https://network.crcna.org/ The Network en Fri, 19 Apr 2024 08:11:25 +0000 Wed, 17 Apr 2024 15:38:15 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/what-are-you-waiting The trip odometer read 2,686 miles. These are the miles my rental car accumulated as I traveled to five of the ten spring Classis meetings within the US Central region (if I was not at your meeting, beware, I hope to come in the Fall). Brad Meinders https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/what-are-you-waiting Wed, 17 Apr 2024 15:38:15 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/fundraising-tips-group-mission-trips Gearing up for a group mission trip? You’re probably busy planning transportation, an itinerary, a packing list, and more—but you also probably have to raise funds to get there too. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/fundraising-tips-group-mission-trips Thu, 18 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/4-prayers-christmas God calls us to pray continuously. Find time to take a minute away from the chaos of the holidays and pray for God’s mission this Christmas season. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/4-prayers-christmas Fri, 22 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/christmas-appetizer I've been struggling with my Christmas spirit, or lack thereof, so far this season.  Renita Reed-Thomson https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/christmas-appetizer Wed, 13 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/reflections-missionary-reconnect-trip As a missionary with Resonate Global Mission, my wife Sara and I recently finished four months in the US visiting supporting churches, friends, and family. It was a blessing. During our cross-country road trips, we had ample time to reflect on the Church and on American life and culture. Anthony Sytsma https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/reflections-missionary-reconnect-trip Wed, 29 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/how-engage-your-church-mission How can your church get involved in mission? Every church and believer is called to share the gospel in their neighborhoods and throughout the world. But while many churches want to respond to God’s call to spread the gospel, they’re often not sure where to start or what to do. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/how-engage-your-church-mission Thu, 03 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/best-practices-support-your-missionaries-and-build How does your church support missionaries and build a vision for mission in your church? Earlier this spring, twelve church mission committee leaders gathered at Calvin Theological Seminary to share their best practices. Carla Bieber https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/best-practices-support-your-missionaries-and-build Tue, 11 Jul 2023 14:08:40 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/what-do-you-say-responding-stories-war-and A student asked me to walk with her and as we walked, she told me her story. At the end she asked if we could do it again next week. These days, it's hard to find the words to say when we hear the stories of so many of our students. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/what-do-you-say-responding-stories-war-and Wed, 25 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/5-things-do-after-your-missions-experience Serving as a volunteer on a short-term mission trip can be a powerful experience. You experience a new culture, make new friends, and see God work in new and incredible ways. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/5-things-do-after-your-missions-experience Thu, 21 Jul 2022 12:58:04 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/words-encouragement-uncertain-future In June 2020, my wife Sharon and I made a monumental decision. We decided to leave The River, the church we planted in Edmonton, Alberta, some 20 years ago. Make no mistake, our years in Edmonton were incredibly blessed. Bruce Gritter https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/words-encouragement-uncertain-future Mon, 18 Jul 2022 17:59:10 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/solidarity In his address to the United States Congress in March, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky described the destruction unfolding from Russia’s current invasion. Jessica Bratt Carle https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/solidarity Mon, 11 Jul 2022 23:40:58 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/5-spiritual-practices-prepare-serving-mission I thought the Ritz crackers would slow him down. Ever busy, ever building, ever doing, he was energy with overalls. He never stopped until his head hit the pillow. Renee A. https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/5-spiritual-practices-prepare-serving-mission Wed, 27 Apr 2022 19:36:07 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/work-administration-mission-schools I am often asked how my job in administration at a mission school in Ethiopia impacts the bigger picture of missions’ work, as well as why I don’t share more about my work. Below is a way to put what I do in context within a mission organization and vision. Gail Gorfe https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/work-administration-mission-schools Mon, 25 Apr 2022 06:19:12 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/let-there-be-light As the body of Christ in heaven and on earth join in communion of hearts and spirit to commemorate the dawning and birth of our eternal Savior, we’ve been thinking a lot about light. Sosthene and Kara Maletoungou https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/let-there-be-light Thu, 23 Dec 2021 13:55:15 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/4-simple-ways-you-can-support-missionaries-christmas The holiday season is typically packed with celebrations with family, friends, and church communities—but we may also feel a little nostalgic that we cannot be with everyone we love because of distance. This is very real for our missionaries abroad. Marco Avila https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/4-simple-ways-you-can-support-missionaries-christmas Thu, 16 Dec 2021 14:19:50 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/few-lessons-church-planting-101 I was excited to attend the Church Planting Canada Congress along with most of my Resonate Canada East teammates. Joan Brady https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/few-lessons-church-planting-101 Thu, 09 Dec 2021 13:59:17 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/twas-night-christmas-great-lakes-region I’m breaking my “no Christmas before Thanksgiving” rule to share with you what our Great Lakes team has been up to this year in a fun, lighthearted way. Thank you so much for your support this year! —Amy Schenkel, Resonate's Regional Mission Leader for the Great Lakes Region Amy Schenkel https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/twas-night-christmas-great-lakes-region Mon, 01 Nov 2021 13:15:23 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/tackling-difficult-topic-tact Manual 3 of Timothy Leadership Training is titled From Harm to Harmony - Overcoming Violence in the Family, which can be a challenging topic to address. Global Coffee Break https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/tackling-difficult-topic-tact Thu, 28 Oct 2021 12:32:58 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/new-discipleship-opportunity-young-adults What are some of the key milestones in your life? Milestones are significant moments which mark a vital decision, a momentous occasion, even a tragic loss. Part of being human is pausing to commemorate or celebrate milestones along life’s journey. Willemina Zwart https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/new-discipleship-opportunity-young-adults Mon, 14 Jun 2021 20:39:32 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/why-not-pay-pastors-attend-trainings In our Resonate Global Mission work in East and Southern Africa, we are very deliberate about not paying for the costs of participants to attend trainings, whether trainings like Educational Care, Timothy Leadership Training, or any other informal teachings of church leaders. Anthony Sytsma https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/why-not-pay-pastors-attend-trainings Thu, 03 Jun 2021 12:46:47 +0000