United Kingdom
History of the Assemblies of God in the United Kingdom According to Rev. Paul Weaver, adherence to Christianity within the UK is declining. Operation World reports a .4% rate of decrease. Marginal groups such as cults are increasing at a rate of 8.2%. Social breakdowns, violence in cities, increased divorce, drug abuse, suicide, and rates of illegitimacy characterize the problems. Propaganda of New Age and Eastern religions is eroding the Judeo-Christian heritage of the country. Public opinion is not necessarily Christian anymore. The complacency and lethargy of Christians has resulted in decline in church attendance and the tragic loss of young people. Against this depressing background there are some positive signs of hope. Growth is being experienced in Pentecostal, Charismatic and certain evangelical churches. Prayer is high on the agenda of most evangelical churches. There is a strong sense of unity trans-denominationally and radical changes are takingplace in regard to the great question, "what is church?" There are isolated cases of revival that will impact specific cities. Map of United Kingdom |
