https://network.crcna.org/ The Network en Sat, 20 Apr 2024 01:40:38 +0000 Mon, 06 Jul 2020 15:31:18 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/keeping-children-safe-virtual This post was written by Guy Russ, assistant vice president Risk Control, Church Mutual Insurance Company, S.I. Guy Russ https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/keeping-children-safe-virtual Mon, 06 Jul 2020 15:31:18 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/new-servehome-outreach-program Every spring season, Youth Unlimited is preparing to mobilize thousands of teens and volunteers to participate in SERVE—weeklong mission trips across the United States and Canada. ThereforeGo Ministries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/new-servehome-outreach-program Tue, 12 May 2020 17:15:18 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/coronavirus-challenge-and-photo-scavenger-hunt-youth The attached "Coronavirus Challenge" and Photo Scavenger Hunt were shared by a youth group leader as an idea to keep the youth of your church engaged and having fun. She has given everyone permission to share so please feel free to use and adapt!  Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/coronavirus-challenge-and-photo-scavenger-hunt-youth Thu, 19 Mar 2020 14:44:02 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-unlimited-celebrates-100-years-ministry "Throughout the past 100 years, God has been incredibly faithful, allowing the ministry that began as the American Federation of Reformed Young Men's Societies to transform through the decades into what is today known as Youth Unlimited. Ron DeVries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-unlimited-celebrates-100-years-ministry Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:53:31 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/top-5-youth-ministry-talks Significant research had been done over the years following the trends of Youth as they leave high school and move on to some form of post-secondary education or perhaps decide to take a gap year. Ron DeVries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/top-5-youth-ministry-talks Tue, 10 Apr 2018 19:34:21 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-service-and-worship-week-southern-california There are still openings for a few youth groups who may want to plug in to an exciting and Spirit-filled week at Rosewood CRC in Bellflower, CA! Bonny Mulder-Behnia https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-service-and-worship-week-southern-california Thu, 15 Mar 2018 15:26:13 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/january-crcna-youth-ministry-newsletter-eliminating-hurry-our As we enter into a new year, following the busyness of the holidays, it is easy to caught up in the next busy ministry season peering around the corner.  Ron DeVries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/january-crcna-youth-ministry-newsletter-eliminating-hurry-our Wed, 03 Jan 2018 14:09:14 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/november-2017-youth-ministry-newsletter The November 2017 edition of the CRCNA Youth Ministry newsletter is now out. Learn about upcoming events, discover new resources, and hear stories of how God is at work!  Ron DeVries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/november-2017-youth-ministry-newsletter Mon, 13 Nov 2017 17:28:16 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/spiritual-characteristics-teens-part-i-webinar-recording Anyone who parents teens or works with them knows that they are a diverse group whose spiritual growth varies widely. Listen and learn from this webinar that took place on October 10 and looks at the spiritual characteristics of teens. Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/spiritual-characteristics-teens-part-i-webinar-recording Wed, 25 Oct 2017 13:49:24 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/new-resource-crcna-youth-ministry-newsletter On September 5th, Faith Formation Ministries sent out the first (of what we hope will be many!) edition of the new CRCNA Youth Ministry newsletter. Ron deVries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/new-resource-crcna-youth-ministry-newsletter Wed, 13 Sep 2017 14:11:44 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-and-2016-election It is undeniable that this presidential election is different from any other recent elections. The biggest difference is the possibility of electing the very first female president. It almost seems that in recent 21st century politics each election needs to set a new cultural benchmark. Albert Huizing https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-and-2016-election Tue, 15 Nov 2016 02:04:23 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-ministry-conversation-starter-bonus-it-involves-pie My pastor recently shared an analogy that I thought would make a great conversation starter for youth leaders. As a disclaimer, this conversation works best if served with pie (preferably homemade). But if you don’t have time to make or get a pie, an imaginary one works great! Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-ministry-conversation-starter-bonus-it-involves-pie Tue, 04 Oct 2016 00:38:17 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/fun-youth-group-experience-crash This will be short sweet and to the point! If ever you guys need something to do on a random day, or the first week of every month (like I do) I recommend CRASH nights! Which stand for Come Relax At Someone's House! Austin Burke https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/fun-youth-group-experience-crash Sat, 20 Feb 2016 22:58:08 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/sending-young-disciples-world-and DescriptionThis webinar provides guidelines to help congregations minister to high school students preparing for graduation and offer helpful tips on how to care for students once they are in college or at a university. Ron deVries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/sending-young-disciples-world-and Tue, 16 Feb 2016 21:35:52 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/10-steps-toward-intergenerational Description Lesli van Milligen https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/10-steps-toward-intergenerational Wed, 20 Jan 2016 15:54:35 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/canadian-youth-ministry-project-making-headway During the spring of 2015, Faith Formation Ministries launched a pilot project called the Canadian Youth Ministry Project. The focus of the project has been to equip youth leaders in Canada to do their work in more meaningful ways through webinars, blogs, Facebook posts, events and retreats, Ron deVries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/canadian-youth-ministry-project-making-headway Mon, 11 Jan 2016 14:59:39 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/youth-ministry-and Description Lesli van Milligen https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/youth-ministry-and Tue, 17 Nov 2015 21:40:24 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/engaging-parents-youth-ministries Description Lesli van Milligen https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/engaging-parents-youth-ministries Tue, 20 Oct 2015 20:36:16 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/youth-leaders-top-teaching Description Ron deVries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/youth-leaders-top-teaching Tue, 15 Sep 2015 20:50:02 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/top-ways-start-your-season-well Description Ron deVries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/youth-leader-training-series/top-ways-start-your-season-well Tue, 18 Aug 2015 20:30:06 +0000