Category: Columns
Gear-up for September
A lot of people move over the summer and are seeking new connections in their new neighbourhood, including a church. Many search for churches on the Internet using Google. That makes your website the first contact many people have with your congregation. Is it up-to-date?…
New Potter film deals with real issues
by Andrew Craig If I were to sum up Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince I would have to say “mature”. I don’t mean that it’s geared for mature audiences, but as a story and as a film it shows a maturity I appreciated…
A question of communion
by Ed Kettner Recently, Canadian newspapers have reported on an interesting question which has important theological implications, both for the church and for society’s perception of the church. At the funeral of former Governor General Romeo LeBlanc, a Roman Catholic, Prime Minister Stephen Harper, a…
A view of Canada’s religious communities
The National Post has launched a blog on Canada’s religious communities called Holy Post. The newspaper welcomes participation and comments at http://network.nationalpost.com/np/blogs/holy-post/default.aspx
Reflecting on the death of Michael Jackson
by Rich Docekal Michael Jackson’s death has touched millions. His music and to a lesser degree, his notoriety as a celebrity who never quite seemed at ease with himself, brought attention to this “song & dance man” across the globe. As I see the media’s…
Free Bible study materials
In light of what is happening in the US and also across mainline protestant denominations, the issue of same-sex marriage and homosexuality remains a “hot button” issue. Concordia Publishing House is offering a free downloadable resource to help facilitate a Biblically faithful discussion around these…
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