Tag "Homeless"
Heroes of the stitch
Some of those most vulnerable to COVID-19 are also among the least talked about: the homeless. Without stable places to go for self-isolation, the risk of rapid spread among Ottawa’s homeless population is significant. Ordinary citizens, many from Ottawa’s Christian […]
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Conference seeks to help churches reach marginalized communities
When we belong, we feel cared for, accepted, and respected. Belonging is a universal desire, but sadly many people feel isolated and marginalized, even from the Church. “We are working with […]
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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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Fight the frost
Looking at our snow-covered city from within our warm homes, with full bellies, and busy, relevant lives, it is difficult to consider that Ottawa has declared an emergency situation regarding our “homeless, hungry and hurting” […]
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A gift of CHRIST-mas
The season of joy often rings hollow among the homeless. On December 9, a group of young people plan to bring them some Christmas cheer, complete with an opportunity to receive prayer and start a relationship with […]
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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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Preaching the gospel in unexpected places
A unique church model is bringing the gospel to Ottawa’s unreached residents. Tony Delahunty, of Kingdom Ministries, heads up a church that breaks with the traditional commuter-church […]
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When the gospel smiles back at you
I don’t think any of us were quite sure what to expect when a group of associates and I first felt led to open a dental clinic for the homeless at the Ottawa Mission. Yet, right from the start, there was a definite sense that God was in it. It began with […]
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Music festival outreach targets Vanier
The Dunamis Army is preparing for a major outreach targeting young people in Ottawa. The street-evangelism group, led by Israel Gimba, is hosting a free music festival August […]
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Sharing meals with the less fortunate
Every evening, on weekdays, individuals from all walks of life start milling about the garden at St. Joe’s Supper Table. Some come from work. Others come with their children in tow. These individuals all come for one […]
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