Important Notice:
Potential Postal Strike

Ensuring Your Support Reaches the Persecuted Church

Dear Valued Ministry Supporter,

Thank you for your continued support of the Voice of the Martyrs Canada. We are deeply grateful for your generosity and faithfulness in standing with our persecuted brothers and sisters in Christ around the world.

As you may be aware, a potential postal strike is expected to begin on May 22nd, 2025. To ensure your vital support continues to reach us without interruption, and that our ministry to the “church persecuted” remains unaffected, we encourage you to consider the following alternative methods of giving:

  • Online Donations – You can give securely through our website using Mastercard, Visa or American Express: VOMCanada.com/donate.
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Additionally, if you would like to continue prayerfully supporting our suffering Christian family through VOMC’s monthly prayer calendar, please note that printable PDF's are available for download on our website.

We truly appreciate your continued partnership and understanding during this time. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

With gratitude,

The VOMC Ministry Team

MAKING ROOM FOR
‘GREAT THOUGHTS OF GOD’

By Vanessa Brobbel
VOMC’s Manager of Special Projects

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Have you ever felt weary from living in a world where humankind has, in large part, chosen to root itself in social constructs and power dynamics that are singularly focussed on banning God – the Creator of everything in the universe? The irony of created beings dismissing the One who fashioned their very existence could almost be considered comical – if it were not so seriously shocking.

Let us turn our attention for a moment towards all that is presented as “good,” “beautiful” and “true.” God, our Creator, made us in His image; and part of that image includes the ability to create. Art produced from a healthy (spiritual) heart is rooted in one’s desire to demonstrate the likeness (character) of God, who gave human beings opportunities and abilities to use the talents He invested within them to express their faith, point others to eternal things, and glorify Him as the Exalted Creator.

“So, God created man in His own
image, in the image of God He created him;
male and female He created them.”
Genesis 1:27 ESV

In this Art Gallery Showing article, I would like us to look past the works of the enemy – not so we can ignore or dismiss the pain that’s wrought by evil, but rather to leave room for ‘great thoughts of God.’ As J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings character, Samwise Gamgee, reminds us:

“It’s like in the great stories, Mr. Frodo. The ones that really mattered. Full of darkness and danger they were. And sometimes you didn’t want to know the end. Because how could the end be happy? How could the world go back to the way it was when so much bad had happened? But in the end, it’s only a passing thing – this shadow. Even darkness must pass. A new day will come. And when the sun shines, it will shine out the clearer…. Folks in those stories had lots of chances of turning back, only they didn’t. Because they were holding on to something.… There’s some good in this world, Mr. Frodo, and it’s worth fighting for.”1

Followers of Jesus know that there is still good taking place in this world due to God’s redemptive power (John 3:16). This year’s aim for VOMC’s Art Gallery Showing is to provide a visual space for ‘great thoughts of God’ and the fact that His goodness is actively at work within the hearts of all those who are centred on Him. The theme for 2024, aptly titled “Heart Health,” is based on Proverbs 4:23 (AMP):

“Watch over your heart with all diligence,
for from it flow the springs of life.”

We were very excited to receive a total of 27 entries from talented artists across Canada (11 of them representing artists in the youth category; and 16 representing those in the adult category). All submitted entries were juried by three professional artists who were tasked to select the artwork that most clearly depicted this year’s “Heart Health” theme.

I encourage you to take a quiet journey across the pages that highlight this year’s selected submissions and honourable mentions. As you linger on each of the images, allow them to speak to your own heart of the things that are eternal, beautiful and prayerful. Throughout the process, try to eliminate the ‘tyranny of hurry’ for a few moments so you can focus on the One who will make your spiritual heart healthy despite the challenges in this world.

Source: 1 The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers. Directed by Peter Jackson, New Line Cinema, 2002.

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Two hands holding a giftTitre : Le plus grand don de Dieu Mise à jour sur le projet Bénédiction de Noël - de Sarah YvonneA large crowd awaits the distribution of Christian literature.

