From farm to faith: Friesen's journey into Manitoba Rep for Foodgrains Bank

Local Foodgrains Bank committee members and volunteers got to meet their new Manitoba rep over the past few weeks.  Former Foodgrains rep for Manitoba, Gordon Janzen, travelled with the newest addition to the Manitoba team, Dale Friesen, throughout the province visiting the many communities where they hold their annual fundraisers and grow projects.

Friesen has been in the role as the Foodgrains rep for Manitoba and northwestern Ontario for about a month, upon Janzen's recent retirement.

‘I beg for your forgiveness’: Former Dallas preacher Steve Lawson breaks silence after removal from church

The former lead preacher of Trinity Bible Church of Dallas, who was removed from his position in 2024 due to an inappropriate relationship with a woman, is now speaking out.

Steve Lawson made a post on X, admitting to his wrongdoing. 

"It is with a shattered heart that I write this letter," said Lawson. "I have sinned grievously against the Lord, against my wife, my family, and against countless numbers of you by having a sinful relationship with a woman not my wife."

Christian band Cochren & Co. set for first national TV appearance

Christian band Cochren & Co. will make their national television debut next week. 

The Gotee Records Gold-selling act will appear on “FOX & Friends” as part of the morning show’s “Faith & Friends” Concert Series on March 23, 2025.

Cochen & Co.’s current radio single, “Money Can’t Buy,” is currently Top 15 on the radio charts.

Chris Pratt partners with prayer app to fulfill his promise to God

Chis Pratt says it's thanks to God that his oldest son Jack is alive today. 

Pratt's ex-wife Anna Faris gave birth to Jack prematurely in 2012, and he came into the world weighing just 3 pounds, 10 ounces. It was this experience that brought Pratt closer to God.

"I really made some deals with God, as you do when you're praying, and I felt like if you save my son, I will give you everything, said Pratt in an interview on Fox & Friends.

The fallout continues from killings in Syria

Complexities in Syria have reached a new pitch after the events of last week.

Thursday, March 6, a band of Alawite fighters from the old regime killed more than a dozen soldiers in the coastal town of Jableh affiliated with the new government. 

But it might not have “started” on Thursday. Samuel* with Redemptive stories says, “They killed, the reports say, 16 to 20 soldiers related to a dispute…. There [are] suspicions that there was some act done even before that, which then this [attack on soldiers] was recompense for that previous act.”

Day for Freedom 2025 ▶️

Day for Freedom is back on CHVN on March 13, 2025.

March 13 is Manitoba Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Join us as we share stories of those working to end human trafficking and how we can join in prayer.

Listen below to stories of hope and the need for awareness when it comes to human trafficking in Winnipeg, Canada, and around the world.

International Justice Mission (IJM)

Lillian Ayebale is a senior manager with International Justice Mission (IJM) in Uganda. 

Faith and music unite: Christian artists join Grand Ole Opry’s 100th celebration

The Grand Ole Opry is preparing to celebrate 100 years, and to help them they've invited several Opry alumni, including a few well-known Christian singers. 

The live celebration will take place on March 19 in Nashville and feature Steven Curtis Chapman, Amy Grant, Jelly Roll and Yolanda Adams. 

Steven says he is thrilled to be a part of this momentous occasion. 

"Honored to join so many Opry legends in honoring 100 years of the Grand Ole Opry," said Steven

New book by Candace Cameron Bure helps kids navigate differences with kindness

Candace Cameron Bure is preparing to release a new children's book. 

The book, The Crazy Compromise, teaches kids how to learn how to talk things out, navigate differences and stay connected when even when they don't see eye to eye. 

The book was made in partnership with Generous Family and is targeted at kids between the ages of 2 and 12.