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Ravi Holy

The Guardian

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Down with the neo-puritans: I say a true Christian can watch horror films – and Emmerdale

I posted a rave review of the new Sam Raimi film, Send Help, the other day and triggered a debate I didn’t expect: is it OK for Christians to watch...

13.02.2026 90

The Guardian

Ravi Holy

Did God fix a football match? Welcome to the great divine intervention debate

19.01.2026 10

The Guardian

Ravi Holy

A key question for every believer: does God approve of Santa Claus? I hope so, or I’m in trouble

24.12.2025 30

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Ravi Holy

In what sense is Tommy Robinson a genuine Christian? None that I can see

10.12.2025 60

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Ravi Holy

Heard the one about the three vicars who went to the cinema – and were taught a lesson in tolerance?

26.10.2025 20

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Ravi Holy

Why did the irate bishop of Fulham evict the choir? Because vicars are human: we can go rogue

29.07.2025 10

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Ravi Holy