New Posts on The Network | November 12, 2019

VIEW IN YOUR BROWSER | FORWARD TO FRIEND Network Newsletter 11.12.19 Advent and Christmas Resources Looking for devotionals, DIYs, or discussions related to Advent and Christmas? Be sure to check out this DIY Advent Calendar, ideas for connecting with neighbors this Christmas, and the best Jesse Tree set ever. By the way, The Network is excited to highlight the topic of Children’s Ministry this month! Are you involved in Children’s Ministry in any capacity? Say "hello" here. Featured Posts Chaplaincy Chaplaincy Endorsement: Why Renew? by CRCNA Chaplaincy and Care Why do chaplains need to renew their endorsements? Learn about why we do this, and what steps you should take to renew your endorsement. Biblical Justice, Indigenous Justice United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples: Answering Questions, Addressing Misconceptions by CRC Canadian Indigenous Ministry Committee This video series address common misconceptions about the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and why implementing the Declaration is so important. Children's Ministry, Faith Nurture Can I Share a Story? by Mimi Larson I never met my great-uncle. But his diary has been a gift to me on my faith journey. It has done what Reese said family stories would—it inspires me. Faith Nurture, Family Ministry DIY Advent Calendar by Sandy Swartzentruber Celebrate the coming of Christ with this easy, colorful Advent craft for families or children's ministry groups. Church Admin & Finance, Finance, Contributions, Pastors, Financial Shalom, Stewardship Generosity's Ripple Effect by Phillip Leo Even in their will, Rich and Ann Meyer were careful to reflect giving as a priority. Faith Nurture Grounding Your Faith in Seasons You Don't Have a Church Home by Staci Devries Looking for a new church home is more lonely than I thought. Here are some suggestions given to me on navigating this season. Women in Leadership Role Models and Legacy by Denise Posie Leadership Diversity shares two stories about how daughters have been encouraged by their mothers in life changing ways. Community Engagement, Global Mission Connecting With Our Neighbors This Christmas Season by Amy Schenkel A study shows that 57% of Americans said they would likely attend church at Christmas if someone invited them. But how do we reach the people who said they wouldn't? Safe Church Safe Church Mini-Grants 2020 by Safe Church Ministry Safe Church equips congregations in abuse awareness, prevention and response - and now we're providing resources for classis Safe Church Coordinators to help equip others. Leadership Development, Women in Leadership Witness for Women Gathering in Edmonton, AB by Denise Posie I joined others to witness God's faithfulness through a series of events at a recent Witness for Women gathering in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It was an informative, engaging, and worshipful experience! Church Communications 4 Things Churches Need to Stop Posting on Social Media by Robert Carnes There are plenty of blog posts out there about what churches and Christians should be posting on their social media. Here are a few things you and your church should stop publishing online.   Ministry Q&As Check out the latest ministry questions posted on The Network: Help! Looking for Music to Play in Sunday School Classroom by Melissa Deelstra Church Positions Check out the latest church and ministry openings on The Network: Teaching Pastor at Rosewood CRC in Bellflower, CA by Bonny Mulder-Behnia Lead Pastor at First CRC in Crown Point, IN by Becky Dykstra More Posts Check out the latest Resources, Discussion Topics and other posts on The Network:  Mentoring in an 'I' World (Nov 2019 Youth Ministry Newsletter) by Ron DeVries Looking for Psalter Hymnals by Andrew Aukema Need Ministry Help? If you're involved in a church ministry and wondering if your denomination can help with something, just: CALL 800-272-5125 CLICK www.crcna.org/Resources CHAT from any page on crcna.org or The Network We're here to serve, and would love to connect you with people and resources to support your church's ministry. Follow us!    You are subscribed as drvitus2.love@blogger.com. You are receiving this email because you signed up for the CRC Network newsletter on our website. This is a weekly summary of the latest content posted by our Network guides. Update Profile/Preferences  |  Unsubscribe From All Forward to a Friend | Email Us |  Follow on Twitter | Follow on Facebook Copyright © 2019 Christian Reformed Church in North America. All rights reserved. 1700 28th Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508-1407 | 3475 Mainway, Burlington, ON L7R 3Y8