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Bergens vow to continue work | Bentall remembered as ‘a righteous man’
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Table of Contents
Articles
Bergens vow to continue work
WOULD they stay in Kenya, or would they come home to the Okanagan? That was a burning question for John and Eloise Bergen, after they were attacked by machete-wielding men apparently recruited by one of their former security guards.
Bentall remembered as ‘a righteous man’
DESCRIBED as a gifted leader who had a great love for people, C. Howard Bentall, passed away July 13, at age 94.
Finding creative freedom through a long obedience
17;VE played the flute for over 30 years. When I reflect on what has essentially made me a musician today, I would attribute it to something that applies to all progress in life, including spiritual growth – the profound desire for more than what is.
B.C. evangelist’s Florida ministry draws kudos and critics
PEOPLE SAY there’s a modern-day Pool of Bethesda – in Lakeland, Florida, of all places.
Todd Bentley: a prophet little known in his home town
THE EVANGELIST at the heart of the Florida Outpouring remains largely unknown in his hometown of Abbotsford.
Worldwide Anglican troubles impact Canada
ANGLICAN leaders in the West are insisting that the worldwide Anglican Communion is still united; but a major proclamation from orthodox leaders contends that it cannot “be patched back together.”
B.C. chaplain off to Beijing Olympics
FOR some months, there was speculation that China would place severe restrictions on expressions of Christian faith at the Beijing Olympics.
Maclean’s case dismissed
THE Canadian Human Rights Commission (CHRC) has dismissed the Canadian Islamic Congress’ (CIC) complaint against Maclean’s magazine for running an excerpt of Mark Steyn’s book America Alone, entitled ‘The Future Belongs to Islam.’ The CIC called the article “flagrantly Islamophobic.”
Morgentaler honour denounced
CHRISTIANS have been quite vocal in their response to the announcement that Henry Morgentaler is being awarded the Order of Canada.
Karen people find ‘city of refuge’
WE FOUND out about the Karen after receiving an email requesting bunk beds for refugee families who were soon to arrive.
B.C.’s first war ­– and its Common Prayer warrior
In the fourth installment of our series marking B.C.’s 150th anniversary, author and pastor Ed Hird profiles a man of war – and worship.
Voices together!
Ten thousand celebrate Jesus on Canada Day at GM Place
Testimony
Rescued from a miserable abyss by God’s persistence
I will allure her. I will lead her into the wilderness and speak tenderly to her.
Arts & Entertainment
Editorials
Response
Regional round ups
Island Insight
Okanagan Outlook
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