Light of Jesus Community - Canada Inc.

Light of Jesus Community - Canada Inc. is a registered Canadian nonprofit organization and Catholic Charismatic community actively involved in the spiritual renewal movement within the Catholic Church. The organization is incorporated under the business registration number 878740315RR0001 and is recognized as a registered charity by the Canada Revenue Agency.

Overview

The community is dedicated to sharing the light of Jesus through worship, evangelization, discipleship, ministry, and fostering Christian fellowship. It places a particular focus on reaching out to families, individuals who feel uncomfortable in traditional church settings, seekers of God, and those who do not believe in His unconditional love. Their mission centers on making disciples for the Kingdom of God and promoting spiritual renewal among Catholics and the broader community.

Affiliation and Recognition

Light of Jesus Community - Canada Inc. is recognized by the Archdiocese of Toronto and the Diocese of Hamilton. It is also a member of the Filipino Canadian Catholic Charismatic Prayer Communities (FCCCPC), highlighting its active role within the Filipino-Canadian Catholic community.

Programs and Activities

The organization's activities include:

• Retreats, workshops, and seminars aimed at deepening faith and spiritual growth.
• Prayer meetings and Bible study sessions designed to nurture members’ relationships with God and each other.
• Marriage deepening retreats and youth camps to support family and youth spiritual development.
• Ministries focused on community outreach and evangelization.

These programs are structured to support both members and non-members in their spiritual journey, emphasizing inclusivity and renewal.

Background and Inspiration

The Canadian community draws inspiration from the broader Light of Jesus Family movement, which originated in the Philippines in 1980. This movement began with a couple, Eugenio and Pilar Sanchez, who established the first prayer group as part of the Catholic Charismatic renewal. The movement has since expanded globally with a vision to make one million disciples worldwide.

Mission Statement

The mission of Light of Jesus Community - Canada Inc. is:

"To share the light of Jesus to others, as widely and as effectively as possible through Worship, Evangelization, Discipleship, Community and Ministry and make disciples for the Kingdom of God."[1][2][5]

Location

The organization is based in Mississauga, Ontario, and conducts its programs primarily within the Canadian context while maintaining strong connections with the international Light of Jesus movement.[1][2]

This summary reflects the purpose, affiliation, programs, and spiritual vision of Light of Jesus Community - Canada Inc., emphasizing its role as a dynamic Catholic Charismatic nonprofit fostering faith and community renewal in Canada.