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Article‘I had no doubts that what he’d done was wrong and awful’
Fiona Rugg’s father, John Smyth QC, was accused of decades-long physical, psychological and spiritual abuse of boys and young men in England and Zimbabwe but died in 2018 before any charges were brought. Justin Welby, former Archbishop of Canterbury, stepped down from his role in 2024 because of accusations from the Makin Report in relation to his knowledge of John Smyth’s abuse. Smyth’s children, PJ, Caroline and Fiona, appeared recently in a Channel 4 documentary See No Evil about their father. Fiona spoke with Jemimah Wright before the release of the documentary
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ArticleLife Lessons: Living in hope of a reunion
Angie Jones shares the indescribable pain of losing two of her children, alongside the joy of seeing God bring something good out of the sorrow
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OpinionWhy spending Christmas alone this year is the healthiest thing I can do for my faith
Writer Tabby Kibugi reflects on her decision to spend the holidays by herself for the first time. Drawing on her experience as a Black eldest daughter raised in a traditional African Christian household, she explores how choosing rest over expectation has become an act of spiritual preservation.
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OpinionGREAT SEXPECTATIONS: How do I not fall out with my family this Christmas?
In our fortnightly column ‘Great Sexpectations’ we answer your questions on sex, faith and intimacy. Drop us an email on womanalive@premier.org.uk and ask us anything. Here, the Woman Alive team answer a woman who is overwelmed by the cost of Christmas presents for her family.
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ArticleLife Lessons: 81-year-old Enid Cork on moving to the UK in the 60s, support from the local church and working with Mercy Ships
Enid Cork arrived in the UK from Jamaica aged 17 and hit the ground running. She hasn’t stopped, and here shares from her full life
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ArticleNotes on parenting... celebrate with care this Christmas
Rhiannon Goulding shares her wisdom and experience on how to enjoy Christmas within a blended family
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Opinion“I was a people pleaser and I thought it made me a better Christian”
Writer Danielle Finch shares how she broke free from toxic people-pleasing to seek God’s approval over others’. Her story calls believers to choose truth and obedience over constant niceness.
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Article‘The judge told me he knew I was innocent’
Hannah Overton was ripped away from her husband and four children and spent seven years in prison for a murder she didn’t commit
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OpinionDolly Parton’s sister asked fans to pray for the ‘Queen of Country’
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm reflects on faith and sisterhood after Dolly Parton reassured fans of her good health, reminding us how prayer and family love can draw us closer to God.
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ArticleBeauty from ashes
Like the biblical Naomi, Ethiopian-born Ruth Meakins lost both her husband and son. In an exclusive interview, Ruth shares her story with Tola-Doll Fisher, and continues to celebrate life with her two daughters
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ArticleThe essentials of marriage
Veronica Zundel asserts that much of our so-called Christian view and practice of marriage is more cultural than biblical
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OpinionHow God saved my sister from a narcissist
After two years of prayer, our Woman Alive contributor witnessed God’s faithfulness in rescuing her sister from the grip of an abusive relationship.
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Article‘Will I lose them forever?’
Rhiannon Goulding reflects on the various transitions her family has gone through as their children have grown up, and how she has had to adapt
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OpinionGREAT SEXPECTATIONS: My in-laws are toxic!
In our fortnightly column ‘Great Sexpectations’ we answer your questions on sex, faith and intimacy. Drop us an email on womanalive@premier.org.uk and ask us anything. Here, Rhiannon Goulding answers a woman, struggling with her mother-in-law.
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ArticleThe untold stories of motherhood
Every week Dr Sarah-Louise Hurst, a perinatal clinical psychologist, listens to women who are struggling after difficult births and/or finding it hard to bond with their babies. She believes it is time such women are given space outside the therapy room to be heard, supported – and no longer shamed
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ArticleRoom for one more?
Rhiannon Goulding shares her family’s story of expanding via fostering and adoption
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Opinion‘What can the Bible can teach Christian women about work-life balance?’
‘There will be seasons where balance feels impossible—and that’s okay. What matters most is your posture. Colossians 3:23 encourages us: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord…” We’re not building for applause—we’re building for eternity,’ says Salomé Criddle.
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ArticleRockstar wife - the privileges and struggles of living in the spotlight
Esther Higham speaks with Anna Smith, author and speaker, wife of singer Martin Smith, mother of six and grandmother of two
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ArticleLife Lessons: Born in Kensington Palace
Anne Grainger, 92, royal by blood and birth, experienced divorce in her forties and this led to an encounter with Jesus, a voyage on a Mercy Ship and a new calling
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ArticleParenting - is it time for something new?
Rhiannon Goulding reminds us that parenting isn’t a one-size-fits all, and encourages us to try something new on if we recognise we are in a different season
