What Does Unity Mean for Evangelicals?
Read the latest in our online Three Questions interview series. This week: David Guretzki, the EFC’s new executive vice-president and resident theologian, makes a concise case for why unity matters and what it looks like for Canadian Evangelicals.
Bill C-51 and Freedom of Worship
Bill C-51 removes a Criminal Code provision protecting the ability of clergy and individuals to participate in religious services without interference or disruption. The EFC is concerned this change will reduce protection for worshippers and places of worship at a time when hate crimes against religious communities in Canada are on the rise. Read more in the EFC’s fact sheet on Bill C-51.
Buying Sex Is a Crime Billboard Campaign
Buying sex (and even attempting to buy sex) is illegal in Canada. The EFC and other organizations across Canada are supporting a national billboard campaign called Buying Sex Is a Crime. Learn more on our website.
Bill 89: Information, Concerns and Next Steps
Ontario passed Bill 89, an overhaul of its child welfare system, on June 1, 2017. The new Supporting Children, Youth and Families Act, 2017 focuses on regulation of foster care, adoption, Children’s Aid Societies and child protection. The EFC has provided a fact sheet with brief description of the bill, our concerns and next steps.
New EFC Podcasts
Listen to our EFC podcasts on Soundcloud, including our latest podcast, “Clean Water in Cambodia.” You can also get EFC Podcasts on iTunes, Google Play or RSS.
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→ B.C. Christian Ashram, Langley, July 14–16
→ Hymn Society Annual Conference, Waterloo, July 16–20
→ Voices of Victory Music Festival, Toronto, August 5
Upcoming Visit to P.E.I.
Don McNiven, our Director of Affiliate & Donor Relations, will be in PEI July 25-28, offering two information sessions. You are welcome to attend – please email Don with your choice of venue.
1. July 26 at 10:00 a.m. at Sherwood Church of the Nazarene, 40 Woodlawn Dr., Charlottetown. 902-368-8484, Pastor David Filsinger
2. July 27 at 7:00 p.m. at Summerside Baptist Church, 219 Church St., Summerside. 902-436-5625, Pastor Cory Somers
If you would like a visit from Don to find out how you can get involved, contact him.
The Rise and Fall (and Rise?) of Evangelicalism in Canada
John Stackhouse traces the history of Canadian evangelicalism in this piece to mark Canada’s 150th anniversary. From East to West to North, he explores the different denominational influences on each region of the country and how they have evolved to the present-day. The article also sheds light on the challenges – and the opportunities – for Canadian evangelicalism in the 21st century.
→ Theological education is especially important here: An interview with Glen Taylor in The Gambia
In Case You Missed It
→ Physicians’ conscience rights case
→ Congratulations to Brian Stiller
→ Three questions about pregnancy care centres