In the November edition of Reform, Stephen Tomkins speaks to Anthony Reddie, recently appointed Oxford University’s first ever Professor of Black Theology.
URC launches new safeguarding guidance
Two hundred and seventy-five people attended the online launch of Good Practice 6, the United Reformed Church guidance on arrangements and procedures to safeguard children, adults and those in greater need.
Join thousands in shining a light this Christmas
A nationwide Christmas campaign ‘Shine Your Light’ is being launched earlier this month to call hundreds of thousands to unite in towns, villages and cities this Christmas to take the message outdoors.
Youth work grant helps fund Mexican adventure
A Children and Youth Work grant has helped a teenager participate on an adventure in South America.
Helpful junior church member gains Lundie award
A “loyal, reliable and active” volunteer has been named the recipient of September’s Lundie Memorial Award.
New National Synod of Wales Moderator nominated
The Revd David Salsbury has been nominated to serve as the new Moderator of the United Reformed Church National Synod of Wales.
Books bring hope and faith to Zambian school
An idea to bring a few books on a trip to Zambia to celebrate the opening of a new school library has exceeded expectations.
Around the URC in seven days: 9-15 October
A round up of news from around the United Reformed Church over the past seven days: 9-15 October.
URC Moderator slams Home Office’s Windrush decision
The Moderator of the United Reformed Church General Assembly says the Home Office’s decision to disband the team dedicated to addressing the fallout from the Windrush scandal “undermines the hurt and pain caused”.
URC reaffirms its commitment to EcoCongregation Scotland
The National Synod of Scotland, in agreement with the wider United Reformed Church, reaffirmed its commitment to the ministry and mission of EcoCongregation Scotland, consisting of more than 600 churches, by renewing the Special Category Ministry post of Chaplain, and reappointing the Revd David Coleman to serve a further five years.