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Lions’ Leader Looks To Reload When starting quarterback Travis Lulay inked his name on a two-year extension with the B.C. Lions in January 2013 reportedly for $450,000 per season, it was an emphatic exclamation point on a storybook team. After all, it was the “Red Tornado” – named for his closely-cropped red hair – who resurrected the Lions’ dismal 0-5 start and turned it into a 2011 Grey Cup championship. That same week, the 29-year-old nabbed both the CFL and Grey Cup MVP honours, becoming the first to do so since fellow Lion Danny McManus in 1999. “Honestly, [the awards] happened so fast and I was so focused on winning the Grey Cup game that it took a few weeks to sink in,” Lulay recalls.

“I truly believe that a quarterback’s individual achievements are a reflection of the talented guys around him, so I was honoured to accept those awards on behalf of my teammates.” What the team accomplished last year was incredible. Best in the league in six of the eight major defensive categories and four of the eight offensive, the Lions had a strong season but faltered in the 2012 Western Finals when the Calgary Stampeders won 34-29. Previously, the Oregon native and Montana State standout made stops with the Seattle Seahawks, New Orleans Saints, and NFL Europe’s Berlin Thunder before landing in Vancouver. His true gridiron journey, however, began at

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by Crystal Kupper age 14 on his high school football team. Initially unsure of what position he wanted, Lulay soon discovered he “loved being the decisionmaker and naturally threw the ball well … so quarterback seemed like the right fit.” It was a decision neither he nor Montana State University a few years later ever regretted. As a Bobcat, Lulay made school history with records set in career passing yards, single-season total offense, and total career offense while graduating with a 3.91 GPA. With no lasting NFL roster spot, Lulay became a Lion in May 2009, a move that then head coach and general manager Wally Buono admitted held “high hopes.” continued on page 2

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f the clicks of the camera were coins, Kylie Bisutti would be rich. Walking the runway at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in New York City, the 19-year-old winked and blew kisses to the crowd. The Black Eyed Peas rocked the auditorium as she strutted down the runway in high heels and diamond-covered lingerie. Backstage, supermodels like Miranda Kerr and Doutzen Kroes congratulated the 5-10, 115-pound stunner. As the 2009 Victoria’s Secret Angel Search winner, Bisutti had beaten 10,000 other aspiring models to walk the stage at one of the world’s most famous fashion shows. The cameras rolled as Heidi Klum, the most famous supermodel of all, hugged Bisutti. “You did a fantastic job!” Klum said. “Are you going to be back next year?” Bisutti smiled coyly. “I hope so,” Kylie Bisutti she replied. And why wouldn’t she? After five years of modelling in America, Thailand and Japan for magazines like Seventeen and onstage at the New York Fashion Week, the Nevada native had finally reached the top. But Bisutti wouldn’t be back. No one would guess that two years later, after posing for FHM and Maxim magazines – a common stop for supermodels – she would purposefully leave her lucrative job. It was a career that the self-professed tomboy initially never imagined. Raised in Jackpot (and later Las Vegas), she hunted, fished and rode ATVs. Yet people took notice of Bisutti mainly for her never-ending legs and thin physique, teasing her for being “a giraffe.”

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Soon, she set her sights on fashion. “I don’t remember wanting to be anything other than a supermodel,” she told the New York Post. “And people were always telling me I should model – family, teachers, even random people on the street.” At age 14, she signed with one of Las Vegas’ largest modeling agencies and began working regularly at the Fashion Show Mall. With a substantial portfolio, Bisutti moved to the Big Apple at 16. She quickly found work at the prominent New York Fashion Week. Life was certainly glamorous. But Bisutti quickly discovered the fashion industry’s less-glittery underside. Her pot-smoking roommate, also a model, struggled with bulimia. Other teenaged model friends hung out at clubs where alcohol flowed freely, and so did the lecherous glances. “I had photographers and male models hitting on me constantly,” Bisutti said. “Once, a photographer actually pushed me up against the wall and tried to kiss me.” That incident wasn’t isolated; Bisutti’s handlers pressed her for a topless photo shoot, and though uncomfortable, she agreed. After all, every other working model had one. Though she was a size 2, the jobs soon dried up. Her agent made it clear why: she was a “big model” who looked like “a fat pig.” So Bisutti restricted her diet to pineapple, watermelon and water, dropping to 108. Her agent was thrilled, and the jobs reappeared. Those compromises sharply contrasted with the acceptance Bisutti felt at church. When she first attended at age 15 at a friend’s invitation, she knew nothing about Jesus – only that He loved her unconditionally. “As a teen, I was really drawn … to the fact that Christ cared for me so much that He died on a cross for me to

head coach Mike Benevides. “Travis is an outstanding quarterback and an outstanding leader,” he told The Globe & Mail. “I think he doesn’t get enough credit.” Though Lulay doesn’t actively seek “credit” from others, he gladly embraces the role of leader. “I am most comfortable ... in a position where I can positively influence other people.” he says. “I view it as my responsibility to take advantage of any opportunity to do so.” Paris Jackson, a Lions receiver, says Lulay leads through simple actions like eye contact. “Lulay is a quarterback that I haven’t seen in a long time,” Jackson told the National Post. “He’s just so accurate and so smart as a quarterback … He’s just one of those guys who’s a real team leader.” Growing up, Lulay

