CONTENTS

Cover stories

IDEAS AND INSPIRATION

34    Living the good life – Practical ideas to make a real difference to our impact on the environment
38    Prayer, petition and cupcakes – Three great ways to make a difference this month
39    Justice is my calling – Founder of Christian Concern Andrea Williams says we are all ambassadors for Christ
40    Good Times – Great ways to spend your days

REFLECTIONS

7    I will trust in you – Michele Morrison writes our prayer for the month
26    Bible study – Who says women can’t lead? Be inspired by Priscilla, a role model for anyone in public ministry
29    Singled out – Hopeful Girl shares what she learned when she was housebound after breaking her leg
48    Give dad space to do his bit – Why mums need to step back once in a while
50    What it takes to be a great dad – A youth worker shares what he feels is important

REAL LIVES

11    Cancer is teaching me who I am – Joni Eareckson Tada is determined to see the good, as she battles cancer again
14    ‘Financial management is my calling’ Loretta Minghella talks about her role overseeing the Church of England’s investment portfolio
20    How we give back – Be inspired by these women who have discovered the joy of volunteering
32    Why I am trying to live with less – One woman’s story of her growing concern for the environment

NEWS & VIEWS

8    Your letters on – God’s healing, family estrangement, courteous men and more
30    Real life love – What a survey on modern relationships revealed about what Christians really believe and experience
45    Next month – Coming soon in our July issue
46    Book club – Recommended reads and an interview with Emily Owen

GOOD COUNSEL

12    Father God loves you! Are you living as his beloved child?
18    We gather to be sent out – The true purpose of church services and Christian festivals
24    Penelope Wilcock – The three essential elements of an apology
36    Peace of mind and a closer walk with God – The benefits of mindfulness