GOOD ADVICE

14 Learning from David – What is God calling you to do next?
22 Wisdom for busy wives – Katharine Hill shares some tried and tested insights on maintaining your marriage
25 *How to let your light shine – Penelope Wilcock on the three simple essentials for a life of faith
31 Single File – How to make your church more singles-friendly

BRIGHT IDEAS

7 July Notes – Inspiration and ideas for the month ahead
29 *Plan some time to be alone with God, says Veronica Zundel
36 *How to declutter your home Rehome and recycle the things you no longer want or need
39 Nature’s medicine cabinet – Five ways to use aloe vera
44 Summer recipe – Delicious savoury strawberry snacks for you to make

MAKE LIFE BETTER

18 *Be a responsible consumer – Questions to ask as you plan your autumn wardrobe
26 *Gardening is our ministry – Three women explain how their skills are helping to promote well-being and community
33 Could you be part of the action for change? We report on the increasing violence against women and girls across the world

NEWS & VIEWS

40 Bookclub – We’re celebrating 10 years of great reading!
42 Your letters on the topics that concern you
49 Next month – What you can look forward to in our August issue
50 Man Alive – Russ Bravo shares his passion for collecting things

REAL LIVES

10 *My season of searching – Why Sarah Bessey left the Church and how she found her way back
17 Jennifer Rees Larcombe on finding God in unexpected places
30 My job is about helping women feel confident – Meet the wig maker who was made an MBE

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