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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

🎉 Our event in Westminster Abbey is just around the corner, and it's not too late to join us. We're looking forward to hearing from Mishal Husain, Dame Caroline Spelman, Vicky Fox, @nickebs.bsky.social, and Revd Dr James Hawkey. www.westminster-abbey.org/abbey-events...

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Panel discussion: Faith in democracy | Westminster Abbey

In collaboration with Theos, leading thinkers will examine how people of all faiths and none can help strengthen the future of democracy.

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

MPs are currently debating proposals to legalise assisted dying ahead of a vote this afternoon. But what role should religion play in this debate? How can we navigate different definitions of human dignity? Find our work on #AssistedDying here: www.theosthinktank.co.uk/death-with-d...

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Death with Dignity

Theos’ work on the assisted dying debate.

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

What if #economics wasn't just about generating wealth, but about creating the conditions in which people and communities can thrive? We'll hear from world-leading economist @mazzucatom.bsky.social for the final of our Theos 20 events in collaboration with Southwark Cathedral.

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

What draws us to festivals? On BBC Radio 4's #TFTD, @chinemcdonald.bsky.social reflects on the human need to gather together in both joy and mourning following a weekend of festivals. 🎙️ Tune in here: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

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Thought for the Day - Chine McDonald - BBC Sounds

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

"Dolly Parton’s unassuming spirituality serves as a reminder of what the true heart of Christian character should be" @mlpennington.bsky.social reflects on the life and faith of #DollyParton, who has died aged 80. Read it here: www.theosthinktank.co.uk/comment/2026...

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Dolly Parton and the Christian Character

Madeleine Pennington reflects on the life and unassuming faith of Dolly Parton, who has died aged 80. 27/08/2026

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

We're #Hiring! We are looking for a self–motivated and detail–orientated Fundraising and Supporter Relations Officer to join our team. Read the full job description and apply here: www.theosthinktank.co.uk/about/work-w...

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Theos Think Tank - Understanding faith. Enriching society.

Theos stimulates the debate about the place of religion in society, challenging and changing ideas through research, commentary and events.

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churchtimes.bsky.social @churchtimes.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Episode 2 of The Symposium is out! This week, Nick Spencer, senior fellow of @theosthinktank.bsky.social delivers his talk, “True Human Welfare,” with former Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams responding. Listen now on our website or on your favourite podcast platform: tinyurl.com/3mcrxk6e

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Are betting shops really the new community hubs? As the Prime Minister and #PremierLeague question the prominence of gambling companies, @hannahmerich.bsky.social reflects on the knotty ethics of the betting industry. Read it here: www.theosthinktank.co.uk/comment/2026...

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A bet on community

As the Premier League and Prime Minister question the prominence of betting companies, Hannah Rich reflects on the knotty ethics of the gambling industry and the need for regenerated community spaces....

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Where could studying Theology & Religious Studies (TRS) take you? Our new resource ‘Big Questions. Real-World Skills’ by George Lapshynov explores why studying TRS in higher education matters: bit.ly/4geBjfz Follow along to find out more 🧵👇

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Big Questions. Real–World Skills.

Where could studying Theology and Religious Studies take you? 13/08/2026

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Nolan's Odyssey isn't just a blockbuster retelling - it's a mirror for an anchorless age. Coco Parkinson–Huggins & George Lapshynov unpack the film's fixation on hospitality, its eschatological dread, and Nolan's guilt-ridden Odysseus. Read our review: www.theosthinktank.co.uk/comment/2026...

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Nolan’s Odyssey: An Epic for an Anchorless Age

Coco Parkinson–Huggins & George Lapshynov review Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’. What if the stranger we should fear is ourselves? 04/08/2026

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Motherhood: it’s complicated... National Ipsos poll commissioned by Theos and Bible Society reveals that motherhood reshapes women's identities, values and outlook on life. These statistics paint a complex picture of the realities of motherhood: bit.ly/4fGrtm5 Follow along to find out more 👇🧵

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Motherhood, Inside Out: The Story in Numbers

Analysis of the main quantitative findings from our UK motherhood research. 30/07/2026

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

How are Gen Z finding their way to Christianity? Esmé Partridge shares the stories of young people who have found faith in surprising ways in light of our new report with @churchofengland.org Read the blog here: www.theosthinktank.co.uk/comment/2026...

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How Gen Z found the Church of England

Esmé Partridge shares the stories of young Christian converts from new report with the Church of England. 27/07/2026

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

"We hear about the ruinous effect of low birthrates, but comparatively little of the difficulties mothers face." 💬 Lucy Jones writes for the Guardian unpacking findings from our new report 'Motherhood, Inside Out'. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

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Amid the social and political panic about falling birthrates, why not ask new mothers what they think? | Lucy Jones

Medals and cash bonuses have been mooted as incentives, but the priority is for policy that addresses women’s real concerns, says author and journalist Lucy Jones

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The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 24/07/2026

"...a home, an identity, a community, an ability to think about issues on a deeper level than I had before." Our new research with Theos uncovers how growing spiritual curiosity has led to young adults finding community in Church of England churches. Read more at cofe.io/YoungAdultFaith.

