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VIEW IN YOUR BROWSER | FORWARD TO FRIEND Network Newsletter 6.16.20 Questions? Post Them for Quick Feedback From Peers 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.   Ministry Q&As Check out the latest ministry questions posted on The Network: Resources to Talk Race and Racism With Children? by Kelli Dunn Church Positions Check out the latest church and ministry openings on The Network: Associate Director, Human Resources (World Renew) by Teresa Jones Pastor at Green Meadow Community Church (Helena, MT) by Jim Boggio Lead Pastor at Fellowship Church (St. Thomas, ON) by Stephanie Van Straten More Posts Check out the latest Resources, Discussion Topics and other posts on The Network:  Seeking God in Suffering by Bonny Mulder-Behnia Need Ministry Help? 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