“For the broken places in our lives . . . ” One of the consequences of living in a broken world is that we experience emotional pain. That pain often results in an emotional wound. An emotional wound, just like a physical wound, needs to heal or it has life-long consequences. Immanuel Prayer is a … [Read more…]
This fall, we are hosting two Sustainable Faith schools: the School of Spiritual Direction (SOSD) and the School of Mercy and Justice (SOMJ). Both schools offer spiritual formation with an emphasis on the contemplative life. Particularly, the SOSD is designed to develop your skills of being attentive to others on their journey with Jesus; the … [Read more…]
Our next instalment of the upgraded version of the Outer Circle (OC 2.0) is Monday, April 30, 7 – 9pm. The Outer Circle has become a time to focus on training for spiritual transformation together. This means that after beginning with coffee and dessert there will be a short teaching on the spiritual exercise we’re … [Read more…]
We’re in the midst of a few big shifts in the office. Lillian Poetker is retiring at the end of May. Lillian has been keeping our books in order since nearly day one. She has contributed welcome, wisdom, thoughtfulness, and attention to detail that has been a true gift to us all. Her week-day presence in … [Read more…]
The coffee house Saturday, April 7th, was amazing! Thanks to all who contributed by donating a raffle prize, donating a dessert and by coming. We are so blessed by the support. What a beautiful night of performances by our youth! And thanks to the Janzen boys for contributing to the dance party! Here are some … [Read more…]
We all need rest and rest always produces life. It’s a natural law that applies to us humans as much as any other living thing. This is especially obvious during this time of year when we see dormant trees slowly waking up after a long period of “rest”. When we notice the first tulips and prairie … [Read more…]
We are having fun continuing our journey into Imaginative Prayer with the Grade 1-7 gang! Last Sunday, Grade 1-4: We explored chapter 16, “Forgiveness means we can forgive the sins of others.” What a valuable Jesus-focused message! As Jared Boyd states, “We’re trying to paint a broad picture of ways we can experience forgiveness: between … [Read more…]
Where is the Lord? And where can He be found? The children and wise seek Him together. Let them search the secret places And hear in wonder the ancient texts. They do not know that the Lord is coming, And has already come. If God is in heaven, How shall we reach Him? … [Read more…]
Jesus’ resurrection was and is just the beginning. After Easter comes Pentecost, but those forty days is a journey. For Jesus’ disciples the time between the upper rooms was confusing, exhilarating, surprising and empowering. You remember both upper rooms, right? In one they gathered to hear Jesus talk about his betrayal and death. In the … [Read more…]
He is Risen! Let’s celebrate…
We are hiring a part-time receptionist for the office. If you are interested in being part of the office team, and if you have the suitable skills for the job, we invite you to consider applying for this job position. General duties include: Provide a warm and welcoming presence in the office while on the phone, … [Read more…]
The events celebrated during Holy Week are epic. Jesus’ passion, crucifixion, burial and resurrection are not only central to the Christian calendar, they are the central events of all of history. In terms of importance Easter ranks higher than Christmas – a fact that is lost on most of our children and many of us adults … [Read more…]
The inspiration for the Outer Circle was a result of a prophetic word given a number of years ago. It’s the picture of Musk Oxen who form a protective circle around the vulnerable members of the herd in times of trouble. This is a glimpse of the kind of community God has called us to … [Read more…]
