Thanks for taking time to make comments on Kneeling in Prayer. During our time in prayer we prayed for our churches, communities and denomination as we serve together in reaching the world for Christ.
As a people, we're definitely making an impact in the overall mission of the CRCNA.
In regards to the ideas you mentioned in the comment section, it will be up to churches and ministries to create space for these discussions and learning opportunities based on their ministry context. We're fortunate to have several resources available in the CRC and RCA.
We'll continue to pray for God's guidance and power as we serve in kingdom building. Thanks again.
Thanks for taking time to share in the discussion a few of your top takeaways. These are good and also a reminder to me, and likely others, the good "practical nuggets" in this book.
I don't have access to my book right now, but I want to look at p. 98 again. So often, we'll reach for quick fixes in trying to eliminate the anxiety.
Blessings as you continue to serve in God's kingdom!
Bonnie, thanks for participating! I also like this quote. As we're making plans and shaping a ministry for leadership development: Women's and Racial Ethnic Ministry, we'll be reaching to the margins in our local churches, ministries and denomination. This is a long and intentional process as we envision our future in serving God's kingdom.
In this morning's quiet time, I used Canoeing the Mountain as a resource for prayer. I found this quote on p. 71 and it spoke to my desire, "...remember again that the goal of the expedition was not to build a family - it was to find a route to the Pacific Ocean. Similarly, the goal of the Christian faith is not simply to become more loving community but to be a community of people who participate in God's mission to heal the world by reestablishing his loving reign on earth as it is in heaven."
I love the emphasis on God's mission and his loving reign! This is good theology.....let us pray.
At Inspire 2017 Richard Mouw made reference to a quote from Lewis B. Smedes. Whenever I hear Lewis Smedes' name, it reminds me of a time shortly after the above Banner article was written and he contacted me for two reasons: to ask how his longtime friend Eugene Callendar was doing and for his phone# and also to encourage me as an African American woman pastor serving in the CRC. I graciously received his call, and am grateful that he took time to bless me! I remember some of his words, but most of all I remember how he made me feel!
Hi Tricia, thanks for reading this update on Women in Leadership and making a comment. I would love to connect with you to get to know about your journey and also what we can expect in the future regarding women gatherings. My email address is [email protected]. Please send your contact information and I will either call or send an email, whichever you prefer. Please pray for this work. We truly need God's guidance. I look forward to hearing from you!
Posted in: The Power of Cross Pollination
Thank you Lesli! I find this to be a powerful and true article.
Posted in: Kneeling in Prayer
Hi Fronse,
Thanks for taking time to make comments on Kneeling in Prayer. During our time in prayer we prayed for our churches, communities and denomination as we serve together in reaching the world for Christ.
As a people, we're definitely making an impact in the overall mission of the CRCNA.
In regards to the ideas you mentioned in the comment section, it will be up to churches and ministries to create space for these discussions and learning opportunities based on their ministry context. We're fortunate to have several resources available in the CRC and RCA.
We'll continue to pray for God's guidance and power as we serve in kingdom building. Thanks again.
Posted in: 'Canoeing the Mountains' Top Takeaway?
Hi Ben,
Thanks for taking time to share in the discussion a few of your top takeaways. These are good and also a reminder to me, and likely others, the good "practical nuggets" in this book.
I don't have access to my book right now, but I want to look at p. 98 again. So often, we'll reach for quick fixes in trying to eliminate the anxiety.
Blessings as you continue to serve in God's kingdom!
Denise Posie
Posted in: 'Canoeing the Mountains' Top Takeaway?
Bonnie, thanks for participating! I also like this quote. As we're making plans and shaping a ministry for leadership development: Women's and Racial Ethnic Ministry, we'll be reaching to the margins in our local churches, ministries and denomination. This is a long and intentional process as we envision our future in serving God's kingdom.
Posted in: 'Canoeing the Mountains' Top Takeaway?
In this morning's quiet time, I used Canoeing the Mountain as a resource for prayer. I found this quote on p. 71 and it spoke to my desire, "...remember again that the goal of the expedition was not to build a family - it was to find a route to the Pacific Ocean. Similarly, the goal of the Christian faith is not simply to become more loving community but to be a community of people who participate in God's mission to heal the world by reestablishing his loving reign on earth as it is in heaven."
I love the emphasis on God's mission and his loving reign! This is good theology.....let us pray.
Posted in: What Happens to the Pastor After a Church Closes?
Josh, thanks for sharing your deepest thoughts and experience of closing a church. I know your experience is real and honest! Thank you!
Posted in: The Rev. Dr. Eugene Callender, an African American Pioneer in the CRC
At Inspire 2017 Richard Mouw made reference to a quote from Lewis B. Smedes. Whenever I hear Lewis Smedes' name, it reminds me of a time shortly after the above Banner article was written and he contacted me for two reasons: to ask how his longtime friend Eugene Callendar was doing and for his phone# and also to encourage me as an African American woman pastor serving in the CRC. I graciously received his call, and am grateful that he took time to bless me! I remember some of his words, but most of all I remember how he made me feel!
Posted in: Raising Up the Next Generation of Black and Reformed Leaders
Thank you Fronse for responding to this question.
Posted in: Forty Days Since Synod: Women in Leadership
Hi Tricia, thanks for reading this update on Women in Leadership and making a comment. I would love to connect with you to get to know about your journey and also what we can expect in the future regarding women gatherings. My email address is [email protected]. Please send your contact information and I will either call or send an email, whichever you prefer. Please pray for this work. We truly need God's guidance. I look forward to hearing from you!