PeterCrumpler
@petercrumpler.bsky.social
CofE priest St Paul’s #StAlbans communicator, supporter of local & community media, #BrentfordFC, vintage #Ladybirdbooks. Following does not mean agreement…
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IN-DEPTH: Are young men losing their "herd immunity" to Christianity?
From Premier League footballers thanking God for goals to "Jesus is King" flags at nationalist rallies, is there really a religious revival under way among young men in Britain?:
www.thetimes.com/uk/religion/...
From Premier League footballers thanking God for goals to "Jesus is King" flags at nationalist rallies, is there really a religious revival under way among young men in Britain?:
www.thetimes.com/uk/religion/...
Have young men lost their ‘herd immunity’ to Christianity?
From goalscoring Premier League stars to nationalist marches, the religious gestures and symbols are adding to debate about a Gen Z ‘revival’
www.thetimes.com
January 16, 2026 at 2:23 PM
IN-DEPTH: Are young men losing their "herd immunity" to Christianity?
From Premier League footballers thanking God for goals to "Jesus is King" flags at nationalist rallies, is there really a religious revival under way among young men in Britain?:
www.thetimes.com/uk/religion/...
From Premier League footballers thanking God for goals to "Jesus is King" flags at nationalist rallies, is there really a religious revival under way among young men in Britain?:
www.thetimes.com/uk/religion/...
Who knew that the humble church magazine, in print, is still reaching many tens of thousands? www.christiantoday.com/news/church-... @kayaburgess.bsky.social @churchofengland.org #CofEpeeps @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social
Church magazines still reaching tens of thousands
Local church magazines – printed on paper – are still reaching tens of thousands of readers, despite the massive impact of the web, social media and online communications.
www.christiantoday.com
January 15, 2026 at 11:44 AM
Who knew that the humble church magazine, in print, is still reaching many tens of thousands? www.christiantoday.com/news/church-... @kayaburgess.bsky.social @churchofengland.org #CofEpeeps @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social
Just voted for @stalbanscathedral.bsky.social …
The public vote is OPEN.
On #HeritageTreasures day the hunt is on to find the Nation's Favourite #StainedGlass Window.
Which one is your favourite?
These are the 12 finalists.
To vote click this link below
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On #HeritageTreasures day the hunt is on to find the Nation's Favourite #StainedGlass Window.
Which one is your favourite?
These are the 12 finalists.
To vote click this link below
englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/...
January 14, 2026 at 5:08 PM
Just voted for @stalbanscathedral.bsky.social …
My letter in today’s @thetimes.com about what matters most in obituaries and funerals. @thechurchmouse.bsky.social @churchofengland.org #CofEpeeps
January 13, 2026 at 3:47 PM
My letter in today’s @thetimes.com about what matters most in obituaries and funerals. @thechurchmouse.bsky.social @churchofengland.org #CofEpeeps
Listing the good things in life - wise words from Imogen de la Bere in today’s #Herts Advertiser #FaithFocus #CofEpeeps
January 8, 2026 at 9:09 AM
Listing the good things in life - wise words from Imogen de la Bere in today’s #Herts Advertiser #FaithFocus #CofEpeeps
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"a glorious explosion of colour" #DivineLight
Rose Window (1989) - St Albans Cathedral
Sixty-four openings of 18,000 pieces of hand-blown ‘antique glass’ as creation and the created universe, Alan Younger (1933–2004)
Find out more on our website here ⤵️
https://ow.ly/u9pf50XRQuT
Rose Window (1989) - St Albans Cathedral
Sixty-four openings of 18,000 pieces of hand-blown ‘antique glass’ as creation and the created universe, Alan Younger (1933–2004)
Find out more on our website here ⤵️
https://ow.ly/u9pf50XRQuT
January 5, 2026 at 10:51 AM
"a glorious explosion of colour" #DivineLight
Rose Window (1989) - St Albans Cathedral
Sixty-four openings of 18,000 pieces of hand-blown ‘antique glass’ as creation and the created universe, Alan Younger (1933–2004)
Find out more on our website here ⤵️
https://ow.ly/u9pf50XRQuT
Rose Window (1989) - St Albans Cathedral
Sixty-four openings of 18,000 pieces of hand-blown ‘antique glass’ as creation and the created universe, Alan Younger (1933–2004)
Find out more on our website here ⤵️
https://ow.ly/u9pf50XRQuT
Congratulations to Matt Adams, editor of the indie St Albans Times on being chosen as a ‘community hero’ by the team behind the amazing #StAlbans postbox ‘toppers’ - as featured on @bbceastenders.bsky.social over Christmas. #media @stalbanstimes.bsky.social
January 3, 2026 at 11:58 AM
Congratulations to Matt Adams, editor of the indie St Albans Times on being chosen as a ‘community hero’ by the team behind the amazing #StAlbans postbox ‘toppers’ - as featured on @bbceastenders.bsky.social over Christmas. #media @stalbanstimes.bsky.social
Looking to the future with hope and optimism - some thoughts for the new year from today’s @stalbanstimes.bsky.social #CofEpeeps
January 1, 2026 at 8:55 AM
Looking to the future with hope and optimism - some thoughts for the new year from today’s @stalbanstimes.bsky.social #CofEpeeps
As Christmas approaches, here’s a lovely prayer from The Ladybird Book of Prayers through the Year, first published 1964. Compiled by Hilda Rostron with illustrations by Clive Uptton. A happy and blessed Christmas to all.
