by Canadian Bible Society | Aug 12, 2022 | Articles, Reports
In 2020, CBS launched a pilot program to support individuals in long-term care homes, in the form of audio Scriptures and music delivered through specialized easy- to-use audio devices and selected large-print Scriptural resources. Audio Scripture passages, familiar...
by Canadian Bible Society | Aug 12, 2022 | Articles, Reports
Within days of Russia’s horrifying invasion of Ukraine, the Ukrainian Bible Society asked us if we would produce a pocket-sized Ukrainian translation of our Words of Comfort Scripture booklet. We agreed instantly. That may seem to be a surprising priority for people...
by Canadian Bible Society | Aug 12, 2022 | Articles, Reports, Stories
“Be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” —Matthew 28:20 “Be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” —Matthew 28:20 When war destroys communities, homes, and lives and forces millions to flee with nothing but what...
by Canadian Bible Society | Aug 2, 2022 | Articles, Stories
Your gifts are changing lives “I am so thankful to Him that I am here, alive, and for the Bible I received.” We’re grateful for Canadian donors like you who are helping to ease the suffering caused by the war in Ukraine. With your generous help, we are distributing...
by Canadian Bible Society | Aug 2, 2022 | Articles, Stories
An orphan’s story of transformation “My life has changed dramatically since that first encounter with the Bible…” Erasyl was abandoned by his parents shortly after he was born. He was eventually placed with foster parents who abused and beat him. However, when Erasyl...
by Canadian Bible Society | Aug 2, 2022 | Articles, Stories
Threatened with death, Nadia was on the run… “…I do not close the Bible until I find answers. My life has changed.” Nadia was far from home and running for her life. She had lost her father and her home when militants attacked Mosul. Threatened with death if she...
by Canadian Bible Society | May 20, 2022 | Articles, Stories
Inner City Youth Alive (ICYA) has been serving people in Winnipeg’s North End for 35 years, bringing hope and a future through Christ to youth and families. ICYA’s partnership with CBS is helping provide access to the Word of God. Every year, ICYA disciples and...
by Canadian Bible Society | May 20, 2022 | Articles, Stories
CBS recently partnered with the Halifax Community Chaplaincy Society (HCCS), a charity that helps former offenders transition to a life of hope. The resources and funds provided by CBS helped the Chaplaincy bring hope and joy to many women and men. HCCS supports women...
by Canadian Bible Society | May 4, 2022 | Articles, Stories
Catholic Christian Outreach (CCO) is a university student movement dedicated to evangelization. Recently, through their partnership with CBS, Bibles were distributed throughout 2021-2022 to students participating in Discovery, CCO’s introductory faith study which...
by Canadian Bible Society | Mar 10, 2022 | Articles, Stories
Life can be quite challenging for older adults, especially for those in long-term care homes. Dementia and sensory declines add to their frailty and often, they feel discouraged, disconnected, and lose hope. Imagine – you love the Word of God, but you do not have...
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