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Christian Life
Is the Spanish youth returning to religion?
Some Christians see a “quiet revival” in Europe. But Spaniards are “religious by nature”, Jorge Ruiz Ortiz says. They think in the categories of Augustine and Aquinas. But that does not make this a revival. At the end of last October, there were two cultural events. With barely a week between them, there…
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Christian Life
Spain's media are afraid of the Evangelical church, what is their agenda?
Every four days, a new Evangelical church opens in Madrid. But still, the media are not accustomed to Protestant believers. Jorge Ruiz Ortiz believes there is more behind that. Spain's public television network (RTVE) appears to be deeply concerned about the growth of the Evangelical population in the country. On…
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Christian Life
How summer determines church life in Spain
When summer starts, it affects all aspects of life, and thus the church as well. How is that visible in Spain, known for its heat? Whether we like it or not, the rhythm of church life in Spain is determined by the punctual arrival of summer. In early June, the…
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Christian Life
This is the reason behind the desire for strong masculinity
In less than three decades, Spain saw an increase in inclusivity and the number of migrants. Its army, however, deteriorated. Interestingly, there is a connection between these givens, says Jorge Ruiz. And it is feminism. > Stay up to date with Christian news in Europe? Sign up for CNE's newsletter.…
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Christian Life
How Spanish Christians celebrate Christmas in January
Christmas celebrations in Spain may start in December, but they do not stop there. Traditionally, the Spanish Christmas is divided into three main festivities: “Nochebuena-Navidad” (24-25 December); “Nochevieja-Año Nuevo” (31 December-1 January); “Vigilia de Reyes-Día de Reyes” (5-6 January). Students from primary school to university do not have any classes,…
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Southern Europe
This is how the floods in Spain show much discoordination of authorities
Last week, all TV screens and newspapers were filled with startling images from Paiporta, a town in Valencia. The people were screaming at the Spanish royals, the regional president Mazón, and the Spanish Prime Minister Sánchez. > Stay up to date with Christian news in Europe? Sign up for CNE's…
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Christian Life
Leaving the city for the country in Spain
More young people in Spain are heading to the countryside, Jorge Ruiz Ortiz notices. Amid the ongoing trend, what should Christians do? Although no official statistics or data have been published, the phenomenon of urban-dwelling young adults in Spain moving to the countryside has gained momentum in recent years. Spain,…
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Christian Life
Column from Spain: The newest generation in Spain is going back to its roots
It is a widespread myth: becoming a civil servant is the highest career goal of generations of Spaniards. However, columnist Jorge Ruiz notices that younger people have surprisingly different goals. Good salaries, but above all, security and stability, to “enjoy life” is said to be the quintessential life goal of…
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Christian Life
Guest Commentary from Spain: Don't forget: Christ is truly risen!
Christians in Western Europe tend to focus on the crucifixion and death of Jesus far more than on His resurrection, whether it be through the influence of endless Easter processions, crucifixes or particular emphases in church sermons, Of course, in a sense, we will never focus too much on the…
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Christian Life
Column from Spain: Just a few reasons why mental problems have doubled
It’s official now: 59 per cent of all young people in Spain have some mental problem. This is more than double what it was in 2017. What has gone wrong? Jorge Ruiz Ortiz explores the horizon. A new law is coming. In mid-January, the Spanish Congress of Deputies received a…
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