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 Thousands of Evangelical Churches in Rwanda forced to close

Thousands of Evangelical Churches in Rwanda forced to close

January 5, 2026

The issue of religious freedoms continues to be major talking point in many western-based nations including here in Canada, while other nations outright reject the concept of religion. But in one African nation, many Christians Read More

 The transformational power of reading God’s Word

The transformational power of reading God’s Word

January 5, 2026

Reading the Bible is not merely a matter of religious or cultural tradition. Even when Scripture is approached for these reasons—or simply out of curiosity—it has the power to bring about a deep Read More

 Many turn their lives to Jesus during evangelistic meetings in Lethbridge

Many turn their lives to Jesus during evangelistic meetings in

October 15, 2025

A notable evangelist from the US says Canada is hungrier than ever for revival. Zach Teasdale of Elijah’s Chariot Incorporated has travelled across the world preaching the gospel, turning people toward Jesus and witnessing Read More

 Shockwaves from Michigan LDS Church shooting felt in Lethbridge

Shockwaves from Michigan LDS Church shooting felt in Lethbridge

September 29, 2025

While national attention remains focused on the tragic act of violence at a Latter-day Saint chapel in Grand Blanc, Michigan, the shockwaves of the incident have reached into the LDS here in Lethbridge. As details Read More

 Lethbridge hosting memorial vigil honouring Charlie Kirk’s Legacy

Lethbridge hosting memorial vigil honouring Charlie Kirk’s Legacy

September 19, 2025

Last week, the public assassination of Charlie Kirk, the Christian and conservative commentator, shook North America and continues to reverberate around the world. Since then, numerous actions have been held to show support to Kirk’Read More

 Evangelistic ministry on the streets of Lethbridge

Evangelistic ministry on the streets of Lethbridge

August 18, 2025

Over 100 young people from Lethbridge, Calgary, Brooks, Red Deer, Edmonton, and Manitoba gathered to do some street preaching this past weekend in Lethbridge. Their journey began at Henderson Lake Park and continued to Major Magrath Read More

 From brokenness to redemption: Life transformed by Jesus

From brokenness to redemption: Life transformed by Jesus

July 9, 2025

A Lethbridge woman who once lived on the streets, is now helping those she once lived alongside. BCN’s Heidi Echavarria brings us this inspiring story of transformation.Read More

 Stirling Fire deployed to support Swan Hills community

Stirling Fire deployed to support Swan Hills community

June 2, 2025

The wildfire, which remains out of control north of Swan Hills, has forced the mandatory evacuation order to remain in place in the region, putting authorities and rescue teams on high alert. Firefighters from the Read More

 Joint emergency management plan for Southern Alberta counties

Joint emergency management plan for Southern Alberta counties

May 29, 2025

Lethbridge County and surrounding communities are joining forces on a new strategy to strengthen disaster response. The Regional Emergency Management Plan also includes the towns of Coalhurst, Nobleford, Picture Butte and the Village of Barons. Read More

 Not4Sale gala to raise awareness of human trafficking

Not4Sale gala to raise awareness of human trafficking

May 21, 2025

A local not-for-profit organization is asking the community to help them raise 100 thousand dollars to fight child sex slavery. The group Not4Sale is holding a fundraising gala this Friday, May 23rd, in Parallel Church Read More

 Scientific benefits of praying and reading the Bible

Scientific benefits of praying and reading the Bible

January 9, 2025

Science now recognizes that reading the Bible and praying are beneficial to our lives. Our BCN’s Heidi Echavaria chatted with the Lead Pastor of Parallel Church, Kelly Stickel who gives more insight.Read More

 Faith goals as resolutions for 2025

Faith goals as resolutions for 2025

January 7, 2025

While many think about making resolutions to improve the physical body, as Christians we must remember what the apostle Paul says in 1 Timothy 4:8. “Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising Read More

