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Ephesians 2:8

While most people in the world are busy building towers with the highest hopes of making a name and gaining fame, God's truth sets the record straight.

On the basis of God's Book, His Holy Word, it is my plea that we simply admit our need and claim God's grace.

Instead of striving for a man-made ticket to heaven based on high achievement and hard work (for which we get all the credit), I suggest we openly declare our own spiritual bankruptcy and accept God's free gift of grace.

The Bank of Canada has largely kept to the sidelines as it tries to get a sense of how U.S. tariffs will impact the economy — and some economists think it might just stay there.

After a quarter-point cut in March, the central bank held its benchmark interest rate steady at 2.75 per cent in April and June.

With last month's jobs figures showing a surprise gain and core inflation levels holding steady at around three per cent, economists now broadly expect the central bank will continue its holding pattern at its next decision on July 30.

While many eyes were on the top Major League Baseball players on Tuesday for the All-Star Game in Atlanta, several players gave all glory to God. 

During a press conference on Monday, New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge shared his primary source of fulfillment in life is, "Our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ." The two-time American League MVP encouraged viewers to build a relationship with God. 

1 John 1:7

"But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin."

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Luke 14:33

Jesus' words are neither complicated nor vague. He simply says, "If you are going to call yourself one of My Disciples, you must release your grip on materialism."

To keep all this in proper perspective, think of it this way. He is not saying that we cannot possess anything, but things must not be allowed to possess us. To use His words, we must "give up" our possessions.

Corrie ten Boom, that saintly lady who endured such brutality from the Nazis in Ravensbruck during World War II, once said that she had learned to hold everything loosely in her hand.

Several families and friends gathered at St. Vital Park for a Family Funday hosted by Dominion Sanctuary Parish.

The day was filled with laughter and smiles, with delicious food, fun activities, and exciting games for people to enjoy.

Although the day was organized by Dominion Sanctuary Parish, it was free and open to all.

"It's for everybody, that's why we came to the park so we can go around and invite people to join us," explained Lead Pastor, Olufemi Oshinowo.

Attendees shared the highlights of their time at the event.

Dozens of people attended the yard sale hosted by The Wave Church, 364 Furby Street, on Saturday morning.

The yard sale had clothing, footwear, and household items for sale. The sale was held to raise money for the Women Everywhere Conference, which is held by The Wave Church on a biannual basis.

The sale was volunteer-run and organized, and the items sold were donated.

"The items come from donations, and most of us volunteers are members of the church," said Josephine, a committee member of the Women Everywhere Conference.

RCMP in Stonewall, Man. are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 69-year-old man last seen early Tuesday morning.

Stewart Campbell was reported missing to police on July 17 at 1:17 p.m. He was last seen around 3:30 a.m. on July 15, near Stonewall.

Police say Campbell may be confused and disoriented, and they are concerned for his well-being.

Campbell is described as approximately 5’8” tall, 110 pounds, with grey shaggy hair, blue eyes, and clean-shaven. He was last seen wearing a burgundy sweatshirt, light blue jeans, and black work boots.

Environment Canada and Manitoba Health have issued and expanded air quality warnings across a broad swath of the province, including Winnipeg and much of central and northern Manitoba, due to heavy smoke from ongoing wildfires.

The warning, issued Saturday morning, now includes areas such as Winnipeg, Selkirk, Portage la Prairie, Beausejour, and the Whiteshell region. It continues for northern and central regions like Thompson, Flin Flon, The Pas, Swan River, and communities throughout the Interlake.

Funeral For:  Constance Denyse Connie Goertzen 
Funeral Date: July 25, 2025 
Constance Denyse Connie Goertzen, 63, of Winnipeg passed away Monday, July 14th at Winnipeg. She is survived by her husband Ken, 3 sons: Matthew (Sarah), Allan and Eric, her mother Anne and stepdad Jake Sawatzky, and her brother Douglas. She was predeceased by her father Ben Krahn. 
The celebration of life for Constance Denyse Connie Goertzen will be held Friday, July 25th at 2pm at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Boulevard, with burial at Glen Lawn Cemetery.