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"How Long, Lord?" Free Advent Devotional
This Advent season, World Renew and the Office of Social Justice invite you, through our email devotions, to join the prophets and all creation “in eager expectation.”
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November 11, 2019
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United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples: Answering Questions, Addressing Misconceptions
This video series address common misconceptions about the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and why implementing the Declaration is so important.
November 5, 2019
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And They Made an Opening
Here's my story of navigating an urban theology through the lens of disability.
November 5, 2019
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Understanding Our Climate Crisis
Climate change has been in the news a lot recently. This lecture series is intended to address questions about what this means for you and your church community.
October 24, 2019
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Dazzling and Cruel Transitions
In this post I explore the tough reality that folks who have slept outside most of their lives face when they get housing. I hope this invites discussion on the role of the church during these sorts of transitions.
October 24, 2019
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Loving People Where They Are At
This short reflection offers a glimpse into the essence of Contextualized Community Care. We spend time with precious people who sleep outside, use drugs, and have to engage in survival sex work.
September 9, 2019
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Dear CRCNA Member, Do You Believe Mark 8:36?
Are we so focused on pursuing the bread that perishes that we neglect the food that endures to eternal life? Let us refocus our energy.
September 4, 2019
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Election Engagement: Questions for Candidates
We’ve put together meaningful questions that we’ll be asking candidates in the upcoming Canadian election. What questions will you be asking?
August 28, 2019
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Justice and Hope Sunday - Slide
This image provides a description of the work of the Center for Public Dialogue. Add this image to any projection or PowerPoint to raise awareness or hold an offering for this ministry.
August 15, 2019
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Does Your Church Compost?
I'm curious if any churches have tried composting? If so, how's it going?
July 25, 2019
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Small Group Video Series on Social Class?
I'm looking for a video series for my small group on understanding people in various classes, including those in poverty. Can you help?
July 17, 2019
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“Immigration is Our Story” Audio Series Concludes With Invitation to Listen, Learn, and Love
To close out the series, the Office of Social Justice invites you to engage deeply in three ways: Listen, Learn, and Love. Use the stories and provided questions for your church's adult education classes.
July 12, 2019
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U.S. Southern Border Crisis Litany
If you’re not sure what to say, or how to say it, when leading a prayer for the children who are still incarcerated in camps at the U.S. southern border, consider these words based on Psalm 28.
July 3, 2019
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Small Group Opportunity, Immigration is Our Story: Listen, Learn, and Love
Gather with a group of family, friends, classmates, or church members to engage with these audio stories through listening, learning, and loving.
June 25, 2019
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Good Conversations on Polarizing Political Issues
How does the church create a safe environment for difficult discussions of both a political and a non-political nature? Some of the following links might provide useful discussion for church groups.
June 18, 2019
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Communication Regarding Overture 8 to Synod 2019
Overture 8 asks Synod 2019 to withdraw two assertions made by Synod 2012 in accepting the Creation Stewardship Task Force. This commentary addresses Overture 8 and concludes that they fail to support the requested actions.
June 10, 2019
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Canadian National Gathering 2019 - Vintage Gospel
The Canadian National Gathering met May 24-26 in Edmonton, Alberta. On Sunday, May 26 they worshiped at Fellowship CRC. Rev. Roy Berkenbosch shared a sermon, entitled "Vintage Gospel", based on John 2:1-11.
June 5, 2019
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Indigenous Ministry Sunday - Song Suggestions
Use this song list to recognize National Indigenous Peoples Day and to deepen your congregations experience of Indigenous Ministry Sunday.
June 4, 2019
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Indigenous Ministry Sunday - Verses and Sermon Starters
Consider using these verses and sermon starters for Indigenous Ministry Sunday.
June 4, 2019
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The CRC and LGBTQ - Part 2
Could the CRC be maneuvered, via our church order and procedural mechanisms, into affirming the LGBTQ agenda?
June 3, 2019
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Prayers for Indigenous Ministry Sunday
These prayers are a resource for Indigenous Ministry Sunday providing an opportunity for everyone in Canada to pray for Indigenous peoples and to celebrate the gifts and richness that Indigenous people bring to life in Canada.
May 29, 2019
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Litanies for Indigenous Ministry Sunday
Each year Christian Reformed churches across Canada recognize National Indigenous Peoples day and celebrate the Indigenous Ministries of the CRC. Here are some litanies for this annual day.
May 8, 2019
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Immigration is Our Story: Series
This is one part of my family’s story, my immigration story - a story that intersects with those of many others and is filled with both hope and hardship.
April 10, 2019
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Living the Call - Mercy and Justice (April 2019)
Look inside for updates from World Renew, Canadian Indigenous Ministries Committee, Centre for Public Dialogue, Disability Concerns, the Office of Social Justice, Race Relations, and Safe Church Ministry
April 2, 2019
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The Deacon's Role In Seeking Biblical Justice
In this newsletter, the role of deacons in exercising their justice mandate is explored. Find helpful links and resources on an area of ministry that is urgent for today's world, but can be daunting to initiate.