Originally published by Young Life Capernaum on May 15, 2018. By Tom VanWingerden, Friendship Ministries Executive Director When I joined Friendship Ministries over 3 years ago, I became much more aware of the many wonderful ministries that work toward creating […]
by Mark Stephenson Director of Disability Concerns of the Christian Reformed Church in North America When our oldest child, Nicole, was born extremely prematurely, my wife and I didn’t know whether she would live or die. Praise God, she will […]
Easter is such a wonderful time for celebration! But can you imagine, for a moment, what it was like for those first few followers to discover that Jesus was alive? First their disbelief, then their amazement, and then their joy! […]
What does it look like to incorporate inclusion into every aspect of life? A man named Jean Vanier asked that question more than five decades ago. He was concerned about the way that people with disabilities seemed to be cut […]
by Karen Pimpo Happy Valentine’s Day! Today is a time to celebrate love. At Friendship, we get excited about love. It’s at the very core of what we do. We recognize that ALL people – regardless of ability – are […]
Ten years ago, we published a newsletter article about a new, unique community that was just getting started at Western Theological Seminary. Did you ever wonder whether it “worked?” Keep reading to find out! by Matt Floding, Director of Ministerial Formation, […]
Ten years ago, we published the following article about a new, unique community that was just getting started at Western Theological Seminary. Did you ever wonder whether it “worked?” Stay tuned for next week’s blog to find out! When a […]
Little children are often taught to fold their hands and bow their heads before a meal. As the food lies steaming on the table, we make ourselves stop, pause, and give thanks for God’s provision in our lives. Sometimes, in […]
“Hey, everyone… it’s time for another festival!” The Friendship Festival brings people together for a day of good fun and fellowship. Friends and mentors, parents and volunteers from Friendship Clubs in churches throughout southern Ontario join with friends from group […]
For Christmas this year, we got a new website! We’ve spent the fall selecting and composing the content that will tell the world who we are and what we do, and why. Naturally, this has made us pause for a […]
