Faith in Politics: Recent Episodes
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Join Ryan and Beth, the Joint Public Issues Team's parliamentary interns, as they interview Christian public figures engaged in politics. Each month the podcast will grapple with pertinent justice issues and muse on what the Bible brings to the political discussion.
A General Election has been called! How should churches and Christians engage? Join Simeon and Sienna as they talk about our call to ‘Love, Pray and Vote’, some of the issues we want to see on the election agenda, and how churches can be part of the democratic process through voter registration and holding hustings.Further reading/resources: https://jpit.uk/electionhttps://www.voterchampion.org.uk/https://www.gov.uk/register-to-voteFind us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at https://jpit.uk/
This week, the Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, stated that we are closer to nuclear escalation than at any point since the 1962 Cuban missile crisis. Is he right and what can be done? In 2008, US nuclear weapons were removed from British soil. Now it looks like the US wants to send them back. Should the British public have a say? Listen to Annie and Steve chat about these current issues. Further reading/resources: https://cnduk.org/lakenheath/https://scrapweapons.com/https://jpit.uk/cubahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXRmkCvUwig&ab_channel=InterfaithStatementontheTPNWFind us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at https://jpit.uk/
Roo talks to Fr Dominic Robinson and Revd Jennifer Mills-Knutsen, two of London's West End church leaders, about their recent letter denouncing the UK Government's approach to 'nuisance' rough sleeping in the Criminal Justice Bill.Further reading and action:https://premierchristian.news/en/news/article/church-leaders-unite-against-proposed-legislation-to-criminalise-rough-sleepinghttps://www.thetablet.co.uk/news/18595/clergy-denounce-threat-to-homeless-in-criminal-justice-billhttps://campaigns.crisis.org.uk/page/142013/-/1https://housingjustice.org.uk/https://jpit.uk/housing-and-homelessnessFind us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at http://jpit.uk/
Simeon and Paul discuss the impact they expect The Budget, announced on 6 March 2024, will have on people with the lowest incomes or those who are experiencing poverty or destitution.Further reading and action:https://jpit.uk/responding-to-the-budget-0324https://letsendpoverty.co.uk/Find us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at http://jpit.uk/
Sienna and Steve T discuss why voting is important, the potential barriers people might face to voting this year and how churches can become accredited Voter Registration Champions.Further reading and action:https://www.voterchampion.org.uk/https://jpit.uk/the-view-from-a-cupboard-in-parliamenthttps://jpit.uk/electionFind us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at http://jpit.uk/
Annie and Steve talk about the climate-change-focused COP28, which begins today in the United Arab Emirates. They chat about the UK's role, what might happen as a result of the conference and how we can get involved.Further reading and action:https://jpit.uk/cop28https://www.christianaid.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/campaign-climate-justicehttps://makepolluterspay.co.uk/about-usFind us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at http://jpit.uk/
Annie asks Hannah Fremont-Brown about her role as the Anti-Poverty Movement Coordinator for the Methodist Church, why ending poverty matters to her, how we can get involved in the Let’s End Poverty movement and why now is the right time for this movement to emerge.Further reading and action:https://letsendpoverty.co.ukFind us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at http://jpit.uk/
Hannah F and Steve H reflect on the war in Ukraine, and what might be ahead as JPIT releases a briefing to support meaningful discussion about the ongoing conflict.
Further reading and action: Ukraine briefing:
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Roo talks to Hannah F-B about the Essentials Guarantee, who's behind it, the research that has been done and how a more realistic understanding of how much it costs to live in the UK would make a big difference for people receiving Universal Credit.
Further reading and action:
https://www.trusselltrust.org/get-involved/campaigns/guarantee-our-essentials/ https://www.jrf.org.uk/report/guarantee-our-essentials
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Steve and Hazel discuss the 'Anti-Boycott Bill' currently progressing through UK Parliament. Who does it target, what is it for and how might it curtail our civil liberties?
Read more:
https://jpit.uk/banning-boycotts-and-divestments-have-we-not-learned-anything-from-south-africa https://bills.parliament.uk/Bills/3475/publications
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JPIT’s Hannahs talk about the Government’s plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda, in light of the news that the Court of Appeal ruled the policy unlawful. Why is the Government pushing on with this policy and what could a compassionate and practical alternative look like?
Read more: https://www.refugeecouncil.org.uk/information/what-is-the-illegal-migration-bill/ https://www.jcwi.org.uk/illegal-migration-bill-2023-briefing https://www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/publication/illegal-migration-bill
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The Joint Public Issues Team has suggestions for how UK political parties’ election manifestos could be more hopeful and more justice-seeking. In this episode, Hazel and Paul share their hopes for party policies that will reduce poverty.
