The start of each new year brings with it an opportunity to take stock of our lives and to renew our perspectives. And as we do so, it’s important to remind ourselves that self-care is not self-indulgence.With that in mind, our team has hand-picked a...
I came across a disturbing story in the news recently about a pair of popular YouTube stars whose subscribers are mostly children. These YouTubers have been endorsing a dangerous online gambling site that entices users to spend money for the chance to...
What if there was a way to help hundreds of people by providing valuable support to one person?There are men and women across the country who are working tirelessly in vocational ministry as pastors, lay leaders and parachurch leaders. They are caring...
When I reflect on the past year, I think of those who are facing circumstances in life that feel overwhelming, the number of couples in marital distress who reached out to us for help, and the moms and dads searching for guidance on how to raise their...
In our busy, technology-driven lives, creating a legacy of our own family traditions is more important than ever. And I feel that one of the best and most enjoyable traditions we can develop is to read aloud to our children, even after they’re able to...
One of the ways we support families here at Focus is through our series of original articles, which we publish for free online each month. In case you may have missed them, here are links to a few of our latest articles related to marriage and...
I never met Eugene Peterson, but somehow I think I would have enjoyed an unhurried conversation with the author of The Message. This is not because I have a list of questions I would have wanted to ask him. It’s because this poet, pastor, professor and...
A dearly loved friend of Focus on the Family Canada has gone home to be with the Lord this week. Reverend H.B. London finished his race on earth with the courage and faith that marked his life and is now fully enjoying the presence of His Lord.H.B. had...
As you may know, we recently launched our Hope Restored marriage intensive retreats for couples who find themselves in crisis. We have a heart for those who are struggling in their marriage, but we also want to recognize the value of strengthening an...
The time is almost here – recreational marijuana will become legal in Canada on October 17. Like many Christians and non-Christians alike across our country, I share a deep concern over this issue. Even with the proposed age limit restricting marijuana...
One of our ways to support families here at Focus is through our original articles, which we publish free of charge online each month. In case you might have missed them, here are links to some of our latest articles related to marriage and parenting,...
Here at Focus on the Family Canada, we recognize that Halloween is a holiday some choose to celebrate, while others choose to refrain from observing. We believe you should do what is best for your family. But if you do choose to participate and are...