University of Waterloo Chinese Christian Fellowship

Musings on Fellowship

2005-12-08T17:07:00.000-05:00

Musings on Fellowship
Kevin Leung (3A Statistics)
I believe that it is important for Christians to be part of a fellowship. Fellowship is a place for believers to gather so that they could build up one another in their walk with God. By meeting together, Christians are also able to care for one another’s needs and find support through prayer, accountability and service.

Prayer is important in fellowship because the power of praying in a group can make a difference. There is comfort in letting others know of your needs and your requests and God listens to prayers, and when many pray earnestly for something to happen in His will, He will answer.

Accountability is important because it allows for openness and honesty and people can begin to share about the deeper issues going on in their lives, it also helps those that are struggling in different areas of life to find support and encouragement.

Service is important because we have all been given different gifts that we could use to benefit others. All of us have been blessed with talent or the desire to serve in one way or another, nothing done to serve in fellowship is insignificant, anything done can contribute to the growth of the Body of Christ.

If one just goes to Church on a Sunday, it does not allow enough time for believers to bond and relate with each other. That’s why it is important for Christians to attend a fellowship where they can experience the love of Christ through other believers.

It is also a place for non-Christians to come to experience the warmth and friendly environment that should be present in a fellowship so that they could see love and unity among believers. It might be a first step for them before they start attending Church on Sundays.

reference: CCF Handbook, released Fall 2005

Musings on Confession

2005-12-07T18:43:00.000-05:00

Musings on Confession
Yuling Lee (Mathematics Alumni)
It seemed like yesterday that I sat in a room filled with fellow brothers and sisters from various Chinese Christian Fellowships across Ontario. This was the last night at Campus Challenge (an equipping conference for CCFers) and we were expected to bare our souls to one another. Clearly, I was more than skeptical by the setup for such a sharing experience. And yet, one by one, several people began sharing thanksgivings and prayer requests – sometimes silly (inducing many giggles from the girls), other times quite appropriate (resulting in massive amounts of head-nodding)… but really, could I honestly think that any life-change can result from such artificial-spiritually-charged events? I don’t think my life will be changed by a program.

After several more quick moments of sharing, a brother dared to do a courageous thing, a Christian thing, a practical demonstration of a spiritual discipline that has been lost on many of us:

He began to confess.

Unbelievably, this guy starting sharing about the issue of sexual addiction. He shared about his struggles with pornography and his inability to change. He wanted to share with us, to confess to US, because that seemed right to do. It seemed like what God wanted him to do.

This spirit of confession began to permeate our entire group. One by one, many brothers began to repent about similar sins. Soon, you could see the spiritual guard on people’s faces begin to wash away. Our sisters were wonderful and they went outside the room and began to share about comparable taboo matters of sin. Spontaneous prayer began for both groups… we even laid hands on a brother and prayed for him!

Now that I’m a few years older, I still find it difficult to figure out what confessional faith looks like. I start to doubt whether it matters if I have built in resentment, or anger, or lust… cause wouldn’t Jesus forgive all that anyway? So I’m grateful for James when he wrote that we should confess our sins to each other and pray for one another so that we may be healed. The more I thought about his words, the more I see that this is the duty of every Christian. It’s part of our job description to be priests to one another, to be conveyers of God’s grace to each other.

And this extends past our community of believers, but to the rest of the campus – imagine an entire fellowship willing to take a confessional attitude about our faith. We will not use manipulative tactics to share the good news. We will not impose our religious structures and traditions on those who find them foreign. We will not condemn those who we perceive to have different beliefs.

Rather, imagine having an attitude like Christ Jesus himself. An attitude of incredible humbleness and selflessness. An attitude that would endure all grief, sweat and tears and still be willing to sacrifice it all. An attitude based on confessional faith that can be clearly seen when Jesus poured out his doubts and his praises to God in a garden the night before his crucifixion.

