Category: CBAC News

Five years ago today the Syrian civil war began. It continues to ravage lives and communities in Syria today. Much of the entire world has felt the effects of this war particularly as millions are displaced internally and millions more seek refuge in welcoming nations…. Read More »

The CABC & Alpha Canada are partnering to bring workshops to Atlantic Canada April 5-8 in various locations (Bridgewater, Halifax, Charlottetown, Saint John, Moncton & Fredericton). We have invited Shaila Visser, National Director of Alpha Canada, to come and speak to our pastoral and lay… Read More »

What might happen if every existing church in Atlantic Canada were to re-capture the vision for mission, for multiplication, for radical generosity and intentional discipleship that Jesus envisioned? MULTIPLY has been designed with both the church planter and established church leader in mind in order… Read More »

I hate Facebook. Well that’s not exactly true. Let me try again. I dislike Facebook. Well that’s closer, but I’m still not comfortable with that either. Let me try one more time. I think Facebook is like the church of Laodicea (Rev. 3:14-16): lukewarm; neither… Read More »

African Heritage Month begins today. Also known as Black History Month, February has been set aside as an opportunity for us to recognize contributions past and present of the African community to Canadian culture. How has it impacted where you live? We recognize the significant… Read More »

Each year, Acadia Divinity College hosts a lecture series in preaching and practical theology for pastors and students. February 8-11 @ Acadia University or online. Guest speaker is Dr. Anna Robbins. Throughout the past century, the Christian church in Canada has become accustomed to proclaiming… Read More »

We are in the midst of a significant national conversation about the duty of care we owe one another at the end of life, the legalization of euthanasia and the protection of religious freedom and conscience. Last fall, our Executive Minister, Rev. Dr. Peter Reid,… Read More »

Crandall University President Dr. Bruce Fawcett announced that, following an extensive search process, the Board of Governors has approved the appointment of Dr. Jon Ohlhauser as the university’s next VPAA, effective January 1, 2016. The VPAA is a key role in the campus leadership team,… Read More »

Looking for last minute gifts? Something for that person that has everything? We’re nearing the end of 2015 – maybe you’re considering an end of year donation? When you give a gift, both you (the giver) and the recipient are blessed – one by giving,… Read More »

The Paris and San Bernardino killings coupled with desperate Muslim refugees in need of hospitality have brought many disciples of Jesus to a crossroads. Radical commands like: love your neighbour, love your enemy, do good to those who hate you, show hospitality to strangers (and… Read More »