This week was filled with good news stories about lives transformed, hockey victories on and off the ice for the Winnipeg Jets, and so much more.
Alexander Archbold: How a piece of trash transformed a homeless man's life
It's a rags-to-riches story that starts with a piece of trash.
In 2018, a man named Adam Gillan walked into Alexander Archbold's now-closed Curiousity Inc. antique shop in Edmonton, Alberta with a ratty Bambi picture.
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Fresh IE celebrates milestone birthday with new single
Winnipeg's Fresh IE has a lot to celebrate today, including releasing his brand new single 'Glory.'
"I'm thankful to be 50," says Robert Wilson, A.K.A. Fresh IE. "I'm thankful to get out of my 40s because they were my roughest years. I feel God's blessing today."
Dog the Bounty Hunter now helping fight human trafficking
Dog the Bounty Hunter and his new wife Francie are launching a foundation to help put an end to sex trafficking.
Duane Chapman, AKA Dog the Bounty Hunter, has recently launched the D.O.G Foundation. The main focus of it is to rehabilitate abused women and hunt down traffickers.
Jets soar past Blues as Hellebuyck nets shutout
The Jets came through for their sick head coach.
Defenceman Josh Morrisey set up two goals as Winnipeg defeated the St. Louis Blues 4-0 at Canada Life Centre with head coach Rick Bowness nursing an illness at home on Monday.
WATCH: The best pup drop-ever at a hockey game
Officials can receive a bit of a hard time from sports fans but everyone was cheering when a furry boy walked out to centre ice with a puck in his mouth.
Duke the therapy dog from Toba Centre for Children and Youth was selected for the ceremonial puck drop ahead of Monday night's Winnipeg Jets game against the St. Louis Blues. Monday was Child Abuse Awareness Day, part of the larger Child Abuse Awareness Month throughout October.
From homelessness to success: How a ratty piece of art changed Adam Gillan's life
It's been four years since Adam Gillan lived on the streets, and it's thanks to a ratty piece of art that he's where he is today.
"I moved to Edmonton from Ontario for work thinking I was going to get away from trouble, but with my addictions, it was hard," said Gillan.
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Johnny Cash documentary depicts story of broken man who found God
While Johnny Cash's life had some ups and downs, the new documentary is proving to be an inspiring film.
The official trailer of Johnny Cash: The Redemption of an American Icon was released on October 12 on YouTube.
Ministry helping create new non-violent normal for women and children
International Justice Mission is passionate about seeking justice to set women and children affected by violence and human trafficking free.
Lorianne Dueck is the Mobilization and Advocacy Programs Coordinator. She grew up in Manitoba but moved to the GTA in Ontario two years ago to work for International Justice Mission (IJM) Canada.
Going to therapy becomes Jodi King's newest sign of strength
Jodi King is opening up to her fans about seeking therapeutic help for the first time and is encouraging others to do so as well if they have been unsure.
For nearly the last two years, King and her husband Chris experienced many hardships, their house flooding was one of the major ones which proved to be the most difficult. She has now taken to Instagram to share with her followers the struggle she faced during that time.
With a world divided, MercyMe album focusing on common denominator
The Christian band MercyMe is hoping its new album will inspire Christians to focus on unity rather than continuing to be so divided.
MercyMe released its 11th studio album on October 21 called Always Only Jesus.
A little goes a long way: How God uses the simple and ordinary for his extraordinary purposes
In a culture where value is placed on grand displays of power and influence, it is easy to get caught in the comparison trap that creates an enormous pressure to do more, try harder, or “go big or go home.” The constant striving for greatness and abundance can disrupt our peace, happiness, and confidence.
Like many women, Rachael Adams questioned her worth, which she based on her contributions as a wife, a mother, and a child of God. She believed that her modest, routine work was insignificant and meaningless. Rachael needed a reminder that God finds importance and significance even in the simplest, most ordinary tasks and that He multiplies the smallest efforts for his kingdom and will.
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Candace Cameron Bure's podcast covers in-depth life conversations
Full House star, Candace Cameron Bure is prepared to launch her new podcast next month discussing topics of faith and family.
The well-known actress and outspoken Christian told Variety in a statement that this podcast will give her the chance to have deep and meaningful conversations about topics that she cares about and have fun with it at the same time.
Lecrae visits Holy Land, reminding him why he raps about God
A visit to the Sea of Galilee and watching people get baptized in the Jordan River were places of impact on Christian rapper Lecrae during his recent visit to the Holy Land.
"I finished my lasted project (Church Clothes 4) and headed straight to the Lands of the Bible," says Lecrae on Facebook. "This has been a powerful trip that helps me put it all in perspective."
ONE Worship Night 2.0, relaunching citywide praise events
While it's been a few years since consistent worship events, this Saturday people are invited to come and worship God altogether at the ONE Worship Night in south Winnipeg.
Richard Hale and his wife Krisjana started and run ONE Worship Nights in Winnipeg.
TobyMac leaning on friends throughout grieving process, album full of collabs
TobyMac's first album after the death of his oldest son Truett, Life After Death, is supported by many of the singer's friends.
"I've always dreamed of doing a collaborative record – a record of collaborations," says TobyMac to Christian Headlines. "And I thought this would be a better time than any because I feel like maybe I needed a little help from my friends to make it through it."
Lucille Williams: Tips to keep your marriage strong while raising children
Marriage on its own is challenging. Throw some kids into the mix and things can get very complicated.
Can those two things be combined? If not, which one should we be focusing on first? Our marriage or our children?
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From busking to centre stage, Hillsong artist releasing solo project
Hillsong UNITED's Benjamin Hastings is releasing a solo album, touching on the mental battles he's faced over the past year.
Hastings was recently nominated for a Dove Award for a song he wrote for Hillsong UNITED, called 'Know You Will.' It was nominated for Worship Recorded Song of the Year.
Super heroes descend to make appearance at Children's Hospital
Families in the Children's Hospital had a moment of excitement as some of their favourite characters and first responder heroes rappelled down the hospital walls.
On Thursday, October 27, Voyageur Technical, a Winnipeg-based company trained in access and rescue solutions and consulting, led the wonder-inducing event. Members of Voyageur Technical, the RCMP Emergency Response Team and the Winnipeg Police Service Tactical Support Team joined together to form the team of fliers that would greet kids through the windows.
Satanist thought suicide only way out, until he met Jesus
A pastor from the U.K. feels grateful to share his story of how becoming a Satanist almost cost him his life until he encountered the living God.
Ben Atkins shares his testimony in a recent podcast titled 'Playing with Fire.' Atkins shares how he grew up in a chaotic home and it had him questioning everything he learned.
Backpacks from Heaven blessing those in need downtown Winnipeg
This is the third year a Winnipeg woman is handing out backpacks full of goods to people experiencing homelessness to honour her daughter's legacy.
Shelly Taillieu lost her daughter Destiny to an accidental drug overdose on November 4, 2018.
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