Operation Christmas Child (OCC), a project of Samaritan’s Purse, mobilizes churches and volunteers each fall to pack gift-filled shoeboxes – simple toys, school supplies, and hygiene items – that are delivered to children around the world, alongside a clear, child-friendly presentation of the Christian Gospel. The ministry’s stated purpose is to demonstrate God’s love in a … [Read more...] about Operation Christmas Child: Small Shoeboxes, Big Impact
Mission
Engaging in the mission of the church, to share the good news of Jesus to our neighbours and to the world. Encouraging those who are being persecuted for their faith, and coming alongside those ministering in the name of Jesus.
A new Secretary General at the World Evangelical Alliance
He’s from Nazareth. In recent months, while the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) sought a new secretary general, I bothered the search committee with a suggestion: “Go down to Bethlehem and find a David, someone no one knows, but one the Spirit has appointed.” Smiles greeted my metaphorical reference to the Old Testament story. Well, surprise. They didn’t go to … [Read more...] about A new Secretary General at the World Evangelical Alliance
Persecuted for their Christian Faith
Mozambique Since 2017, Cabo Delgado in northern Mozambique has been a place of unimaginable violence. The region has been repeatedly attacked by militants from al-Shabab, also known as the Islamic State Mozambique (ISM). The brutality has been intense, with beheadings, forced conversions, and entire villages burned to the ground. Thousands have fled their homes, seeking … [Read more...] about Persecuted for their Christian Faith
Mission/Ministry Spotlight
CFI - Christian Friends of Israel | CSB Canada | Lighthouse Harbour Ministries | Salvation Army Kettles | Iron Sharpens Iron Conference | International Christian Response CFI - Christian Friends of Israel Christian Friends of Israel celebrates their 40th Anniversary in Jerusalem, November 4-7, 2025. With a vision and a dream, Ray & Sharon Sanders moved from the … [Read more...] about Mission/Ministry Spotlight
Operation Christmas Child shoebox program helps children around the world
National collection week is Nov. 17-23 Canada’s 2025 Operation Christmas Child shoebox collection season is underway. Individuals, families, churches, businesses, sports teams, and community groups are now packing shoeboxes with toys, school supplies, and hygiene items, plus personal notes and photos, to be delivered to children in need around the world. Operation … [Read more...] about Operation Christmas Child shoebox program helps children around the world