"I am often humbled to be in the role that I am in, to be able to witness the kingdom of God coming in and through these 12 students of Act Five's first cohort. I see and trust that the impact of this program ripples beyond these students."
By: Jon Berends | February 25, 2020
"CityKidz is a great placement because it forces me out of my comfort zone, in a good way."
By: Alyssa Zilney | February 11, 2020
Placements are now well underway across the city! Each week we will be giving insight into the exciting things happening as our students engage in these experiences. This week, Autumn's placement with Open Homes Hamilton is in the spotlight.
By: Alyssa Zilney | February 4, 2020
"I think that this is the true power of community." Arissa reflects on the reoccurring theme of radical hospitality since the winter trip.
By: Alyssa Zilney | January 27, 2020
Today is day one of student placements, a moment long anticipated. Join us over the next 10 or so weeks to follow along with all that our students are up to.
By: Jon Berends | January 20, 2020
"This time at the frozen lake was carved out for us. Done on purpose. I'm anticipating that it was the calm before the busyness of this upcoming second semester."
By: Nina Drenth | January 15, 2020
God is on the move here. And we head into Christmas break tired, full and grateful.
By: Jon Berends | December 14, 2019
Enjoy a few videos of our students dancing with friends in Lundazi, Zambia, in their last few days in this beautiful country.
By: Nina Drenth | December 6, 2019
Jamie, an Act Five student, reflects on her experiences and purpose in Lundazi, Zambia.
By: Nina Drenth | November 29, 2019
Alyssa writes that the students have been enjoying Lundazi and the market and the soccer games. Today they are going to a health clinic ministry in Lundazi to learn more about this pillar in the community.
By: Nina Drenth | November 22, 2019
"[In Act Five], we often say that the best experiences we have are around the dinner table... so it is cool to see that, despite a slight language barrier and very different food, the familial feeling carries to halfway across the world."
By: Jon Berends | November 19, 2019
"All I have done since being here so far is receive."
By: Jon Berends | November 18, 2019