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A memorial sparked revival in 2025: Here's how we keep it going
A spiritual awakening is underway in America. Discover how revival in Ohio can become lasting cultural renewal and how CCV is leading the way.
Last Chance to Save $50 on the 2026 Essential Summit
Early-bird registration for the 2026 Essential Summit ends December 31. This is your final opportunity to save $50 on general admission. The Summit is a one-day faith-based conference designed to empower Christians to engage confidently in today’s cultural and societal issues. With dozens of prominent speakers, the Summit equips attendees with practical strategies to influence their communities and uphold biblical truths in every sphere of life.
Aetna Subsidizes Orphanhood
The recent Aetna same-sex settlement denies medical reality, redefines ‘infertility,’ and institutionalizes orphanhood by subsidizing the creation of motherless and fatherless children.
Rebuilding a Culture of Life in Ohio
When Ohio passed a sweeping abortion amendment, it marked a devastating turning point for the state—enshrining abortion as a constitutional “right” with virtually no limits. Experts estimate that more than 30,000 unborn children could lose their lives every year as a result. But Sierra’s story demonstrates that together, we can still save countless lives.
2025 Unfiltered: The Stories Everyone Will Remember
Looking back at 2025, The Narrative hosts unpack the year's defining moments in faith, culture, and politics, from shocking events to historic wins, and explore their long-term impact in 2026 and beyond.
Marriage: The Solution to Ohio’s Family and Faith Decline
The collapse of the family is a spiritual crisis for our nation, and its effects are clearly evident in Ohio. Right now, over half of Ohio’s children (53%) are growing up without their father in the home. This is a generational emergency that’s fueling cycles of poverty, crime, educational failure, and emotional instability.
Big Weed’s Big Win: Trump, Marijuana, and the Hidden Costs of Schedule III with Luke Niforatos
Does "neutral secularism" exist? Why are some beliefs welcomed in the public square, but Christianity is disqualified?
In this final episode of The Narrative before Christmas, Aaron, David, and Mike react to the Cincinnati Enquirer investigative profile that called CCV "relentless" for turning Christian beliefs into public policy. Marketed as an objective report, the article instead exposes a familiar assumption: Christian beliefs are inherently biased and therefore unwelcome in the public square, while non-Christian belief systems are presumed neutral and free to shape law, culture, and power.
After the news, Luke Niforatos of Smart Approaches to Marijuana exposes what’s really happening behind the scenes with legalized marijuana. An early Christmas gift to Big Weed, President Trump's executive order hands the marijuana industry a massive $2 billion tax break, turbocharges advertising to kids, and further normalizes a drug that is more potent, more addictive, and more destructive than most Americans realize.
Congress and HHS Take Action to Protect Children from Sex-Rejecting Procedures
US House passes Protect Children’s Innocence Act and HHS moves to bar chemical castration and sex-rejecting procedures on minors.
Cincinnati Enquirer: “How CCV turns beliefs into bills”
In yesterday's front-page profile, the Cincinnati Enquirer published an article focusing on Center for Christian Virtue (CCV), calling us "the biggest group driving [Christian] influence" on Ohio politics.
But in telling the facts, they told our story.
Courageous Shepherds in a Culture of Confusion
The Minnery Fellowship is sparking a movement of courageous pastors, stronger churches, and transformed communities. In a culture increasingly adrift from God’s truth, revival must begin with the Church. Through the Minnery Fellowship, pastors are rising to meet the challenge, confident in Scripture and empowered by the Spirit. Take two minutes to see how the Minnery Fellowship is equipping pastors to engage culture faithfully and how you can support this movement.
How Technology Is Rewriting Humanity with Carl Trueman
This week on The Narrative, Aaron, David, and Mike break down the firestorm that erupted in Cleveland after the City Club’s January 16 event, featuring Aaron, became ground zero in a very public showdown.
After the news, stay tuned for the powerhouse keynote from Carl Trueman at the 2025 Essential Summit. Trueman brilliantly uncovers the root of every cultural battle we’re facing by exposing the deeper crisis behind debates on gender, tech, and identity: the fight over what it means to be human.
FREE SPEECH WINS: City Club of Cleveland Will Host CCV President Aaron Baer!
Despite pressure from LGBTQ+ activists, the City Club of Cleveland announced it will still host Center for Christian Virtue (CCV) President Aaron Baer on Friday, January 16, 2026, for his presentation on "Faith, Policy, and Influence." City Club CEO Dan Moulthrop confirmed with The Daily Signal that the event will proceed, saying, "We’re not canceling, and we have never had any intention of canceling this.”
Early-Bird Tickets Now Available: Lowest Price for the 2026 Essential Summit Through Dec. 31
Registration is officially open for the 2026 Essential Summit, and from now until Wednesday, December 31, general admission tickets are $50 off with the code FIRSTINLINE. This early-bird rate is the lowest ticket price we will offer all year. Once December ends, the price increases and will not return.
AG Yost Defends CCV as LGBTQ Group Continues Silencing Efforts
Ohio LGBTQ activists are pressuring the City Club of Cleveland to cancel CCV President Aaron Baer’s January 16 talk. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and other leaders are pushing back, defending free speech and correcting the activists’ false claims.
Christian Free Speech is under attack in Ohio
Right now, LGBT activists in Ohio are trying to cancel CCV from speaking at the City Club of Cleveland because we believe the truths the Church has taught for more than 2,000 years. We will not be intimidated. We will not be silenced. Friday, January 16, will be a date that proves Christians in Ohio are not afraid to be bold for our faith!
The Church Is Reclaiming Education
As we look back on 2025, we’re in awe of what God has done through churches, educators, and families who share this conviction: Christ must be at the center of our children’s education. Every one of these numbers tells a story of answered prayers, renewed purpose, and Ohio communities transformed…
Thank You! Your Generosity Will Make a Real Difference
On Giving Tuesday, something incredible happened. Ohio believers joined together to support Center for Christian Virtue (CCV). Because of you, we’re strengthening faith, family, and freedom across the state. Read testimonies of lives changed!
Feminism, Gender, and the Church with Rosaria Butterfield
This week on The Narrative, Aaron and Mike break down two major stories making headlines: the latest developments in the case of the Toledo doctor who forced abortion pills on his girlfriend, and the new peer-reviewed HHS report that uncovers the truth about pediatric gender dysphoria.
After the news, tune in for the powerful and uncompromising message from author and speaker Rosaria Butterfield, recorded live at CCV’s 2025 Essential Summit.
Ohio Statehouse 2026 Session Schedule: How to Track Legislation and Stay Informed
The 2026 Ohio Statehouse session schedule is out. Learn how to track bills, follow committees, and stay updated with tools like legislature.ohio.gov and the Ohio Channel.
There’s Still Time to Make Twice the Impact in Ohio
You’ve seen the stories we’ve shared: Across Ohio, families are finding clarity, churches are being strengthened, and young people are being equipped to stand firm in a culture that’s rapidly shifting. This work is possible because faithful partners like you believe the Gospel brings light to every corner of public life. Here’s a glimpse of the impact your matched gift supports…