The Peace and Reconciliation Network (PRN) is hosting Dr. Salim Munayer during an Advent tour of southern BC – The Journey of Peace. He will be speaking at several locations in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley December 3 –…
First United Church is in the midst of a major redevelopment – and they want to make sure the final result visually represents the local community. The church has been serving their Downtown Eastside neighbourhood for nearly 140 years. Here…
The Hobbit as a two-man show? Seems a major challenge – and Pacific Theatre’s brief description of the play doesn’t make it seem any less so: Two actors, and a dragon’s hoard of theatre magic, bring JRR Tolkien’s storytelling masterpiece…
What the Bible Says About Work . . . Business As Mission . . . Entrepreneurial Leaders Organization . . . Evangelicals on the Job – we hear a lot about Christians in the marketplace these days. Times have changed.…
On October 23, Vancouver City Councillor Rebecca Bligh introduced a motion that could present significant opportunities for churches across Vancouver. This motion – ‘Unlocking Community Potential: Collaborating with Faith-Based Groups for Affordable Housing and Social Impact in Vancouver’ – reflects…
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…
This week I’m impressed by all the welcoming initiatives around Metro Vancouver – and the wide range of invitations extended – to refugees, neighbours, homeless, hungry, First Nations, politicians, the community and spiritual seekers. Here are some of the events…
Roman Catholic Archbishop Michael Miller is no doubt quite preoccupied these days, as he is taking part in the second session of the Synod on Synodality (‘Second Session of the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops in…
Okay, it’s a bit early for Christmas content – but not for the Salvation Army, which is busy organizing its annual Christmas Kettle teams. Donations made during the Christmas season are very important for all their ongoing good works. Following…
Dear Church and Christian Leaders in Richmond, I’m writing today to see if other people of faith, in the Church of Richmond and beyond, would like to join our call to respond to the tone and actions of some in…