Jasper, sapphire, emerald, chrysolite, topaz, amethyst. These are just a few of the precious stones that make up the foundation of the holy city in the Revelation. Can you imagine? Gorgeous, full of colour, sparkling, solid and reflecting the beauty of our Creator God who made it all. What a sight that will be! Peter in his first letter says that we as the … [Read more...] about Living Stones: Being built into a spiritual house
Community
Creating community; belonging, connecting and supporting one another, celebrating the joys, and facing and overcoming the challenges in our common life together.
60 years for Baptist Housing.
People are the heart of our ministry. Marc Kinna, President and Chief Executive Officer of Baptist Housing, says “our ministry exists following after the compassion and love of Jesus for the world, compelling us to do likewise in loving those who need housing, care, and restoration of their souls.” Some 2,750 seniors reside comfortably in the 21 living communities located … [Read more...] about 60 years for Baptist Housing.
British Columbia: Changes for ACTS at TWU
If things go according to plan, the ACTS consortium at TWU will cease to function as of May 1, 2026 and students will transition their education to a newly formed Trinity Western University School of Theology. Accreditation is being sought by TWU and efficiencies are being considered in conversations between the seminaries. Transitioning the accreditation from … [Read more...] about British Columbia: Changes for ACTS at TWU
Delta Hospice Society – Every life a gift
Angela Ireland (President of DHS) and Dr. Will Johnson teamed up together to reaffirm the life of the Delta Hospice Society in a Youtube video titled The Story of Euthanasia. Johnson has been fighting the onslaught of euthanasia now for 30 years and Ireland led a two-year battle to save the organization from a hostile takeover by activists. During that struggle the society grew … [Read more...] about Delta Hospice Society – Every life a gift
Joining the civility revolution
Canadians used to be known for how polite and kind we were. We were famous for saying sorry, and putting others first. Have you noticed that many of us seem to becoming a lot ruder and insensitive? The COVID lockdowns didn’t help. It often brought out the worst in people and forced many into lonely isolation. What can we do about the anger and nastiness that seems … [Read more...] about Joining the civility revolution