Second hand clothes and a friendly little “unique boutique” shop. Clothing and accessories for the whole family. Free to anyone who needs them. Share Wear is the popular clothing ministry operated by Elmvale Community Church in Ontario. Donations are received
an eager response – Elmvale Community Church
Mental health issues increased significantly during the pandemic. Anxiety. Depression. Eating disorders. Elmvale Community Church had their ear to the ground and wanted to respond to this need. Trent Simons, a psychotherapist, follower of Jesus and part of Elmvale Community
God at work – Don Valley Bible Chapel
John de Los Santos became a Christian in his late teens and was mentored under Pastor Matt Craig at Don Valley Bible Chapel. As he grew in his faith, he realized he had a heart for youth and wanted to
the Holy Spirit at work – Ontario
Adrenalin, hard work, putting in extra hours.This is what we’ve been told about getting a job done.And often these things may open up new opportunities for leaders. However, the Spirit can do this so easily. When a church leader in
a perfect fit – Hillside Church
“When it opens, I’m here.” For the past few months, that was Shane’s prayer as he drove by the Hillside Church building on the way to work.As Shane and Yvonne sensed the Spirit leading them into something new, they wondered
Bach’s Lament
When the news of the unmarked graves hit the headlines this spring, one church leader who lives near the Six Nations of the Grand River territory in Brantford, ON decided to lament.With her cello and Bach’s Lament for the Children
Change
Sometimes we choose change.And sometimes change is thrust upon us. These last couple of years have forced churches to rethink many things.Sunday morning services.Community as the body of Christ.Small groups.Community engagement. Using Brian Sander’s talks (available through video) from VMC’s
Intentional Wondering – Grace Bible Chapel
As Grace Bible Chapel looks ahead to what church might look like in the near future they are not aimlessly wandering.Instead, they are intentionally entering a season of wondering. Wondering how God’s kingdom can break through in new ways around
Courage – Madison Eckert
Maybe you’ve heard it said that limitations foster creativity. Well, during COVID, we’ve certainly had some limitations.For people like Madison, the extra time and space gave birth to something new. Madison purposefully reached out to the interesting and inspiring people
small things – North Park Community Church
Sometimes we can’t do big things.But we can usually do small things.Small things with great love. Which is exactly what the folks at North Park Community Church were thinking when they reached out to all the teachers at their local