
November 2018
The challenge to live generously
Hopeful Girl on where to find single Christian men
Chine McDonald on calling, challenges and being a new mum
Man Alive: Paul Kerensa and family welcome a new bundle of joy
CONTENTS
Cover stories
GOOD ADVICE
22 The Church and domestic abuse – How we can all make a difference
38 Where to find single Christian men – Hopeful Girl encourages singletons to ‘think outside the pew’
41 Make praise a priority – and experience more of God’s presence, power and joy
REFLECTIONS
7 Be with me, Lord – Amy Boucher Pye writes our prayer for the month
14 The secret of contentment – It’s something we can all learn regardless of our situation
16 Light up the darkness – Penelope Wilcock on the challenges and opportunities winter brings
26 The challenge to live generously – How the story of the poor widow challenges us today
35 Veronica Zundel – Why I’m taking care of my body
REAL LIVES
10 Chine McDonald – on finding her calling, facing challenges and being a new mum
18 Life lessons – Three women in ministry share the truths they have learned
25 Mary Kissell – The simple choices that have changed my life
36 Travelling solo – Jo Cundy shares how she has learnt to embrace new opportunities
50 Man Alive – Comedian Paul Kerensa and his family welcome a new bundle of joy
NEWS AND VIEWS
8 Your letters – on moving house, dreams, mental illness and more
9 Next month – It’s our Christmas issue
42 Woman Alive Readers’ Choice Award – The results are in!
48 Great reads – Amy Boucher Pye selects an historical romance in our book club
IDEAS AND INSPIRATION
28 Make this winter the season you ... cultivate gratitude, give yourself some time, embrace silence, celebrate Advent and introduce some colour and creativity
44 Weekend – What to do and see this month
47 The Church of the Rock – A reader recommends a visit to Helsinki’s unique church
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