Those hopes took root in 2010 when, after suffering his own minor hand injury, the 6-2, 216-pound righty finally took over for the injuryriddled Casey Printers. Lulay eventually finished 4-5 as a starter, showing flickers of potential. When B.C. lost their first five games in 2011, however, that potential seemed lost. “[It] was mentally challenging, but I never wavered in my personal belief system … how I prepared for games each week, and my belief in the guys around me,” Lulay says. “Fortunately, I had a great group of guys around me that held true to many of those same beliefs, and we were able to overcome the early season hardships and finish the season strong.” Such momentum carried them through playoffs straight into the Grey Cup Championship on Nov. 27, 2011. In front of a 54,000+ home crowd at B.C. Place Stadium, B.C. bested the Winnipeg Blue Bombers 34-23. The Lions were Grey Cup champs, while Lulay was both the CFL and Grey Cup MVPs. “I don’t put personal goals on certain numbers or statistics; I believe those things come if you are correctly preparing to win week in and week out.” Tim an Tebow That’s attitude that impresses Lions’

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forgive me of my sins,” she tells Living Light News. She asked Jesus to be her Lord at summer camp. It was a decision she never regretted, and something she found in common with her future husband Mike. After a whirlwind courtship, Kylie and Mike married in 2009. Not long after their wedding, Bisutti auditioned for Victoria’s Secret. Her runway skills quickly attracted notice; one executive called her walk one of the best he’d ever seen. When Victoria’s Secret named Bisutti as a finalist, she lived in a stunning NYC apartment with nine other models for a reality show. Viewers voted Bisutti the winner, giving her the chance to walk in Victoria’s Secret’s biggest show. She had finally made it. But the high life wasn’t what she envisioned. Company executives encouraged her to flirt with celebrities; photographers wanted provocative poses in skimpy swimsuits; her body was constantly critiqued and used as stylists saw fit. It all clicked after yet another sexy photo session: Bisutti wasn’t selling beauty – she, as a married woman, was selling sex. “There was only one type of woman I knew who sold sex for a living, and the idea that people … might be casting me in that light made me physically ill,” she wrote in her newly-released memoir, I’m No Angel: From Victoria’s Secret Model to Role Model (Tyndale). “It wasn’t just the situations surrounding the job that were the problem; it was the job itself.” So she quit, attracting plenty of media attention. “The public has been very intrigued by it all,” she says. “Hearing girls’ reactions [has] been so life-changing for me, because God has used this decision to impact so many of their lives!” Today, Bisutti is working as an inspirational speaker and on her upcoming clothing line. She knows her worth isn’t based on what the scale – or any fashion photographer – says. “I now see myself the way Christ sees me,” she says.

witnessed many great leaders. More significantly, he learned about Jesus Christ, the Ultimate Leader, and asked Him into his life at a young age. “The most important thing in my life is my relationship with God, so it really helps me put football in perspective,” he tells Living Light News. “When I could easily be discouraged by losing games or poor performances, I know that if I’ve done everything I can to prepare to play my best, I can sleep well knowing God has a plan for me and my life.” Though Lulay shies away from “thumping [his] teammates on the head with a Bible,” he and his wife Kim try to share Christ and His impact with friends and fellow Lions. Lulay also actively attends team Bible studies and prayer groups. With the renewed contract, high expectations, a 26-game touchdown streak from last year, and a team reloading after last season’s disappointing end, Lulay knows all eyes will be on him. Yet he’s unfazed. “Professional sports are, by nature, a high-pressure line of work, and the quarterback position is one of huge responsibility,” Lulay says. “I deal with pressure by knowing if I do everything I can to prepare myself to play my best, I can leave it all on the field and have no regrets about what I’ve done. I also know that as a Christian, I can put my full faith in God’s plan and cast my worries and fears upon Him.”

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Faith And Fastballs SECAUCUS, NJ — Righthanded pitcher Mark Appel knew he was taking a leap of faith when the former Cardinal turned down Pittsburgh Pirates’ $3.8 million offer last year and returned to Stanford for his senior year. But the risky move paid off big time for the 6-foot-4, 195-pound top draft pick who recently inked a deal with the Houston Astros for $6.35 million. The Houston-born Appel wasn’t nearly as big of a risk-taker early in his career. In an interview posted on Stanford Athletics’ YouTube channel, the hardthrowing pitcher spoke about how he used to worry and feel insecure about his baseball performance. But when he developed a deep understanding of Jesus Christ’s

love and acceptance, the 21-yearold finally found rest from the stresses of being an athlete. “I kind of surrendered my baseball career to Him and said ‘Look, if You want me to play baseball then I trust that it’ll happen. I’m gonna work my hardest at it, I’m gonna do the best I can, but if it doesn’t work out, that’s alright.” So far, it’s been working out extremely well for the Management Science and Engineering grad with the mid90s fastball. Prestige and money aside, Appel says playing baseball is just another opportunity to give glory to God’s kingdom. “When you look at it like that, it takes the stress off to perform. Honestly, when I go out, I just think ‘Man, God is too good.’ ”

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In November 2010, a wedding party in Glenelg, Australia was interrupted when, as they were posing for pictures on a scenic ledge, a woman hiking nearby fell into the ocean below and began to drown. Still dressed in his tuxedo, the best man jumped in and helped the woman back to shore. Then the s Andrew Hess bride – a nurse – waded out in her wedding dress and began administering CPR. By the time emergency volunteers arrived, the woman had regained consciousness. One safety official said, “[The victim] was very lucky that the bridal party was there and acted quickly.” After the daring rescue, the drenched best man and bride rejoined the reception and the festivities continued. What a great story! Can you imagine what that groom was thinking as his new wife and best friend were saving this stranger’s life? There is something heroic about setting aside our own priorities to help others. I don’t know much about this new married couple, but I bet they are doing well. If they continue to serve each other like that, how could they not be? But status, not servanthood, is what most people

