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I wrote for Premier this week on what I think Badenoch & Cates get wrong about (what the Bible says about) the relationship between the church and the welfare state.
Miriam Cates worries the welfare state has robbed the church of its purpose. Here’s why I disagree
Church and state must work in partnership in order to effectively serve the poor, argues Hannah Rich. Former Conservative MP Miriam Cates is wrong to pit the two against one another, she says
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November 28, 2025 at 2:33 PM
I wrote for Premier this week on what I think Badenoch & Cates get wrong about (what the Bible says about) the relationship between the church and the welfare state.
Hope isn’t wishful thinking, it’s an act of faithful resistance.
In a world that often tells us to expect the worst, hope tells us a different story:
that transformation is possible,
that compassion is powerful,
and that justice is worth pursuing.
In a world that often tells us to expect the worst, hope tells us a different story:
that transformation is possible,
that compassion is powerful,
and that justice is worth pursuing.
November 28, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Hope isn’t wishful thinking, it’s an act of faithful resistance.
In a world that often tells us to expect the worst, hope tells us a different story:
that transformation is possible,
that compassion is powerful,
and that justice is worth pursuing.
In a world that often tells us to expect the worst, hope tells us a different story:
that transformation is possible,
that compassion is powerful,
and that justice is worth pursuing.
Ahead of today's budget our director, Hannah Rich, has written for Mainstream about how we need the moral courage in government to make decisions like ending the two child benefit limit simply because they’re the right thing to do.
Read it here 👉 www.mainstreamlabour.org/blog/moral-c...
Read it here 👉 www.mainstreamlabour.org/blog/moral-c...
November 26, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Ahead of today's budget our director, Hannah Rich, has written for Mainstream about how we need the moral courage in government to make decisions like ending the two child benefit limit simply because they’re the right thing to do.
Read it here 👉 www.mainstreamlabour.org/blog/moral-c...
Read it here 👉 www.mainstreamlabour.org/blog/moral-c...
Reposted by Christians on the Left
Ahead of tomorrow’s budget, I’ve written for @mainstreamlabour.bsky.social about how we need the moral courage in govt to make decisions like ending the two child benefit limit simply because they’re the right thing to do. www.mainstreamlabour.org/blog/moral-courage-and-the-two-child-benefit-limit
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November 25, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Ahead of tomorrow’s budget, I’ve written for @mainstreamlabour.bsky.social about how we need the moral courage in govt to make decisions like ending the two child benefit limit simply because they’re the right thing to do. www.mainstreamlabour.org/blog/moral-courage-and-the-two-child-benefit-limit
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✍️NEW on the Mainstream blog:
As the Budget looms, Labour have lost the art of making the moral case for policy - but this could change with the two-child benefit limit, writes @chrleft.bsky.social Director Hannah Rich (@hannahmerich.bsky.social).
Read it below:
As the Budget looms, Labour have lost the art of making the moral case for policy - but this could change with the two-child benefit limit, writes @chrleft.bsky.social Director Hannah Rich (@hannahmerich.bsky.social).
Read it below:
November 25, 2025 at 5:51 PM
✍️NEW on the Mainstream blog:
As the Budget looms, Labour have lost the art of making the moral case for policy - but this could change with the two-child benefit limit, writes @chrleft.bsky.social Director Hannah Rich (@hannahmerich.bsky.social).
Read it below:
As the Budget looms, Labour have lost the art of making the moral case for policy - but this could change with the two-child benefit limit, writes @chrleft.bsky.social Director Hannah Rich (@hannahmerich.bsky.social).
Read it below:
As we celebrate 65 years of Christians on the Left, we’re looking back to the movements that helped shape our belief that faith belongs in public life.
November 24, 2025 at 1:00 PM
As we celebrate 65 years of Christians on the Left, we’re looking back to the movements that helped shape our belief that faith belongs in public life.
As we close another week filled with headlines, responsibilities, and noise, we’re reminded that God’s peace isn’t an escape from the world, it’s a grounding within it.
True peace comes when we choose compassion over cynicism, hope over fear, and courage over despair.
True peace comes when we choose compassion over cynicism, hope over fear, and courage over despair.
November 21, 2025 at 1:01 PM
As we close another week filled with headlines, responsibilities, and noise, we’re reminded that God’s peace isn’t an escape from the world, it’s a grounding within it.
True peace comes when we choose compassion over cynicism, hope over fear, and courage over despair.
True peace comes when we choose compassion over cynicism, hope over fear, and courage over despair.
Ahead of the Budget, we’re praying and advocating for choices that lift children out of poverty and strengthen families. Our statement today reflects our hope for a fairer economy shaped by justice and compassion.
November 20, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Ahead of the Budget, we’re praying and advocating for choices that lift children out of poverty and strengthen families. Our statement today reflects our hope for a fairer economy shaped by justice and compassion.
For the past two years we’ve been calling for the Government to abolish the two-child benefit limit.
