Question 1

What is Dear Friend?

Accepted Answer

Dear Friend is a monthly snail mail subscription created to bring more inspiration, encouragement, and reflection into your faith journey. Each envelope is thoughtfully created to feel like a letter from a friend - something you can slow down with, read, keep, and come back to.

Question 2

What is included in each envelope?

Accepted Answer

Each month, you'll receive a curated bundle of mail, including a personal faith reflection letter from Diane, an art piece or postcard, stickers, and a blank encouragement card. The contents may change month to month, but the heart stays the same: something meaningful for your mailbox and your soul.

Question 3

Is Dear Friend a Bible study?

Accepted Answer

Not exactly! There will be a key verse for each month's theme and we will unpack it together in a personal way. The letters will explore faith, doubt, relationships, culture, spiritual growth, and everything in between. It'll be more like a mini sermon, less like a Bible study, but there will be some journal prompts and questions to ponder on.

Question 4

Who is Dear Friend for?

Accepted Answer

It's for men and women who love Jesus and want to think more deeply about their faith.

Question 5

How often will I receive my mail?

Accepted Answer

Dear Friend is a monthly subscription, so you'll receive one envelope each month.

Question 6

How much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

A monthly Dear Friend subscription is $15 CAD, plus applicable shipping and taxes.

Question 7

Do you ship outside of Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We'd love for Dear Friend to find its way to all corners of the world.

Question 8

Can I send Dear Friend as a gift?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Dear Friend makes a meaningful gift for anyone who could use a little encouragement in their mailbox. Please make sure to put the gift recipient's mailing address instead of your own.

Question 9

When will my first envelope arrive?

Accepted Answer

All mail is sent out on the 23rd of each month. The timing you receive the mail will depend on where you live. For example, if you subscribe before September 23rd, you will receive September's edition of Dear Friend. If you subscribe after September 23rd, you will receive October's edition of Dear Friend.

Question 10

Can I cancel my subscription?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can cancel your subscription at any time before your next billing date. We hope you stay with us!

Question 11

Is Dear Friend affiliated with any religious organization?

Accepted Answer

Dear Friend is rooted in the Christian faith and the writer is an ordained pastor in the Christian and Missionary Alliance denomiantion in Canada.

FAQ