Here’s an invitation to the Vineyard Metanoia Event this June we are hosting. The theme is “Dwelling in the Borderlands”. Here’s an invitation from David and Anita Ruis (our National Directors): A “Metanoia Gathering” is more a communal experience than a conference. As we create theatmosphere of a “learning community” coming together, ample room for connection and … [Read more…]
Join us on Mar 25 at 3:30pm for our annual journey into the neighbourhood and into the sufferings endured on the cross. We’ll share some stories from our neighbourhood and tie them into Christ’s journey to the cross. 3:30pm – 5pm. Meet at the church – dress for walking outside. Rain, shine or snow!
Hey there WCV – we’re hosting a new kind of national gathering this year! People from all across the Vineyard landscape in Canada will be converging here, for a Vineyard Metanoia (means think again – usually translated as repent) initiative called “Dwelling in the Borderlands.” It will be a time to come together in a posture of prayer, … [Read more…]
A team of 5 Canadians and Sukit from Thailand just returned a couple of weeks ago from a most powerful trip to Thailand, Nepal and India… Here is one story told by Todd Rutkowski. It took place on February 20th, 2016. When desperation is overcome by hope His name is Mohan and he lives in Siliguri, … [Read more…]
Ang Falk and Christy Chan recently made the icy trek to Edmonton to participate in the annual Vineyard Prayer Summit and Worship Symposiums. These are some of Ang’s reflections: I enjoyed the Summit thoroughly. It was the first time for me to travel without my boys, or be away from them for longer than 3 … [Read more…]
God’s Kingdom is marked by justice. Wrongs are made right wherever and whenever his will is done. Yet we all have basic assumptions about what is right and how to go about welcoming his activity in our lives and communities. In “Justice Flow” we will explore 8 essential movements that just communities embrace. These 8 shifts in thinking and practice are … [Read more…]
Our youth are planning on going to Project Timothy again this year. They’ve been busy babysitting, serving chili, and now they’re going to be hosting an amazing coffee house – all so they can get back to Pennsylvania to join with a bunch of other Vineyard youth for the amazing discipleship bootcamp called Project Timothy. … [Read more…]
On March 19 we are having a special Outer Circle evening. It will include our usual great supper together and sharing in our Triads, however we’re also going to present our budget for 2016 and hear from our BOD about some new initiatives and posture regarding the finances and assets of WCV. Everyone is welcome … [Read more…]
World Vision Canada and Vineyard Worship Canada have just collaborated on an amazing new worship CD called “Other Side”. It was recorded in Kathmandu last September using local talent and Nepali instruments. It features David Ruis, Noel Isaacs, Andy Park, Ryan McAllister, and many other amazing Nepali and Canadian talent. It’s a fundraising CD sales being … [Read more…]
It’s been about 10 months since the first earthquake hit Nepal in April 2015. Since that time much has emerged from the rubble. In this update: Blockades Rebuilding Permanent homes Subsidized homes Church buildings Helping Our Neighbours Bikka Land Deal Kids Helping Kids Kathmandu’s Unique Challenges Kathmandu Hub Demo & Rebuild Project Other Side CD … [Read more…]
Stay connected. Sign-up to be notified when new updates are posted. Subscribe here. 100% of donations will go directly to aid and relief efforts in Nepal. They are administered by the Himalayan Region Vineyard Church’s “Earthquake Disaster Management team”. There are 3 ways to donate to the Nepal Rebuild Fund: Cheque: Make cheques out … [Read more…]
Today is Ash Wednesday. It marks the beginning of the Lenten season in the Western Christian calendar. These 40 days (excluding Sundays) culminate in the celebration of Jesus’ resurrection on Easter Sunday. Lent is about preparation, self examination and meditation on Jesus’ life and suffering. It’s about journeying with him to become like him. It’s … [Read more…]
A prayer for our Vineyard Canada family… and ourselves… Father – we are your children. As we lead in your kingdom and serve the Vineyard Community, may we never lose the wonder and simplicity of childlike trust. Heal us of the distortions of the soul we carry from dysfunction, abandonment and abuse in our earthly … [Read more…]