This is such a wonderful gospel that we have. Let’s confess it to others.

reference: CCF Handbook, released Fall 2005

Short Term Missions?

2005-12-03T22:02:00.000-05:00

I know that co-op makes short-term mission opportunities difficult, but I heartily recommend them to anyone who can go. We are definitely feeling that the harvest is ready but the workers are few. Here is the website you can pass on to the CCFers: http://www.ca.omf.org/content.asp?id=13036. If anyone has any questions or is interestred please feel free to contact Josh Grisdale (CCF Grad) grisdalejosh(at)omf.net

The Package

2005-12-03T00:15:00.000-05:00

27 Let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel, 28 and not frightened in anything by your opponents. This is a clear sign to them of their destruction, but of your salvation, and that from God. 29 For it has been granted to you that for the sake of Christ you should not only believe in him but also suffer for his sake, 30 engaged in the same conflict that you saw I had and now hear that I still have.
Philippians 1:27-30

As Christians, we are called to live a life “worthy of the gospel of Christ”. The gospel and a holy life should be a package; and when a non-believer sees this package, it should produce a change in his life. We are plates that the gospel is being served on. If we are in sin, it discredits the integrity of the gospel message. The gospel maybe wonderful but if the plates are dirty, who would want to touch it.

Am I clean? Am I dishes that God would want to use? Am I living a life that has a positive impact or is people going to reject the gospel as they look at me and my actions? Do people see the gospel live out in my life?

I myself am guilty of this. I talk the talk but I don’t walk the walk. I can remember on countless occasions, my actions were far from being worthy of the gospel. It hurts me to just to think back and wonder, if I behaved righteously on that occasion, will he have a relationship with Christ right now.

The message is merely ordinary words without a holy life. So, ask yourself, what areas of your life are not clean and work hard on changes the sinful ways.

http://www.rbc.org/ourjourney/oj20051129.php

[posted by mr. johnny au]

the roots of CCF

2005-11-28T14:59:00.000-05:00

Established in 1968, the Chinese Christian Fellowship at Waterloo began as informal gatherings at the home of Professor David and Rose Pei. At that time Chinese churches did not exist, nor were there many Chinese in Waterloo; but as we all know, Chinese people congregate. So the Chinese Christians did, with the express purpose of studying the Word of God, and inviting others to join them as well.

Terrance Lau, a Christian through student Bible studies, came across literature testifying of how God was working on campuses through Bible study groups while studying his undergrad. When he moved to Waterloo for graduate studies, he began looking for a bible study group and asking God “What can you do through me?”. God quickly answered his prayers in the summer of 1970 by putting him in touch with Professor Pei and family and sending Reverend Arthur and Margaret Louis from Winnipeg Alliance to Waterloo. Together they worked with other Chinese students and local workers to develop the Chinese Christian Fellowship. This year also brought about the move in locations to the Waterloo Lutheran Seminary (now Sir Wilfred Laurier University).

The next couple years brought in many Cantonese speaking people and while none of them were Canadian born Chinese, English remain the official language of the fellowship. The first student winter conference in eastern Canada took place shortly after which served as a major force that shaped the fellowship body dynamics to fervently study His word and share it with others who wished to hear it.

The 1967 change in immigration policy made it easier for Chinese people to immigrate. Gradually the demographics changed to what we have today.

Five of the early fellowshipers are now full time ministers at Chinese churches within the Greater Toronto Area. One of them, Dr. Terrance Lau, challenges us to maintain the Bible study ministry and pray that God would raise up spiritually mature believers to impact the lives of others around. Faith integrated into life through interaction (eg. discussion) shape the spiritually of the fellowship.

