This is my third local books round-up of 2025, covering 11 new books from the local Christian community. Again there is a range of topics. The write-ups are primarily from Amazon and publisher / author sites. Mariam Kamell Kovalishyn: The New Testament…
Students, staff and faculty at Trinity Western University (TWU) have, over the past 20 years, welcomed young students from the wider community to learn more about environmental stewardship and creation care. A recent article on the TWU site states: Science…
It’s been seven years since Fiona Dalton moved to Canada from the United Kingdom to take the position of CEO and president of Providence Health Care, and she still recalls her shock during a tour of Providence sites at how…
Bernice Gerard (1923 – 2008) was one of a kind – a Pentecostal preacher, a feminist, a talk show host, a politician and an ecumenist. Vancouver Sun religion (and more) columnist Douglas Todd put her right at the top of…
As we move through ‘June-uary,’ many Vancouverites are looking forward to heading out on vacation – to one of our many islands or simply to a local beach. If you’re like me, one of the most important accessories on these…
Several local churches joined congregations across the nation last Sunday (June 8) as part of Baptize Canada. The purpose: Baptize Canada represents a historic opportunity for churches across our nation to unite in celebration of new life in Christ. On…
Congregation members and well-wishers filled First Baptist Church May 25, for a commissioning and celebration service. They returned to their property following five years of redevelopment – seismic and other upgrades, along with the addition of social housing and the…