Re-Enchanting Re-Enchanting... Christian Nationalism
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Jun 3, 2026 Alicia Edmund, head of public policy at the Evangelical Alliance who works on asylum, refugee integration and religious freedom, explores the rise and spectrum of Christian nationalism. She discusses use of Christian symbols in rallies, pastoral responses to politicised congregations, tensions around patriotism and pluralism, and how churches can engage thoughtfully with policymakers and diverse communities.
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Christian Nationalism Defined Versus Faithful Witness
- Christian nationalism privileges Christianity in public life and seeks its primacy over other beliefs.
- Alicia Edmund distinguishes this from faithful Christian witness and patriotic love of country, stressing pluralism and freedom of religion.
Christian Nationalism Exists On A Spectrum
- Christian nationalism exists on a spectrum from soft cultural preference to hard political primacy that excludes others.
- Edmund warns the UK pattern isn't yet full ethno-nationalism but carries worrying undertones linking religion and ethnic identity.
Immigration Frustration Fuels Religious Symbolism
- Frustration over immigration promises and perceived political failure fuels street rallies that adopt Christian symbols.
- Edmund notes crosses are being used as dividing political markers though the cross narratively calls for reconciliation.
