Beyond the Hostile Environment: The Church’s Impact on the Integration of Forced Migrants
Theos is starting a new research project that dives into how churches are helping refugees and other forced migrants integrate in the UK.
Report
Religion Counts: Russia
George Lapshynov on the complex role of religion in Russian politics ahead of the presidential election. 14/03/2024
In Brief
Understanding Eastern Christianity and the Russian Orthodox Church
On the occasion of Orthodox Christmas, George Lapshynov writes an introduction to Eastern Orthodoxy and to the Russia Orthodox Church. 08/01/2024
In Depth
“Holy Russia” Wholly Misunderstood
George Lapshynov reviews Katherine Kelaidis’ latest book Holy Russia? Holy War? 02/01/2024
Review
A religious war? Misconceptions about the role of religion in the Israeli–Palestinian conflict
George Lapshynov unpicks 4 misconceptions surrounding the conflict between Israel and Palestine. 14/11/2023
In Brief
Unmasking Christian Populism: How GOP candidates are in a desperate race to win over Christian Evangelicals
Ahead of tonight’s Republican primary debate, George Lapshynov comments on how Christian populism has been the name of the game. 23/08/2023
In Brief
A Bleeding Atlas: How the COVID–19 pandemic affected volunteering in the UK
George Lapshynov analyses the state of volunteering in the UK and the changing trends from before, during and after COVID. 15/08/2023
In Depth
Beyond the Crown: A Coronation guide for the non–religious
In light of this weekend’s coronation of King Charles III, George Lapshynov unpacks the religious symbolism found within the service. 03/05/2023
In Brief
Just War: A reflection on one year of war in Ukraine
One year on from the start of the war in Ukraine, George Lapshynov looks at the responsibility of the West in finding a path for peace. 24/02/2023
In Brief