December 23, 2025 at 6:59 AM
As Christmas approaches, here’s a lovely prayer from The Ladybird Book of Prayers through the Year, first published 1964. Compiled by Hilda Rostron with illustrations by Clive Uptton. A happy and blessed Christmas to all.
Always good to see local media publicising Christmas Eve & Christmas Day services. stalbanstimes.co.uk/events/why-n... Thanks to @stalbanstimes.bsky.social #CofEpeeps @churchesengland.bsky.social
Why not celebrate this Christmas at a church near you? - St Albans Times
All churches across the district will be welcoming newcomers, regulars, and visitors to join them in their celebrations. There is no need to book or plan ahead. Just turn up and take part.
stalbanstimes.co.uk
December 21, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Always good to see local media publicising Christmas Eve & Christmas Day services. stalbanstimes.co.uk/events/why-n... Thanks to @stalbanstimes.bsky.social #CofEpeeps @churchesengland.bsky.social
Great to see this feature about a #StAlbans parish initiative in today’s @thetimes.com @nickedmonds575.bsky.social @thechurchmouse.bsky.social #CofEpeeps
December 20, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Great to see this feature about a #StAlbans parish initiative in today’s @thetimes.com @nickedmonds575.bsky.social @thechurchmouse.bsky.social #CofEpeeps
It’s a privilege to write this Christmas message for #BrentfordFC fans, recalling contrasting visits to Wembley. Hopefully it’ll resonate with all football supporters. www.beesunited.org.uk/news/rejoici... @thechurchmouse.bsky.social @beesunited.bsky.social @griffinpark.org @philtherev.bsky.social
Rejoicing at Wembley | Bees United
Christmas, it's important but not decisive .... according any to Arsene Wenger! Peter Crumpler disagrees. Christmas is good news, It’s a time for looking back and looking forward and it’s about hope
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December 17, 2025 at 4:53 PM
It’s a privilege to write this Christmas message for #BrentfordFC fans, recalling contrasting visits to Wembley. Hopefully it’ll resonate with all football supporters. www.beesunited.org.uk/news/rejoici... @thechurchmouse.bsky.social @beesunited.bsky.social @griffinpark.org @philtherev.bsky.social
Something is seriously amiss with my @rbgkew.bsky.social Advent Calendar. On Sunday, it said it was Christmas Eve. Today, that Christmas is five days away. Kew a response?
December 17, 2025 at 7:22 AM
Something is seriously amiss with my @rbgkew.bsky.social Advent Calendar. On Sunday, it said it was Christmas Eve. Today, that Christmas is five days away. Kew a response?
BBC clearly undaunted by Trump court case… www.christiantoday.com/news/controv... @kayaburgess.bsky.social @relmedcentre.bsky.social
Controversial US bishop to give BBC Christmas message
The BBC has invited Bishop Mariann Budde, the US bishop who challenged President Donald Trump at an inauguration service in January, to give a Christmas message.
www.christiantoday.com
December 16, 2025 at 3:27 PM
BBC clearly undaunted by Trump court case… www.christiantoday.com/news/controv... @kayaburgess.bsky.social @relmedcentre.bsky.social
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A data update on this year's @churchofengland.org Christmas Campaign, as one post clocks up nearly 2 million engagements within 48 hours 👀
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Millions connect with Church of England’s Christmas campaign as parishes invite communities to share the joy | The Church of England
Churches across England are preparing to welcome millions through their doors this Christmas, with record numbers of services registered.
www.churchofengland.org
December 15, 2025 at 9:50 PM
A data update on this year's @churchofengland.org Christmas Campaign, as one post clocks up nearly 2 million engagements within 48 hours 👀
Read on...
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
Read on...
