Loving our neighbour in a very practical way: Tearfund Canada
“Tearfund stands for The Evangelical Alliance Relief Fund, and we are absolutely committed to international relief and development through networks of local churches.”
This from Wayne Johnson, Executive Director at Tearfund Canada.
Instead of sending foreign expats to do the work across Africa, says Johnson, Tearfund works with partners in Africa and Asia to reach people in their own communities.
Providence University’s High School Athlete of the Month – Lukas Klassen
A star volleyball player, coach, role model, and inspiration – Lukas Klassen is December’s Providence University Athlete of the Month.
Having played hockey, volleyball, and track and field at a provincial and national level – including bringing home first place in the Provincial Track and Field Discus Throw – Lukas is no stranger to the athletic world.
Portage's newest park coming soon
Pump up your tires and grab your sleds- outdoor enthusiasts are sure to love what’s coming soon to Portage la Prairie!
Stone City Coffee Roasters showing Christmas spirit with popular holiday blends & drinks
December 20th. That’s the day Stone City Coffee Roasters will stop producing their wildly popular Merry Christmas Blend for 2023.
Sponsored: Anchor Of Hope: A New Hope
A few years before I was born, in 1977 a cinematic masterpiece and actually an entire franchise was launched. The movie begins simply with some blue letters on a black background. They read “A long time ago in a galaxy far far away….” and the Now familiar Star Wars theme thunders out while the story is set by the yellow letters scrolling off into space… There is a battle raging, growing tension…”It is a period of civil war”…there is war between the empire and the rebels. And so begins the old familiar story of good versus evil.
Precision, passion and purpose are at the heart of Precision MMA
Precision MMA in Morden is bringing the benefits of Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) to the Pembina Valley, by exuding a passion for the discipline while instilling a sense of belonging and respect.
Victory Church welcoming families to Gingerbread Night, Christmas Banquet
Victory Church is getting ready to celebrate Christmas with fun, meaningful programming and events over the next number of weeks.
On Monday, December 4 at 6:00 p.m., the Moose Jaw church is hosting a Gingerbread Family Night, and church administrator and communications director Kelly Boisclair is inviting the entire community to take part.
Corner camera store keeps community connection
Where Lipton Street meets Portage Avenue, photography pros and novices alike can find a one-stop camera shop to cater to any variety of needs.
The Toews family and their staff has been serving the photo community in Winnipeg since 1975, when Dick Toews purchased Independent Photo Centre. The name was changed to Photo Central in 1991 and then sold to his son, Andrew, in 2008.
Photo Central is equipped to function and flourish in a rapidly changing marketplace while making sure to best help the community they serve with honest advice and great service.
Titanium Mechanical steering Christmas toy drive
Call it community-minded Christmas spirit.
On Saturday, November 25th, Titanium Mechanical will be overseeing a toy drive to help brighten the holidays for local children in need. Partnering with Rocco’s Pizzeria, they’re inviting everyone with a toy to give or wish to make to Rocco’s between 6:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Space Age Kal Tire offers winter driving safety tips
Winter tires? Check. Winter wiper blades? Check. Emergency kit? Check.
Drivers can never take too many precautions when it comes to cold-weather driving, which is why Space Age Kal Tire of Steinbach is booking tire-changeover appointments, a winterization package and helpful advice for those journeys on snow-packed and ice-covered roads.