Read her husband’s testimony My name is Joy. People often say that I live up to it, although life has sobered me some and, unfortunately, I probably laugh less and carry more burdens than I used to. I’m the wife of a pastor, the daughter of missionaries and mom to five children, two of whom […]
Changing seasons – discovering the bittersweet nature of sorrow.
You’re strolling along one of the dykes winding through the picturesque tidal flats in Richmond, BC, and happen upon a dad and mom frolicking with their five children. The squeals of laughter punctuating the air might lead you to conclude: “That family has it made.” Ironically, it is another, more foreboding proverb that rings true: […]
Cynthia’s Life Story: Broken Promises
“Did you hear? Your Dad and Teddy are dead.” My world came to a grinding halt on October 21,1972. Memories of our family once rich in love faded as darkness overtook my life. Loneliness, anger and depression led me to ask questions a 15 year old doesn’t usually ponder at this time in life. How […]
Dying Well
“It was a great game.” Bing Crosby, who collapsed after sinking a final putt on a golf course in Spain. (1904-1977) “O my God! It is over. I have come to the end of it-the end, the end. To have only one life, and to have done with it! To have lived, and loved, and […]
Manners Lady, Canadian leaders promote National Manners Month
“Manners matter and character counts!” That’s the message of Judi Vankevich, AKA Judi the Manners Lady, Canada’s award-winning recording artist and family entertainer who is sweeping North America and capturing children’s hearts with her exciting music and vital message of kindness and respect — especially this month as families, schools, churches and communities celebrate ‘National […]
The need for a father
The recent shooting death of 11-year-old Ephraim Brown in Toronto, allegedly as a result of a conflict between rival gangs, was a needless tragedy. [1] Our thoughts, prayers and hearts go out to his family as they mourn and grieve their loss. Without a doubt, this event will forever change their lives. Unfortunately, we have […]
Crohns, control & Christ (Part 2)
In 2001 Carole, who did not grow up with a religious background, had a powerful encounter with God — which has changed her life. She attends a Roman Catholic church in Regina. (Read Part 1) … I spent Holy Thursday in my hospital bed, feeling very much at peace. I was thinking of everyone from […]
Be truthful and create trust – part 2
Read ‘Be truthful and create trust’ – part 1 “He who rebukes a man will find more favour than he who flatters with the tongue.” I wrote last week about speaking with candor in our work place (or at church), but with a large dose of love and sensitivity. In the church world it may […]
Life, as it should be
Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Matthew 6:10 This petition is certainly the underlying prayer of the contemplative life. Thy will be done… and let it begin with me. When every person on earth reflects these words we will live as a multitude of perfectly orchestrated expressions of God in […]
Remembering Pastor Joy Gregory
Pastor Joy Gregory — November 2, 1959 – June 9, 2007 CanadianChristianity would like to honor the memory and ministry of Joy Gregory, pastor of the Joy Fellowship for many years. The Joy Fellowship is an interdenominational ministry in Vancouver, which has as its specific concern the needs of people with mental or physical disabilities. […]
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