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Pilgriming
I read an article last week in which the author posited we should see this new year as a sort of pilgrimage, and I very much like that imagery.
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January 6, 2021
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4 x 4 Leadership Essentials: Hope
To take their congregation on a journey of fresh steps in ministry and mission, pastors need to practice 4 x 4 leadership essentials. The first 4 x4 leadership essential is hope.
December 16, 2020
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This Is Glory? Not in Our Imagination
Isaiah tells us that in Jesus the glory of God will be revealed. But something seems wrong with the glory God reveals.
December 6, 2020
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Attention, Bivocational Pastors!
Financial Shalom seeks to support current or potential bivocational pastors through a new program called the Bivocational Growth Fellowship. Learn more and apply!
December 6, 2020
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Institutional Intelligence
Attached to this post is a chapter-by-chapter summary of the book Institutional Intelligence by Gordon Smith.
November 30, 2020
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A Connections Mindset Kind of Love
Loving our colleagues that we work with each day can happen with little effort. But what about those we’ve never actually met? How do we love them?
November 24, 2020
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Online/Virtual Heidelberg Catechism Class?
Is there a CRC-approved Heidelberg Catechism class that I can take online/virtually?
November 17, 2020
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Why Your Pastor Hates Pandemics (Are You Really Leaving the Church Over Masks?)
Making a difference in people’s lives is a big part of what motivates CRC pastors. What happens when a pandemic strikes and you begin to suspect you haven’t made much of a difference after all?
November 12, 2020
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Healthy Remembering and Resilience: How the Past Can Lead to a Hopeful Future
Individuals and churches in the last third of their lifetime can both benefit from a healthy evaluation of the past.
October 31, 2020
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Making Connections For Ministry
Faith Formation Ministries has tried to embody the Connections Mindset since day one. Read how the team keeps this mindset in the forefront of their work.
October 31, 2020
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Growing Into the Connections Mindset
The Connections Mindset is still a fairly new way of thinking for us, but the shift is well underway. But why did we make this shift anyway?
October 27, 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 21, 2020
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Lifestyle Standards for Volunteers?
Have any churches implemented "lifestyle standards" for volunteers?
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.