All church articles
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OpinionThe Quiet Revival debate isn’t really about the data
Journalist Tabby Kibugi explores why critics and champions are clashing over the Bible Society’s findings, and suggests the intensity of the argument points to a deeper question about spiritual hunger and cultural change.
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OpinionWhy are women more religious than men?
Church leader Hannah Stephenson-Kelly considers how social roles, lived experience, and the use of time and space may help explain this perceived gender gap in religiosity.
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ArticleWhy do we struggle to face the reality of self-harm?
A high percentage of young women in our churches, families and social circles are struggling with harming themselves, and they need support, not judgement, says high school teacher-librarian Rachel Allcock
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OpinionGREAT SEXPECTATIONS I am a single mum, and feel side-lined at church
In our fortnightly column ‘Great Sexpectations’ we answer your questions on sex, faith and intimacy. Drop us an email on womanalive@premier.org.uk and ask us anything. Here, the Woman Alive team answer a mother who is looking for more support from her church.
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ArticleRachel Hughes: Finding God in the ‘radical middle’
Rachel Hughes, senior pastor of Gas Street Church, Birmingham, and co-founder of women’s ministry The Orchard, speaks about bringing Spirit-filled purpose through our suffering and failure as well as our joy
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Article‘It’s clear from scripture that older women are meant to disciple younger women’
Kate Orson asserts we should be looking to the Bible, rather than equality reports, to learn how to best structure church discipleship
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OpinionFostering accountability among Church leaders
Writer Joy Roxborough challenges the Church to confront the recurring failures of prominent male leaders. She argues that genuine, lived-out accountability is essential for safeguarding both leaders and the body of Christ.
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OpinionWhat ‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’ taught me about confession and grace
Writer Jo Acharya shares how this unexpected murder story powerfully illustrates themes of confession and grace. Through her insights, the film becomes a profound exploration of how the Church is called to love and serve rather than judge, revealing the true heart of the Gospel.
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OpinionWhy this online narrative about Christian women misses the point (faith is not a formula to secure a husband)
Writer Tabby Kibugi dismantles the viral claim that modern Christian womanhood is just strategic husband-hunting. Through personal reflection and cultural critique, she reveals a far more honest picture of why women return to God.
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Article‘Revival is in my bloodline’
Jacintha Tagal Cheah is a pastor and leader at Holy Trinity Bukit Bintang (HTBB) Church, Kuala Lumpur. She spoke with our deputy editor, Jemimah Wright, about how God reached the headhunting tribe her family originated from and how she is seeing him move today
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ArticleA prophetic word for the nation: ‘The UK is being given the chance to awaken’
Pioneer of the Unleashed network and author Anne Calver spoke with Premier Christian radio’s Lydia Bennett about the vital role of prophecy today
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ArticleIs church growth as important as Church growth?
Elise Wilkes considers whether it is best for your local church to stay below 200 people
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OpinionWhen love looks like action - what a viral experiment revealed about Church giving
Writer Maxine Harrison reflects on a recent viral social experiment by TikTok creator Nikalie Monroe, whose calls to places of worship asking for baby formula exposed a surprising pattern of responses. Her piece explores what these moments reveal about generosity, witness, and the heart of the Church today.
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ArticleWhy do women continue to shoulder the burden?
Anna Rees Green looks at the ‘invisible load’ carried by so many women and asks why the Church hasn’t found a better way
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OpinionRural female clergy have good news to share
Author, Ruth Leigh highlights the vital role of women in rural ministry, sharing uplifting stories from the LoveRural Conference. Her article showcases how female clergy and laywomen are bringing faith, hope, and community engagement to the countryside.
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OpinionLouise Thompson’s journey towards faith
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm reflects on Louise Thompson’s journey through birth trauma, recovery, and her openness to spirituality. Becky gently encourages Louise to lean into those stirrings of faith and discover the hope and fullness found in Jesus.
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ArticleThe ‘happy high status’
Rev Katherine Chow shares her hesitant entry into public speaking, and the inspiration she draws from John the Baptist
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ArticleThe Salvation Army: Disturbing the present for the sake of the future
As this well-respected, global organisation turns 160, our deputy editor, Jemimah Wright, considers its impact, particularly for women
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Article‘I am not putting too much weight on the so-called “quiet revival”’
Veronica Zundel explains why she has questions about the reported rise in young people attending churches
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Article‘It seems that this influx of young people is reviving the dying Church’
Kate Orson is absolutely sure that the ‘Gen Z revival’ is key to the future of the Church, but urges caution with the Church’s next steps
