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A coronation for all

Campbell Campbell-Jack Sat 6 May 2023 6:22 BST

The history, symbolism, and importance of this unique ritual can be and, indeed, are significant for all, regardless of faith.

What do Old Testament kings, the title of Christ, and the most sacred part of the coronation service have in common?

Martyn Whittock | Fri 5 May 2023 7:36 BST

The answer, of course, is anointing with oil.
Dear King Charles

David Robertson | Fri 5 May 2023 6:47 BST

In your coronation oath you are going to solemnly promise "to the utmost of your power maintain the Laws of God and the true profession of the Gospel". And to "the utmost of your power maintain in the United Kingdom the Protestant Reformed Religion established by law". These are solemn promises. We pray that our gracious God will help you fulfil them.
GAFCON IV and the revolution in world Anglicanism

Martin Davie | Thu 4 May 2023 6:37 BST

The old Anglican order has gone, and Lambeth needs to accept this reality.
Repression of women points to worsening religious freedom trends abroad

Nury Turkel, Abraham Cooper | Thu 4 May 2023 6:29 BST

Denying religious freedom and women's rights go hand-in-hand.
Why is the coronation service set within the order of the Eucharist?

Martyn Whittock | Thu 4 May 2023 6:25 BST

In many ways, it is Communion, rather than crowns, that is the most important and counter-cultural aspect of the coronation service. That is a very challenging message.
Can a Christian have a demon?

Michael Brown | Wed 3 May 2023 5:48 BST

As the subject of deliverance and demons has come front and center in recent days, I wanted to state clearly what I do and do not believe, in keeping with the views I have held for decades.
Why Westminster Abbey? 1,000 years of coronation history

Martyn Whittock | Wed 3 May 2023 5:27 BST

Westminster Abbey has reflected the changing history of both the monarchy and the nation over one thousand years. Its stones have echoed to the great events of history.
How to fight back against artificial intelligence

Peter Crumpler | Tue 2 May 2023 9:31 BST

I've been writing Christian comment columns for newspapers and radio for more than 30 years – but I had a shock when I asked an artificial intelligence computer programme to write one for me.
The Church is still God's best idea for planet Earth

Leon Evans | Mon 1 May 2023 10:41 BST

The Church is more than the building or even the people you and I connect with. The Church is global, beautiful, powerful and the Church is on the move.
How 'progressive' Christians misuse the Bible

Michael Brown | Mon 1 May 2023 10:34 BST

In the words of Augustine, "If you believe what you like in the Gospel, and reject what you don't like, it is not the Gospel you believe, but yourself."
A dialogue on Exodus and slavery

Rowan Williams, Irene Lancaster | Sun 30 Apr 2023 8:36 BST

Lord Williams of Oystermouth, the former Archbishop of Canterbury, and Dr Irene Lancaster, chair of Broughton Park Jewish Christian Dialogue Group, discuss the relationship between the book of Exodus and campaigns to end slavery.
Lessons for today from the Salem Witch Trials

Martyn Whittock | Sat 29 Apr 2023 10:38 BST

In its origins, witch hunting is inextricably connected with a particularly troubled period of Christian history.