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Engaging Children in the Rhythms of Rest
Practicing sabbath with children is about enjoying God and his world and taking a break from our busy, scheduled lives.
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September 15, 2020
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Magnetic Jesus
Jesus intends to draw all people to himself. Let's help him!
September 15, 2020
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A Look at a Campus Ministry this Fall
This fall, many colleges find themselves grappling with the impact of COVID-19 and social justice issues. Here's what that looks like at Iowa State University.
September 15, 2020
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Alcohol, Addiction and the CRC Pastor
A conversation with an active Christian Reformed minister about addiction, grace, and how the pressure of life and leadership in COVID makes this the "perfect" time for a problem to come up.
September 15, 2020
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The Narrative of Suicide
September is suicide prevention month. In order to address this epidemic, we need to share our stories. Here is one such story.
September 14, 2020
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The Pivoting Church
The pivoting church is a beautiful thing that will bring with it hope and new opportunities.
September 14, 2020
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Training to Be More Like Jesus
The thought of actually succeeding at spiritual disciplines feels as daunting as competing in an ultramarathon...but the good news is that God meets each of us right where we are.
September 14, 2020
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Meet Winston Visser: Newly-Appointed Catalyzer, Outreach Ministry Developer for Classis Eastern Canada
“Why do we do church in the ways that we do?” The possibilities are as many as the contexts in which we find ourselves.
September 14, 2020
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From Viewer to Disciple
We have more people gathering with us for worship online than we had attending our regular Sunday morning services before the pandemic. It challenged us to ask: Who are these people joining us online?
September 14, 2020
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A Look from a Different Angle
To have a look from a different angle, you must let someone else drive.
September 11, 2020
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What Comes to Your Mind When I Mention Campus Ministry?
Campus ministry has a lasting influence in God’s kingdom, and there’s a lot we can learn from these ministries about mission.
September 10, 2020
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Youth Unlimited Becomes ThereforeGo Ministries
As of Tuesday, September 1, 2020, Youth Unlimited has officially changed its name to ThereforeGo Ministries. Learn more!
September 8, 2020
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Crossroads Discernment Toolkit: Not Just for Hard Times
The Crossroads Discernment Toolkit equips churches for Spirit-led, group-engaged, mission-oriented discernment during seasons when hard questions about mission and identity need to be asked and answered.
September 8, 2020
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Reflecting on Adverse Childhood Experiences and Trauma
Tara Boer’s webinar, Why the ACSs Adverse Childhood Experience Study (ACEs) Matters, is an effective resource to address both awareness and response.
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?
September 8, 2020
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Rising Above the Storm
If you’re interested in serving in mission—or know someone who is—Jessica and Nalini, Resonate Global Mission’s recruitment team, would love to connect and find the perfect opportunity for you.
September 8, 2020
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Meditations of My Heart
Often, we have no idea how our words and actions affect others now or in the future, especially during our school years.
September 8, 2020
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Sheep, Not Superheroes: How Sabbath Helps Us Right-Size
Technology distorts our sense of self . . . but this faith practice can help us realign.
September 8, 2020
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What Do You Mean I Should Take a Nap?
The rhythms of rest that God offers us are life-giving to our soul and to our ministry.
September 3, 2020
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A Denominational Emphasis on Spiritual Practices
CRCNA Executive Director Colin Watson reflects on the need for our denomination to renew our practice of prayer and other spiritual disciplines as we navigate today’s tumultuous times.
September 3, 2020
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How Gathering Online Can Help Your Church Write a New Narrative for Faith Formation
The COVID-19 pandemic presents challenges for church gatherings. But what if it is also presenting us with new opportunities for faith formation?
September 2, 2020
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Jeremiah's Prophetic Words for Justice and Renewal in Our Communities
In our visual culture, the images of anger, murder, sin, and injustice are constantly placed before us, and the challenge for the church is: how will we respond?
August 31, 2020
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Walk This Way
Loving, helping, and healing people take time. And that is what walking gives you.
August 31, 2020
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Clarity, Not Certainty
Here are stories of how two churches prioritized the goal of including children in Sunday morning worship and got creative in this uncertain time.
August 31, 2020
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The Need for Creative Experimentation in All Congregations
How does the church flourish in the context of a creator economy? It engages in creative experimentation, listening to the Holy Spirit’s leading while launching trial and error initiatives.