“Be very careful, then, how you live – not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” Ephesians 5:15-16 (NIV)

reference: CCF Handbook, released Fall 2005

running with itty-bitty shorts

2005-11-03T20:39:00.000-05:00

“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with PERSEVERANCE the race God has set before us.”
Hebrews 12:1

“…throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles”; in the NLT version it says “let us strip off every weight that slows us down”. Picture yourself wearing big baggy pants while you’re running a race – you’d totally trip over. Or even…picture yourself running with the hottest high heel shoes on your feet. Or picture yourself running with your laptop in your arms. Or picture yourself running with a bottle of in either hand. Or picture yourself running with shopping bags filled with items in your hands. Or picture yourself running with your boyfriend or girlfriend on your back. Hah – all these things would look rather ridiculous if you were seriously thinking about running a race with them. You know those crazy hockey moms who scream stuff at you…well…God’s not a hockey mom, but He’s one heck of a coach. I’m sure He’d tell you that you’d move much faster IF you did this…I’m not saying these things are bad. Or even necessarily sinful…but when you’re not willing to put them down to run this race…then, maybe, we need to re-evaluate where we are with God. I don’t think there’s anything wrong with shopping, or wearing fashionably ‘in’ clothing, or taking care of your laptop – because it’s your ‘baby’. Organizing our priorities is where we often struggle most. If these things are hindering our walk with God then we should really consider what we want to strive for. Are we willing to sit idle with these worldly things…or are we gonna get off our butts, drop everything and RUN?

After reading this passage, I sorta understand why some runners wear those itty-bitty shorts. Marathon runners are trained to run races…and with running races, they know the benefits of wearing certain clothes and pacing themselves at a certain pace. Runners wear short-shorts to avoid resistance…so nothing is holding them back. I think…at first, to wear short-shorts, it would be rather uncomfortable. You would feel somewhat vulnerable, even. But when you see that finish line…when you have other people rooting us on…that naked feeling goes away. We gotta encourage one another to train for this race. There’s no way we should expect to make it through without some sort of training. I’m not encouraging us all to go out and buy short shorts (PLEASE don’t do that). But what are we prepared to do?? What I would like to encourage is that we evaluate our lives…consider the things that may be slowing us down…consider what things we’re holding on to…and really think about the things we’re willing to let go, so that we can move faster and more efficiently in this race. ALL or NOTHING, guys…ALL or NOTHING.

-Alison Wong

Journal reflection

2005-10-24T23:04:00.000-04:00

wednesday.october.eighteen.twothousandfive
ten:fortytwo
SLC silent study hall

Was reading the paper today and an article on Judith Miller, NY Times Reporter' caught my attention. Journalism used to be my hope and dream. I remember working on the school paper back in grade 10 (almost 10 years ago.. wow...) and loving every moment of it. It was a a thrill to work with a hard and fast deadline of getting a 'copy' (i think that's what they called it. i forget now..) to the printer at the precise time so that production would occur. The 'it is finished' feeling as the burden of stress instantaneously lifted off your back was definitely something to live for. But even in anticipation of that moment, the thrill of going out and digging up the dirt and getting your own story to tell others enticed me. And as much as mom would forbid me to go to a warring country, I envied the lives of war press personnel.

Journalists as people who seek, expose and reveal the truth in a timely manner (eg. daily deadlines) and having an accountability group (eg. readers who respond with feedback..) in friendly competition with other peers to get the story first. This is a super cool job cause it parallels much of what goes on in the Christian life I'm supposed to live.

journalists pursue truth; the Christian Life is about the Pursuit of Truth: with a key difference between the journalistic truth and Christian Truth. Journalists look for the truth story to tell, The Truth that Christians pursue is Jesus (John 14:6), Amos 3:
Seeking God is an adventure that is both EXCITING and FUN. Getting into His word is EXCITING and FUN if done properly (if not, can easily be DULL and BORING).

journalists expose truth; The Christian Life is about exposure and 'revealing' of Truth by Truth: I've struggled recently with focusing when reading His word and as a result it hasn't been as EXCITING and FUN as He meant it to be. But God exposed the truth about myself to me - that I was lacking orthopraxy (right practise of the gospel) and therefore my orthodoxy was skewed (right thinking and opinion) since they are inter-dependant. This was a real 'blow' to me. (Luke 12:35-48, emphasis 47-48) Exposure of truth hurts; but, I'd rather God do surgery with me now than, later, not be able to enter His home. Consider role of Scripture Hebrews 4:12-13.

