How to raise compassionate kids: A parent’s playbook

Parenting is full of deep joys. That first gummy smile. Those first wobbly steps. That very first bike ride. But one of the greatest delights as a Christ-following parent is discipling our kids in the way of Jesus— raising faith-filled and compassionate kids. From reading familiar Bible stories at bedtime and doing fun character-building activities […]

6 surprising benefits of being a generous person

As charities, we often talk about how your generosity benefits the people we serve.  But did you know about the benefits of generosity for your personal life, too? We’re talking about real, concrete benefits. Ones that impact every part of you!   Let’s take a look at 6 surprising benefits of generosity.  1. Generosity makes you […]

The happiest thing you can do this year

Have you cozied up for your first Christmas movie of the year? Whether you lean towards the sentimental, the humourous, the classics or the latest release, we all love the touch of holiday magic that is nestled into a good story. We love to watch as characters experience the joy of doing good. There is […]

Words that open worlds: 12 books to build compassion in kids

Did you ever have a book that changed your perspective? Stories are powerful, and words open worlds to us. Books let us practice love and concern for people who we may never meet, grow curiosity about others and fuel the emotions that motivate us not just to feel but to do something good. In short, […]

How to talk to kids about the global food crisis

The news can be scary for kids (and grown-ups too)! With so much brokenness in the world, it’s tempting to want to shield our children. Many of us wonder how to make our children aware of complex issues like the global food crisis. Heavy conversations can be intimidating. Right now, a global food crisis is […]

10 questions about year-end giving with a financial planner

Canadians are generous people! At Compassion Canada, we see that firsthand, especially in December. When the snow starts falling, we also see a flurry of year-end giving. With these gifts, we can help more children to be released from poverty in Jesus’ name and change the communities in which they live.   This year, we’ve […]

What does the Bible say about social justice?

February 20th is World Day of Social Justice. As a child development organization, we love to champion days like today! We also know that the social justice we seek day in and day out is rooted in something much deeper than cultural movements or online trends. The social justice we seek is deeply rooted in Jesus.