Knox, Acton, Ont.
During a communion service last June the congregation honoured four of their retiring elders. Here, transitional minister Rev. Ralph Neil and clerk of session David […]
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Fun and Family
Have you ever seen people line dancing while using a cane? Come to the senior centre at St. Andrew’s, Orillia, Ont., and that’s the kid of fun thing you’ll find.
After Chavez – Letter From Nicaragua
It’s a dark night in Managua, but people are gathered in a brightly lit area at the entrance to the marginal neighbourhood known as Barrio Hugo Chávez. They heard the news several hours ago, but the idea that their hero, Venezuela’s president Hugo Chávez, has died hasn’t quite sunk in.
Congo’s Paradox
For two weeks in June, the social justice organization Kairos led a delegation of Canadian church representatives to the DRC, and I was privileged to join it as a representative of the Presbyterian Church.
Speechless Service
A year and a half ago I woke up on a Sunday morning and literally couldn’t speak. I’m a preacher. This was a problem.
Why Work Isn’t Working
Last year my wife was attending an employment seminar to hear a presentation from the manager of a telemarketing firm. After he had made his […]
When the Floodwaters Came
When the floodwater comes, you are in shock. But, when it starts to subside, you find yourself saying “thank-you.”
Reflections on the Flood
Life changed dramatically for over 100,000 residents of southwestern Alberta on June 20. Four lost their lives. Tens of thousands lost their homes. A weather […]
Community News – September
Free Camp for Lac-Mégantic Kids Weeks after their town was devastated by a train derailment and explosion that killed 47 people and leveled the downtown, […]
Varying Perspectives
Re Love One Another, July/August As an elder who attended this year’s General Assembly, my opinion differs from those expressed in the article about Pandit […]
God’s Kingdom
Re Incarnate, Visible Communities, July/August I was intrigued when I saw the caption God’s Alternative Community on the Record’s front cover and was gratified to […]
Cookies from Clergy
This is to share with you how blessed we feel to have called Rev. Bruce Kemp to our three-point charge of Chesterville, Morewood and Winchester, […]
Varying Perspectives
Re Love One Another, July/August I want to thank both Pandit Sharma and Rev. Fraser for their statements that appeared in the July/August issue. Juxtaposed, […]
Expressing Gratitude
Re The Cost of Discipleship, May It is a well-known fact that many brave Dutch families sheltered Jewish people during World War II. Also, the […]
Coming Together
Rev. John Veenstra organized prayer services during the search for Tim Bosma, appeared beside Bosma’s widow, Sharlene, during press conferences, and acted as a buffer to the media and wider community once Tim’s body was found. But he didn’t do it alone.
Embracing the Seasons of Life
I have to admit that I felt my throat tighten when I saw the for sale sign go up in front of the place where countless Christmas dinners, birthdays and anniversaries have been celebrated.
Morningside-High Park, Toronto
F.O.G. (Four Old Guys) headlined a church coffee house in April. Besides bringing community and church members together for a fun evening of food and […]
Herriot Bay Inn, Quadra Island, B.C.
Led by Rev. Ken Oakes on saxophone, the Good News Jazz Band performs gospel and jazz for a full house. Ken has been sharing the […]
Union, Albert Bridge, N.S.
During a recent visit to Cape Breton, where he guest-led a service and workshop, Rev. Dr. John Vissers is presented a walking stick by the […]
Community News – July-August 2013
Kettle Honoured, Again After a distinguished career as a Presbyterian padre, Rev. Dr. David Kettle is preparing for a new role as secretary general of […]