Mission/Ministry Spotlight

CFI – Christian Friends of Israel | CSB Canada | Lighthouse Harbour Ministries | Bridges for Peace

CFI – Christian Friends of Israel

“And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed…And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; because he was of the house and lineage of David; to be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.” Luke 2:1,3-5. And so it was 2000 years ago that our Saviour was born into the world. Shepherds, and angels, and wise men bringing gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh completed the miraculous story of Christmas which is celebrated yet today! “For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.” Luke 2:11The story of Christmas has not changed nor the fact that God the Father has sent a Saviour into the world to save those who believe in Him. “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.” Luke 2:14 www.cfi-canada.org

CSB Canada

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5–6 is one of the first passages we learn in CSB, and this is how I first memorized it. It isn’t word-perfect, but it taught me something important: what matters most is understanding the truth of the verse and hiding that truth in my heart. Bible translations come and go, but the truth of God’s Word remains true forever. Christian Service Brigade is on a journey. We know God has good plans for us. He has called us with a Holy Calling, for His purpose and grace. We’ve seen the doors that your prayers have opened to us, and we have faced the fears of doubt and money — and pushed through them. Now, the Lord is reminding us to trust in Him and allow Him to direct our paths, making them straight. We have come full circle: from rebuilding the ministry to returning to our primary purpose — building the men within the local church who, in turn, are winning and training boys for Christ. Learn more at www.CSBcan.ca

Lighthouse Harbour Ministries

Seafaring can be a very challenging occupation, especially for a Christian.  A Lighthouse chaplain recently met an Indian crew member, Dante, aboard his ship in Vancouver and had quite an extended discussion with him about some of the challenges that he faces as a result of his work at sea. Dante is a Christian who has been working at sea for many years and is not married.  Although he indicated his desire to have a wife, he has not been able to find someone who would be suitable, he said.  Other seafarers have mentioned to the chaplain that they have had problems finding a suitable mate because of their long employment contracts and resulting limitation this causes in developing relationships.  Whatever the case is for Dante, although he desires to have a wife, this has not been possible to date. The seafarer also communicated his struggle related to his mother’s care in India.  When he is at sea, he experiences anxiety over his aging mother’s well-being and his inability to attend to her needs.  Other members of his family do not seem to be able to offer the assistance that he feels his mom requires and,  thus, Dante feels burdened by her inadequate care. When the chaplain met Dante, he mentioned some challenges to his spiritual life that were wearing on him.  Maintaining a vibrant spiritual life aboard vessels is another extremely difficult challenge for Christian mariners aboard cargo ships.  Not only are these Brothers normally alone in their faith, but they often also face various forms of persecution from unbelievers.  These challengers frequently seem to exert a drain on a healthy walk with the Lord.  While it may seem to an outsider that the obvious solution to the above-mentioned challenges is for a seafarer to stop his or her sea-related career, employment-related alternatives in their home countries, if they exist, do not offer a comparable income that is, often, needed by the seafarer to provide an “above the poverty-line” income level for their families.  So, for many sailors they feel imprisoned by their work life; restricted in their ability to have a normal home-life that many who live and work full-time on land often take for granted.  Dante mentioned that this was an issue that was also weighing on him. During Dante and the chaplain’s meeting, together they looked at God’s Word, shared stories and prayed.  At the close of the their time, the seafarer’s countenance seemed to have improved.  It appeared that the Lord’s promise in Matthew 18:20 had become real for the two brothers.Are you looking to use some of your time to engage in things of eternal value?  Contact Lighthouse regarding volunteer opportunities:  www.sealight.org or e:info@sealight.org.

Bridges for Peace

ISRAEL’S BATTLE FOR TRUTH: CANADIAN EQUIPPING CONFERENCE 2026 | FEBRUARY 25-28, 2026 | WINNIPEG, MANITOBA
We are thrilled to announce our first-ever Canadian conference dedicated to educating, inspiring, and equipping people about Israel — its past, present, and future. This conference is designed to help attendees gain a deeper understanding of Israel’s history, culture, and resilient people, stay updated on current events and challenges facing Israel today, and learn how to love, support, and advocate for Israel in informed and meaningful ways. 
Wednesday, February 25: 7:00pm – 9:30pm
Thursday, February 26: 9:00am – 4:00pm, 7:00pm – 9:30pm
Friday, February 27: 9:00am – 4:00pm (+ Shabbat Dinner at 6:30pm)
Saturday, February 28: 9:00am – 12:00pm
*These times are only estimates to help you plan and are subject to change. We will update the page once the schedule is finalized.
For security purposes, exact venue details will only be shared after registration
FEATURED SPEAKERS: Some of our featured speakers include Rev. Donald James, National Director of Bridges For Peace Canada, Itamar Marcus, Founder and Director of Palestinian Media Watch, and David Nekrutman, Executive Director of The Isaiah Projects. You’ll hear from insightful and experienced speakers who will bring clarity on Israel’s history, culture, and the current issues it faces today. These teachings will help you understand the truth about Israel from both a biblical and real-world perspective. We’ll be announcing more of our speakers and program contributors in the coming months.
The conference will feature inspiring equipping sessions, a special Shabbat Dinner, some special presentations, and more! Final schedules and session details will be sent to all registered participants once confirmed.
To register online, follow this link  https://www.bridgesforpeace.com/event/equipping-conference-2026or for more information, email info@bfpcan.org.