Opinion

Justin Welby: a professional obituary
Justin Welby: a professional obituary

Welby failed the parishes by demoralising them, he failed the Anglican Communion by being unable to restrain his progressive partisanship, he failed the organisation by 'doing management' badly, and he failed the country by offering it socialism instead of Christianity.

The bishops who shaped England
The bishops who shaped England

Author Anthony Paice on how Winchester bishops became a powerhouse that not only advanced Christianity but played a pivotal role in the development of the English state.

Who will be the next Archbishop of Canterbury?
Who will be the next Archbishop of Canterbury?

As the Church of England gears up to appoint a new Archbishop of Canterbury, the female candidates appear to be more able than the male contenders.

A Christian approach to transgenderism
A Christian approach to transgenderism

From a traditional Christian point of view there are still two basic reasons why it is problematic to accept someone as a member of their chosen sex if they are biologically a member of the opposite sex.

Why does the Church of England have two archbishops?
Why does the Church of England have two archbishops?

As Justin Welby leaves office, Martyn Whittock explores the early medieval history that explains the authority structure of the Church of England and why it has two archbishops.

The people and stories that shaped hymns
The people and stories that shaped hymns

Too often in the euphoria of singing together we don't really think very much about the words.

Refusing Justin Welby's Christmas donation may prove costly for Children's Society
Refusing Justin Welby's Christmas donation may prove costly for Children's Society

The decision not to accept his Christmas donation has divided opinion.

How girls and young women can stay rooted in hope the whole year round
How girls and young women can stay rooted in hope the whole year round

Christian Today speaks to Meg Cannon to find out more about the inspiration behind her new devotional for girls and young women.

How Christian media can lead in an era of citizen journalism
How Christian media can lead in an era of citizen journalism

From grassroots reporting in politics to the rise in power of interactive platforms, it's clear that people today don't just consume content - they create it, share it, and shape it.

What can we learn from Joseph at the start of the new year?
What can we learn from Joseph at the start of the new year?

Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on the meaning of the story of Joseph.

What might 2025 bring?
What might 2025 bring?

Some thoughts on what may be in store for the world this year.

The problem with the King's Gospel
The problem with the King's Gospel

If only the King would listen to what Jesus teaches, he would find that peace on earth comes only through Christ, not through the many contrary faiths and philosophies.

Why the Christmas story still matters today
Why the Christmas story still matters today

Don't be afraid to gaze into the crib this Christmas, like Simeon, who looked beyond the baby to the hope that he brought. You might find something wonderful there that will last long beyond the New Year.

Mythmas or Christmas?
Mythmas or Christmas?

Jesus is no myth. He is the ultimate reality and he is the reality we all need.

Tracing the roots of Christmas carols: An interview with composer Andrew Gant
Tracing the roots of Christmas carols: An interview with composer Andrew Gant

New book Deck the Hall by composer Andrew Gant tells the origin stories of our beloved Christmas carols.

A Christian and a Jew on why assisted suicide should not be legalised
A Christian and a Jew on why assisted suicide should not be legalised

The former Archbishop of Canterbury, Baron Williams of Oystermouth, and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster, discuss the implications of assisted suicide being made legal if Kim Leadbeater's bill succeeds, and why they are against this.