This weekend seems like an excellent time to gather at the American border to “stand alongside refugee claimants who continue to navigate dangerous and uncertain border realities.” And that is exactly what will be happening. A Border Walk & Prayer…
Tens of thousands of Iranians live in Metro Vancouver and all of them are focused on their homeland. That includes members of five Iranian churches and many who are scattered through other churches. Ahmad Zeividavi, founder and Executive Director of…
When I look back over the past year, I’d say the glass is more than half full – at least as far as the Christian community in Metro Vancouver is concerned. There are so many signs of good will, hope…
Mission Fest has weathered some storms and has carried on – earlier this year and again next February – in Chilliwack. It’s well worth the drive for those of us who live in Metro Vancouver. But for those who can’t,…
June 20 is World Refugee Day 2025, and local groups are recognizing that fact in several ways. This is a good time to remember the leading role that Christians, churches and their networks have taken in welcoming refugees – both…
Cardus released a report April 24 which suggests that “governments can help immigrants succeed in Canada by reaching out to faith communities.” Cardus is a non-partisan think tank “formed by the teachings of Jesus and by the Christian social thought…
Brad Kinnie posted this comment on his LinkedIn page recently. It is re-posted here by permission. In Canada and the United States, there is a lot of news and misinformation relating to migrants and asylum seekers. I am so thankful…
Okay, it’s a bit early for Christmas content – but not for the Salvation Army, which is busy organizing its annual Christmas Kettle teams. Donations made during the Christmas season are very important for all their ongoing good works. Following…
On a February Saturday morning this past year, more than 85 people gathered to explore how their churches could provide more housing for refugee claimants. In March, over 160 people gathered to share ideas for how they could develop their…
Members of several groups and churches will meet for Refugee Housing Crisis: Developing a Response February 3. Dena Nicolai is inviting wide participation, including those who might be a bit skeptical. In my theological tradition, we sometimes talk about “square…