I had the chance to do some guided reading from Scripture today and the verse was “coincidentally” Romans 8. I say “coincidentally” because it’s a passage that has come up time and time again for me. It’s possible I may be a bit oblivious at times so God has to repeat things over and over...Continue Reading
Every morning this week, I’ve woken up early and gone for a short run up and down the hill beside the water. I really have no other option since it’s pitch black and I figure that if I fall down, someone will eventually find me. It’s not exciting at all. All I can see is...Continue Reading
On the floor outside of our room, we received bungee cords this morning. The bungee cord represented things that held us back from being who God calls us to be. As I’ve been reflecting this week, I wonder if one of my “cords” is this fear of disappointing others. I can appreciate how culturally, my...Continue Reading
Today was our “fun” day of outdoor activities. We had one teamwork activity where we had to get across the “lava” with a limited number of planks. I somehow ended up in the front and had to position the plank onto the next branch. I didn’t really pay attention to all the instructions (I know. ...Continue Reading
I’m finally here. From my room, I only have to look out my window and I can see the oceans and mountains. It’s pretty spectacular. There’s been so much that has led up to this trip. When I think of investment, it’s more than the money. It’s the time to actually get the pre-residential assignments...Continue Reading
By: Anthea W. As part of my internship here at ETCBC, I was asked to do a book report on a book called “Invitation to Lead” by Paul Tokunaga. This book is a training manual for Asian American leaders within a Christian community and touches on why Asian Americans all seem to behave a certain...Continue Reading
By: Jefferson C. I’ve been working at St. Jude every Wednesday morning during my internship. My overall experience working at the food bank was good; I got to meet some amazing people and I was able to see much joy and hope from large and small families. However, I have to say I have some...Continue Reading
By: Annie C. This past Sunday, Pastor Tim challenged us to action if there are even 10 people in need in our communities just as Abraham challenged God to spare Sodom (Gen 18:16-33). So let’s talk food since we’ve been supporting St Jude’s Food Bank for the last 10 years or so. In Toronto, nearly...Continue Reading
By: Cecilia F. I have two favourite days for work: One is Wednesday because I spend the morning at St. Jude’s food bank. The other day is Thursday because I spend the evening with the Hubsters, a Victoria Village youth group. Hubsters is comprised of youth from middle school and high school in the Victoria...Continue Reading
By: Jefferson C. “I am not but I know I am,” by Louie Giglio, is a book that serves as a great reminder that we are all just small parts in God’s infinite story. Giglio expresses in first chapter of the book that it’s not about me or I. Throughout the reading of this book, I...Continue Reading
