https://network.crcna.org/ The Network en Sat, 27 Jul 2024 00:26:37 +0000 Tue, 23 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/sorting-out-synod-2024-chaplains-help-move-forward Synod 2024 laid out a path and timeline to call for compliance for churches and office bearers who disagree with CRC teachings. Tim Rietkerk https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/chaplaincy/sorting-out-synod-2024-chaplains-help-move-forward Tue, 23 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/accessibility/recognizing-image-god-every-body This is the story of an outsider, a man rejected by his community. Zacchaeus was short in stature, a tax collector with great wealth. He was rejected by those around him, reviled for the role he held within society. Becky Jones https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/accessibility/recognizing-image-god-every-body Mon, 22 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/prayer/where-lament I have often wondered if the CRC knows how to lament. Personally, I will admit that I did not learn or use this avenue of prayer. Diane Dykgraaf https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/prayer/where-lament Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/prayer/prayer-coaching-fall-2024-reorienting-yourself-and-your-church What would it look like to be freed from the pressure to have to make church work, to work to have more people to do more programs to fabricate more energy and to do more with less? It's tiring just thinking about it. Jon Hoekema https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/prayer/prayer-coaching-fall-2024-reorienting-yourself-and-your-church Wed, 17 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/worship/general-worship/apply-now-online-worship-leadership-certificate-course-2024-2025 Are you a CRC worship leader, pastor, planner, or team member who would like to study worship at a deeper level but don't have time or resources for a full degree program? Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/worship/general-worship/apply-now-online-worship-leadership-certificate-course-2024-2025 Mon, 15 Jul 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/accessibility/facilities/reflections-accessibility Churches have done a fantastic job making their buildings accessible. Rennie Feddema https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/accessibility/facilities/reflections-accessibility Tue, 09 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/global-coffee-break/tool-your-small-group-be-present-and-intentional As we take a break from some of the regular rhythms of church during the summer, the Global Coffee Break’s Discover Your Bible studies from Resonate Global Mission are tools you can use to help be intentional and present in your community. Resonate Global Mission https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/global-coffee-break/tool-your-small-group-be-present-and-intentional Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/evangelism/metamodern-mood Christianity’s greatest weakness today is its strength.  Rob Golding https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/evangelism/metamodern-mood Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/evangelism/extraordinary-moments-ordinary-days “One day, Peter and John were going up to the Temple at the time of prayer…” —Acts 3.1 Scott Stark https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/evangelism/extraordinary-moments-ordinary-days Wed, 26 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/theology/recognizing-image-god-every-body-part-iii A Retelling of the Story: Jesus Forgives and Heals a Paralyzed Man Becky Jones https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/theology/recognizing-image-god-every-body-part-iii Wed, 19 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/biblical-justice/refugees/crc-world-refugee-day-toolkit-churches The Christian Reformed Church and its members, for decades, have had a longstanding commitment and tradition of welcoming refugees — fellow image bearers of Christ. Our churches and faith are stronger and richer because of this. CRCNA Justice https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/biblical-justice/refugees/crc-world-refugee-day-toolkit-churches Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/evangelism/how-can-we-be-more-present-summer Enneagram. Myers Briggs. Clifton Strengths. As I strive to lean into the second half of John Calvin’s definition of wisdom, known as “knowledge of self,” I find a common theme emerging from these personality tests. I am a future thinker. Brad Meinders https://network.crcna.org/topic/church-strategy-mission/evangelism/how-can-we-be-more-present-summer Thu, 13 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/synod-artwork-meet-artist God With Us.  As Synod begins in the coming days, we are grateful for the many reminders of God's presence with us, through us, in us, and among us. During worship, this artwork will be featured on our slides to guide us visually and encourage our worship. Thrive (CRCNA) https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/synod-artwork-meet-artist Tue, 11 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/finance/contributions/whats-your-legacy-planned-giving-canada Thinking about how we will use our retirement years is closely intertwined with thinking about our legacy. What memories will we leave behind? What lasting things will stay after us? Canadian Ministries https://network.crcna.org/topic/finance/contributions/whats-your-legacy-planned-giving-canada Mon, 10 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-nurture/what-beauty Beauty – we all admire the aesthetic and beautiful in both people and nature, though beauty is in the eye of the beholder they say.  Often, as our young girls strive to look beautiful, they imitate the actresses and models they admire on the “silver screen” or magazine covers.  But yout Linda Roorda https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-nurture/what-beauty Mon, 10 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/2024-denominational-survey As part of the denominational ministry plan, Our Journey , the CRCNA has contracted with DataWise Consulting to administer an annual denominational survey. The results from the 2024 survey have now been compiled. CRC Communications https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/crcna-and-synod/2024-denominational-survey Fri, 07 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/pastors/continuing-education/are-you-thinking-about-retirement Pastors in the later phase of their career look ahead to retirement with both eagerness and trepidation. Here are some of the thoughtful things that we have heard from them over the past few years: Dave Den Haan https://network.crcna.org/topic/leadership/pastors/continuing-education/are-you-thinking-about-retirement Wed, 05 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/childrens-ministry/dwell-curriculum/dwell-leader-trainings-everything-you-need When my son was 3 years old, he turned to me one day at lunch and said matter of factly, “God doesn’t like bad guys.” Immediately I responded that no—God, of course, loves everyone! To which he replied, “But he had David kill Goliath!” Jill Benson https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/childrens-ministry/dwell-curriculum/dwell-leader-trainings-everything-you-need Tue, 04 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/young-adults/life-and-ministry-young-adults-today The young generation – my friends, cousins, and classmates – are leaving the church in record numbers. More of Gen Z don’t identify with any religion, including Christianity, than any generation before.  Sarah https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/young-adults/life-and-ministry-young-adults-today Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-practices/faithfulness-foreign-land-reflections-daniel In the opening chapter of Daniel, we encounter a story that resonates deeply with themes of identity, faith, and resilience. Let's explore the profound lessons we can learn from Daniel and his friends as they navigate life in Babylon. Brian Tarpy https://network.crcna.org/topic/spiritual-formation/faith-practices/faithfulness-foreign-land-reflections-daniel Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000