Staci Devries
I serve as the Content and Community Manager for The Network, a role that I truly love. I have a passion for connecting people and am grateful to see how God is at work in the CRC and beyond. I'd love to answer any of your questions and help you get involved!
Posted in: Website Policy
Hi Melissa, are you looking for ideas on what website building tools to use?
Posted in: Ideas for Recognizing Birthdays in a Congregation?
I LOVE this idea, Felix. How cool to have a prayer of blessing from your church family as you enter a new year.
Posted in: Website Policy
Or are you more looking for how to monitor use of the site, features, etc.?
Posted in: Website Policy
Thanks, Melissa. A few posts that might help include:
Mindsets That Will Block Church Website Success
Modern Church Website Design
The Web is Your Church's New Front Door
Posted in: Website Policy
Check out all posts by Jerod Clark for even more helpful website tips!
Posted in: Electronic Sign-in for Children's Ministry?
Hi Marian:
This is a great question! My church has not switched over but I found this article on church check in software that seems helpful.
Would love to hear what you end up using!
Staci
Posted in: Does Congregation Have Right to Request Removal of Elder?
Hi Julie, thanks for the question. It looks was also posted here with a couple responses.
Posted in: Church Elders Have Voted to Dismiss Our Pastor, What Can Be Done to Reject Their Decision?
Thanks for the question and good responses. As this is a public thread, please follow the advice above and let's avoid further discussion of the details of what I'm sure is a sensitive and difficult matter.
Posted in: Names and Profiles of Calvin Seminary Grads That Are Eligible for Call?
The Ministerial Information Services page may also be helpful.
Posted in: Small Group Models?
Hi Leon! When you talk about models, are you referring to creating a small group structure for the whole church (i.e. deciding what kind of groups to start, creating meeting schedules, choosing materials) or a model for a specific group (i.e. the format for a small group Bible study)?
Posted in: Do Training Materials Exist for Potential Deacons or Elders?
Hi Virginia! Did you check out the recorded webinars for new and/or experienced elders? In addition, the general Elders section is a great starting point. If you are looking for a specific resource or advice, you can always post your question to the Network community. Thanks for sharing!
Posted in: Resources on Caring for Aging Parents and Adult Children?
Hi Cindy! A book that I've been meaning to check out (I keep hearing great things about it) is Max Lucado's You'll Get Through This. Those who have read this book say it is a great reminder that though life is full of transitions, challenges, and painful struggles, God is WITH us and is working in all things. The book is full of scripture and hope for when life gets overwhelming. It's not necessarily a Bible study book but a great resource nonetheless.