“I did not live on this earth to be served but to serve.” desire. One day, Jesus was approached by two of His disciples, James and John, along with their mother. With her boys by her side, she knelt before the Lord and made an interesting request, “Say that these two sons of mine are to sit, one at your right hand and one at your left, in your kingdom” (Matthew 20:21). Jesus explained it wasn’t something He could grant and then said something unexpected. He called His disciples over and said, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great ones exercise authority over them. It shall not be so among you. But whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be your slave, even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many” (Matthew 20:25-28). Perhaps, one of the most shocking statements Jesus ever made is this one about coming to serve and give His life as a ransom. Jesus was, is and always will be fully God. He made all that is and has infinite power. With limitless potential, He can literally do whatever He wants, whenever He wants. And so when Jesus says He came to serve and die, it really should blow our minds. It doesn’t make sense. Jesus deserves the eternal service of all creation, not viceversa. Understanding who He is makes Christ’s humility and service mind-boggling. One of the best pieces of advice I’ve ever received was to cultivate relationships by growing as a servant. It’s wise to use our time, energy and money to serve others, especially those who cannot repay. It’s easy to give to those who can return the favour, but we should also look to serve those who have nothing we need. That’s the Jesus way. Even while we were His enemies, He came, He served, He died. We are wise to invest ourselves in serving others. I’ve been blessed by the great example of my father. As far back as I can remember, he has consistently served our family and particularly my mom. His example has set the bar real high for my brothers and me. Like my father before me, I want to live out the Christ-centered maxim: I did not live on this earth to be served but to serve. Andrew Hess is a Research Associate for Family Formation Studies at Focus on the Family in Colorado Springs, CO. You can follow Andrew on Twitter at @FreshEpiphany.

We Could Use A Little Good News by Phil Callaway Today is Good News Day. That time when we unplug CBC or FOX, and celebrate news that should bring a smile to our faces. In a report we just caught wind of, students let three piglets loose in the hallways of their high school. They used watercolour paint to sketch the numbers 1, 2, and 4 on the sides of the unsuspecting but energetic piglets. This caused no small amount of squealing, some of it among the school administrators. After corralling oinkers 1, 2, and 4, they spent much of the afternoon searching for piglet 3, which did not exist. Elsewhere, a Colorado woman named Elsa Bailey celebrated her birthday by hitting the ski slopes with friends and family in the Rockies. When they realized the significance of the day, fellow skiers broke into an impromptu “Happy Birthday To You.” Elsa has been skiing now for 75 years and thought it would be a great place to ring in her 101st birthday. “I made it. I feel good,” she smiled. Elsa said she’s retiring from skiing, but she’s not done with adventure. In fact, she plans to tour the

s Phil Callaway Norwegian fjords, see polar bears in the Arctic, and visit Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park while she’s still alive. “I’m not going to go to bed and lie down and die, that’s for sure,” she said. Way

She said, “I couldn’t see the beam at all. I did it mainly by feel.” Now she’s learning to pole vault. When her coach heard her plans, he was horrified. “She is not!” he said. But a determined Aria said, “I am so. I’ve always not liked being on the ground as much as I like being in the air.” So Aria learned to number her steps so she knew when to plant the pole to hoist her upwards into the darkness. Aria doesn’t just compete – she excels. In fact, she’s now a solid member of her school track team. Her track and field coach told the press, “We have a little joke, that because she really can’t see where she’s landing,

You don’t have to be 101 to inspire me though. to go, Elsa! You don’t have to be 101 to inspire me though. Aria Ottmueller is 17 and legally blind. But it hasn’t stopped her from overcoming major hurdles. Including, well, hurdles. She’s competed in nearly every gymnastics event, including the balance beam.

it’s almost easier for her. She has overcome so much in the classroom and on the field. She was determined that she was going to pole vault.” Aria attends Valley Christian High where the mission statement reads, “That students know Jesus as their personal Saviour, live like Him, and prepare academically,

physically, socially, and spiritually, enabled to make a difference in the world.” “When I jump,” says Aria, “I’m just looking ahead. You can’t be afraid of what you can’t see.” In the Bible’s book of Philippians, the Apostle Paul calls us to be imitators of God – humble, interested in others, and live without grumbling. Then he says: “Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me … Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” I hope you’re inspired by Aria and Elsa. If you’re more inspired by the guys who released the three painted piglets, well, I’ll pray for you. Please do not try the piglet thing at home or at school. If you do, consider yourself warned. Someone is gonna squeal on you. Phil Callaway is the author of ‘To Be Perfectly Honest: One Man’s Year of Living Almost Truthfully Could Change Your Life.’ Visit him at www. laughagain.org.

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People refusing free money? You must be joking. Well, that’s exactly what happened when comedian Mark Malkoff recently stood on a New York street corner and tried to pass out envelopes containing money and “free cash” written on the outside. He was met with upraised hands, avoided glances, and even people crossing the street to dodge him. The response was only marginally better when he handed out bills people could see. It was free cash – yet they wanted nothing to do with it. Something for nothing? What’s the catch? There’s no such thing as a free lunch, after all. There is one gift though, i n fact the greatest gift of all,

that’s free to receive. No strings attached. No 30-minute timeshare pitch, no knife demo, and no three easy payments for shipping. All you have to do is accept it. Many don’t know about the gift being offered or have misconceptions of what’s involved, just like many didn’t realize Malkoff’s envelope had real money inside. Thankfully, there’s a book that provides the details. The Bible, God’s Word, tells readers He has offered mankind the ultimate gift – an eternity in Heaven with Him. Missing out on 20 bucks is one thing, this is a whole different ballgame. It reveals how God’s Son, Jesus Christ, came to earth and died to pay the penalty for our sins – then rose again and is alive today. It also tells of Thomas, who needed to see Jesus for himself to believe He had risen from the grave and really had returned to earth (John 20: 24-28).

