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
Jack Taylor
Jack Taylor served as a missionary for 18 years in Kenya and as a pastor of a multi-cultural church in Vancouver for 23 years. He is the founder of New Hope Community Services Society and currently works as the academic coordinator between Trinity Western University and Kurumbuka Leadership Solutions in Rwanda. He is the author of 23 books (see some at jackataylor.com). He is also a credentialed marriage coach (1heartcoaching.com). He has been married to Gayle for 48 years.
Pilgrim Book and Bible journey ends after 46 years
“You just know when it’s time. You feel it in your gut,” says Greg Wasmuth. The stock of books, bibles, music, movies, greeting cards, trinkets and artwork at Pilgrim Book and Bible is definitely dwindling as the 35% off signs sway from the breeze brought in by another customer looking for last chance bargains. Greg greets each person as if they were his best friend, and it is … [Read more...] about Pilgrim Book and Bible journey ends after 46 years
Global and growing – TWU embraces multi-access learning
All five local campuses of Trinity Western are primed and ready to pursue innovation and reinvention like never before. Surging out of the creative hearts and minds of faculty, staff and students, reimagined learning centres celebrate a vital, multi-access, global, Christian University finding strength during adversity. Students from 70 countries access the university’s … [Read more...] about Global and growing – TWU embraces multi-access learning
Dear Child of God, you are unrepeatable
When the divine creator intentionally knit you together in your mother’s womb to be a one of a kind, unrepeatable, unique masterpiece designed to do his specific work (Psalms 139:15; Ephesians 2:10) there isn’t a human being alive who formed a better mold than you. Your family of origin, your tones and talents, your experiences and expressions, your bents and brokenness – it … [Read more...] about Dear Child of God, you are unrepeatable
Refreshing at midife with CREST
Seventy-Five percent of leaders flatline after midlife (40+). This reality, in 2002, gave birth to CREST as a place where leaders can flourish. Three hundred individuals have responded to the opportunity so far. The learning experience sets up a unique journey of deep reflection, wise input and courageous output. Dr. Dan Reinhardt, in Calgary, was at the top of his game at … [Read more...] about Refreshing at midife with CREST