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Scripture Crash Course - Catholic resources

If you would appreciate some guidance before diving into the Bible, we’ve put together a short ‘crash course’ for you. In this section, you’ll find seven key points to help you get the most out of your time with Scripture.

Exhibition celebrates life and work of pioneer translator

Wales has a grand history of Christianity and in October, there’s a chance to celebrate the life and work of William Salesbury.

ABLI forum aims to tackle corruption in Africa

How to tackle the widespread problem of corruption is a key theme for this year's African Biblical Leadership Initiative (ABLI) forum, in Cameroon.

Beating billion-dollar corruption

A Ugandan woman judge who has fought large-scale corruption head-on was one of the inspirational stories of this year’s ABLI – the African Biblical Leadership Initiative.

Christian presidents of Africa, arise!

Call for Bible-based servant leadership and ‘zero tolerance for corruption’.

Steve Jobs, Johnny Ive and Apple: Reading the New Testament with Leading Edge Designers

Join us for a great evening exploring how the Bible gives insights for creativity at work.

Q&A Dai Woolridge – Prayers, Texts and Tears

When Dai Woolridge suddenly lost his father to cancer, his response was creative. We caught up with Dai to find out about how this life changing event resulted in creating Prayers, Texts and Tears.

Bible Out And About photo competition!

Snap a pic of your Bible on its summer hols to be in with a chance of winning a fab prize for our #bibleoutandabout competition.

Bible a month turns 40

Bible a Month, our scheme for supporters to give a Bible, month after month, is celebrating 40 years.

The incredible impact of 40 years of support

My time as Chief Executive at Bible Society is measured in months, not years. However, even in this short time I feel privileged to be associated with such an amazing work.

Get Creative - Catholic resources

Throughout Christian history, Scripture has been the source of inspiration for many works of art, architecture, and music. As a result, the creative world can be a simple and enjoyable way to start exploring the Bible.

On journeying into the wilderness and Lent

Lent can, if we let it, summon us from the safe harbours of our lives into a wide expanse of existence. Are you ready to journey into the wilderness this Lent?

Giving up everything for the Gospel

Qingchao, 30, leaves behind her family to train as a pastor in China, where there is currently only one trained minister for every 6,700 Christians.

Official opening for Mary Jones World visitor centre

A new visitor and education centre, created by Bible Society on the edge of Lake Bala in North Wales, will be officially opened on Sunday 5 October.

Why I'm training to be a pastor in China

Xie Rongbin, 28, is training to be a pastor in China, where there is currently only one trained minster to 6,700 Christians. He told us what motivates him and how to avoid writing boring sermons.

The couple who gave God's word in life and death

When Eric and Violet Roulet felt called by God to help translate the Bible for Fulfulde-speakers in Cameroon, Africa, it was a mission that would continue long after their deaths.

Five thousand children hear Bible story re-told in song drama and music

This was Prom Praise for Schools, supported by Bible Society. The children, from 56 primary schools across London and nearby counties, were at the Royal Albert Hall for a unique exploration of the Bible story, The Lost Son.

Why I love the Passion play in Trafalgar Square

Journalist Hazel Southam reflects of the experience of reporting on the dramatic depiction of Jesus' miracles, trials and death.

Ministry in the midst of danger

Running Bible Society in Pakistan is a risky business, but it doesn't stop Anthony Lamuel. Find out how he's sharing God's work and strengthening the Church in a place where Christians are a persecuted minority. 

The surprising ambiguity of the wilderness

Thought the wilderness was just a place of desolation? Think again. Paula Gooder reflects on the ‘great and terrible’ nature of the wilderness.

 

 

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