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Gauging Your Congregation's Health: The Healthy Church Executive Survey
In the conversation about the church health, 22 key questions can provide lots of good information.
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May 14, 2020
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From Restrictions to Precautions: A Classis Letter On Churches Gathering Again
A letter sent by the Classis Georgetown Vision Team supporting churches as they look at gathering again.
May 14, 2020
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CRC Re-Opening Churches Conversation Starters
This "CRC Re-Opening Conversation Starters" serves as a template for churches to begin conversations regarding re-opening.This document was distributed classis-wide in Wisconsin.
May 6, 2020
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Classis COVID-19 Response Coordination Team
A sample of a classis-based COVID-19 response coordination team.
April 29, 2020
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Classis by Video: Technical Edition
Technical advice/observations for a classis that is meeting by video. Some advice might also be applicable to things like congregational meetings.
December 5, 2019
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Deacons at Classis and Synod: From Faraway to Feasible
In this post, we'll talk about the feasibility of attending classis and synod. We'll discus not just the where, but also the when and the how much.
October 30, 2019
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Do I Matter?
In this article, I write about a trend I've seen in my role supporting classis renewal. It’s a trend of feeling like we don’t count, and by “we,” I mean pretty much everyone.
October 23, 2019
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Deacons at Classis & Synod: Moving From Formal to Focused
While classis and synod may seem too formal to some, perhaps there is value in the way they are designed and conducted. Perhaps instead of being too formal, they are actually focused.
September 24, 2019
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Deacons at Classis and Synod: Moving From Foreign to Familiar
Welcoming deacons at Classis and Synod requires paying attention: both to the receiving and to the showing up.
September 6, 2019
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The Four "F" Words Deacons Utter About Classis and Synod
When it comes to deacons at classis and synod, what is your immediate reaction? In our many discussions with deacons (and other ministry leaders), we came to realize this is a pretty hot topic!
August 14, 2019
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Classis Functionaries - Some Basics
Have you ever wondered about the basic structure of our denomination? If so, I wanted to share some of the typical roles you will find in a classis.
July 16, 2019
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Classis by Video
Can classis meetings happen by video? Should they?
June 6, 2019
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Classis as a Worshiping Community
What does it mean for a classis to worship and pray as a community of churches?
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.
April 10, 2019
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Time to Rename Classis?
Last year an overture came to CRC Synod asking for a name change of "classis." What are your thoughts, and if given the chance, what name would you give to classis?
March 26, 2019
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How Can a Church Affiliate With the CRCNA?
Resources have recently been gathered for the process of affiliation of congregations. Please use and share!
February 26, 2019
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For Deacons Feb 2019 - Cooperation at the Regional/Classical Level
This issue of For Deacons looks at the benefits of doing ministry together at a regional or classical level, principles to use, and an example of how Volunteers in Service is making this work in Grand Rapids, MI.
February 19, 2019
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A Classis Resource for Church Planting
Resonate Global Mission and Pastor Church Resources have compiled a resource to assist classes, as well as parent churches and church planters, in their church planting efforts.
February 12, 2019
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Living the Call - Global Mission (February 2019)
Living the Call is a newsletter produced by the Christian Reformed Church in North America and gives a brief overview of the work of the Christian Reformed Church.
January 24, 2019
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How Do Your Deacons Collaborate Locally or Regionally?
The CRCNA has a strong history of deacons working together at a classis or regional level. New models of cooperation continue to emerge. What does this look like at your church?
January 16, 2019
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CRCNA Youth Ministry Newsletter - Jan 2019
This newsletter includes a reflection on the local church, contact info for local Youth Ministry Champions, information on Inspire 2019, practical resources, and more.
January 15, 2019
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Online Orientation for Deacons
An online and/or downloadable presentation that serves as an orientation and training resource for deacons.
December 18, 2018
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A New Approach for Church Visiting (Process Guide)
This guide emerges from a renewal-orientation for church visiting and features the executive version of the survey used in the Healthy Church Discernment Process. Discover this coaching and encouraging approach!
July 17, 2018
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Council Discussion Guide about Church Planting
The Classis Chatham Church Planting Team developed a questionnaire to spark discussion about our Classis' next church plant. Feedback showed this instigated good discussions about the congregation's mission and revealed some congregations that are eager to support a church plant.
May 12, 2018
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Top 5 Ways to Engage With Your Classis Youth Ministry Champion
A few years ago, Syd Hielema and I had an idea that each classis would have a least one Youth Ministry Champion. This podcast looks at the many places of engagement churches, classis, and youth ministry leaders can have with these Champions.