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I started a project to stop churches using AI – here’s what happened.

I’m not a techy person. However, the gradual encroachment of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into our daily activities, homes, workplaces, and social media feeds has been nagging at me persistently, uneasily.1 I know many have felt the same, especially those who … Continue reading →

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New Hymn: Jesus, you have shown a welcome

This hymn, ‘Jesus, You Have Shown a Welcome’, began at Greenbelt Festival, where our very own Steve Tinning co-leads the much-loved Beer & Hymns gathering. The original version, ‘Boughton, Home of Holy Mischief’, was written for Greenbelt’s final festival at … Continue reading →

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How is the rate of Universal Credit decided?

Paul Morrison introduces our Essentials Guarantee campaign, breaking down the current low rates of benefit and imagining what the way forward could look like. You might imagine that the rates of Universal Credit (UC) were calculated carefully, perhaps using a … Continue reading →

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Politics, protest and Primitive Methodists with Englesea Brook Museum 

I sat down virtually with Ruth (Project Director) and Amy (Heritage Officer) from Englesea Brook Museum in Cheshire to talk about the intersection of heritage and justice, through the lens of Primitive Methodism. As a former history student, I have a firm belief that the past can teach us about … Continue reading →

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Love Thy Neighbour: Conference 2026

We are really excited to announce that we are joining with Better Story, Christian Aid and Fellowship of Reconciliation for a conference this October in London! Join us for a day of conversations about faith, politics and polarisation, asking questions … Continue reading →

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Senior faith leaders urge Andy Burnham to take a new approach on refugee and asylum policy

Almost 40 senior faith leaders from across the UK’s Christian, Jewish, and Muslim communities have united to sign an open letter urging the new Prime Minister Andy Burnham to rethink the Government’s asylum policy agenda.  Together, the leaders warn that … Continue reading →

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Church leaders write to new Prime Minister

Leaders from the Baptist, Methodist and United Reformed Churches have written to Andy Burnham as he takes up office as Prime Minister, assuring him of their prayers and offering partnership in pursuing justice and peace.  The letter, signed by the Revd … Continue reading →

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Can democracy survive perpetual outrage?

There are few things more important to a healthy democracy than integrity. Those who hold public office should be expected to tell the truth, keep their promises where they can, admit mistakes when they cannot, and exercise power with humility … Continue reading →

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URC responds to alleged terror threat at Islamic gathering

The United Reformed Church has expressed its concern following the premature closure of the UK Ijtima gathering at Shrubland Hall in Suffolk after police responded to what they described as a credible threat. Senior members of the denomination said: “The … Continue reading →

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Around the URC: Stories from our churches: 13 July 2026

A selection of news and stories from churches and communities across the United Reformed Church. Eastern Synod Four-legged friends and creatures who have shared the hearts and homes of their owners have been celebrated at a special service in Norfolk. … Continue reading →

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