World Day of Prayer gathers faiths for 2009 service
A wave of prayer brings Christians of all traditions together on March 6 2009 for the World Day of Prayer service. Neepawa hosts at 2 p.m. at St John Ukrainian Catholic Church with themes from Papua New Guinea. The event, run by Inter-Church Council of Canada and the Fellowship of the Least Coin, promotes unity, justice and interfaith dialogue across Canada and the world.
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Canada
United States
WDOP
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New Guinea
Pacific Ocean
Inter-Church Council of Canada
Council
Fellowship
WICC
James
Jesus
Identity Through Family Roles and Memories
The narrator reflects on birth order and family dynamics, noting the second-oldest position among four girls. She describes frugal skills, farming life, and parental influence, pairing her sister’s culinary talent with their mother’s craft and garden artistry, all shaping a resilient, creative household.
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Sister
Just Do Your Best Opens a Personal Reflection
Rita Friesen reflects on self improvement and accountability, noting early parental unacceptance, growth through marriage, faith, and guidance. She recalls telling her daughter to “just do your best,” a lesson she believes holds from childhood to adulthood.
Right Track or Rough Road We Travel Together
The reflection urges trust in God during life’s bumps and rough spots. It cites 1 Corinthians 10 13 about God’s faithfulness and invites allowing Jesus Christ to take the wheel to ensure we endure no more than we can handle.
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Paul
God
Jesus Christ
Abbotsford letter calls for tough crime plan and exit seats
A long readers’ letter from Abbotsford B C condemns gun violence and proposes a “Fast Bill” three strikes policy. The writer warns of violence seen in Abbotsford, praises police, and urges MPs Ed Fast and Merv Tweed to act, while mocking political norms and urging Canadians to reflect on law and order.
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Abbotsford
B.C
Afghanistan
United States
Canada
Ed Fast
Merv Tweed
Justice
Vic Toews
Russell
Manitoba
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