How Your Church Can Love New Canadians with Rick Love
People from around the globe are on the move, so how do we reach them with the love of Jesus when they arrive in Canada? In this episode of CITN, Rob talks with Rick Love about his work with New Canadians in Calgary and across Canada. They discuss the motivation for his work and strategies for bridging the cultural gaps that prevent New Canadians from discovering Christ. Rick is the Founder and Director of Love New Canadians and the Intercultural Ministries Pastor at Foothills Alliance Church in Calgary. For more information about his organization, visit https://www.lovenewcanadians.ca/.
In the pre-show, Rob and Geoff get caught up and share their summer ministry plans. They also discuss the realities of immigration in Canada and what this means for followers of Jesus. For more information about the podcast, visit https://www.churchinthenorth.ca/. For questions or inquiries, please email us at podcast@churchinthenorth.ca. If you like what you hear, please share this podcast with others, give us a review, or leave a comment.
In the pre-show, Rob and Geoff get caught up and share their summer ministry plans. They also discuss the realities of immigration in Canada and what this means for followers of Jesus. For more information about the podcast, visit https://www.churchinthenorth.ca/. For questions or inquiries, please email us at podcast@churchinthenorth.ca. If you like what you hear, please share this podcast with others, give us a review, or leave a comment.
Creators and Guests
Host
Rob Chartrand
Rob is the Assistant Professor of Christian Ministry and Program Coordinator at Briercrest College. He has been in pastoral ministry for thirty years, working in various roles in churches of different sizes across Canada. He recently served as the Lead Pastor and founder of Crosspoint Church in Edmonton. Rob is passionate about equipping and empowering emerging leaders, which fits his role with Briercrest. His doctoral work with Asbury Theological Seminary studied the spiritual formation of Millennials. As a consultant, he has helped churches, non-profits, businesses, and denominations position themselves for continued strategic success. Rob runs, reads, writes, lifts heavy objects in his spare time, and is a gamer. Check out Rob's blog: www.robchartrand.com.
