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The Practice of Farewell in the Corona Era
How can we put words to the pain of being able to not hold a funeral properly but having to hurry away for the death of family members?
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January 25, 2021
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How To Change Your Mindset When Doing Volunteer Mission Work
While at Tesoros de Dios, my missional mindset grew to a posture of listening and learning, rather than speaking out from my own ideas and culture.
January 24, 2021
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Ministry to and With People in the Third Third of Life
Here are 3 resources that can help congregations rethink faith formation for both the empty nester crowd and those in their late adulthood.
January 24, 2021
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Go and Do Likewise
Food bills jumped. There were line-ups for the bathroom. Dale said, "These have been the most rewarding weeks of my life."
January 21, 2021
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The Ninth Hour Cry
When a name was repeated twice, it carried with it a deep, intimate, and personal tie.
January 19, 2021
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The Gospel Is Foolishness
The first thing we need to experience the comfort of the Gospel is that we need to be made uncomfortable with our sin.
January 19, 2021
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Jesus' Great Assignment: Five Records
After Jesus lived, died, and rose again, he gave instructions to his apostles and to us.
January 18, 2021
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Here Are The Best Church Websites in the CRCNA
There are many lessons to come from 2020. One of them is how important a website is to the ministry of the church. Here are the best church websites from across the denomination.
January 18, 2021
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Faith Lessons From the Prayers of the Black Church
Are life's challenges feeling overwhelming to you? Consider some of the prayer practices from the African-American church for dwelling in the moment with God.
January 18, 2021
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Homosexuality and Our Missional Calling
To affirm homosexuality is to abandon our calling to embody God’s creational purpose for the sake of the world and to call all people into the true humanity that will one day fill the earth.
January 18, 2021
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The Hands of Jesus
Nothing but blessings had ever come from the hands Jesus lifted up. Now at his ascension those hands are again outspread as if to empty out countless blessings.
January 18, 2021
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Announcement by Earthquake and Church Bell
An earthquake gets everyone's attention. But how many people made the connection between the earthquake and Jesus' resurrection?
January 18, 2021
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Engaging Scripture: Living Into God’s Story
Engaging with the Bible is different from studying a textbook, reading the news, or scrolling through social media. It’s God’s story, and we’re in it.
January 17, 2021
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Jesus the Light of Life
Walking along the famous Boracay Beach in the Philippines made me realize that my life is similar to the waves; rolling on the shore unceasingly, kissing the white sand and going back.
January 17, 2021
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On Choosing Whom to Live With
I have thought for a long time now that people considering an intimate relationship with someone should ask that individual for character references.
January 17, 2021
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Pilgriming
I read an article last week in which the author posited we should see this new year as a sort of pilgrimage, and I very much like that imagery.
January 16, 2021
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The Face of Jesus
Everyone will see his brilliant shining face.
January 13, 2021
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Money Can't Buy Church Renewal
It’d be nice if throwing money at church renewal actually worked. Cash may be king most places, except it’s not Kingdom currency.
January 12, 2021
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The State of Mentoring in the CRCNA
A summary of key learnings from the 2020 survey of newly-ordained ministers' experiences being mentored.
January 12, 2021
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Hey Pastor, Do Yourself (and Your Church) a Favor...
What is the connection between a healthy marriage and a healthy pastor?
January 12, 2021
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Giveaway Time! Just Say "Hi" and Be Entered to Win Best-Selling Book
Today is the day to move from Network reader to Network participant! Simply post a comment saying "Hi" and be entered in this easy giveaway.
January 11, 2021
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The Golden Rule in Action
Donald Usher, the helicopter pilot who plucked 5 survivors from the river, said that the man could have been dragged to safety but he handed the rescue line to others.
January 8, 2021
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Blessed Are the Merciful
COVID-19 makes doctors and nurses more appreciated than ever.
January 7, 2021
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Up Close and Personal
For Matt and Jen Viel, generous living isn’t done from a distance. Instead, they aim for front row seats.
January 6, 2021
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4 x 4 Leadership Essentials: Hope
To take their congregation on a journey of fresh steps in ministry and mission, pastors need to practice 4 x 4 leadership essentials. The first 4 x4 leadership essential is hope.