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With major events like the World Cup and Commonwealth Games ahead, concerns are rising. Research suggests two-thirds of gamblers plan to bet more in 2026 than last year while the Government is considering banning unlicensed firms from sponsoring teams, including Premier League clubs. Graham Daniels, General Director of Christians in Sport and director of Cambridge United F.C joined Esther to share his concerns and why his club doesn't accept front-of-shirt betting sponsors..
Released on 2 Mar 2026
Children as young as four are sleeping on the streets, according to an ITV News investigation, which says some councils are unlawfully turning families away from emergency housing. Behind the headlines are real children facing fear and uncertainty. Isaiah 58:7 calls us to shelter the wanderer. Have we lost that priority? Elyse MacKinnon from Glasgow City Mission joins Esther Higham on what Christians can do to support those without permanent housing...
How would you respond if someone with Tourette syndrome had vocal tics during church? Esther spoke with Mark Arnold, Additional Needs Ministry Director at Urban Saints, to reflect on the BAFTA's incident and how churches can equip themselves for similar situations.
Pastor Mick Fleming from Church on the Streets joins Esther to talk about serving those living homeless or with addiction — and why we need to change our perception when they walk through our church doors.