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
Controversial - and courageous - US bishop to give BBC Christmas message. www.christiantoday.com/news/controv... @thechurchmouse.bsky.social @sandfordaward.bsky.social #CofEpeeps
Controversial US bishop to give BBC Christmas message
The BBC has invited Bishop Mariann Budde, the US bishop who challenged President Donald Trump at an inauguration service in January, to give a Christmas message.
www.christiantoday.com
December 16, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Controversial - and courageous - US bishop to give BBC Christmas message. www.christiantoday.com/news/controv... @thechurchmouse.bsky.social @sandfordaward.bsky.social #CofEpeeps
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Jesus Christ is always at the centre of Christmas. And everyone's invited to experience it with us.
Come and celebrate Christmas at a church near you.
Find services and events in your local community at AChurchNearYou.com/christmas.
Come and celebrate Christmas at a church near you.
Find services and events in your local community at AChurchNearYou.com/christmas.
December 12, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Jesus Christ is always at the centre of Christmas. And everyone's invited to experience it with us.
Come and celebrate Christmas at a church near you.
Find services and events in your local community at AChurchNearYou.com/christmas.
Come and celebrate Christmas at a church near you.
Find services and events in your local community at AChurchNearYou.com/christmas.
Great to be at Wembley as the Football Association celebrated the close ties between football and Christianity this week. www.christiantoday.com/news/christi... #CofEpeeps
December 12, 2025 at 7:44 AM
Great to be at Wembley as the Football Association celebrated the close ties between football and Christianity this week. www.christiantoday.com/news/christi... #CofEpeeps
Great to be celebrating the close ties between football and Christianity at Wembley Stadium, with hundreds of other fans. #CofEpeeps @thechurchmouse.bsky.social
December 9, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Great to be celebrating the close ties between football and Christianity at Wembley Stadium, with hundreds of other fans. #CofEpeeps @thechurchmouse.bsky.social
We’re looking for a children’s and families’ minister at St Paul’s Church, St Albans! www.stalbansdiocese.org/vacancies/ch... #CofEpeeps
Children's and Families' Minister, St Paul's Church, St Albans
St Paul’s is a charismatic evangelical Anglican church. They are looking for: The role involves: Find out more by downloading the job pack and application form on the right-hand side of this page. You...
www.stalbansdiocese.org
December 5, 2025 at 5:15 PM
We’re looking for a children’s and families’ minister at St Paul’s Church, St Albans! www.stalbansdiocese.org/vacancies/ch... #CofEpeeps
In praise of a #Christmas market by Rev Kate Pearson of St Mary’s Marshalswick, #StAlbans in today’s Herts Advertiser #FaithFocus #CofEpeeps
December 4, 2025 at 8:37 AM
In praise of a #Christmas market by Rev Kate Pearson of St Mary’s Marshalswick, #StAlbans in today’s Herts Advertiser #FaithFocus #CofEpeeps
Looking forward to this ‘Faith and Football’ event at Wembley. www.christiantoday.com/news/christi... @thechurchmouse.bsky.social #CofEpeeps @relmedcentre.bsky.social
Christians to celebrate ‘the beautiful game’ at Wembley
The event is part of the Football Association’s strategy to use ‘the beautiful game’ to bring communities together.
www.christiantoday.com
November 29, 2025 at 9:20 AM
Looking forward to this ‘Faith and Football’ event at Wembley. www.christiantoday.com/news/christi... @thechurchmouse.bsky.social #CofEpeeps @relmedcentre.bsky.social
Church launches hunt for the most festive dog in #StAlbans. stalbanstimes.co.uk/st-albans/hu... @thechurchmouse.bsky.social #CofEpeeps @churchofengland.org
Hunt is on to find St Albans' most festive dog - St Albans Times
The hunt is on to find the most festive dog in St Albans, as a city church launches its Christmas programme by singing carols in Clarence Park.
stalbanstimes.co.uk
November 28, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Church launches hunt for the most festive dog in #StAlbans. stalbanstimes.co.uk/st-albans/hu... @thechurchmouse.bsky.social #CofEpeeps @churchofengland.org
As #StAlbans features on a list of the best places to celebrate #Christmas, my take on The Silent Gift of Christmas from today’s Herts Advertiser #FaithFocus #CofEpeeps @churchesengland.bsky.social
November 27, 2025 at 7:57 AM
As #StAlbans features on a list of the best places to celebrate #Christmas, my take on The Silent Gift of Christmas from today’s Herts Advertiser #FaithFocus #CofEpeeps @churchesengland.bsky.social
Building hope in young minds. Claire Banham writes about Haven Hope in today’s Herts Advertiser #FaithFocus @churchofengland.org #CofEpeeps
November 13, 2025 at 7:35 AM
Building hope in young minds. Claire Banham writes about Haven Hope in today’s Herts Advertiser #FaithFocus @churchofengland.org #CofEpeeps