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Why Are Young People Leaving the Church?
As a millennial who works with millennials, I sometimes get asked why young people are leaving the church in North America and what churches can do about it.
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October 9, 2019
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Volunteer Opportunity: International Relief Managers
World Renew is seeking trained, highly experienced volunteers (management professionals) to serve as International Relief Managers with our International Disaster Response team.
October 9, 2019
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Women in Ministry: Being Who God Called Me to Be
Living overseas, far from all that is familiar, has not been the hardest thread in my story. The hardest thread was when I heard the Holy Spirit intently whispering, “Go to seminary.”
October 6, 2019
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Mission Trip Travel Safety
Are you or members of your congregation planning a mission trip overseas? If so, here are some safety precautions to keep in mind. Note: these also apply for personal travel and international vacations.
October 1, 2019
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Does Africa Need More Bible Colleges?
I'd like to suggest that, in many regions, starting more Bible colleges is not the most helpful approach, and in some cases it might actually hinder us from achieving our goal of educating more African pastors.
September 24, 2019
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Global Relations Associate Intern
Do you have an interest in Global Relations? This position will provide support to World Renew’s Global Relations program in Uganda and have direct influence over the success of the program.
September 9, 2019
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Getting to Know the CRC's First International Missionary
It has been 100 years since the CRC’s first overseas missionary left for the field. Johanna Veenstra was a 25-year-old woman who left everything she knew back home in New Jersey and followed God’s call into the unknown.
September 5, 2019
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“Random” Strangers
What if we could see our outreach initiatives through the eyes of a child?
September 5, 2019
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Cross-Cultural Training Opportunity Sept 20-21
Are you exploring a future in missions or international development? Do you want to serve wisely in your own community? World Renew is offering a cross-cultural training on Sept. 20-21 in our Burlington office.
August 28, 2019
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10 Things Church Planters Want You to Know About Church Planting
What should we know about church plants so the CRC can work better together to spread the gospel and disciple believers in our communities? Church planters shared these 10 insights.
August 21, 2019
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27 Mission-Related Worship Songs
Is your church planning a mission emphasis service or event? Here's a list of mission-focused worship songs.
August 13, 2019
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Decoding Missionary Newsletters
Before moving overseas, I read newsletters of cross cultural workers and thought something along the lines of Well, that’s interesting. Now that I live overseas, I realize newsletters are filled with code words.
July 24, 2019
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90% Retention Rate or 90% Attrition Rate? Doctrine Matters
What kind of theology is behind the way you and I do outreach?
July 11, 2019
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Sending or Receiving?
Do you remember, like me, sending Bibles in other languages to churches around the world? Today, the tables have turned and now many in the church see North America as the mission field.
July 2, 2019
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10 Misconceptions About Being a Missionary
God’s mission is in all sectors. He needs teachers, engineers, biologists, accountants, and communicators too.
June 25, 2019
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Bucket-Filling Moments
Our Circle of Friends groups are now keenly aware of the invisible buckets that float above our heads each day. Good friends learn how to pay close attention to those mysterious floating buckets.
June 18, 2019
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Being Present in the Community
Evangelism is usually a long, slow process, one that involves removing a lot of rocks—misconceptions or stereotypes—before even planting seeds.
June 13, 2019
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Getting the Feel of It
I’ve learned through experience that feelings are important, but not always trustworthy. If I’d have let my feelings guide me, I’d never have gone to Africa.
June 11, 2019
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How Is Your Church Involved in Mission?
How is your church spreading the gospel in your community and throughout the globe?
June 10, 2019
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How Important Is a Church?
We cannot be the hands and feet of Christ to the world without being connected to the body of Christ.
June 5, 2019
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Diaspora Ministry
Introducing Resonate's diaspora ministry initiative and our Montreal consultation.
June 5, 2019
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The More Complete Story of the Reluctant Missionary
In the May issue of The Banner, a feature article tells the story of Ken Lee, a Christian Reformed missionary to Japan. These are the untold details.
May 21, 2019
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Discussing Ministry in an Interfaith World at Inspire 2019
How do we share the gospel with our neighbors of different faith traditions? Interfaith ministry leaders will be leading workshops on this important topic at Inspire 2019. Check them out!
May 14, 2019
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A Prayer for Mission
God has been changing this world through the mission work of the CRC for more than 125 years. Join us in this prayer adapted from The Worship Sourcebook celebrating God's mission of building his kingdom on Earth.
May 14, 2019
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Discover Cambodia 2019 Tour
Join the World Renew team in Cambodia from October 31 to November 11, 2019. Enjoy an authentic cultural experience as you learn about Cambodian history and traditions and engage in the work of World Renew.