👀 Read where it all began for us with our Director, Hannah Rich’s article in the Church Times.
👉 www.christiansontheleft.org.uk/latest/labour-should-repeal-the-two-child-limit-nbsp
👀 Read where it all began for us with our Director, Hannah Rich’s article in the Church Times.
👉 www.christiansontheleft.org.uk/latest/labour-should-repeal-the-two-child-limit-nbsp
Labour should repeal the two-child limit — Christians on the Left - Speaking Truth to Power
Labour should repeal the two-child limit, writes our Director Hannah Rich in The Church Times.
www.christiansontheleft.org.uk
November 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM
For the past two years we’ve been calling for the Government to abolish the two-child benefit limit.
👀 Read where it all began for us with our Director, Hannah Rich’s article in the Church Times.
👉 www.christiansontheleft.org.uk/latest/labour-should-repeal-the-two-child-limit-nbsp
👀 Read where it all began for us with our Director, Hannah Rich’s article in the Church Times.
👉 www.christiansontheleft.org.uk/latest/labour-should-repeal-the-two-child-limit-nbsp
Change doesn’t always start with grand speeches or big policies, it often begins with quiet faithfulness in small things.
Every honest conversation, every act of kindness, every time we stand up for someone who’s overlooked, these are seeds of transformation. 🌱
Every honest conversation, every act of kindness, every time we stand up for someone who’s overlooked, these are seeds of transformation. 🌱
November 14, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Change doesn’t always start with grand speeches or big policies, it often begins with quiet faithfulness in small things.
Every honest conversation, every act of kindness, every time we stand up for someone who’s overlooked, these are seeds of transformation. 🌱
Every honest conversation, every act of kindness, every time we stand up for someone who’s overlooked, these are seeds of transformation. 🌱
We’re a community of Christians from every denomination or none — united by a belief that faith belongs in politics.
Whether you’re lifelong Labour or just starting to explore how your faith shapes your values, there’s a place for you here.
Whether you’re lifelong Labour or just starting to explore how your faith shapes your values, there’s a place for you here.
November 12, 2025 at 3:15 PM
We’re a community of Christians from every denomination or none — united by a belief that faith belongs in politics.
Whether you’re lifelong Labour or just starting to explore how your faith shapes your values, there’s a place for you here.
Whether you’re lifelong Labour or just starting to explore how your faith shapes your values, there’s a place for you here.
✊ On 10 April 1848, tens of thousands gathered on Kennington Common to demand political rights and dignity for working people at the height of the Chartist movement.
November 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM
✊ On 10 April 1848, tens of thousands gathered on Kennington Common to demand political rights and dignity for working people at the height of the Chartist movement.
We’re grateful for everyone who makes up our Christians on the Left family. Members, volunteers, MPs, and friends who believe faith still has a vital voice in politics. Thank you for walking with us in faith and solidarity. 🌹✝️
November 10, 2025 at 1:00 PM
We’re grateful for everyone who makes up our Christians on the Left family. Members, volunteers, MPs, and friends who believe faith still has a vital voice in politics. Thank you for walking with us in faith and solidarity. 🌹✝️
As this week draws to a close, we’re reminded that our faith and politics don’t just live in speeches or campaigns — they live in the small, everyday acts of love, honesty, and courage.
November 7, 2025 at 1:01 PM
As this week draws to a close, we’re reminded that our faith and politics don’t just live in speeches or campaigns — they live in the small, everyday acts of love, honesty, and courage.
You don’t have to choose between your faith and your politics.
Join a community of people who believe that following Jesus means standing up for the poor, the planet, and the common good.
💜 You belong here.
👉 Join now: christiansontheleft.org.uk/membership
Join a community of people who believe that following Jesus means standing up for the poor, the planet, and the common good.
💜 You belong here.
👉 Join now: christiansontheleft.org.uk/membership
November 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM
You don’t have to choose between your faith and your politics.
Join a community of people who believe that following Jesus means standing up for the poor, the planet, and the common good.
💜 You belong here.
👉 Join now: christiansontheleft.org.uk/membership
Join a community of people who believe that following Jesus means standing up for the poor, the planet, and the common good.
💜 You belong here.
👉 Join now: christiansontheleft.org.uk/membership
“The essence of all morality is this: to believe that every human being is of infinite importance.” — R.H. Tawney
As Christians on the Left celebrates 65 years of faith and fellowship in action this year, we look back to one of our earliest inspirations: R.H. Tawney.
As Christians on the Left celebrates 65 years of faith and fellowship in action this year, we look back to one of our earliest inspirations: R.H. Tawney.
November 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM
“The essence of all morality is this: to believe that every human being is of infinite importance.” — R.H. Tawney
As Christians on the Left celebrates 65 years of faith and fellowship in action this year, we look back to one of our earliest inspirations: R.H. Tawney.
