In recent years it has become commonplace in the church to speak of the church as a ‘community of faith’ and to refer to congregations as ‘faith communities.’ I suspect that this shift in language has been made in order…
Four church properties will undergo major redevelopment as a result of an agreement between the United Church and the provincial government to create more affordable housing. At a news conference April 13, Premier John Horgan announced that the provincial government will work with.the BC…
While Jesus Christ Superstar has taken centre stage around North America again over the past few weeks, Metro Vancouver will have the opportunity to enjoy its own unique Christian rock musical this weekend. Forever & Ever (The New Jerusalem Project) will…
NBA player Jeremy Lin made a couple of high profile public appearances before he heads back to the east coast later this week. The Brooklyn Nets guard oversaw a basketball skills competition, gave his testimony and responded to questions before…
Local members of International Student Ministries Canada (ISMC) will host their annual ISMC Fellowship Fundraiser Breakfast April 14 at New Westminster Christian Reformed Church to celebrate what is happening on local campuses and share what is ahead. (Seating is limited; RSVP by April 8.) This article from…
The question of how Christians can wisely engage in the political issues of our times is more complex, nuanced – and important – than ever before. What does it look like for each one of us to stand up for, to advocate for,…
Peter Biggs of The Light Magazine is researching one Metro Vancouver / Fraser Valley municipality each month, and producing a focus on each one. The April issue features the North Shore. The North Shore is revered for its natural beauty. Mountains and wilderness are…
There will be several multi-church Easter gatherings around Vancouver. Here are some I have heard about: Downtown Eastside Several churches in the Downtown Eastside will gather for worship on Good Friday, 10:30 am at the Japanese Hall. Stay after for a potluck…
In 2013, Dan Gowe did an anonymous survey with a group of 18 to 25 year old men at a local evangelical church. Eighteen of the 20 men admitted to having a problem with pornography. Similar surveys have shown that over half…
Vancouver Foundation is offering Neighbourhood Small Grants from $50 to $500 “to support projects that bring people together, share skills and knowledge, build a sense of belonging and responsibility, and respect and celebrate diversity.” One example of effective neighbourhood-reaching on…