From the very beginning, we see that God is creative. He spoke the world into existence, filling it with beauty, colour, and life. As people created in His image, we have also been given the ability to create. Art is more than a hobby or a skill; it is one of the ways God allows us to reflect His character and express what is happening in our hearts. For many who have experienced trauma, loss, or hardship, healing can be a long, difficult journey. Sharing with someone close o

Recently, while at church, I met someone new. When he asked what I did for a living, I mentioned that I work for OIM. To my surprise, he was already very familiar with the mission and the work we do. We chatted briefly before the service began, and I shared that while working at OIM is a profound blessing, it’s also deeply challenging. Each day, OIM is confronted with the difficult circumstances faced by so many of our street friends. When he asked how long I had been wit

During our Summer BBQ Meal, one thing that stood out was how easy it can be to connect when we take a moment to talk. A simple example was the World Cup. It quickly became a shared topic that brought everyone into the same conversation. People talked about their favourite teams, recent games, and predictions. Some followed it closely, others joined in with curiosity, but everyone had something to add. From there, the conversation naturally moved into other things like news, m

Seeing people at the door is about more than offering a sandwich and a drink. It means encountering the reality of poverty, addiction, mental illness, and deep human suffering. These situations are heartbreaking, but they also lead us to ask, “Jesus, what would You do here?” In those moments, we are reminded that Christ calls us not only to meet physical needs but also to respond with compassion, dignity, and love. At times, we become so occupied with our own plans and priori