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: Is There Still a Place for Church Libraries?
So much useful information, Peggy! It sounds like your library is kept up very intentionally and well used/loved. Thanks for sharing!
Posted in: Is There Still a Place for Church Libraries?
I think you've hit on a big challenge of keeping up the church library, Paul. Would a diverse group of people "curating" the books be helpful? Or what other systems (if any) might be helpful?
Posted in: Is There Still a Place for Church Libraries?
Hi Paul! Thanks for these good questions. Would you like me add them as a new post to hopefully generate some thoughts? I'd be happy to do that!
Posted in: Is There Still a Place for Church Libraries?
Tons of good feedback! I'm so thankful for the sharing of ideas and personal experience. I think your church is not alone in having a library that people in the church don't even know about. BUT, definitely something to consider in a remodel.
Posted in: Is There Still a Place for Church Libraries?
I LOVE this Debbie! I personally think the library is an amazing resource for church members and such a smart, faith-forming idea.
Posted in: Introducing Mimi Larson
I loved reading some of your story, Mimi. Thanks for sharing. Also, cracking up at the truth in your words "I can’t get caught up in my theological jargon or lofty ideas" because children will ask "What does that mean?" or "Did skunks still smell?" :)
Posted in: Is There Still a Place for Church Libraries?
Curious. . . Debbie, et all, do you have any best practices you might be willing to share with others? Or any resources you might recommend for libraries being run by those without much experience?
Posted in: His Enough is Enough
This is beautiful and something I could read EVERY single day. Praise God for his grace as we seek to rest in the here and now (and things that didn't work out as we prayed but that he is yet working for His glory).
Posted in: Is There Still a Place for Church Libraries?
Really great point, Samuel. What channels do you use when you want to recommend books to your congregation?
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I really like the idea of sharing blurbs about the books. Also, interesting questions on HOW we share podcasts, articles, and books with others. I think a church with an active Facebook (or even Instagram) could spark some interesting discussion by tossing out a simple question, i.e. What are your favorite faith formation books for young children?
Posted in: Is There Still a Place for Church Libraries?
Thanks, Yvonne, for sharing your fresh commitment to the library! Did you have a hard time deciding on new books to purchase?
Posted in: Is There Still a Place for Church Libraries?
That's awesome Shaunna!