Anne Wilson graces the stage of Grand Ole Opry for special performance
Popular Christian artist, Anne Wilson recently graced the stage of the Grand Ole Opry.
The special performance was the wrap of the Opry's NextStage program.
Opry NextStage is a program that finds up-and-comers on their way to superstardom and places them center stage. These artists have the talent, the stories, and the sound to become the next big thing in country music. And this program brings them into the limelight, in a way that only the Opry can.
TikTok files legal challenge of federal government's shutdown order
TikTok is challenging the federal government’s order to shut down its operations in Canada, claiming it will eliminate hundreds of jobs and potentially terminate a quarter of a million contracts that it has with Canadian advertising clients.
The company filed documents in Federal Court in Vancouver on Dec. 5, seeking to set aside the order to wind-up and cease business in Canada.
Tensions rising between Canada Post, union as strike nears four-week mark
Canada Post and the union representing postal workers are in a war of words as a countrywide strike enters its 27th day.
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers pushed back on recent criticisms from Canada Post in a bulletin to members Tuesday evening, giving a list of proposals it said are meant to bring the two parties closer together.
APAS discusses rail fees, foreign ownership during general meeting
The Agricultural Producer's Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) held a general meeting recently as a way to connect with members and the industry on a number of topics.
APAS President Bill Prybylski says the event addressed several important issues, beginning with the province's rail lines.
Verse of the Day: December 11
Isaiah 7:14
Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.
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No fear! Part one
Psalm 46:1-3; Psalm 94:19
In times of physical catastrophe in our lives or in our world, what is our response? Usually, it's "Why, God? Why me? Why us?" In contrast, God's Word says in times of physical catastrophe, "we will not fear" (Psalm 46:2). As you read Psalm 46:1-3, take the time to observe that the examples are all introduced with "though." "Though the earth should change, though the mountains slip into the heart of the sea." Referring to what?
Catholic bishops in Quebec oppose premier's suggestion to ban public prayer
Quebec's Catholic bishops have come out against Premier François Legault's desire to end prayer in public places, saying it would violate people's constitutional rights.
Martin Laliberté, president of the assembly of Catholic bishops of Quebec, says he was "stunned" by Legault's recent suggestion that he would like to ban prayer in parks and on city streets. He believes a ban on public prayer would affect a wide range of activities practised by people of many faiths.
Fort St John fire department responds to significant structure fire
At approximately 4:40 am on December 8, 2024, the Fort St. John Fire Department responded to a significant structure fire in the 8100 block of 100 Avenue. Seven apparatus and 16 firefighters were dispatched to the scene, where they encountered a working fire originating in the basement and extending into the attic of the building.
Fortunately, no occupants were present in the building at the time of the fire, and no injuries were reported among firefighters or civilians.
David Bracken shares joyful take on ‘See Amid the Winter’s Snow’
David Bracken has recently released his unique reimagining of the song “See Amid the Winter’s Snow.” When asked about his inspiration, David shared how he had never heard the song before.
“I was doing worship relief for a church in Winnipeg and stumbled upon this hymn while searching for music to perform. I had never heard it before, but its lyrics struck me as both timeless and powerful,” he explained.
Christian persecution ramps up in India with 100 people banned from their villages
Roughly 100 Christians in the Sukma District of Chhattisgarh State in India have been confined to one space or banned from their villages because of their faith.