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CCV’s First School-in-a-Church is Changing Lives
Westside Christian School (WCS) launched in August 2022 through a unique partnership between Center for Christian Virtue (CCV), Memorial Baptist Church, and eight additional westside churches from various denominations. At the end of WCS' first semester, the fruits of this unique collaboration have been tremendous and unexpected!
A Clarion Life: Honoring Tom Minnery
Our nation has lost a true hero of the faith. Tom Minnery passed away on Christmas Eve in New Mexico. At the time of his passing, Tom was serving as the Vice Chairman of Center for Christian Virtue’s (CCV) Board of Directors.
Save the date for special pastors' conference!
Join Pastors Lee Davis of Berlin Church, Jeff Haygood of Living Word Church, and Eric Tober of Faith Community Church as they facilitate meaningful conversation on how Christians are to live as dual citizens while engaging in today’s culture war and keeping Christ at the center of it.
TAKE ACTION: Toledo Plans to Use COVID Relief Dollars to Fund Out-of-State Travel for Abortions
The Toledo City Council plans to consider a resolution that would co-opt COVID relief funds to transport women out of the state to have abortions. The resolution, sponsored by Councilmembers Nick Komives, Theresa Gadus, and Michele Grim, would appropriate $100,000 from the COVID relief money given to the city through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
Announcing 2023 Dates for Prayer at the Statehouse!
Sign up to join us for Prayer at the Statehouse in 2023! Registration is now open for all four events: Thursday, January 19; Thursday, May 18; Wednesday, September 13; and Wednesday, November 15.
The So-Called Respect for Marriage Act and What It Means
Join Center for Christian Virtue (CCV) President Aaron Baer and a special guest for an informative live-stream Friday, December 2, at 9:00 am to hear the latest updates on the "Respect for Marriage" Act, understand what it means for religious freedom, and learn how we can move forward.
Sen. Sandra O’Brien Introduces Bill Granting Educational Freedom to Ohio Students
Sen. Sandra O’Brien this week introduced Senate Bill 386 as the Parental Educational Freedom Act. This bill would greatly expand schooling options by making each student eligible for an EdChoice Scholarship to be used at a private school, or for an increased tax credit for expenses related to homeschooling. The bill serves a similar function to House Bill 290, the Backpack Bill.
The Narrative Podcast: Aaron and David’s Slightly Too Early 2023 Forecast
The guys sat down to give you "Aaron and David's Slightly Too Early 2023 Forecast." This special, final episode contains their breakdown on what narratives they're predicting to be the most important to watch and discuss in 2023 including conversations on the Church, culture, and policy. Don't miss it!
The Narrative Podcast: Election Debrief, and Free Speech with Jake Warner
The Narrative podcast is back this week for Election Palooza with CCV President Aaron Baer and Policy Director David Mahan. The Midterm Election has come and gone, and the guys have hot takes to share.
The Rundown: Win or Lose Yesterday, God Still Reigns
This biweekly newsletter serves as the most important political and cultural news for Christians in Ohio.
The Narrative Podcast: Fighting for Truth with U.S. Congressman Jim Jordan
There’s nobody who sheds light on truth like U.S. Congressman Jim Jordan. On a new episode of The Narrative, he shares his perspective on fighting for truth, the upcoming General Election, and living courageously.
Midterm Election on November 8! Here's what you need to know.
Elections can be confusing. So here's your three-step, no-nonsense guide to make your voice heard in this year's General Election.
Time is Running Out to Order 2022 Voter Guides!
Political spin and attack ads will grow louder in an attempt to cloud the most important issues leading up to Election Day. But the 2022 Voter Guide cuts through the chaos to show exactly where the candidates stand.
Popular March for Life T-shirt Design Now Available!
Due to the tremendous interest that the shirts generated, the “Script Life” design is now publicly available through Thanksgiving weekend as a fundraiser to support CCV!
The Narrative Podcast: Covid Learning Loss with Robert Pondiscio
What can be done when the whole nation brings home a bad report card? Can kids really catch up from all the learning lost during the last few chaotic years? And what about the education gap that already existed prior to the Covid-19 pandemic?
CCV Welcomes Mike Andrews as Communications Director
Center for Christian Virtue recently hired Mike Andrews as Communications Director. Mike is the primary media contact at CCV and oversees the all aspects of organization’s print, digital, and multimedia marketing and branding.
The Rundown: Drugs, Borders, and Pandemic Closures
Welcome to The Rundown, the most important political and cultural news for Christians in Ohio!
Nation’s Report Card Highlights Need for School Choice
The first post-pandemic scores from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) were released this week, and the results show a catastrophic level of learning loss among our nation’s elementary and secondary students compared to 2019 scores.
First Amendment Advocates to Bowling Green City Council: Proposed Ordinance is Unconstitutional
Center for Christian Virtue, Alliance Defending Freedom, and Christian Employers Alliance Co-sign Opposition to Proposed Legislation
The Narrative Podcast: From Womb to Tomb to Eternity
Aaron and David are joined by Dr. Alveda C. King who recently blessed us with her presence at the Ohio March for Life. We're excited and honored to have her join us once again for a powerful conversation on the life movement, race, and her family's legacy of bold faith in the face of injustice.