All articles by Hope Bonarcher
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Article‘In the wake of present darkness, let’s not lose our love’
Native New Yorker Hope Bonarcher, considers how Christians in the UK and the US have responded to the seeming rise of violence over the years, including the murder of Charlie Kirk
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Opinion‘Why I don’t think having a female Archbishop is a good thing’
Hope Bonarcher reflects on womanhood, faith, and the appointment of the Church of England’s first female Archbishop of Canterbury, questioning whether progress always aligns with biblical truth.
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Article‘I’m ageing, and I can’t control it’
Hope Bonarcher admits she struggles with the impact of growing older
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OpinionThe assassination of Charlie Kirk: A call to courage and faith
Writer Hope Bonarcher reflects on the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk, urging readers to face tragedy with faith and courage.
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ArticleAbortions are not to be celebrated
Lily Allen’s inflammatory comments have outraged Christians and non-Christians alike. Especially when, Hope Bonarcher asserts, women have been created by God to birth life, encouragement and hope
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OpinionGreat genes, great divide? A Christian perspective on beauty, race and the Sydney Sweeney controversy
In the wake of American Eagle’s latest campaign featuring Sydney Sweeney, writer Hope Bonarcher, herself a black model, offers her Christian lens on beauty standards, identity, and the deeper worth found in Christ alone.
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OpinionOzzy and Sharon: A heavy metal love story marked by grace
Hope Bonarcher reflects on the life and legacy of Ozzy Osbourne. Known for his dark musical persona, Osbourne’s enduring marriage to Sharon reveals a deeper narrative, one of forgiveness, loyalty, and a faith that outlasts fame.
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Article‘There is a difference between feminism and justice’
As women we have probably all faced discrimination by men, says Hope Bonarcher, but feminism has got it wrong – the answer doesn’t lie in ditching our serving hearts
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OpinionCould Coldplay’s viral moment lead to grace?
Hope Bonarcher unpacks a viral moment from a recent Coldplay concert that became much more than just internet fodder. She explores what happens when secrets come to light—and what grace can look like in the aftermath.
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ArticleUnpopular…but true
Our culture prefers popular opinion to truth, says Hope Bonarcher, as she asserts it is kinder to be honest than provide misguided flattery
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Article‘Humour is a necessary part of the human condition’
Hope Bonarcher highlights the huge positive impact laughter can have in any situation
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Article‘What the world views as liberal sexuality, God calls bondage’
Hope Bonarcher highlights how our culture seems to delight in women baring all, and urges us to remember how Jesus brings us freedom by covering us with his righteousness
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OpinionAs audiences celebrate Lady Gaga’s musical resurgence, Christians should steer clear of its dark subject matter
‘Lady Gaga is a visually captivating human karaoke machine, but the offerings on Mayhem her seventh studio album, make one wonder if she’s designated “demonic” as her genre de rigueur,’ says Hope Bonarcher.
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ArticleAre modern women prepared for radical vulnerability before the Lord?
Hope Bonarcher says we have all been created as vulnerable beings, and challenges us to stop listening to culture’s message that we need to be strong
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ArticleShedding a light on unhealthy relationships, lies, manipulation, rape and grooming
Hope Bonarcher isn’t feeling there is much to celebrate for women within our culture – but reminds us what good news the gospel is for all of us
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OpinionBishop Budde has been praised for being boldly outspoken at Trump’s first prayer service, but women in positions of power don’t always warrant celebration
‘As Christians, we consistently need to scrutinize the leanings of the cultural zeitgeist against the truth of scripture. Would the Bible have us believe Potiphar’s wife over Joseph or trust Delilah’s honey tinged sentiments?’ asks Hope Bonarcher as she considers Bishop Marian Budde’s sermon alongside Queen Athaliah, the little known Queen of Judah.
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Article‘In the run up to our wedding, we were in a holy war’
Sharing her own personal story with disarming honesty, Hope Bonarcher is urgently praying for Christian marriages
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OpinionHere are three factors to consider if you feel tempted by January’s ‘Divorce Day’
The first working Monday of the year (yesterday!) has been dubbed ‘Divorce Day,’ and Hope Bonarcher gives some reasons why we shouldn’t give in to the temptation to throw in the towel.
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Opinion‘I dread there ever being a day where giving is not at the heart of Christmas’
‘If you’re tempted to stave off giving this Christmas season because of anxiety, financial stress, or even the humbug feeling from the world that says “what does it matter, it’s all just about spending money,” remember; giving is just as much for the giver as for the one who receives,’ says Hope Bonarcher.
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ArticleHuman righteousness is cheap, in 2025 Christians need their spiritual armour more than ever
Hope Bonarcher urges us all to eagerly seek after God’s righteousness and to contend for it amidst a culture that shifts like the sand
