Bethel Music has become a dominant force worldwide in the arena of worship music. And their touring team will be at the Pacific Coliseum next week (June 9). There is little doubt that the majority of churches in Vancouver sing…
‘Bloom Where You’re Planted.’ Regent College has always made a point of teaching, training and equipping people to live out their faith in their daily lives. Sometimes the talk has been stronger than the walk. But my impression is that…
Two resource guides featuring poetry, songs, reflections and more have been produced by Regent Exchange for both Lent and Easter. Conor Wilkerson of Regent College’s Alumni Office wrote: As we move through Lent, it once again feels quite poignant to be…
This is my first ‘local books’ round-up of 2024, and I’m already way behind. I posted five such updates last year – Metro Vancouver / Fraser Valley authors are really doing their job! This week I will look at 11…
In his brand new book – Improvising Church: Scripture as the Source of Harmony, Rhythm and Soul (IVP, February 13, 2024) – Regent College scholar and accomplished jazz pianist Mark Glanville plays with a metaphor of improvisation to chart 12…
Pastors need true friends, but they can be hard to find. This hopeful reflection is written by organizers of The Gathering (June 2 – 3 at Regent College), which will be focused around this topic. For pastoral leaders, genuine friendships…
Islamophobia is a major problem in Canada. Or is it? Depends who you ask. A March 13 study by the Angus Reid Institute is titled ‘Islamophobia in Canada: Four mindsets indicate negativity is nationwide, most intense in Quebec.’ British Columbians…
Regent College professor Mark Glanville wrote the lead article for the most recent issue of the International Journal for Religious Freedom (IJRF). Following are some excerpts from ‘A biblical ethic of kinship for people on the move.’ The great evangelical…
Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, recently announced there will be a review of how the province has handled the pandemic. A March 16 provincial release began: The Province is launching an independent review and public consultation…
Last year I posted an article about the abundant crop of books written by professors at local Christian institutions. This year I will include non-academic books. Not that the number of quality of academic books has declined, it’s just that…