Four extraordinary humans, including John the Baptist, on display in new Martin Scorsese series
This month a new docuseries produced by Martin Scorsese will be released, showcasing four saints and how they lived fully for God.
The TV series, The Saints, will be released in two parts. The first part will showcase four humans, including the well-known John the Baptist and Joan of Arc. Another 'saint' that may be lesser known is Maximilian Kolbe, a Polish Franciscan monk who sacrificed his life in a concentration camp during WWII. The fourth person showcased is Sebastian, a soldier in Rome who defied Emperor Diocletian’s decrees against Christianity.
Kirk Cameron stars in new Bible-based kids show
Actor and outspoken Christian Kirk Cameron is starring in a new kids' show filled with Biblical and wholesome themes.
The crowdfunded project Adventures with Iggy and Mr. Kirk stars Cameron and his side-kick, an iguana puppet named Iggy.
"This family-focused, live-action series combines laughter, learning, and biblical values, offering parents and grandparents a trustworthy entertainment option that reflects their values and brings the family together," says the press release.
'To remember is to work for peace': A pacifist's perspective on Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day is upon us. For many, it's a time to remember and honour those who have fought for our freedom. This can be a challenging time for others, especially those in the peace church tradition.
This includes Mennonites, the Church of the Brethren, Society of Friends and Quakers, many of which, chose not to go to war.
Camp offers Ukrainian Christians solace from the trauma of war
In Europe, it’s called “Camp Amerikraine,” a cherished annual meeting for Christians in Ukraine launched two decades ago with help from Christians in America.
A continent and an invasion away, a retreat some call “Camp Amerikraine in America” now brings together displaced Ukrainian believers in the U.S. for fellowship and solace from the trauma of war.
Rupert’s Land asks for prayers as Bishop Geoffrey Woodcroft faces terminal cancer diagnosis
The Diocese of Rupert’s Land is calling on the community for prayers following the recent terminal cancer diagnosis of Bishop Geoffrey Woodcroft of Winnipeg.
Woodcroft, who had announced plans to retire in June 2025, was hospitalized shortly after addressing the diocesan synod on October 19, and the diagnosis was confirmed by Executive Archdeacon Simon Blaikie to the Anglican Journal.
10,000 students pack Texas arena to lift the name of Jesus
Over 10,000 college students filled the stands of a Texas arena this week to worship Jesus.
The free Unite US event happened Tuesday evening at Reed Arena in College Station, Texas.
"We will never take for granted the way God has shown up– night after night, university after university," said Unite US in a post on Facebook.
Unite US is a movement of college students united to lift the name of Jesus. Tuesday's event closed off its fall semester tour.
Fort Richmond church is on the move for good reason
A church in Fort Richmond is on the move for a good reason.
Methodist Missionary Chapel Canada has outgrown its current location at 18 Gillingham Avenue.
Rev. Bamidele Oni says, "We were looking for somewhere you can worship and focus on God. Where distraction can be removed, and for this reason, God gave us an opportunity and led us to a venue that we are moving to on Sunday. This location is big enough and we believe it is a prophetic space where God is giving us a big space to tell us that there are more people staying in the city that I want you to reach."
Pro-life centres weigh in on Liberal government plans to remove funding
Two pregnancy resource centres in southern Manitoba are speaking up about a recent Liberal government announcement regarding charities.
On Tuesday, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland announced that the Liberal government is introducing legislation to require charities that offer pregnancy counselling to disclose whether they also offer abortion and birth control or referral to those services.