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May 23, 2025 – Reclaiming Healing: Reflections on Len Pierre’s TEDx Talk “Decolonizing Substance Use and Addiction”
I was deeply touched and inspired by Len Pierre’s TEDxSFU talk, Decolonizing Substance Use and Addiction. As a Coast Salish educator and traditional knowledge keeper from the Katzie First Nation, Pierre speaks with clarity, conviction, and deep compassion about the complex realities of addiction, especially within Indigenous communities. What makes his message so powerful is… Continue reading
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May 23, 2025 – Feeding Hope and Facing Questions: A Community Reflects on Food Insecurity in Richmond
When we speak about food insecurity, homelessness, and human dignity, we must also be willing to listen. After sharing “Feeding Hope in Richmond” on Reddit, I took time to read through each comment. I found myself encouraged by some, challenged by others, and reminded of how layered and complex these issues are in our city.… Continue reading
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May 21, 2025 – Loving Our Neighbors: A Faith-Based Reflection on Substance Use and Stigma
A recent webinar hosted by the Community Addictions Peer Support Association (CAPSA) delivered a profound message. It wasn’t just another public health presentation; it was a deeply moving invitation for churches and community groups to fundamentally rethink their approach to substance use. It called us to embody the compassion of Christ in tangible, practical ways,… Continue reading
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May 21, 2025 – Breaking the Silence: What I Learned from a CAPSA Webinar on Substance Use and Stigma
A recent webinar hosted by the Community Addictions Peer Support Association (CAPSA) shed light on the pervasive issue of stigma surrounding substance use, offering a powerful call to action for individuals and communities to respond with compassion rather than judgment. The session emphasized that understanding and addressing stigma is crucial for fostering healing and support.… Continue reading
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May 18, 2025 – Feeding Hope in Richmond: A Glimpse into Our Ongoing Crisis
Recently, I joined other community partners for the monthly Richmond Food Aid Delivery (FAD) Coalition meeting—a gathering that offers both sobering reminders and resilient hope. While the coalition’s primary mission is simple—to provide one prepared meal per day to those experiencing chronic homelessness—the stories behind each meal reveal the deeper challenges facing our city. As… Continue reading
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May 17, 2025 – Beyond the Walls: When the Gospel Gets Its Hands Dirty
The phrase has been echoing in online circles recently: “The Church is not an NGO; it exists for the Gospel.” On the surface, it’s a sharp reminder that the Church’s core mission transcends the structures of secular non-profits, urging us to remember our foundation – the Good News of Jesus Christ. But what happens when… Continue reading
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May 17, 2025 – Beyond Attendance: When More Isn’t Necessarily More in Worship
My recent conversation with a young man deeply involved in his church community offered a fascinating glimpse into how different individuals perceive and prioritize aspects of faith. He spoke passionately about his involvement in a “one church, one city” movement and, in comparing it to a larger congregation, emphasized the profound piety he felt within… Continue reading
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May 16, 2025 – The Comfort of Coffee, Tears of Hope, and the Spirit’s Touch: A Richmond Bible Study
Yesterday morning held a deeply meaningful encounter in a local Richmond, British Columbia coffee shop. It wasn’t a routine meeting, but a scheduled time to offer spiritual support, Christian fellowship, and the grounding of Bible study specifically to a mother from our community as she bravely shared her trauma and challenging history. Joining me was… Continue reading
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May 13, 2025 – Five Years, A Province Away, and the Unfolding Path of Connection
Five years ago, just as the world was about to change in profound ways, I found myself making a significant move – from Ontario to the welcoming embrace of British Columbia. As an Anglican priest stepping into a new community where I knew no one, I felt a deep calling to understand the people and… Continue reading
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May 10, 2025 – Remembering Trey Helten (Ashtrey): A Life That Held Us Together
Today, I stood among many at 159 East Hastings, in the heart of the Downtown Eastside, to remember and honour Trey Helten, also known as Ashtrey. We gathered in the Balmoral parking lot, a space that has witnessed both hardship and healing, much like the man we came to celebrate. The crowd was large. People… Continue reading
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