A symposium was held in Lethbridge on Wednesday night regarding the issue of religious freedoms in Canada, held by the group, Lethbridge Friends of Religious Freedom The Keynote speaker, Dr. John Young, explained what religious Read More
Albertans of the Christians faith from across the province gathered in Red Deer on Monday for the Alberta Christian Leadership Summit. Folks came together at Westerner Park to hear from political leaders who shared their Read More
Alberta’s Bill 25 is sparking a heated debate over what belongs in the classroom. Supporters say it’s a long-overdue move to remove political and ideological influence from schools—while critics warn it could lead Read More
A new Christian church is coming to the city; it is the New Covenant Assembly Lethbridge. The grand opening will be on Easter Sunday. Pastor Emmanuel Olafare says the church aims to create a welcoming Read More
After days of escalating military strikes by Israel and the United States against Iran, tensions in the region have intensified significantly. The attacks have left at least 201 people dead in Iran and nine killed in Read More
Today marks International Holocaust Remembrance Day, commemorating 81 years since the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, Nazi Germany’s largest death camp, by Soviet troops on January 27, 1945. The day, established by the United Nations, honours the millions of Read More
Human Concern International (HCI), a Muslim charity based in Ottawa, is relying on the generosity of Canadians to support nearly 1,500 children in Gaza affected by ongoing violence. Usama Khan, Advisor to the Global CEO of Read More
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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 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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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