Current page: Reporter / Peter Crumpler
Peter Crumpler
-
'Truth is under attack,' BBC chief tells church service
Truth is under attack like never before, BBC director general Tim Davie told a special church service in London, attended by the Duchess of Cornwall.
-
The importance of integrity and truth for Christians working in the media
"Speaking the truth can be threatening and costly. Jesus ended up on a cross for it," said Tim Pemberton, Head of Religion and Ethics for the BBC's audio output.
-
How churches can beat the internet
If churches want to encourage more people to come through our doors – and we do – we need to look at what's on offer.
-
Telling the truth: why a special service and Day of Prayer for the Media really matter
The service and Day of Prayer come as the vital role of the media was underlined by this year's Nobel Prize for Peace being awarded to campaigning journalists Dmitry Muratov of Russia, and Maria Ressa of the Philippines.
-
What can Harry Potter teach Christian preachers?
Just eight miles separate two very different places of pilgrimage in Hertfordshire, north of London, where I serve as a Christian priest. One is St Albans Abbey. The other is the Harry Potter studios, where the eight blockbuster films were made. Both declare the power of 'the story' – but which, I wonder, resonates more with our 21st century culture?
-
How to tell your life story – and how to make changes to it
Ever wondered how to tell the story of all the ways God has been at work in your life, maybe through many decades? Or have you struggled with your life story, looking to rewrite the narrative and bring a change of direction?
-
Meeting the needs of older people in our churches and beyond
Many churches employ children's workers or youth leaders – but how many have appointed people to minister specifically to the older people in their congregation and beyond?
-
Time to recover the sabbath, says new report
UK faith-based think tank Theos has come up with key proposals aimed at helping modern-day workers survive and thrive despite both the current changes – and the major challenges coming down the track.
-
In a dangerous world, Christians are called to support the media
A series of sad, stark messages posted on Twitter last week by St Bride's Church, London, highlight the dangers facing journalists around the world.
-
If there's one thing we've learned from the pandemic, it's that local matters
And it'll matter even more in the weeks and months ahead.
-
In need of some peace? Try a walk in your local cemetery
If you're one of those looking for a quiet oasis away from the increasing bustle and busyness of post-restriction life, there's an often-overlooked place where nature, heritage and the life histories of hundreds of local people are on peaceful display.
-
Five things we've learnt about truth in the pandemic
Knowing who to trust is one of the fastest growing challenges facing anyone wanting to know more about the pandemic and its causes.
-
Can I pray for my team to win on Saturday?
I shall be praying for Brentford's victory on Saturday, knowing that rival fans may be praying for a different outcome. And that's fine too.
-
Frank Skinner's wise words on the Christian faith
In 'A Comedian's Prayer Book', Skinner poses serious questions for both believers and atheists.
-
Mentoring scheme launched to encourage Christians to go into the media
Young Christians hoping to take their first steps into the media are being invited to apply to a new mentoring scheme launched by UK charity Christians in Media.
Most Read
-
The little known story of England's first evangelical Queen
-
Why the appointment of the next Archbishop of Canterbury may prove challenging
-
In these dire times for the Church, Paul's attitude and example in 2 Timothy are inspirational
-
Extraordinary events save a priest's life after random stabbing
-
Calls for Archbishop of York's resignation over CofE safeguarding failures
-
Persecuted Christian children remembered on Red Wednesday
