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Philip Stonhouse

Story of a calling

We often hear the word "calling" used to refer to the strong sense of being directed by God to pursue a certain vocation, especially ministry. But how does that call occur? Talk to enough people who have experienced it, and you will realise that it is unique to the individual. In this blog post, Wycliffe graduate Philip Stonhouse relates the story of how his own calling led him out of a full-time acting career, into theological education, and on to ministry.

Date Published: Tuesday, July 11, 2017

Safely back in Canada, but with sober thoughts

With Canada Day just around the corner, it is appropriate that this week's blog post would include the reflections of a Canadian professor recently returned from overseas. Wanda Malcolm writes of her time teaching a course at Cairo's Alexandria School of Theology that, "unlike many of the Christians who live in Egypt, I did not ever personally feel unsafe or at risk."

Date Published: Tuesday, June 27, 2017

Leaps of Faith - Robert Dean

"Naked" Preaching

In addition to sermon preparation, preachers also need to think through other practical considerations, such as deciding on what to wear before a preaching engagement.

Date Published: Thursday, June 22, 2017