WorldWatch is a free newsletter offering Canadian church leaders a Christian perspective on what's going on in our world.
Six times a year, World Vision Canada's President, Dave Toycen, provides leaders with up-to-date facts, stories of real people, and links to resources where they can go deeper. All from a Canadian Christian perspective.
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The evidence is everywhere; the ways in which Canadians are choosing to build and sustain a sense of community are clearly changing.
With working women the rule rather than the exception, urban populations expanding, commuting distances growing longer, and technological innovations changing our day-to-day behaviours, people are also adapting how they connect with and care for one another.
Whereas families might have once gathered weekly around the Sunday dinner table, today, many families are huddling ‘round computer screens for Skype calls. Not so long ago people sent cards and letters to convey good wishes and mark special occasions. Today, they’re more likely to pass along jokes, photos and messages via email, or to post a message on the wall of a Facebook friend.
The human need for community is fundamental. And in calling His followers to care for one another in community, Jesus set a new standard; teaching us to love one another as He loves us, not just to love others as we love ourselves. In other words, Christ calls us to love others with the love of God.
So this issue of WorldWatch, we’re focusing on cultivating community. Why do we need it? How do we build it? And once we know we have it, how do we keep it strong and growing?
Statistics
What are the forces impacting our sense of community in daily life today? What does research indicate are the benefits of having a strong sense of community?
Interviews
Why is a sense of belonging so vital? How does a sense of community make our lives fuller, more meaningful and productive? Experts on the issue give you the answers.
Did you know
Fascinating little tidbits about our topic that will become food for further thought.
World Vision Resources
Whether you’re seeking help in caring for your community, or wanting to teach little ones the importance of doing so we’ve got great resources worth checking out.
Global Resources
Helpful resources gleaned from around the web and around the world.
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