Issue 172
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Articles
Put your money where you faith is: how theology affects consumer habits
Technological societies are predicated on ever-increasing consumption and unlimited economic growth within a limited world that can only tolerate so much, especially of the destruction we all too often practice. Technological societies cultivate an axiomatic principle within the consumer; it is better to have, than not. Even those who are ‘conscious consumers’ struggle to escape…
Three Perspectives on Holy Communion
SCM is an ecumenical organisation, so there are plenty of views on communion within the membership! Inspired by conversations in our WhatsApp community, three members share what Holy Communion means to them.
Standing in the Queue: How Waiting Shaped My Faith
We can be tempted to try and fast-track our formation, but so much of it happens in the waiting. Jem explores how their faith has been shaped by “standing in the queue”.
Celebrating 1700 years of the Nicene Creed
I have long been an appreciator of the Nicene Creed and its use in Churches, but the first time I truly saw its recital as an act of worship was when I sang it as part of a Corpus Christi celebration recently. In the rise and fall of the setting, and the grandeur of the…
Experiencing the divine in the everyday
SCM members share the simple moments in which they most connect with the divine.
Late Night Pasta Theology
Some of the most profound theological moments don’t happen in sermons or lectures—they happen over a bowl of late night pasta with a friend. Jess explores how everyday conversations can be sacred spaces for wrestling with doubt, expressing faith, and listening deeply.
Getting God Said Right: Remembering Professor Walter Bruggemann (1933 – 2025)
Ed Ceney reflects on Bruggemann’s life, theology, and incredible impact as a Christian scholar.
The Quiet Revival: Are gen z returning to faith?
When the Bible Society shared their research on church attendance earlier this year, it sparked an excited discourse in Christian spaces on the so-called “Quiet Revival” of Gen Z. Ed Ceney, an SCM member, reflects on the conclusions of the report, the validity of the research, and how we can respond.
God in the group chat: reimagining faith in a digital world
Matt Batten, Director of Communications for the Diocese of Bangor and self-professed Church comms nerd, reflects on the shifting face of faith in online spaces.
Two years of faith in action with scm
Phoebe Edmonds reflects on lessons learned, experiences gained, and what it means to live a life of putting your faith into action.
Interview: Lizzie McManus-Dail
Rev. Lizzie McManus-Dail is known for her passionate, fierce, and colourful reclamation of Christianity as a writer, priest, online creative, and proud mom of two. Lizzie has lived all over the world, including a brief stint in Scotland where she was a part of SCM Edinburgh! She’s now living her dream as the founding planter…
