https://network.crcna.org/ The Network en Thu, 18 Apr 2024 09:39:37 +0000 Mon, 25 Apr 2022 19:20:26 +0000 Board Certification With the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/board-certification-association-professional-chaplains-apc Board certification with the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC) is within reach for chaplains. Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/board-certification-association-professional-chaplains-apc Mon, 25 Apr 2022 19:20:26 +0000 Resource List! Chaplains Training 2021 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/resource-list-chaplains-training-2021 CRC Chaplaincy and Care Ministry is so grateful to have had a wonderful response to Chaplains Training 2021, which was held virtually from September 23-25. Thank you to all who contributed and participated in meaningful ways. We have compiled some of our resources for chaplain Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/resource-list-chaplains-training-2021 Thu, 04 Nov 2021 12:27:43 +0000 Chaplains Training 2021 Video Resources https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/chaplains-training-2021-video-resources CRC Chaplaincy and Care Ministry is so grateful to have had a wonderful response to Chaplains Training 2021, which was held virtually from September 23-25. Thank you to all who contributed and participated in meaningful ways. We have compiled a number of resources for chaplain Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/chaplains-training-2021-video-resources Wed, 03 Nov 2021 12:36:15 +0000 Art as Prayer https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/art-prayer The annual CRCNA Chaplains Training took place virtually this year from September 24 to 26, 2020. The theme of the training was “Come to Me: Sufficient Grace, Perfect Power, and Humanity.”  Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/art-prayer Thu, 15 Oct 2020 13:34:11 +0000 Post-Traumatic Growth and the Role of Spiritual First Aid https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/post-traumatic-growth-and-role-spiritual-first-aid The annual CRCNA Chaplains Training took place virtually this year from September 24 to 26, 2020. The theme of the training was “Come to Me: Sufficient Grace, Perfect Power, and Humanity.”  Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/post-traumatic-growth-and-role-spiritual-first-aid Thu, 15 Oct 2020 13:29:19 +0000 Ministry on a Human Scale https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/ministry-human-scale The annual CRCNA Chaplains Training took place virtually this year from September 24 to 26, 2020. The theme of the training was “Come to Me: Sufficient Grace, Perfect Power, and Humanity.”  Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/ministry-human-scale Tue, 13 Oct 2020 12:29:30 +0000 Phases of Disaster: A Trauma Resource https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/phases-disaster-trauma-resource When a disaster occurs, people often experience trauma in five phases: Threat, Rescue, Honeymoon, Despair and Restoration. The attached resource provides helpful info on each phase, and an overview of the process individuals go through when they experience trauma. Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/phases-disaster-trauma-resource Wed, 05 Aug 2020 12:28:21 +0000 Chaplaincy and Care Sunday Resources https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/chaplaincy-and-care-sunday-resources On the third Sunday in November, please join churches throughout the CRCNA as we pray for and support the work of the chaplains among us! Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/chaplaincy-and-care-sunday-resources Fri, 26 Jun 2020 23:47:55 +0000 Anti-Racism Resources https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/anti-racism-resources  These are only a few resources among a vast array that can help us grow in our knowledge, empathy, and advocacy. Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/anti-racism-resources Wed, 24 Jun 2020 17:58:36 +0000 Presentation: Moral Injury - Spiritual Distress https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/presentation-moral-injury-spiritual-distress This PowerPoint presentation focuses on the role of chaplains and spiritually integrated interventions for the aggrieved soul due to moral injury and spiritual distress. Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/presentation-moral-injury-spiritual-distress Tue, 09 Jun 2020 15:27:42 +0000 Peer Support for Caregivers in Distress https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/peer-support-caregivers-distress Learn more about the RISE (Resilience Through Stressful Events) program: a volunteer, peer to peer service for health care workers in need of psychological First Aid, offered by Johns Hopkins Hospital. Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/peer-support-caregivers-distress Wed, 03 Jun 2020 13:35:16 +0000 A Prayer for Perseverance During the Pandemic https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/prayer-perseverance-during-pandemic Weeks into sheltering in place, I at times find myself growing weary of continually adjusting to new ways of doing things, changes in work and life flows, and maintaining social distance. Rev. Karl VanHarn https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/prayer-perseverance-during-pandemic Tue, 02 Jun 2020 14:08:02 +0000 Elizabeth and Mary: A Chaplaincy Spotlight https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/elizabeth-and-mary-chaplaincy-spotlight Elizabeth Guillaume-Koene is a long-term care chaplain in Ontario. In this video she shares about her ministry, and the meaningful relationships it creates. Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/elizabeth-and-mary-chaplaincy-spotlight Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:45:38 +0000 A Prayer for Health Care Workers https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/prayer-health-care-workers A prayer for those working in healthcare during the COVID-19 crisis Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/prayer-health-care-workers Tue, 14 Apr 2020 11:49:27 +0000 A Prayer for the Helpers https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/prayer-helpers A prayer for the chaplains and others ministering on the front lines Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/prayer-helpers Mon, 13 Apr 2020 12:37:46 +0000 Resources for Chaplains During COVID-19 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/resources-chaplains-during-covid-19 CRC chaplains are working with those directly affected by the coronavirus pandemic: the sick, the vulnerable, and healthcare workers. Here are some of the many resources they have shared for providing pastoral ministry during this crisis. Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/resources-chaplains-during-covid-19 Mon, 06 Apr 2020 18:02:51 +0000 What to Do After You're Endorsed as a CRC Chaplain https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/what-do-after-youre-endorsed-crc-chaplain Our ministry’s passion is to be a resource for our chaplains through endorsement, providing pastoral care, advocating, answering questions, and sharing their gifts with the chaplain community and denomination. Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/what-do-after-youre-endorsed-crc-chaplain Tue, 14 Jan 2020 17:34:15 +0000 December Chaplains Meeting: Responding to Crisis and Trauma https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/december-chaplains-meeting-responding-crisis-and-trauma Earlier this month, CRC chaplains gathered to talk about caring for people experiencing crisis and trauma. In the meeting, chaplains shared helpful resources, programs, and trainings that they have found effective. Many insightful things were shared, but here are some highlights:  Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/december-chaplains-meeting-responding-crisis-and-trauma Thu, 12 Dec 2019 16:21:23 +0000 November Chaplains Meeting: Pastoral Care in Pluralistic Settings https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/november-chaplains-meeting-pastoral-care-pluralistic-settings On November 13, Chaplaincy and Care Ministry hosted our second monthly video meeting. This month we focused on ministry in diverse and pluralistic settings. It was a meaningful time filled with inspiring stories and great resources. Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/november-chaplains-meeting-pastoral-care-pluralistic-settings Tue, 19 Nov 2019 13:52:02 +0000 Chaplaincy Monthly Zoom Meetings https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/chaplaincy-monthly-zoom-meetings Monthly Zoom Meetings Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/chaplaincy-monthly-zoom-meetings Thu, 07 Nov 2019 14:16:52 +0000