The words infused my mind. “Hold on, don’t let go, you might figure out you’re stronger than you know…” (more…)
Bob JonesAugust 5, 2023
Lorie confided in me that a medical condition had driven her to living a life "of passionate urgency." She partied hard in the bar scene, suffered through abusive relationships with boyfriends, traveled solo to Australia and jumped out of planes. Lorie visited mosques, because she was part Arabic, to find something she couldn't quite put her finger on. (more…)
Bob JonesMay 1, 2022
When someone dear to you dies, the lessons you learn about life are priceless. (more…)
Bob JonesSeptember 1, 2020
At the halfway marker of a 10km fundraiser, a volunteer observed the pair of running shoes hanging around my neck and made an astute guess. “You must be running for someone today.” (more…)
Bob JonesFebruary 24, 2020
If anyone knew Jesus was virgin born, it was Mary. Her silence at the cross is proof that her story was indeed true. (more…)
Bob JonesDecember 3, 2019
Kristen Fersovitch was a 28 year-old wife and mother of three sons under the age of four, when she was diagnosed with inoperable cancer and given only months to live. Like an ornament on a beautifully decorated Christmas tree, her life went on display for all to see. (more…)
Bob JonesMay 10, 2019
Faith, joy and hope are timeless qualities that will help you be your best even when life is at its worst. For Kristen Fersovitch they were a trilogy of tested and trusted convictions. When Kristen was diagnosed with inoperable cancer in 2011, she had no idea her story would inspire thousands of people across Canada. She has appeared in national magazines, newspapers, blogs and published in a hardcover book. In December 2015, CTV Edmonton ran a prime time feature on her life of music, family, marriage, parenting, and hope. Thank you, Dez Melenka at CTV for so beautifully telling Kristen's story. Purchase your copy of Ornament online at Chapters.ca or at any of these Edmonton area outlets. Read Kristen's inspiring…
Bob JonesFebruary 9, 2016