World Day Against Trafficking in Persons is observed annually on 30th July to raise awareness about human trafficking, advocate for the rights of victims, and promote global efforts to combat this serious issue. International Justice Mission's Public Engagement Officer, Molly Hodson, joined Mal Pope to discuss this sensitive and urgent issue.
Rev Simon Archer, known online as 'the Gaming Vicar', chats to Mal Pope about ministering over Twitch, why we need to ditch the stereotypes around gamers, and how a shared love of video games can change parenting for the good.
Angela Kovacs, Regional Director of Ellel Ministries in Hungary, and Marina Townsend, Editor of Dinkum Diaries, who overcame an everyday addiction, joined Esther Higham to unpack how we can deal with a habit that has crossed the line into addiction
Have you ever heard someone speak in your native tongue through the power of the Holy Spirit? Rev Tim Alford, National Director of Limitless, chats to Esther Higham about catalysing transformation in young people's lives, Limitless Festival, and the moment he preached in both English and Ukrainian at the same time.
They’re the most popular new toy on the block — Labubu dolls have seen demand soar. Many Christians online are calling the toys demonic, with some even claiming they resemble the evil Assyrian deity, Pazuzu. But… can toys really have powers? David Stark from the Global Prophetic Alliance joined Esther Higham to unpack this.
Kaya Jones left the Pussycat Dolls before their big break. Now, after rediscovering her faith, she’s releasing her first gospel album – The Royal Collection. Esther Higham spoke with the Grammy-award-winning artist to understand how her faith journey began.
Perinatal mental health problems, including antenatal and postnatal depression, affect a significant number of women, with estimates ranging from 10% to 20%, according to government statistics. So, how can we support those in our churches struggling with their pregnancy or childbirth? Hope Virgo joined Esther Higham to unpack this
Martin Saunders, who leads Satellites, joins Mal Pope to explore how summer festivals can shape a young person’s journey of faith.
Linzd West of LZ7 has spent the past 20 years sharing God’s message of love and hope with young people across Europe through high-energy music. He spoke with Esther about what keeps him motivated, how the Quiet Revival is shaping his daily ministry, and his hopes for the new drum and bass track, Rewind.
Should nothing be kept secret in government? Or are there times when a cover up is justified? Rev Peter Crumpler, former director of communications for The Archbishops council, and Julia Bicknell, a former BBC journalist, chat to Esther Higham about the Afghan leak, Jeffrey Epstein, and discerning truth from conspiracy.
How would you react if an A-list celebrity started attending your church? Should you roll out the red carpet or act as if you don't know them? Pastor Mike White spoke to Esther Higham about church growth, high-profile conversions, and making your church 'celeb ready'.
Esther Higham catches up with one of the stars of The Chosen, Abe Bueno-Jallad, who plays the disciple affectionately known as 'Big James'. He shares how digging into scripture helped him draw inspiration for the role.
More than 1,000 people from five different churches gathered on Bournemouth beach last weekend, as 92 people came forward to be baptised. Mike Smailes, Associate Minister at Lansdowne Church, and Lauren Miller, who led worship at the event, spoke with Esther Higham about the special Sunday.
Esther Baker, author of 'I Was Once a Buddhist Nun', and Kiri Kankhwende, journalist and Public Affairs Team Leader at Christian Solidarity Worldwide, joined Esther Higham to explore some of the most effective ways we can share the Gospel with Buddhists.
With the Bank of England redesigning banknotes and inviting public contributions, is this a chance to get some Christian imagery on our cash? Mark Greene, Executive Director of LICC, spoke with Esther Higham about whether putting Jesus on a fiver would be helpful or heretical.
