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In association with Today's Christian Woman Magazine
May 28, 2008

Serving in the Suburbs

Margot Starbuck discusses the importance of opening our eyes to those in need around us. The middle-class, suburban mom offers three ways to practice compassion in whatever neighborhood you call home.

Winning Over Worry

Lifetime worry wart Ginger Kolbaba shares five strategies to stop fretting.

Bad Hair Dates

Beth Ortstadt humorously details the traumas of finding a new hair stylist when the one you're comfortable with leaves.

What I'm learning About...God's Provision

Rachel Stallard shares how her family made the switch from two incomes to one in this regular TCW feature.

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March 26, 2008

Unpacking Submission

The March/April issue's "Special Section" (one topic examined from several angles by various writers) focuses on submission. Brenda Waggoner digs into submission in marriage, and Jan Rubietta explores Jesus' act of submission by going to the cross.

Does Jesus Like Me?

We all know Jesus loves us, but, wondered Jennie McLaurin, does he really enjoy us for who we are? She answers the question with insights gleaned from exploring the question, Does Jesus like me?

Get Over It!

In discussions and arguments, when do you share your piece and when you hold your peace? Get wise pointers from Dori Harrell.

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January 9, 2008

Combating Sex Trafficking

TCW’s Camerin Courtney introduces their new Cause of the Year: Combating Sex Trafficking, and details what you can do to help stop this evil.

 

Keri Wyatt Kent

“The kingdom of heaven isn’t just a destination, it’s a movement,” writes Keri Wyatt Kent. Discover how living in the presence of God starts right now in the details in your life.

 

Married in the Middle
Kay Marshall Strom shares the challenges and triumphs that go with marrying at midlife.

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November 28, 2007

Following Through on “I’ll Pray for You”

We’ve all said it: I’ll be praying for you.” And what happens? We resume our crazy lives and forget. Michele Cushatt digs into the responsibility to pray for others and shares tips for following through.

 

TCW Talks with Lisa Samson

Why did the Christy Award-winning author and her family leave their comfortable and conventional life outside Washington D.C. for a lifestyle of intentional Christian community in downtown Lexington, Kentucky? The answer will surprise you.

 

Patty Kirk

Former atheist and self-professed “amateur believer” Patty Kirk explores the stories Jesus told, his parables, and explains how they challenge us to “enter the kingdom of God more deeply.” 

Nip/Tuck: Should Christians Have Cosmetic Surgery?

 

That’s the question TCW posed to a panel of Christian women. And, boy, did their opinions vary. Panel moderator Jeanette Littleton shares the results during an open phone line segment that gives Mid-Morning listeners a chance to weigh-in on the topic.

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October 24, 2007

Gracie Rosenberg

Gracie Rosenberg lost both her legs in a car wreck at age 17. The vibrant wife and mother of two teenage sons shares her story and the mighty work God is doing through Staning for Hope, the ministry He's entrusted to her.

 

Celeste Palermo

Celeste Palermo's shopping fast netted her more than extra money at the end of her 40-day "Say-No-to-Shopping" experiment.  She explains why she's wealthier and wiser on this issue of TCW Live on Mid-Morning.

Suzanne Eller
Brittany Spears opened the MTV Video Music Awards in a sparkly bra and underwear, but all anyone talked about was her lifeless performance.  Why are teens and young women willing to expose and exploit themselves?  Suzanne Eller explores the answers and charges Christian women to model true beauty in her article, "The Rise of Raunch."

Stephanie Voiland

It takes commitment to get a tattoo; to make a permanent statement on your skin.  The prophet Isaiah says God has taken the drastic step by inscribing our names on His hands.  Stephanie Voiland explores this all-out declaration of love and promise in "God's Tattoo."

 

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August 8, 2007

Char and Lynne take you inside the July/August issues, sharing their favorite articles and features, giving away subscriptions, and chatting with these special guests:

 

Lindsey O'Connor

Should your daughter get the HPV vaccine? Lindsey O'Connor explores the pros and cons, helping you make an informed decision.

 

Camerin Courtney

Never-married, 30something Camerin Courtney explains why one isn't the loneliest number. And, wearing her Managing Editor hat, Camerin also discusses TCW's new look and features.

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May 2, 2007

Jennifer Rothschild

Over the last twenty years, Jennifer Rothschild lost her eyesight but gained a tenacious faith in God. The vibrant Women of Faith speaker explores the landscape of tenacious faith and its main marker: loyally loving God.

 

Mary Hamilton

Moving away from her dream home near family and friends shifted the terrain of Mary Hamilton’s heart from joyful and trusting to bitter and proud.  With Mary as your guide, travel the road that leads to contentment, no matter where you’re living.

