African Heritage Month begins today. Also known as Black History Month, February has been set aside as an opportunity for us to recognize contributions past and present of the African community to Canadian culture. How has it impacted where you live? We recognize the...
Each year, Acadia Divinity College hosts a lecture series in preaching and practical theology for pastors and students. February 8-11 @ Acadia University or online. Guest speaker is Dr. Anna Robbins. Throughout the past century, the Christian church in Canada has...
We are in the midst of a significant national conversation about the duty of care we owe one another at the end of life, the legalization of euthanasia and the protection of religious freedom and conscience. Last fall, our Executive Minister, Rev. Dr. Peter Reid,...
The incarnation and crucifixion teach a crucial lesson: we must become small. Especially as we sponsor refugees. As hosts, we’re tempted to see ourselves as big Daddy Warbucks and sponsored families as little orphan Annie. “We’re rich. They’re poor.” Wise hosts,...
There was a long line-up to recognize Rev. John Beers and a full hall at New Minas Baptist Church to mark his 80th birthday and the five decades since his ordination. Beers is, by no means, retired. He fills in for preachers many Sundays, especially in the summer. He...