Isabel Vaughan-Spruce was arrested twice for silently praying within a buffer zone. Isabel challenged West Midlands Police and she won. But this raises the question: is freedom of speech restricted in the UK? Danny Webster from the Evangelical Alliance, Paul Huxley from Christian Concern and Lois Miller from Alliance Defending Freedom International join Michael Fanstone to discuss this.
The UK has continued to see a relentless cost of living crises and a bigger strain on working-class parents and careers. So, is the long summer break only favourable to families who come into certain income brackets, but proves to be an annual nightmare for those struggling with childcare and a higher cost of living? Headteacher and Author, Miriam Manderson joins Michael Fanstone to discuss this.
Two weeks ago, our nation faced tumultuous riots that had various impacts. Amidst this, in Southampton, Christians congregated in prayer upon hearing news of a potential riot in their city, and they experienced a remarkable act of God. Laurence Brackpool, Pastor of Riverside Family Church, shared this profound experience with Michael Fanstone.
The English Premier League is back and if you have your finger on the pulse, you will know that comes with a lot of cheering, fan energy and football action. English football can be hugely entertaining and very competitive. So, is there something we as Christians can learn from the sport? Peter Crumpler is a broadcaster and writer, and a supporter of Brentford FC and he joined Michael Fanstone to explore this
The 2024 Paris Olympics are drawing to a close, yet the event has offered more than just remarkable displays from athletes worldwide; it has also cast a spotlight on Christianity. With many athletes candidly discussing their faith, the games appear to have amplified the frequency of Christ's name being mentioned or heard. Richard Daly, who has been in Paris tracking the events and conversing with athletes, joined Michael Fanstone to delve into the reasons behind the Olympic buzz surrounding Christ.
Self-made millionaire and businesswomen Camilita Nuttall and Daniel Jones, Chief Generosity Officer at Stewardship, chat with Michael Fanstone about King Charles's lavish lobster dinner, how we get our spending priorities in order, and whether it's okay for us to enjoy the finer things in life.
What's the most outlandish purchase you've ever made? A church in Hull acquired what some might deem an audacious goal—a complete adventure park. Jarrod Cooper, the leader of Revive Church in Hull, sat down with Michael Fanstone to discuss the rationale behind such an unexpected move.
Former Olympian Marilyn Okoro and Graham Daniels, Director of Christians in Sport, chat to Michael Fanstone about the first week of Paris 2024, what it feels like to win an Olympic medal, and why France's secular culture makes things difficult for Christians at the games.
From Scotland to Skegness, Cornwall to Carlisle...we love hearing good news stories of lives and communities transformed by the Holy Spirit. One of those places is the Isle of Wight. Premier's Max Avard headed to Christ the King College on The Island where worship artist and self-proclaimed 'dance fiend' Chip Kendall brought one of his praise parties to hundreds of young people.
Ben and Emma Carman visited the Isle of Wight in 2020 and felt God calling them back to live there and plant a church there. Four years later Altitude Church has about 75 members and a sizable number of children and young people. Ben and Emma shared with Michael Fanstone how it all began and the incredible way God confirmed His plan for them.
This weekend Premier Christian Radio heads to the Isle of Wight to learn of what God is doing there especially in evangelism and missional work, and to get a sense of the community ahead of the upcoming Lionheart festival. Bob White, who runs Revive Newport Outreach, as well as Rev Brian Harley the Minister of Shanklin United Reformed Church spoke to Michael Fanstone about the fascinating ways God is moving in their community.
Mark Sayers, author and senior leader of Red Church in Melbourne, chats to Michael Fanstone about Billy Joel, 'doomscrolling', and how the history of the church shows we're on the cusp of revival. Mark is the author of ‘A non-anxious presence: How a Changing and Complex World Will Create a Remnant of Renewed Christian Leaders'.
The Conservatives received a battering in the polls with several former cabinet ministers losing their seats. In what has been dubbed one of Britain's most historic elections, Sir Keir Starmer has emerged as the new Prime Minister of the UK as the Labour Party wins a massive majority. With a long road to recovery ahead of them, the Conservative Party need to re build and earn public trust in them. Conservative MP John Glen from Salisbury discussed this with Esther Higham and Michael Fanstone
Sir Keir Starmer is the new Prime Minister of the UK as the Labour Party wins 412 seats in the Houses of Parliaments and finish the day with a historic majority. The Conservatives received a battering in the polls with several former cabinet ministers losing their seats. Was this massive win something to be expected? Political commentator Danny Webster had a chat Michael Fanstone and Esther Higham to see how all these results align with the prediction polls
The Labour Party has won the just concluded General Elections with 412 seats in the Houses of Parliaments and finished the day with a massive majority. This gives them 64% share of the total number of seats in parliament. The electorate has high expectations from newly appointed Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer. Following Labour's victory, the question arises: what comes next? Labour MP for York Central, Rachael Maskell, discussed the future steps with Michael Fanstone and Esther Higham.
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