Faith
Starmer Cuts Leave Churches Repair-Fundless
Faith Facts
- Starmer government halved Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme budget to £23 million, now fully depleted before March 31 end.
- 25-year VAT exemption on church repairs, started by Labour Chancellor in 2001, abruptly terminated.
- Thousands of historic churches risk urgent repairs amid uncertain new Places of Worship Renewal Fund at same low budget.
Historic churches across Britain stand as sacred guardians of our Christian heritage.
The Starmer government’s funding slashes abandon God’s houses to decay and financial ruin.
These vital places of worship, nurturing faith and family for generations, now face impossible repair costs without vital government support rooted in biblical stewardship of creation.
The National Churches Trust warns of profound hardship as the longstanding scheme vanishes, replaced by a taxed, underfunded alternative that burdens local believers.
Church of England leaders decry added strain on fundraisers, echoing Proverbs 22:8’s warning against sowing injustice.
Sir Philip Rutnam, Chair of the NCT, said
“The money running out in the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme before the scheme is set to end leaves potentially hundreds of churches in the lurch.”
“Today, 21,000 historic places of worship, the vast majority churches, will start bearing the cost of new taxes.”
“After 25 successful years, the government has removed a lifeline for churches which was introduced by a Labour Chancellor in 2001, allowing them to reclaim VAT on repairs. With 1000s of churches at risk, this is yet another blow to our national heritage as many will now be unable to pay for urgent repairs.”
Believers, rally in prayer and action to defend these holy sites—our freedom to worship demands patriotic defense of faith’s foundations against godless policy.
Faith Facts
- Archbishop Sarah Mullally posted warm Ramadan wishes without proclaiming Christ.
- Ramadan honors Qur’an revelation to Muhammad; Lent prepares for Jesus’ sacrificial death.
- Christian leaders must confidently share the Gospel amid interfaith outreach.
Friendly interfaith gestures matter for community harmony, yet Archbishops of Canterbury neglect their core duty to declare Christ boldly.
Dr. Andy Bannister critiques this trend, urging winsome yet unapologetic evangelism rooted in Biblical truth.
Both Archbishops fell into the Same Word Fallacy, equating Ramadan fasting with Christian Lent despite profound differences.
“In these early days of Ramadan, I send my warmest greetings to Muslims marking this month of fasting and prayer with friends, family and community gatherings. May this be a time of peace and joy. Ramadan Mubarak!” — Archbishop of Canterbury (@ArchbishopSarah) February 19, 2026
Justin Welby previously hosted an iftar at Lambeth Palace, praising the overlap of Ramadan and Lent without highlighting Jesus as Son of God.
Such omissions sow confusion, implying Christian and Islamic beliefs align closely, undermining Gospel confidence.
Biblical faith demands proclaiming Jesus’ unique salvation, defending spiritual freedom against diluted messages.
Dr. Bannister shared his taxi conversation with a Muslim driver, turning Ramadan discussion to Christ’s true hope, gifting a testimony book.
This Ramadan, lovingly engage fasting Muslim neighbors: note Lent’s focus on Jesus, then share His redeeming love.
Embrace your calling to proclaim Christ clearly, strengthening faith, family, and our Christian heritage.
Faith Facts
- Matthew Grech, redeemed by Christ from homosexuality, prosecuted since June 2023 for sharing testimony on PM Malta.
- Verdict delayed fourth time to March 4, 2026, prolonging ordeal over a year after final submissions.
- Landmark case exposes risks to free speech, faith transformation, and Biblical truth on sexuality.
A faithful ex-gay Christian, Matthew Grech, arrived in Maltese court Wednesday expecting justice,
He faced another postponement in his trial over conversion practices.
The case began after Grech discussed benefits of Christ-centered counseling for unwanted same-sex attraction.
Show hosts were also charged.
On Instagram, Grech shared:
“Dear world, I announce that the final verdict for my criminal court case RE: ‘advertising conversion practices’ has been adjourned for the 4th consecutive time, now set down for hearing on 4th March, 2026 – 9:30am CET.”
“Thank you for standing with me in prayer. The Lord Jesus Christ is sovereign, and to Him belongs all praise.”
CLC counsel Roger Kiska called the delay disappointing yet expressed confidence in acquittal.
“It’s a situation where the process is part of the punishment and no one should have to wait three years on these simple facts… but we’re confident there will be an acquittal in one week’s time.”
“But again, it just shows the dangers of these types of laws and what they can put a person through simply for exercising their freedom of speech, and talking about their life’s journey and their choices, and the salvific power of Christ and the transforming nature of that.”
Pray fervently for Matthew Grech and all defenders of Gospel truth against encroachments on faith, family, and liberty rooted in God’s unchanging Word.
Yale Divinity School’s 18-month working group, led by Professor Bruce Gordon, unites theologians and psychiatrists to heal longstanding mistrust in Christian communities.
The initiative fosters collaboration, recognizing spirituality as vital to patient identity amid growing interest from Yale’s psychiatry department.
“They were increasingly seeing patients who were speaking about spiritual experiences or religious convictions and commitments, and to put a fine point on it, they didn’t know what to do with this,” Gordon explained.
Faith Facts
- Explores brain function, psychedelics, end-of-life care, and distinguishing visions from hallucinations through Biblical lens.
- Develops shared language for person-centered medicine, equipping clergy to address depression and suicidal ideation biblically.
- Challenges stigma in churches, affirming faith coexists with mental health needs while countering secular hostility to religion.
As stewards of God’s temple, embrace this dialogue to strengthen families and congregations against mental health battles.
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