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Hermeneutics 101
Our Biblical Interpretation class looked at 20 popular statements. Can you detect anything wrong with them?
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August 12, 2021
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CRCNA Stance on Religious Exemptions for Vaccination
The CRCNA denominational offices have been asked about Religious Exemption requests for those wanting to be exempt from what may be required vaccinations by various institutions.
October 20, 2020
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Same-Sex Marriage Resources and Church Order History for CRCNA
How Christians should regard same-sex marriage is a significant conversation for the CRCNA, and it is a conversation with a lot of history already. Here I share some of that history.
January 6, 2020
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Three Words Affecting the Church in the New Decade
As we enter the decade of the new “roaring 20’s” many new words will find currency in our society. This piece looks at wokeness, virtue signalling, and intersectionality.
August 7, 2019
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Inspire 2019 in Three Words
Were you at Inspire 2019? If so, what three words would you use to describe the event?
July 9, 2019
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CRCNA Decision to De-emphasize Second Sunday Worship Service
Tongue in cheek, I ask: Are pastors looking to ease up on the duties of their vocation? Are we drifting away from the faith of our fathers?
June 11, 2019
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Looking for Female Roommate at Inspire 2019
I've noted that the hotels have 2 beds. I would like to share a room and split the cost. Let me know if interested!
May 14, 2019
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‘Palestine’ and Overture 6: Ten Questions to Consider
How will delegates to Synod 2019 theologically deliberate on overture #6?
April 30, 2019
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Let's Discuss "Reimagining Ministry Shares"
The Agenda for Synod 2019 contains a well thought out proposal for reimagining ministry shares. A wider discussion via this forum will help many members to better understand what is being proposed starting in 2020.
March 18, 2019
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Does History Repeat Itself? The Social Gospel of the 1920s and Current Social Justice Advocacy
In an article in World Magazine, Scott Allen examines what he thinks is a repeat of the social gospel movement in the 1920s.
January 22, 2019
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Concerns on Our Ecumenical Trajectory
Is our Christian Unity to be found in Gospel or prudential political commitment?
June 6, 2018
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Are You a Deacon Attending Synod this Year?
Are you a deacon attending Synod this year? We'd love to hear from you!
June 3, 2018
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Franklin Graham as a Model on Clergy Involvement in Politics
If Graham is the model of political correctness, then I say to CRC clergy and members, "Say whatever you want. It is ok." Right?
May 31, 2018
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Franklin Graham Gets Political at a Prayer Rally
This past week (May 29) Franklin Graham was in Fresno, CA, conducting a so-called prayer rally. He urged Christians to pray for politicians. But he became political when he said California was in trouble.
May 30, 2018
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Canadian Commentary on Synod: Faith, Politics, Church, Justice
This post offers a link to four articles by Canadian writers on the upcoming synod of the CRCNA. The post also includes a conversation between Rev. Paul VanderKlay and Rev. Andrew Beunk.
May 29, 2018
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Communication to Synod - Let's Discuss
I invite your feedback and discussion on the important topic of church life with regards to public life and engagement. Please read the letter below, sent by the Board of Kanata Community CRC.
May 9, 2018
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Social Justice Overtures #12; #13; #14
This Open Letter suggests that closing the Office of Social Justice misses the mark. What divides us is not the channels by which the denomination speaks to government and addresses politics. No, we divide on topics and what should be said.
June 20, 2017
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Synod 2017 "Post-Game Show"
Sometimes people joke that watching Synod via the live stream is like watching a sporting event without the commentators. In the spirit of that, I created a post-game show for Synod 2017. I'd love to hear what you think.
March 15, 2017
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Did You Submit an Overture to Synod 2017?
Today is the deadline for overtures and communications to Synod 2017. Did your or your church submit something?
December 11, 2016
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Ministry Reports and Organization of Ministries
The Christmas edition of The Banner was in my mail slot this morning. One of the items that immediately struck me was the complexity of our ministries.
June 16, 2016
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Confusing Language of Synod: Is It Generational?
Some of synod's language was beyond my interpretation. Is this a generational thing?
June 13, 2016
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Is the Agenda for Synod Too Long?
During today’s morning session, a delegate stood up and voiced his concerns on the length of reports and amount of reading required to prepare for synod. Should his concern be addressed?
June 10, 2016
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Synod 2016: What Are Your First Impressions?
The first day of synod can be a lot to process! For that reason, we’d love to hear some of your first impressions on opening worship, the election of officers, and more.
June 3, 2016
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Liturgical Forms Committee and the Problem With Public Profession of Faith
As I'm going through the Agenda for Synod 2016, I found the report from the Liturgical Forms Committee is worth our attention. And I'm left wondering. . . what does it mean for belonging in the church?
June 1, 2016
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What's Your 'Three-Word Prayer' for the Same-sex Marriage Discussion?
As delegates, committee members, and the church as a whole prepare to discuss the topic of same-sex marriage, let’s share our short and simple three-word prayers.