Ce Noël-ci, en célébrant le plus grand don de Dieu envers l’humanité, son Fils Jésus-Christ, nous nous réjouissons de ce qu’il a présenté à The Voice of the Martyrs Canada beaucoup d’occasions de démontrer son amour à des multitudes, à l’échelle mondiale. Grâce à sa collaboration avec des partenaires de ministère internationaux fiables, VOMC a merveilleusement béni, d’année en année, des chrétiens persécutés dans divers pays par son projet Bénédiction de Noël. Au moyen de ce projet, on a fourni, au fil du temps, un soutien pratique et des cadeaux utiles à des milliers de familles chrétiennes et à leurs enfants, surtout à des croyants qui vivent dans des régions hostiles à l’Évangile.

Il est très traumatisant pour les enfants de vivre sans cesse sous la menace de la persécution et de voir les gens qu’ils aiment être persécutés, harcelés, violentés et même tués. Recevoir une bible, de même que des articles utiles et des jouets, peut produire un effet décisif dans la vie d’un enfant. Cela lui rappelle l’espérance et la joie que nous procure à tous le Seigneur Jésus, ainsi que le fait que des chrétiens de partout dans le monde l’aiment et prient pour lui. Nous remercions Dieu pour la générosité de nos donateurs, grâce à laquelle ce projet touchera bien des familles chrétiennes et des enfants dans le besoin.

Et quiconque reçoit en mon nomun petit enfant comme celui-ci,me reçoit moi-même.
Matthieu 18.5 (La Colombe)

Cette année, le projet Bénédiction de Noël se réalisera parmi les communautés chrétiennes de la Colombie, grâce au partenariat de VOMC avec la société Colombia Para Cristo. En raison de leur grande pauvreté, peu de familles habitant les régions où sévit la persécution dans ce pays de l’Amérique du Sud sont en mesure de célébrer un Noël « normal » avec leurs êtres chers. En outre, nos partenaires de ministère de la société Colombia Para Cristo rapportent que, « depuis longtemps, la Colombie maltraite ses enfants; entre autres, on les enrôle dans des groupes hostiles et l’on opprime les familles qui, parce qu’elles choisissent d’exercer leur foi chrétienne, affrontent l’opposition de nombreuses factions, y compris celle des cartels, de la mafia et des insurgés ».

En réponse à l’engagement de soutien de VOMC, nos partenaires de ministère ont affirmé que « l’Évangile constitue la seule solution possible aux problèmes de la Colombie, et nous croyons que les enfants se souviendront pour toujours de cet investissement [dans leur vie]. De plus, c’est là une occasion de produire de grands changements dans ces régions dangereuses ». Cette année, le projet a pour but de livrer des vélos ainsi que des « colis réconfort » contenant des bibles et de la documentation chrétienne, des jouets, des fournitures scolaires et d’autres articles pratiques, à plus de 500 enfants directement et à plus de 1000 familles indirectement.

Au fil des préparatifs de ce projet, nos partenaires ont appris que, dans ces communautés, il y a encore plus d’enfants nécessiteux qu’ils l’avaient d’abord cru. L’un de nos partenaires de ministère colombien a précisé ceci : « Nous avons demandé au Seigneur de nous faire voir sa main [dans ce projet], parce que nous ne voulons pas qu’un seul enfant soit privé de cadeau. Nous le louons, car il nous vient en aide. » On a déjà acheté beaucoup de vélos pour les distribuer dans trois communautés chrétiennes de la Colombie, situées à l’intérieur de l’un des territoires les plus dangereux du pays. Dans cette région contrôlée par des Autochtones extrémistes, des barons de la drogue ainsi que des groupes paramilitaires comme les FARC et la ELN, on s’inquiète du haut taux de délinquance découlant de cette réalité. De plus, les factions rebelles persécutent âprement les chrétiens qui vivent là.

