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June 19, 2018
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The mission of ARPA Canada is to educate, equip, and encourage Reformed Christians to political action and to bring a biblical perspective to our civil authorities. ARPA Canada exists because we care. We care about our nation, our communities, our families, and our freedoms. Most of all, we care about what God says is good and right. Jesus Christ told us that the greatest commandment is to “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind” and to “Love your neighbour as yourself.” How do we show love? By living our lives in devotion to Him.
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This evening we are celebrating our articling student Tabitha's Call to the Bar - the final ceremony where she will officially become a licensed lawyer! The ceremony will take place, D.V., Monday, June 25th. We thank the Lord for providing us with Tabitha and her passion and talents and look forward to what He plans to do through her in the coming years. Send Tabitha a note of encouragement: Tabitha(at)ARPACanada.ca
Good reflections on getting involved in politics at the ground level.
Denley: Don't like our political parties? Then join one and change things
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This month’s provincial election was a political chamber of horrors featuring unpopular leaders, unaffordable or vague plans, and some candidates with résumés that wouldn’…
I have been involved with different parties at different times over the years. Sometimes, it seems like members can't make any headway at all. I remember being a Conservative and when Harper won a majority us members were so excited that the Abortion topic would now be handled. Hopes were high, and we were let down when they chose votes over babies lives. Other times, I have seen my party ignore an issue when in power, and then another party steals the idea when they get elected, because it is a good idea. The important thing is to get involved....somewhere. Have the conversations. Christians should have no worry being a member of ANY party because they have an influence. Keep your expectations low and get involved and OVER TIME, you will influence change.
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Monroe Christine "belongs" to two reality TV stars. They picked her genetic mother out of a catalogue. They mocked her birth mother on TV and she sued them. They won't be doing "business" with her any more.
"Courage has very little to do with who we are, and a whole lot to do with what we believe about who our God is."
Post-TWU: A time for courage - ARPA Canada
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by Mark Penninga I’m often asked whether political and legal developments in Canada get me down. And my honest answer is that they rarely do. I’m often amazed and encouraged by the impact we can still have when we seize the freedom God has given us and take action. But I admit that last Friday.....
Couldn’t help but be reminded of this word by biographer Roland Bainton speaking of Martin Luther... on why Luther appeared so fearless: "The most intrepid revolutionary is the one who has a fear greater than anything his opponents can inflict upon him. Luther, who had so trembled before the face of God, had no fear before the face of man."
4 days ago · 1This was very well written! Thank you for your words of encouragement. I especially appreciate being directed to Bible passages that are so relevant to this situation. Its amazing how God has a message for everything! May God continue to work out His plan through the efforts of you, ARPA and through Christians everywhere!
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On #LighthouseNews this week, two interviews touching on two recent Supreme Court of Canada rulings.
ARPA’s Director of Law and Policy, André Schutten - who appeared as an intervener in the TWU case - analyzes the ruling.
ARPA lawyer John Sikkema had appeared as an intervener in the Wall case, gives some analysis of that ruling.
Seems ridiculous that the governing bodies would be able to use "public perception" concerns to withhold accreditation--elitist, discriminatory, misleading as to the quality of the program....and it's just not true. Can the public even recall who gives the accreditation? Maybe a bit more for a law school but would the public ever hold them in less esteem because they follow sound procedure and bestow the accreditation-no, I don't think so...just the opposite. Interesting on the "optional" covenant. You'd probably disappoint and disillusion some students, whether they remember, hold it against you 😉 whether you have to discuss it much--not sure. This drastic court change is a big concern, isn't it.
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Good reflections on getting involved in politics at the ground level. https://t.co/lnD5DBDXx5 https://t.co/0ncS2Q3l0D
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Monroe Christine "belongs" to two reality TV stars. They picked her genetic mother out of a catalogue. They mocked… https://t.co/967nOIGhlV
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"Courage has very little to do with who we are, and a whole lot to do with what we believe about who our God is."… https://t.co/cOg5chk0oj
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On #LighthouseNews this week, two interviews touching on two recent Supreme Court of Canada rulings. https://t.co/DxKQK9Wy3a
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RT @CharterFreedoms: With the death of #ReligiousFreedom will come the death of #TheFreeSociety in Canada. The Supreme Court of Canada is l…
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Andre Schutten speaks to the media about the Supreme Court decision on Trinity Western’s law school.… https://t.co/5S8bQIn4kn
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RT @archbmiller: I am saddened by today’s Supreme Court of Canada ruling on Trinity Western University’s proposed law school.
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ARPA Director of Law & Policy @aschutten speaking to reporters following disappointing ruling from #SCC in Trinity… https://t.co/8McZvOx5CE
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Good luck Tabitha! God go with you in your career. God Bless!
20 hours ago · 2Another Lioness in Judah. God bless you in all your endeavors Tabitha.
20 hours ago · 2Congratulations, Tabitha!!
19 hours ago · 1Gongratulations Tabitha may the Lord bless you in your endeavours.
18 hours ago · 1Congratulations Tabitha! The Lord's richest blessings!
18 hours ago · 1Well done Tabitha!!!
18 hours ago · 1Congratulations Tabitha! Feels like I'm missing out but so glad they did this for your. Enjoy your weekend with family and friends. I look forward to working alongside you for many years to come!
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Congrats Tabitha!
17 hours ago · 1Prayers of a steadfast completion to become a lawyer Tabitha upholding integrity.
15 hours ago · 1Parabéns Tabitha😊
10 hours ago · 1What a journey. May God continue to use you for His service. God be with you and keep you.
9 hours ago · 1A heartfelt congratulations Tabitha. God bless you in and through this profession
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