The 55th Annual MCC Festival for World Relief, held September 13-14 at TRADEX, was a tremendous success. Victoria Ninaber, Director of Advancement for MCC BC said, “Our community united to raise vital funds, making a profound impact on the lives of over 44,500 people in need. We are deeply grateful for the generous support and excited to see these contributions go towards … [Read more...] about Western Canada’s largest Mennonite festival draws thousands
Community
Creating community; belonging, connecting and supporting one another, celebrating the joys, and facing and overcoming the challenges in our common life together.
Living Room support remembered
In the early part of this century, there was often little understanding about mental health in many Churches. People suffering from depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorders were sometimes made to feel ashamed – considered to be lacking spiritually. Many believers ended up leaving, not getting the support they needed. In 2006, the first Living Room peer support group for … [Read more...] about Living Room support remembered
British Columbia: Extending a 20-year legacy with New Hope in Motion
Christina Liu just passed her fifth month as executive director of New Hope Community Services. She’s tasked with expanding doors for refugees, navigating insurance claims from a fire last year, and providing new energy and incentives for stakeholders moving forward. “Christina brings a wealth of experience from the organizations she has worked for in the past, both in donor … [Read more...] about British Columbia: Extending a 20-year legacy with New Hope in Motion
Living Stones: Being built into a spiritual house
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
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.