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March 8, 2012
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Can unity be established under constraint?

The fifth bullet of the second point in the Belhar states: "that this unity can be established only in freedom and not under constraint;" I am wondering from a theological viewpoint whether this statement is Biblical? It seems to say that God cannot unify under constraint? Or maybe it is we humans who cannot unify under constraint? In either case it seems to me that we are limiting God, either working through His people to unify or directly himself. What am I missing? I think I would be OK if the phrasing said that we must strive to establish this unity in freedom and not under constraint,...
By Brad Van Surksum
CRCNA and Synod
June 10, 2012
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Validating voting members at Synod

How are participants (voting members) of synod validated? Does someone make sure they have signed the form of subscription? And if not (and I understand from an overutre that some members of the CRC are not willing to sign this form) what other procedure is used? Just curious.
By Harry Boessenkool
CRCNA and Synod
June 16, 2012
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What are your thoughts on the Title of Commissioned Pastor?

What are your thoughts on the new title we've been given? During the debate, it was mentioned that we haven't landed on a final solution, but a better one in order to elevate the position. The video is Monday Afternoon from time 33:00-1:02:45 at the following link: http://www.crcna.org/pages/synod_webcast_archive.cfm Would it be totally out of whack to propose a new name already, for Synod 2013's consideration? Just Wondering?
By Richard A. Hill
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February 15, 2019
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Donation to CRCNA Agency?

I am doing research for a large donation to charities. Are there any good, Christian agencies under the CRCNA banner that are just doing the work of Christ in the world, without a political bias?

By Peter Jongsma
CRCNA and Synod
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