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When You’re Called a Mutt: Racism

"Where you from?" asked the lady that I was checking in at the front desk a few years ago. I gave the usual explanation of being a mix of French Canadian, Black Canadian, Metis, and Scandanavian, which I understand is a mix that's not that common. The look I got was a slight look of disgust. (more…)

Bob JonesJune 21, 2020

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2020: WILL THE PIECES GO BACK TOGETHER AGAIN?

For the year 2020, I selected “Shalom” as my theme word. Shalom commonly brings to mind the idea of peace. 2020 is not even half over and it has been anything but peaceful. In fact, the world is falling to pieces and all bets are off if the king’s men and the king’s horses can put the pieces back together again. (more…)

Bob JonesJune 18, 2020

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The Surprising Effects of Looking Down on Mental Health

The next time you’re feeling sad and depressed, pay close attention to your posture. You’ll likely be slumped over with your neck and shoulders curved forward and head looking down. (more…)

Bob JonesJune 13, 2020

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WHEN YOU’RE CALLED OUT TO SPEAK UP

This week I got called out by someone in our black community to speak up as a leader on #blacklivesmatter. I was a little taken back because I wanted to remain in a posture of listening and learning. I am bravely stepping out to do what I can to lean into hard conversations presently. (more…)

Bob JonesJune 13, 2020

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IN THE LINE OF DUTY

Thousands of police officers from across Canada and around the world marched through the streets of downtown Edmonton to honour Cst. Daniel Woodall of the Edmonton Police Service, a husband and father of two, slain in the line of duty. (more…)

Bob JonesJune 11, 2020

Life Formation Life Stories

A City Turns Blue for Cst Woodall

Claire Woodall was aware something bad was going down on Monday night, June 8, 2015 in Edmonton’s Callingwood neighbourhood. She was tuned in not only because of her employment at a local Edmonton radio station, but her husband Daniel was on duty that night with the Edmonton Police Service. (more…)

Bob JonesJune 10, 2020

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IN THE LIGHT OF RACIAL JUSTICE

COVID restrictions are loosened in Alberta and believers are re-gathering in churches. The biggest concerns appear to be over being asked not to sing, hug as fellowship, and wear masks. We’ve learned a lot in isolation but what if God reserved our most important lesson for now? (more…)

Bob JonesJune 7, 2020

Life Formation Life Stories

KINGDOM NORMAL WHAT THE WORLD NEEDS NOW

The last six days have been anguished. George Floyd's murder in Minneapolis by a peace officer entrusted with upholding the law and the resulting riots have set America ablaze. Add to that the devastation on so many levels of a worldwide COVID pandemic and it’s not unexpected to feel a magnified sense of despair. (more…)

Bob JonesMay 31, 2020

Life Formation Life Stories

BRING THEM CLOSER: MENTAL HEALTH AND FAMILIES

You can’t be in Connie Jakab’s company very long before you hear her use the phrase, “I believe in hope.” It's not overreaching to say she dispenses hope. Her latest book, Bring Them Closer is a case in point. (more…)

Bob JonesMay 28, 2020

Life Stories

REWRITING THE STORIES OF THE BROKEN: CONNIE JAKAB

It’s time to rewrite the stories of the broken. For those who feel imprisoned by chains of anxiety, depression, disorders, shame and isolation to find freedom. (more…)

Bob JonesMay 27, 2020

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When You’re Called a Mutt: Racism

2020: WILL THE PIECES GO BACK TOGETHER AGAIN?

The Surprising Effects of Looking Down on Mental Health

WHEN YOU’RE CALLED OUT TO SPEAK UP

IN THE LINE OF DUTY

A City Turns Blue for Cst Woodall

IN THE LIGHT OF RACIAL JUSTICE

KINGDOM NORMAL WHAT THE WORLD NEEDS NOW

BRING THEM CLOSER: MENTAL HEALTH AND FAMILIES

REWRITING THE STORIES OF THE BROKEN: CONNIE JAKAB