Ordinary faithfulness

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Date posted:  4 May 2026
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We live in days when much of the news seems to be dominated by “big men” – men of power, men with egos, men with weapons; men who strut around the world stage, seeking to impose their will on others. It is not necessary to name any names – we all know who they are.

It is therefore heartening to be reminded of other people – ordinary men, ordinary women – who, unlike those “big men”, live lives that reflect the character and faithfulness of Christ.

On page ten of the May print issue (see online version here), we report on the faithful work of Paul Olise, an evangelist with Birmingham City Mission who has retired after 43 years of devoted service with the organisation. Having only originally intended to stay for a year, he never left!

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