Simeon was an old man in the temple when Mary, Joseph brought their baby Jesus to be dedicated. After seeing Jesus he said he could “be dismissed in peace.” The peace that meeting Jesus brings is Shalom, the ancient Hebrew word that is a blessing of wholeness, completeness, restoration and redemption. So often we define… Read More »Shining Jesus’s Peace in a Dark World (December 7, 2025)
Solidarity Sunday is a special day set aside for Canadian Baptist churches to stand along local churches all over the world who serve their communities as the hands and feet of Jesus. This day provides an opportunity for us to reflect on the ways in which we can be partners in God’s mission to bring… Read More »Solidarity Sunday with CBM (May 25, 2025)
There is so much more to Peace than the absence of conflict. For me it might be the most elusive of Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. For this service, let us consider Shalom, the Hebrew root word for biblical peace. sermon: Advent 2 – Peace (John 14:23 and Psalm 23) with Pastor David Donaldson