Nos partenaires de ministère reconnaissent qu’il peut être très risqué de s’aventurer dans ces territoires pour y distribuer la Bénédiction de Noël. Cependant, le Seigneur leur a clairement montré que c’est dans ces endroits que ces dons produiront le plus d’effets. Veuillez prier avec nous pour la sécurité de nos partenaires et pour que Dieu leur accorde la sagesse nécessaire dans le cadre de ces distributions qu’ils entreprennent avec joie, car ils servent de mains et de pieds au Seigneur Jésus dans ces lieux ténébreux.

Par la grâce de Dieu, nous nous attendons également à distribuer plus de 4000 bibles dans diverses communautés chrétiennes de la Colombie. Bien que notre projet se déroule dans des régions éloignées, où aucun missionnaire n’est allé depuis des décennies, ou peut-être jamais, des milliers d’assemblées et de pasteurs s’y épanouissent heureusement sur le plan spirituel. Comme un réveil continue de s’opérer dans des régions éloignées de la Colombie, ainsi qu’au Venezuela, un pays voisin, on ressent un immense besoin de bibles dans diverses langues tribales. Malgré la situation politique et économique déplorable de ces pays, beaucoup de personnes assoiffées spirituellement soumettent leur vie au Seigneur Jésus! Nous remercions Dieu de nous permettre de participer à cette œuvre extraordinaire qui rapporte une si riche moisson.

Nous prions pour qu’en recevant leur paquet Bénédiction de Noël cette année, les enfants de la Colombie se sentent très réconfortés par cette preuve du grand amour que Dieu leur porte. Nous prions aussi pour que leurs familles affligées soient fortifiées sur le plan spirituel, de sorte qu’elles surmontent les épreuves de la persécution. Comme il y aura des occasions d’évangéliser la population, nous demandons également à Dieu de préparer le cœur des gens qui ne vont pas à l’église, afin que nombre de Sud-Américains se montrent réceptifs à la bonne nouvelle de l’Évangile.

Grâces soient rendues à Dieu
pour son don ineffable!
2 Corinthiens 9.15 (La Colombe)

Nous nous réjouissons de ce que Dieu bénit nos efforts visant à soutenir des partenaires de mission aussi zélés et courageux que ces Colombiens, et nous espérons qu’en ce temps des Fêtes et par la suite, la lumière de Christ brille avec éclat dans les lieux ténébreux de la terre. Puissent des multitudes, en Colombie et sur toute la planète, accepter le salut éternel que procure le Fils de Dieu, Jésus-Christ, le plus grand don de tous!

Children sit together. One girl is reading a book with the title, "Jesus."Two girls are looking at the camera.A man is teaching a class of children.

Two hands holding a giftTitle: "God's Greatest Gif" - "Chrismas Blessing" Project Update By Sarah YvonneA large crowd awaits the distribution of Christian literature.

This Christmas season, as we celebrate God’s greatest gift of love to us, His Son Jesus Christ, we rejoice that He has provided The Voice of the Martyrs Canada so many opportunities to reach out with His love to multitudes around the world. In collaboration with the mission’s various credible International Ministry partners, VOMC’s Christmas Blessing project has indeed been a wonderful blessing to persecuted believers in different countries year after year. Through this project, both practical support and meaningful gifts have been distributed over the years to thousands of Christian families and their children – specifically those who are living in regions that are hostile towards their faith.

Living under the constant threat of persecution is deeply traumatizing for children who are exposed to harassment, violence, and even the loss of loved ones. The gift of a Bible, along with practical necessities and toys, can make a real difference in a child’s life. It serves to remind them of the hope and joy we all share through our Lord Jesus, plus the fact that they are loved and prayed for by fellow Christians around the globe. We thank God for the generous donations of our supporters, through which this project has touched the lives of so many Christian families and children in need.

