Crusaders’ President, Steve Chalke, was awarded an MBE in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours list, in recognition of the work of two of his charities, Oasis Trust and Parenttalk.

The popular broadcaster, author and speaker, commented, “This MBE recognises the power that Christian faith has to inspire and mobilise individuals to work for social and spiritual inclusion around the world.”.

Congratulations Steve!

Congratulations are also in order for our patron, Sir Cliff Richard. On a recent Channel 4 programme, he was announced as “UK’s ultimate pop star”, based on record sales figures. The former Finchley Crusader, who topped Elton John, The Beatles and even Elvis, has had hit records in each decade since the fifties!