Oh No, I’ve Been Invited to a Talking Circle
A reflection on talking circles, written by Richard Silversmith.
Join a conversation about the unique aspects of what it means to be Christian Reformed in Canada. For more information, visit crcna.org/Canada
A reflection on talking circles, written by Richard Silversmith.
The Canadian Indigenous Ministry Committee has collaborated with Cree musician Don Amero to offer a musical Call to Worship along with a spoken introduction for your Sunday service.
In processing the tragic event in London, Ontario on June 6, it is important to focus on Muslim-Christian relations and lament with and pray for our Muslim friends and neighbors.
The church building and its associated grounds are the most visible part of the church in the community. How those grounds are maintained reflect the congregation's emphasis on creation stewardship.
Use this in your personal prayers and in your collective worship services to mourn this latest revelation and the impacts of colonization.
This self-guided book club is perfect for your existing small group or gathering. Based on Thomas King's The Inconvenient Indian we provide discussion questions and speakers via video to guide your group.
Contemplate the art series "The Creator's Sacrifice" alongside scripture, prayer, and meditation throughout Holy Week.
Mosaic Church in Vancouver is centered around building transformational community among the marginalized. The pandemic has disproportionately affected their church.
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.
Contacting elected officials may be daunting, but sharing your well-informed opinion can make a real difference on the justice issues that you care about, and can bring about long-term changes to unjust systems.
This post links to a CRC News story about changes that were made in federal government of Canada thanks, in part, to the advocacy efforts of Canadian Christians.
We've made commitments throughout the years as a denomination to turn away from the sins of colonization and dehumanization and towards a better way of walking together, in respect of our treaties and Indigenous rights.
In 2016, Synod repudiated the Doctrine of Discovery and the concept of ‘terra nullius’ as heresies. What does this mean, why does it matter, and how can we live into this commitment to seek reconciled relationships built on respect between Indigenous peoples and other inhabitants of "Turtle Island"?
March is celebrated as Women's History Month. With this in mind, I wanted to share some books authored by women that have ignited my faith, moved me to action, and helped form my identity in Christ.
The CRCNA Canada Justice & Reconciliation Team is offering a unique learning opportunity. It combines a Blanket Exercise with an info session on the commitments that the CRC has made to Indigenous Justice and Reconciliation.
Some tools and resources for congregations to live out a ministry of reconciliation with our Indigenous neighbours.
In the midst of the growing international tension, followers of Jesus should act as peacemakers. But how can Christians go about making peace in a nuclear age?
The Blanket Exercise is an excellent tool that walks participants through the history of relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people in Canada.
I wanted to make other Christians aware of this and ask specifically for prayer, but also for support for the petition that had been started.
I’m not a political activist and was even a little nervous. But grieving with my Muslim neighbours and taking a stand for peace and justice was important for me in living out my faith.