Read more: https://jpit.uk/hopesformanifestos https://jpit.uk/manifestosuggestions https://jpit.uk/poverty https://jpit.uk/?s=universal-credit https://jrf.org.uk/report/guarantee-our-essentials https://povertytruthnetwork.org/commissions/commissioners-experiences/ https://church-poverty.org.uk/dignityconference (recordings to be added soon)
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The Joint Public Issues Team has suggestions for how UK political parties’ election manifestos could be more hopeful and more justice-seeking. In this episode, Hazel and Steve share their hopes for party policies that contribute to peacemaking.Read more: https://jpit.uk/hopesformanifestoshttps://jpit.uk/manifestosuggestionshttps://jpit.uk/aidhttps://jpit.uk/?s=nuclear+weaponshttps://jpit.uk/issues/peacemaking/nuclear-weaponshttps://scrapweapons.com/Find us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at https://jpit.uk/
The Joint Public Issues Team has suggestions for how UK political parties’ election manifestos could be more hopeful and more justice-seeking. In this episode, Hazel and Hannah share their hopes for party policies that benefit the environment.Read more: https://jpit.uk/hopesformanifestoshttps://jpit.uk/manifestosuggestionshttps://jpit.uk/net-zero-in-my-neighbourhoodhttps://www.hftf.org.uk/https://www.christianaid.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/climate-change/loss-and-damageFind us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at https://jpit.uk/
The Joint Public Issues Team has suggestions for how UK political parties’ election manifestos could be more hopeful and more justice-seeking. In this episode, Hazel and Steve T share their hopes for party policies that humanise and care for refugees.Read more: https://jpit.uk/hopesformanifestoshttps://jpit.uk/manifestosuggestionshttps://jpit.uk/refugeeshttps://jpit.uk/1450-church-leaders-oppose-the-illegal-migration-billhttps://jpit.uk/issues/asylum-and-migrationhttps://jpit.uk/issues/asylum-and-migration/liftthebanhttps://www.refugee-action.org.uk/lift-the-ban/Find us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at https://jpit.uk/
The Joint Public Issues Team has suggestions for how UK political parties’ election manifestos could be more hopeful and more justice-seeking. In this episode, Hazel and Alfie share their hopes for party policies that encourage a politics characterised by listening, kindness and truthfulness.Read more: https://jpit.uk/hopesformanifestoshttps://jpit.uk/manifestosuggestionshttps://church-poverty.org.uk/DignityConference/https://fullfact.org/https://aplecollective.com/https://jrf.org.uk/https://povertyinequality.scot/https://mysociety.org/Find us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at https://jpit.uk/
The Joint Public Issues Team has suggestions for how UK political parties’ election manifestos could be more hopeful and more justice-seeking. In this episode, Hazel and Paul share their hopes for political parties' economic policies.Read more: https://jpit.uk/hopesformanifestoshttps://jpit.uk/manifestosuggestionshttps://www.kateraworth.com/Find us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at https://jpit.uk/
Hazel, JPIT intern, talks to Steve Hucklesby, Policy Advisor for JPIT, about the AR6 Synthesis Report. This report was released on 20th March by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, and has been billed as the 'final warning' for keeping global warming within 1.5 degrees. What does this report mean for us and how can we respond? Read the report here: www.ipcc.ch/report/sixth-assessment-report-cycle/ Find a local climate justice group: www.friendsoftheearth.uk/take-action/join-group-near-you JPIT's Net Zero in My Neighbourhood resources: www.jpit.uk/net-zero-in-my-neighbourhoodFind us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at jpit.uk/
JPIT's Paul Morrison, policy advisor for poverty and the economy, talks to Roo about his thoughts on the Budget announced today by UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt. Who will be most affected by the new policies and what changes would make it better?Useful sites:Citizens Advice https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/Food banks https://www.trusselltrust.org/ (other food banks are also available)Community meals https://foodcycle.org.uk/community-mealsChristians Against Poverty https://capuk.org/Find us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at https://jpit.uk/
JPIT’s Steve T and Matt Ceaser, coordinator for Methodists for Ukraine, take ten minutes to examine the successes and challenges of the Homes for Ukraine scheme, one year on. How have people of faith contributed, and what is next for those displaced by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine?More info and further reading:https://www.baptist.org.uk/Groups/376025/Homes_for_Ukraine.aspxwww.methodist.org.uk/methodistsforukrainehttps://hansard.parliament.uk/Commons/2023-03-01/debates/874C666F-1BB5-44D5-A638-D58E26B288DC/HomesForUkraineSchemeAnniversary?highlight=ukraine#contribution-632E55FA-40B1-4E05-9D69-612054E445B4 – Parliamentary debate on the Homes for Ukraine Schemehttps://www.workrightscentre.org/media/1292/on-the-frontline-london-councils-response-to-the-humanitarian-crisis-in-ukraine.pdf - Report highlighting the response of local councils in supporting the schemehttps://www.redcross.org.uk/about-us/what-we-do/we-speak-up-for-change/how-people-displaced-by-the-conflict-in-ukraine-are-finding-safety-in-the-uk - Red Cross report on the situation for Ukrainians in the UK todayFind us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at https://jpit.uk/