In this encounter, Jesus goes on to say, “Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen, and yet believed” (verse 29). Some people can be skeptical when it comes to God, especially Jesus Christ. Yet, others, like those in this publication, will tell you He’s real and has transformed their life. To accept God’s gift of salvation and invite Jesus into your life, pray this prayer from your heart: Dear Jesus, Thank you for offering me the ultimate gift! I believe You are God’s Son and You died – and rose again – to pay the penalty for my sins. I know I have done and said things that are sinful. Please forgive me and come into my life. Help me live for You here on earth from this day forward. In Your Name I pray, Amen

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Much of Africa is engulfed by poverty, not to mention war-torn from decades of tribal and racial strife. Many people, some quite famous, have come up with ways to help the area, most notably We Are the World. Meet Caleb Sinn, a not-at-all famous Edmonton high schooler who wants to help the people of Africa by – of all things – longboarding across

Alberta for nine days. Sinn, who traveled for three weeks to the African country of Burundi last summer, says, “I love the idea of raising awareness for a country that I love, and more specifically a village where I personally know people.” The 18-year-old YouTube longboarding video enthusiast took up the sport himself four years ago. He was inspired to combine a longboarding trek with a fundraiser for the Batwa people he had

come to love. He says the longboarding trek will be raising The Batwa are a shunned people in the northern funds for the construction of a medical clinic in a part of the landlocked country of Burundi. They Batwa (pygmy tribe) village in Northern Burundi. are desperately poor, and have an average life It will be a two-storey clinic providing access to expectancy of 27 years. The funds Sinn intends medical care for a community of roughly to raise on his trek will go toward building a 8,000 people. desperately-needed medical clinic in their village Watt, who has known Sinn for many years, says, at a cost of about $150,000 to build, stock, and “I love his humility and ability to move in the pay salaries for one year, after which the direction that he feels God is calling him clinic will be self-sustaining. without paying too much attention to Sinn’s nine-day trek will what others think. cover 750 km and he will “He is not afraid to go against the C a le b is n have company. His flow and chart his own course. ot a fr a id t o g co-riders and fundraisers are He was a leader long before o Richard Carter and Jordan he realized it and has a natural a g a in s t t h e fl o w Smith, who will join Sinn as ability to influence others. He is and he rides, staying overnight caring and has a depth of heart in churches, with friends and character that is rare for and family, and camping. someone his age.” Right now they are preparing This calling stems from Sinn’s for the arduous haul by boarding Christian faith. “I was raised in a around their community, getting Christian home, but finally decided to their legs and lungs in physical shape. accept Jesus myself and make the faith and Sinn’s three-week trip to Burundi which inspired relationship my own when I was 14. Ever since, this endeavour was through the Loveworks I have been a follower of Jesus [and I’ve been] ministry. Their purpose is to empower youth to overwhelmed by His love.” change the world for Jesus Christ by walking The main goal of the trek is to raise awareness for relationally alongside young people (primarily the marginalized and forgotten people in Burundi. 12-30 year olds) and help them to discover their Sinn says, “The core goal of this push is actually to God-given gifts and passions, and translate those demonstrate to youth, children, and even adults into a creative campaign unique to them and that that that they can translate whatever they are leverages who they are. passionate about into making a difference in the Loveworks’ director Graeme Watts says, world that we are all a part of.” “Loveworks is a nationwide movement that exists to inspire and empower young Canadians and For info on how to contribute to the Burundi launch them toward a lifelong pursuit of Biblical longboarding fundraiser, or to follow the team’s justice that is motivated by love and flows from a progress, visit the Push for Burundi Facebook page deep understanding of the Gospel.” and follow them on Twitter.

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by Bonnie Grove Hope springs eternal, and Natalie Ackerman knows exactly where to find it. “The weekend is for people who are looking for hope,” says Ackerman of her upcoming event. The second annual Hope4More weekend (Aug. 23-25) at Battle River Ranch Camp, located 50 km south of Lloydminster, promises three days of family fun, concerts, and hope. Friday kicks off with renowned speakers, and a concert by Juno Award winner and country music star George Canyon. Saturday has something for everyone including a petting zoo for children and a youth concert by Winnipeg rapper and Grammy nominee Fresh IE. Also on Saturday, attendees can hear Michael “Bull” Roberts speak about his inspirational journey. Beaten and left for dead by his own gang, the former top gang enforcer shares in his memoir The Tender Heart Of A Beast how he left gangs for good and became a follower of Jesus Christ. Saskatoon multi-award winning singer and songwriter Yvonne St. Germaine will wrap up with a concert on Sunday. Natalie Ackerman found hope in the midst of difficulties, and through The headliners Hope4More (Aug. 23-25), she wants more people to find the lifeline will be on hand to they need. share their stories

