https://network.crcna.org/ The Network en Sat, 11 May 2024 02:17:44 +0000 Wed, 23 Feb 2022 15:41:15 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/5-practical-ways-churches-can-go-deeper-their Supporting missionaries is enriching for congregations! I have seen this to be true in my region and wanted to share two recent examples of churches that went deeper in their relationships with missionaries. Peter Kelder https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/5-practical-ways-churches-can-go-deeper-their Wed, 23 Feb 2022 15:41:15 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/2021-mission-emphasis-resources During the fall, most churches set aside time to celebrate missions. This often takes place as a mission emphasis church service, but can also involve many other activities, both during the week and after your church service. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/2021-mission-emphasis-resources Sun, 22 Aug 2021 00:46:34 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/mission-emphasis-litany-whole-church-whole-gospel This litany consists of scripture readings, responsive readings, and a prayer that can be used or adapted for a mission-themed worship service. WHOLE CHURCH Congregation: The whole church is sent. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/mission-emphasis-litany-whole-church-whole-gospel Wed, 18 Aug 2021 18:44:09 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/30-days-prayer-muslims-0 An estimated 1.8 billion Muslims in the world don't know the love of Jesus. But each year, Muslims celebrate Ramadan. A time of devout fasting and prayer, Ramadan is a time for Muslims to seek God. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/30-days-prayer-muslims-0 Wed, 17 Mar 2021 08:51:48 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/how-are-you-responding-gods-new-thing-during-covid-19 "See, I am doing a new thing!Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?I am making a way in the wildernessAnd streams in the wasteland." Isaiah 43:19 (NIV) Kyle Brooks https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/how-are-you-responding-gods-new-thing-during-covid-19 Mon, 04 May 2020 20:15:42 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/30-days-prayer-muslims There are an estimated 1.8 billion Muslims in the world who don't know the love of Jesus. But each year, Muslims celebrate Ramadan. A time of devout fasting and prayer, Ramadan is a time for Muslims to seek God. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/30-days-prayer-muslims Tue, 21 Apr 2020 14:58:01 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/tips-campus-minister-caring-university-students-during I take a sip of my freshly pressed coffee and ask a question I’ve asked many times: What is going on? This is just another meeting, like many others I’ve had throughout the semester, but different in that it is taking place online.   Tyler Helfers https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/tips-campus-minister-caring-university-students-during Wed, 01 Apr 2020 17:03:57 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/how-care-your-missionary-during-covid-19 Many churches are adapting to COVID-19. You’re meeting in smaller groups, worshipping online, and caring for your community. In this stressful and anxious time, it’s important to remember your missionaries too. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/how-care-your-missionary-during-covid-19 Tue, 24 Mar 2020 12:10:23 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/27-mission-related-worship-songs Is your church planning a mission emphasis service or event? Resonate Global Mission and CRC Worship Ministries compiled a list of mission-focused worship songs. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/27-mission-related-worship-songs Wed, 21 Aug 2019 17:18:33 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/prayer-mission God has been changing this world through the mission work of the Christian Reformed Church for more than 125 years. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/prayer-mission Tue, 14 May 2019 12:37:45 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/soul-force-and-seven-pivots-ministry-transformation Cultural sensitivity is the ability to see through eyes other than our own. More than anything, seeing through the eyes of others requires humility—the humility to recognize we have so much to learn, and especially from people different from ourselves. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/soul-force-and-seven-pivots-ministry-transformation Wed, 06 Mar 2019 14:51:34 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/8-ways-your-congregation-can-care-missionaries Missionaries need a strong support team in order to thrive in their ministry. While the sending agency plays an important role, there are elements of missionary care that congregations are uniquely equipped for. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/8-ways-your-congregation-can-care-missionaries Tue, 08 Jan 2019 17:17:08 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/your-guide-communicating-missionaries-closed-countries Writing to your missionary and sending them mail is a great way to encourage them, but some missionaries serve in countries where Christians are persecuted or where sharing the gospel is cause for arrest. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/your-guide-communicating-missionaries-closed-countries Thu, 13 Dec 2018 14:52:40 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/11-social-media-tips-short-term-mission-trips We live in a culture where every latte, sunset, or family gathering is fair game for a photo-op and social media post. But we have to be aware of how our love for photography and social media can play out when we are serving in mission. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/11-social-media-tips-short-term-mission-trips Mon, 19 Nov 2018 17:56:19 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/four-questions-ask-your-missionary-sending-care Care packages are a great way to encourage missionaries and send them a bit of home—but sending care packages can also be tricky. In some countries, care packages and their contents can present a huge hassle for your missionary. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/four-questions-ask-your-missionary-sending-care Fri, 09 Nov 2018 16:03:19 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/when-say-yes-vetting-financial-requests-mission-work As the people of God, we have a special calling to reach out to our Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria and to the ends of the earth. One of the ways to fulfill this calling is to send missionaries. But how do you decide which missionaries are the best fit for your church? Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/when-say-yes-vetting-financial-requests-mission-work Wed, 07 Nov 2018 16:38:37 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/mission-emphasis-guide Mission emphasis events provide a special opportunity to praise and thank God for what He is doing to advance his kingdom. It is a time when a local congregation can focus attention on the work of mission at home and abroad. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/mission-emphasis-guide Tue, 17 Jul 2018 19:59:22 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/12-bible-verses-missions Jesus’ final command to his disciples in the Bible was to “go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19). As believers, we are called to spread God’s word throughout the world — whether that is just outside our door or across the globe. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/12-bible-verses-missions Wed, 11 Jul 2018 13:02:04 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/faith-promise In Faith Promise, individual church members, including adults, young people, and children, prayerfully ask how much God would have them give to missions. Then, they make promises to give as the Lord directs. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/faith-promise Wed, 14 Feb 2018 15:44:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/role-missions-committee The Christian Reformed Church has a rich history of sending missionaries, planting churches, introducing people to the Gospel, and has a passion for fulfilling the great commission. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/global-mission/role-missions-committee Tue, 13 Feb 2018 22:08:37 +0000