financial hardship, food bank services
Shoplifting in England and Wales has reached its highest level in 20 years, with police recording 443,995 offences in the year leading up to March 2024. This marks a 30% increase from the previous year, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). With rising prices driven by the ongoing cost of living crisis, retail […]
clearer understanding, main challenges
On Saturday, 21 September, our Patient Care Group (PCG) hosted at the Universal Church headquarters in Finsbury Park the highly successful “Sickle Cell Awareness Event”, in observance of Sickle Cell Awareness Month. The event aimed to raise awareness and share knowledge about sickle cell disease, an inherited blood disorder that alters the shape of red […]
being resentful, feeling envious
Have you ever heard the expression “the grass is greener on the other side”? This popular saying originated from the American tradition of maintaining a well-kept lawn in a culture where DYI (do-it-yourself) home improvement is highly prevalent and taking good care of your property is considered a matter of honour. You probably already watched […]
benefits of marriage, Bulletproof Marriage
“Marriage is a prison”, “Marriage is so outdated…” and “Married people aren’t happy.” Phrases like these have become increasingly common in today’s society, and unfortunately, statistics seem to reinforce this negative view. According to the Office for National Statistics, in 2022 alone, over 80,000 divorces were granted in England and Wales, with the average […]
Bible studies, Biblical King
In recent years, there have been many exciting archaeological discoveries that shed new light on the biblical narrative. These findings provide tangible evidence of the people, places, and events described in the Bible. The latest discovery took place in the ruins of an ancient military fort near Alexandria, Egypt. This find is a bronze sword […]
biblical passages, inner peace
In an era without internet, television, or radio, the teachings of Jesus have spread and has reached us to this present day, despite political and religious efforts to silence them. But what made Jesus’ words so powerful that it continues to change lives today? What is it about His teachings that inspires such profound conviction? […]
Blood pressure
According to the NHS, an estimated 4.2 million people in the UK – approximately 3 in 10 – could be unknowingly living with high blood pressure. This is especially true for those living in rural areas with limited access to healthcare services and for those who are least likely to have the condition, such as […]
disturbing news
You wake up, enjoy a cup of tea, and prepare yourself for the day while the news plays in the background. Suddenly, you hear reports about the economy, crime, war, and politics which catches your attention. Before you know it, your heart starts racing, and there’s a knot in your stomach, even though you can’t […]
the Blessed Oil
Have you anointed your head today? The Bible instructs us: “…Let your head lack no oil.” (Ecclesiastes 9:8). In the same way we, at the Universal Church, are taking part in a purpose that consists of daily anointing with the Blessed Oil until the end of the year. The book of Ecclesiastes also teaches us […]
beyond the ordinary
Who doesn’t aspire for greater success, whether in business, leadership or personal growth? The question is, how do we move from where we are now to where we want to be? Let’s draw some lessons from the contents of the Ark of the Covenant, which can guide us on our path to success. The Ark […]
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