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The Real Question in the Abortion Debate
This conversation is difficult because of the way the discussion is publicly framed, locked into: “pro-life” vs. “pro-choice.”
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May 17, 2022
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Absurd Generosity
"I think God prefers generosity over charity. Generosity to the point that it may cost us something."
May 10, 2022
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Oh No, I’ve Been Invited to a Talking Circle
A reflection on talking circles, written by Richard Silversmith.
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 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 17, 2022
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Hearts Exchanged at Meadowlands Christian Reformed Church
Syd Hielema shares his journey through Hearts Exchanged so far.
February 3, 2022
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Does Your Church Need a Code of Conduct?
Our denomination has a Code of Conduct. So what?
January 30, 2022
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Inspire 2022 Workshop: Church Between Borders
Church Between Borders is an interactive workshop that sparks thought and discussion for people interested in engaging immigration from a Biblical perspective.
January 27, 2022
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Climate Huddle Conversation With Dr. Katharine Hayhoe
On January 18, the Climate Witness Project hosted a virtual "climate huddle" on Dr. Katharine Hayhoe's new book, Saving Us: A Climate Scientist's Case for Hope and Healing in a Divided World.
January 20, 2022
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Martin Luther King Jr., Compassion Fatigue, and God the Insomniac
“Let us realize that as we struggle for justice and freedom, we have cosmic companionship.”
January 19, 2022
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Inspire 2022 Workshops: Crime, Punishment, and Restorative Justice
These Inspire 2022 sessions are for anyone interested in restorative justice, with best practices for those interested in the fields of corrections, restorative justice, or ministry with victims and perpetrators of criminal acts.
January 16, 2022
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5 Big Questions About the COP26 Climate Change Conference
What was COP26 all about and what comes next for Christians?
January 13, 2022
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Inspire 2022 Workshop: Anti-White Supremacy, White Consciousness, and White Fragility
This Inspire 2022 session will focus on the necessary labor of white people to do the heavy lifting of doing racial justice and anti-white supremacy work.
January 11, 2022
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Inspire 2022 Workshop: Why Creation Care Matters to Christians
Through interactive activities and discussions, participants in this Inspire 2022 session will learn about the scriptural roots of creation care.
November 21, 2021
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What Do Jonny Harris and Pastor Church Resources Have in Common?
Listening. It's an art.
October 27, 2021
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Changing The River Course
Today for Indigenous people, the water is roaring!
September 13, 2021
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Churches Leading the Way in Clean Energy
One way churches have invested in clean energy is by adding solar to their buildings! Here’s how several of our partner congregations have done this.
September 7, 2021
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Power of Voice, Fair Process, Just Process, and Restorative Practices
I believe that being heard, listened to, and given an opportunity to share your voice is fundamental to being an image bearer of God.
August 31, 2021
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Advocacy in Action: Behind the Scenes of Legislative Meetings
Across the country, people of faith met with elected officials with specific legislative asks. Advocates were recently trained at a climate-based session!
August 11, 2021
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Laughing Ceremony for the Soul
Ministering that has substance includes love and compassion, a listening ear, prayers, and laughter.
June 18, 2021
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Interfaith Urgency: Processing the June 6 Tragedy in London, ON
In processing the tragic event in London, Ontario on June 6, it is important to focus on Muslim-Christian relations and lament with and pray for our Muslim friends and neighbors.
June 4, 2021
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Creation Care & Church Grounds: Four Ways to be a Faithful Steward
The church building and its associated grounds are the most visible part of the church in the community. How those grounds are maintained reflect the congregation's emphasis on creation stewardship.
April 28, 2021
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Are Online Meat and Veggies a Good Idea?
Regional Organizer Barry Meyer reviews three food delivery services that can help the environment!
April 26, 2021
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Justice Journeys: Gary Mulder Reflects on Advocacy
The CRC justice ministries celebrate the volunteer work of Gary Mulder, a representative for the Office of Social Justice in Washington D.C. over the past twelve years.
April 26, 2021
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Diaspora
From Indigenous columnist Richard Silversmith. "As in the Jewish exile to Babylon, the Indigenous experience, ‘diaspora,’ carries a sense of betrayal, of broken treaties, loss of lands and culture."