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stepmum

Hope and Encouragement for the Stepmum

Most little girls grow up dreaming of being a mum, but probably none dream of becoming a stepmum.

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same sex attraction

My Christian Marriage is More Important Than My Same Sex Attraction

Author: Stephen O’Doherty | Open House

Colin has same sex attraction. He describes it as something he has, rather than who he is. It doesn’t define him.

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Mary and Joseph in The Star

The Star – Coming to Cinemas this November

Author: Movies Change People

Experience the story of the first Christmas from an entirely new perspective. Read more

minimalism

5 Tips to Make Minimalism Work for Your Family

Right now, small is big. Minimalism is popular everywhere: tiny houses, 30-item wardrobes, basic food diets and simpler lifestyles.  Read more

compassion

Compassion Fatigue: What is It and What to Do About It?

If you’re a youth worker, expect to face compassion fatigue sometime. Keep it at bay with good self-care habits, including supervision.

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digital technology parenting

Chill, Mum and Dad: the Digital Age Isn’t All Bad

Are parents right to be concerned about the dangers their children face in our increasingly digital world? Psychologist Kirrilie Smout is a reassuring voice for parents.

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sexual assault

Finding Healing from Sexual Assault

In this two-part podcast, Focus On The Family examine the horrors of sexual assault and how survivors can find new hope and healing from God. Read more

salt

Salt – Is it Good or Bad?

Salt has been used to flavour and preserve food for pretty much as long as humans have been on this earth. Before salt became readily available it was as valuable as gold and used as a form of currency. Read more

potential

Unlocking Potential

Author: Rodney Olsen.

When he was just eight years of age his father was murdered in front of his mother. That moment forced Richmond, his mother and his five siblings out of their home and into one of the world’s largest slums. Life had changed in an instant. Read more

marriage debate

The Marriage Debate: Why History, Society and Religion Regard it as Heterosexual

Author: Stephen O’Doherty | Open House.

Heterosexual marriage has been a building block of society for thousands of years.

Ancient history tells us that while same sex relationships have been evident in many civilisations, including Greek and Roman cultures, there was never a question of calling such relationships marriage. Read more