
March 2018
Bishop Libby Lane on new opportunities, being a pioneer and the importance of prayer
Confessions of an accidental stepmum
Your responses to Veronica’s article on sexual harassment
Contents
Cover stories
REFLECTIONS
7 A prayer to spur us on, by Amy Boucher Pye
21 Penelope Wilcock – On life’s big surprises
40 Veronica Zundel – Why money presents a challenge for all of us
42 Man Alive – Rob Parsons considers what a difference it makes when we know we are loved and valued
IDEAS AND INSPIRATION
14 What the women of the Bible can teach us today – Our great new Bible study
30 Tried and tested – Recommended resources for women’s groups
38 Cleaning is our ministry – How an enterprising woman and a local church have taken practical action to help others
REAL LIVES
10 Bishop Libby Lane on new opportunities, being a pioneer and the importance of prayer
17 Singled Out – Why Hopeful Girl and Country Man didn’t get their ‘happily ever after’
18 I thought God was interested in the ‘on the go’ me, not someone who was too sick to do anything – One woman’s testimony
22 Confessions of an accidental stepmum – What my unexpected family life has taught me
26 The quiet artists – Penelope Wilcock introduces her two daughters, who are seeking to develop their artistic skills
32 Working their way out of poverty – Why the future is looking brighter for farmers in Northern Kenya
NEWS AND VIEWS
8 Your letters – on what’s inspired you in recent issues and your responses to Veronica’s article on sexual harassment
29 Women’s ministry – Two opportunities to meet with like-minded women this month
37 Make a difference – The challenge of Fairtrade Fortnight
41 Next month – What’s inside our April issue
44 Bookclub – A new book from Francine Rivers and other good reads
46 Weekend – Things to do and treats to win this month
GOOD ADVICE
24 Inside a marriage – Kay Warren talks candidly about making a marriage last
34 Now is the time to improve your health – Be inspired by three women who say they are healthier and happier after making some changes.
36 Wellbeing – How to improve your digestion and beat the bloat
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