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"Love without justice leads to rivalry, and eventually to hate. Justice without love is devoid of the humanising forces of compassion and mercy. We need both. This unique ethical vision – the love of God for humans and of humans for God, translated into an ethic of love toward both neighbour and stranger – is the foundation of Western civilisation and its abiding glory.” -Rabbi Jonathan Sacks
Fireworks last night, celebrating Canada Day-Canada’s 158th birthday! The true north strong and free!
The Rev. Dr. Walter Brueggemann died this past Thursday, June 5, 2025, at the age of 92. He was a professor of Hebrew Bible-the Older Testament, and a prolific author of over 100 books. Although, ironically, he was an ordained minister, he apparently never served as a parish pastor—even though he was a mentor to countless pastors. To read his obituary, click here.
The ruins of the Anglican church in Jasper, the fire destroyed about 30% of the town. The United Church was also destroyed, nothing remains of it.