Many churches occupy old buildings on valuable property in the urban cores of big cities across North America. Some of them are renewing their facilities, and their relevance – often with the help of financially-savvy faith-based partners. This week we…
Would you like to help faith communities deal with issues related to mental health recovery? Sanctuary Mental Health Ministries works to meet the needs of people living with mental illness – and will hold training sessions later this month for…
The inevitable question I’m asked when one knows I’ve been with the Pope is, “And what is he like?” Here are some personal observations from a recent visit. Impressions in the first moments so frame how we see an individual.…
Steve Bell will join Regent prof Bruce Hindmarsh for a free public lecture July 9 on Hymns and the Christian Spirit: A Short History of Song and Devotion. Following are some of his thoughts on psalms, music-making, culture and creativity.…
Three pastors at St. Peter’s Fireside have responded in detail to an article by Vancouver Sun spirituality reporter Douglas Todd. One needn’t agree with everything they say to appreciate their 12-day, 10-article marathon. I personally am grateful for the initiative…
Union Gospel Mission is a particularly busy place these days. At Summer Connect, on Wednesday (June 18), they hosted 40 other agencies offering a variety of free services, and next Wednesday (June 25) they will open their newly renovated building…
On August 18, Inner Hope Youth Ministries will open its second home, providing housing, life skills mentoring, practical support and discipleship to dozens of at-risk youth living in East Vancouver. Through the years, Inner Hope – developed by longtime East…