
House of Lords debate on Gaza and conflict in the Middle East
Bishop Steven told the House about an interfaith peace vigil which was held in Oxford recently, bringing together diverse communities from across the city in a call for peace, remembrance and unity. Here is the text of his speech: My Lords,…

Come away and rest
Bishop Steven encourages clergy to 'come away and rest' during the summer months, making space for time off and honouring the Sabbath.

The impact of technology on human flourishing
My Lords it’s a privilege to contribute to this debate. I congratulate the new ministers and express appreciation to Baroness Barron and to Baroness Jolly for her valedictory speech. There is much to commend in the gracious speech. A few…

Let’s unite behind our compromise
I write to make a number of points in response to your letter to the Archbishops of 26 June. Your letter makes a series of charges against the bishops of the Church of England and I have no doubt has caused hurt to LGBTQIA+ Christians and their…

Bishop Steven calls on Ofcom to strengthen Children’s Code
Bishop Steven is one of a group of eight members of the House of Lords who have criticised Ofcom’s approach to the Children’s Code which is currently being consulted on. The letter in full: We are writing to you as parliamentarians…

How to pray for the General Election
With the UK General Election on the horizon, Bishop Steven urged Diocesan Synod to pray for the nation.

The Anxious Generation: a call for radical reform
The Anxious Generation Dozens of books are published every year now on the risks of technology and AI. I can only read a fraction and I have to confess I start more than I finish. But every so often I am gripped by a book I can’t put down…

Debate on support for persecuted Christians around the world
Bishop Steven speaks during the House of Lords debate on support for persecuted Christians around the world. My Lords, may I too add my congratulations and appreciation to Baroness Foster for securing this important debate and for her comprehensive…

A message for Easter 2024
For they did not yet understand (20.9) A very happy Easter to you and to your families. May you know the hope of the risen Christ in your homes and in your hearts. I love the gospel stories of the resurrection. One of the things I love…
Bishop Steven questions how the government will generate trust in AI
Bishop Steven took part in a House of Lords debate on artificial intelligence on Monday, 10 February. His question to the Government was: According to the the Government’s own recent survey, 43% of the public trust that the impact of AI will be positive but 33% believe it will be negative. Given this very narrow […]