of hope, including St. Germaine who used to live “a very dark, lonely, abused, suicidal life.” Struggling with substance abuse seven years ago, Germaine recalled how she asked for prayer and immediately knew Jesus had healed her. “I was instantly set free from the bondage I was in. Since that very day, I have been a willing vessel for my Saviour, telling all who are seeking hope that Jesus saves.” Ackerman knows what it’s like to find hope in Jesus. Growing up, her “family was in church every Sunday.” But living on a farm isolated with a mentally ill father, Ackerman began living a double life at an early age. “At age 12, I started drinking then went to pot,” she recalls. Her double life continued through high school, often showing up in church hung over or still drunk. After graduation, she attended a Christian university in an attempt to pull away from the party life, but was soon back living her old life. After a year, she returned home to rural Alberta where she met her future husband in a bar. It was a rocky relationship from the start as her husband suffered from depression. Desperate, Ackerman began reading the Bible every day. She says, “Through that one change, God began helping me turn my life around.” Wanting to share the hope she’d found in Jesus through the Bible, Ackerman organized a Bible study at her work. “We had 10 people attending, and six of them became followers of Jesus.” Meanwhile, her husband saw how Jesus

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It seems like every backpack, purse and gym bag has a special pocket for a water bottle nowadays. We drink so much water in pursuit of good health, it’s amazing we don’t slosh when we walk. But did you know the recommendations about hydration are changing? For a long time, the prevailing advice was to guzzle eight eight-ounce glasses of plain water every day on top of whatever else you drank. But a 2002 review of the scientific studies turned up little evidence that most of us need that much liquid. The Dietitians of Canada state on their website: “Water is one of the best fluid choices, but it is a myth that you need eight cups a day to stay healthy.”

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Having a “squish” in your step wouldn’t be surprising since the human body is about 60 per cent water. Staying wellhydrated is a key part of taking care of your body, but instead of focusing solely on water, think in terms of your overall fluid intake. Dietitians advise to aim for 12 cups of total fluid per day if you’re a man and nine cups if you’re a woman. They suggest you don’t need to drink quite that many cups of liquid though, because for most people, food provides about two to two and a half cups of water per day.

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Fruits, vegetables, some dairy products, and “liquidy” dishes like soups contain significant amounts of water. Keep in mind that your food plus drinks equal your total fluid intake. When you nibble on a salad or bite into a slice of watermelon, you’re chewing on fluids. In fact, that

watermelon and salad are 92 per cent and 95 per cent water, respectively. Even pasta and rice are about two-thirds liquid because they absorb water during cooking. Most of your daily fluid, about 80 per cent, comes from drinks such as coffee, tea, milk, juice, pop, and good ol’ water.

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Even though you may not need those eight extra glasses a day, water is still vital for good health. It plays critical roles in normal body functions – digestion, circulation, and regulation of body temperature, to name a few. Without water, your body would be dry and crunchy, with no blood, sweat, saliva, or tears. Water energizes your muscles and keeps your skin soft and supple. Moment by moment, your body loses water when you sweat, breathe, and take bathroom breaks. When more water is lost than you consume, dehydration occurs. You’ve probably experienced the parched throat and dry tongue feeling of thirst – your body’s trying to tell you something! Other signs of dehydration include fatigue, dizziness, flushed skin, and muscle weakness. Did you know a common symptom of dehydration is a headache? Yep. Next time your forehead starts to pinch partway through the day, try reaching for a glass of water first instead of a pill bottle.

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Depression soon blanketed Heald, a selfprofessed “really rebellious kid.” With his dream of skateboarding professionally on the skids, he turned to partying and smoking pot to fill the void. One night, his halo still in place at a party, a huge dog lunged directly at Heald’s neck twice. The 6-3, 198-pound athlete barely avoided the dog’s bites. Between his earlier dream, the accident, and the crazed canine, something was beginning to click in Heald’s heart. “I think it was God telling me ‘Your life is out of control,’ ” he tells Living Light News. It hadn’t always been that way. Despite having

JUD had just one question: when could he skateboard again? what he describes as a mostly-absent father, Heald and his older brother felt secure with their mother, a pastor. Because of her job, the youngest Heald learned about Jesus Christ as a kid. He even told his mom that he would someday “skate and live for God” after hearing an interview with a Christian skateboarder. But now, with his neck worsening by the week, a skateboarding career seemed as distant as the Pacific Ocean. “[My accident] made me realize that tomorrow wasn’t promised to me,” he says. “My hopes, my future, all the things I wanted — they weren’t either.” Desperate for a cure, Heald began praying,

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attended 30 to 50 events a year. After working for Manna, a Christian skateboarding company, Heald founded his own in 2004 called Untitled. Though they do sell skateboards, Untitled’s main focus is reaching the youth skateboarding scene with its message of God’s love and forgiveness. Today, Heald, his wife Tyann and their four children (three boys and a girl ages four to eight) live in the United Kingdom. Heald works at a skate park as the skate services manager, helping kids with their skills — both in skateboarding and life. He still competes, recently winning a pro-am in Manchester, UK, but Heald considers his message more important than his trophies. “I don’t have my life together; I just seek the Lord every day,” he says. “I think, how am I going to represent Him today? Then I listen, wait for the Lord’s leading as I go. That’s the best anyone can do.”

