Three local groups have developed an important new resource for churches that want to support their neighbours. A Table for All is a 90-page “toolkit for community meals in a framework of food justice.” Karen Giesbrecht and Winston Green of…
We like to say that as Christians, as kingdom people, we live in the ‘already, and not yet.’ The kingdom of God is at hand – already we are saved and set apart, being sanctified; we repent of sins, follow…
A local church has again released its unique calendar, which “unfolds the Christian year through scripture, liturgical colour and artwork.” Salt of the Earth: A Christian Seasons Calendar is a ministry of University Hill Congregation on the UBC campus. Here…
On Good Friday, President Joe Biden issued a proclamation honouring “the extraordinary courage and contributions of transgender Americans” for the Transgender Day of Visibility on March 31, which was also Easter Sunday. Negative reaction was swift. Republican Speaker of the…
First United tweeted February 13: “Our comprehensive law reform platform is now available to view! It’s based in part on findings from our #BCEvictionMap project and outlines evidence-based recommendations to strengthen tenant protections. Read the full report here. Following is…
The Vatican announced December 18 that Catholic priests can administer blessings to same-sex couples – and the news was widely reported worldwide. CBC Radio’s As it Happens responded that evening by posting an upbeat Q&A with Fr. James Martin. They noted,…
Earlier this year, Tyler Dunlop gained international attention for all the wrong reasons. He was the ‘Homeless, hopeless Orillia man’ [OrilliaMatters, January 23, 2023] who was seeking euthanasia. Now, he hopes to make a similar impact for all the right…
Carey Theological College has offered students accommodation on the UBC campus for many decades. They, along with St. Andrew’s Hall, are listed on UBC’s approved options for campus housing. Carey and St. Andrew’s have, of course, also been concerned with…
Metro Vancouver Alliance (MVA) is back. A lively assemblage of delegates representing a wide range of groups gathered at the Jewish Community Centre Sunday afternoon (April 23), making it clear they are keen to get active again. Maria Fe Infante…
Creating Conversation is a weekly editorial, curated by the Centre for Missional Leadership (CML), which gives opportunity for people to speak about issues they believe are vital for the church in Vancouver. One of the goals of this weekly article is…