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Anticipating Advent. "I grew up in a tradition which put little stock in the church calendar," writes ChristianWeek Ontario editor Robert White as he reflects on what the season of Advent has come to mean for him.

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It isn't easy to be just another worshipper when your face is recognized in churches across the country. Jake Epp says these days he finds his spiritual encouragement in his work with Health Partners International.

Radio, text-messaging, Internet infiltrates borders

November 27, 2009

“Some countries have closed borders,” says Amal Gendi, Canadian director of Arab World Ministries. “However, the skies are open to receive the words of God.”

EFC releases human trafficking resource

November 27, 2009

The Evangelical Fellowship of Canada has introduced a resource to help educate young people about Canada’s role in global human trafficking.

Mother speaks out 20 years after Montreal massacre

November 24, 2009

Heading out the door to prayer meeting, Monique Lépine heard news of a massacre on the television. Deeply moved, she asked her group to pray for the mother of the perpetrator, whoever she might be...

Ottawa Anglican church offers same-sex blessing

November 24, 2009

The Church of St. John the Evangelist has recently been granted permission by the Anglican Diocese of Ottawa to bless couples who have been civilly married.

	Local Guides Manitoba Brandon Portage la Prairie Steinbach Thompson Winnipeg Alberta British Columbia New Brunswick Newfoundland and Labrador Northwest Territories Nova Scotia Nunavut Ontario Prince Edward Island Quebec Saskatchewan Yukon Territory All Cities	Friday, November 27, 2009 From the print edition Letter from the Editor Guest Comment On the Record Projections Canada Today (dis)Quiet Times Feature story Anticipating Advent. "I grew up in a tradition which put little stock in the church calendar," writes ChristianWeek Ontario editor Robert White as he reflects on what the season of Advent has come to mean for him. read feature > Quicktakes Churches call for nuke-free planet Lutherans ask Mennonites' forgiveness Pro-life group won't go to court Canadians concerned about euthanasia Geoff Tunnicliffe to serve another term read more > Insights and analysis from hotspots around the world. Click image to enlarge Former MP finds blessing in charity work November 27, 2009 It isn't easy to be just another worshipper when your face is recognized in churches across the country. Jake Epp says these days he finds his spiritual encouragement in his work with Health Partners International. Radio, text-messaging, Internet infiltrates borders November 27, 2009 “Some countries have closed borders,” says Amal Gendi, Canadian director of Arab World Ministries. “However, the skies are open to receive the words of God.” EFC releases human trafficking resource November 27, 2009 The Evangelical Fellowship of Canada has introduced a resource to help educate young people about Canada’s role in global human trafficking. Mother speaks out 20 years after Montreal massacre November 24, 2009 Heading out the door to prayer meeting, Monique Lépine heard news of a massacre on the television. Deeply moved, she asked her group to pray for the mother of the perpetrator, whoever she might be... Ottawa Anglican church offers same-sex blessing November 24, 2009 The Church of St. John the Evangelist has recently been granted permission by the Anglican Diocese of Ottawa to bless couples who have been civilly married. more web stories >	eNewsletter Enter your e-mail address to subscribe to our eNewsletter and stay informed about what's new on ChristianWeek.org. NAME: E-MAIL: WORD: Follow ChristianWeek on Twitter Happenings Dec. 1: "Being Evangelical in a Complex World," a workshop for leaders in ministry or the marketplace presented by The Evangelical Fellowship of Canada at Redeemer University College in Ancaster, ON. (website) Dec. 1: "35 and out of the Church: Re-engaging a missing Generation," a forum for church leaders featuring Colin McCartney of Urban Promise and Paul Robertson of Youth Unlimited. Hosted by World Vision Canada at Ramada Plaza in Moncton, NB. (website) Dec. 3: "35 and out of the Church: Re-engaging a missing Generation," a forum for church leaders featuring Colin McCartney of Urban Promise and Paul Robertson of Youth Unlimited. Hosted by World Vision Canada at Best Western Ville Marie in Montreal, QC. (website) Dec. 4: "35 and out of the Church: Re-engaging a missing Generation," a forum for church leaders featuring Colin McCartney of Urban Promise and Paul Robertson of Youth Unlimited. Hosted by World Vision Canada at Novotel in Mississauga, ON. (website) Jan. 25: "Being Evangelical in a Complex World," a workshop for leaders in ministry or the marketplace presented by The Evangelical Fellowship of Canada at Tyndale University College and Seminary in Toronto, ON. (website) Feb. 2 - Feb. 4: Vital Church Planting Conference 2010 featuring Pernell Goodyear and Rachel Jordan at St. Paul's Bloor Street in Toronto, ON. (website) view all events >
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From the print edition

Feature story

Quicktakes

Former MP finds blessing in charity work

November 27, 2009

Radio, text-messaging, Internet infiltrates borders

November 27, 2009

EFC releases human trafficking resource

November 27, 2009

Mother speaks out 20 years after Montreal massacre

November 24, 2009

Ottawa Anglican church offers same-sex blessing

November 24, 2009

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