“…whoever welcomes one such
child in My name welcomes Me.”
Matthew 18:5 NIVUK

This year’s Christmas Blessing project, which will be focussing on persecuted Christian communities in Colombia, is being facilitated through VOMC’s partnership with the Colombia Para Cristo Society. Not many families residing in persecuted regions of this South American country are able to celebrate a “normal” Christmas with their loved ones due to a tremendous lack of resources. In addition to the financial hardships experienced by these families, our ministry partners from Para Cristo Society report that “Colombia has a very strong history of child abuse, including child recruitment to hostile groups and persecution towards families who choose to exercise their Christian faith despite opposition from many factions – including the cartel, mafia and insurgent groups.”

In response to VOMC’s sponsorship commitment, our ministry partners report, “The Gospel is the only solution for Colombia, and we believe this investment in [the lives of these] children is something they will always remember, as well as an opportunity to create significant changes in these dangerous regions.” The project’s goal for this year involves the delivery of bicycles, “family care” baskets containing Bibles and additional Christian literature – plus toys, school supplies and other practical necessities – to more than 500 children directly and over 1,000 families indirectly.

As this year’s project progressed, our ministry partners received word that there are now even more needy children residing within these selected communities than initially expected. One of our Colombia ministry partners further explained: “We prayed to the Lord to let us see His hand [in this project], because it’s our desire that no child will be left without a gift. And we praise the Lord because He is helping us.”

Many bicycles have already been purchased for distribution among three Christian communities in Colombia. These communities are located within one of the most dangerous territories of the country. As it’s an area controlled by radical natives, drug lords, as well as guerrilla ELN and FARC paramilitary groups, there are concerns over the resulting high level of delinquency. In addition, Christians residing within this area encounter severe persecution from the rebel factions.

Our ministry partners acknowledge that safely travelling within this territory for the Christmas Blessing distributions can be a great challenge. Nevertheless, the Lord has clearly shown them that this is where the gifts will have the most impact. Please join us in praying for the safety and wisdom of our ministry partners as they joyfully undertake this year’s distributions, serving as the hands and feet of our Lord Jesus in this dark place.

By the grace of God, we are also expecting to distribute over 4,000 Bibles in other Colombian Christian communities. Although we are reaching out among remote areas that have not seen a missionary in decades – if ever – thankfully thousands of pastors and congregations are spiritually thriving. As revival continues to take place in the remote regions of Colombia and its neighbouring country of Venezuela, there is an immense need for more Bibles in various tribal languages. In the midst of these countries’ grim political and economic situations, huge numbers of spiritually seeking souls are surrendering their lives to our Lord Jesus! We praise God for allowing us to take part in His expansive ministry work during this time of great harvest.

As the children in Colombia receive their Christmas Blessing gifts this year, it is our prayer that they will be greatly encouraged by the assurance of God’s tremendous love for them, and that their suffering families will be uplifted and further strengthened spiritually so they can victoriously overcome the trials of persecution. As there will also be opportunities for evangelism, we’re asking the Lord to prepare the hearts of their unchurched neighbours so that even more South Americans will be receptive to the “Good News” of the Gospel.

“Thanks be to God for
His indescribable gift!”
1 Corinthians 9:15 NIVUK

We rejoice over His blessing of our collaborative efforts with such diligent and courageous ministry partners, and hope that throughout this Christmas season and beyond, the light of Christ will shine brightly in the dark places of our world. As a result, may multitudes more in Colombia – and every other part of the globe – experience eternal salvation through the provision of God’s Son, Jesus Christ, the greatest gift of all!

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Summary of Position:
One of the main roles of the Content Curator (CC) involves writing excellent and compelling content for VOMC’s various audiences across its multiple platforms. In doing so, the CC will provide support to the Communications department, the ministry’s Digital Growth and

Engagement team, as well as the organization of VOM Canada as a whole. In essence, the CC will oversee a variety of projects that are aimed at raising awareness of God’s heart for the persecuted and mobilizing the church in Canada to respond and take inventory of their own journey with Christ.

The CC will develop content that communicates effectively with both existing and future supporters by building brand equity and impelling action on behalf of Christians living in hostile situations.

