𝗖𝗵𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 The numbers don’t lie, and according to new research by Bible Society and YouGov the numbers are up, from 8% of adults in 2018 to 12% in 2024. That means for every two people in England and Wales who went to church, back in 2018, there

Excited to be presenting at the BIAPT conference again this year, roll on July

Our practicaltheologyhub.com is looking for contributions from theologians. Do you have something to explore that’s not quite enough for a journal? Would it help you to practice writing theology for a general rather than an academic readership? Get in touch with the editorial team

Fantastic day at the social determinants of health conference/book launch at UCL and a really privilege to discuss my recent Policy Press chapter about motherhood as a resource in countering ACEs amongst refugee minors.

What a very sad day in parliament

Treat yourself to 24-hours of stimulating conversation about the impact of biblical language at the beautiful Launde Abbey Launde Abbey. Book now and have something to look forward to in the dark days of December biapt.org/event/bible-sy…

"A Folding Screen: Framed by Love" bit.ly/sacred-remnants The penultimate entry in a series of reflections for St Paul's Cathedral on everyday objects that intersect with my faith and heritage which connect me to God and my ancestors in unexpected ways: In the corner of my

Final proofs! 📖🎉

Wonderful few days at the BIAPT 2025 conference. Thanks to all who worked so hard to organise it.

Very grateful for the opportunity to present at BIAPT conference again this year re some of the underlying theology of experiences and responses to miscarriage and baby loss in pregnancy. Three days of great people, fascinating talks, fruitful conversations.

How has Biblical language impacted our culture? Catch Nick Spencer speaking at the BIAPT Bible Symposium with Paul Fiddes. 🗓️ 4-5 December 2025 📍Launde Abbey, Leicestershire Find out more and get your tickets here: biapt.org/event/bible-sy…

Look what we've just had in, Sarah Brush! Everyone, look at the lovely cover, the image was painted by Sarah herself! The book is out at the end of October but pre-orders open now at: scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/97803340… #TheWayThroughTheTrees 🌳

The BIAPT Bible and practical theology symposium is under two months away. Keynotes from Prof Paul Fiddes on historical impact of biblical language and from Dr Nick Spencer Nick Spencer on biblical rhetoric in public life, plus many other contributors.

Hard copy has arrived! Excited to be published in the latest edition of Practical Theology journal proposing some principles for a theology of possessions. Read here: tandfonline.com/eprint/SMWNRTF…

It’s book release week! Out on 13 November. bloomsbury.com/uk/male-circum…

Out today! Bloomsbury Academic bloomsbury.com/uk/male-circum…

What kind of world was Jesus born into? Guest scholar Joan Taylor explores Jesus’s childhood in a time of danger, migration, and resilience. Mon, Nov 24 | 8pm Eastern (5pm Pacific) | Free on Zoom earlychristiantexts.com/early-christia…

Our friends on the West Coast Avanti West Coast have collaborated with The Salvation Army to offer a warm space with free hot drinks and snacks to those waiting for the Rail Replacement buses at the Lockerbie station between 1 and 6 Jan. Here's Alan from the Salvation Army with

Many of you have followed the news around 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘘𝘶𝘪𝘦𝘵 𝘙𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘭 report over the past year. Today, we want to share some disappointing news. YouGov has informed us that the 2024 survey sample our report was based on was faulty. While this error does not mean all the

Very sorry to hear this for several reasons, though there has been pushback on the findings for some time. Really feel for the Bible Society who put their trust in YouGov and hope some good will still come out of this.