Ohio Democrats want to make every child in Ohio out to be a victim. The @CCVPolicy-backed bill to teach he Success Sequence in public schools is bringing a message of hope to every child. Education, marriage, & work are a simple road map that will lead to freedom and success.

Since sports betting was legalized in Ohio, we have seen a massive jump in the number of phone calls placed to the Ohio Problem Gambling Helpline. We are now subsidizing gambling addiction and mental health issues in our state. That’s why we need to pass the #SaveOhioSportsAct now more than ever.

Don't miss this special anniversary Narrative episode! Take a look back at the half-decade of truth, learn the hosts’ all-time favorite guests (from Bob Woodson and Dr. Ben Carson to Chloe Cole), and get some hilarious secrets from when the mics were off, including the infamous day that newly hired Mike accidentally drank the very last of Congressman Jim Jordan's personal apple cider. 🔗 ccv.org/news/5-years-of-rest…

Say Yes to Life with Peter Range This week we’re joined by Ella Schumacher and Ava Cech. Ella grew up in Kalida and got involved in the pro-life movement in high school, continuing that work through college and into her career by showing compassion and care for others. Ava is a high school junior from Columbus Grove who leads her local Students for Life chapter as president and is passionate about serving mothers and families in need. Tune in at: Annunciation Radio Holy Family Radio AM1260 The Rock

We can’t wait for Prayer at the Statehouse, where we’ll be lifting up Ohio, our communities, and our leaders through prayer and worship. Don’t miss this opportunity to join believers from across the state as we seek God’s blessing and guidance together. Join us for the next Prayer at the Statehouse on Wednesday, October 14. Make plans now and RSVP today at CCV.org/Pray

"When my parents divorced at 13, it shattered my perception of permanent love." Aaron Baer, President of the Center for Christian Virtue, gets real about growing up in a broken home,and how that pain became the fuel behind his mission to strengthen families across America. In this episode of the Hey Dad podcast, Aaron opens up about: - Why being a great dad starts with being a great husband - Raising daughters with conviction in a noisy world - The data behind America's family crisis, and why Christians are actually a reason for hope 🎙️ Watch the full interview on the Hey Dad Podcast --> youtu.be/KbgfCLo8z4M?si=nQTe… Learn how the Church can transform the future for our families --> CCV.org/Hope

Pennsylvania ranks 34th in the nation for family strength with only 53.4 percent of their prime-age adults married, just 61.9 percent of teens raised in intact homes, and a fertility rate that sits at 1.55, well below replacement level. Michael Geer of the PA Family Institute and Kurt Weaver of the PA Church Ambassador Network joined the Morning Light Panel to unpack what this means, and what the Church can do about it. The solution doesn't start in Washington. It starts locally. 📺 Watch the full conversation: youtu.be/i9bY4b7BIlg

Pro-life friends! Save the date to @March_for_Life in Ohio!!! The March this year is Friday October 2nd beginning at 11 am! @CCVPolicy marchforlife.org/ohio/

Ohio leads the nation with $122M spent on preventing out-of-wedlock pregnancies. 🛑 The twist? Only a tiny fraction goes toward promoting marriage and family stability, which is the very foundation kids need to thrive. How are TANF dollars being spent? How can we promote marriage and family stability in a culture that so desperately needs it? Explore the data: ccv.org/news/ohio-spends-122…

CCV Policy Executive Director David Mahan was recently featured in an article on Barrons.com, discussing the growing impact of sports betting trends on children and households. Read the full article here: barrons.com/articles/sports-…

Why do some states have more babies than others? A major factor shows up in the data: religious participation. Frequent church attendance alone explains about 57% of the difference in state fertility rates. States like Utah and Mississippi, with higher attendance, also tend to have higher birth rates. States like Vermont sit on the other end of both measures. It’s one of the clearest correlations in the data. Learn more at: FamilyStructureIndex.org

The #SaveOhioSportsAct would protect Ohio consumers by prohibiting the use of credit cards to place bets. Ohioans will only be able to gamble with funds they possess, helping to reduce gambling-related debts. The majority of Americans agree with our “No Debt to Bet” provision.

