Tag "Drugs"
Ottawa’s prison ministries prepare for post-COVID programs
While most of Canada has come out of pandemic restrictions, prisons remain thoroughly locked down. In prison, internet access is strictly prohibited, which has made prison ministry especially difficult for the past two years. To help local prison ministries prepare […]
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Renamed for redemption
Redemption and a new chance at life (with support to overcome past failures) are central to the Gospel message. At Whitestone, a new Ottawa-based ministry, they apply that very literally, for […]
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Challenged into freedom
Teen Challenge Canada is opening an addictions treatment centre in the Ottawa Valley, and even before launching the centre is already bearing fruit. “I joined the choir and we took a trip to the Ottawa Valley to raise awareness for this new centre. While on that trip, I came to know the Lord.” […]
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A clean start
It began with a church service. Having recently come to Ottawa and wanting to spend time with his sister, Jonathan Langille accompanied her to Union City Church. Once there, however, Langille was suddenly overcome with emotion. “I cried the whole service, tears […]
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Drinking for recovery
Kombucha, a fermented and sweetened black or green tea known for its health benefits, is a growing fad, but thanks to an Ottawa pastor the beverage is also giving a boost to local addiction recovery initiatives. Jon Ruby, who pastors Union City Church in […]
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A drug addict’s secret
Chris Poulson has had a hard life. Abused as a young child, the shame drove him to act out in school and experiment with drugs, but after years of crime and addiction, an experience at Harvest House, a Christian rehabilitation centre, helped turn the tides […]
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A life restored
Ottawa has a number of recovery ministries doing great work with struggling individuals. The stories of how they change lives are a fantastic source of encouragement. Here is James Carpenter’s story […]
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