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Landmark Victory: Parents Awarded $1.5 Million After School Board Violates Religious Rights
Parental rights and religious liberty win big as a Maryland court orders a $1.5 million settlement after a school board violated families' rights to opt out of gender ideology. Read how this landmark case, backed by the Becket Fund, restores the God-given authority of parents to direct their children’s moral upbringing without government interference.
How the Government Acts As a "Substitute Father" with Delano Squires
The Narrative: Discover why Gov. DeWine calls legal gambling his "biggest mistake" as Ohioans lose $10k per minute. Hosts Mike, Aaron, and David expose State overreach in education and dive into the Success Sequence with Delano Squires to save the American family.
Rebuilding the Foundation: Why the Success Sequence is Key to Ohio’s Future
97% of those who follow the Success Sequence avoid poverty. See expert testimony from Ian Rowe, Brad Wilcox, and David Mahan on SB156 at the Ohio House Education Committee.
Ohio’s Problem Gambling Conference WAS SPONSORED BY THE PROBLEM
Ohio’s Problem Gambling Conference was sponsored by the very industry driving addiction. Learn how casinos, regulators, and nonprofits are locked in a conflict of interest—and why “responsible gambling” won’t fix a broken system.
Not Just a Game: The Real Cost of Sports Gambling | Danny Funt
The Narrative examines the rising impact of legalized sports gambling on families, communities, and sports integrity. Hosts Mike Andrews and David Mahan cover Ohio’s new youth programs, a landmark detransition settlement, and sit down with journalist Danny Funt to discuss the social, financial, and moral costs of DraftKings and FanDuel’s sports betting dominance. Essential listening for parents, policymakers, and concerned citizens.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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…
School Choice in Ohio: Federal Funding, Local Families, and Real Opportunity
Ohio families can use dollar-for-dollar tax credits to fund Christian school scholarships through OCEN, giving parents real school choice at no personal cost.
Just Days Away: Help Us Reach $50,000 in Matched Gifts
Giving Tuesday is almost here. This year, your generosity can make twice the difference in Ohio! A faithful CCV partner has pledged to match every gift up to $50,000, doubling the impact of your support.
Not only will your gift be doubled, but you’ll also be allowing CCV to amplify YOUR voice and your rights. For the CCV family, Giving Tuesday is about equipping families, empowering pastors, and raising the next generation to live boldly for Christ.
Every gift—no matter the size—contributes to a movement that champions life, faith, family, and freedom in Ohio.
The Evidence Gap in Pediatric Gender Medicine
Last week, the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published Treatment for Pediatric Gender Dysphoria: Review of Evidence and Best Practices, which examines the medical interventions being used on children with gender dysphoria. The report reinforces what growing international evidence has already shown: the harms from sex-rejecting procedures are significant, long-term, and too often ignored or inadequately tracked.

