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 Community Engagement During Holy Week and Covid19
by Amy Schenkel
How can we love, serve, and share the good news of Holy Week when we are stuck inside our homes? Here are a few ideas for these unexpected times.
Worship  Surrounded (Fight My Battles) by Kevin Heeres I have been amazed at just how effective praise is when it comes to pushing back the enemy. And we do have enemies, don't we? Faith Nurture, Family Ministry  Simple, Fun Ways to Make and Use God's Big Easter Story by Jill Benson These simple, creative suggestions will help families as they create their symbols and pathway for God's Big Easter Story: A Holy Week Devotional. Ministry in Canada  A Message to Canadians From Religious Leaders in Response to Covid19 by CRC Communications In the face of COVID-19 several Canadian religious leaders, including CRCNA Canadian Ministries Director Darren Roorda, drafted a message of hope, gratitude, and solidarity. Faith Nurture  Why Now Is the Best Time for Faith Formation Triage by Lesli van Milligen Reassessing faith formation needs in personal faiths, families, and congregations during COVID-19. Pastors, Worship  COVID-19 and Including Kids in Online Worship (Part 2) by Karen Deboer Finding it challenging to come up with ways to include children? Here are some ideas to help. Faith Nurture, Pastors  A Tool For Pastors: Ministry Between Sundays by Jeff Bulthuis Especially during the Coronavirus pandemic, the Today devotional is a great way for pastor's and church leaders to minister to and connect with congregations between Sundays. Pastors, Worship  COVID-19 and Including Kids in Online Worship (Part 1) by Karen Deboer If your congregation is gathering online for worship and you're looking for ways to include children, use these ideas for inspiration. Church Coaching, Let's Talk About...  Keeping Our Posts by John Lee What does Christian faithfulness look like in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic? Worship  Daily Worship for Holy Week and Easter by Worship Ministries The following liturgies are intended to guide worshipers who are sheltering at home through the patterns of worship. Worship, Leading Worship  A New Way to Worship: FB Live Midweek Service by Worship Ministries Ruth Ann Shuringa shares a service and encourage for using Facebook Live to connect with your congregation. Pastors, Pastor Mentors  Don't Try This Alone by Sean Baker Pastors who are isolated tend to struggle. This is never more true than during a crisis. It's time to reach out. Faith Nurture, Small Groups  COVID-19 and Small Group Ministry by Faith Formation Ministries If you're exploring ministry through online small groups, whether intergenerational or adult-focused, check out these resources. Let's Talk About...  Novel Virus = Altered Lives by Patricia Haveman Last week I was a senior citizen with Parkinson's Disease, but active. My calendar shows that I was busy, busy! This week I am a high risk, self-quarantined senior citizen. Church Admin & Finance, Employment  Conversations Regarding Staffing During COVID-19 by CRC Communications A number of churches have reached out to the denominational office about staffing issues in light of COVID-19. Following is a list of questions that the CRCNA is using in our staff conversations. | Ministry Q&As Check out the latest ministry questions posted on The Network: Church Positions Check out the latest church and ministry openings on The Network: More Posts Check out the latest Resources, Discussion Topics and other posts on The Network:
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