More than eight in ten Canadians agree that euthanasia and assisted suicide eligibility “should not be expanded without improving access to mental health care first.” That finding comes from a public opinion survey by the Angus Reid Institute in partnership with Cardus. The same poll also found: 88 percent agree that those with mental illness should be offered all treatment … [Read more...] about Prioritise mental health, not MAiD, say Canadians
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Maple Ridge Christian School: The case for Christian schools
by Chantell Olsson-Chang As housing prices have soared in the Vancouver area, families have moved east in search of affordable homes. Maple Ridge has experienced significant growth in this demographic, which has put strain on existing schools in the area. Maple Ridge Christian School (MRCS) is responding to this need. Stacy Sowerby relocated from a nearby community to … [Read more...] about Maple Ridge Christian School: The case for Christian schools
Ignite Vancouver 2023: Summit of prayer and worship
Are you hungry for unity, to pray for revival and see churches come alive in prayer? Pastors David Koop of Coastal Church and Darin Latham of Broadway Church are hosting ‘Ignite: Cultivating United Prayer Across Canada’. This gathering will include a free prayer and worship seminar and summit in Vancouver, November 17 at Broadway Church. Ignite is being co-sponsored by … [Read more...] about Ignite Vancouver 2023: Summit of prayer and worship
International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church
With files from Voice of the Martyrs Canada and Alan Doerksen of Intercede International Jesus made it very clear that to follow Him means denying ourselves and taking up our cross (Matthew 16:24). It means being hated by the world (John 15:18-19), enduring persecution and suffering (2 Timothy 3:12), and even losing our lives (Matthew 16:25). When we feel afraid to accept … [Read more...] about International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church
Dr. Steve Brown: The ethics of leadership
By Drs. Ed Hird and Gordon Dirks Over the last two decades serving with Arrow Leadership, Steve Brown has walked alongside, equipped and encouraged thousands of leaders across Canada, USA and the world. A gifted story-teller, Brown ‘s heartbeat is developing Jesus-centred leaders. This means being led more by Jesus, leading more like Jesus, and leading more to … [Read more...] about Dr. Steve Brown: The ethics of leadership