https://network.crcna.org/ The Network en Tue, 23 Apr 2024 08:28:15 +0000 Thu, 08 Apr 2021 15:59:09 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/leadership-and-administration/recruiting-new-deacons-during-pandemic Recruitment. It ain't easy. At least that's what churches are telling us. And add a pandemic on top of that, well, it's even harder.  But does it have to be? Diaconal Ministries Canada https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/leadership-and-administration/recruiting-new-deacons-during-pandemic Thu, 08 Apr 2021 15:59:09 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/new-devotions-deacons-0 Starting January 2021, Diaconal Ministries Canada began rolling out a new set of devotions called "Detours; Overcoming Spiritual Roadblocks in Ministry." This set of devotions has been graciously contributed by Martin Boardman, Prayer Mobilizer with Dunamis Fellowship Canada and Presbyt Diaconal Ministries Canada https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/new-devotions-deacons-0 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 14:21:18 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/leadership-and-administration/overcoming-roadblocks-ministry-devotions I love road trips. I much prefer driving to flying. For several years my family has gone to Myrtle Beach. From where I live, it’s about a 16 hour drive, with a few stops along the way. Yes, I know—I could get there in a 2-hour flight out of Buffalo, but still I much prefer the drive. Diaconal Ministries Canada https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/leadership-and-administration/overcoming-roadblocks-ministry-devotions Mon, 14 Dec 2020 00:35:57 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/grants-available-canadian-deacons Diaconal Ministries Canada and World Renew Canada have teamed up to offer financial help to Canadian deacons and churches who have a great idea to love and serve their community but lack the resources. Diaconal Ministries Canada https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/grants-available-canadian-deacons Sat, 25 Apr 2020 12:17:53 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/newground-sunday-may-3-2020 NewGround Sunday is May 3, 2020! Is your church holding an offering this year? When you give to NewGround, you are impacting communities across Canada with the love of Christ. Diaconal Ministries Canada https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/newground-sunday-may-3-2020 Mon, 20 Apr 2020 16:40:21 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/top-10-ways-deacons-can-help-during-covid-19 In this Easter Season, it's good for us to pause and reflect on the fact that Jesus did not come to be served but to serve. Diaconal Ministries Canada https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/top-10-ways-deacons-can-help-during-covid-19 Mon, 20 Apr 2020 12:31:35 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/supporting-deacons-through-covid-19-crisis We are living in unprecedented times. Diaconal Ministries Canada is committed to helping deacons and churches continue to work for the good of all people, in all places, at all times. Diaconal Ministries Canada https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/supporting-deacons-through-covid-19-crisis Wed, 01 Apr 2020 16:57:53 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/top-10-ways-recruit-new-council-members “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!!” Yes, yes, we know Christmas is long gone. It’s Recruitment Time!  Diaconal Ministries Canada https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/top-10-ways-recruit-new-council-members Thu, 07 Feb 2019 15:51:11 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/youth-justice-initiative-coming-2019 I recently watched the movie Black Panther with my two sons, aged 11 and 13. While I wasn’t exactly filled with enthusiasm to be watching yet another Avenger movie with my kids on a Friday night, some of the buzz I had heard surrounding this movie made me a bit more curious and hopeful. Diaconal Ministries Canada https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/youth-justice-initiative-coming-2019 Tue, 16 Oct 2018 15:34:42 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/dmcs-june-2018-e-quip-newsletter-deacons DMC's e-Quip blog features news, stories and events related to transformational ministries. For monthly compilations of our blog posts and other news updates, subscribe to our e-Quip newsletter below! Diaconal Ministries Canada https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/dmcs-june-2018-e-quip-newsletter-deacons Mon, 02 Jul 2018 19:40:38 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/diaconal-ministries-canada-dmc-e-quip-diaconal-newsletter The e-quip blog features news, stories, and events related to transformational ministries. Diaconal Ministries Canada https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/diaconal-ministries-canada-dmc-e-quip-diaconal-newsletter Wed, 30 May 2018 19:35:46 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/engaging-your-community-part-2-make-love-your-goal Now while Frankie Goes to Hollywood may get credit for our title above, it actually goes back to a verse in 1 Corinthians 14 (RSV): “Make love your aim…” and the ever-popular verses from the previous chapter as well: Diaconal Ministries Canada https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/deacons/engaging-your-community-part-2-make-love-your-goal Wed, 30 May 2018 17:58:30 +0000