The Imam & the Pastor
This Sunday we will be taking a break from our study in the book of Acts to watch a movie.  No, not the Matrix or Lord of the Rings, although both would be well worth watching.  No, this Sunday we will be engaging a documentary that is being shown in communities across the GVRD.  As seen below there is a showing this Thursday at The Richmond Hospital.  In a time where the world is being rocked by ungodly forms extremism and fundamentalism of all kinds by people of various beliefs, this documentary gives us a look at what an alternate path of peace and cooperation might look like.

Jesus said, “Blessed are the peacemakers for they will be called sons of God” (Matthew 5:9)

As followers of Jesus, how can we promote peace without selling out on what we believe?   

Here’s a little write up on the documentary:
“The Imam and the Pastor’ depicts the reconciliation between Imam Muhammad Ashafa and Pastor James Wuye, and the peace-making initiatives which have flowed from it. The film, narrated by Rageh Omaar, traces their remarkable story. It depicts the dynamics of personal forgiveness, and highlights some of the difficulties that arise in Christian-Muslim partnership and how they can be tackled.”  

For more info and to view the trailer go "here"

I would invite you all, if you are available, to attend the speaking engagement being held at Richmond City Hall, where both pastor James and Imam Muhammad themselves will be on hand to share their story.

Can there be truth in John Lennon’s famous words, “…all we are saying, is give peace a chance?”

Invite your friends, all are welcome!

Terra Nova Group
Date: Sunday, January 12th
Place: Co-op Common Room
Time:  5:30-7:15pm

“Blessed are the peacemakers”

Community in Prayer
Please call or e-mail us at thejoshuahouse@shaw.ca with any prayer requests you would like to have the church community praying for!

Upcoming Events
The Imam and the Pastor – A documentary from the heart of Nigeria…
“From vengeance and killing to healing and friendship…”
“A moving story of grass-roots peace-building that gives hope to humanity”
Date: Thursday, January 10th
Time: 7pm
Where: Ralph Fisher Auditorium (in The Richmond General Hospital)

Imam Muhammad Ashafa and Pastor James Wuye Speaking – The two men featured in the movie above
Date: Friday, January 18th
Time: 6:30pm
Where: Richmond City Hall

Missions Fest 2008
“For Such a Time as This -
Destined to Make a Difference”
January 25–27, 2008
Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre
website