A new initiative in Yellowknife, N.W.T., is having a positive impact in a variety of settings. Under the leadership of Major Jo Sobool, associate executive director, Yellowknife Resource Centre, “Hands of God,” a music group that communicates through sign language, has been taking part in ministry opportunities at a local nursing home, a community church service, as well as at the Yellowknife Corps. “There are 11 people in the group,” explains Major Sobool. “It has become a real ministry, both to those involved and to the people who see the performance.”

The women have also started a group for making cards and scrapbooks. They meet regularly and sell the cards they make. The proceeds help to sponsor a child through the Army's child sponsorship program.

In the midst of the busyness of working and involvement in community ministries, the women in Yellowknife also take time to connect with each other in fellowship. One of their favourite activities is dining out as a group. “We try to do dinner out on a regular basis,” says Major Sobool. It is a good time for the group to become re-energized for all of the work they do for their community.