As evangelical Christians we have a range of responsibilities for the care of our world. One of these responsibilities is a proper care and regard for animals. Many of the early advances in animal welfare were achieved through the efforts of evangelical Christians. These campaigners accepted responsibility for the care of the poor, the weak and the vulnerable and their care extended to the animal world. In recent times an interest in animal welfare has moved to the background of evangelical activity. There are, however, good reasons for revisiting the work of our evangelical forebears. This is because not only do animals still deserve our care and protection but also where animals receive their due care, human well-being is also improved. Continue reading…