Rebecca Hunter-Kelm
Becky is a youth worker-turned copywriter living in Istanbul, Turkey. She writes copy for coaches, creatives and online business owners, loves sustainable style, spin classes, and making cross-cultural connections.
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.
OpinionHow faith meets Italy’s stand against femicide
Becky Hunter-Kelm writes at a moment when people of faith are crying out for justice as Italy takes a bold stand against femicide. As the nation names this violence for what it is, we’re reminded that God’s heart is always with the oppressed.
OpinionMy thoughts as a Christian mum on the school banning K-pop demon hunters songs
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm applauds Lilliput Church of England Infant School’s decision to ban songs from K-Pop Demon Hunters. She explores why, for many Christian families, discernment around spiritual themes in pop culture still matters.
OpinionI’m thankful that recently deceased Fawlty Towers actress Prunella Scales honoured God in her marriage vows
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm reflects tenderly on the life and legacy of actress Prunella Scales, marking fifty years since Fawlty Towers first aired. In this piece, she weaves together nostalgia, faith, and compassion, celebrating Scales’ remarkable career, enduring marriage, and the hope that transcends even the challenges of dementia.
OpinionLouise Thompson’s journey towards faith
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm reflects on Louise Thompson’s journey through birth trauma, recovery, and her openness to spirituality. Becky gently encourages Louise to lean into those stirrings of faith and discover the hope and fullness found in Jesus.
OpinionDid you know Kourtney and Khloe Kardashian are having a Bible study?
‘Despite what Kourtney’s lifestyle looks like on the outside, and that it doesn’t always look like what we think a ‘Christian’ should look like,’ Jesus is so for her!’ says Rebecca Hunter-Kelm.
OpinionWomen in South Korea are faced with having a job or having children
Becky Hunter-Kelm is grateful for the Flexible Working Bill, passed earlier this month, which will help working mothers in the UK hugely. She takes a look at how without flexible working conditions, women in South Korea are choosing not to have babies.
OpinionTina Turner’s legacy - she didn’t give up
As the world pays tribute to the ‘Queen of Rock-and-Roll’, Tina Turner, who died on the 24 May, aged 83, Rebecca Hunter-Kelm remembers the life of the woman who didn’t give up
OpinionThe ‘Lucky Girl Syndrome’ trend is tearing up TikTok but is it soul satisfying or just smug?
From manifestation coaches to money codes, believing in the power of positive thought and the law of attraction to create your desires are among some of the most popular beliefs of our time… and Rebecca Hunter-Kelm’s Instagram feed is FULL of it.
Opinion‘Becky, are you OK?? Did you guys feel the earthquake?’
As the death toll rises, Istanbul-based writer Rebecca Hunter-Kelm, shares the responsibility on us as the Church to respond.
