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Lifestyle Standards for Volunteers?
Have any churches implemented "lifestyle standards" for volunteers?
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October 21, 2020
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Living the Call - Servant Leadership (October 2020)
Look inside for updates from the Candidacy Committee, Chaplaincy and Care Ministry, Pastor Church Resources, and Raise Up Global Ministries.
October 20, 2020
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Why CRC Pastors Struggle in Pandemics (There's No Time to Form a Study Committee)
Swiftly changing pandemic circumstances forced many CRC pastors into a pace of decision-making that stretched them out of their comfort zone. Here’s why that might be and what you might do about it.
October 13, 2020
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Ministry on a Human Scale
Listen in on Reverend Mandy Smith’s story of learning to boast in weakness and join the conversation as we reimagine how we can minister as, and to, humans.
October 8, 2020
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Stop, Look, and Listen: Attentiveness in a COVID-Shaped World
In a season where distractions are everywhere for pastors and leaders, our need to practice the spiritual discipline of attentiveness is critical.
October 5, 2020
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Cynefin at Work in One Congregation
A story of how one congregation used a decision making framework to help them find a bit of clarity for their decisions in a ministry world turned upside down.
October 5, 2020
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Planning In An Unplannable Season
We may not be able to provide much certainty for our congregations right now, but here’s a tool that could help provide a way to develop clarity in this time of high unpredictability.
September 25, 2020
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Pastors: Is It Time for Continuing Education?
Wouldn’t it be nice to take some time for your learning and growth over the winter? To set yourself up for that possibility a season from now, consider applying for Continuing Education grant soon.
September 23, 2020
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Your Church Council: The Nucleus of Renewal?
In Charles Olson's book, Transforming Church Boards into Communities of Spiritual Leaders, he asks: what if there is another way of looking at the work of the church council?
September 8, 2020
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Why Is Integrity in Leadership So Hard To Find Today?
Samuel was a prime biblical example of a man of integrity. He led the nation of Israel without ever compromising his integrity. Why does it seem to be more difficult for us?
August 25, 2020
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Proven Practices for Those Who Lead Teams That Flourish
Memo to pastors who lead teams: those dedicated people who serve on your church staff are not just there to help YOU succeed!
August 23, 2020
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New! "Bible Overview" Online Learning Resource
Calvin Seminary Professor Sarah Schreiber has just completed work on a basic Bible Overview online learning resource. Learn more!
August 21, 2020
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Is Your Ministry Team Just Managing or Flourishing?
Everyone on your staff loves Jesus and feels called to ministry. So why is your team experience so uninspiring?
July 27, 2020
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The Simple Distinction That Changed Everything for My Ministry
After 5 minutes of reading, my ministry paradigm was shattered. Transformation flows from long term relationships and processes.
July 23, 2020
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Church Now Conversation: Kara Powell
The August Church Now Conversation features Kara Powell. Named by Christianity Today as one of “50 Women to Watch,” Kara is coauthor of Growing Young (2016).
July 15, 2020
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Practical Practices for Dismantling Racism
The work of racism is so complex that people would rather not talk about it until it's too late. Here are some practical tools to engage the conversation.
July 1, 2020
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Church Now Conversation With Ed Stetzer
In the first of the Church Now conversations, Ed Stetzer spoke about the church’s response to COVID-19 and the killing of George Floyd.
June 30, 2020
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Courage to Open Our Eyes
I honestly have no idea how Lewis Smedes’ memoir My God and I made its way to my bookshelf. I was about to put it on the donate pile but figured I’d read it first. I’m so glad I did.
June 3, 2020
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Don’t Miss Church Now Conversations
Church Now Conversations offer an opportunity to reflect on how to live in our present days and help the local church take fresh steps in ministry and mission in the midst of difficult times.
May 27, 2020
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The Healthy Church Discernment Process: A Journey to Congregational Vitality
God has a place for congregations in the kingdom that He is revealing. Here's how to gain clarity on how well your congregation is living into that mission.
May 17, 2020
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Christian Witness and Ministry in a COVID-Shaped World
This summer, Calvin Seminary is offering 23 online courses intended to help you adapt your ministry in the context of COVID-19.
May 12, 2020
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10 Ways for Men and Women Thriving in Ministry Together
When men and women desire to thrive in ministry, they must be intentional about serving together in life-giving ways.
May 7, 2020
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Make a Decision!
When a decision about the future must be made, but information about the future is scarce, what's a church council to do? Here is some advice for getting through this leadership challenge.
May 4, 2020
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Loving Your Neighbor in the COVID-19 Pandemic
This manual was designed to equip families and individuals to serve the most vulnerable and demonstrate love for neighbors in practical ways.
April 29, 2020
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Gender Dynamics in Church Leadership (Shared Leadership)
If you would like to create a culture of flourishing, where men and women are working in shared leadership roles, there are some gender dynamics we should consider.