On International Women's Day, Hannah F interviews Cat Smith MP about being a woman in politics. What are the challenges, what's improved and what role can Christianity play?Cat Smith has been the Labour MP for Lancaster and Fleetwood since 2015.Find us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at https://jpit.uk/
On the second anniversary of the murder of Sarah Everard, Hannah F and Hazel discuss the issues facing policing in the UK affecting the safety of women. Has anything changed in the last two years and what can Christians do in response?Further reading:https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/mar/10/almost-all-young-women-in-the-uk-have-been-sexually-harassed-survey-findsONS data on domestic abuse: https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/crimeandjustice/bulletins/domesticabuseinenglandandwalesoverview/november2022Police Foundation Report: https://www.policingreview.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/srpew_final_report.pdf‘Institutional misogyny erodes women’s trust in the police’: https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2021/mar/16/institutional-misogyny-erodes-womens-trust-in-uk-policeBritish Association for Women in Policing: https://www.bawp.org/Centre for Women's Justice research: https://www.centreforwomensjustice.org.uk/policy-researchThe Joint Public Issues Team is Baptists Together, the Methodist Church and the United Reformed Church working together for peace and justice.Find us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at https://jpit.uk/
Steve H and Dave take 10 minutes to reflect on the anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. What have we seen in the first year of this conflict? What does supplying arms to Ukraine mean for the UK's position? Are new alliances being formed as a result of the war and how can the moral and ethical voice of faiths be heard?[Recorded in an office with loud air conditioning – apologies for the sound quality on this episode]Statements from church leaders: https://jpit.uk/ukraine-invasion-one-year-onLast year's 10 minutes on Ukraine podcast: soundcloud.com/jpitpodcast/10-minutes-on-the-invasion-of-ukraineThe Joint Public Issues Team is Baptists Together, the Methodist Church and the United Reformed Church working together for peace and justice.Find us on:twitter.com/publicissues |instagram.com/public.issues |facebook.com/jointpublicissues |youtube.com/publicissues |Find out more at https://jpit.uk
Social media has changed the way that we view, understand and interact with others – especially in times of conflict. Hannah and Alfie delve into the ways uncontrolled media and citizen journalism have changed things, looking at the big issues of accountability, disinformation and truth.If you want to explore further the immense consequences of digitalisation on the battlefield, these four books are the place to go: * This is Not Propaganda: Adventures in the War Against Reality by Peter Pomerantsev Radical War: Data, Attention and Control in the Twenty-First Century by Matthew Ford and Andrew Hoskins War in 140 Characters: How Social Media is Reshaping Conflict in the Twenty-First Century by David Patrikarakos LikeWar The Weaponization of Social Media by P.W. Singer and Emerson BrookingOr for a shorter read: * On WikiLeaks and Activist Imagery: https://chrchristensen.medium.com/collateral-murder-and-the-after-life-of-activist-imagery-3fc2accd82bb#.e4nk7rrqe An interesting report on social media truth and trust: https://bluesyemre.files.wordpress.com/2018/07/ct2018.pdfThe Joint Public Issues Team is Baptists Together, the Methodist Church and the United Reformed Church working together for peace and justice.Find us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at https://jpit.uk/
In this episode of 10 Minutes on, Hazel and Hannah discuss the important role of councils in reducing carbon emissions, and how JPIT’s ‘Net Zero in My Neighbourhood’ resource can encourage churches and individuals to get involved. Resources: jpit.uk/net-zero-in-my-neighbourhoodThe Joint Public Issues Team is Baptists Together, the Methodist Church and the United Reformed Church working together for peace and justice.Find us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at https://jpit.uk
On St Andrew's Day, David and Roo chat about the recent High Court ruling on a new Scottish independence referendum and the role of churches in seeking a politics which is characterised by listening, kindness and truthfulness.Politics and faith: jpit.uk/issues/politics-and-electionsPolitics in the Pulpit podcast: jpit.uk/politicsinthepulpitThe Joint Public Issues Team is Baptists Together, the Methodist Church and the United Reformed Church working together for peace and justice.Find us on:* twitter.com/publicissues * instagram.com/public.issues * facebook.com/jointpublicissues * youtube.com/publicissues Find out more at https://jpit.uk
