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Let's Talk Sermons
Is your church in the middle of a sermon series or getting ready to start a new one this fall? If so, what is the topic?
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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 25, 2019
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What Do You Wish You Had Known When You Were First Installed?
I've been wanting elders and deacons to weigh in on this question: What do you wish you had known when you were first installed in office?
July 23, 2019
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Instead of Church
What if we did church differently? As a searching CRC member, here are some ideas I want to throw out there.
July 18, 2019
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Electronic Giving and YOUR Church
How can churches ensure that their members are given the opportunity to support the church's ministries in ways that are accessible and readily available?
July 15, 2019
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Reflecting on the Call to Deacons
In the context of today's world the mandate of mercy and justice that is at the heart of the call on the office of deacon is both profound and challenging. We need to keep the call in front of us as deacons to continue to live into it more fully
July 9, 2019
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Futurist Seeks CRC input
Tom Sine, Christian author and futurist, has a list of questions for a new book he is writing. Help him with his research by answering his questions.
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 12, 2019
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Hosting VBS or Something Different This Year? Tell Us About It
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!
June 11, 2019
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Supporting Women and Ethnic Minority Leaders in the Pastoral Call Process
No one responded to our post. What does "no response" mean? Was there a better way to communicate our need to hear from individuals and churches on Supporting Women and Ethnic Minority Leaders in the Pastoral Call Process?
June 11, 2019
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Pastors Who Grieve While in Ministry
A year ago, in a conversation with a regional pastor, I was led to think seriously again about pastors who experience significant loss while in ministry.
June 11, 2019
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How Is Your Church Involved in Mission?
How is your church spreading the gospel in your community and throughout the globe?
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!
June 4, 2019
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Canadian National Gathering Takes Place in Edmonton, Alberta
Representatives from congregations across Canada gathered May 24-26 to discern, discuss, and dream about where God is leading the CRC. Get a sense of the event via this CRC News article.
May 22, 2019
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Church Websites
List your church website for others to look at. Get inspiration from others, while also inspiring other church communicators!
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?
May 7, 2019
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How Does Your Church Share Prayer Requests?
How does your church share prayer requests and praises?
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 23, 2019
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Best Practices for Operational Oversight and Staff Salaries?
What does ‘operational oversight’ look like among the ministry staff in your congregation? How do you decide the salary for any given position?
April 11, 2019
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How Should Public Prayer Be Conducted?
Should a prayer accommodate those of other faiths? If so, how? Who should lead a prayer?
April 11, 2019
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Has Your Church Restructured Your Governance Model?
Some churches have begun restructuring their Church Council to allow for better communication, more collaboration, and increased effectiveness. Has your church done this recently? We'd love to hear about it!
April 10, 2019
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What Ways Are You Supporting Women in Leadership?
I would like your input about ways you, churches, and/or classes support women leaders and ordained women to share with Calvin Seminary students.
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?
April 8, 2019
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What Is Contextualization? How Does It Work in the CRCNA?
Behind the scenes of the more visible work of the church is the question, “How do we relate to the realities around us?” A related question is, "What difference does the timeless Gospel make in the time and place where we find ourselves?"
April 3, 2019
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What Books Are You Reading in 2019?
Network readers! I'd love to know: What books have you been reading recently? What books are you hoping to read? Leave a comment and be entered in a fun giveaway.