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attended church with her family. “I grew up in church so I’ve always attended church and Sunday school,” she says. In sixth grade, she really started learning more about the church and faith. “I went through a year-long class where you basically learn more about God and the Bible,” she explains. “At the end of the year, you were given the choice of getting baptized, which I jumped at the chance to do.” Since then, DeBerry’s relationship with God has grown. She often tweets Bible verses that encourage her, and says her faith has helped her navigate the entertainment industry. “My relationship with Christ keeps me grounded more than anything. The Bible has taught me to stay humble and keep my focus on things not of this earth. That’s especially important in the business I’m in. Taking into account that a large percentage of the

people in it are so desperate to achieve ‘fame.’ ” DeBerry says her faith helps her maintain focus and make decisions about her career. “It can be tough sometimes, I’ve had to turn down numerous roles because of my beliefs. I discovered, though, that my faith keeps me calm more than anything.” DeBerry is a multi-faceted actress who loves sports, acting, and God. And there’s this: “My fans would be surprised to know that I have a tiny birthmark on my neck that looks identical to a donkey!” Of all the sides to Allie DeBerry, the one to watch out for is the one that’s on the way up. “Hopefully I’ll branch out into some big films or someday have my own show,” she says. “I hope to continue my passion and do more amazing shows.”

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Living Light News - July-August 2013 EVERFOUND Everfound everfoundmusic.com Review by Josh McConnell Comprised of four brothers born in Russia, Everfound comes from a family that has experienced tough times. The Odnoralov brothers’ great-grandfather, who learned about the Gospel through radio stations set up by missionaries before the fall of the Soviet Union, spent 20 years in prison. His crime? He owned a Bible. The family was persistent through the generations and eventually immigrated to the United States when the brothers were young. The end result is a rock band that travels the world while boldly singing faith-based songs. Thankfully, Everfound’s self-titled debut record is incredibly pleasing to the ears as well. With distortion in the guitars and power chords aplenty, the band is first and foremost a rock act. But listeners need not worry about wrecking their eardrums. Euro/ Brit rock influences fill the air thanks to plenty of keyboards, layered effects for texture and anthem ballads to blur the lines between upbeat and relaxing. The vocals echo of punk influence, and some songs feel like a mix of U2 and Switchfoot. Aside from a couple of worship tracks, the lyrics aren’t overtly Christian. Everfound’s stellar effort brims with catchy music that’s not overproduced. This is an album all music fans should enjoy. CITIZEN WAY Love Is The Evidence citizenwaymusic.com Review by Lindsay Williams New band Citizen Way is comprised of two sets of siblings – Josh and Ben Calhoun and David and Ben Bledsoe – who met at Judson College and first appeared on the music scene earlier this year with popular radio hit “Should’ve Been Me,” a track that shines a light on Christ’s immense sacrifice through relatable lyrics and an acoustic-driven melody. Their debut, Love Is the Evidence, expands on the pop sensibilities explored in their first single. The album kicks off with the heart-pounding, fist-pumping worship anthem “Nothing Ever (Could Separate Us).” From there, the energy refuses to slow down as the stand-out title track contends for the perfect summer soundtrack, complete with irresistible hand claps. “All Things” follows with honest musings and a hook-laden chorus that will have listeners instantly singing along. Packed with authenticity, the driving “Lights On” is ready-made for radio with its insatiable chorus, while the slower “How Sweet the Sound” plays on the lyrics of “Amazing Grace” for a memorable three minutes. “Love Is A Mess” shows off the band’s penchant for lyrical irony, and “Sing, Sing, Sing” provides a satisfying ending. In a sea of unremarkable debut albums, Love Is the Evidence stands out with its breezy melodies, honest songwriting and brilliant production – courtesy of producer Seth Mosley (Hawk Nelson, Audio Adrenaline) – gratefully free of the typical gloss and sheen that defines the majority of pop albums from new artists vying for attention. AARON SHUST Morning Rises aaronshust.com Review by Lindsay Williams For his fifth full-length release, Aaron Shust once again draws from his rich tenure as a worship leader. The Pennsylvania songwriter recorded the project during a time of personal trial. Shust

JukeBox and his wife were faced with unthinkable circumstances ushered in with the birth of their third child, born with a heart condition that required open heart surgery and diagnosed with Down Syndrome. Thus, the songs on Morning Rises are equal parts prayerful pleas and powerful praise as Shust wrestled with unanswered questions and prayed for his son’s very life. The resulting cuts are some of the most vulnerable of his career. Although the songs were written in response to a particularly dark time for the songwriter, the album conversely radiates promise, allowing Shust to cling to words of truth when he needed them most. “God of Brilliant Lights” kicks the album off with the same exuberance woven through all of the dozen tracks. Highlights include the anthemic “Rushing Waters,” the buoyant “Firm Foundation,” and his sweeping versions of modern worship favourites “Cornerstone” and “No One Higher.” He thoughtfully considered the work of others, in addition to his own. The songs he covered were so carefully picked, it’s hard to distinguish the songs written by others from those Shust penned himself. His warm, passionate vocals are equally suited for both. Morning Rises is the best offering of Shust’s career, proving that some of life’s most beautiful sunrises follow the darkest nights. TRICIA Radiate triciabrockmusic.com Review by Josh McConnell As the lead singer of Superchick, Tricia Brock has seen a tremendous amount of success, accolades and opportunities. The band’s catchy and distinct sound has led to crossover success with song placements in movies and video games. In addition, Brock released her debut solo album in 2011 as a worship project, but with Superchick still on hiatus she chose to take a stab at a pop record this time around. Now performing under the moniker “Tricia” for her second solo effort, Radiate kicks off with a worship ballad that is tender in nature but for some listeners may fail to elevate sonically. The same could be said for other ballads on the record, where it feels like the song could be kicked up with a new instrument by the second verse. Thankfully the techno/electronica influenced pop tracks are Tricia’s bread and butter, with excellent songs such as “Pity Party” or “Good To Be A Girl” feeling inspired by artists such as Avril Lavigne, P!nk or Gwen Stefani. Tricia may not have the most powerful voice for ballads, but these upbeat, synth-infused tracks make the album. There is no reinvention of a genre here, but Radiate will certainly keep Superchick fans happy until the next band outing. SKILLET Rise skillet.com Review by Josh McConnell Christian rockers Skillet have been around for 17 years and have not only become one of the industry’s flagship artists, but have also experienced crossover success in mainstream markets through awards, touring, song placements and media coverage. The band’s sound has evolved over the years, though aggressive rock has always ended up taking the forefront. Now back with their eighth studio album, how does Skillet’s latest effort compare to

