Nuke Shim was on the verge of 20 when he fell in love with Jesus. He was zealous but aimless in his new faith. Then he met Ray who saw something in him. Over a 2-year period by modeling and
Evangelism and Disciple-Making In Retirement – Nuke
Baptisms
A letter from a VMC pastor … I’m writing to encourage you all. A few years back, I remember a conversation where a friend asked in a moment of discouragement – “Do people still come to faith these days?” It
Pilgrimage PEI 2023 – Montague Christian Church
A prayer that you walk. That’s how Paul Millar, pastor at Montague Christian Church, on Prince Edward Island describes pilgrimage. It’s not something that the church was familiar with, so Paul was appreciative that the elders and congregation were willing
“Lila” – Neighborhood Church Fresno
Lila lives close to Joe and Heidi White, VMC pastors in Fresno, CA. Almost always a little standoffish, not eager for neighbourly chit-chat – she was a hard-to-get-know neighbour. But Joe and Heidi are faithful prayer walkers. After years of
Cambodia Students – Toronto China Bible Church
The country of Cambodia has a tragic past in regards to Pol Pot and the communist Khmer Rouge Party from the 1970’s. Under Pol Pot’s rule, up to two million people died due to starvation, overwork, disease and execution, which
Renovation Funding – Oak Park Church of Christ
In God’s timing, God will provide. This is what Oak Park Church of Christ in Calgary, AB is learning and rejoicing in. For a few years now, Oak Park Church of Christ had been wondering about expansion. Probably a bigger
Prime Time Pastor – Bow Valley Christian Church
When Bow Valley Christian Church in Calgary, AB looked around and realized they probably had over 100 people in the age demographic of 60+, it made sense to dedicate a staff person to that particular area. Sandra Osborne had been
Zoom Bible Study
A pastor noted his desire for more Jesus-conversation. He wondered what God might be inviting him into. He found himself thinking about two family members who live across the country. Maybe they would want to engage in some thoughtful conversation
Joy and Kindness in Retirement
Joy and kindness. These were two themes as I talked with Jon and Joyce from Edmonton, AB about ministry and retirement. Jon said he was surprised how much joy he has experienced – whether it’s greeting people at church or
Generosity – Scarborough Chinese Bible Church
Talking to Pastor Silas of Scarborough Chinese Bible Church, he notes the paradigm shift that God invites his people into – from getting ahead and making lots of money to seeing money as something that can be used for the