COP27 took place 3–19 November 2022. What happened at the conference and where does that leave us on our journey towards climate justice? Hannah and Steve chat through some of the wins and losses of the conference, including a resolution around loss and damage.Statement in response to COP27 from Church Leaders in JPIT’s denominations: https://jpit.uk/cop27-response Our COP27 blogs: https://jpit.uk/category/environment The Joint Public Issues Team is Baptists Together, the Methodist Church and the United Reformed Church working together for peace and justice.Find us on:* twitter.com/publicissues * instagram.com/public.issues * facebook.com/jointpublicissues * youtube.com/publicissues Find out more at https://jpit.uk
Alfie and Roo from the Joint Public Issues Team talk toilets for ten minutes, exploring the injustices faced by people without access to good sanitation. World Toilet Day is remembered each year on 19 November. Toilet Twinning: www.toilettwinning.org/ * World Toilet Day website: www.worldtoiletday.info/ A brief history of the flushing toilet: www.baus.org.uk/museum/164/a_brief_history_of_the_flush_toiletThe Joint Public Issues Team is Baptists Together, the Methodist Church and the United Reformed Church working together for peace and justice.Find us on:twitter.com/publicissues |instagram.com/public.issues |facebook.com/jointpublicissues |youtube.com/publicissues |Find out more at https://jpit.uk
Hannah and Paul explore the measures announced in the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement (17 Nov 2022) and the impact these changes will have on communities. In their conversation, Hannah and Paul discuss what the headlines from the statement are and whether they will have a positive effect for people hit by the rising cost of living. More on cost of living: jpit.uk/enoughtoliveMore on poverty and inequality: jpit.uk/issues/poverty-and-inequalityThe Joint Public Issues Team is Baptists Together, the Methodist Church and the United Reformed Church working together for peace and justice.Find us on:* twitter.com/publicissues * instagram.com/public.issues * facebook.com/jointpublicissues * youtube.com/publicissues Find out more at https://jpit.uk
The Season Finale looks back at the JPIT Conference, which took place on 11 June 2022.Beth and Ryan share some of their highlights, with studio conversations and keynote speakers including Bishop Mike Royal, President of Churches Together England and Sienna Sexton of Just Love.| | | |See more at jpit.uk/conference| | | |The Joint Public Issues Team is Baptists Together, the Methodist Church GB and the United Reformed Church working together for peace and justice. You can find out more about us at jpit.uk
As we approach COP27, JPIT’s Steve Hucklesby and Hannah Furse explore the topic of Loss and Damage – what is it, why is it important and what can we do about it. JPIT loss and damage letter to MP: jpit.uk/issues/environment/template-letter-to-your-mp-about-loss-and-damageHack the Agenda: youtu.be/SZ_EMkHBM2AChristian Aid Petition: christianaid.org.uk/get-involved-campaigns/climate-change/hack-agenda-petitionCOP27 website: www.cop27.egThe Joint Public Issues Team is Baptists Together, the Methodist Church and the United Reformed Church working together for peace and justice.Find us on:twitter.com/publicissues |instagram.com/public.issues |facebook.com/jointpublicissues |youtube.com/publicissues |Find out more at https://jpit.uk
During Challenge Poverty Week, JPIT's Simeon Mitchell and Steve Tinning explore how churches can link practical responses to the cost of living crisis (such as warm spaces and food banks) to advocacy for a just society where such provision is no longer needed.||||||||||Warm Welcome | www.warmwelcome.uk | Challenge Poverty Week | www.challengepoverty.co.uk | JPIT ‘Enough to Live’ campaign | jpit.uk/enoughtolive | Fuelling the Problems? Putting community at the heart of warm banks | gracetruth.blog/2022/07/13/fuelling-the-problems-by-corin-pilling/ | Trussell Trust | www.trusselltrust.org |||||||||||The Joint Public Issues Team is Baptists Together, the Methodist Church and the United Reformed Church working together for peace and justice. Find us on: twitter.com/publicissues | instagram.com/public.issues | facebook.com/jointpublicissues | youtube.com/publicissues | Find out more at jpit.uk
Hannah and Hazel of the Joint Public Issues Team explore modern-day slavery and how we can respond.Show notes: International Justice Mission | www.ijm.org/ Unseen | www.unseenuk.org/ Anti-Slavery International | www.antislavery.org/ Together Free | www.togetherfree.org.uk/ Fashion Revolution | www.fashionrevolution.org/ JPIT | jpit.uk/modern-slavery/ JPIT | jpit.uk/forced-labour-in-fashion-who-makes-our-clothesThe Joint Public Issues Team is Baptists Together, the Methodist Church and the United Reformed Church working for peace and justice.Find us on: twitter.com/publicissues instagram.com/public.issues facebook.com/jointpublicissues youtube.com/publicissuesFind out more at jpit.uk
In this episode, Paul and Dave take 10 minutes to talk about the government's mini-budget, announced on 23rd September, and the impact this will have on the poorest families facing the cost of living crisis.
