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Network Newsletter 6.16.20

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Looking for input on a question related to COVID? Hoping to connect with others involved in children’s ministry or worship planning? Post your ministry question today for quick feedback from your peers! Questions? Email network@crcna.org.


Featured Posts
Racial Reconciliation
We Must Not Go Back to Normal
by Mark Stephenson

Normal has not been good for everyone. It is time for a normal that restores an identity in Christ in us and all of our neighbors, especially our black neighbors.


Coffee Break, Leaders, Small Groups
The Already and Not Yet
by Juan Sierra

In this season of turmoil, as we feel a tension that makes us cry for our Lord’s return, may we also be reminded that he wanted us to be in this world.

Elders, Pastors
Dear Pastor, If You've Got Everyone Else, Who's Got You?
by Sean Baker

A pastor and a professor encourage ministry leaders to embrace the grief work they may be tempted to neglect. They explain why good grief will help you, your congregation and your theology.

Racial Reconciliation
Dear Church
by Cathy Rice

Church, if we cannot lament, we cannot be true to ourselves. If we do not speak loudly about hard things, we do not let them change us.

Church Communications
Racial Reconcilation and Church Communications: A Roundtable Discussion
by Church Juice

Church Juice is hosting a roundtable discussion on racial reconciliation and church communications. Sign up now to be a part of this discussion.

Elders, Pastors
Eight Things for Church Leaders to Consider as Things Re-open
by Sean Baker

Here are some things church leaders may want to consider in the new season of partially-gathered church.

Children's Ministry, Faith Nurture
Children's Ministry Summer Newsletter
by Mimi Larson

Resources, conversations, and ideas for children's ministry leaders.

Biblical Justice, Indigenous Justice
Indigenous Justice Book Suggestions (Adults)
by CRC Canadian Indigenous Ministry Committee

Justice and Reconciliation Mobilizer Shannon Perez’s has provided her Top 5 thought provoking reads on Indigenous justice.

Safe Church
Help in the Midst of Trauma
by Bonnie Nicholas

If trauma is what I'm experiencing, what can I do about it? Is there a role for the church in such a time as this?

Global Mission
Battling the Coronavirus, Strengthening Our Faith
by John Wind

John Wind, a long-time volunteer with Resonate Global Mission in Mexico, reflects on the love and support he received while recovering from the coronavirus.

Worship, General Planning Resources
Sign Up Now! Certificate in Worship Leadership 2020-2021
by Worship Ministries

The Certificate in Worship Leadership course is a great learning opportunity that you can participate in and benefit from without leaving home.

Church Renewal, Fresh Ideas, Faith Nurture
Scattered: Leveraging the Decentralization of the Moment
by Anthony Elenbaas

Jesus' kingdom is a decentralized kingdom. How might that shape church life through COVID-19 and beyond?

Church Renewal, Fresh Ideas, Racial Reconciliation
Rediscipling the White Church: From Cheap Diversity to True Solidarity
by Larry Doornbos

David Swanson's book is a powerful statement on the central place of discipleship in reshaping the church.

Racial Reconciliation, Youth Ministry
Anti-Racist Resources for Your Youth Group
by Youth Unlimited

We at Youth Unlimited do not want to turn away from this pain, but instead, would like to do a better job of pointing you towards resources to use with your Youth Group or during SERVE.

Disability Concerns, Congregational Care
Disability Concerns Ministry Bookshelf
by Disability Concerns

An extensive list of books about disabilities and the Christian community.

Deacons, Justice and Mercy, Ministry in Canada
A Message From the Diaconal Ministries Canada Director
by Diaconal Ministries Canada

Let’s make it our goal to move beyond “thoughts and prayers” to holistic responses that respect the dignity of all people.

Children's Ministry, Faith Nurture
A Zoom Discussion: Using the DWELL Curriculum in a COVID-19 World
by Jill Benson

Join Dwell Curriculum Coordinator Jill Benson and other Dwell leaders for a conversation about how to use Dwell this fall.

 

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