https://network.crcna.org/ The Network en Thu, 18 Apr 2024 18:55:54 +0000 Wed, 13 Apr 2016 13:59:42 +0000 What Song Inspires Your Mission? https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/lets-talk-about/what-song-inspires-your-mission I recently heard a caller on a Christian music station share that the Casting Crowns song Thrive inspires her mission and vision for the business she runs. Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/lets-talk-about/what-song-inspires-your-mission Wed, 13 Apr 2016 13:59:42 +0000 Showing Appreciation for Church Volunteers https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-administration/church-admin-finance/communication/showing-appreciation-church National Volunteer Week is coming up April 10-16 in both the United States and Canada. Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-administration/church-admin-finance/communication/showing-appreciation-church Mon, 28 Mar 2016 12:41:50 +0000 Live Justly for Lent: For Church Leaders https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/biblical-justice/live-justly-lent-church-leaders Churches are more than buildings taking up space in a city, town, or neighborhood. These are people who encounter the God of cities and nations. Reginald Smith https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/biblical-justice/live-justly-lent-church-leaders Mon, 22 Feb 2016 19:00:04 +0000 Network "February Flashback" https://network.crcna.org/topic/other/news/network-february-flashback On our 4th anniversary in 2014, we re-launched The Network and opened up all 60 ministry topics for members to post blogs, resources, discussion topics and Ministry Q&A. Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/other/news/network-february-flashback Mon, 01 Feb 2016 13:20:15 +0000 Webinars: Ministry Shares at Work https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-administration/church-admin-finance/communication/webinars-ministry-shares-work “Webinar Wednesdays” began on January 25, 2012 under the auspices of The Network. Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-administration/church-admin-finance/communication/webinars-ministry-shares-work Wed, 13 Jan 2016 13:00:00 +0000 Oops: Stop Accidentally Offending People https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/attitudes/oops-stop-accidentally-offending-people Description Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/attitudes/oops-stop-accidentally-offending-people Thu, 05 Nov 2015 14:59:12 +0000 The Chaplain on the Spiritual Care Team https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/chaplain-spiritual-care-team Description: This webinar explores the broad topic of addressing spirituality in patient care, describes the rationale and research that justifies doing so, and examines a “spiritual care team” model that seeks to do this in outpatient and inpatient settings. Harold G. Koenig https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/chaplain-spiritual-care-team Fri, 29 May 2015 16:09:11 +0000 Agenda for Synod 2015 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/agenda-synod-2015 The Agenda for Synod 2015 is now available on the Synod Resources page of the Christian Reformed Church in North America website. Hard copies of the Agenda will be mailed to churches later this month. Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/agenda-synod-2015 Wed, 08 Apr 2015 13:08:55 +0000 From Pew to Neighbourhood https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/community-engagement/pew-neighbourhood Description Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/community-engagement/pew-neighbourhood Wed, 01 Apr 2015 18:30:05 +0000 Disagreeing Agreeably: Practicing Grace Instead of Exerting Control https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/leadership-development/personal-growth/disagreeing-agreeably-practicing-grace-0 Description Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/leadership-development/personal-growth/disagreeing-agreeably-practicing-grace-0 Wed, 25 Mar 2015 18:34:40 +0000 “Nuts & Bolts” of Church Ministry https://network.crcna.org/topic/other/news/nuts-bolts-church-ministry Over the past five years, The Network has been on a mission to be the place where people connect with each other about the “nuts and bolts” of church ministry. Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/other/news/nuts-bolts-church-ministry Thu, 05 Feb 2015 20:42:10 +0000 The Network’s Top 25 of 2014 https://network.crcna.org/topic/other/news/networks-top-25-2014 The New Year always brings out all of the Top ## Lists from every source imaginable. And we don’t want to disappoint! Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/other/news/networks-top-25-2014 Mon, 12 Jan 2015 19:30:05 +0000 CRCNA Webinars https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/leadership-development/crcna-webinars The CRCNA is pleased to offer webinars as a way of learning, sharing, and growing together. It's easy to participate - all you need is a computer (with speakers or headset). These free, one-hour events are offered several times each year in the spring and fall. Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/leadership-development/crcna-webinars Wed, 22 Oct 2014 20:13:13 +0000 Appreciating All You Do https://network.crcna.org/topic/other/news/appreciating-all-you-do Our sincere appreciation goes out to all who serve in the churches in North America and around the world. You’re the reason that The Network was created! Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/other/news/appreciating-all-you-do Tue, 07 Oct 2014 13:55:15 +0000 7 Reasons to Live Among, In and With Your Neighbourhood https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/community-engagement/7-reasons-live-among-and-your-neighbourhood Our theology, missiology, ecclesiology as well as today’s community developers all assert that neighbourhoods and being a good neighbour matter. In this webinar we will explore how and why living in, with and among your neighbours is so important.  Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/community-engagement/7-reasons-live-among-and-your-neighbourhood Thu, 18 Sep 2014 15:46:35 +0000 My Charity Connects https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-administration/church-communications/my-charity-connects My Charity Connects, a special initiative of CanadaHelps, assists charities in learning about social media and online technology. Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-administration/church-communications/my-charity-connects Thu, 14 Aug 2014 16:56:14 +0000 What's Your Content Type? https://network.crcna.org/topic/other/news/whats-your-content-type Since we invited members to post their own content it’s been great to see all the new blogs, articles and resources getting added on The Network each day. I suspect some of you may be holding back because you’ve got questions like: Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/other/news/whats-your-content-type Mon, 28 Jul 2014 19:32:59 +0000 Video Tutorials: How to Add Your Post on The Network https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-administration/church-communications/video-tutorials-how-add-your-post-network We've updated the Network content form so that it's even easier to use! Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-administration/church-communications/video-tutorials-how-add-your-post-network Tue, 17 Jun 2014 15:17:17 +0000 And the Winners Are… https://network.crcna.org/topic/other/news/and-winners-are Thanks to all who provided feedback in response to “Your Feedback = Chance to Win.” We’ll be discussing your specific suggestions for changes to The Network in the days ahead. Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/other/news/and-winners-are Mon, 05 May 2014 20:12:26 +0000 Your Feedback = Chance to Win https://network.crcna.org/topic/other/news/your-feedback-chance-win If you’re reading this you’ve most likely already noticed that things look different on The Network.  On February 27, just after our 4th anniversary, we launched the newly re-designed site. We’re still collecting feedback and would love to know what you think. Kimberly Chimienti https://network.crcna.org/topic/other/news/your-feedback-chance-win Tue, 01 Apr 2014 14:39:06 +0000