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
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
With another birthday passing, middle age is mostly in the review mirror. I’m not ancient, but the vigour and enthusiasm of my 20s are MIA. Like me, you might wonder what making a meaningful difference looks like in the years
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
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. 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
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
Please read this encouraging testimony from Jesus Network of a recent Afghan refugee. Adib and his family were forced to leave Afghanistan due to their faith in Jesus. After arriving in India, Adib worked with Pastor Obed and Pastor Ahmad
Imagine a group of people over the age of 50 in your church who intentionally want to serve and get to know young families! Community Bible Church near Lucan, ON has a Legacy Ministry who does this very thing. Teaming
Last fall, Brian Jose, pastor of Village Church in Newcastle, ON, spent time with a small group of church planters led by Matt Pamplin. He was encouraged by their zeal, thoughtfulness, and prophetic prayer for one another. After 40 years