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VIEW IN YOUR BROWSER | FORWARD TO FRIEND Network Newsletter 4.21.20 Not Alone How are you doing? Are you struggling with church online? Desiring to encourage others? Looking for advice? Now, more than ever, we need each other. The Network is a great meeting place for all these things and more. Ask your questions. Post an encouraging comment. Share a resource. We need your voice! Questions? Email network@crcna.org. Featured Posts Global Mission, Muslim Ministry 30 Days of Prayer for Muslims by Resonate Global Mission Let's join together in praying that as Muslims seek God during Ramadan, they will encounter Jesus. Worship, Training and Education Worshiping With the Psalms in This Time of Pandemic and Isolation (Webinar) by Worship Ministries How can we best use them in worship during this time of isolation? Kevin Adams and Martin Tel will share from their extensive experience of worshiping with the Psalms. Faith Nurture The Crucible's Test by Linda Roorda Like a forest that takes a devastating fire to bring out its best in new growth, so we find our way through difficulties in the midst of the crucible's test. Deacons, Ministry in Canada Top 10 Ways Deacons Can Help During COVID-19 by Diaconal Ministries Canada Deacons exist to act as conduits through which God blesses others. In very practical terms, what does this mean as COVID-19 continues to spread? Biblical Justice, Prayer Prayers for the Vulnerable During COVID-19 by Office of Social Justice Join the Office of Social Justice in prayer and care for the vulnerable during the COVID-19 pandemic. Biblical Justice, Racial Reconciliation What's The Narrative? by Viviana E Cornejo The denomination has made great strides and considerable progress in the process toward ethnic and cultural diversity, however the road that remains to be traveled is still quite long. Church Admin & Finance, Ministry in Canada Financial and Other Supports for Canadian CRCNA Congregations by CRC Communications It's important that congregational leadership remains current with all of the legal issues facing the church at this unprecedented time. Here are a few resources to assist you if you are located in Canada. Deacons Walking Alongside Your Church and Community Members (Webinar and Funding) by Jodi Koeman Join representatives from World Renew, Volunteers in Action (Denver), and Lifeline Community Development Corporation (Merced, CA) as we discuss what we are learning and how we can support one another. Biblical Justice Ser Cristo para Todos en el Contexto del Virus Corona by Reginald Smith No tomemos señales de una cultura basada en el miedo que busca chivos expiatorios, sino que nos apoyémonos en el buen evangelio que conocemos, amamos y obedecemos. Women in Leadership Reflection and Prayer in Times of Uncertainty (A Zoom Time for Clergy Women) by Diane Dykgraaf CRC Clergy women are invited to join Denise Posie and Sandy Johnson on Tuesday, May 12 at 7 pm Eastern for a time of reflection and silent prayer. Church Planting Why Are Church Plants Better at Reaching the Unreached? by Becky Getz What is the goal of a new church? And why are church plants better at reaching unreached people? Faith Nurture Where is God When Your World Falls Apart by Rob Toornstra Where is God when the world seems to be falling apart? This isn't a question tied to only the pandemic either. Children's Ministry, Faith Nurture Free Activity Books and Downloads by Kids Corner Kids Corner wants to help during this difficult time. We recognize the need for families to have safe, fun, and entertaining resources.   Ministry Q&As Check out the latest ministry questions posted on The Network: Ideas for Thanking COVID-19 First Responders? by Bill Postma Communion Post COVID-19? by Mavis Moon Church Positions Check out the latest church and ministry openings on The Network: Worship Director at Immanuel CRC in Ripon, CA by Nate Finley Director of Music at Faith CRC in Holland, MI by Jen Rozema More Posts Check out the latest Resources, Discussion Topics and other posts on The Network:  NewGround Sunday is May 3, 2020 by Diaconal Ministries Canada Sonnets of Worship During COVID-19: a Corona by Worship Ministries Need Ministry Help? 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