https://network.crcna.org/ The Network en Fri, 26 Apr 2024 21:11:40 +0000 Thu, 20 Apr 2017 14:52:14 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/biblical-justice/kinsman-redeemer It is with great pride that as parents, my wife and I look forward to the sacred and special milestone of marriage for our son and his soon-to-be bride. Albert Huizing https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/biblical-justice/kinsman-redeemer Thu, 20 Apr 2017 14:52:14 +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/spiritual-formation/faith-nurture/bridging-gap-encouraging-intergenerational-faith-formation Said the little boy, "Sometimes I drop my spoon," Said the old man, "I do too!" The little boy whispered, "I wet my pants." "I do that too," laughed the old man. Said the little boy, "I often cry." The old man nodded, "So do I." Albert Huizing https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-nurture/bridging-gap-encouraging-intergenerational-faith-formation Mon, 14 Dec 2015 16:52:02 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/partnering-parents If you are a youth leader or youth pastor, I encourage you to find a place to get together with the parents of the youth in your ministry and really get them on board with the idea of partnership. Albert Huizing https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/partnering-parents Mon, 09 Nov 2015 20:02:09 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-nurture/so-what-great-curriculum-option-youth-leaders We live in a world full of “I want it now” service. Albert Huizing https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-nurture/so-what-great-curriculum-option-youth-leaders Tue, 13 Oct 2015 14:20:49 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/dark-side-social-media As stated in the last several weeks, there are many positive and beneficial uses for technology and social media in our rapidly changing world today. However, there is also the Trojan Horse of social media. Albert Huizing https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/dark-side-social-media Fri, 20 Mar 2015 20:33:51 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/christianity-worth-living-out After participating in 3DM Discipleship training for the last 2 years, I sit at my desk in my office and wonder how I can apply these tools to the ever-increasing mass exodus of youth leaving the church scene. Albert Huizing https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/christianity-worth-living-out Fri, 06 Feb 2015 20:02:31 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/meeting-needs-youth “Do your best to present yourself to God as an approved workman, who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.” (2 Timothy 2:15)  Albert Huizing https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/meeting-needs-youth Mon, 02 Feb 2015 15:52:45 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/judgemental By now it is universally accepted that people – especially young adults are leaving the church in masses. One reason, it seems, is because Christians are perceived as being prideful and critical towards others. How did we acquire this image of a judgemental character? Albert Huizing https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/judgemental Mon, 03 Nov 2014 16:19:56 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/young-adults/shattered-lifestyles By now it is universally accepted that people – especially young adults are leaving the church in masses. One reason, it seems, is because Christians are perceived out of touch with reality.. How did we acquire this image of a sheltered Lifestyle? Albert Huizing https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/young-adults/shattered-lifestyles Mon, 27 Oct 2014 15:41:35 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/evangelism/evangelism By now it is universally accepted that people–especially young adults--are leaving the church in masses. One reason, it seems, is because Christians are perceived as non-authentic and present their faith like a sales pitch when trying to converse with non-believers. Albert Huizing https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/evangelism/evangelism Mon, 13 Oct 2014 18:39:02 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/hypocrisy By now it is universally accepted that people–especially young adults are leaving the church in masses. One reason, it seems, is because Christians are perceived as hypocritical. Whether it is intentional or not, their lifestyles do not match up with what they profess to be important. Albert Huizing https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/youth-ministry/hypocrisy Mon, 06 Oct 2014 20:35:16 +0000