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Why must every social security announcement feature a big threat?
“Anyone choosing to coast on the hard work of taxpayers will lose their benefits” said the Chancellor, as he announced a raft of changes to the social security system. The press release riffs on old and unpleasant themes. Benefit claimants … Continue reading
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A “constant joy” nets a Lundie Memorial Award
Last Updated on 20 November 2023 by Ann-Marie Nye Matilda Willis, aged eight, from United Reformed Church (URC) West Midlands Synod has been named October’s recipient of the Lundie Memorial Award. Matilda, who attends Sutton Coldfield URC, enjoys Messy Church … Continue reading
URC joins campaign to help end poverty
The United Reformed Church (URC) has joined Let’s End Poverty, a major new social movement launched to help bring an end to poverty experienced throughout the UK. The campaigns urges people to call for politicians to make the end of … Continue reading
There’s an election coming…
A UK General Election needs to take place some time before 28 January 2025, with many people predicting either a May or October 2024 poll. As this election year approaches, here are six ways that churches and church leaders can … Continue reading
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The Rwanda plan has failed, but churches can help steer a better course
The Supreme Court has declared the government’s Rwanda plan illegal. As Rishi Sunak explores emergency legislation to get round the ruling, JPIT’s Steve Tinning says safe routes and community support – including from the Christian community – offer a more … Continue reading
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Prayers requested for the 2025 URC Prayer Handbook
Your prayers for the United Reformed Church 2025 Prayer Handbook, with the theme Immersive Joy, are now invited. Wherever you are, wherever you have been, whatever the journey which moves you to write, we would love to hear from you. … Continue reading
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Fifteen churches receive holiday club grants
Thanks to grants from the United Reformed Church (URC) Children’s and Youth Work (CYW) Team, 15 clubs were supported this summer with a grant of either £50 or £100. For some churches, this was their first holiday club while others … Continue reading
Around the URC in seven days: 13-20 November 2023
Last Updated on 8 November 2023 by Ann-Marie Nye A round-up of news from around the United Reformed Church over the past seven days: 9-15 November. Mersey Synod Christ Church United Reformed Church in Port Sunlight, with the assistance of … Continue reading
Remembrance: When remembering becomes overwhelming
Last Updated on 6 November 2023 by Ann-Marie Nye As he came near and saw the city, he wept over it, saying, “If you, even you, had only recognized on this day the things that make for peace!Luke 19 v41-42 … Continue reading
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Remembrance 2023: Lest We Forget
Padre David C Haslem, a United Reformed Church minister serving within the Royal Air Force reflects on Remembrance 2023: Lest we Forget are the words chiselled on the first main Cenotaph following the First World War. The building of The … Continue reading