As we enter Advent 2024 we experience a second Christmas where war in Israel dominates our headlines, and a third Christmas with full-scale war in Ukraine. In Christian churches we light candles of love, joy, peace, and hope and hear familiar scriptures about a Prince of Peace and yearn with the beautiful twelfth century hymn, O Come, O Come Emmanuel. Will this just be part of … [Read more...] about Journey of Peace: An Invitation to an Advent Tour
Community
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March4Jesus in Surrey
Back on the streets for the 4th Annual event It has been five years since the last annual March4Jesus in Surrey and this year they were back on the streets and in the park. The marchers began the 1 km walk along University Drive to Holland Park where they were greeted by the Caribou Hill Marching Band. It was a full day of worship and praise with a variety of languages and … [Read more...] about March4Jesus in Surrey
The Ridge Church – Partnering for Winter Shelter and HUB Ministries
A temporary winter shelter with 30 beds has started at Ridge Church in addition to the HUB ministries on their property in Maple Ridge. Open from October 1 to April 30, community members needing a warm, dry place to rest at night will have a secure and safe place to be. The space is open from 9 pm until 7 am every day. Dayna Olson-Brooks, pastor of Community & … [Read more...] about The Ridge Church – Partnering for Winter Shelter and HUB Ministries
Western Canada’s largest Mennonite festival draws thousands
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
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