When U.S. President Donald Trump announced he would name a new pro-life justice for the Supreme Court, critics called it the launch of a new “War Against Women.” One columnist summed it up fatefully: “If abortion is illegal, women will die and… Read more →
Tag Archive for life
Around Town: Forgiven/Forgotten, But If Not, spirituality at school, United Prayer
by Flyn Ritchie • • 0 Comments
For many years I have admired the way Mennonites champion restorative justice. Whenever you hear about citizens working with prisoners, or ex-prisoners, or Victim-Offender projects, or mediation . . . you’ll always find Mennonites in the mix. The latest manifestation… Read more →
Federal government options on assisted suicide
by Bruce Clemenger • • 0 Comments
I was in a meeting recently when someone argued the Supreme Court’s decision to allow assisted suicide in certain circumstances was the “law of the land,” and we have no choice but to make it available. Actually there are several… Read more →
Voting and the kingdom of God
by Mark Glanville • • 1 Comment
At the polling booth this election Christ-followers can be guided by the biblical story, which unfolds Christ’s restoring purposes for the world. Christians are not directionless when it comes to politics, for we have a script to orientate us. Scripture… Read more →
Supreme Court’s decision for assisted suicide disappointing, too broad
by Flyn Ritchie • • 1 Comment
The Supreme Court of Canada decided unanimously February 6 that doctors may lawfully help competent adults, who are grievously and irremediably ill, to end their lives. The court gave the federal and provincial governments 12 month to respond with legislation.… Read more →