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This two day interactive training will take place in Grand Rapids, MI from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Friday & Saturday, November 8 and 9. Cost: $120 (includes lunch).
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.
Through Bates Place, First CRC of Grand Rapids is making strong connections to community. One way to do that has been through a joint community garden project. Local television covered the work.
If you do not see an existing volunteer opportunity that works for you, we can work with you to create an internship that fits your program and interests. Contact us today!
Throughout the 9 days, you will learn from World Renew staff and experience Honduras’ development initiatives first hand, deepening your own knowledge, perspective, and heart for urban planning.
Is your church looking for an opportunity to develop relationships with Christians around the world? Learn how a Global Church Partnership can help you partner with churches worldwide to further God's Kingdom!
Is your youth group or school group looking for a missions opportunity? World Renew's Global Volunteer Program offers short-term volunteer opportunities year-round.
Is your church hosting Vacation Bible School this summer or are you trying something different as part of your ministry with children? If so, we'd love to hear about it!
I am looking for an organization that is approved by the denomination that is for military personnel. Do you know of any?
What happens when five pastors of established churches decide to get out of their offices?
When Gateway CRC decided to host an Extreme Weather Shelter in their building, staff and volunteers knew there would be a lot to learn. Here are some learnings they wanted to share!
This video resource is a great tool for Deacons and Community Engagement Teams as they educate their church membership on how to be meaningfully involved in community.
Whether you are a deacon looking for ways to connect with community or a team commissioned to do the same, these resources will help you through the planning and programming.
When is a case management program appropriate? This book will help you assess the needs, gifts, calling, and hopes of the participant; develop a Development Covenant between mentor and participant; and follow up and evaluate the process.
This book will help you determine whether your church programs adequately recognize and utilize the gifts that God has already placed in the people you serve.
I'm looking for recommendations on resources (brochures, flyers, or handouts) for National Adoption Month or anything related to foster care? Or National Right to Human life Sunday in January?
Christmas Eve has the potential to be your church’s biggest day of your year. As you prepare for this special gathering, here are some things to consider.
Are you passionate about young adults and education? Teach English in Mozambique!
Few churches would say they aren’t interested in sharing God’s heart for their community. This workbook provides those tools and resources that will help you imagine your community the way God sees it.
This book will help you learn what your church can do to tackle injustice in your community.
Curious, is your church doing an outreach event related to Halloween or fall? I'd love to hear about it!
This book will help you discover the difference between relief and development ministries, and assess your church’s programs.
How does a church organize neighbors to work together toward their common goals? That is the focus of this workbook.
This workbook will help you understand the role of the church in strengthening community, discover what your church’s reputation is in the neighborhood, and more.
This is a seven-lesson series designed to help participants deepen their biblical understanding of Christian mission and community development.