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Nudged by the Spirit or Science?
I assumed the Spirit had lovingly and wisely directed my steps. But was it the Spirit? Perhaps it was something else, maybe even science?
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March 16, 2022
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Jesus' Family Thought He Was Crazy Too
The family may be the most challenging place to witness Jesus.
March 16, 2022
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What's in a Name? The Meeting House and Abuse of Power
The fall of another church leader provokes introspection about our own efforts to prevent abuse in our churches.
March 15, 2022
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The Gift of Grandparenting
I remember walking into a dorm room filled with worried, crying young women and my granddaughter said, “This is my grandma. She’s a prayer warrior.”
March 14, 2022
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Canadian Prison Ministry Seeks Passionate Volunteers
Crossroads for Prisoners Canada is looking for compassionate mentors and experienced board members. Please consider this opportunity to “remember those in prison” (Hebrews 13:3).
March 14, 2022
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Champions of Justice - Sandra Williams
A new way of seeing racial justice is central to the survival and advancement of the church, and it will also be critical to the way the world bears witness to the Scriptures.
March 8, 2022
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Talking About Human Sexuality With Love
Thinking specifically about the Human Sexuality Report, would any of us be willing to offer our backs, tongues, mouths, and bodies for a specific definition of marriage?
March 3, 2022
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Reaching the Nones, Dones, Wanderers, and Ghosts Post-Pandemic
It is widely acknowledged that young people are leaving the church or choosing to practice their faith outside of a faith community. Exploring a report on the topic, we reflect on three trends and how churches can respond.
March 3, 2022
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Meet Scholarship Recipient: Sam Ha
The Office of Race Relations is privileged to introduce you to Neulsaem “Sam” Ha. Read his brief biography and some of his thoughts on the importance of social justice.
March 1, 2022
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Chaplaincy and Care Director's Note March 2022
Tim Rietkerk, Director of Chaplaincy and Care, talks about the role of accountability in chaplaincy.
February 28, 2022
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New Faces in Chaplaincy: March 2022
Join us in welcoming Nathaniel Schmidt as an endorsed chaplain for the Christian Reformed Church. Find out more about him and where he is serving.
February 28, 2022
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Loving Our Neighbor: A Net Zero Lent Challenge
Looking for a way to serve this Lent? Work on reducing your own carbon footprint.
February 28, 2022
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White Reflections on Black History Month - Al Mulder
"One of the most important things for us as white people to learn is that our reality is not everybody’s reality."
February 26, 2022
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“Unknown God Altars,” “Indigenous Religion”, and “Anonymous Christians”
In this article, I will examine how a few contemporary mission thinkers have appealed to the altar to the unknown God in Acts 17:23.
February 24, 2022
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Engage With the Office of Social Justice and Centre for Public Dialogue at Inspire 2022
We will be at Inspire 2022, hosting workshops on creation care, immigration, diversity, justice and advocacy, and more. Join us!
February 23, 2022
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Inspire 2022 Workshop: Understanding the Indigenous Believer
What does it mean to be a North America Indigenous Christian? Or do we omit the Indigenous part and accept that we are all children of God?
February 23, 2022
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Discerning God's Will for the Future (Hint: It's Not Hiding in a Treasure Chest)
Is your church trying to figure out its future? Mine is! We often talk about God's will as if it's a treasure chest we simply need to discover. But discernment doesn't work that way.
February 22, 2022
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Barnabas Foundation’s Newest Planning Attorney
Barnabas Foundation welcomes Lindsay Canan, J.D., as the newest member of its national team of planning attorneys.
February 21, 2022
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Is It Okay if Your Church Lives Paycheck to Paycheck?
Every financial guru promotes strategies to skip the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck. So, why do churches get to ignore this?
February 17, 2022
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How to Evaluate Overtures
A starting list of questions that can help in evaluating overtures.
February 17, 2022
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California Dreaming
A trip to LA produced bright and insightful conversations with emerging CRC leaders that far outshined the weather.
February 17, 2022
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Hearts Exchanged at Meadowlands Christian Reformed Church
Syd Hielema shares his journey through Hearts Exchanged so far.
February 17, 2022
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Champions of Justice - Enrique and Febe Gomez
The Office of Race Relations is featuring stories of people who have been humbly displaying distinguished leadership in diversity and racial justice work within the CRC. Read about Enrique and Febe Gomez in this article.
February 17, 2022
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White Reflections on Black History Month - Louise Wing
“I am still in the infancy of my journey to learn more.”
February 15, 2022
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Is Congregational Worship an Endangered Species?
Is in-person congregational worship now an endangered species? If so, is it worth saving?