Rebecca Hunter-Kelm
Becky is a youth worker-turned copywriter living in Istanbul, Turkey. She writes copy for coaches, creatives and online business owners. www.beckythecopywriter.com
OpinionWhen does respect become complicity? What the Eiffel Tower’s ‘Invisible Women’ row can teach Christians
Becky Hunter Kelm considers the controversy surrounding female staff at the Eiffel Tower being sidelined during a visit by a Hindu religious delegation, and asks what Christians can learn from the incident. As the row raises difficult questions about religious freedom, hospitality and equality, she explores the point at which respecting another faith’s practices can become complicity.
OpinionThe Swiss tourist who crossed the line: What Christians need to know before visiting a Muslim country
After a Swiss tourist was jailed for disrespecting a sacred religious holiday in Bali, author Becky Hunter-Kelm reflects on what it means to travel as a Christian. She argues that when we visit another country, we have a responsibility to respect its people, customs and faith practices.
OpinionWhy Hayden Panettiere had her daughter baptised in Ukraine – and what she said about the ‘incredible’ Christian moment
Becky Hunter Kelm reflects on the life and faith questions raised by the tragic death of actress Hayden Panettiere.
OpinionA historic victory for girls: Colombia bans female genital mutilation
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm celebrates Colombia’s landmark decision to outlaw female genital mutilation (FGM), becoming the first country in Latin America to ban the practice. Reflecting on her own studies and experiences, she explores why Christians should welcome this milestone while continuing to pray for the protection and dignity of women and girls around the world.
ArticleFrom the New Age to new life in Jesus
Growing up without faith, Lucinda Button (Lu) dove into all that the New Age had to offer in an attempt to heal inner wounds, only to find it never held the lasting peace she was searching for. Then Jesus revealed Himself to her, and her life took a complete U-turn. Today, she runs she runs The Bridge Ministry, supporting those moving from the New Age to Jesus
ArticleThe CEO who says the Holy Spirit is her business strategy
Suzi Hull, the new CEO of creative agency Amperative and mum of two, shares the miraculous way the company was born
OpinionProtecting our children or policing their screens? The great social media debate
As the government proposes a social media ban for under-16s, writer Becky Hunter Kelm explores the debate over whether restrictions alone can keep children safe online. As a mum herself, she argues that education must go hand in hand with any ban.
OpinionWhen the gym replaces nights out: what are Christian women gaining—and losing?
Becky Hunter Kelm considers what the shift from clubbing means for community, wellbeing, and how we choose to spend our time.
Opinion‘Fearfully and wonderfully made: Why the Olympic gender debate matters for Christians’
British Olympian Abigail Irozuru welcomes the International Olympic Committee’s decision that, from 2028, only biological females will compete in women’s categories, arguing that at elite level “medals are won and lost on the smallest margins”. Becky Hunter Kelm explores why this moment matters for Christians as much as for athletes.
OpinionIs the idea of ‘soulmates’ biblical?
Drawing on culture, psychology, and scripture, Rebecca Hunter Kelm challenges romantic myths, pointing us toward a more biblical vision of love, commitment, and marriage.
OpinionNato intercepted a missile over Turkey where I live, and it’s a lesson in fixing my eyes on Jesus
Becky Hunter Kelm shares a reflection on the only thing we can truly do when fear and uncertainty overwhelm us: fix our eyes on God. Her words remind us that even in moments when we feel powerless and don’t know what to do, turning our gaze toward the Lord anchors our hearts in His faithfulness.
OpinionA question of conscience in the RE classroom
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm reflects on the first Northern Ireland primary teacher in a decade to withdraw from teaching Religious Education, using a conscience clause within the Education and Libraries (Northern Ireland) Order 1986. She considers what the decision means for how RE is taught in today’s schools.
OpinionSouth Korea, and the value of every woman amid the birth rate crisis
Becky Hunter Kelm responds to a Korean official’s suggestion to “import foreign women” to address the nation’s declining birth rate, calling it a proposal that contradicts God’s heart for women and families.
OpinionThe faith of Dawson's Creek star James Van Der Beek
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm looks back on the life and faith of James Van Der Beek, whose battle with cancer revealed a man clinging to God even as everything else was stripped away. Best known for his role in Dawson’s Creek, Van Der Beek’s legacy reaches beyond the screen, pointing to a deeper story of identity, suffering, and hope in the face of death.
OpinionFaith, motherhood, and the final curtain - remembering Catherine O’Hara
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm reflects on saying goodbye to Catherine O’Hara (1954–2026), the world-renowned actor whose warmth, wit, and humanity shaped generations of viewers. A dedicated mother both on and off the screen, O’Hara leaves a legacy of unforgettable performances, and a life rooted in family, faith, and fierce love.
Opinion‘Divorce dust’ - why glitter is becoming a faith-friendly dating filter
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm says glitter sprays are making a comeback — but not for the reason you think. Once a nostalgic clubbing staple, body glitter has been rebranded as a bold symbol of sisterhood, boundary-setting, and a clever deterrent for married men who shouldn’t be straying.
OpinionHigh School Musical star Ashley Tisdale’s toxic mum group experience and what faith teaches us about inclusion
Becky Hunter Kelm reflects on Ashley Tisdale’s experience and explores why mums need villages marked by kindness, inclusion, and grace rather than mean-girl dynamics.
OpinionFaith in the face of a national emergency: why UK schools are tackling misogyny
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm reflects on the stark reality that UK schools are now rolling out anti-misogyny interventions to counter the radicalisation of boys and young men. It’s come to this—and as uncomfortable as that is to admit, it has to be done.
OpinionBrigitte Bardot (1934–2025): A controversial life seen through faith
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm reflects on the complex, controversial life of Brigitte Bardot (1934–2025), from global sex symbol to outspoken activist. It tells the story of a woman deeply flawed and fiercely searching, yet loved by Jesus despite it all.
OpinionAs Friends leaves Netflix, faith offers the real connection
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm reflects on the news that the show which once felt like a constant companion - Friends - is finally leaving Netflix. As she looks back on what the series has meant to her, she also considers why its comfort has resonated with so many for so long.
