Jared Siebert will be leading a conference in Surrey later this month (see below). In the meantime, he has given permission to re-post this comment. The current situation the Canadian church finds itself in could be called a crisis. But…
Ron Reed has crafted a powerful play focused on the relationship between two of the 20th century’s most influential writers. Tolkien is the play’s name, but it could have been Tolkien-Lewis (apart from awkwardness) because so much of it is based…
Yes, the two can co-exist with a little understanding and goodwill. With any freedom comes the responsibility to execute that freedom wisely. Academic freedom is no different. While some would like to think academic freedom is synonymous with no restrictions…
Vancouver Cantata Singers are celebrating their 60th anniversary with Kantatefeier: A Cantata Celebration. They say: We present you our favourite Bach Cantatas and Motets plus a special anniversary commission by BC composer, Jocelyn Morlock. Bach wrote over 200 cantatas and six…
Sunscreen and splash toys, bug spray and BBQs remind us that summertime is fast approaching. But for some, the rising temperatures are part of a controversy that, for good reason, simply won’t melt away. The Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) issue…
Vancouver has changed dramatically over the past 50 years. Everyone knows that, but it is not until one looks at specific leaders or movements that the message really sinks in. A new documentary about a radical civic politician and a…
Church in Surrey & White Rock: The Untold Story will be launched June 16 at Regent Christian Academy. In the meantime, here is an excerpt from the chapter ‘Church and Community Ministry and Cooperation,’ by Lloyd Mackey and Frank Bucholtz. Surrey…
Every year World Vision Canada hosts a Church Leaders Forum in several cities across Canada. Keith Stewart will lead the gathering at Christian Life Assembly in Langley, April 25. The pastor of Springcreek Church and author of We Were Wrong will speak about ‘The 5 Conversions of the Church: Waking…
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…
The role of churches and other faith-based ministries in the social, economic, governance and health of Surrey and White Rock is the focus of a soon-to-be released book co-authored by several long-time observers of life in the two cities. Church…