The theme of issue 28, There is room, complements the presidential theme The Greatest Commandment, as we remind one another that love for God goes hand-in-hand with love – and making room – for our neighbours.

The Revd Dr Jonathan Hustler finds the words of Isaiah (54:2), “enlarge … your tent”, a powerful metaphor for the Church today. The Right Honourable Gordon Brown applauds the ‘Enough to Live’ campaign and the hundreds of churches planning to open their doors as warm spaces this winter, while Emma Hardy MP calls on politicians to abide by their principles and stand with the poor.

In this issue you’ll find heart-warming stories, such as Deacon Tracey Hume’s account of Gateshead churches opening their doors as warm spaces; the Revd Jane Gaffney’s description of the church café welcoming refugees; and Louise Schlich’s article on the joy of hosting Ukrainian families.

The birth of Jesus revealed that there really is room for all as God took on flesh for love of humanity; those created in God’s image. We in the Church have the privilege of being the embodiment of God’s unconditional love and living out the message of divine inclusion. There is room for all. We believe this edition will inspire you this autumn!