As Christians on the Left celebrates 65 years of faith and fellowship in action this year, we look back to one of our earliest inspirations: R.H. Tawney.
Our strength is in our community — people of faith standing together for a fairer, kinder world.
Every member makes our movement stronger. 💜
What do you value most about being part of Christians on the Left? Share your thoughts below 👇
Every member makes our movement stronger. 💜
What do you value most about being part of Christians on the Left? Share your thoughts below 👇
November 3, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Our strength is in our community — people of faith standing together for a fairer, kinder world.
Every member makes our movement stronger. 💜
What do you value most about being part of Christians on the Left? Share your thoughts below 👇
Every member makes our movement stronger. 💜
What do you value most about being part of Christians on the Left? Share your thoughts below 👇
Jesus turned the idea of power upside down, teaching that greatness isn’t about status or control, but humility, compassion, and the courage to put others first.
🤲As Christians on the Left, we believe politics at its best is service, to the poor, the marginalised, and the common good.
🤲As Christians on the Left, we believe politics at its best is service, to the poor, the marginalised, and the common good.
October 31, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Jesus turned the idea of power upside down, teaching that greatness isn’t about status or control, but humility, compassion, and the courage to put others first.
🤲As Christians on the Left, we believe politics at its best is service, to the poor, the marginalised, and the common good.
🤲As Christians on the Left, we believe politics at its best is service, to the poor, the marginalised, and the common good.
Did you know we have a newsletter? And you don’t have to be a member to receive it (although we’d love it if you were!)
Our Christians on the Left newsletter brings it all straight to your inbox: inspiring updates, campaign news, and reflections from members old and new.
Our Christians on the Left newsletter brings it all straight to your inbox: inspiring updates, campaign news, and reflections from members old and new.
October 29, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Did you know we have a newsletter? And you don’t have to be a member to receive it (although we’d love it if you were!)
Our Christians on the Left newsletter brings it all straight to your inbox: inspiring updates, campaign news, and reflections from members old and new.
Our Christians on the Left newsletter brings it all straight to your inbox: inspiring updates, campaign news, and reflections from members old and new.
In 1964, as Harold Wilson’s Labour government began its term, a special service was held in the Crypt Chapel at Westminster — acknowledging the role of Christians in shaping Britain’s future.
A moment that reminded us: our faith belongs not just in church, but in the heart of public life. 🙏🏽
A moment that reminded us: our faith belongs not just in church, but in the heart of public life. 🙏🏽
October 28, 2025 at 1:00 PM
In 1964, as Harold Wilson’s Labour government began its term, a special service was held in the Crypt Chapel at Westminster — acknowledging the role of Christians in shaping Britain’s future.
A moment that reminded us: our faith belongs not just in church, but in the heart of public life. 🙏🏽
A moment that reminded us: our faith belongs not just in church, but in the heart of public life. 🙏🏽
What does faith look like at the Labour Party Conference?
Our latest blog reflects on this, from heartfelt conversations on social justice and international development to moments of prayer, purpose, and hope.
Our latest blog reflects on this, from heartfelt conversations on social justice and international development to moments of prayer, purpose, and hope.
Labour Party Conference Recap — Christians on the Left - Speaking Truth to Power
Find out what Christian’s on the Left got up to during the 2025 Labour Party Conference.
www.christiansontheleft.org.uk
October 27, 2025 at 1:00 PM
What does faith look like at the Labour Party Conference?
Our latest blog reflects on this, from heartfelt conversations on social justice and international development to moments of prayer, purpose, and hope.
Our latest blog reflects on this, from heartfelt conversations on social justice and international development to moments of prayer, purpose, and hope.
In an age of division and noise, Paul’s words remind us that our wellbeing is deeply connected to one another’s.
Faith teaches us that community is not a convenience, it’s a calling. When our neighbours struggle, our response isn't charity alone, it's solidarity.
Faith teaches us that community is not a convenience, it’s a calling. When our neighbours struggle, our response isn't charity alone, it's solidarity.
October 24, 2025 at 12:02 PM
In an age of division and noise, Paul’s words remind us that our wellbeing is deeply connected to one another’s.
Faith teaches us that community is not a convenience, it’s a calling. When our neighbours struggle, our response isn't charity alone, it's solidarity.
Faith teaches us that community is not a convenience, it’s a calling. When our neighbours struggle, our response isn't charity alone, it's solidarity.
🌿 Our faith calls us to seek justice, love mercy, and walk humbly - not only in church, but in our public life too.
For 65 years, Christians on the Left has brought believers together to live that calling out in politics.
For 65 years, Christians on the Left has brought believers together to live that calling out in politics.
October 23, 2025 at 12:03 PM
🌿 Our faith calls us to seek justice, love mercy, and walk humbly - not only in church, but in our public life too.
For 65 years, Christians on the Left has brought believers together to live that calling out in politics.
For 65 years, Christians on the Left has brought believers together to live that calling out in politics.