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Do you believe this? Reflecting on Christian unity

IT'S THE WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY. This year marks 1,700 years since the Council of Nicaea, the first ecumenical council of the Christian church. At the heart of many Christian worship services is the Nicene Creed, which begins ‘We believe in one God…’ Reflecting this, the scripture readings chosen for this year focus on belief. OTN Trustee Neil Rees reflects on how we define ourselves by what we believe.

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In The Affirmative: Shine wherever you are

OUR MOST READ BLOGGER since 2022 is back with the fifth of a series sharing more of her story. This month’s reflection is on the excitement of new beginnings.
In the Affirmative is a monthly blog from Open Table member Wendy Young who shares her life, thoughts and experience as a queer Christian in Britain.

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