Conservative Rob Moore signaled a possible new direction in parliament when he rose to introduce a motion fast-tracking the anti-conversion therapy ban. The 11-page bill (C-4), introduced on November 29th, was the Liberal’s third iteration at the legislation after the first effort died when Parliament was prorogued in 2020 and the second version died when an election was called … [Read more...] about Bill C-4 banning conversion therapy
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A clash of cultures
When Jesus stepped into his world it was inevitable that there would be a clash of cultures. The faith he established was a boulder tossed into the pond of traditional Judaistic faith and traditional Roman/Greek thought and culture. The ripples are still being felt. Through the centuries alternate philosophies and cultures have resisted and fought to re-establish themselves … [Read more...] about A clash of cultures
Community news – March 19, 2021
Community News - March 19, 2021: BC court maintains prohibition on in-person religious services; Alberta Pastor Coates released; Bill C6 has little support among Canadians BC Supreme Court strikes down Orders restricting outdoor protests, but maintains prohibition on in-person religious servicesVANCOUVER: The Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms is pleased with … [Read more...] about Community news – March 19, 2021
Deliberations over Bill C-6
January 25 may mark the final days of uncertainty for parents and pastors over Bill C-6. The Justice Committee has finished its review and forwarded the conversion therapy bill, with recommended changes, back to the House of Commons. The Evangelical Fellowship of Canada encourages citizens to contact MPs over the break. David Cooke, of the Campaign Life Coalition, … [Read more...] about Deliberations over Bill C-6
Transformed by the power of Jesus
Wilna van Beek is clear in her stance when she says “I am a former lesbian transformed by the power of Jesus. Her book, When Gay Comes Home is a practical guide for families dealing with issues of sexuality. Van Beek claims that being able to sit and talk with her pastor and his wife in a safe and trusted environment “gave me the opportunity to voice all my … [Read more...] about Transformed by the power of Jesus