Synopsis
First of five programmes exploring Christianity in Britain now, and in the past.
- Programme: Belief File
- Episode: Christianity in Britain: What's it all about?
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 1996
- Religious Education | Christianity | Beliefs and teachings | Key beliefs
Licence: ERA Licence required
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
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