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Pivot: A Kairos Story
A story of momentum lost and momentum restored! The Kairos Course had huge momentum early in 2020. As the pandemic unfolded, the Simply Mobilizing team was forced to pause, pray, think and piv...
Voices Around the World
Gordon & Ute Carkner share snippets from letters they've received from past alumni at UBC.
Nova Scotia: A Prophecy & A Prayer
A look at Nova Scotia during this present time, from a local who shares a prophecy & a prayer for Nova Scotia.
Choosing Home
Ask any Third Culture Kid (TCK) where they are from, and the expected answer is, “I don’t know.”
As TCKs, we are told that we are supposed to be on a quest for this illusive idea of home...
3 Canadian Hymns
Looking at the lyrics of 3 Canadian hymns, and reflecting on worship through music.
"It is not enough for most of us simply to hear the Word, or the sermon. If we are going to ...
Should Pastors be Required to Marry All?
Should pastors be required to marry any couple that asks, including same-sex couples? Where is the line between religious rights & legal requirements? A look at civil and religious marriag...
A Community Living Toward Wholeness
“Yes, I love Jesus Christ, but I don’t go to church.”
Over the years, I’ve heard similar statements from lots of people. Asked about church, they may say, “The teaching is good, the music...
Walking by Faith
After all, isn't it God himself who provides us with a sincere and strong faith in Him? What does it mean to walk by faith? Read on for some contemplations on the topic of faith.
Why Canada Needs Biblical Hospitality
Jesus demonstrated how one can balance the tension between pursuing holiness and being a friend of sinners, and he did it through hospitality.
From Risky Experiment to Great Success
In 2009, in response to its growing opportunites and challenges, One Challenge (OC) International took a big risk to respond to its growing international ministries.
One Challenge In...
Canada Day: A Story of Belonging
Our COO, Rick Burdett, is a new(ish) Canadian! This is his story about belonging.
On December 11, 2018, my wife Chris and I became citizens of Canada. Prior to that, for the past nine yea...
A Salute to Dr. Doug Harris
Outreach Canada salutes one of Canada’s great Christian leaders: Dr. Doug Harris