A Gentle Answer
“Christ, present in the lives of congregational members, leads them corporately to discover and obey his mind and will. Such ‘congregational governmen...
About Dallas Friesen
Kindness and “Unstuckness”
I have the privilege of journeying with CBOQ churches and leaders. One of my favorite aspects of the journey is seeing them get “unstuck.” Sometimes c...
Four Board Discernment Practices You Can Add to Your Next Board Meeting
Your Church Board is called to lead your congregation well. Your Church Board is called to lead with discernment and wisdom. Discerning God’s will f...
17 in 17—An Update
I love new beginnings because they provide new opportunities and possibilities. 2017 is a new beginning and with it comes an opportunity for CBOQ Past...
Studio or Gallery?
Do you tend to think of the spiritual life more like a museum or an artist’s studio? Why?
Mark Scandrette, Practicing the Way of Jesus, page 53
Rece...
Mind Matters
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) states that mental illness is diagnosed in one in four people. At the same time, CMHA affirms that ment...
Four Questions from Acts 2
It was exactly 20 years ago that I was captivated by the poignant words of Acts 2:42-47. In Acts 2 we get a glimpse of what was going on with the ver...
Churches Helping Churches
Request for original materials developed by and for our CBOQ Churches and Pastors
Do you have original resources that you would be willing to share w...
Decluttering for the New Year
One of the most wonderful things about doing ministry these days is there are literally thousands of resources available to us.
One of the most cha...
Responding to Change
We are living in a fascinating season for churches. For most of us, Post-Christendom Canada, feels like uncharted terrain. The reports are everywhere ...