Join us this week as Ryan and Beth try and stay afloat in the choppy waters of leadership election chaos and chat with former Conservative MP David Burrowes. They have an honest chat about election defeat and the persecuted church.
This week we speak to MP for Battersea Marsha de Cordova. We discuss finding your calling, the role of the Opposition and how to keep working for justice without losing hope.
In the week the IPCC's 6th report was released, Steve and David talk about the impact warnings the government's committee on climate change are making, and the drastic need to make change in the next 3-5 years.
Join Beth and Ryan this month as they chat to SNP MP, David Linden. They talk about whether Nationalist politics always has to be divisive, Harry Styles and what we mean when we talk about ‘distinctive Christian witness’.
Two years ago today the World Health Organisation first described Covid as a pandemic. Simeon and Matt from the Joint Public Issues Team discuss the current situation around the world and the debate over vaccine intellectual property rights.
10 Minutes On, the sister podcast of Faith in Politics, reflects on what's going on in the world around us and asks what we as Christians should be doing about it.
Dave and Steve from the Joint Public Issues Team discuss Ukraine and Russia's recent history, the call to be peacemakers and how Christian leaders can lead people into prayer as the conflict unfolds.
Matt and Paul chat for 10 minutes on the cost of living, after a week in which the energy price cap rose by 54%, interest rates were lifted, and the Chancellor announced measures aiming to soften the blow. They put these changes in the longer-term context of poverty in the UK, and discuss how churches and Christians might want to respond.
Recorded on 8th February 2022.
10 Minutes On, the sister podcast of Faith in Politics, reflects on what’s going on in the world around us and asks us what we as Christians should be doing about it.
This week we speak to the Mayor of Stockport, Adrian Nottingham! We chat about what it means to work for justice on a local level and how to foster constructive spaces in politics. Join us at JPIT’s upcoming conference in London and online! Find out more here: https://www.jointpublicissues.org.uk/conference/
Hannah and Simeon take 10 minutes to talk through the progress of the Nationality and Borders Bill, as it makes its way into the House of Lords. They explore what opportunities for influencing there are in this next stage, and how we might be able to get involved.
Recorded on 15th December 2021.
10 Minutes On, the sister podcast of Faith in Politics, reflects on what’s going on in the world around us and asks what we as Christians should be doing about it.
In the December episode, Ryan and Beth talk to Gareth from Christians Against Poverty. Hear their reflections on why we should care about eradicating poverty, the reality of life on a low income and why structural change is crucial to seeing an end to UK poverty.
10 Minutes On, the sister podcast of Faith in Politics, reflects on what's going on in the world around us and asks what we as Christians should be doing about it.
JPIT team members, Steve T and Dave, reflect on the tragic events in the English channel and how Christians can respond.
Check out JPIT's resources on welcoming the stranger here: https://www.jointpublicissues.org.uk/nationalityandbordersbill/
10 Minutes On, the sister podcast of Faith in Politics, reflects on what's going on in the world around us and asks what we as Christians should be doing about it.
JPIT team member, Steve, reflects on his time at COP26 and thinks about where this leaves us, going forward!
10 Minutes On, the sister podcast of Faith in Politics, reflects on what's going on in the world around us and asks what we as Christians should be doing about it.
JPIT's Paul discusses (for admittedly slightly longer than 10 minutes) the recent MP sleaze scandal. He reflects on whose voices MPs hear and the JPIT value of establishing a society where the poorest & most marginalised are at the centre.
In the first episode of a new season, new hosts Beth and Ryan chat with Conservative MP Derek Thomas about the JPIT values of listening, kindness and truthfulness! They discuss everything from the tastiness of olives to whether there is any integrity left in politics.