 Streets Alive is nominated for the 2024 Community Votes awards

Streets Alive is nominated for the 2024 Community Votes awards

October 29, 2024

Streets Alive Mission has been nominated for the 2024 Community Votes Lethbridge awards. The Christian organization’s Chief Operations Officer, Cameron Kissick, says they were nominated in two categories which were Community Groups and Second-Hand Clothing. Read More

 Christian event “Equipping” taking place in Lethbridge

Christian event “Equipping” taking place in Lethbridge

March 14, 2024

BCN news anchor Hal Roberts will be emceeing a very special evening in Lethbridge on Friday evening. The Southern Alberta Men’s Ministry will be hosting an event for men beginning at 7pm at Free Read More

 Antisemitism and holocaust denial on the rise

Antisemitism and holocaust denial on the rise

December 11, 2023

Antisemitism and holocaust denial is on the rise and pro-Palestinian protesters are turning to vandalism according to LisaDaftari of The Foreign Desk.  She says protesters vandalized churches, businesses, and residential apartment buildings in an L.Read More

 Festival of Nativities on til Sunday

Festival of Nativities on til Sunday

December 7, 2023

The Festival of Nativities has begun at the LDS church on 28th St South in Lethbridge. The event features more than 700 nativity scenes. One of the organizers and a member of the design team says Read More

 Interfaith Food Bank facility upgrades

Interfaith Food Bank facility upgrades

December 6, 2023

The Lethbridge Interfaith Food Bank is undergoing facility upgrades, with the installation of two new cold storage units. The project cost was approximately $140,000 with most of the contributions being donated by The Church of Jesus Read More

 Pastor explains ways you can give on Giving Tuesday

Pastor explains ways you can give on Giving Tuesday

November 28, 2023

Pastor Joel Kelmick associate pastor of the Miz City Church here in Lethbridge says being ready to give, especially to those most in need, is another key to a successful Giving Tuesday.Read More

 Miracle Channel CEO Prest on Giving Tuesday

Miracle Channel CEO Prest on Giving Tuesday

November 28, 2023

This is Giving Tuesday. It is a global movement that unleashes the power of radical generosity around the world. It was created in 2012 as a simple idea. A day that encourages people to do good. Read More

 Salvation Army Christmas Kettle campaign kicks-off this week

Salvation Army Christmas Kettle campaign kicks-off this week

November 21, 2023

You’ll soon be hearing the sound of jingle bells as you shop, reminding you to make a donation to the famous red kettle. This Thursday, November 23rd, the Salvation Army Lethbridge kicks off its Read More

 U of L celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day

U of L celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day

June 21, 2023

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a day to recognize and celebrate the culture and contributions of Indigenous Peoples to communities across Canada. Celebrations were held at the University of Lethbridge on Tuesday which included Read More

 Ride For A Reason fundraiser hoping to generate $150,000

Ride For A Reason fundraiser hoping to generate $150,000

April 12, 2023

The Southern Alberta Bible Camp is hoping that an upcoming fundraiser can help pay for programs for students to come and take part in their unique camp. Jon Gartly, the executive director of the organization Read More

 New LDS temple to be built in Lethbridge

New LDS temple to be built in Lethbridge

April 5, 2023

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently announced it will be building 15 new temples around the world, including one right here in Lethbridge. The president of the LDS, Russell M. Nelson, explained why Read More

 Save Our Churches Association pleading for a full reopen of St. Patrick’s Church

Save Our Churches Association pleading for a full reopen of

March 20, 2023

Chances are you have taken a drive past the historic St. Patrick’s Church in Lethbridge. The building is over a hundred years old, but was closed in 2011 by Bishop Frederick Henry, the previous Diocese Read More

 Lent underway, Lethbridge pastor explains the meaning behind the celebration

Lent underway, Lethbridge pastor explains the meaning behind the celebration

February 23, 2023

Many Christians around the world are celebrating Lent. It began on Wednesday and will run for 40 days until April 6th. Joel Klemick, one of the pastors with The Miz City Church in Lethbridge explains exactly Read More

