Taking Time for Rest in Ministry
District Representative Gordon Rowland examines the importance of taking time away from the busyness of ministry to rest and be refreshed.
Freedom and Unselfish Living
Gary Semenyna explores the concept of freedom as it relates to the Christian life and the ministry of Village Missions.
Called to Small Church Ministry – Not a Stepping Stone
Serving a small church is not a stepping stone to something better – it is a special calling.
Christ Brings Resurrection Life
How does the resurrection of Jesus affect our life? District Rep Gary Semenyna explores this question as he reflects on his own spiritual journey.
Finding Joy in Uncertain Times
Where can we find joy when it seems like life is a constant struggle? Gordon Rowland looks at Paul’s instruction to “Rejoice always.”
Emmanuel – God With Us
Will there be times that we think that God has left us? Gary Semenyna addresses this question while considering the meaning of the name Emmanuel.
Right or Righteous Before Our Holy God?
This Christmas, are you focused on being right or on being righteous? Murray Graham shares thoughts to guide us to Christ, the Righteous One.
The Heart of a Pastor
What qualities should a pastor have? District Representative Gordon Rowland looks back at his years as a Village Missionary as he ponders this question.
A Variety of Thanks
Gary Semenyna, District Representative for West and East Canada shares his thoughts about Thanksgiving and the variety of blessings we have to be thankful for.
Spring Candidate School 2016
Last week, May 15-20, we held a candidate orientation school, at Faith Mission Retreat Centre in Falkland BC. For the past many years, all of our Canadian candidates would make the trip to Kansas City MO. or Dallas OR, to join together with the the US candidates for the orientation meetings. But this year, due …
The Resurrection and Aunt Patsy
My Aunt Patsy just passed away a few hours ago and in a few days we will celebrate the death and resurrection of our Lord. Aunt Patsy was a strange mix of compassion, unbelievable generosity, intelligence, stubbornness, and mental illness. We loved her but sometimes interacting with her was a challenge. Always sure she was …