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.
3 Main Defenses Against Child Abuse
The movie “Sound of Freedom” struck a chord with American audiences this summer — and not necessarily a comfortable one. The movie discusses a horrifying concept: child trafficking. But human
Child Evangelism Fellowship Seeks to Reach 100M Children with the Gospel, Urges Christians to Mobilize
When it comes to missions, Child Evangelism Fellowship believes one of the most important — and overlooked — groups is children. “One of the most beautiful passages in the Bible that reflects
The Most Loved Gospel Hymn Among Kids
Every day God is working powerfully in the lives of little children around the world who are told how much Jesus loves them. Thankfully, there are few barriers in the
Childhood Obesity: Why Your Child Should Start Exercising Now to Prevent Adult Health Conditions
People who engage in exercise in early childhood have been found to have a significantly lower risk of developing metabolic syndrome in early adulthood compared to those who did not.
The King’s College to Lose Accreditation by Aug. 31
The King’s College, a prominent Christian liberal arts college in New York City, is expected to lose its accreditation by the end of August. The Middle States Commission on Higher
Kids in These Orphanages Aren’t Really Orphans
Today is International Youth Day — a day to celebrate the promise and power of young people all over the world. An important part of that celebration is reckoning with
Millions of Suffering Children: the Ugly Truth Behind the Billion-Dollar Beauty Industry
A report from international Christian charity, World Vision, has revealed the terrible price paid by some of the world’s most vulnerable children to put beauty products, often labelled as ‘cruelty-free’,
Back to School Ready: 3 Things to Teach Your Kids
The start of a new school year will be here before we know it. Registration papers are all turned in. Your child may have already picked out a backpack with
Why Caring for Children Has Always Been a Priority of the Church
Throughout history, across diverse societies, nations, and eras, Christians who carried the Gospel into pagan cultures defended and protected abandoned and abused children. In his new book, 32 Christians Who Changed
Using Story to Teach Children about Loss, Grief and Bereavement
Where Grandad Lives is a heart-warming children’s story centred around bereavement. Penned by rapper Guvna B – real name Isaac Borquaye – and his wife, Emma Borquaye, the book follows young Ezra
To Busy Modern-Day Fathers: Here’s a Piece of Advice
Parents teach their children to stop, look and listen from a very young age. We all know the drill — when you come to a street corner and want to
‘Sound of Freedom’ Filmmaker Vows to Save Kids from Trafficking: ‘It’s More Dangerous Not to Do It’
Filmmaker and actor Eduardo Verástegui is dedicating his “entire life” to saving kids, and one of the ways he is using his influence is by sounding the alarm in Hollywood