Rebuilding faith and rural community spirit
A former farm boy preacher laments fading rural life and rising living costs. He urges locals to shop at home, cut travel, form coalitions, and revive church, volunteer, and community networks to restore togetherness and faith while facing tough times.
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Jesus Christ
God
Mr Pete remembered as an ordinary man of impact
A reminiscence of Mr Pete from a rural community. The narrator recalls a close knit farming circle, the respect shown to elders, and how Mr Pete helped a recently divorced mother by proposing her as a vacation Bible school teacher. His humor, humility, and simple acts became life changing.
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Pete
Mrs. Pete
Dad
Lam
Thad
Cold Wave Reflections On Weather And Faith
A reader recalls bitter cold and corded block heaters while observing prairie weather trends. Scientists study climate and test theories, with ongoing efforts and setbacks. The writer cites Psalm 95 to affirm God’s control over creation and looks toward a coming season.
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David
Second Opinion Barred by Local Clinic Policy in Neepawa
Helen Drysdale of Neepawa Manitoba writes about her husband Allan’s stage 4 cancer and a denied second opinion due to the local Medical Clinic’s policy. She urges patients to seek care in other cities, notes Manitoba Health rights, and asks readers to contact the minister of Health with concerns.
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Allan
Neepawa
Medical Center
Manitoba
Helen Drysdale Neepawa
Nominees Sought for Manitoba History Award Honoring Preservation Efforts
Lt Governor Janice Filmon invites public nominations for the 2017 Lieutenant Governor's Award for Historical Preservation and Promotion in consultation with the Manitoba Historical Society. Nominations due February 28 and up to five recipients will be announced at Government House in May.
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Janice Filmon
Manitoba
Manitoba Historical Society
Canada
Filmon
MHS
Manitoba History Journal
Government House
Lieutenant Governor of
Manitobalg.ca
Mhs.mb
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