The First reading of the 104 pages of Bill 63, during the First Session of Canada’s 44th Parliament on February 26, 2024, seemed well-intentioned. The Bill purported to amend the Criminal Code, the Canadian Human Rights Act, and An Act respecting the mandatory reporting of Internet child pornography by persons providing Internet service…”. The problem with legislation is always … [Read more...] about The hidden dangers of Bill-63
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.
MAiD expansion paused
Canada is still not ready for Medical Assistance in Dying expanded legislation to cover those struggling with mental health issues alone, that decision is on pause for now. For a second time since the original 2016 ruling by the Superior Court of Quebec opened up the door to those whose death was not reasonably foreseeable, the outcry from Canadians and medical professionals … [Read more...] about MAiD expansion paused
Is Christmas saved from being labeled racist?
Did the Bloc Quebecois just save Christmas? It appears that the House of Commons says yes, when they unanimously adopted a motion rejecting a new report vilifying Christmas as currently celebrated. Block Quebecois Leader, Yves-Francois Blanchet, raised the issue when, in question period, he asked “Is Christmas racist?” His effort was not without context. According to a … [Read more...] about Is Christmas saved from being labeled racist?
The Shepherd’s Fields
You wouldn’t know it now, but a year ago, as we stood in the West Bank among the fields of Bethlehem, it felt like there could be peace on earth and good will to men. The sounds around us didn’t include the thundering of tanks and the booming of artillery. It didn’t include the shuffling of soldiers or the panic of civilians fearful for their lives. It didn’t include the … [Read more...] about The Shepherd’s Fields
Deep Discipleship for Dark Days
– A Manual for Holding Fast to What is Good (Paul Dirks) Book review by Jack A. Taylor How does a follower of Jesus manage the seismic shifts in our western culture in a relevant and timely way? How do we prepare our next generations to apply Scriptural principles to their everyday life? Paul Dirks lays a strong foundation through his book, Deep Discipleship for Dark … [Read more...] about Deep Discipleship for Dark Days