All Technology articles
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ArticleWhy I won’t be signing a smartphone free childhood pledge
Robin Barfield highlights the hidden costs of blanket bans, the importance of digital literacy, and why real safety comes from equipping children, not just restricting them
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Article5 tips for Christian parents to manage kids’ screen time
If a social media ban comes in to the UK it won’t be the end of the conversation - the amount of time youth and children spend on screens will still be something that parents have to think carefully about - Joanne Gilchrist is on hand to help
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Article4 ways to prepare your teenager for a social media ban
Support for a social media ban for under 16s in the UK is growing quickly - Sandeep Louise suggests Christian parents get ready for it now
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ArticleWhen divorce hits home, children need people not chatbots
As new AI platforms like Split Happens emerge, Kate Orson warns that only real relationships and Christ-centred care can address the deep wounds of family breakdown
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ArticleHow Christian parents can help their families navigate political turmoil
Andy Flannagan offers hope to Christian parents who are concerned about the impact of the culture wars on their children and young people
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Article3 ways Christian parents can take the lead on healthy smartphone use in their family
To combat the negative impact of smartphone use Sandeep Louise encourages parents to set the example for their youth and children to follow
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ArticleWizz, the latest app for young people presents some issues that Christian parents will want to know about
Youth Culture Specialist from Urban Saints, Nesu Kwaramba, helps Christian parents consider the issues with the latest app taking youth culture by storm
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ArticleAI will change the job market for our children but Christian parents needn’t fear
AI is set to revolutionise the job market - Kate Orsen reflects on how Christian parents can think through the challenges this poses for their youth and children
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ArticleAs a Christian parent I don’t put my children on social media - this is why
I once listened to a children’s sermon about the power of our words and the harm they can cause. To illustrate his message, the pastor used a tube of toothpaste. He squeezed all of it out onto a tray, then asked one of the children to put the toothpaste back into the tube. Naturally, they couldn’t do it—once the toothpaste is out, it can’t be put back. His point being that the same is true of our words, once spoken they can’t be taken back. In today’s digital age, it seems the same holds true for what we share online—once something is posted, it’s nearly impossible to take it back. While some platforms like Snapchat automatically delete messages after a certain time (unless saved), one has to wonder: are these records ever truly gone?
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ArticleRaising youth and children in the age of AI: A Christian parent’s guide
AI such as ChatGPT can be fascinating for children and young people. It can deliver a wealth of information in split seconds and can even be conversed with. But with ethical concerns about plagiarism, reports of AI addiction, and even the threat of AI becoming sentient, how should we talk to our children about AI?
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BlogTaming gaming: A faith-based approach to video games at home
Games are a helpful way to entertain children between the more important parts of family life, school or church life, but we need to be careful they don’t take over. Such advice was ringing in my ears when I started writing my book, Taming Gaming. I wanted to get to the bottom of what advice parents, carers and youth workers really needed about video games.
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ArticleBeyond the endless scroll: Protecting your teen’s heart on TikTok
TikTok, known for its viral trends and challenges, has quickly become one of the most popular social‑media apps among young people. British teens spend an average of two hours a day on TikTok. With its creative, fast‑paced content and personalised algorithm, it’s no surprise that teens devote so much time to the app. However, such a time commitment inevitably shapes how they think, grow, and interact with the world.
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ArticleThe online world: Friend or foe for Christian youth and children?
We are all increasingly aware of the role that online spaces play in our daily lives – from shopping to entertainment, work to recreation, and even chatting with the postie through the doorbell. Life is now lived in a hybrid reality that is here to stay.
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ArticleHelping your teen navigate Snapchat: A Christian parent’s guide to helping them flourish online
In today’s digital world, social media is a big part of many teens’ lives. Snapchat, with its disappearing messages, fun filters, and real-time updates, is particularly popular among young people. While these features can offer entertainment and connection, they also bring risks that parents need to be aware of. As Christian parents, it can be challenging to help our teens navigate platforms like Snapchat while keeping them safe, grounded in faith, and aware of the potential dangers. This guide will help you find that balance.
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BlogIs addiction to gaming a mental health condition?
Addiction to gaming is now recognised as a mental health condition. What does that mean for parents and youth and children’s workers?
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BlogYour children need you to play video games
Headlines about the dangers of video games may not be so prevalent, but most parents are nervous about the content of games and the time spent on them. Youth and Children’s Work Game Boy columnist, Andy Robertson, suggests the answer may be to play video games yourself. Yes really.
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BlogKeeping the kids entertained: a list of top Christian media
Keeping children and young people entertained with tech may feel like a cop out – but now we’re in isolation, it’s only natural that we will be relying on our TVs, smartphones and gaming consoles for entertainment.
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BlogWash your hand(held devices) - top tips for cleaning tech
Children and young people know the importance of washing their hands – I know we’ve been singing Happy Birthday a lot in our house, at least – but did you know that we could be spreading germs with our technology?
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BlogWhy John Mark Comer banned his children from having smart phones
New research by Childwise found that more than half of children say they sleep with their mobile phone beside their bed, with most young people now having their own phone by the age of seven. The annual report into children’s use of media also found that seven to 16-year-olds spend an average of three hours and 20 minutes per day on their mobiles.
