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word@work Issue 2 | 2022: You are providing trauma healing for persecuted Christians
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 refused to convert, Nadia left everything and fled to Jordan. She was grieving and angry.
Shining a light in the brokenness
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.
From Shame and Trauma to Hope and Light
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.
Stories of Hope from Campuses
Recently, through their partnership with CBS, Bibles were distributed throughout 2021-2022 to students participating in Discovery, CCO’s introductory faith study which culminates in an opportunity to invite Jesus into the centre of their life. Many students received their first Bible!
Hope for the Elderly
Life can be quite challenging for older adults, especially for those in long-term care homes. To bring hope to them, CBS launched a national program aimed at providing support to people in long-term care homes.
word@work Issue 1 | 2022: Bible Translation Changes Lives
Through your generous support, Christians in eastern Kenya celebrated an historic milestone. The Gospel of Luke in Mwimbi Muthambi was launched on July 1, 2021…