https://network.crcna.org/ The Network en Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:35:05 +0000 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 14:57:23 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/dee-recker-retires-after-23-years-share-memory-or-note-here While reading The Banner article on Dee Recker's retirement, I was struck by the depth of her experience. Over the course of her time with the CRCNA, Dee has worked fo Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/dee-recker-retires-after-23-years-share-memory-or-note-here Wed, 01 Feb 2023 14:57:23 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/share-your-3-word-prayer-human-sexuality-conversation As delegates, committee members, and churches prepare to discuss the Human Sexuality Report, let’s share our short and simple 3-word prayers. Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/share-your-3-word-prayer-human-sexuality-conversation Thu, 02 Jun 2022 14:19:35 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/inspire-2019-three-words Were you at Inspire 2019? If so, what three words would you use to describe the event?  Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/inspire-2019-three-words Wed, 07 Aug 2019 16:25:21 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/synod-2019-top-tweets-wednesday-june-19 For the duration of Synod 2019, The Network will be selecting a “Tweet of the Day” (as well as two honorable mentions) to be featured on the site. So without further ado, here are the top tweets from Wednesday, June 19.  Top Tweet:  Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/synod-2019-top-tweets-wednesday-june-19 Thu, 20 Jun 2019 14:24:22 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/synod-2019-top-tweets-tuesday-june-18 For the duration of Synod 2019, The Network will be selecting a “Tweet of the Day” (as well as two honorable mentions) to be featured on the site. So without further ado, here are the top tweets from Tuesday, June 18.  Top Tweet:  Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/synod-2019-top-tweets-tuesday-june-18 Wed, 19 Jun 2019 13:26:12 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/synod-2019-top-tweets-monday-june-17 For the duration of Synod 2019, The Network will be selecting a “Tweet of the Day” (as well as two honorable mentions) to be featured on the site. So without further ado, here are the top tweets from Monday, June 17. Top Tweet:  Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/synod-2019-top-tweets-monday-june-17 Tue, 18 Jun 2019 12:13:38 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/synod-2019-top-tweets-friday-june-14 For the duration of Synod 2019, The Network will be selecting a “Tweet of the Day” (as well as two honorable mentions) to be featured on the site. So without further ado, here are the top tweets from Friday, June 14. Top Tweet:  Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/synod-2019-top-tweets-friday-june-14 Sat, 15 Jun 2019 17:36:56 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/did-you-submit-overture-synod-2017 Today (Wednesday, March 15) is the deadline for overtures, appeals, and communications adopted by classis to be submitted to Synod 2017. Did you or your church submit something?  Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/did-you-submit-overture-synod-2017 Wed, 15 Mar 2017 14:25:04 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/agenda-synod-too-long During today’s morning session, a delegate stood up and voiced his concerns on the length of reports and amount of reading required to prepare for synod. He noted that the Agenda contains more words than Moby Dick. Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/agenda-synod-too-long Mon, 13 Jun 2016 21:32:41 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/synod-2016-what-are-your-first-impressions The first day of synod begins with quite a bit of business. Beyond connecting to the WiFi and finding the cafeteria, delegates are tasked early on with electing officers and meeting with their advisory committees for the first time. In addition, there are times set aside for worshi Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/synod-2016-what-are-your-first-impressions Fri, 10 Jun 2016 15:17:28 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/where-are-women-synod With the addition of deacon delegates to synod, churches are seeking a more complete representation of the body at synod. Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/where-are-women-synod Thu, 26 May 2016 12:31:44 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/how-will-deacon-delegates-change-synod Did you hear the big change coming to Synod 2016? If not, here it is! For the first time EVER, deacons will be delegates. Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/how-will-deacon-delegates-change-synod Tue, 17 May 2016 15:26:48 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/being-young-adult-synod-interview-nicholas-chuba At just 20 years old, you’ve already been to synod twice. What initially prompted your decision to apply to be a Young Adult Representative?  Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/being-young-adult-synod-interview-nicholas-chuba Fri, 12 Jun 2015 15:08:39 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/synod-2015-what-are-you-excited-about In just a few short days, Synod 2015 will be underway on the campus of Dordt College in Sioux Center, IA! Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/synod-2015-what-are-you-excited-about Mon, 08 Jun 2015 14:47:35 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/sturdy-longings Thirty years ago I was serving on our church’s worship committee and we were planning the Advent series on the second coming of Christ. Syd Hielema https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/sturdy-longings Mon, 04 May 2015 13:49:13 +0000