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The Church Times Podcast

The Church Times
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News, interviews, book reviews, and discussion each week from the Church Times - the world's leading newspaper on faith and the Church.

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On the podcast this week, Dr Selina Stone is interviewed about her new book, A Heavy Yoke: Theology, power and abuse in the Church, by Dr Lisa Adjei, the C of E’s Head of Racial Justice Priority. It was recorded at the book’s launch last month at Bri... more

A team from the Church Times was at Canterbury Cathedral on Friday, where the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury was revealed: the Bishop of London, the Rt Revd Sarah Mullally. She will be the first woman to hold the post. On the podcast this week, Franc... more

The editor of the Church Times, Sarah Meyrick, is joined by Madeleine Davies, senior writer, and Francis Martin, staff writer, to talk about the challenges that will face the next Archbishop of Canterbury. This week’s edition contains an eight-page p... more

In this week’s Church Times, Madeleine Davies has written an indepth feature about the so-called “quiet revival” among younger people, following a recent report by the Bible Society (News, 8 April). On the podcast this week, Madeleine talks about her... more

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Archbishop Hosam
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Episode: Archbishop in Jerusalem interviewed at the General Synod
Francis Spufford
Author of 'Cahokia Jazz', previously published novels include 'Golden Hill' and 'Light Perpetual'.
Episode: Francis Spufford on Cahokia Jazz
Jen Hadfield
The youngest person to win the TS Eliot Prize for Poetry, residing on the Shetland Isle of Boorah.
Episode: Lent Poetry Podcast revisited: 'Paternoster' by Jen Hadfield
Bishop Martyn Snow
Lead Bishop for the implementation of the Church of England's Living in Love and Faith process
Church of England
Episode: Bishop of Leicester on the intercultural lessons for Living in Love and Faith
Stephen Cottrell
Archbishop of York and author
The Church of England
Episode: Archbishop of York on Praying By Heart: The Lord’s Prayer for everyone
Sarah Tarlow
Professor of Historical Archaeology at the University of Leicester and author of 'The Archaeology of Loss'.
University of Leicester
Episode: Book Club Podcast: Sarah Tarlow on The Archaeology of Loss
Andrew Rumsey
Bishop of Ramsbury and co-lead bishop for church buildings
Church of England
Episode: Bishop Andrew Rumsey and David Watson on the value of church buildings
Tish Delaney
Author of Before My Actual Heart Breaks
Episode: Book Club Podcast: Tish Delaney on her novel Before My Actual Heart Breaks
Archbishop Yevstratiy
A prominent figure in the Orthodox Church of Ukraine.
Orthodox Church of Ukraine
Episode: Archbishop Yevstratiy interviewed in Ukraine

Hosts

Francis Martin
Staff Writer for The Church Times, regularly involved in in-depth interviews and discussions.
Sarah Meyrick
Editor of The Church Times, focusing on editorial content and guest discussions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • Excellent podcast!

    I love the interview, discussions, etc., excellent topics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sangs20
    Australia2 years ago
  • Engaging

    Very interesting, thoughtful and wide ranging content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mareth Marino
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Recommended

    Some really interesting interviews covering theology, literature, and spirituality.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JHG09
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • It is dull.

    It try’s so hard to avoid controversial issues within CofE it ends up speaking of noting of interest. Hence, a dull pointless podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BJCI
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • No more phone interviews please

    Vital messages made unlistenable. Video conferencing allows recording with vastly superior audio, and it’s hardly high tech.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Wornington
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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However, some express criticism over the avoidance of controversial topics, finding the content less stimulating.
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Many highlight the thoughtful and nuanced discussions on faith and contemporary issues.
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John Harris on Maybe I'm Amazed: A story of love and connection in ten songs
Q: How does James cope with silence?
Harris reflects on how living with James has made him more comfortable with silence and has fostered a unique bond between them.
John Harris on Maybe I'm Amazed: A story of love and connection in ten songs
Q: What does the near future hold for James?
James will start at a further education college focused on life skills and outdoor learning, offering a supportive environment for autistic individuals.
John Harris on Maybe I'm Amazed: A story of love and connection in ten songs
Q: Was it a very exposing writing?
Harris shares that writing about personal experiences with his son felt natural and reflective of ongoing conversations in the autism community.
John Harris on Maybe I'm Amazed: A story of love and connection in ten songs
Q: Why this book now?
Harris explains his shift from political writing to exploring personal themes, driven by conversations about his son James and the impact of music on their lives.
Francis Spufford on Cahokia Jazz
Q: What sort of research do you do for this?
The truth is that fiction of all kinds happens in another world... you need to decide what stays familiar and what doesn't.

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Content centers around faith, church affairs, and moral discussions, with a focus on contemporary issues in religion, including the Church's role in global crises. Episodes often feature interviews with notable figures who provide insights into theological debates, social justice concerns, and the intersection of faith with current events. Unique dimensions include deep dives into ethical dilemmas and personal stories related to faith, challenges within the Church of England, and discussions around how historical legacies shape modern moral landscapes.

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The Church Times Podcast launched 9 years ago and published 393 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Archbishop Hosam
2. Francis Spufford
3. Jen Hadfield
4. Bishop Martyn Snow
5. Stephen Cottrell
6. Sarah Tarlow
7. Andrew Rumsey
8. Tish Delaney

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