 Melfort Sask pastor takes part in Asbury University revival

Melfort Sask pastor takes part in Asbury University revival

February 22, 2023

A 12-day revival continues down at Asbury University in Kentucky. A pastor from Melfort Saskatchewan who drove down with a group to take part in the worship says on Sunday alone there was 25,000 people who Read More

 Christian singer Brian Doerksen to hold a worship night at City Lights Church

Christian singer Brian Doerksen to hold a worship night at

July 13, 2022

Christian Canadian singer and songwriter Brian Doerksen will be holding a worship night this Saturday at City Lights Church. It’s a collaborative event between City Lights and The Gate Church. The organizer for the Read More

 Christian conference aimed at bringing together men

Christian conference aimed at bringing together men

May 10, 2022

Men of God are set to come together on June 10 in Medicine Hat, Alberta. The event will feature prayer, worship, and prophetic words from various speakers. Jeremiah Benoit, the Pastor of Revelation Church in Medicine Read More

 Jesus Conference to offer unique Christian event

Jesus Conference to offer unique Christian event

May 6, 2022

A Medicine Hat Christian mission is hosting a special event starting on May 13. It is called the Jesus Conference and the directors of the Global Prayer House say they are trying to spread the good Read More

 Report shows findings from over 2,000 Christian leaders on current state of the church

Report shows findings from over 2,000 Christian leaders on current

May 3, 2022

A software company has released results of a study highlighting the needs of churches in Canada. The report surveyed over 2,000 Christian leaders about their thoughts on how the church is moving forward as we start Read More

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  • Lethbridge man facing sex trafficking charges after 3 girls found in apartment

    January 13, 2026 January 13, 2026

    A Lethbridge man is facing charges in relation to sexual assault, exploitation and human trafficking. BCN’s Naveen Day has more details.

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  • LFES battles multiple grass fires in one day

    January 13, 2026 January 13, 2026

    Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services were kept busy on Tuesday as they tackled two out of control grass fires just...

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  • LPS warn of counterfeit money after fraudulent Marketplace purchase

    January 12, 2026 January 12, 2026

    Lethbridge Police are warning retailers and individuals to be on the lookout for counterfeit currency, after a man attempted to...

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  • Canes GM Anholt resigns, Cozens traded to Tigers

    January 9, 2026 January 9, 2026

    The Lethbridge Hurricanes, in a statement, have announced the resignation of General Manager, Peter Anholt, after a WHL disciplinary investigation...

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  • Southern Alberta’s unemployment rate improving

    January 9, 2026 January 9, 2026

    The Lethbridge unemployment rate improved last December. Statistics Canada says it was a strong month for employment in southern Alberta, reporting an unemployment rate of 6.3 per...

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  • Protests against Iran’s theocratic government spread to U.S.

    January 13, 2026 January 13, 2026

    Activists say over 600 people have been killed in Iran as the government cracks down on protesters across the country....

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  • Dog attack that killed 13-year-old raises safety concerns

    January 9, 2026 January 9, 2026

    The recent fatal dog attack in Nova Scotia, in which a 13–year-old boy was killed while riding his bike, has raised concerns across the country about public safety and...

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  • Economic impact on Canada if U.S. shifts to Venezuelan oil

    January 9, 2026 January 9, 2026

    Since the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro last Saturday,  expert opinions have multiplied regarding the future of Venezuelan oil...

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  • Wildlife festival returns to Lethbridge January 16–18

    January 7, 2026 January 7, 2026

    For animal lovers, the Wildlife Festival is back in Lethbridge. Cobb’s Adventure Park – and Exotic Animal Rescue have teamed up to bring the...

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  • Over 8,800 people blessed by local Christmas Hope Campaign

    January 6, 2026 January 6, 2026

    With the arrival of a new year, many residents feel gratified as they reflect on the donations they made during...

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