past outings? Titled Rise, Skillet’s new effort features 12 songs and over 48 minutes of new material. The album kicks off with two songs that consist of the aggressive, punchy music the band is known for. One might say the songs bleed a bit together and can be hard to distinguish from each other, which is sometimes an issue with heavier tunes. A different side of the band emerges in this new album as Skillet experiments with tamer ballads. Seven of the 12 songs have more pop tendencies, with “My Religion” even getting funky with guitar scales instead of power chords. Fans expecting an album filled with aggressive tunes and vocal screams might be in for a surprise with the album’s new tamer focus, but Skillet can expect new fans to hop on board in the process. Overall, Rise is polished, enjoyable and worth considering. BUILDING 429 We Won’t Be Shaken building429.com Review by Matt Conner It’s hard to believe it’s been nearly a decade since the major label debut of Building 429. Space In Between Us placed the North Carolinabased rock band on the map with several radio hits, including the No. 1 “Glory Defined,” and a Dove Award for New Artist of the Year. Almost 10 years later, Jason Roy and company are still going strong with their latest release, We Won’t Be Shaken. The latest batch of Building 429 songs builds off of the singalong success of recent hits like the chart-topping “Where I Belong.” The title track is a memorable melody that features Roy singing resolutely of his faith and trust in God despite the circumstances in front of him. It’s likely the band’s next Top 10 hit and the perfect lead single. We Won’t Be Shaken shows that Building 429 is also interested in expanding their rock ‘n’ roll vocabulary. “Revolution” brings a slight Southern rock swagger to the mix, and “Bonfire” stomps to the beat with clap-along percussion and sweet guitar solos. The latter is likely going to become a concert favourite for fans. “Blameless” and “Set A Fire” bring the requisite ballads to the album, but Building 429 is at its best when turning up the amps. This is another strong rock offering from a band with a solid legacy. FINDING FAVOUR Finding Favour EP findingfavour.com Review by Matt Conner TobyMac has undeniable gifts. Whether it’s his early days with the über-popular dc Talk, an incredible solo career with one hit album after another, or his penchant for unearthing musical gems, the Gotee Records founder has another feather in his cap with new pop band Finding Favour. The quartet already have an early hit on their hands with “Slip On By,” and the rest of the band’s self-titled, introductory EP features several other potential radio hits. “Hero” is a midtempo, sing-along number calling Christians to see opportunities to serve right in front of them. “Shake The World” speaks to a similar theme as a hopefilled anthem tailor-made for the band’s live show. The aforementioned “Slip On By” follows a meaningful narrative arc that encourages listeners to be present in each and every day. It’s an emotional ballad that balances out the first half of the album, while “I Am” closes the six-song EP with a MercyMe-like worshipful refrain. Finding Favour should have no problem living up to their name once the word gets out.

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EventsCalendar Special Events Golf Tournament July 18, 8 a.m. tee off, Raven Crest Golf Course, 251-153 Ave., Edm. This tournament is for all skill levels and hosted by Nor th Pointe Community Church. Cost: $100 (incl. reg. fee, steak lunch, ½ car t, and a $30 charitable tax receipt). Exciting prizes in store! For more info, e-mail mvoll@ nor thpointechurch.ca, or call 780-452-5566. Teen Challenge Marathon of Golf July 29, registration begins 9 a.m, dinner at 4:30 p.m., Cardiff Golf and Country Club, 55307 Range Rd. 251, Morinville, AB. Play golf and help a young man defeat addiction. Every golfer must raise $1,000. For more info, visit marathonofgolf.ca, or email David at david.tait@teenchallenge.ca. Seniors Tea Aug. 2, 10 a.m., Zion Baptist Community Church, 11908-132 Ave., Edm. Tea and desser t will be served by the church’s youth group. No charge. Please RSVP to Nadia by calling 780-454-1347 before July 29. AIA Soccer Camp Aug. 6-9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Canora Park, 10425-152 St., Edm. Hosted by Athletes in Action and Kids of Promise, this soccer camp is for kids ages seven to 12. Cost: $90. To register, call 780-628-6250, or email kidsofpromise@shaw.ca. Karen Cultural Dinner Aug. 29, doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner star ts 6 p.m., Zion Baptist

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Classes/Seminars Sky Vacation Bible School July 22-26, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Victor y Church on the Rock, 10445-172 St., Edm. Kids ages 5-12 will engage in hands-on Bible experiences that teaches them about God’s love. Each day focuses on stories about Jesus. For more info, call 780-944-9292. Kingdom Rock July 22-26, 9 a.m.-noon, Christcity Church, 14788-156 St., Edm. This VBS is for kids

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Alpha Arabic Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Beulah Alliance Church, 17504-98A Ave. Edm. Is there more to life than this? Alpha invites you to open the box and lift the lid on all your nagging questions. Hosted by the Edmonton Arabic Evangelical Church. For more info, contact info@eaec.ca.

