Not Meant to Understand: Soil, Wrestling, and the Seed of the Gospel
In an assignment for the Six Acts course, student Zoe reflects on the story of scripture and what it means to be a willing participant in God’s story. “The parable […]
Alumni Interview – Marika (’21)
I recently reached out to some alumni to see what they’ve been up to and how Act Five has played a role in their lives. It was so encouraging to […]
Placement Highlight: 541 Eatery and Exchange
“‘And can you remind me of your name again, my friend?’ is the line that warmly welcomes guests with open arms into 541 Eatery & Exchange. This lively, joy-filled community […]
Come Live at Blake Street this Summer!
Are you working or studying in and around Hamilton this summer? Do you want a place to live that is affordable and offers incredible benefits of community, fun and rhythms […]
A Story of Food and Neighbour: Act Five and Micah House
Residence Manager Madi Eckert tells a recent story of exchange – both food and friendship, happening between residents of Act Five and Micah House. The Story I’m standing around the […]
Curiosity in Community: An End-of-Term Reflection, by Leah
In the beginning, God created… He created the heavens and earth, sun, moon, and stars. He painted sunsets, carved out canyons, and filled oceans. In this artistry and grandeur of […]
Inspired by Cows, Dirt & Narnia
This past month of Act Five has been full of good ordinary work. Our students have been baking bread, gardening, grocery shopping, waking up for daily morning prayer, hosting neighbours […]
Why Do We Go To The Wilderness? Part 2
Two students, Naomi and Emma, have taken time to reflect on their September canoe trips: what they learned, what they loved, and what they didn’t expect. What I Learned Naomi: […]
Why do we go to the Wilderness? Part 1
Eager to hear student reflections on the Canoe Trip? Stay tuned – those are coming soon! First, enjoy Part 1 of this special 2-part blog post on why we go […]
Summer 2023 at Blake Street
Act Five’s Residence Manager, Madison Eckert, writes about life in Act Five in the summertime. Enjoy, as she describes the particular highlights of this past season. It was a Friday […]
