Hetty, this is such a good reminder! The "togetherness" of the church is so important for us to remember and embrace. And it's also important to remember that it's only when we are together, supporting each other, building safe spaces with safe people as places of communal worship, that we can truly work together and grow in faith.
Thank you so much for sharing this, Ryan! It's so beautiful to see how God has worked in your life, and how He will continue to work through you into the future.
We have these guidelines in order to comply with the political campaign and taxation laws of both the U.S. and Canada. Due to Canada Revenue Agency law, it is not permissible for charitable organizations like the CRCNA to make statements supporting or opposing specific candidates, politicians, or political parties. Similarly, U.S. tax law also prohibits nonprofits and churches from engaging in campaign activities supporting or opposing specific political candidates.
Respectful discussion of public policy in the context of our faith and work as a denomination is welcome and encouraged.
Thanks for this reflection, Dave! It's so true that we all benefit from the support and accountability from all of us, together. It's also true that we all can better find support and encouragement from each other.
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Hetty, this is such a good reminder! The "togetherness" of the church is so important for us to remember and embrace. And it's also important to remember that it's only when we are together, supporting each other, building safe spaces with safe people as places of communal worship, that we can truly work together and grow in faith.
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Thank you so much for sharing this, Ryan! It's so beautiful to see how God has worked in your life, and how He will continue to work through you into the future.
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Thank you for sharing this resource, Jon!
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Thanks for the catch Bill! I've added Dave's last name to the title.
Posted in: Meet Dave Den Haan, Your Consultant for Classis and Council Leadership
Dave, thank you so much for your work! We are so, so thankful to have you working with us and supporting churches across Canada and the US.
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Thank you for this helpful post, Jeff! It's great encouragement to help church leaders encourage and model giving.
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Thank you for raising this question, Virginia.
I would like to remind everyone of the community guidelines.
We have these guidelines in order to comply with the political campaign and taxation laws of both the U.S. and Canada. Due to Canada Revenue Agency law, it is not permissible for charitable organizations like the CRCNA to make statements supporting or opposing specific candidates, politicians, or political parties. Similarly, U.S. tax law also prohibits nonprofits and churches from engaging in campaign activities supporting or opposing specific political candidates.
Respectful discussion of public policy in the context of our faith and work as a denomination is welcome and encouraged.
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Thank you so much for sharing this reflection, Linda! It's such a good reminder and guidance for us all to seek wisdom in our lives.
Posted in: What Does It Mean to Be "Called and Sent" this Lent?
Thank you so much for your reflections, Scott! This is such a great reminder for us all to reorient ourselves this Lenten season to be missional.
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Thank you for your reflections, Anita!
Posted in: Why a Denomination: Support and Accountability
Thanks for this reflection, Dave! It's so true that we all benefit from the support and accountability from all of us, together. It's also true that we all can better find support and encouragement from each other.
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And here is a series of resources from official denomination sources about immigrants and refugees in both the U.S. and Canada:
2010 Synodical Statement on Immigration and Migrant Workers
Prayer and Call to Action on Immigration
Immigration Resources
Do Justice podcast (Apple Podcasts, also accessible elsewhere)
Do Justice blog
Immigration is Our Story Audio Series
Immigration Support from Thrive
Thrive Justice resources