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GFA World Staff Run for COVID-19 Relief

Oct. 13, 2021

GFA World hosted its first official 5K “Run for THEIR Life,” benefiting the men, women and children of Asia and Africa who are fighting COVID-19.

The COVID-19 pandemic is bringing death and destruction to millions around the globe. For many in Asia, the affect of the virus is felt in more ways than one as they struggle to make ends meet during the lockdown. Mothers and fathers, who are already struggling in poverty, aren’t able to provide food for their families because of lockdowns. Many are saying they fear starvation more than the coronavirus.

GFA World is helping to bring much-needed aid to families who are suffering fro…

Prayer as a Lifestyle

Sept. 8, 2020

As followers of Christ, prayer is foundational to our spiritual journey and yet it can be so easy to push it aside amid the distractions and busyness of the wo…

In the Silence

July 10, 2020

Have you ever been at a place in your spiritual journey where you feel like you are stuck in place? You don’t feel enthusiasm or passion anymore and you go thr…

Community Life During Isolation

June 12, 2020

When Coronavirus first began, for most of us it was just an unknown disease, in far off China. For me, it didn’t affect my day-to-day life, so I dismissed it, …

Celebrating Christmas in Stoney Creek

Dec. 23, 2019

Carols and hot chocolate, red and green lights, time with family and friends, these are all things that remind us Christmas is on it's way.

Serving the Community, Impacting the World

Nov. 14, 2019

Community events are an important part of our lives at GFA. They play a vital role in allowing us to serve our neighbours and build relationships within Stoney…

Riding for a Cause

June 19, 2019

Giving Back for Lent

April 29, 2019

Bringing Hope with Christmas Shoeboxes

Dec. 12, 2018

Operation Christmas Child is a practical way for Canadians to bless struggling children in the developing world by filling shoeboxes with toys, hygiene items, …

Apples, Community & Family Fun

Oct. 31, 2018

Crowds of fall fun-seekers from near and far travelled to Hamilton on Sept.29th to attend the Annual Apple Festival hosted by the Battlefield House Museum.