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

📚 The books behind Motherhood, Inside Out. Follow along to find out more about some of the books that informed our researchers as they explored the realities of motherhood. 🧵👇 www.theosthinktank.co.uk/research/202...

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Motherhood, Inside Out

Our research on the life–changing effects of motherhood. 19/07/2026

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Becoming a mother changes everything. But for too long this profound process has been hidden from public conversation. Our new report Motherhood, Inside Out explores just how radical these changes are. Follow along to find out more 🧵👇

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Andrew Grey @asgrey.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

If you haven’t listened, the latest series of Reading our Times from @theosthinktank.bsky.social is worth your time. Timely conversations about immigration, identity & Christian nationalism with experts. As ever @nickebs.bsky.social is a measured, incisive host. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/r...

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Reading Our Times

Philosophy Podcast · Updated weekly · Reading Our Times is the podcast that explores the books and the ideas that are shaping us today. It is hosted by Nick Spencer, Senior Fellow at the think tank, T...

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Katie Cross @drkatiecross.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

"The end is nigh: the imminent collapse of Theology and Religious Studies in the UK will be a loss for all." Excellent insights from George Lapshynov @theosthinktank.bsky.social re.TRS cuts at Exeter and beyond... www.theosthinktank.co.uk/comment/2026...

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The collapse of Theology and Religious Studies in the UK will be a loss for all

George Lapshynov responds to the University of Exeter’s considerations to cut Humanities staff and calls for safeguards to religious education.

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

AI can generate images, music and stories. But can it ever be human? It's not too late to join Rowan Williams, Marcus du Sautoy, Ayla Lepine, Nathan Mladin and @chinemcdonald.bsky.social for a fascinating conversation at the National Gallery. www.nationalgallery.org.uk/events/theos...

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Theos at 20: Being human in the age of AI | Events | National Gallery, London

Christian think tank Theos and guests explore how acts of creativity shape our shared human experience. Friday, 10 July 2026, 6.30 - 8 pm. Tickets from £8.

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

"Supporting cathedrals is not about subsidising religion, it’s about investing in civic life" 💬 ICYMI, find George Lapshynov's credo column on the importance of cathedrals for The Times here: www.thetimes.com/comment/regi...

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

What does it mean to be British today? @nickebs.bsky.social unpacks our latest findings from our ongoing research project on Christian nationalism ahead of the 10 year anniversary of Brexit. www.theosthinktank.co.uk/comment/2026...

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Brexit 10 years on: What does it mean to be British today?

Nick Spencer explores what people across the UK believe is important when they think about British identity. 19/06/2026

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Nick Spencer @nickebs.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Brexit vote was 10 years ago tomorrow. It drew on, and supercharged, the debate about Britishness, so we @theosthinktank.bsky.social k have been working on new research looking at what (the British think) it means to be British today. Read more here: tinyurl.com/4xs8w883

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Brexit 10 years on: What does it mean to be British today?

Nick Spencer explores what people across the UK believe is important when they think about British identity. 19/06/2026

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Nick Spencer @nickebs.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

No subject is as vulnerable to counter/claim as immigration. So perhaps we should have a calm, informed, intelligent conversation about it. I did, for @theosthinktank.bsky.social, with @alanmanning4.bsky.social about his book Why immigration policy is hard. Listen here tinyurl.com/m9bwuf4d

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What is the truth behind immigration? In conversation with Alan Manning

Podcast Episode · Reading Our Times · 16 June · 47min

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Is this the end of 'Woke'? This week on Reading Our Times, @nickebs.bsky.social speaks with writer and comedian Andrew Doyle on his book 'The End of Woke' which examines the origins, methods and possible decline of the movement. Tune in here: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/r...

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

We're delighted to announce that tickets for the second of our 20th anniversary events are on sale now. 📍The National Gallery, Trafalgar Square 🗓️ Friday 10 July Follow along to get tickets and see our speakers 👇🧵

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

What does the Lincoln memorial have to do with Christian humanism? @nickebs.bsky.social reflects on ruling power and our humanity following his recent trip to Washington DC. 🔗 Read it here: www.theosthinktank.co.uk/comment/2026...

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BC in DC: Christian humanism and the Lincoln memorial

Nick Spencer reflects on the real meaning of Christian humanism after visiting Washington DC. 03/06/2026

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Hannah Rich @hannahmerich.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Things that only make sense in the @theosthinktank.bsky.social office: 'I'm just popping to the shops, do you want a copy of the encyclical?'

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

How does the Far Right weaponise the Bible? In today's episode of Reading Our Times, @nickebs.bsky.social talks to theologian Hannah Strømmen, whose latest book 'The Bibles of the Far Right', examines just these questions. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/r...

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How does the Far Right weaponise the Bible? In conversation with Hannah Strømmen

Podcast Episode · Reading Our Times · 2 June · 42min

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Lindsay @revteapot.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

I'm currently reading @theosthinktank.bsky.social's publication about cathedrals and it's really excellent. Theos, don't ever leave us!