In the last episode of Season 4, join Rodney as he interviews Labour MP Emma Hardy. Emma reflects on the important role faith has played in her political life and the lessons of Covid-19 for society and the Church. Rodney and Lucy muse on the idea of what community truly means and reflect on their favourite interviews within the last year.
In the eighth episode of Season 4, Meg interviews Conservative MP Steve Baker about the influence of his faith on his private and political life, his liberal views and opposition to lockdown. Later Meg and Rodney reflect on Christian libertarianism and what is the role of the law in compelling people in order to achieve Christian aims?
In the seventh episode of Season 4, Rodney interviews Labour MP Fleur Anderson about being an MP in a pandemic, the radical contribution faith groups can make to politics and her vision of Global Britain. Later Meg and Rodney reflect theologically on what radical living requires and how we can follow the example of the Early Church.
In the sixth episode of Season 4, Meg interviews Conservative MP Miriam Cates about being a Christian in Westminster, the levelling up agenda and family policy in the UK. Rodney reflects theologically on the levelling up agenda and the role of the church in aiding social cohesion in communities and church-based social action.
Join Meg and Rodney as they interview Labour MP Rachael Maskell. Rachel offers valuable insight into her political career, the role of her faith in politics and the contribution the UK can make by looking globally. Meg and Rodney muse on how looking globally ties in with the phrase 'charity begins at home' and whether it is compatible.
Join Meg and Rodney as they interview Labour peer, Lord Alf Dubs. Lord Dubs reflects on his personal story as a child refugee, the politicisation of the refugee crisis and the need for the UK to cooperate with other European countries to deal with this crisis. Meg and Rodney later reflect on the role of Christians in responding to the refugee crisis.
Join Meg and Rodney as they interview Louise Davies, Director of Christians on the Left. Louise reflects on the influence of faith in her political journey and the contribution Christians can make to politics. Meg and Rodney consider what being a prophetic voice means and how this can be achieved in politics.
Join Meg and Rodney as they interview Ben Lindsay, CEO of Power the Fight and author of ‘We Need to Talk About Race’. Ben reflects on the unique contribution of the Church to ending youth violence, and its responsibility to confront its role in racial injustice. Meg and Rodney muse on the role of lament in the fight for racial justice.
In the first episode of Season 4, join new hosts Meg and Rodney as they interview Shane Claiborne, co-founder of the Simple Way and author of Red Letter Christians. Shane reflects on the US election, and proposes a model of ‘politically engaged but non-partisan’ Christians in the politics sphere. Meg and Rodney muse on this idea, and what it really means to be ‘non-partisan’.
This month features an interview with Bell Ribeiro-Addy, MP for Streatham. We discuss racism in the UK and how Bell’s experiences led to her career in Parliament. She shared the challenges of being a new MP in 2020 and the need for the Church and Parliament to acknowledge their history. Cameron and Rosella muse, for the final time, on reparations in the UK and what they have in helping the Church in reconciliation.
This month features Faith in Politics first SNP MP, Dr Lisa Cameron. They discuss Scottish independence and how Christians engage with nationalism as well as the disproportionate impact of lockdown on those with disabilities. Cameron and Rosella then muse on the historical implications of “Christian Nationalism” and question how our faith and understanding of nationalism interact.
"There's only one world now- the digital world, how do we want to live in it?" This episode Cameron and Rosella interview the new Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell. He talks of how joining the Lords Communications Select Committee "radicalised" him to the importance of online regulation of the public space and how speaking out on issues of injustice is central to the gospel. Cameron and Rosella muse on internet regulation and how the Bible can speak into this seemingly modern issue.
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Shadow Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, Jonathan Reynolds, shares his thoughts on the furlough scheme, Universal Credit, Universal Basic Income and the future of social security in the UK. Cameron and Rosella muse on what the Bible and the Church may have to say on Universal Basic Income and what values should shape our social security system.
Baroness Armstrong returns to the podcast to discuss homelessness and rough sleeping policy in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and what needs to happen next. David Smith of Oasis Community Housing in Newcastle shares his experience of working with those in need of housing during the crisis and the challenges and opportunities this has presented. Cameron and Rosella muse on what a distinctively "Christian" approach to social action looks like and whether it's really necessary? Sign up to the JPIT webinar here: http://www.jointpublicissues.org.uk/webinars/?fbclid=IwAR1SECGNANkyOCrd7lkyQERz9m_mbtGb2KOgN0mA4Q-4xh8zYqXLXA7aefI
As the world fights a global pandemic attention is already turning to what happens next. Join Cameron Hume and Rosella Payne as they interview Paul Morrison, a leading expert on poverty in the UK and member of the JPIT team. This month's monthly musing asks why should Christians care about macro economics?
