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A Life Devoted to Prayer

June 1, 2023

By Jordan Berta Prayer Ministry Representative Team Leader & Staff Writer Crossroads Prayer Centre provides 1,300 prayer interactions daily, and this is made possible because of our faithful volunteer Prayer Partners. When we discovered Theresa C. was our most generous volunteer last year, serving nearly 800 hours, we knew we wanted to inspire others with…

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Israel Update – May 2023

May 31, 2023

The difficult reality is that 20% of Israel’s population is considered poor. Conflict, turmoil, and the constant threat of war takes its toll on a country, and unfortunately, it is usually the everyday people that feel the brunt of it.

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Uganda Update – May 2023

May 31, 2023

In Canada we take for granted that we can easily turn on a tap for our water. This is not the case in Uganda.

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Ukraine Update – May 2023

May 31, 2023

Living in Canada, we can’t even begin to grasp what that means. Jobs lost, weddings and graduations cancelled, homes and communities destroyed.

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Young Evangelical Christians Desperately Want to Partner with the Church on Climate Change

May 24, 2023

One of my tasks in my refocussed life with my husband living with Parkinson’s Disease has been enjoying time on the porch with Vern.  We live in a neighborhood of 200 lovely townhouse units, and as neighbors we gathered in spring to clean up the debris of litter that winter had blown about our boulevards and ditches.   It was a gift to see care for our world renew the nature around us.

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Building Hope: How Mara’s House Offers Young Women a New Beginning

May 3, 2023

Imagine being a young woman who has survived persecution in Nigeria, facing hatred, abuse, and death threats from family members. In a country where 78% of girls lack primary education and one in three women face gender-based violence and economic inequality, life is especially difficult.

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Africville: Honouring Canada’s Forgotten Pioneers

April 10, 2023

Do you have a bucket list? Things you want to do before you die? Mine isn’t that long, mostly because I haven’t given it much thought since I’m always so busy! Years ago, I added one place to that short list, and I checked it off last December.

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An Update on Ukraine

March 30, 2023

It has been one year since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Since then, Crossroads partners have cared for 110,000+ people by providing over $700,000 worth of food, hygiene, medical supplies, clothing, and much more.

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Crossroads Cares – Mission Update

March 21, 2023

Crossroads Cares is privileged to show the love of Jesus in practical ways around the world because of the faithful and compassionate giving of our donors. Watch as Cheryl Weber and Mark Masri update you on some of the projects your recent giving has made possible. Because of faithful partners like you, 131 Indigenous Communities…

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Turkey/Syria Earthquake Relief Update

March 14, 2023

On Feb 6th, 2023, people in Turkey and Syria were struck with a devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake, destroying buildings and eventually killing over 50,000 people. 

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Remembering the Honourable David C. Onley

The Honourable David C. Onley, former Crossroads and YES TV board member, passed to his eternal reward

January 16, 2023

Crossroads and YES TV celebrate the life of the Honourable David C. Onley, former Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, and former Crossroads and YES TV Board Member, who passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at the age of 72.

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Blessing 131 Communities this Christmas!

December 15, 2022

In our last update, we were so excited to share that we have received over $300,000 worth of Christmas gift! Well, the giving continued until November 5th and our total donation of products came to $552,000 in value, which is almost double what we had anticipated. The warehouse at Canadian Bible Society was packed to the rafters and three skids high in some places!

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Crossroads joins Giving Tuesday

November 23, 2022

A special 100 Huntley Street Telecast, “Prepare Him Room”, to feature special guests, Christmas inspired worship, and stories to help more people encounter God’s love, airing on YES TV and intothecastle.com.

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Finding Hope In 60 Seconds

November 8, 2022

Cristina Baker went viral on TikTok by posting 60-second prayers, which inspired her to share her story in her new book “Hope in 60 Seconds: Encountering the God of the Impossible.”

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Finding Truth in Reconciliation

April 11, 2022

This month has been extremely profound. I sat glued to my computer and watched reporters in Rome cover the historic exchange between Pope Francis and Indigenous delegates from across Turtle Island (North America). Although the official apology was long-overdue, Indigenous trailblazers continued to communicate ‘it’s never too late to do the right thing’. The Pope’s detailed apology was another milestone on this collective path to reconciliation.

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Bringing Freedom and Restoration to Survivors of Trafficking in Cambodia

November 14, 2024

At Crossroads, we’re deeply committed to standing against the injustice of human trafficking and seeing lives transformed. That’s why we’re inviting you to join us for a special Missions program “Restoring Hope,” November 14th on 100 Huntley Street, focused on ending trafficking in Cambodia. Over 83,000 Cambodians are currently trapped in modern-day slavery. Many of…

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United in Prayer and Action: Crossroads Cares Responds to Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene has left a trail of devastation across the Southeast, affecting countless lives in Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina. Over 800 miles of destruction, more than 200 lives lost, and at least 600 people still missing. Communities are in desperate need of help as they grapple with the devastating aftermath. Crossroads Cares is responding to offer hope…

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Responding to Los Angeles Fires Crisis with Compassion and Hope

January 13, 2025

As wildfires devastate California, the Crossroads 24/7 Prayer Centre has emerged as a critical lifeline for those seeking solace, prayer, and spiritual support. This essential service allows individuals in crisis to connect with compassionate Prayer Partners who provide hope and encouragement during their darkest moments. “In times of crisis, faith knows no borders,” says Cheryl…

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