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Broken Beauty
Recently I read about the Japanese artform of Kintsugi (golden joinery), or Kintsukuroi (golden repair). Typically, the broken vessel becomes even more beautiful. . .
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October 26, 2020
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Pastors, How to Interview Your Next Church
The calling process can be lengthy for pastors. Yet, after many interviews and meetings, some pastors realize most of what they know of the church comes from just a handful of members. That’s not enough.
October 26, 2020
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Growing Projects: A Unique Way To Be Part of the Solution To World Hunger
As our attention turns to World Hunger Sunday, we invite our U.S. churches to consider starting a Growing Project with Growing Hope Globally!
October 25, 2020
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10 Ways to Connect With the Girls In Your Church
Connecting with girls during COVID may not be easy, but it’s never mattered more! Here are 10 small ways to make a big difference in the life of a girl.
October 22, 2020
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25 Years After ‘Flood’ - What Do You Recall?
Just for some fun reminiscing, share your thoughts on music you remember from 25 years ago when the Jars of Clay debuted and Christian Contemporary Music (CCM) was a frequently used term.
October 21, 2020
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A Discernment Toolkit With Many Options for Many Seasons and Many Churches
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.
October 20, 2020
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Why CRC Pastors Struggle in Pandemics (There's No Time to Form a Study Committee)
Swiftly changing pandemic circumstances forced many CRC pastors into a pace of decision-making that stretched them out of their comfort zone. Here’s why that might be and what you might do about it.
October 20, 2020
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Chaplaincy and Care Director's Note October 2020
The Director of Chaplaincy and Care reflects on the wonderful whirlwind of the past two months of ministry, highlighted by the annual Chaplains (virtual) training in September, and looks to what lies ahead.
October 20, 2020
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Disability Concerns Book Clubs Announced!
Disability Concerns will be hosting two book clubs: one in November and one in the new year. Join us!
October 19, 2020
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Take My Sermon Challenge
Could you or would you ever compose and preach this sermon? "Jesus Is the Key to Your Financial Success."
October 16, 2020
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Bridge App Allows Churches to Cope With Pandemic Challenges
Local churches are utilizing The Bridge App for live-streaming services, accepting offerings, and managing and tracking attendance.
October 15, 2020
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New Face in Chaplaincy - Hernan Zapata-Thomack (October 2020)
Hernan Zapata-Thomack has lived on 3 continents, in 20 different countries, has studied in 5 languages, and speaks 2 other languages. Read about his amazing journey, pilgrimage, and religious peregrination.
October 15, 2020
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New Face in Chaplaincy - Daniel Munchul Kim (October 2020)
Daniel Munchul Kim has served for over 20 years as a Christian Reformed Minister serving a variety of churches and chaplaincy. Read his personal story and thoughts on serving as a chaplain.
October 14, 2020
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"Who Do You Say That I Am?"
What is the most important question we must answer?
October 14, 2020
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Defining Neighbour
In this devotional, Harold Roscher calls us to reflect on the question: Who is my neighbour?
October 13, 2020
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Pastor Support Group in the Age of COVID
Since early in the days of COVID-19, a group of pastors in Classis BC Southeast has met every other week over Zoom to trouble-shoot challenges and encourage creativity in faithful ministry.
October 12, 2020
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“Sorry To See You Go”: What Unsubscribing Has Taught Me About Church Emails
As the writer of my church’s mass emails, I try to be attentive to what value these emails offer to those who read them. Here are some things I've learned.
October 12, 2020
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CRC Pastor of the Decade
This post is my nomination for Rev. Ken Koeman as the “CRC Pastor of the Decade Award” winner. I know, we don’t have such an award.
October 8, 2020
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Figuring Out God in the 21st Century: Deep Roots or New Path?
How do we see God in light of the crises that surround us? Do you look back to find him or look somewhere else?
October 8, 2020
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Helping Children in Your Ministry Express Gratitude
Forming faith practices with children takes intentionality, and practicing gratitude with children provides the opportunity to express thanks to God for his love and goodness.
October 8, 2020
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Stop, Look, and Listen: Attentiveness in a COVID-Shaped World
In a season where distractions are everywhere for pastors and leaders, our need to practice the spiritual discipline of attentiveness is critical.
October 5, 2020
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Pastors, Here's How the CRCNA Can Help You Find Your Next Call
This article for pastors highlights how the denomination can help them discern their call and connect with ministry opportunities.
October 5, 2020
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Cynefin at Work in One Congregation
A story of how one congregation used a decision making framework to help them find a bit of clarity for their decisions in a ministry world turned upside down.
October 5, 2020
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Planning In An Unplannable Season
We may not be able to provide much certainty for our congregations right now, but here’s a tool that could help provide a way to develop clarity in this time of high unpredictability.
October 5, 2020
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Faith at Home . . . Together
How one church is helping members connect daily through a faith formation activity, even in the midst of a pandemic.