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How the Church can respond to the UK's fostering crisis

17 Jul 2026
47:42

Every 15 minutes, a child enters the foster care system in the United Kingdom. The need is great, and fostering and adoption were never meant to be solo callings; they flourish best within a caring and committed community. So what is the process like and how can churches support? Sian Wade, Director of Engagement, Church Relationships and Journeying, Home for Good, joined Mal Pope to unpack this

Trusting God Through Grief: David Oliver on faith, loss and hope

17 Jul 2026
48:13

David Oliver is an author, speaker and church leader who has served for decades. But it was one of the most painful seasons of his life - the loss of his son Joel after a sudden battle with cancer - that tested his faith in a deeply personal way. He shares that journey through grief in his latest book, All About Grief. David joined Mal Pope to talk about his story, his faith journey, and what he has learned about trusting God when life doesn’t make sense.

Childhood Grief: The hidden impact we too often miss

17 Jul 2026
50:02

Unresolved loss can affect every part of a person's life, and for children and young people, the effects can be especially significant and could shape their lives long into adulthood. So how can we help children process their grief? Founder and CEO of AtaLoss, Yvonne Tulloch, joined Mal Pope to unpack this

Caleb Quaye: A Voice louder than rock changed my life

17 Jul 2026
50:48

Award-winning British rock guitarist and session musician Caleb Quaye heard an unforgettable voice that cut through the noise of his rock-star lifestyle, and everything changed. Whose voice was it? Caleb joined Mal Pope to share his remarkable story.

Britny Virginia: How God rewrote the story I believed about myself

13 Jul 2026
40:56

Britny Virginia’s story is shaped by her journey through womanhood, body dysmorphia, singleness, friendship, and faith. In her book, Her Laughter Will Be Therapy to Her Lover’s Soul, she offers a poetic and deeply personal reflection on these experiences. Britny joined Madeleine Kerzner to share her story, her testimony, and the lessons she has learned along the way.

Thy Kingdom Come: 7,000 Christians unite in prayer for revival

10 Jul 2026
42:00

For five years, more than 7,000 Christians from different churches and denominations have united in prayer along the 630-mile South West Coast Path, praying “Thy Kingdom Come” over the South West of England and its 5.6 million residents. What is driving this growing movement, and what impact do organisers hope it will have? Jason Ham, Operations, Communications and Creativity Coordinator at Rediscover Church, joined Mal Pope to discuss.

The Man I Killed, The Grace I Found

9 Jul 2026
42:20

Have you ever made a mistake so big you wondered if forgiveness was really possible? Many of us carry regrets we'd love to erase. But what if your actions changed lives forever? In 'The Man I Killed – The Grace I Found', Peter Gerard shares his journey from a devastating act of violence to discovering God's transforming grace. Madeleine Kerzner sat down with Peter to hear his story

What role does animal care play in honoring God?

9 Jul 2026
44:25

From the opening chapters of Genesis, animals are part of God’s good creation, yet today questions about animal welfare, cruelty, and exploitation challenge both society and the Church. How should Christians understand humanity’s role as stewards of creation? And how can we better our relationship with the creatures God has made? Dr Clair Linzey, Deputy Director of the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics, joined Madeleine Kerzner to explore these questions.

Is raising godly children difficult?

7 Jul 2026
50:38

Premier News Editor Tola Mbakwe and her husband, financial consultant Chinedu Mbakwe, have been married for ten years and are raising four young children in Hertfordshire. They joined Mal Pope to discuss what practical discipleship looks like for them at home.

How strong are your 'Evangelism Muscles'?

6 Jul 2026
51:14

Why is it easier to talk to a stranger about the weather than to talk about Jesus? Sharing our faith can feel intimidating. So how do we overcome a spirit of fear in evangelism? Prophetic Evangelist Danny Neale joined Madeleine Kerzner to explore how to overcome fear, share our faith with confidence, and grow stronger in our witness for Jesus.

The Day I Stopped Drinking: Christy Osborne’s story of freedom and faith

6 Jul 2026
47:43

For years, Christy Osborne looked like she had it all: a thriving career, a loving family, and a life many would envy. But behind the polished exterior, she was wrestling with alcohol consumption. Then she made the courageous decision to stop drinking. How did that impact her life? Christy joined Madeleine Kerzner to share her remarkable testimony.

The man turning one of the Bible’s most honest books into theatre

6 Jul 2026
47:47

Stephen Bathurst is a dramatist, actor and veteran of the European stage and screen. Through his company, Strangers and Exiles, he brings thought-provoking productions to churches, theatres and fringe festivals, sparking conversations about faith with audiences beyond the church. His latest show, 'Life Under the Sun - Part 1', explores life’s big questions. He joined Mal Pope to share his story.

What football can teach your kids about faith

2 Jul 2026
46:49

The World Cup is sparking conversations everywhere, from living rooms to playgrounds. But could football also open the door to deeper conversations about faith? Writer and family ministry specialist Lucy Rycroft believes the biggest discipleship moments often happen in everyday family life, not just at church. She joined Mal Pope to share how parents can use the highs and lows of the World Cup to help their children build a resilient, authentic faith.

What does it mean to be a responsible citizen as a Christian?

29 Jun 2026
48:39

For many, that question follows us into everyday life—shaping how we think, how we speak, and how we engage with the world around us. And with political uncertainty affecting so many nations today, it raises an even bigger question. So, what does it really mean to be a responsible citizen as a Christian right now? Bible teacher and the founder of Christianityworks, Berni Dymet, joined Madeleine Kerzner to unpack this

Is demonic possession real in the modern world?

29 Jun 2026
51:38

Are all unexplainable negative behaviours linked to demonic activity, or could something else be at play? Many people quietly wrestle with the idea of demonic activity in a world shaped by science, technology, and rational thinking. Yet some moments don’t quite fit other explanations. Rev Jason Bray, an Anglican deliverance minister and Dean of Llandaff Cathedral, works at the heart of the paranormal. He joined Mal Pope to explore demonic possession and how Jesus approached it.