This month's episode comes direct from the green room of the renewal and rebellion conference hosted by JPIT. It features a great set of conversations with Barry Gardiner MP, Professor Anthony Reddie and Christine Allen, director of CAFOD, discussing faith, the economy and the environment! Cameron and Rosella muse on the Christian case for civil disobedience in the face of the climate crisis. Tweet us your "what if" question at @FiP_Podcast !
This month’s Faith in Politics explores the role of Bishops in the House of Lords. The Bishop of London, Sarah Mullally talks of her experience in the House and how her previous role as the Chief Nursing Officer shapes her ministry and politics. Cameron and Rosella muse on the role of Bishops in the House of Lords today considering how this convention sits within wider debates of reforming the House of Lords. Find more information on this month's action 'Living Lent' at: https://livinglent.org/
Happy New Year! To kick off 2020, Cameron interviews Conservative MP and former International Development Minister Sir Desmond Swayne about being a Christian in Westminster, the purpose of International Development money, and how changes in Church of England law still have to go through Parliament! Rosella and Cameron reflect theologically on international aid, grace, colonialism and taxation.
Cameron and Rosella interview Inderjit Bhogal - recent recipient of the World Methodist Council Peace Award, about the Cities of Sanctuary movement, attitudes to immigration in Britain, and how peace-building and care for refugees go hand-in-hand. This month's musing centres around how attitudes to refugees shouldn't be separated from attitudes to difference and diversity more broadly.
In the second episode of Season 3 of Faith in Politics, we chat General Election. Guests Paul Parker, Irene MacKinnon, Lucy Zwolinska and Tracey Hume challenge us to rethink the General Election and how we engage with it. Your hosts, Cameron and Rosella, muse on what we can take from Jesus's radical approach to truth. Follow us on our social media to get regular updates and to join the conversation. Twitter: @FiP_Podcast Instagram: faithinpoliticspodcast
Paul mentions some useful resources to help churches and charities get a grasp on the lobbying act these can be found here: https://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/i-am-a/party-or-campaigner/non-party-campaigners https://www.bond.org.uk/lobbying-act https://www.quaker.org.uk/resources/free-resources/political-guides
And if you're interested in hosting a People's Politics Husting a 'How to' guide can be found here: http://www.jointpublicissues.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Hustings-Resource-2019.pdf
In the first episode of Season 3 of Faith in Politics, Cameron interviews Andy Flannagan, Director of Christians in Politics. Andy offers valuable reflection on how we can not only 'listen well' but 'disagree well' in turbulent times. Your new hosts, Cameron and Rosella, muse on how the Bible shapes our attitudes to political relationships. Follow us on our new social media to get regular updates and to join the conversation. Twitter: @FiP_Podcast Instagram: faithinpoliticspodcast
In this season finale of Faith in Politics, Bethan and Will interview Revd Dr Susan Henry-Crowe of the United Methodist Church about the role of the church in seeking truth and justice in divided political times. Will muses about the importance of peace in our relationships, and Bethan and Will offer their book recommendations.
This month, Bethan and Will interview Steve Chalke, founder of the Oasis Trust and leader of Oasis Church Waterloo. In a wide-ranging conversation Steve gives insight into his motivations for founding the Oasis Trust, the importance he puts in leading a politically active, justice focused Church and the vital role he believes churches can play in helping the vulnerable.
Our monthly musing comes from Methodist Minister Val Reid, in a reflection on the Good Samaritan that encourages us to rethink “who is our neighbour”.
In this extra episode we have the full interview between Bethan and Steve Chalke. In a wide ranging conversation, Steve gives insight into his motivations for founding the Oasis Trust, the importance he puts in leading a politically active, justice focused Church and the vital role he believes churches can play in helping the vulnerable. Bethan and Steve also go on to discuss inclusive church, its complexities, and the rationale behind the way Oasis Waterloo ‘does church’ with radical inclusion and political action at the centre.
Following Will’s recent trip to Scotland, this month’s podcast features a special Church of Scotland edition, featuring an interview with Ross Greer, Green Party MSP. As one of Scotland’s youngest politicians, Ross discusses the challenges of representing younger generations, and how the relationship between faith and the environment affects his role in tackling the climate crisis. We also talk to Paul Williams about the practical role churches are playing to combat the climate crisis, and the importance of Christian stewardship in addressing environmental issues, and Irene MacKinnon, about “Meet Your MSP”, a campaign promoting dialogue between churches and politicians. As usual, Bethan and Will discuss the interviews, and add their book and podcast recommendations.
