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OpinionFeeling stretched thin? How Christian women can find more time
Between work, family, church and caring for everyone else, many of us feel permanently stretched. But perhaps the answer isn’t finding more hours—it’s learning how God invites us to live with greater peace, purpose and margin.
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Opinion’I hated being alone, but sharing the Bible in my care home has given me new purpose’
Today is International Friendship Day, a perfect time to celebrate the surprising ways God brings people together. Maureen Barker shares how moving into a care home and reading the Bible with others not only restored her mental health but led to deep, life-giving friendships rooted in faith.
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OpinionMinistering to younger generations is important, but working with older people will teach you the importance of slowing down
When she was ordained, Rev Dr Anne-Louise Critchlow wasn’t looking forward to visiting care homes as part of her work, but in doing so she learned to value time.
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OpinionA lifeline for Christian carers
This week is Carers Week to raise awareness of unpaid carers. Sarah Smith suggests that the Carers Connected initiative could be a gift for any carers you know
