Changing our sense of self and truth. A whisper in Herod's winter. The Prince of Light among the paranormal. Our children deserve better than porn sex education. Telling hopeful stories in a disillusioned age. Old books, new schools. One on one with artist Patty Bowman Kingsley
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Cover story
Changing our sense of self and truth. New study of Canadian youth delves deeply into effects of social media. By Bill Fledderus, with John Longhurst
Features
A whisper in Herod’s winter. Christmas is a time of hidden hope. By Mark Glanville
The Prince of Light among the paranormal. Christian ministry amid unfamiliar spiritualities. By Alex Newman
Our children deserve better than porn for sex education. Parent-led sex education is more urgent than ever and should not wait for puberty. There are good Christian resources to help. By David G. Dyck
Telling hopeful stories in a disillusioned age. The Apostle Paul’s letters are a model for charities. By Ellen Graf-Martin
Old books, new schools. Why classical Christian education is suddenly growing. By Phil Cotnoir
The FT Interview: One on one with artist Patty Bowman Kingsley
In each issue
Behind the scenes. Remembering Jim. James Beverley was FT’s longest-running columnist. By Bill Fledderus
Talking points. Elected, Appointed, Merging, Milestones, Readers write
News. Notes. Ideas
- Daniel and the Fiery Furnace. Canadian filmmakers bring biblical epic to the big screen. By Adam Kline
- Becoming one family in Christ. The Lulu Tree equips mothers worldwide through the local church. By Abby Ciona
- Faith Trends. Half of Canadians say social media negatively affects them.
- Inspiring Ideas. Bridging Indigenous and Christian worship. Manitoba fireworks show faith. Homeless pianist raises $50,000 for charity. Celebrate the nations in Alberta.
- Canadian Christian charities provide unique gift ideas. Canadian Christian charities provide unique gift ideas. Annual Faith Today roundup of charity gift guides.
- Using fashion to fight trafficking. IJM’s Dressember fundraiser raises awareness through dressing up. By Meagan Gillmore
- By the numbers. Artificial intelligence: Canadian usage and opinions.
- Noteworthy: West Edmonton Mall chapel continues to draw in youth. Another possible Jesus’ tomb. 1,600-year-old basilica uncovered in northern Italy. Damaged church draws visitors with art. Teens feel tension: Barna Research.
- A community of dignity. Church outreach meets needs in the centre of Calgary. By Caleb Burney
Cross connections. Mending the social safety net. Can Evangelicals unite for a hurting Canada? By David Guretzki
At issue: For prayer and action. Equipping those who care for Canadian youth.
The gathering place. Where justice and mercy meet. Public witness and institutional integrity. By Bruce J. Clemenger
News from the EFC. Debate on MAiD for mental illness. Presidents Day. Praying for persecuted Christians. With Alberta at the crossroads. New pastoral needs study. Cultivating Kingdom prayer.
Event Calendar. EFC events. Community events.
Thriving in digital. Finding faith beyond the feed. Helping teens and youth workers with social media. By Joanna la Fleur
History lesson. Nurse Myra Bennett. Immigrant served Newfoundlanders for 60 years. By Allison Lynn Flemming
All things reconciled: News from the Peace and Reconciliation Network. Religious freedom in the workplace. Engaging God’s reconciling heart through prayer. WEA urges Israel to protect Palestinian civilians. Walking for peace. By Abby Ciona
Church in community. Mississauga church runs low-cost youth music program. By Sammy Kyereme
Books & culture
- Review: Make Your Home in This Luminous Dark: Mysticism, Art, and the Path of Unknowing, by James K. A. Smith
- Film review: The Odyssey, directed by Christopher Nolan. By Adam Kline
- Review: Christ or Collapse: The Case against Godless Government, by David Haskell. By Kevin Flatt
- Review: The Good Girl’s Guide to Love + War, by Dorothy Bentley. By Kathleen Templeton
- Q + A: Stacey Weeks: 15 books and counting
- Canadian Creatives: Veils, artwork by Melody Bellefeuille-Frost
- New media roundup
- Imma See for Myself: A Stubborn Girl’s Guide to Trusting God (the First Time Around), by Ariel Fitz-Patrick
- Unshackled: Untangling Inherited Faith to Uncover the Grace You Were Never Shown, by Gord Penner
- Life “In Christ”: Pastoral Theology and Common Worship, by Peter M. B. Robinson and George R. Sumner
- Christian Higher Education in a Secular Age: Charles Taylor, the Humanities, and Faith-Based Education, edited by A. J. Demoskoff and Matthew Zantingh
- Early Warning: How to Lead with Wisdom in Times of Technological Disruption, by David Swisher
- Fatal Impulse: A Green Dory Inn Mystery, by Janet Sketchley
- Rethinking Christian-Muslim Relations: Toward Respectful and Effective Witness in a Global Age, edited by Jose Abraham and Alexander S. Lee
- Goodnight Kevin, We’ll See You in the Morning, by Jenni Petkau
- The Changing World of Atheism: Coming to Grips with Recent Atheist Strategies and Signs Pointing to God, by Paul Chamberlain
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