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My growth has been greatly enhanced by learning to sail. I have a thirty year old 12 foot Dolphin Sailboat and a 24 foot Com Pac made in 1981. They are perfect for exploring all the lakes and seaways around where I live. The lessons learned relaxing and reflecting on these old boats have enhanced my own spiritual growth and journey to recovery. ... >Full Story

  • Header Image Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

    This Mother’s Day, why not try one or more of these ideas as gifts for the special women in your life – whether they be your mother, wife, daughter or friend. Flowers Either potted plants or cut flowers, there are so many lovely arrangements you can buy at this time of year. There are hanging baskets, potted mums, hydrangeas or bedding... >more

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    Outdoor culture of ornamental trees, shrubs, annuals and perennials has shown a marked increase in recent years. Container culture Gardeners find that by using planters, tubs, pots and good cultural practices, they can overcome the problems of poor soil found in many local gardens. The limitations imposed by paved surfaces and restricted planting... >more

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Guidelines to Using Manure in the Garden

Animal manure is not only a good fertilizer but it also helps to condition the soil. Here are some guidelines for using manure in the garden: Don’t use dog or cat manure. These manures often carry diseases that can be spread to children. Never use fresh manure, since it contains soluble nitrogen compounds and ammonia [...] Read More >

Six Card Cribbage

Introduction Six Card Cribbage is basically a game for two players, but adapts easily for three players, and for four players in fixed partnerships – a very useful feature. It is now the standard form of Cribbage and widely played in English speaking parts of the world. See also the page on Five Card Cribbage, an older [...] Read More >

Golfing Ministry

Playing golf can be an excellent mission field for the Christian golfer who wants to use his or her recreation to produce fruit for God’s kingdom. The contacts and relationships which naturally occur while playing golf provide perfect opportunities to share the Good News of our Savior with those who might never hear it otherwise. A [...] Read More >

A Blanket Solution

Sometimes God calls us to do big things for Him. But most times, it’s the little things that matter most. Take Elma Voth of Abbotsford, British Columbia and her friend Diane Pohl from Chilliwack, British Columbia, for example. Here are two women – grandmothers even – who didn’t really know how to sew. (If you can [...] Read More >

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