The Network | December 10, 2019 | Let’s Make a Christmas Playlist

VIEW IN YOUR BROWSER | FORWARD TO FRIEND Network Newsletter 12.10.19 Let’s Make a Christmas Playlist Guess what? The Network is making another worship playlist — a Christmas-themed playlist! Curious, what are some of your favorite Christmas songs? Would you help us out and share a song or two here? Featured Posts Chaplaincy Has Your Life Been Touched by a Chaplain? by CRCNA Chaplaincy and Care Have you ever connected with a chaplain — in a hospital, workplace, counseling center, or other setting? What was your experience like? Faith Nurture, Intergenerational Ministry Coaches' Corner: Belonging and Family Faith Formation by Trudy Ash The questions I get the most is: "How can we help families form faith if they're too busy to come to our programs?" I believe the solution lies in our sense of belonging. Youth Ministry There's Still Room For You at SERVE! by Youth Unlimited Are you looking for a summer mission trip for your youth group? Youth Unlimited would like to invite you to sign up for one of our SERVE Summer Mission Trips! Safe Church Remembering the Polytechnique Massacre by Michèle Gyselinck December 6th, 2019 marked the 30th anniversary of a mass-shooting in Montreal. We take time to remember the event and those who lost their lives. Coffee Break, Evangelism Outreach Through Friendship by Marian Lensink Read the story of someone who met Jesus in a personal way through the ministry of Coffee Break, and now has grown into a leader who serves in ministry in the local church. Children's Ministry, Dwell Curriculum, Faith Nurture Wondering About Wondering by Faith Alive Wondering questions give kids opportunities to express themselves without worrying about whether their answer is right or wrong. Coffee Break, Leaders Coffee Break and a New Generation by Marian Lensink Do you struggle to engage younger women in your Coffee Break or Women's Ministry group? Here are some things we've learned that might be helpful to you! Disability Concerns, Breaking Barriers, English Arthritis Is a Disability, Not a Crime by Amy Nyland I am grateful for medications and for health insurance, but I resent being treated like a criminal when I seek help. Disability Concerns, Breaking Barriers, English My Reluctant Dependency and Growing Empathy by Jess Crist God used my brain chemistry to draw me into a fuller reliance upon him. I may recoil at the idea of dependence, but it is God's way. Classis, Deacons, Leadership and Administration Deacons at Classis and Synod: From Faraway to Feasible by Diaconal Ministries Canada In this post, we'll talk about the feasibility of attending classis and synod. We'll discus not just the where, but also the when and the how much. Global Mission 10 Ways to Raise Awareness for Mission by Resonate Global Mission Do you want to raise awareness for mission in your church? Here are 10 ways to spread the word and get everyone in your church involved!   Ministry Q&As Check out the latest ministry questions posted on The Network: Amending the Articles of Incorporation? by John VanderBilt Small Gift Ideas for Church Volunteers? by Staci Devries Church Positions Check out the latest church and ministry openings on The Network: ​First CRC in Waupun, WI Seeking a Full-Time Pastor by Beth Schlieve Lead Pastor at Crossroads CRC (San Marcos, CA) by Terry Kok More Posts Check out the latest Resources, Discussion Topics and other posts on The Network:  "God Doesn't Want Your Ten Percent" Video by Phillip Leo Important Information for IRA Gifts in December by Phillip Leo Breaking Barriers—Winter 2020 by Disability Concerns Retirement Plan for Commissioned Pastors and Church Staff by CRC Communications 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