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New Discover Mark: July Release
A newly revised Discover Mark will be released in July 2018.
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June 21, 2018
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Sunlight Discover Your Bible Training
In early June, Sunlight Community Church in Port St. Lucie, FL, graciously hosted a Discover Your Bible training. More and more churches are being introduced to the discovery method and materials that were first developed and designed by Coffee Break.
June 21, 2018
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The Reason Your New Process Won't Work
Having a communications tool for your staff is essential because collaborating without a system, process, or tool is complicated and inefficient. Before choosing a tool, ask yourself (and your team) these questions.
June 20, 2018
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When God Ruins Your Expectations With His Perfect Plan
I don’t need to be a Brewmaster Pastor in order to drum-up some controversial grass-roots community of believers doing something radically cool. As a believer and follower of Jesus Christ, I’m already radical.
June 19, 2018
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When Grief Overwhelms
Sometimes we’re at a loss for words and don’t know what to say to the grieving. We want to say the right words to bring comfort. Yet, often the less said the better.
June 19, 2018
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Synod Has Spoken — Are We Listening?
Safe Church issues received a lot of time at Synod 2018. What will the recommendations that were adopted mean for your classis, your congregation, and you?
June 19, 2018
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Sending Missionaries in Ways 'Worthy of God'
This list is intended to help churches reflect on practical ways to provide support to the bodies, souls, and spirits of the missionaries that they send out.
June 19, 2018
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Deacons at Classis & Synod: Why It’s Not Just “Another” Meeting
Our greatest hope for deacons (and all council members really) is that they will see these larger gatherings as much more than just ‘another meeting.’
June 18, 2018
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The Drawing of Jesus Hides a Big Stain
I’m more comfortable with answers than questions, authority than weakness, and qualification by academic degree than qualification by suffering. But I’m learning that effectiveness in chaplaincy requires me to walk into the circle of my discomfort.
June 15, 2018
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Raw Cookie Dough and the Makings of a Great Leader
I’ve not forgotten the powerful impact of Stephanie’s leadership style. As the weeks passed, she kept inviting us into her unfancy kitchen. In doing so, she set the stage for a group of college girls to let their guard down.
June 14, 2018
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How to Help a Grieving Child
While dealing with loss and grief can be difficult for anyone, children’s reactions may differ from those of adults. Here are some suggestions to consider when helping a child who is grieving.
June 14, 2018
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And Then He Said, 'When Will You See a Spiritual Director?'
Like all Christians, ministry leaders face daily challenges and difficulties. Spiritual direction can help us meet those challenges in the spirit of Psalm 139.
June 14, 2018
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Synod 2018 Top Tweet(s) of the Day: Wednesday
During Synod 2018, The Network will be selecting a “Tweet of the Day” to be featured, as well as 2 honorable mentions! Could it be your tweet?
June 13, 2018
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Mobile Websites vs. Mobile Apps: Which One is Better?
While it is a given that any organization has to have a mobile accessible presence, many churches are unaware of whether a mobile website or an app is the better choice.
June 13, 2018
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Synod 2018 Top Tweet(s) of the Day: Tuesday
During Synod 2018, The Network will be selecting a “Tweet of the Day” to be featured, as well as 2 honorable mentions! Could it be your tweet?
June 12, 2018
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5 Key People You Need to Create a New Church Website
Creating a church website is not a one person task. To do it right, you need multiple types of people on a team. Here are the folks we recommend.
June 12, 2018
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What's Gonna Work? TEAMWORK!
This month on our e-Quip Diaconal Blog, we’ll be looking at Deacons at Classis & Synod, as well as Community Engagement. At first glance, you may wonder what these two things have in common. Well, both require TEAMWORK a.k.a. Collaboration!
June 12, 2018
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Synod 2018 Top Tweet(s) of the Day: Monday
During Synod 2018, The Network will be selecting a “Tweet of the Day” to be featured, as well as 2 honorable mentions! Could it be your tweet?
June 12, 2018
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The Humility Flag
When the Canadian Prime Minister arranged for the Pride Flag to be flown from the parliament buildings in Ottawa, I thought some balancing of emphases to be appropriate. Hence a Humility Flag.
June 8, 2018
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Synod 2018 Top Tweet(s) of the Day: Friday
During Synod 2018, The Network will be selecting a “Tweet of the Day” to be featured, as well as 2 honorable mentions! Could it be your tweet?
June 8, 2018
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Walking Toward Jesus
One mom’s story of how her child followed her heart and, with her church, was welcomed at the Lord’s Table for the sacrament of communion.
June 7, 2018
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The Birds Will Sing in the Morning
A number of years ago, Peter’s son passed away and he clung to God’s mercies to be new every morning. In his deep grief, he told his family and himself that “The birds will sing in the morning.”
June 6, 2018
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Are Bible Translators Trying to Bring Christianity and Islam Closer Together?
There are a few disturbing trends in some Bible translations, which have been compared to using a Jehovah’s Witness rendition of the Bible in some cultures. How, where, and why is this being done?
June 6, 2018
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Second Women in Leadership Annual Gathering at Synod 2018
The Second Women in Leadership Annual Gathering at Synod is less than a week away! There are so many reasons you should come. One is, "We are encouraged so much when we come together as sisters in Christ!"
June 5, 2018
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Pastoring Bi-vocational Pastors
A regional pastor reflects on his experience at the recent Bi-vocational ministry gathering.