In this month’s episode of Faith in Politics, Bethan and Will interview Revd Jonathan Aitken, the former cabinet minister turned ordained minister. Jonathan reflects on his time in prison, public trust in politicians, and how God works through personal crises. Our monthly musing comes from the Methodist Church’s Director of Evangelism & Growth, Trey Hall, who encourages us all to rethink the way we shape our institutions by focusing on relationship building within the communities we live, work and worship in.
This month, Bethan and Will interview Baroness Hilary Armstrong, a member of the House of Lords and a labour MP and Chief Whip in the Government of Tony Blair. Baroness Armstrong talks about how her faith has impacted her understanding of politics, and the way she has served in public life. The monthly musing is led by Jen Smith, Superintendent at Wesley's Chapel Methodist Church, London.
With Brexit just days away, Bethan and Will discuss the latest developments in Westminster, and David Mayne leads a reflection on how we might respond to the social and spiritual upheaval taking place around us. In our interview, Benjamin Mancroft, a hereditary peer, explains why he would legalise drugs, and the role of spiritual and physical healing in the rehabilitation process.
The Living Lent Special. This year, JPIT are inviting supporters to respond to the call to climate action, by changing their lifestyle for the climate. In this special episode of Faith in Politics, hear about the Living Lent challenge from Rachel Lampard, and a discussion of environmental news from Hannah and Bethan. Hannah Brown leads the monthly musing, exploring climate themes.
Bethan and Will discuss the latest news, including the ongoing crisis in Venezuela, and, closer to home, universal credit and housing projects. Jasmine Yeboah, the Methodist Youth President, encourages us to be courageous in whatever we do, and in our interview, Labour MP Cat Smith talks about growing up in the church, being a new Mum, and why Jesus wouldn’t hang out with her in Westminster.
Bethan and Will discuss institutional paralysis after the Brexit deal is rejected and the US government remains shut down, and Revd Mark Harris from Christians in Parliament offers a timely musing about the nature of leadership. In our interview, Lord Boateng, the former Chief Secretary to the Treasury and the first ethnic minority Cabinet minister, reflects on New Labour’s legacy, his family’s escape from Ghana, and where he sees God at work in the world.
In this episode we have an interview with Michael Tomlinson, the Conservative MP for Mid Dorset & North Poole, and a monthly musing from Simeon Mitchell. In the news, we will be discussing the Brexit deal and the recent UN report on poverty in the UK.
Faith in Politics is produced by the Joint Public Issues Team (JPIT), an ecumenical group of churches focusing on public policy, politics, peace and justice. If you would like to learn more about JPIT's work, please visit our website: www.jointpublicissues.org.uk/
In this episode, Bethan and Will, the new hosts of the Faith in Politics Podcast introduce themselves. We also have an interview with Lord Leslie Griffiths in which he discusses his career in ministry and politics.
Welcome to the new season of Faith in Politics, a podcast produced by the Joint Public Issues Team, which is an ecumenical group of churches focusing on public policy, politics, peace and justice. If you would like to learn more about the work of the Joint Public Issues Team (JPIT), please visit the website: http://www.jointpublicissues.org.uk/
In this season's final episode, Helen and Rachel discuss his 'Catholic Marxism,' a former life of crime and 'the boneheaded bunch of people who go on about austerity,' with Big Issue founder, Lord Bird. Baptist Minister Jane Day joins us for the Monthly Musing.
In this special Grenfell Anniversary edition of Faith in Politics, Helen and Rachel interview Revd. Mike Long of Notting Hill Methodist Church, MP for Kensington Emma Dent Coad, and Local Councillor and resident Portia Thaxter.
Episode five of 'Faith in Politics' features Tim Farron, ex-leader of the Liberal Democrats and Christian talking with Helen about his departure from the party, the polarisation of politics and Joni Mitchell.
Martin Johnstone, Church of Scotland minister and secretary of the Church of Scotland’s Church & Society Council, offers the monthly musing on fragility.
In this third edition of 'Faith in Politics', Helen and Rachel discuss the month's news and Helen interviews Alan Milburn. Alan Yates, General Assembly Moderator for the URC joins us for the Monthly Musing.
In the second edition of 'Faith in Politics,' JPIT Interns Helen and Madalena discuss the month's news, Rachel interviews Labour MP for East Ham, Stephen Timms and Reverend Leao Neto joins us for the Monthly Musing.
In this special inaugural episode, Helen and Rachel interview Jonathan Bartley, co-leader of the Green Party, discuss the month's news and are joined by JPIT's Phil Jump for his 'Monthly Musing.'