Revealing means 'to make known by supernatural means i.e. God' (dictionary.com).... The Holy Spirit plays a key role in understanding Truth to be revealed. And this is exciting - because the Truth that Christians reveal is life changing, whereas the truth that journalists seek out is just a really good story. Both stories true, but one with much more power. duh.. God was involved...

journalists live to share with the world (ie. get published), The Christian Life is about the sharing of Truth: Although the motive may differ, there is something special about Truth. Truth can not be contained. His love for us overflows. Likewise, we can't claim to be reborn without sharing with one another. Just like thousands of people anticipate the morning paper with their Tim Horton's coffee, people are waiting to hear my (your) testimony! How this takes place takes many forms (eg. speech, writing, art, action, to name a few)

Side Note: to the fellowship - from one body part to another...
Because I'm a part of this (Chinese Christian Fellowship) body (i.e. the way that God has purposed for me to grow in Him this academic year), He's challenge me to challenge you…

I Corinthians 12:26 "If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honoured, every part rejoices with it."

My apologies for not being able to meet you all in person and hear your stories, I encourage you to pursue Truth. The theme/vision for this year encourages/challenges you to seek and experience how we are to live the "Christ in me" life through the practise of the gifts (spiritual, physical, mental, etc) gifts He has given each of us. (This is just one site that I googled that might be of help looking for a starting point. http://www.kodachrome.org/spiritgift/ ) Hope that you have been blessed and hope to be blessed by the working of God through you!

I Corinthians 12:27 "Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it."

Thanks for reading through this thing ‘til now and allowing me to share. I actually haven't journalled in a while, but it was a good time to reflect upon my past dream of being a journalist. The dream was shattered shortly after and I think I'm still recovering from it to this day. On a more joyous note, despite not being a recognized journalist working for the Globe and Mail, I hope to always be a Truth seeking, exposing, revealing person. And I pray the same for you. Shalom.

-Eric Cheng

Closing the Gap

2005-10-16T16:41:00.000-04:00

Commit the will to God, and immediately you will find Him near. Not because He has moved any closer, for He has always been at hand, but because you have finally allowed yourself to be near.

It is a common occurrence for Christians to feel distant from God, not a rarity.

We may feel God has left us to fend for ourselves. In a way He has, but He has not forsaken us. Sometimes God appears to leave us so we can grow. Parents cannot always be at their children's side if the children are to come into their own.

We may feel, furthermore, distant at some spiritual level. Not only does God seem to ignore our prayers but I no longer "feel His presence". However, God allows us to lose the sensations of spiritual high because He wants to give us a choice. We are not impelled to follow Christ by surging emotions, but in the quiet we must choose. "If you love someone, set them free. If they come back they're yours; if they don't they never were." This is of course an analogy, imperfect as all analogies are. God does not leave us permanently like this, but He tests us and shapes us through so many different ways. This may be one reason.

Sometimes we feel especially kindled with fervor. A Christian life is not led by such passionate impulses as that which constitutes emotions, but by love.

In seeking to be restored to the right place with God, do not try to climb back up to a spiritual high like you might have had when first you decided to commit yourself to Christ. Just commit yourself by your will. "Spiritual highs" come and go. They are not bad in themselves, but they are only a catalyst.

Feeling distant? Ceaselessly steel your very will to that of God's, realize that you are near, and you are near. The entire Christian life -- a life of Love -- is a constant affair of the will.

-Bily Xiao

Mmmm Grapes...

