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Deacons' Meetings
So, what do I do first? Go to meetings; make a plan; schedule offerings. The Deacon’s Handbook will show you the big picture in clear and practical steps.
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January 22, 2010
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Free Workshops and Webinars
If you're the Sunday school coordinator you'll want to visit the Workshops page of the Walk With Me website page to download PowerPoints and outlines that you can use.
January 22, 2010
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The Diaconate Structure
Provide new deacons with clarity about structure, roles, and responsibilities. Be sure to look for gifts of service and administration as the following excerpt from the Deacon’s Handbook explains.
January 22, 2010
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My First Networking Meeting
There are great advantages to networking! But as the newbie in the group there are a few things that I have learned about being the new person at a networking group.
January 22, 2010
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When CRC Ministers Abuse Part II: Shattered Faith
As a teenager Joanne Ravensbergen was abused by her brother-in-law, now a retired CRC pastor. . . the abuse “destroyed my faith,” she said. “I’ve burned my Bibles.”
January 22, 2010
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When CRC Ministers Abuse Part I
Cynthia* never expected that a pool party with church council members and her pastor would leave her humiliated and traumatized decades later.
January 22, 2010
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Serving in Short-term Missions: Where Should our Church Start?
Rest assured that you do not have to reinvent the wheel when it comes to taking your church group on a mission trip. We have been involved in this work for years and have many resources available and experts to walk alongside you to help make your trip a success.
January 22, 2010
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The Ways We Learn
This page from the Walk With Me website includes a short summary of the many ways we learn (based on Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences).
January 22, 2010
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The Ways We Learn
This page from the Walk With Me website includes a short summary of the many ways we learn (based on Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences).
January 22, 2010
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Language about People with Disabilities
Wondering what sort of language is appropriate when referring to people with disabilities? This resource lists a host of articles on disability and language on a website founded by disability advocate Kathie Snow.
January 22, 2010
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Basic Disability Etiquette
Wonder how to be courteous to a person who has a disability? Here's a great start from Easter Seals.
January 22, 2010
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Generation M2: Media in the Lives of 8-12 Year Olds
This is the introduction to a MUST READ article and resource.
January 21, 2010
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Getting Started on Leadership
In Leadership we position ourselves in relationship to God and others for the sake of the Kingdom of God. Some basic relatively simple principles keep us on the right track.
January 21, 2010
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How to Podcast Sermons
More and more churches have realized the benefits of sharing their sermons online. Here are some basic steps to know what and how to podcast.
January 21, 2010
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Deacons' Mandate
This is a sample of one church's mandate for the responsibilities of Deacons.
January 21, 2010
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How We Fail to Create Safe Churches
About 25 years ago reports began to surface about physical, emotional, and sexual abuse perpetrated by members and even leaders in the Christian Reformed Church.
January 21, 2010
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Abuse Prevention: "We're Halfway There"
Half of the Christian Reformed Church’s 1,100 congregations now have a Child Safety Policy in place. And approximately half of the 47 classes (regional groups of churches) have Safe Church Teams in place.
January 21, 2010
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Offering Calendar
Use this online calendar, printable calendar, worksheets, and guidelines to help you plan the offering schedule for your church.
January 21, 2010
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Questions From the Pickle Jar: Teens and Sex
A book from Faith Alive Christian Resources for teens that humorously covers topics related to healthy sexuality.
January 21, 2010
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Emotional Abuse: What You Should Know
This free guide provides a thorough description of emotional abuse, victims, abusers, and effects along with information about what to do when you recognize it and how to report it.
January 21, 2010
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Responding to Domestic Violence: Guide for Churches
This handbook is for pastors and other church leaders to help them respond to and prevent domestic violence.
January 21, 2010
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Preventing Child Abuse: Creating a Safe Place
Preventing Child Abuse will guide churches and nonprofit organizations through the process of designing and implementing child safety policies and procedures.
January 20, 2010
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Eugene Peterson & Marva Dawn on "Unnecessary Pastors"
A book review of The Unnecessary Pastor: Rediscovering the Call by Marva Dawn and Eugene Peterson.
January 20, 2010
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Getting Started in Church Administration
As you start your role, you are called to first understand the current situation and develop relationships with those involved in areas of ministry where you will be serving.
January 20, 2010
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Kill the Deacons First!
Could the CRC experience a transformed deaconate? This year? I’m praying for that. Will you join me?