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VIEW IN YOUR BROWSER | FORWARD TO FRIEND Network Newsletter 9.8.20 As Summer Turns to Fall Hi friends! Staci (Network Community Manager) here. As summer turns to fall, schedules and responsibilities may also shift. Praying for any fear this new season brings, and holding tight to the words of Proverbs 18:10, "The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe." Featured Posts Global Mission Rising Above the Storm by Resonate Global Mission If you're interested in serving in mission—or know someone who is—Jessica and Nalini, Resonate Global Mission's recruitment team, would love to connect and find the perfect opportunity for you. Faith Nurture Meditations of My Heart by Linda Roorda Often, we have no idea how our words and actions affect others now or in the future, especially during our school years. Deacons, Stewardship God's Story Through Our Giving by Jodi Koeman If our ministry plans and budgets tell a story, I wonder what story our community hears and sees through us. Watch a recap of the Webinar: Reimagining Church Budgets to Reflect Kingdom Values. Community Engagement, Global Mission 'You Will Be My Witnesses' FREE Mission Emphasis Devotional by Resonate Global Mission What does it mean to be a witness for Christ? We'll explore that question in a week-long devotional that's free for you, your family, your small group, your church, and anyone else interested in joining God on mission. Faith Practices Sheep, Not Superheroes: How Sabbath Helps Us Right-Size by Sandy Swartzentruber Technology distorts our sense of self . . . but this faith practice can help us realign. Children's Ministry, Faith Practices What Do You Mean I Should Take a Nap? by Mimi Larson The rhythms of rest that God offers us are life-giving to our soul and to our ministry. Worship Mountains (Lacey's Song for Her Neighbors) by Patricia Haveman 9-year-old Lacey wrote this song for her neighbors after one of their teen boys suddenly collapsed with unforseen critical heart issues. Racial Reconciliation Fragility and Antiracism - 2 Timely Book Reviews by Paula Tang Read personal reviews of the books White Fragility (by Robin DiAngelo) and How to Be an Antiracist (by Ibram X. Kendi). Church Admin & Finance Ministry Shares Reimagined - Webinar Recordings by CRC Communications Learn more about Ministry Shares Re-Imagined—the process, timing, and what this means for your church. Faith Practices A Denominational Emphasis on Spiritual Practices by Colin Watson CRCNA Executive Director Colin Watson reflects on the need for our denomination to renew our practice of prayer and other spiritual disciplines as we navigate today's tumultuous times. Faith Nurture, Faith Practices How Gathering Online Can Help Your Church Write a New Narrative for Faith Formation by Lesli van Milligen The COVID-19 pandemic presents challenges for church gatherings. But what if it is also presenting us with new opportunities for faith formation? Church Admin & Finance, Finance, Pastors, Financial Shalom Financial Shalom Resources (Sept. 2020) by Nate Rauh-Bieri Financial Shalom is a CRCNA program designed to improve the financial well-being of all the CRCNA's pastors and churches. Learn more about available resources!   Ministry Q&As Check out the latest ministry questions posted on The Network: What Are Churches Doing To Encourage Giving as an Act of Worship During COVID-19? by Diaconal Ministries Canada Church Positions Check out the latest church and ministry openings on The Network: Senior Pastor at Prairie Edge CRC (Portage, MI) by Prairie Edge CRC Alger Park Church (Grand Rapids, MI) Seeking Event and Volunteer Coordinator by Jillian Palmer More Posts Check out the latest Resources, Discussion Topics and other posts on The Network:  FREE 24 Solid Oak Church Pews with Grey Seat Pads (Ontario) by Rita Ladjansky 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 © 2020 Christian Reformed Church in North America. All rights reserved. 1700 28th Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508-1407 | 3475 Mainway, Burlington, ON L7R 3Y8