Business
Jun 16th, 2010
It’s been a long road back from addiction for Darby Norton but with the help from organizations like Working Gear Clothing Society it’s becoming easier.
News
Jun 15th, 2010
Starting at noon on June 20th, the blocks on Main Street between 30th and 33rd will be closed off to traffic and the Vancouver Peoples’ Summit will begin. The event, in...
The Beautiful Game
Jun 12th, 2010
Will South Africa benefit from the world up in the long run?
Linda Solomon
May 17th, 2010
Meryl Streep, speaking today at the Barnard College commencement in Manhattan, told graduates that..."If you are touched by the success fairy you are duty-bound to spread what you know around like...
News
Apr 28th, 2010
In a press conference today at the site of the newly completed "Paint Your Faith" mural at 55-57 Hastings Street, Reverend Ric Matthews formally announced plans to build a $31 million building on the...
News
Apr 26th, 2010
First United Church will use the completion of an East Hastings street mural to launch an exciting new Initiative. "This is the time for bold and courageous leadership to address homelessness and we...
News
Apr 22nd, 2010
In a recent news release, the BC Ministry of Housing and Social Development indicated the government will continue funding the three Vancouver Heat Shelters, including funding 200 spaces at First...
Opinion
Mar 5th, 2010
Living in our culture can be more difficult than living in a third world country.
Olympics
Feb 26th, 2010
First United Church is called “home” by a diverse community of over 250 people from the downtown eastside. A new symbol of faith has appeared there. It is a traditional Haida totem pole unveiled as...
Olympics
Feb 25th, 2010
Ric Matthews of First United Church addresses the crowd. People waiting to begin the stand. The chain forms along both sides of Hastings. The human chain calling for a national housing...
