This hymn, 'Jesus, You Have Shown a Welcome', began at Greenbelt Festival, where our very own Steve Tinning co-leads the much-loved Beer & Hymns gathering. The original version, 'Boughton, Home of Holy Mischief', was written for Greenbelt’s final festival at Boughton House in 2026. This adapted …
Can democracy survive perpetual outrage?
There are few things more important to a healthy democracy than integrity. Those who hold public office should be expected to tell the truth, keep their promises where they can, admit mistakes when they cannot, and exercise power with humility and accountability. When they fall short, they should …
Refugee family reunion: reflecting on the government response
The Home Office have responded to the letter from faith leaders about refugee family reunion. Steve Tinning reflects on the issues it raises about principles, policy, and the questions between. A few weeks ago, more than 800 faith leaders from across the UK signed a joint letter to the Home …
Show Me the Humanity
Why the UK needs a Jerry Maguire styled epiphany On the wall of my office, I have around 50 boards depicting my favourite films and tv shows – some are profound, some edgy, some, if I’m honest, are a bit cringy, but all of them are meaningful to me in some way. One of them is Cameron …
Engaging with the Assisted Dying debates faithfully, prayerfully and compassionately
“Death is the final taboo”; isn’t that what they say? Well, perhaps not so much at the moment. A new bill asking MPs to consider legalising assisted dying is coming before parliament for a debate on the 29th November. Despite being a private members bill (a bill that is not proposed by the …
Getting Political Beyond the Ballot Box
How might Christians and Church communities engage with politics in the months and years after the General Election. Steve Tinning It’s been over 3 months since the UK General Election – a momentous election that saw a dramatic change in the make-up of the Westminster Parliament. For some of …
The Rwanda plan has failed, but churches can help steer a better course
The Supreme Court has declared the government’s Rwanda plan illegal. As Rishi Sunak explores emergency legislation to get round the ruling, JPIT's Steve Tinning says safe routes and community support – including from the Christian community – offer a more compassionate response. Five Supreme …
Afghanistan and the UK – One Year On from the Fall Of Kabul
One year ago, it was reported that the President of Afghanistan, Ashraf Ghani, had fled the country. In April 2022, President Biden had announced his intention of fully withdrawing of US troops from Afghanistan. Subsequently, the Taliban’s attacks across the country intensified and a number of …
Being Brought Home
Didn’t the same God who made me, make them? (Job 31:15 – The Message) It was welcome news to many British Citizens and their families when, last week, the Foreign Office announced a deal with the airline industry to bring home thousands of stranded tourists struggling to get home because of …