Marriage in Britain is in steep decline, especially among the less affluent, contributing to rising loneliness, fatherlessness, and social instability. As marriage rates fall, the feedback loop of its disappearance strengthens. Reviving marriage requires bold leadership, cultural renewal, and a biblical vision that sees marriage as both a social good and a reflection of God's covenantal love.
In Reflections on War (1933), Simone Weil wrote, “the present situation and the state of mind it gives rise to, once again bring the problem of war back on the agenda.” Christians cannot remain indifferent to global conflicts. The Just War tradition seeks to restrain violence, ensuring force is used only as a last resort to restore peace, guided by justice and prudence.
Sabbath is more than a day off—it’s a rhythm of rest that aligns us with God’s order. In a restless, 24/7 world, keeping Sabbath is an act of faith, resisting burnout and reclaiming grace. As Ian Stackhouse reflects, it’s a gift from God and a witness to His reign.
If you’re concerned about the uncritical rise of AI, Jeremy Peckham’s Cambridge Paper: “Living Virtuously with AI Chatbots” is a essential reading. He explores how AI challenges our virtue, relationality, and humanity, warning against emotional dependence on digital companions. Peckham urges Christians to cultivate good habits, protect relationships, and ensure technology serves us, not replaces us.
Europe’s leaders still fail to connect the dots between their foreign policies and the migration crises they decry. From Libya to Iran, Turkey to Syria, short-term deals and profit-driven diplomacy deepen the very causes of displacement. Until Europe adopts a relational approach that recognises human dignity and interdependence, its policies will keep fuelling the chaos they claim to solve.
Gen Z faces rising loneliness, fewer friendships, and a shrinking zest for life. Remote work, while comfortable, often intensifies disconnection, erodes discipline, and detaches us from embodied community. Digital work promises flexibility but risks leaving young people unfulfilled. The Church can offer an alternative: rhythms of rest, embodied worship, and real human presence that nurture meaning and belonging in a disconnected world.
Our vision is to teach Christians the Relational worldview based on its biblical foundations, and its implications for private and public life, so that Christians can more effectively bring about transformation of their societies and demonstrate both the credibility and the heart of the gospel.
