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Praying by Heart: The Lord’s Prayer for Everyone

Emma — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell argues that the first two words of Christianity’s most famous prayer – the Lord’s Prayer – encapsulate the radical heart of the Christian faith: that we belong to each other, and that we all have access to God. And if we could understand both these ideas they would truly change our lives – and the world.

Unpacking each clause of this ancient prayer both for those who want to encounter it afresh and those beyond church circles, this is the Lord’s Prayer recast as a manifesto for the 21st-century church and all who are searching to belong.

The Lord’s Prayer

Emma — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

‘In less than seventy words, Jesus gives us a prayer to learn by heart and a prayer to get inside our hearts, shaping the way we live.’

This book is for beginners of all ages: Whether you know this simple prayer already, or this is your first encounter, be inspired to learn more about how and why we pray these words in this simple guide.

Each phrase and page is illustrated with original lino print artworks from Jack Seymour

Praying by Heart

Emma — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Dear England

Emma — Thu, 04 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

‘Stephen Cottrell writes about Christ as if he were here now. As if redemption were possible for all of us, as if the void that threatens to engulf us all could be filled by a personal relationship with Christ in the present. He is a compelling writer.’ – Russell Brand

Inspired by a conversation with a barista who asked him why he became a priest, this is the Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell’s extended answer to that question – as well as the letter he’d like to write to a divided country that no longer sees the relevance or value of the Christian narrative.

Archbishop Stephen is a much-admired voice within the church, but in this book he writes for a more general audience, and those who might call themselves spiritual seekers – as well as anyone who is concerned about the life and unity of the UK. A short, beautiful book, this is at once both contemplative and deeply practical, which will speak to both Christians and those on the edges of faith.

‘A deeply thoughtful exposition of faith’s transformative power, Dear England gave me hope, not only for the future of Christianity, but for a changed world too.’ – David Lammy MP