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First Christian Church 13407-97 St. Edmonton

Promised Land Ministries Bible Study: 10am Worship: 11am Sunday School:11:15am

780-476-5238 A Church with a Heart - In the Heart of the City

Deliverance & Healing Centre

12145-67 St. NW Edmonton, AB

780-944-0526 www.jesusdelivers.com

DIVERSITY WITH ONE HEART, ONE VOICE, ONE PASSION

W O R S H I P W I T H U S AT

Edmonton Family Worship Centre Contemporary, Charismatic, Caring

Auto Sales & Services Bert’s Auto & Tires (780-484-1034) S Crosstown Auto Centre (780-488-4881) G Fix Auto (780-424-9736) G Reliable Radiator Services (780-476-0895) S Valk’s Auto Centre (780-475-0552) S Western GMC Buick (780-486-3333) G

AJ Whitehead Welding, Sherwood Park (780-410-9796) G

Walk in Victory!

Sunday Services

EPR Gordon C. Ferguson & Co., Slave Lake (1-888-849-8383) P H & R Block, Stony Plain (780-963-3066) P Henry J. Theune, Accountant, Fort Sask. (780-998-2060) G Orest Kuchmak - Financial Advisor (780-462-4606) S Presizniuk & Associates (780-448-7317) G Vision Accounting (780-643-8698) S Warren Bamber / S&D International Group (780-409-9230) S

Commercial Sales & Services

(Disciples)

Albos Developments (780-922-2366) G All-Lock-Rescue (780-447-5625) S Armour Clad Contracting (780-481-6406) P Ashton Transport (780-998-7511) P RS Signs, Fort Saskatchewan (780-992-1657) S Trimtech Industries (780-455-9643) G

Consumer Services

S= Silver

Meeting: Sat. @ 6pm 10105 - 153 St Pastors: Mark & Sherry Adams Gord & Dawn Hancock 780-483-2665 www.fusionfellowship.ca

The Kitchen Studio & Wallbeds - Etc. (780-468-7088) P

Industrial Sales & Services CCD Energy Services (780-406-2901) G Comfort Heating (780-460-8100) G East Gap Oilfield, Slave Lake (780-649-5370) S Ramex Heat Exchangers (780-992-8333) P Whitemud Iron Works Group (780-701-3295)S

Nonprofit / Ministry Canadian Bible Society, Edmonton (780-439-7729) S Children First Family Services (780-433-6760) S

Professional Services Snyder & Associates LLP (780-426-4133) S Van Doesburg Law (780-451-2661) S

Real Estate Angus MacInnes Appraisals (780-499-5657) S Arlie Jesperson - Realty Executives Leading (780-916-2333) P Canyon Springs Master Builder (780-487-3021) G

Fort Moving (780-998-2422) S

Eagle Acres Properties (780-916-4968) G

Modigliani Hair (780-486-3768) S

Fernwood Developments (780-430-1375) P

Edmonton Society for Christian Education (780-408-7933) S Glenn’s Driving School (780-478-1777) S Tamara Larson - Piano Lessons (587-783-8880) S

Health, Fitness & Beauty Aspen Healthcare/Homecare Surgical (780-452-4386) S Congdon’s Aids to Daily Living (780-483-1762) S Dr. David Milner, Dentist G Hayes Denture Clinic, Spruce Grove (780-960-0227) S Ihear Unicare (780-409-9585) S Paradigm Esteem (780-962-0152) S Provincial Home Oxygen (780-930-7052) G Provincial Sleep Group / Sleep Apnea Clinic (780-701-4531) G

Home Improvement & Decor Children’s Ministry for Nursery to Grade 6 available at all services unless otherwise noted on website.

Bullitproof Construction, Slave Lake (780-805-9884) P Canfab Products (780-451-4341) S Canuck Plumbing (780-997-0996) G PF Custom Countertops (780-484-0831) G The Carpet Studio (780-452-4044) G

Dan Gitzel - Realty Executives North Star (780-455-0777) S

Spice For Life Watkins Products (780-932-3224) S

Saturday Evening Service - 6:30 p.m. Sunday Morning Services - 9:15 & 11:15 a.m.

Home Improvement & Decor

Amsterdam Tailors (780-423-1833) S

Education

780-424-6422 www.efwc.org

G = Gold

www.gcccanada.com

www.ecbchurch.org

10605-96 St. Sundays 10:30 am

P= Platinum

Alberta Rock Products (780-451-2260) G April Glass & Mirror (780-452-2124) G

Guy Pelletier - Century 21 Reward Realty (780-473-2589) S Kellington Real Estate Group, Fort Sask. (780-288-9011) G Pam Tycholaz - Remax Real Estate, Fort Sask. (780-777-0202) S Sabo Bros. Enterprises (780-466-3104) D

Restaurants & Food Services Dutch Delicious Bakery & Deli (780-455-2323) G Edmonton Custom Packers (780-478-4761) S Mucho Burrito, Fort Saskatchewan (780-589-2200) S NHA Trang Vietnamese Restaurant (780-479-4649) S Steve Schattle (Tim Hortons) P

Retail Sales & Services Ar-Jay’s (780-476-0448) S Christian Book & Record (780-478-2798) S Massey’s Sewing Machines (780-454-6869) S

Travel & Lodging Butte Travel Service (780-477-3561) S Camp Nakamun, Busby (780-967-5585) S

‘The Gate’ Service

for Youth & Young Adults, Saturdays at 6:30 p.m. Held next door at Victory Church and followed by an event. Phone: 780-467-7005 www.heartlandalliance.ca • general@heartlandalliance.ca 132-2257 Premier Way, Sherwood Park

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