gen Z
Reflecting on his decision to write the autobiography, Pope Francis explained, "It is an autobiography, but for me autobiographies are to thank God for what he has done with my life. The book gives a sense of what I am like."

Pope Francis appoints a nun to lead Vatican office in historic move
Her new role makes her the first woman to lead a Vatican dicastery.