Christian News Media Digest
“Keep the Bible in one hand and the newspaper in the other.” – Karl Barth
It was the renowned theologian Karl Barth who said that we should keep the Bible in one hand and the newspaper in the other. He emphasized that we should be grounded in God’s Word but also aware of what is going on in the world around us and interpret it through the Bible. This news digest is a curated selection of Christian news articles, interviews and more that speak to current children-related issues and developments that are relevant to the Church. They provide insights, inform and equip those who are serving in children ministries whether at the global, national or local level.
*All articles are used with permission. Some of the views expressed do not necessarily reflect the views of the WEA Children’s Network.
Churches Failing to Address Fatherlessness ‘Epidemic,’ Warns Expert: ‘The Devil Makes It More Complicated Than It Is’
When Sean Teis was just 9 months old, he was abandoned by his earthly father. “My dad came home, an alcoholic in a drunken rage … my mother was in
The Gospel Coalition Article Criticizing ‘Gentle Parenting’ Sparks Debate Among Christian Parenting Experts
Is the idea of “gentle parenting” compatible with biblical doctrines? That is the question at the heart of a debate between a Gospel Coalition author and Christian proponents of the
The Many Forms of Child Abuse: Where Are the Adults?
My daily perusal of numerous articles and news stories has led me once again to ponder in bewilderment how and why America can become such a child-neglecting, child-abusing culture in
Severe Obesity Growing in American Children Under 5 Is ‘Nearly Irreversible’: Study
Bombarded by food insecurity, poor sleep habits, fast food and too much screen time, more American children between the ages of 2 and 4 are being diagnosed with severe obesity,
Percentage of Children Living with 2 Parents Reaches Highest Level in Decades: Report
A new report reveals that the share of American children living with two parents has reached its highest level in decades despite predictions that the percentage of children residing in
Handling Child-On-Child Sexual Misconduct
In many ways, inappropriate behavior between children is more of a common danger than abuse of children by adults. This can look like an older child exploiting a younger child,
Child Evangelism Fellowship Releases Animated Series ‘Esther’ to Combat ‘Immoral’ Kids’ Content
In an effort to provide children with wholesome, biblical content in a digital age rife with harmful online material, Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) has announced the release of a new
Bringing Up Children in a Post-Christian World
“Suffer the little children” is a phrase from the King James Bible (Matthew 19:14) that has entered as a proverb into the English language. Jesus is simply telling us that
African Churches Are Not Immune to Child Sex Abuse
A recent investigation in Spain revealed more than 200,000 endured sexual abuse at the hands of Catholic clergy. The 700-page report, ordered by Spain’s Congress, unveils the “devastating impact” on
Church of Scotland Launches Gaelic Bible for Children
The Church of Scotland Gaelic Committee recently launched the Gaelic version of the Lion Share A Story Bible for children and a Lego Christmas story video, and now they have created its free audio
Netflix Faces Calls for Boycott over ‘CoComelon Lane’ Cartoon
Netflix is facing calls for a boycott over the streaming service’s popular cartoon series that recently depicted a boy choosing to dress in a tiara and tutu with the encouragement
‘Our Girls Are Finally Cared For, and We Also Help Them to Find the Way of the Lord’
In Bolivia, up to 34.5% of girls and adolescents are sexually abused, according to a report by the Ombudsman’s Office, a figure far above the global average of 20%. Most of these aggressions take