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Anne Miranda – Detours
I hate unexpected surprises. I get anxious when things are not planned. I love a plan that runs accordingly. I feel the most at peace when I know how my day will go and that each thing on the “to-do” list is checked off. I am uncomfortable with spontaneity and…
Brian Doerksen – Finding Hope Hidden On A Detour
Joyce and I started out as high-school sweethearts and we ended up being blessed with 6 children including 3 of them with special needs. After finding out that our first son had Fragile X Syndrome and would require care for a lifetime, we decided to try to have 1 more…
Natalie Frisk – On the Necessity of Mentoring Relationships
When Jesus fully stepped into his ministry, he called some young men to join him. “Come and follow me,” he said. It was that simple: follow him. Do what he does. See what he sees. Spend time learning from him, and seeing what really matters. We call this discipling, but…
Sandee MacGregor – The Strength of a Spiritual Legacy
“I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well.” 2 Timothy 1:5. This verse encapsulates so well a spiritual legacy. I can relate to what is written in my…
Dr. Merry Lin – The THREE R’s to Loving Yourself
There’s an old story from the Polynesian Islands called Johnny Lingo and his 10 cow wife. It goes like this: In those days and in that part of the world, if a man wanted to marry a girl, it was necessary for him to pay her father a dowry. Usually…
Judith McCartney – Pause
Being Stretched too Thin is a common phenomenon. Our culture screams for attention and we are constantly navigating what needs to be first and foremost in our agenda throughout our day. Our days are not seamless and we contend with various rabbit trails while we try to complete what is…
Brett Ullman – Ten Ways To Make Your Church A Safe Space For Those Struggling With Mental Illness
Guest Brett Ullman shares 10 ways that churches can be more welcoming for those who struggle with mental illness. Do any of them resonate with you? Are there any that you would like to try at your church? Let us know in the comments below!
Andrea Schwarz – The Hurtful Myth
I remember the day well as the guilt was creeping in. I was travelling across the country on one of my usual business trips to British Columbia. Instead of working on my computer I decided to pick up a book. I have always loved reading, however I walked away from…
Trish Herrera – Grab A Snack And Take A Nap
All I’ve ever wanted in life was to become a wife and mother. At 27, I married the love of my life and quickly gave birth to our first son. Since my maternity leave I have been at home, caring for our family full time. Now six years later we…
Carla Arges – The Road Is Not Easy
I’ve thought a lot about what to write in this space. A personal story? A research statistic? A Biblical illustration? Ultimately what I want to do is provide encouragement for those of you who may be struggling with your mental health. The lie of mental illness is that you are…
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