2005-09-26T20:23:00.000-04:00

Mmmm Grapes... A Recap of a Morning at St. Jacob’s Market
- Derek Ma

What to say about a morning at St, Jacob’s Market other than, “Mmmm Grapes.” As I write this I’m munching down on my bag full of grapes that I got this past weekend at St. Jacob’s Market, which I must add, pop in my mouth, bursting full of flavor, and for only a low low cost of 3 dollars a bag. The trip was set up by a couple of the upper years to take frosh out, off campus and let them have some time in the busy and bustling St. Jacob’s Market. The market, although attached with the very agonizing smell of manure was a very relaxing getaway from the migraines and pains of adapting to a whole new life in university. We started the trip on a small bus, provided by KWCAC, with Pastor Tim as our driver, and an amazing upper year tour guide (Go, Vanessa Go). We arrived at the market and had a chance to walk around a small outlet plaza, which was nothing special, but after, once I walked into the flea market style St. Jacob’s I was breath taken, first, by the lovely smell of manure, but also from the size of the market. There were shops upon shops, selling items from fruits, veggies and clothing all the way to giant turkey drumsticks, which a few people had the opportunity to scarf down (only some being successful, I might add). At the market many fruits and veggies were available at great quality and good prices, it’s extremely good for those who have to cook for themselves, MKV and UW place people. Being a resident of Village One, I only took home a pumpkin pie, a bag of grapes and a box of oranges. Yum. All in all the St. Jacob’s experience was a great one which gave me a great time as well as a good perspective about what CCF outside of MC1085 is all about: Good friends, good times and great food =). After this experience I look forward to all the excursions and plans CCF has planned as a group and can’t wait to experience them. Thanks for reading and have a good one everyone. Call me if you want to try some grapes ;).

just a second...

2005-09-26T14:57:00.000-04:00

Just for laughs…
a man is talking to God. The man asks God how much a million years is to him; God says that it's a second. Then he asks how much a million dollars is to him; God says it's a penny.
So the man asked, "God can I have a penny?"
And God replied, "Just a second."

Announcements:

Fall retreat: OCT 1-2 (this weekend), in Fergus. Cost: $30/person. Please hand in all forms to Alex Lam, ASAP. If you are already planning to attend and are interested in helping out please inform Alex. Reminder: please bring tons of warm clothes (due to the lack of heating).

Friday’s program: Bible Study. 7:00 PM @ MC 1085

Handbook: will be out this week :) A copy will be posted online [via this site].

Please also remember to review the constitution prior to considering membership for CCF. Please hand in all completed membership forms to any of the Committee members.

Pascal Lectures: on Christianity and the University. Speaker: Lamin Sanneh will have a lecture on Faith and Power: Christianity and Islam in a Secular West on Thursday, October 27, 2005 @ 8:00 PM in Hagey Hall. He will also lead a seminar on Friday October 28, 2005 @ 3:30 (location TBA) on Christian Mission and Western Guilt. This event is hosted by the University of Waterloo.

announcements

2005-09-20T10:10:00.000-04:00

Hey guys,

See You at the Pole: On Wednesday, September 21, 2005 @ 7:00 AM outside of South Campus Hall (by the school flagpole, duh…”see you at the pole”) fellow brothers and sisters in Christ will be gathered together, even across the globe, to PRAY for our classmates, campus, country and nation. You can also visit: http://www.syatpcanada.com/ for more information.

This Friday: Drama night… MC 1085 @ 7:00 PM. God loved us first. How often do we ponder about that? This Friday night's theme will be the opening to all the other themes presented in our following programs. We will dive into the understanding of God's love through SKITS. No matter how great or small, there will be a role for everybody. Come out and we, as a fellowship, will learn together about love - more specifically God's love for us. Check out the theme verse (1 John 4:19) before you come.

Fall Retreat: registration forms may be found on the below, in previous entry. We encourage all of you to attend to better prepare ourselves as servants of God. The retreat will fall on Oct 1-2, in Fergus (approx 40 minutes away from Waterloo). The cost is $25.00. Please consider this opportunity and register as soon as possible.