The Ohio Senate is considering two opposing bills that will decide who controls your child’s digital life. You need to act immediately to protect Ohio minors. Only Senator Reynolds' bill is supported by Center for Christian Virtue, The Heritage Foundation, and more than 100 other child advocacy groups. SEN. REYNOLDS' APP STORE ACCOUNTABILITY ACT (SB167) ✅  Accurate Information: Apps are accurately age-rated for parental transparency ✅  Age Verification: Requires privacy-preserving age verification, so children are not treated like adults. ✅  Parental Consent: Recognizes that children cannot enter into binding contracts without parental consent. ✅  Enforcement: Includes real enforcement mechanisms and finally holds app stores accountable. ✅  Sen. Reynolds' App Store Accountability Act is led by Child Advocates: Supported by 170 child advocacy groups, including Center for Christian Virtue, The Heritage Foundation, National Center on Sexual Exploitation, Protect Young Eyes Institute for Family Studies, Defend Young Minds, Scrolling2Death, Parents Who Fight, Institute for Families and Technology, Child First Policy Center, American Principles Project, Digital Progress Institute, Utah Parents United, and Project STAND. GOOGLE'S CALIFORNIA-MODELED BILL (SB175) ❌  Accurate Information: Apps are NOT required to have accurate age ratings for parental transparency ❌  Stated Age: Relies on stated age for most apps. Statistically, 30% of children lie about their age online. ❌  Parental Consent: Allows children to enter into binding contracts without parental consent. ❌  Enforcement: Creates legal shields that let app stores and operating systems escape accountability and liability. ❌  Google's California-modeled SB175 (sponsored by Sen. Patton) is led by Big Tech and their Trade Associations. Use the action center to easily contact our Senators! --> ccv.org/advocacy

How do we protect faith and family in 2026? It starts with a strong worldview. 🛡️❤️ Join us at the Essential Summit to equip yourself with insights from an incredible lineup of cultural leaders, including: 🎤 Rosaria Butterfield, Author & Speaker 🎤 Bishop Patrick Wooden, Bishop of Upper Room Church of God in Christ 🎤 Frank Turek, President of CrossExamined 🎤 Matthew Spalding, Vice President and Dean at Hillsdale College 🎤 Aaron Baer, President of Center for Christian Virtue 👥 Bring a friend and save! From now until July 4th, save $50 on your tickets when you purchase 2 or more. 📺 Sneak peek here: youtube.com/watch?v=3hKRdMBV…

Ohioans have wagered more than $26 billion since 2023. That is real money leaving real families across our state, money that could have stayed at kitchen tables instead of sportsbooks. We cannot sit by while gambling interests win at the expense of Ohio families losing everything. It is time to protect our neighbors, our children, and the integrity of athletic competition. Take 60 seconds and contact your lawmaker through CCV’s advocacy portal: ccv.org/advocacy Tell them to stand for Ohio families and support the Save Ohio Sports Act.

This is unbelievable and yet ANOTHER reason Ohio lawmakers need to pass the Save Ohio Sports Act. This guy bet $90,000 - including on games that his team was in - and a Federal judge just overturned his NCAA suspension. Sports betting is going to destroy athletics.

🚨URGENT 🚨 TAKE ACTION TODAY! 🚨 Big Tech corporations are lobbying to strip parents of their authority to protect their children!! The Ohio Senate is considering two opposing bills that will decide who controls your child’s digital life. You need to act immediately to protect Ohio minors. Only Senator Reynolds' bill (SB167) is supported by Center for Christian Virtue, The Heritage Foundation, and more than 100 other child advocacy groups. ✅ APP STORE ACCOUNTABILITY ACT (SB167) ❌ GOOGLE'S CALIFORNIA-MODELED BILL (SB175) Big Tech lobbyists have money, but lawmakers answer to voters. Don't let the opposition drown you out. ‼️Take 60 seconds to easily contact your Ohio Senator using our Action Center. Learn More and Take Action --> ccv.org/news/urgent-big-tech…

What’s happening to the American family? Since 2000, the Family Structure Index has declined from 100 to 87.3. Early on, the drop was driven by delayed marriage. In recent years, declining birth rates have become the primary factor. The trends are shifting and the long-term impact is still unfolding. Learn more: FamilyStructureIndex.org