Being a pastor these days is a challenge. Less people in church, fewer volunteers available, yet the harvest continues to be ready. Reignite 2022 will tackle some of the big issues pastors face ministering in this age of secularity. You will not want to miss this opportunity to dialogue with Andrew Root, writer of the 4 volume series, Ministry in a Secular Age.

Frustrated? Run down? Feeling Depressed? Family issues?

Don’t let these fester inside. Talk to someone! Your benefits include an Employee and Family Assistance Programme. All services are confidential and easily accessible to you and those who live with you. Check out all it has to offer. You can access the service by calling 800-287-4765. Your organization is Canadian Baptist Ministries.

This is a confidential service and no one on staff will know you have made use of it.

Remember that your benefits through Canada Life also provide you with access to more than just prescriptions and eye care. It includes the registered services of massage therapy, physiotherapy, chiropractic, and counselling among other things.

Here are some resources to provide you with some support and encouragement.

1. Work life Health – This is a 24/7 hotline available to you at no cost through your benefits. Call 1-800-387-4765 (English)  or  1-800-361-5676 (French)  or visit:  www.workhealthlife.com. 
2. Counselling
   Tyndale Counselling Services – available for individuals, couples, and families
   Living Waters Counselling Centre – available in English and Cantonese
3. Spiritual Direction
   Emmaus Formation Centre  – please contact Sandy Broadus for referrals. 
   Tyndale Association of Spiritual Directors (TASD)

Feel free to contact Marc Potvin or Paul Lam if you have any questions about these resources.

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Weekly Pastor’s Prayer

CBOQ hosts a weekly prayer time for pastors, Tuesdays at 11am. Sign up here and we  will send you a weekly reminder:

Monthly Pastors’ Update

Missed an issue? The Pastors’ Update is sent out on the third Thursday of each month.

If you have any questions about the Pastors’ Update, or if you’re not receiving the Pastors’ Update on a monthly basis, please contact Carol Gouveia, Team Coordinator, Church Life and Leadership.

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