The right candidate will help to develop and support projects that meet these goals. This individual will be an integral team player who is enthusiastic about VOMC’s Core Values.

Additionally, the CC will:

  • Conduct themselves in a Christ-like manner at work and outside the
  • Participate in regular staff gatherings which include spiritual practices such as worship, Scriptural readings and corporate prayer.
  • Pray with staff or ministry supporters when requested or deemed

Supervisor:

Vice President of Domestic Ministry

Reporting to this Position:

None

Duties:

A) Program Communications (40%)

  • Collaborate with other members of the Domestic Ministry team in order to plan and create high-quality, engaging content for both written and digital platforms.
  • Participate in the storyboarding process, brainstorming different concepts and ideas in preparation for writing draft copies.
  • Research and gather necessary information (external and internal) and stories for use in writing tasks.
  • Make first-draft editing adjustments to various VOMC communication pieces, such as (potential) direct mail appeals, letters, educational pieces, calendars, reports, etc.
  • Contribute to other marketing materials, including annual report(s), “thank you” letters, print ads, brochures, special donor query letters, signs, etc.
  • Ensure that all written communications adhere to VOMC’s Brand Guidelines, Tone of Voice Guidelines and ministry philosophy, as well as The Canadian Press Stylebook.
  • Maintain familiarity with current topics regarding persecution trends, international development and Christian response.

B) Digital Media Communications (40%)

  • Imagine creative, unique and scroll-stopping content that will be presented creatively and professionally to VOMC’s digital media followers.
  • Create and develop social media strategies, content and schedules for VOMC’s digital platforms; manage social media accounts (including Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, etc.) with the goal of continually increasing the ministry’s targeted reach and meaningful
  • Update, create and distribute content for VOMC’s projects by assisting in social media content creation and website management.
  • Write first-draft digital media material (for emails, website content and social media posts) and then ensure that the edited, finalized content is timely published.

C) Administrative Support (10%)

  • Donor Communications Administration (*Under Development): Tasks would focus on areas such as donor cultivation, solicitation and appreciation through phone calls, mailings, emails and event communications.
  • Email Inboxes: Monitor general inquiry emails, responding or forwarding them to the appropriate personnel; manage updates to donor communication preferences.
  • Displays & Materials: Manage display inventory, as well as setup at events and conferences; ordering, printing and maintaining inventory of materials.

D) Team Participation (10%)

  • Demonstrate active participation in team meetings, including devotional times and prayer gatherings with staff, leading as required.
  • Consistently meet timelines, communicating in a timely fashion when deadline extensions are necessary.
  • Perform other job-related responsibilities as

Skills & Abilities:

  • Excellent Communication Skills: Strong proficiency in writing, editing and proofreading, with the ability to convey information in a clear, engaging tone; strong verbal communication skills with a pleasant and professional demeanor.
  • Organizational Skills: Highly organized with proven abilities in time management, inventory management, record maintenance and general administrative
  • Creative Skills: Able to create engaging content; familiarity with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign), or other design tools.
  • Digital Media Skills: Familiarity with website management, social media platforms and photo databases is preferred.

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Enjoys interacting via social media and implementing ministry-related viral content and visual messaging.
  • Appreciates high-quality production and visual media, understanding how they can be effectively utilized to achieve the mission’s purposes.
  • Keeps up with current communication
  • Has an eye for catchy visual
  • Is organized, consistent and self-
  • Is self-directed with the ability to work independently and as part of a
  • Posesses a high aptitude for Biblical literacy, understanding how to appropriately use Biblical references in written communication.
  • Has the ability to collaborate with cross-functional
  • Is a creative thinker who is willing to give and receive constructive feedback on any project in development.
  • Is a solution-oriented individual who can identify and work with others to explore and find ways to enhance VOMC’s national and international impact.
  • Enjoys contributing to a dedicated mission team that is passionate about the Lord and His ministry to the persecuted.