ATTN: Bible Study leaders, or potential leaders – If you are interested in leading a bible study group please contact Tim Li: tcli@uwaterloo.ca . All are welcome to attend the bible prestudy on Thursday. Meet at SLC Turnkey @ 10 PM

Please take time to go over the constitution prior to completing the membership. For current accouncements you may also refer to the blog:

Insight, forms, etc

2005-09-16T17:18:00.000-04:00

Click me for this week's insight.

Click me for this term's survey form.

Click me for a Fall Retreat Registration Form.

Click http://www1.uwccf.ca/resources/ to get to access the Membership form + Constitution.

That's all folks!

Inter-Varsity Announcement

2005-09-08T21:08:00.000-04:00

Inter-Varsity is organizing a one-day student conference
(the latest in a series called Shift) that focuses on a life of
following Jesus while on campus. Past leadership of CCF has expressed
interest in participating, so I want to let you guys know about it.
It's happening Sept. 17th, so it's coming up soon! It's targeted for
all Christian students, not just those in leadership, although leaders
will get tons out of it.

There's more info and registration available here: http://shift.subversion.ca/

This is not an official CCF event, but all are encouraged to seek this opportunity to better train one's self to really become a light for God on campus.

Welcome Waterloo - Fall 2005

2005-09-07T11:35:00.000-04:00

Welcome to the University of Waterloo Chinese Christian Fellowship!

We have an array of fun, exciting and challenging programs lined up for the new year. We are still in the works in finalizing things, so please bear with us.

A draft (and by draft, we mean things are not yet set in stone) version of the handbook is available by clicking here. This is a collection of member thoughts on fellowship status, direction, needs, beefs, goals and strategy for achieving those goals. Feel free to fire comments/concerns/etc to Eric gofishyfishy(at)gmail.com

Stay tuned for more updates coming soon! Here's one for now...

First program:
Welcome to the Chinese Christian Fellowship
Friday, September 16, 2005
MC (Math and Computing) room 1085 @ 1900hrs

Please feel free to contact us with any of your questions, comments or concerns.

Peace be with you,

Your UWCCF Fall 2005 Committee

F05 Vision Sharing - Friday, August 19, 2005 @ 19:30 AFC

2005-08-15T10:52:00.000-04:00

"Where there is no vision, the people are unrestrained, but happy is he who keeps the law." - Proverbs 29:18

Vision Sharing Night
Friday August 19, 2005
7:30 PM
Location:
Ambassadors for Christ
3325 Victoria Park Ave., #207
Scarborough ON M1W 2R8

Please come out to share your ideas and insights on where the fellowship is and where it is going. Do you have concerns and questions? Come share them!

Eric Cheng: gofishyfishy@gmail.com

Some questions to ponder:

holy discontent: something that makes you writhe in pain and convicts you until you do something about it.

Individual:

What specifically is God challenging you to do with the gift of life He's given you next term?
How does being a par tof the UWCCF encourage this?
How am I allowing God to live through me?
What is my attitude towards fellowship?

Corporate:

List any 'holy discontent's at felllowship?
How is the fellowship challenging you?
What is fellowship?
Where is the fellowship?
Where do you see it going the way it is going?
Where would you like to see it be 1 or 2 years from now?
Should it and how does the fellowship fit impact the community? what can it do further?
How are we allowing God to work through us?
What prerequisites do you think are necessary for a committee person? (personality, values, experience, skills)
What do you expect from committee?
What are the character traits of someone who is a fellowship representative? (attitudes and values)

Brainstorm: how a fellowship should b.
Evaluation: where the fellowhsip is at now

Any other questions?

NSR Update

2005-08-11T00:30:00.000-04:00

New Student Reception (NSR) is an annual event held by CCF to introduce incoming frosh to CCF and UW. This year's event will be held on Monday, Sept. 12 at 5:30pm in the SLC Great Hall. However, in order to make this event successful we are in great need of volunteers. We need help in the following areas:

Program coordinators: put together an introductory program (ice breakers, games, etc) to be held in small groups
Group leaders: lead the small groups mentioned above
Bakers: those willing to bake something
Decorations: self explanatory
Music and drama: self explanatory
Set-up and clean-up:
General Manager: to oversee production

Please e-mail us ASAP if you can help out in one or more of these areas (let us know which) to nsr2005@gmail.com .

