Spring 2026 on The Network
Over the past several weeks, the CRCNA’s blog, The Network, has continued to grow as a place where members of the Christian Reformed Church in North America can connect, ask questions, and share practical resources for ministry.
One of the most encouraging developments has been the addition of 10 new writers to the Network Writer’s Cohort. These contributors bring a wide range of experiences, perspectives, and gifts, helping to highlight how God is at work in congregations across North America and around the world. As they begin publishing, these writers are already shaping conversations in ways that are both thoughtful and grounded in the realities of local ministry. Look for more from these wonderful writers in the upcoming months!
As the manager of the Network team, I can see that the Network is at its best when people are willing to share what they’re learning and what they’re seeing God do in their own communities. These new writers are helping us do that by bringing forward stories and insights that others can learn from and build on.
Recent activity on The Network reflects both the diversity of topics facing churches and the desire to learn from one another. In spiritual formation, for example, posts like Your Gifts Put to Work: Reading Scripture have reminded readers that significant change often happens through simple, consistent practices. Rather than focusing only on large-scale programs, contributors have pointed to the simple yet vital ways God works through regular engagement with Scripture and community.
At the same time, practical ministry questions continue to invite important discussion. For example, recent conversations have invited churches to share what software they use for bulletins and newsletters, opening up space for peer learning and resource sharing. These kinds of questions highlight one of The Network’s core strengths, inspiring churches to help churches navigate everyday challenges in ministry.
Other posts have encouraged congregations to think more intentionally about outreach and community engagement. One recent reflection offered practical ways to invite people into “a bigger story,” helping churches consider how everyday interactions can become opportunities for hospitality, relationship building, and witness.
Family and discipleship have also been a focus. A post from GEMS’ girls ministry, Discipleship at Home: Less Pressure, More Presence, encourages parents and caregivers to rethink what faith formation looks like in daily life—not as something driven by performance or pressure but as something rooted in presence, consistency, and relationship.
There has also been meaningful engagement with intercultural ministry. One post introduced four analytical frameworks to help churches better understand and navigate cultural differences, offering tools for congregations seeking to grow in diversity, unity, and mutual understanding. By encouraging thought and intention as churches grow into intercultural ministry, The Network helps to facilitate the denomination’s work in being Christ’s witness in every corner of North America and around the globe.
Taken together, these conversations reflect the heart of The Network: a space where churches can learn from one another, ask honest questions, and share what God is doing in their midst. Whether through theological reflection, practical tools, or stories of everyday faithfulness, The Network continues to be a growing place of encouragement and connection.
To explore recent posts and join the conversation yourself, visit The Network CRCNA.
