“Our neighbourhoods are in a continual state of change. God is sending the nations to our cities and as Christ-followers embedded in local churches we are, at times, overwhelmed in how to respond.” Dr. John Fuder will provide some guidance… Read more →
Culture
‘Our Whole Society’ drew together a unique group of religious thinkers
by Lloyd Mackey • • 3 Comments
Participants from various religious, spiritual and secular backgrounds engaged in conversations in lecture theatres and corridors at UBC Robson Square, over a three-day period earlier this week. They focused on the interests of “bridging the religious-secular divide” and working for… Read more →
City, Culture
Literary Landmarks illustrate Vancouver’s wealth of writers
by Flyn Ritchie • • 0 Comments
The Vancouver Public Library and BC BookWorld have joined forces to install permanent literary plaques around the city. The Literary Landmarks project was launched with 26 authors this month; more will be added next year. Some of the featured authors… Read more →
Culture
Making sense of ISIS: Is it Islamic or not?
by Paul Martindale • • 0 Comments
A group of Canadian Muslim imams and scholars recently issued a fatwa against ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Syria), saying that its violent ideology is a violation of Islamic practice. On behalf of 38 leaders, Syed Soharwardy presented the… Read more →
Justice
Training for justice: Responding to the call of a new generation
by Andy Harrington • • 0 Comments
JustUs is all about justice. Wellspring and The Elevation Project are partnering to offer a JustUs Training Conference for young people who want to engage in justice issues, March 28 at First Christian Reformed Church of Vancouver. Andy Harrington, CEO… Read more →