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NewGround Sunday 2019 Offering Materials
Worship resources have been sent to Canadian churches for the NewGround Offering Sunday (formerly Operation Manna), scheduled for Sunday, May 5, 2019.
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April 9, 2019
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The Great Canadian Pray & Sing
On May 26, 2019, congregations across Canada are invited to join in the "Great Canadian Pray and Sing." Will you pray for them?
April 2, 2019
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Diaconal Ministries Canada Breaks New Ground
We are excited to announce that as of March 1, 2019, the Operation Manna Program was renamed NewGround. Learn more and discover ways to get involved today!
March 13, 2019
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Gathering 2019 Preparation
Please pray that the Spirit will open the eyes and mold the hearts of the gatherers to discern His will as well as the leadership of the CRC in Canada to be able to design ways of implementing what the Spirit is saying to the churches.
February 24, 2019
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Operation Manna Program Gets an Extreme Makeover
The Operation Manna Program of Diaconal Ministries Canada has been helping churches establish vital community ministries across the country for over 35 years. Read our official Press Release regarding big changes coming to the program!
February 24, 2019
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Is it Making a Difference? Gateway Church's Extreme Weather Shelter, Part 3
The Extreme Weather Shelter operated by Gateway Church in Abbotsford, B.C., has offered over 160 individuals a dry place to rest this winter. So, is it making a difference? This is part 3 of this series!
February 15, 2019
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Canada Advocacy Workshop: Faith In Action
Contacting elected officials may be daunting, but sharing your well-informed opinion can make a real difference on the justice issues that you care about, and can bring about long-term changes to unjust systems.
February 5, 2019
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Christian Stewardship Services Seeks Stewardship Consultant in British Columbia
Christian Stewardship Services is looking for a new Stewardship Consultant in BC.
January 23, 2019
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Looking at the 'Renegotiating Faith' Report
In July of 2018, Rick Hiemstra, Lorianne Dueck, and Matthew Blackaby published a report titled Renegotiating Faith. The report was written in response to the 'Hemorrhaging Faith' report on young adults and the church.
January 18, 2019
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Chaplain Stories: Finding Jesus in Ministry
Chaplain Harold Roscher has touched the lives of many, though he often doesn’t get to see how their stories end. Through his work, Jesus operates in small moments, tiny gestures, and tremendous amounts of grace.
January 16, 2019
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Creative Uses of the Bridge App
Are you looking for ways to use effectively the Bridge App? Below are a few creative ways that the Announcements, Watch, and Pray features of the app have used by congregations.
January 2, 2019
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One Year After 'Bridge App' Launch: How's it Going?
It's been over a year since the launch of the Bridge App. As part of my internship with the CRCNA, I had the opportunity to interview a few congregations to see how they are feeling about the app.
December 20, 2018
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Canadian Advocacy Success Story
This post links to a CRC News story about changes that were made in federal government of Canada thanks, in part, to the advocacy efforts of Canadian Christians.
December 19, 2018
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"How Could We Say 'No?'" Gateway CRC Responds to Need for Homeless Shelter
We hope this story inspires churches to trust God and follow Him into their communities, despite the risks and the unknowns.
December 10, 2018
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Why I'm Helping to Plan Another Canadian National Gathering
Event planning is a TON of work. Why would I do this again? The people. The smiles. The service to the denomination and Canadian Ministry. And more.
December 6, 2018
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Join 'Gatherers' to Discuss Future of the Church in Canada
Rather than having “experts” address the questions, it is expected that gatherers will talk about what they see and experience as the new mission of the church.
December 5, 2018
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Advent: A Time of Remembering, A Time of Anticipation (Race Relations Canada Newsletter)
The communal Advent practices of remembering, celebrating, mourning, and anticipating prompt me to consider how those themes have showed up over the last year in the work of racial justice and equity in Canada.
December 4, 2018
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#EducationTogether: Closing the Indigenous Education Gap
The Auditor General reports that 24% of Indigenous students graduate high school, as opposed to the national average of 90%. See how the Christian Reformed Centre for Public Dialogue is responding.
November 21, 2018
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How Do You Choose to Give? World Renew Makes Top 10 of International Charities
The season of Advent is often associated with giving. We give each other gifts at Christmas and often consider ways that we can give back to our communities. How do you choose to give back?
November 14, 2018
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Is Your Church Ready for Legalized Pot?
On October 17, marijuana use became legal across all of Canada. On November 6, Michigan voted to join them (as did Washington, Oregon, Colorado, and Alaska) in legalizing pot. What does this mean for your church?
November 14, 2018
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Looking Forward to the Next Canadian National Gathering
There is something special about getting together with CRC family from across the country, and the 2019 Canadian National Gathering provides the perfect opportunity.
November 2, 2018
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Faith Groups in Canada Unite Their Voices About Rohingya Crisis
On November 2, 2018, faith groups across Canada -- including the Christian Reformed Church in North America -- united their voices in an appeal to the people of Myanmar to "seek justice and reconciliation."
October 17, 2018
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Seeking Advice From Canadian Churches on Opening Our Doors Free of Charge
Our church policy (based on complying with Revenue Canada) requires that we charge people to use our facility. We would like to open our doors (free of charge) as a witness in the community. Any idea how to do this?
October 16, 2018
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Youth Justice Initiative Coming in 2019
In 2019, a brand new Youth Justice Initiative will be launched! Teens from across Canada will be encouraged to work with the deacons in their church as they identify an injustice in their community.
October 1, 2018
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We All Have a Part to Play (Race Relations Canada Newsletter)
Apparently both this year and last, my niece has been teased by her classmates because of her beautiful skin tone.