https://network.crcna.org/ The Network en Sat, 20 Apr 2024 00:20:09 +0000 Mon, 05 Oct 2020 13:14:27 +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/immanuel-god-us In my Coffee Break group, I have a number of women who are simply exploring the truth of who Jesus is. As we reflected on the Christmas story together, I was struck by the reality that many of our women have challenging stories.   Marian Lensink https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/immanuel-god-us Wed, 11 Dec 2019 13:46:52 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/outreach-through-friendship Long before she attended Coffee Break, Sue Cronmiller would tell you that God was prompting her to consider going to church.  Marian Lensink https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/outreach-through-friendship Tue, 10 Dec 2019 00:49:08 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/coffee-break-and-new-generation Do you struggle to engage younger women in your Coffee Break or Women's Ministry group? Is it hard for younger women to find a place in Coffee Break? Marian Lensink https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/coffee-break-and-new-generation Mon, 09 Dec 2019 19:35:54 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/dwelling-text Recently I was leading a workshop with Coffee Break and Small Group leaders. A key component of the workshop is around engaging scripture together. Marian Lensink https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/dwelling-text Wed, 13 Nov 2019 12:59:07 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/studying-book-acts-esl In my region, there is a Coffee Break Group that has a large segment of ESL members.  One of the leaders has asked this question:  Marian Lensink https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/studying-book-acts-esl Tue, 28 Aug 2018 20:34:03 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/coffee-shop-conversations Sporadically I pray that God will lead me to someone who wants to know Him. Marian Lensink https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/coffee-shop-conversations Mon, 20 Aug 2018 14:35:31 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/each-one-reach-one Each One Reach One Marian Lensink https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/each-one-reach-one Mon, 30 Jul 2018 20:39:30 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/hospitality-glue-groups I believe God is a God of hospitality, as He invites each one of us into His family and welcomes us at His table. Romans 12:11-13 reads “Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Marian Lensink https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/leaders/hospitality-glue-groups Tue, 09 Jan 2018 19:00:39 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/childrens-ministry-leaders/inspired-innovation-story-hour Have you ever had trouble finding leaders for your Story Hour/Little Lambs Ministry?  Perhaps you could consider your pastor!  Pastor Ray Vander Kooij, at Bethel CRC in Acton, ON, CAN has been helping out with Story Hour in his church for a number of years.  Until recently when he Marian Lensink https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/coffee-break/childrens-ministry-leaders/inspired-innovation-story-hour Tue, 09 Feb 2016 21:30:28 +0000