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The National Day of Prayer
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December 14, 2010
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Synod: Our Family Reunion
This article is an attempt to share the experience of a relative newcomer moving from the margins to the mainstream—or to be more precise, moving from the balcony to the main stage.
December 13, 2010
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Reinventing the Judicatory in an Unthinkable World
Judicatories come in all shapes and sizes. They also come in many different forms, each with names that come out of a tradition. We know them through such names: diocese, regions, conferences, presbyteries, and districts. How does one reinvent a judicatory shaped by programs and seek to provide resources to transform it into a mission agency?
December 13, 2010
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Purpose of Classis According to CRCNA Church Order
Classis Grandville's Mission Task Force prepared a useful summary of what the CRC Church Order and Manual of Church Government states about the purpose, authority, delegation, and business of classis.
December 13, 2010
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The Alban Institute
The Alban Institute produces and distributes research based information on how to minister more effectively. This website also contains a number of resources for classis and congregational health.
December 13, 2010
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More Classis Resources from the CRCNA
List of all the Classes with links to their websites, list of Stated Clerks, and resources for Stated Clerks and Synodical Deputies.
December 13, 2010
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The Story of the CRC Classical Renewal Ministry Team
In reviewing the history of the CRMT coming out of the task force for the Role of Classis in the 21st Century, the adjectives that come to mind are spontaneous, determined, slow progress, peer learning, learning from each other and leading experts in church change, and from the CRMT representatives who met with classical leaders.
December 9, 2010
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Is This How a Deaf Person Feels?
I know a bare minimum of sign language so I sat, unable to understand the near silent conversations around me. I could have asked for a translator or requested that people go a little slower. But I was reluctant to do this. Why should I impose my single handicap on an entire group of people? Is this how a deaf person feels?
December 9, 2010
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It's Time to Laugh
Most of our work as youth pastors is a challenging work made up of continuous interactions with youth, parents, pastors, council members and our own families. But for the next 15 minutes give yourself permission to let it all loose and just laugh—it's great soul care!
December 8, 2010
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Life in the Fishbowl
While many pastors feel their profession has moved beyond the “glass house” phenomenon of an earlier era, pastors’ families cannot escape the reality that they still play a central—and highly—visible role in the church.
December 7, 2010
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How Inclusive Is My Congregation?
This simple tool will help you assess how well your congregation is including and engaging people with disabilities in ministry.
December 3, 2010
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Advent and Christmas Songs by Keith Getty
Here are four songs for the Christmas season composed by Keith Getty in collaboration with others. Like good worship planning, perhaps a team approach is the ideal for songwriters too!
December 1, 2010
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3 Tips for Involving Kids in Storytelling
When a story engages our imaginations, it sticks with us long after the lesson. Here are three things I keep in mind each time I tell a story with kids.
November 30, 2010
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The Heidelberg in RAP
Want a great way to introduce the Heidelberg Catechism to your youth group? Check out this Rap from Curt “Voice’ Allen. It may just give a new appreciation for the 129 Questions and Answers.
November 24, 2010
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Hymnal Survey
As we work on fine-tuning some elements of the new Faith Alive hymnal Lift Up Your Hearts: Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs, we could really use your input. Please take just a couple of minutes to complete this survey.
November 23, 2010
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Who Will Take Your Place?
Who should you be investing in and preparing to lead the ministry you lead?
November 23, 2010
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Better Communication with a Person with Dementia
Parade Magazine's article, "Unlocking the Silent Prison" describes research that has shown that people with dementia find written communication much more useful/memorable than spoken communication.
November 17, 2010
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Universal Design in a Church Setting
Universal design assumes BOTH that people have different needs and different ways of doing the same thing AND that these different people should have equal access to public facilities. How would Universal Design look in a church setting?
November 17, 2010
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Pastoral Evaluations and the Elder
There is no doubt that the process of evaluation can be helpful in the growth of a pastor and in the mutual ministry of pastors and elders. Yet, it may get tricky for a whole lot of reasons. Let me pick up on two aspects of the dilemma.
November 16, 2010
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Christmas Challenge
Are YOU willing to take the challenge? Here are 15 things you can do with your youth group over the next month.
November 15, 2010
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A Life Beyond Reason
In this touching and warm story, Chris Gabbard, an English professor at the University of North Florida, reflects on life with his son, August, who lives with multiple impairments.
November 12, 2010
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Engaging God's Mysteries in Preaching—a Book Review
A book review on Preaching with Conviction: Connecting with Postmodern Listeners by Kenton C. Anderson.
November 12, 2010
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Website for Churches Looking to Move Towards Being Eco-Congregations
In my work with churches and small groups, the question I most often get asked is: Where do we start? My answer: The Eco-congregation Resources on the A Rocha Canada website.
November 11, 2010
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What to Do About the Christmas Program
If you’re in that director’s chair this year, expect the unexpected! And read on to find some great tips to make this year’s program both a joy to watch and a joy to plan.
November 8, 2010
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Letter of Call
Sometimes churches forget all the costs involved with a call to a new minister, and this sample is certainly helpful in preparing that Letter of Call.