Thanks,
Steve Wong and Herman Lam

Frosh BBQ - Sunday August 21, 2005 @ 18:30

2005-08-11T00:27:00.000-04:00

Elliot Lui's house

Why? A chance for frosh to meet other frosh and some other upper years in a smaller and relaxed setting. Please bring frosh or ppl who are interested in joining the fellowship!

Admittance
Frosh: FREE
All other years: a frosh

Contact for more info
Elliot Lui: lalalakers@hotmail.com

Come help with FX: Aug. 13, 2005

2005-06-30T15:30:00.000-04:00

Frosh Connexion is about:

- connecting frosh to campus ministry

- helping frosh settle into first year

- challenging frosh to start thinking about their purpose at their university

Frosh Connexion is on:

- Saturday August 13th, 2005

- at TCMC, Warden and 401, Scarborough

- 2:30pm+ and a BBQ afterwards

http://froshconnex.siteburg.com/

--> Register yourself and tell frosh to register on the website
--> Volunteer at this event! Click 'contact us' for more information!

Mentoring Talk - Sat. July 9, 2005 @SCBC

2005-06-29T22:09:00.000-04:00

Mentoring: Developing Leaders through Relationships

Have you ever wondered what are some effective ways to nurture your fellow brothers & sisters? How to shape you’re A/CCFers’ character beyond head knowledge? How to develop your team competence and maximize your ministry impact?

If these are some of your concerns, please come to this great session on Mentoring! Many long to develop a life-transforming mentoring relationship, but not many know how to make the relationship work.

Dr. Wright will draw on his rich experiences, and guide us to look at the role mentors play in shaping the character of men and women whose integrity lead others to choose to accept their influence.

He will help us to ask questions that reflect on who we are, why anyone should choose to follow, how we are influencing and how our promises and commitments are shaping the lives of those who look to us for leadership.

Spaces are limited! First come first serve in effect. Please call 416.494.7171 or email peterlau@afc-ca.org to reserve your spot now!

About the Speaker: Dr. Walter C. Wright, Jr.,

Past President of Regent College, Vancouver, and current Executive Director of the De Pree Leadership Center, one of the gurus in the field of executive leadership and mentorship among the business world & within the evangelical Christian community.

Saturday, July 9 from 7:30 to 9:30 pm @ Scarborough Chinese Baptist Church

2610 Birchmount Rd. (West of Birchmount & North of Huntingwood)

Summer Conferences Announcement

2005-06-29T02:07:00.000-04:00

Hebrews 13:1 "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us." Indeed there will be a great cloud of witnesses sharing their testimonies and challenging brothers and sisters from around the world to continue running towards Truth at these conferences that are well worth attending. Please feel free to contact Yuling (Summit) or Pam (Branded By Christ). Both attended the respective conferences last year and will also be attending this year.

Summit Conference:

Theme: Stepping Up - Together

Early Bird Deadline: June 30, 2005 ($89)

Date: August 11-13 (Th-Sat)

http://www.growingleadership.com/conferences/summit05/summit05.asp

Testimonial: "Yu-ling Lee" <yulingl@gmail.com>

Branded By Christ:

Theme: "Whatever It Takes"

Early Bird Deadline: July 18, 2005 ($60)

Date: August 12-14, 2005 (Fri-Sun)

http://www.brandedbychrist.com/

Testimonial: "Pam Ng" <pamng85@gmail.com>

Welcome!

2005-06-28T00:15:00.000-04:00

This site will be used as a means of communication to keep you in the loop! C'ya inside the loop!

Genesis

2005-06-27T23:57:00.000-04:00

In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.