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Living Stones: English Cathedrals as Sacred Spaces in Changing Times

A report by George Lapshynov and Nathan Mladin exploring the role of cathedrals in modern life.

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Nick Spencer @nickebs.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Religious nationalism isn't limited to Christian nationalism. In this week's Reading our Times from @theosthinktank.bsky.social I talk to @soniafaleiro.bsky.social about her book The Robe and the Sword, & how Buddhist nationalism is reshaping Asia: tinyurl.com/mrshjbnt

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How is Buddhist nationalism transforming Asia? In conversation with Sonia Faleiro

Podcast Episode · Reading Our Times · 26 May · 51min

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Last chance to attend! We can't wait for next week's lunchtime discussion 'Exploring Sacred Stories in a Secular Age' in with The Fetzer Institute and LSE Faith Centre. 🔗 Find out more and reserve your place here: www.eventbrite.com/e/1988317105...

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Exploring Sacred Stories in a secular age

How do we rediscover the sacred in a world that often ignores it - and why does it matter now more than ever?

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

How is Buddhist nationalism transforming Asia? Buddhism is often seen in the West as a religion of peace and serenity - rarely, if ever, associated with violence. @nickebs.bsky.social speaks with @soniafaleiro.bsky.social about how Buddhist nationalism has fuelled ethnic tension.

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James @derpjames.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

This is worth reading. ✝️ And thank you to @theosthinktank.bsky.social for taking this seriously to go and speak to people on the ground rather than making assumptions about who they are - it’s only by understanding what’s really going on that we can effectively respond.

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

"Beneath the headlines of a 'racist and xenophobic' march, we observed something much more complex than political polarisation will allow." Last weekend, a team of our researchers attended Tommy Robinson's Unite the Kingdom rally to see how Christianity and nationalism intersect. bit.ly/43nizEp

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“Christ, Culture, Country”: Unfurling the Flags of the Unite the Kingdom Rally

A team of our researchers attended the last Unite the Kingdom rally last weekend to investigate the rise of “Christian nationalism”. 22/05/2026

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Nick Spencer @nickebs.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

How do politicians weaponise Christianity? An ever-relevant question, of particular significance of late, and the subject of my discussion with academic and MEP Tobias Cremer on @theosthinktank.bsky.social's Reading our Times this week: tinyurl.com/5cr54pb5

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How do politicians weaponise Christianity? In conversation with Tobias Cremer

Podcast Episode · Reading Our Times · 19 May · 38min

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

How do politicians weaponise Christianity? Tune in to the latest episode of Reading Our Times where @nickebs.bsky.social speaks with Tobias Cremer, author of 'The Godless Crusade: Religion, Populism and Right-Wing Identity Politics in the West'.

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

📢 Cathedrals are in crisis. Financial pressures are threatening one of our oldest institutions. Can we ensure that our cathedrals are still here for generations to come? Our new report Living Stones with @englishcathedrals.co.uk is out now: bit.ly/43g3Wmg Follow along to find out more👇🧵

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Living Stones: English Cathedrals as Sacred Spaces in Changing Times

A report by George Lapshynov and Nathan Mladin exploring the role of cathedrals in modern life.

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

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Living Stones: English Cathedrals as Sacred Spaces in Changing Times

A report by George Lapshynov and Nathan Mladin exploring the role of cathedrals in modern life.

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Nick Spencer @nickebs.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

How widespread is "Christian nationalism" in the UK? Early top-line research findings from @theosthinktank.bsky.social can give some estimation of this. Released today: www.theosthinktank.co.uk/comment/2026...

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How big is Christian Nationalism in the UK?

Nick Spencer unpacks preliminary findings from our research on Christian Nationalism. Is it as widespread as we think? 15/05/2026

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

How can we remember those we have loved and lost? Head of research @mlpennington.bsky.social appears on BBC Radio 4's Beyond Belief discussing the role of graveyards in grief. 🎧 Catch the conversation here: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

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Beyond Belief - One foot in the graveyard - BBC Sounds

Giles Fraser explores Kensal Green Cemetery.

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

📈 Christian Nationalism seems to be on the rise. The phrase, however, is often used vaguely. So, what does it mean? What motivates and shapes it, particularly in the US? Join @nickebs.bsky.social as he talks to @andrew-whitehead.bsky.social about what Christian nationalism is - and what it isn't.

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

One year ago today, Cardinal Robert Prevost became Pope Leo XIV — the first American pontiff. Beyond the white smoke and the headlines, what are the day-to-day realities of this role that often go unnoticed? Here are 5 issues shaping his papacy so far 👇 www.theosthinktank.co.uk/comment/2026...

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One year in: how Pope Leo XIV is shaping the Catholic Church

What has Pope Leo XIV’s first year looked like? Here are 5 issues shaping his papacy so far. 08/05/2026

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Theos @theosthinktank.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Great to hear from Edward Davies, Director of Research at CSJ at breakfast this morning. We enjoyed discussing the importance of family foundations and motherhood, the need for social prescribing, and the deeper issues that lie beneath policy problems.

Director of Theos, Chine McDonald with Edward Davies, Director of Research at the Centre for Social Justice

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