From golf ministry to moving into your church neighborhood, let's discuss how churches can engage.
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For the majority of their day, people experiencing homelessness are not welcomed anywhere. They are ignored, abused. Here at the Commons, we are trying to change that.
Young adults (18 to 29) from CRC affiliated congregations/ministries that are located within 50 km of a reserve/Friendship Centre are invited to apply!
The World Renew Honduras team is looking for someone to assist with marketing, communications and promotional activities.
Even in the midst of wheelchairs and twisted ribbons and broken zippers, each friend shows such honesty and humour. They lift my spirits each week!
A study shows that 57% of Americans said they would likely attend church at Christmas if someone invited them. But how do we reach the people who said they wouldn't?
Is your church struggling with what it means to share the gospel in your local community? Take heart. There's no silver bullet in mission, but here's some encouragement and advice.
Bates Place Neighbors is the community center through which First CRC in Grand Rapids is building relationships with neighbors. This newsletter is a great example of how it is done and how progress is being made.
World Renew is seeking trained, highly experienced volunteers (management professionals) to serve as International Relief Managers with our International Disaster Response team.
More churches in hurricane-prone locations are standing in as storm shelters. Yet many aren’t prepared to protect their own property or members.
Do you have an interest in Global Relations? This position will provide support to World Renew’s Global Relations program in Uganda and have direct influence over the success of the program.
Here's a review of Brian Fikkert and Kelly M. Kapic's recent book, A Field Guide To Becoming Whole. The book and field guide are helpful in understanding where traditional responses to poverty have missed the mark.
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).
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!
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?