https://network.crcna.org/ The Network en Tue, 16 Apr 2024 13:19:05 +0000 Fri, 13 Oct 2023 19:11:59 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/acts-synod-2023 A digital version of the Acts of Synod 2023 is now available on the Synod Resources page of the Christian Reformed Church in North America website. CRC Communications https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/acts-synod-2023 Fri, 13 Oct 2023 19:11:59 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-practices/practicing-gratitude We're entering the season of Thanksgiving! Canadians will celebrate on October 9, and Americans on November 23 this year. It's a time to give thanks for the harvest, and it’s also a good time to remember that throughout the year there are many things for which to be thankful. Anita Brinkman https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-practices/practicing-gratitude Fri, 06 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-administration/church-communications/3-ways-church-communicators-can-utilize The responsibilities of a church communicator can be vast and wide-ranging—any given day could include photography, video, social media, graphic design, and more. It’s easy to become overwhelmed with everything you should or could be doing. Church Juice https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-administration/church-communications/3-ways-church-communicators-can-utilize Tue, 08 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/pastors/when-say-goodbye-tips-leaving-ministry-position-dignity My mentor set the long, highly critical document that was my evaluation down on the table in front of me, looked me dead in the eyes, and said two words: Church Juice https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/pastors/when-say-goodbye-tips-leaving-ministry-position-dignity Wed, 26 Jul 2023 19:16:41 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-nurture/living-beatitudes-our-families Jesus talked a lot about the Kingdom of God. He surprised people by describing a picture of God's Kingdom that looked rather different from the things of this world. Rev. Deb Koster https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-nurture/living-beatitudes-our-families Mon, 24 Jul 2023 22:11:56 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/leadership-development/code-conduct-ministry-leaders Synod 2023 adopted a code of conduct for ministry leaders in the Christian Reformed Church. CRC Communications https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/leadership-development/code-conduct-ministry-leaders Tue, 18 Jul 2023 16:48:21 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-nurture/we-cant-help-hope What can be said about 2021 that has not already been said? It was a hard year for many. The continuing pandemic, polarization in society, rising costs of all of life’s essentials, sad truths about our history coming to light, oppressive regimes on the rise in various places around the globe. . Anita Brinkman https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-nurture/we-cant-help-hope Tue, 18 Jan 2022 14:28:29 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-nurture/perspiration-and-perspectives Last evening, I was out in the garden in my backyard, picking raspberries, watching the birds chase each other from the lilac bush to the crab apple tree, listening to the neighbour kids splashing in the pool and laughing, smelling a hint of barbecue from another neighbour’s backyard. Anita Brinkman https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-nurture/perspiration-and-perspectives Tue, 11 Aug 2020 12:19:50 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/specialized-communities/indigenous-native-american/pow-wow-reflections-beauty-and-complexity At the first pow wow I attended, on Bkejwanong Walpole Island First Nation, near Wallaceburg, Ontario, I was maybe seven or eight years old. That beautiful, colourful, and lively event was my first experience with Canada’s First Nations people, and I was in awe. Anita Brinkman https://network.crcna.org/topic/specialized-communities/indigenous-native-american/pow-wow-reflections-beauty-and-complexity Wed, 30 Oct 2019 15:59:51 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/leadership-development/giving-thanks-my-top-10-blessings-inspire-2017 After a recent service trip with a nearby youth group, each of us was challenged to write down our "top ten" blessings of the experience. Anita Brinkman https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/leadership-development/giving-thanks-my-top-10-blessings-inspire-2017 Thu, 10 Aug 2017 17:38:10 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-nurture/forming-faith-through-generations Six years ago, Community Christian Reformed Church in Kitchener, Ont., began a new adventure. Anita Brinkman https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-nurture/forming-faith-through-generations Mon, 24 Jul 2017 18:53:25 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/community-engagement/share-story-your-church-through-photos Do you have photos of your church living out its mission as a family of believers? Share them with your wider Christian Reformed Church family! Anita Brinkman https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/community-engagement/share-story-your-church-through-photos Thu, 12 Jan 2017 14:57:02 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-administration/church-admin-finance/church-year-resources Are you planning offerings for the coming year? Do you need basic information about the work of CRC ministries? Use this online calendar, printable calendar, worksheets, and guidelines to help you plan the offering schedule for your church.  Anita Brinkman https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-administration/church-admin-finance/church-year-resources Tue, 06 Dec 2016 13:22:20 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/worship/general-worship/jane-austen-balance-and-worship Jane Austen is popular. The English novelist lived from 1775-1817, and is best known for her second published novel, Pride and Prejudice. This year alone, five movies have been released that are based directly or indirectly on her work. Anita Brinkman https://network.crcna.org/topic/worship/general-worship/jane-austen-balance-and-worship Thu, 30 Jun 2016 16:14:05 +0000