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Classic ReBoot: From Transition to Transformation
Transitioning to life in Canada after years spent abroad can feel like stepping into a new world. Malik shares some stories of transformation from Classic ReBoot 2024.
I Call It Heresy!
Can we be a disciple of Jesus Christ without a transformation in who we are and how we behave? In this series of blogs, Dr. John B. MacDonald challenges us to look through the lens of Matthew'...
Transformation. When Pigs Fly.
Transformation is a popular topic. People want to transform their bodies with exercise and diet, or their lifestyle with a new career path. Often it seems like those changes never stick. ...
The Multi-Purpose Pastor: 10 Helpful Tips for Pastors
Many years ago, when I was a kid, my dad gave me a Swiss Army Knife for my birthday. That red handled knife was more than just a pocketknife, it was a multi-tool. Mine had knife blades, a saw, a fi...
One-line Prayers from our OC Team
Here is a collection of one-line prayers from our Outreach Canada team! Will you pray along with us?
3 Dynamics of Conflict Every Church Should Know
Conflict happens— it is an inevitable part of life. This holds true in our personal and communal journeys.
During a discussion about my research on congregational leadership ...
Pinoys who Came by Waves (and more are coming!)
A number of Filipinos refer to themselves as Pinoys, much like Canadians are referred to as Canucks. Today, wherever you go in Canada, you will find Pinoys. And more Pinoys are comin...
3 Stats Every Church Should Know about their Neighbourhood
How can your church better understand & serve your community? Here are 3 stats that we believe every church should know about their neighbourhood...
Returning Home for the First Time
It was the 17th of November 2023. Our Biman Bangladesh Airlines evening flight began its somewhat rocky decent into Dhaka, Bangladesh. The city sprawled for miles with concrete apartment...
A Reconciling Journey
Don Klaassen introduces one church's journey towards reconciliation with their First Nation neighbours, recently highlighted in Faith Today.
Prayer: An interview with Ute Carkner
If you were to meet Ute Carkner, you would quickly realize that she is a woman of prayer. When she prays, you sense both her awe at being in God’s presence, but also an intimacy that is born of muc...
Love your Muslim Neighbours this Ramadan: Ways to Pray and Engage
Jesus exhorts us to love our neighbour as ourselves. Are you looking for opportunities to pray for and engage with the Muslims in your neighbourhood this Ramadan? Here are five opportunities t...