https://network.crcna.org/ The Network en Tue, 16 Apr 2024 11:22:39 +0000 Fri, 23 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/global-coffee-break/leaders/aha-moments-bible-study Over many years I’ve heard my wife’s excited stories about faith and Bible discovery in her Coffee Break groups. I was involved in many study groups myself, of course, but not typically using Discover Your Bible materials. Jon Huizenga https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/global-coffee-break/leaders/aha-moments-bible-study Fri, 23 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/9-free-bible-studies-your-small-group-and-holiday Choosing a study for your small group can be a challenge! Sometimes you only have a short number of meetings before a holiday break. The good news is Discover Your Bible has nine FREE stand alone Bible studies for you to choose from.  Global Coffee Break https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/9-free-bible-studies-your-small-group-and-holiday Sun, 21 Nov 2021 18:57:35 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/3-step-guide-choosing-your-small-group-study Think of a time when a book, video, conversation, or word of encouragement came at just the right time. How did this impact you? Does the scenario below sound familiar? Gillian Ferwerda and Global Coffee Break team https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/3-step-guide-choosing-your-small-group-study Wed, 03 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/small-groups-make-big-impact-church Small groups ministry can make big impact in the church. Juan Sierra https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/small-groups-make-big-impact-church Tue, 19 Oct 2021 16:44:53 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/childrens-ministry-leaders/global-coffee-break-connect connect [kuh-nekt]verbto join, link or fasten together; unite or bind (1) Global Coffee Break https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/childrens-ministry-leaders/global-coffee-break-connect Tue, 05 Oct 2021 13:06:25 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/coffee-break-after-hours We have all heard many ways that the pandemic has disrupted our normal. Here is a story of how one Coffee Break leader, Jenny Griffin, listened to God's call and thought outside the box. Read Jenny's story below: Global Coffee Break https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/coffee-break-after-hours Thu, 16 Sep 2021 13:27:30 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/now-available-discover-revelation-1-3-god-speaks Discover Revelation from Discover Your Bible is available today for your small group! This excellent, in-depth study leads you to dig deeper into the initial chapters of Revelation where Jesus addresses the seven churches. Global Coffee Break https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/now-available-discover-revelation-1-3-god-speaks Tue, 10 Aug 2021 16:00:32 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/tea-parking-lot We are all familiar with how COVID-19 has impacted our lives. Coffee Break Director, Jonae, in Merced, CA shares how her team thought outside the box to reach their community. Global Coffee Break https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/tea-parking-lot Thu, 08 Jul 2021 13:26:27 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/coffee-break-refreshes-souls-india Jeong-sun Lim, the wife of Missionary Gwang-ho Song, has been working in North India since 2009. She recently told her story to our Korean Coffee Break members.   Global Coffee Break https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/coffee-break-refreshes-souls-india Wed, 09 Jun 2021 22:34:50 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/do-you-use-alpha-and-coffee-break My name is Juan Sierra and I am the Program Manager for Global Coffee Break. We have had some conversations with Alpha in relation to similarities between our ministries. Juan Sierra https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/do-you-use-alpha-and-coffee-break Wed, 28 Apr 2021 20:40:23 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/small-groups-get-creative While the pandemic has been difficult on ministries this year, it has been especially difficult for small groups that regularly meet. Global Coffee Break groups are a regular source of fellowship and Bible study for churches and communities. Juan Sierra https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/small-groups-get-creative Wed, 09 Dec 2020 14:38:16 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/battling-loneliness-small-groups Do you believe that loneliness and isolation is the number one problem your congregation and community is facing? Small groups may just be the ministry that helps your congregants have a sense of belonging. Juan Sierra https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/battling-loneliness-small-groups Wed, 09 Dec 2020 14:18:14 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/onlinevirtual-heidelberg-catechism-class Hello, I attend the all Nations Korea Church in San Antonio. It is in the CRC denomination. Is there a CRC-approved  Heidelberg Catechism class that I can take—online/virtually? Thank you very much! V/R, Don Dunne donald DUNNE https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/onlinevirtual-heidelberg-catechism-class Tue, 24 Nov 2020 14:10:35 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/praying-hope How are you doing? I have been struggling a bit; I admit to feeling somewhat overwhelmed. My work can be a challenge as "contact with people" has been off the agenda for six months. While I have loved the opportunity to connect with my neighbors, I have missed my church connections Marian Lensink https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/praying-hope Mon, 05 Oct 2020 13:14:27 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/we-shall-overcome Here’s a story of a Coffee Break group that has been enjoying diversity and unity for many years. Marian Lensink https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/we-shall-overcome Wed, 24 Jun 2020 11:34:43 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/coffee-break-gatherings-zoom When Coffee Break groups were interrupted by COVID this spring, many made the transition to online. Have you heard some of the stories? A woman who is house bound due to illness is able to join Coffee Break through zoom.  Marian Lensink https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/coffee-break-gatherings-zoom Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:29:47 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/already-and-not-yet When we started 2020, we certainly could not have imagined what would await us. Juan Sierra https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/already-and-not-yet Tue, 16 Jun 2020 16:33:57 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/unexpected-blessing-because-covid-19 Even though our circumstances changed dramatically and unexpectedly because of the pandemic, what a comfort to know and to experience that God’s character and his promises are unchangeable!  Libna Sierra https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/unexpected-blessing-because-covid-19 Tue, 12 May 2020 17:11:41 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/coffee-break-now-global-coffee-break On Wednesday, May 6, Coffee Break debuted its new logo and name! Juan Sierra https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/coffee-break-now-global-coffee-break Thu, 07 May 2020 00:33:24 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/free-coffee-break-bible-study-materials At Coffee Break we want to do our part to help churches during this crisis, whether that is through providing information on resources, training or materials. Therefore, we are making some studies available for free, so that your members can download and use as PDFs.  Juan Sierra https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/free-coffee-break-bible-study-materials Wed, 08 Apr 2020 12:12:23 +0000