About Me
I am a wanderer pursuing grace. Born in GR, MI- moved to AZ, IA, MT as a youth; located in IA, CA, MT as an adult. I came into the CRC when I was 10 years old, nearly 5 decades ago, and have never left.
I am married to a wonderful gal who shares my love of family, education, travel and adventure- that includes dutchoven cooking. I have 3 wonderful children, who have three equally wonderful spouses, who in turn have given us a growing number of grandchildren- eight presently.
While being blessed abundantly, I have also experienced a few detours in my life. One of the most recent challenges has been the journey into silence- I have severe sensorineural hearing loss requiring bilateral cochlear implants. Being one who thrives on self-reliance and independence, this adventure has taught me dependence and patience are also gifts to be cherished.
As a long time Cadet counselor, I have learned much from those younger than me, and God's wonderful creation. Currently I am an active counselor, Developer of Counselor Education, and Regional Training Coordinator for the North Region- AB & MT.
I have attended too many colleges and universities- more than a dozen, and have a couple of degrees and one unfinished to boot. I was once a teacher in IA, CA, MT; now a service writer and computer support specialist.
Lastly, but not least- I enjoy the challenge of being a Stated Clerk for Classis Yellowstone- a love for the church handed down from my parents- of which if you know me...I have been blessed with too many also:-)
My name is Delbert Delos VanDenBerg (formerly Packard & Croff)- I am perhaps the only Dutchman by choice in the world!
Interests
People, history, learning, campfire cooking, Calvinist Cadets, and spiritual gain.
My Topics
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What do you hear? November 11, 2011 |
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Through the looking glass... June 24, 2011 |
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Time for an alternative option for Elder delegates to Synod? March 26, 2011 |
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[Q&A] Should we still practice "mutual censure" at Classis meetings? November 29, 2011 |
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[Q&A] Where can I find information about a Classis Prayer Coordinator? November 23, 2011 |
My Comments
Bishops or Barnabas? Sure there are those who are employed formally or informally, embraced graciously or accepted reluctantly for their work and ideas within the Classis. ...
The idea of "mutual censure" for Classis is still evolving, and since nearly half of our delegates are not repeats, the whole concept will take time to unfold; for the couple of time we...
Henry, thanks for joining this thread regarding Art. 17!
Now herein lies a problem that "voices a load"-
Where is the dedication to ministry, successful...
So much to read...so much to contemplate, and shucks- Article 17 takes up such a small place in the Church Order!
Can we "can" 17- no, I don't think so. "...
We have a family reunion scheduled for March. All the members will come together for a meeting, this time in a neutral place in order to feature a friend of one of the members who wrote...