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Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate If you’re a philanthropist at heart, and love learning about fundraising, and donor engagement, this episode is definitely for you! Doris Olafsen, founder of DO Philanthropy Inc., talks about what it means to be a philanthropist, some fundraising 101 and how to meaningfully engage donors. Doris’ passion to connect the ri...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate Wendi and Shelaine Strom, National Education Lead at Food for the Hungry Canada and co-host of the Ending Poverty Together Podcast, chat about the value of fostering healthy relationships within our Canadian churches and communities. Shelaine helps us recognize that though we are all impoverished in some form, not all of...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate In this conversation, Daniel Whitehead, CEO of Sanctuary Mental Health Ministries sits down with Wendi and Johan to talk about all things mental health and what it looks like for the church to care for those who are struggling with mental health problems. Sharing his own struggles with mental health, while heading an org...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate We have had an amazing couple of months since we launched in July 2022 and we want to say a special ‘Thank you’ to our listeners for joining us on this journey! We are so grateful for your support and we look forward to bringing you more conversations and more stories that are close to our hearts in the following year. B...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate What does joy look like in seasons of grief and pain? What happens to us when our reality looks exactly opposite of everything we hoped and dreamed of? How do we continue to trust God and remain joyful in life’s most hardest moments? In this Advent episode, Neeba Abraham, from Hamilton Ontario, shares what it looks like...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate Join Wendi in today’s episode as she chats with CareImpact’s Trauma Care Associate, Galina Smith, about how she has been personally impacted by the war in Ukraine and what loving our neighbour means in the midst of war and conflict. Galina is a Russian immigrant who resides in Annapolis, Nova Scotia with her husband and...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate In today’s episode, Randall Bear Barnetson, Indigenous artist and a follower of the Jesus way, joins Wendi Park in the unceded traditional territory of xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) nations , to share a little bit about his latest book release ‘The NativIty Art Project’...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate In this week's episode, Deborah, a brave young woman from Nigeria who immigrated to Canada almost 6 years ago, joins Wendi Park to share her story and the resilient hope she has in Jesus.  Deborah was a victim of domestic childhood abuse and has battled with PTSD, suicidal thoughts, grief, separation from family and...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate Karen Jolly is an indigenous woman leader in the Christian community in Manitoba. She has been involved in ministry for many years and has a heart for reconciliation. Have you been told that the only way to get Reconciliation, healing, and restoration is to "just get over it"? If you're still taking this ineffective acti...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate How does the revitalization of Indigenous languages tie into reconciliation and cultural healing? Host Melvina Guiboche sits down with Wally McKay, an Indigenous elder and residential school survivor, to explore this intricate relationship. McKay highlights the essential task of reclaiming Cree and other Indigenous langu...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate How does love serve as a universal language for reconciliation and healing? Melvina Guiboche and Mary Anne Funk delve into deeply personal narratives of emotional struggles, survival modes, and the hope they found through faith in Jesus. They explore the impact of generational trauma and the critical role of community an...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate Have you ever wondered how the history of the Canadian church intersects with Indigenous perspectives and the journey toward reconciliation? Melvina Guiboche and Wendi Park are joined by guest, Dr. James Robertson, a church historian and author of "Overlooked," delve into the complex narrative of these interactions. Dr....

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate In this episode of Journey with Care, Jennifer Mason shares her story of reconciling her Indigenous identity with her Christian faith, and how it has transformed her view of herself, her culture, and her God. In this episode: Jenn Mason's story of growing up in a home where she was taught to be someone other than herself...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate Trauma care, is it hype or essential? The Canadian Church is going back to school to learn about trauma. CareImpact's Executive Director, Wendi Park, guest hosts a remote conversation with their Academy Director, Tim Smith, about how the Academy is equipping churches and broader community in four essential learning strea...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate How can one reconcile Indigenous traditions with a Christian faith? Elissa Nenakowekapo shares her journey of preserving cultural heritage while embracing her spiritual beliefs. She discusses the importance of understanding and respecting traditional practices, fostering reconciliation within and between communities, and...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate Wendi Park guest hosts todays interview with Jim Thunder where he gets up close and personal about his own journey of authenticity with his faith and culture. They reflect on Pope Francis' recent visit to Canada and Jim offers some valuable insights into history, compelling listeners to participate in reconciliation. Jim...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate Melvina interviews musician, Peter Tigchelaar, who shares how music can be a vehicle for reconciliation.  In this episode:  Music as a tool for reconciliation The Church's role in reconciliation "Reconciliation to me, is when we learn to see the gift of one another." Peter Tigchelaar is a musician and business...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate Melissa shares her journey of growing up in a Christian home within Poplar River First Nation and the challenges she faced in finding her voice in a patriarchal church environment. She delves into her struggle with reconciling her leadership roles in the corporate world versus the church, and how she drew strength from h...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate Melvina interviews David Harper (former Grand Chief). Other Links Join The CareImpact Podcast Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1PgzJWfkq9/ Reach out to us! https://neighbourlypodcast.ca Email:   podcast@careimpact.ca About the CarePortal:   careimpact.ca/careportal DONATE! Help connect and eq...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate Melvina interviews Virginia Spence. Virginia is a pastor of Courageous Heart Ministries . She is an associate coordinator and support worker, working with adults who have aged out of the system Other Links Join The CareImpact Podcast Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1PgzJWfkq9/ Reach out to us! https:/...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate In This Episode In this episode of "Journey With Care," host Melvina Guiboche shares her powerful journey of transformation through God's love and grace. Overcoming addiction, trauma, and self-hate, Melvina emphasizes the power of stories and testimonies in bringing people together and fostering reconciliation. She highl...

Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly! https://careimpact.ca/donate Melvina interviews CareImpact Co-founder and Executive Director, Wendi Park, about her personal journey towards reconciliation as a white settler and follower of Christ. Hear the vision and heart of CareImpact as Wendi's leads a national team to connect and equip churches across Canada to effectively journey in community...