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Christians Have a Right to Question COVID-19 Vaccines, But Oxford Trials Aren’t Tainted

Two leading Christian medical ethicists believe there’s nothing morally wrong with accepting a coronavirus vaccine made using foetal cell lines.

Colin Buchanan Sings ‘Dad Jokes’ Live for Father’s Day

In honour of all the Dads and Dad-figures listening, the master song-smith performed his hilarious little ditty, Dad Jokes (are Bad Jokes).

A Laundry List of the Church’s Worst Sins – And Greatest Contributions – Wins Book of the Year Award

For the Love of God: How the Church is Better and Worse Than You’d Ever Imagine, has been named Australian Christian Book of the Year for 2020.

The True Story of a Fearless Woman Whose Work Has Saved Thousands of Lives: Saint Judy [Movie Review]

In Saint Judy, we see a world where the vulnerable not only need help – they have to prove they’re worthy of it.

Your Reading List Just Got Longer: The Christian Book of the Year Shortlist & Winner

Update your reading list, here are the ten finalists for the 2020 Christian Book of the Year Award.

Delta’s Latest Lyrics Suit Lockdown Perfectly

Written before the coronavirus outbreak about her own story of resetting, Delta Goodrem’s new song Paralyzed seems to be everyone’s story right now.

Aid Agencies, Celebrities, Churches and Leaders Get Behind the ‘End COVID For All’ Campaign

An army of Australian organisations and celebrities are calling on the Australian government to increase its international support in the COVID-19 crisis.

Amid the Devastation in Beirut, Aid Agencies Are Racing to Help

A week after the deadly explosion in the Port of Beirut, aid organisations now need Australians’ support more than ever to help the struggling nation.

Moving Aussie Film ‘Hearts and Bones’ is Close to Home for Former Refugee Andrew Luri

Hearts and Bones starring Hugo Weaving and Andrew Luri is a no-holds-barred account of the realities of war photography on both the shooter and the subject.

Texas Doctor Discovers Promising COVID Treatment in Prayer; Australia Joins Trials Worldwide

Dr Bartlett’s story first came to light on a Texan TV news channel, and is now making waves around the world via an interview going viral on social media.

‘Military Wives’ a Gentle Tribute to Defence Families – And the Power of Music

Military Wives offers a striking insight into a world that for many, may never be our own, but one we should be hugely grateful for.

The Culturally Defiant Moriah Smallbone – Wife of Joel and Frontwoman of All-Girl Band TRALA

On working with women Smallbone says, “…I will definitely say that I have cried way more in writing sessions with other women than I have with men”.

Australians are Live-Streaming Child Sex Abuse. Joy Was One of Those Children. Now, She’s Speaking Out.

At 10 years of age, Joy became a victim of cybersex in the Philippines after her mother moved overseas for work and left her in the care of her grandmother.

“I Had a Problem” — Christian Comic John Crist Breaks Silence Over Sex Addiction and Sexual Harassment

In a video posted on Facebook and Instagram, John Crist thanks his fans for their support during his recovery, and admits his failure and deep hypocrisy.

Chris Sebastian’s Anxious Wait as Australia Votes for a Favourite on ‘The Voice’

With Australians voting now for their favourite singer in the leadup to Sunday night’s Grand Finale, Chris has an anxious week ahead of him.

In the Push For Artificial Intelligence in the Form of an Robotic ‘Superhuman’ Race, Christians Must Speak Up, Says John Lennox

Artificial Intelligence, it’s as small as your ‘smart’ wristwatch, and as big as an engineered race of robotic super-humans.

A Little Blue Alien Proves Friendship Can Melt the Hardest Heart, in ‘Jungle Beat’

Jungle Beat is perfect for young kids finding their way in the world, and will leave them wanting to embrace people who don’t feel like they fit in.

Kelly Rowland Opens Up About Faith, Marriage, Justice, God’s Provision

Kelly talked about her faith, the beginnings of Destiny’s Child and her thoughts as an African-American mum during the BLM movement.