 

Terri Foster

Tired of dreading another birthday? Terri Foster shares how a Birthday Girls’ party – a celebration, therapy session and revival meeting all rolled into one – can be just the encouragement you need to press on!

 

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March 14, 2007

Marshele Waddell

The wife of a Navy SEAL, Marshele Waddell explores the emotional and spiritual battlegrounds facing today's military families.

 

Jodi Leas

The Mother of two sons reflects, with poignancy and humor, on how she's resolved her off-and-on longing for a daughter.

 

Siri Mitchell

Want to learn how to better pray for believers around the world? Siri Mitchell targets ideas in her article "7 Ways to Globalize Your Faith."

 

Mary Jenson

The author of Over Salad and Hot Bread (Howard, ISBN# 1-4165-3334-6) affectionately shares the life lessons learned from her friendship with a much older woman.

 

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February 28, 2007
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Connie Neal

The culturally-savvy Connie Neal tells parents what they need to know about MySpace, the social networking website for tweens and teens.

 

Keri Wyatt Kent

The author of Oxygen explores three old spiritual disciplines that can breathe fresh air into your conversations with God.

 

Cheri Mueller and Sally Miller

Friends for more than 20 years, soul sisters Cheri Mueller and Sally Miller share advice for fostering spiritual friendships. (Read more about spiritual friendships in their book, Walk With Me: Two Friends on a Spiritual Journey.)

 

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December 13, 2006


Liz Curtis Higgs
Best-selling author and regular TCW contributor Liz Curtis Higgs – fresh on the heels of her Christy Award – offers women a reprieve from guilt: grace. The former “bad girl” (weren’t we all?), and author of Embrace Grace, explains how to accept God’s gift of divine forgiveness and release lingering doubts, fears and regrets.

Kerri Pomarolli
Whether at a women’s retreat or in a smoky comedy club, funnygirl Kerri Pomarolli loves busting stereotypes about what it really means to be a Christian woman. Learn why standup comedy wasn’t Kerri’s idea for a career, but God’s.

Jeanne Winters
As you enter this year’s holiday season, consider incorporating new traditions and time for personal reflection into your celebrations. The author of Inspirational Home shares 12 ways to help make your holiday merry and meaningful.

 

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October 4, 2006


Secrets of a Supper Swapping Mom
Trish Berg shares how she and her friends tackle the meal-preparation crunch by consolidating and coordinating their efforts to help each other out.

Unearthing Unearthly TV
Why are shows like Medium and Ghost Whisperer so successful with female viewers? What needs are they tapping into? Holly Robaina explores the answers.

Patricia Raybon
The dynamic NPR commentator and journalism professor, Patricia Raybon, discusses the challenges of cultivating a meaningful prayer life, including how to pray amidst life’s challenging circumstances.

 

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July 26, 2006


Shannon Ethridge
She tackled sexual and emotional integrity in Every Woman’s Battle. In the new Every Woman’s Marriage, Shannon Ethridge and her husband, Mark, discuss the perspectives, expectations and behaviors that torpedo marital relations.

Yada Yada Inspiration
The Yada Yada series may be fiction, but it’s inspiring real-life prayer groups that reflect the diversity and commitment found in the popular books. Author Neta Jackson explains why women connect with the Yada Yada gang.

 

Lisa Harper
On the heels of her newly-released What Every Girl Wants, a study of the Song of Solomon, the popular speaker and Bible-study author, Lisa Harper, talks about God’s extravagant, outrageous love for us—no matter what size we are.

 

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May 4, 2006


Decoding Da Vinci
Dr. Ward Gasque separates fact from fiction in the Dan Brown’s bestseller-turned-blockbuster, The Da Vinci Code. Learn how to use the film to discuss the truth of Who Jesus is with unsaved friends and family.

Kay Warren
She used to be a “soccer mom.” Now the wife of Rick Warren, Kay Warren, author of the bestselling The Purpose-Driven Life, is fighting AIDS globally and caring for those with HIV locally. Kay shares what shook up her comfortable suburban world.

March 13, 2006


Sara Groves
Singer Sara Groves talks candidly about going through a season of doubting. The fruitful result is the blessing of seeing God more clearly and desiring to be His hands and feet to a broken world.

Everything You Need to Know About Marriage, You Can Learn from Salsa Dancing
Mayo Mathers explores the marriage principles she and her husband learned while taking a salsa dance class.

Prayers That Move the Heart of God
Do we need another article about prayer? Yes, indeed, if the one writing it is Nancy Guthrie. Learn how to cultivate a meaningful conversation with the Lord from the author of The One Year Book of Hope.

A Time to Die
The death of a Christian is a strange mix of pain and hope. Esther Bruland sheds light and insight on helping a dying loved one say goodbye to this life and hello to forever in heaven.

 

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