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
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Prayer for the Holy Land
The tragic conflict in the Holy Land has provoked intense anguish, concern, and equally conflicting responses among evangelical Christians around the world. As an organization that represents evangelicals globally, including those in both Israel and Palestine, the World Evangelical Alliance cannot adopt or endorse a political position, but we know that Jesus calls us to pray … [Read more...] about Prayer for the Holy Land
Prioritise mental health, not MAiD, say Canadians
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
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