Forum International de Méditation des Écritures Saintes de Calgary

The Forum International de Méditation des Écritures Saintes de Calgary (FIMES) is a Canadian nonprofit organization registered under the business number 838539385RR0001. The organization is based in Calgary, Alberta, and is recognized as a registered charity by the Canada Revenue Agency.

Mission and Activities

FIMES is dedicated to promoting religious education and spiritual growth through the meditation and study of sacred scriptures, particularly the Bible. It serves as a community for members of the diaspora who value personal meditation as well as collective enrichment through group sharing.

Main Tools and Programs

A central resource used by FIMES is the Pain du Jour (Bread of the Day), a Bible reading guide designed to enable readers to complete the Bible in five years. This guide includes daily theological explanations and practical exhortations contributed by a diverse group of African authors, offering reflections and insights for each day.

Media Outreach

FIMES leverages modern technologies to disseminate its teachings globally. This includes:

• Daily live broadcasts through Radio FIMES, available 24/7, which feature meditations on God's word and Christian hymns.
• Use of telephone conferencing software (Calliflower) and internet radio to reach followers worldwide.
• Online archives to access past meditations and biblical commentary.

Camps and Events

The organization also organizes annual biblical camps in various countries, aimed at deepening participants’ understanding and experience of scripture through immersive activities.

Governance and Compliance

FIMES operates in compliance with Canadian charitable laws and regulations. It maintains its charitable status by adhering to requirements set forth by the Canada Revenue Agency.

The Forum International de Méditation des Écritures Saintes de Calgary represents a bridge between the diaspora communities and their spiritual heritage, emphasizing the importance of scripture meditation both individually and collectively, supported by modern communication tools to foster a global community of faith.