In the Lord’s Prayer, Stephen Self examines the address (Luke 11:2, Matt. 6:9); followed by five requests: the two Thou-petitions (Luke 11:2, Matt. 6:9- 10a), the two We-petitions (Luke 11:3-4a; Matt. 6:10b-12), and the concluding request (Luke 11:4b; Matt. 6:13).. … Read more
Full Time Director
By David MacKenna. The Renewal Fellowship will have, for the first time, a full time Director, The Rev. Robert Little, to speak for and guide the affairs of the Fellowship, building on the dedicated and able leadership of Drs. A. Donald MacLeod and John Vissers as interim directors for the past eight years. … Read more
Paradigm Shifts or Sinking Sand: A reflection on the 119th General Assembly
By Robert Bettridge. If we are to be effective for the Kingdom of God we are going to have to make changes, but let those changes be directed by the Lordship of Jesus Christ, by the power of his Holy Spirit and in obedience to the Father’s will as revealed in Scripture. … Read more
A Journey Towards God
David Colpitts wishes homosexuality hadn't been his struggle, but because it so deeply reveals his need, it continually calls him into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ, not unlike the other spiritual struggles many Christians have. … Read more
Asian Report
By A. Donald MacLeod. A trip to Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Thailand, and Singapore, under the sponsorship of the Overseas Missionary Fellowship and the Mustard Seed Mission, in a month of speaking and fact-finding left me breathless. What made my assignment so emotional was that I was returning to countries in which I had spent my childhood. … Read more
www.prayer.com
By Fritz Clarke. The Renewal Task Force of Eastern Ontario sponsored a Day of Prayer with a workshop dealing with praying with youth entitled "www.prayer.com", led by Fritz Clarke. His workshop notes can be used to instruct people in covering the basic steps to prayer. … Read more
Missing Yet Found in Streetsville
By James Lindsay. When the author and his wife Pamela attended an Alpha Course, they gave their lives to the Lord. Allowing Jesus to take control of their destiny has given them a beautiful feeling, with hearts open and not heavy. Their growing relationship with the Lord has given them faith to pray for and receive answers. … Read more
Regional Renewal Task Force News
Included are reports from the Atlantic Renewal Task Force, the Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec Renewal Task Force, and the Dunamis Conference at Lake George, New York. … Read more
Living Churches: A Celebration in Whitby
By Ron VanAuken. Celebration! Presbyterian Church began on April 19, 1992, as a mission to the unchurched. A faith mission, it is being supported by the gifts of individuals and congregations who have a vision for the renewal of the church and its mission and a desire to reach others with the good news of Jesus Christ. … Read more
The Discipleship Project
By Doug Schonberg and David Moody. The Discipleship Project is a tool for stimulating, promoting and measuring adult spiritual education, based on the assumption that even a 10% increase in serious, intentional adult spiritual growth can offset operating deficits and increase volunteerism for children and youth ministries. … Read more
A Summer’s Travels
By Ian Rennie. Observations of spiritual growth and strength in Newfoundland and the Magdalen Islands, especially in relationship with changes in leadership at the Presbyterian College in Montreal, and Presbyterian participation in Regent College, Vancouver. … Read more
One in Five
By Marian Archibald. Almost one in five children and youth in Ontario has a diagnosable mental health disorder. Church members who are uncomfortable with people who are different need to seek more compassion and understanding of those who suffer mental challenges. … Read more
Personal Renewal: Reflections on “Brokenness”
By Roberta Hestenes. The theme of “brokenness” is one of the ingredients in renewal,as in David’s statement, “The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite spirit you will not despise.” … Read more
Would You Know My Name? by Howard and Esther McIlveen
Reviewed by Ken Kutney. This mix of prose, poetry, theology, song lyrics, eulogy, and even a poignant letter from two girls in farewell to their deceased father is a truthful, compassionate aid for those who grieve, helping us process our losses healthfully – one of the greatest lessons in life. … Read more
Trojan Horse, by Donald L. Faris
Reviewed by Howard Mcllveen. The book pictures the homosexual ideology as the hidden enemy which when released from the horse will capture and fundamentally change the unsuspecting city/church. … Read more
Renewal Coalition Adopts Declaration; Calls Mainline Churches to Evangelical Faith
By the Renewal Coalition. Responding to crises facing many historic denominations, a coalition of twenty-one evangelical renewal leaders drafted this Declaration, a common affirmation on critical theological and ethical standards currently under challenge in their respective communions. … Read more