Life and growth are chaotic. This is nowhere more true than in church life.

In major step forward for Maroubra Surfers Church (MSC), the innovative mission is becoming the latest base for the worldwide Church Army Global GAP year program.

I cannot remember how I was persuaded to read Captivating. Its the kind of Christian book that I wouldnt usually give my precious time.

Todays highly sophisticated and aggressively marketed cosmetics industry is having an impact on women beyond the mirror. Research is increasingly showing that these figures document an effect that is more than skin-deep. And beauty messages are bombarding the Christian world too. Are you wearing your make-up "“ or is your make-up wearing you?

Kerrie Newmarch examines why 'being a princess has such appeal within Christian circles.

While many might see them as 'shrapnel weighing down the wallet, Dave and Bev Vincent see the humble five-cent coin as treasure.

Each month Christianity.net.au assembles a free feature for Christian workers tackling the tough questions. This month it's family, friends and relationships - the site's best answers to real questions submitted by real people.

TAMAR (Towards A More Appropriate Response), a group of women supporting victims of sexual abuse in the church and encouraging reform, has dissolved after 12 years of advocacy.