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ArticleIn case this isn’t obvious: We need each other
In her last column, Dr Belle Tindall reasserts her belief that Christian feminism is ‘a communal endeavour’
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Article‘And now, here I am, a wife’
As Christian and feminist theologian Dr Belle Tindall becomes Mrs Belle Riley, she shares why the concept of marriage is complicated for her – and why she decided to embrace it anyway
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ArticleWe need more sensitivity and emotion in leaders
Dr Belle Tindall unpacks why anti-feminists and feminists alike are still viewing typical ‘male’ attributes as necessary for leadership
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Opinion‘My body has served me well for 60 years; I need to focus on gratitude not criticism’
Jenny Sanders explores the changes that come with ageing and the challenge of finding peace with a body that no longer fits youthful expectations.
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ArticleThe top ten podcast episodes you’re all talking about
We launched the ‘Woman Alive’ podcast in July 2023 and many of you are already regular listeners. After almost two years, here are the ones that have gained the most attention…
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Opinion‘Football is bringing Christian women together’
‘It strikes me that women choosing to come out on a dark and rainy Monday evening bears huge similarities to choosing faith in God. Amidst the swirling gales of life and the cold isolation of living in a broken world, choosing to take a step into an environment where we praise God for all his goodness is powerful,’ says Rebekah Walker.
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OpinionGod set me free from the stigma of having a C-section and now I’m just glad my baby is safe
‘When our daughter was born, I needed an elective C-section due to placenta praevia. Although far from ‘natural’, Anna’s birth was filled with joy,’ says Danielle Finch.
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OpinionBiblical advice for beating the blues and finding joy in January
‘When we’re feeling blue, or just frustrated at not keeping our new year goals; it’s important to remember that God loves us no matter what. But it’s especially powerful when we feel alone, overwhelmed or daunted by difficult or challenging circumstances,’ says Alex Noel.
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OpinionWhy I believe marriage reflects God’s ultimate design
‘For Christian women, understanding the sacred nature of marriage intimacy can transform their perspective on relationships,’ says Jan Coleman as she gives six reasons why she believes marriage is a powerful testimony of God’s design for love and intimacy.
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OpinionA word to Christian teachers - pupils behave better when they like your clothes!
Schools have now gone back for the Spring Term after the Christmas holidays, and Rachel Allcock says ‘Teacher or not, I feel delighted by the compliments I get when I wear nice clothes.’
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Opinion‘What does the cosmos have to do with your cosmetics?’
‘The cosmetic industry (from the same Greek root as “cosmos”) and social media have been infiltrated by the father of lies and so we must be aware and vigilant about becoming trapped in the idolatry of either self-exaltation or self-hatred.’ says Emma Stark.
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OpinionHere are three factors to consider if you feel tempted by January’s ‘Divorce Day’
The first working Monday of the year (yesterday!) has been dubbed ‘Divorce Day,’ and Hope Bonarcher gives some reasons why we shouldn’t give in to the temptation to throw in the towel.
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OpinionI felt God ask me to remain single and my book, Nun’s Drift, contains what I learned about acceptance
‘I tried to fight that unwelcome ‘call’ [to singleness] when I was older, but it has given me the ability to be available to listen to other singles and really hear them,’ says Sheila Jacobs, who ended up writing a novel with singles as the main characters.
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OpinionFive Christmas films that have a surprising Christian message
Melissa Immel from Jesus Film Project picks her five favourite Christmas films that point to biblical truths.
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ArticleIf you're one of the increasing number of women travelling solo this year, make sure you don't feel lonely on the journey
With the significant rise in the number of women travelling alone, we’ve collated some of the best options for your solo holidays this year
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OpinionAre Christian women being good helpmates or are we all just ’mankeeping’?
‘Researchers suggest that a major issue with “mankeeping” is a lack of reciprocity - the burden it places on women’s time and well-being is not matched by a corresponding investment from men,’ says Ann-Louise Graham.
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OpinionChristians shouldn’t be afraid of Instagram and TikTok
‘Someone wise once said that social media is a good servant, but a bad master. I think that’s great advice. I don’t let it take over my life,’ says author, Ruth Leigh.
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OpinionBlack Friday is upon us, here are five Christian clothing brands you might like to check out
Tomorrow is Black Friday, a day focused on sales, discounts and shopping. This year, Maxine Harrison suggests we look at some Christian brands to add to our wardrobes.
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OpinionWhat Christians can learn from nepo babies
’In the world, being self-made and working your way up to the top is commended. In the Kingdom of God, it’s the opposite. No amount of good works will get you into heaven,’ says Kevina Kiganda as she looks into what it means to be a nepo baby.
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ArticleWhy can't men tell the difference between friendly and flirting?
Dr Belle Tindall shares a personal anecdote that uncovered an uncomfortable truth: men are ‘reading’ women totally wrong
