Gravamen: What It Is and How to Use It The term gravamen has been much discussed lately, at least in council and classical leadership circles. Here is what you need to know. Food as a Message of Hope January Series speaker Nate Mook discussed his work helping to supply food for victims of disasters and the war in Ukraine. Painting Walls and Practicing Hospitality In August a group of teenagers from Michigan painted a wall in Costa Rica. The people they met taught them lessons to take home. Loving One Another by Design January Series speaker Sara Hendren told stories of people who use their bodies in various ways to confront and adapt to physical challenges. Building Bridges in Polarizing Times In her presentation at the 2023 January Series, Mónica Guzmán suggested that curiosity and listening can be powerful tools in bridging division between people with differing opinions. $20M in Grants Available to Historic Congregations In 2016, First CRC in Grand Rapids, Mich., received $100,000 to help with a renovation project. This year 80 additional churches may receive similar help. Top CRC News Stories in 2022 From synodical decisions to leadership changes to special events to worldwide ministry concerns, the CRCNA has had a momentous year. Resonate Sends 30 New Missionaries Within the past year and a half, Resonate has sent more than 30 new missionaries to the field. Seminary Holds Korean Chapel Jeong Gho, a missionary with Resonate Global Mission, led a special chapel for 51 Korean students at Calvin Theological Seminary and their families. Gathering at the Manger Zachary King, general secretary, and Al Postma, Canadian transitional executive director, share an advent reflection. Ministry Continues Despite Haitian Unrest The CRCNA has a long history of working in Haiti. Following months of gang violence, World Renew and Resonate are continuing in their ministry there. Into the Woods of Northern Alberta There was no church where retirees Roger and Evelyn lived. Instead, the new Christians grew in faith through a radio program until a church began. Church Closure Blesses Ministry After 80 years of ministry Ridgewood (N.J.) CRC was able to help locally and globally even as the congregation disbanded. Student Entrepreneurs Compete for $1,000 A dozen Calvin University students pitched their ideas at the 2022 Fall PitchUp competition, with the top prize winner receiving $1,000. Sustainability in Tucson Mission Church in Tucson, Ariz., sees the earth as a gift to be loved and stewarded. 2022 CRC Ministry Highlights A report summarizing the work of CRCNA ministries in 2022 is now available. Seminary Receives ‘Compelling Preaching’ Grant Calvin Theological Seminary’s Center for Excellence in Preaching has received almost $960,000 as part of a Compelling Preaching Initiative. Students Seek ‘Servant Hearts’ at Christmas A class of sixth graders at Brantford (Ont.) Christian School are buying chickens to help people facing hunger and poverty around the world. Sermon and Service Package Available The CRCNA is providing a special worship-service package to help congregations and to offer pastors and worship leaders a break this holiday season. Churches Focus on Hospitality Brian Fournier was homeless in downtown Thorold, Ont., when he met Terence Schilstra, pastor of a local church that meets on Sundays in the carport of the pastor’s home. Developing Ministry Leaders Calvin University’s Ministry Leadership Cohort offers pathways for students of all majors who want to live out their faith in all of life. An Evening of Storytelling A crowd filled the sanctuary of Meadowlands Fellowship CRC, Ancaster, Ont., to take in and reflect on impressions of “Place, Home, and Land.” Calvin University Clarifies Employee Guidelines on Sexuality Information sessions for faculty and staff were held to discuss positions, policies, and requirements for honoring the CRCNA position on human sexuality. CRCNA Spreading Restorative Practices Facilitators are introducing ministry leaders to a biblical and practical approach to making decisions, dealing with differences, and leading effectively during anxious times. Pagination First Previous … Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Current page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 … Next Last
Gravamen: What It Is and How to Use It The term gravamen has been much discussed lately, at least in council and classical leadership circles. Here is what you need to know.
Food as a Message of Hope January Series speaker Nate Mook discussed his work helping to supply food for victims of disasters and the war in Ukraine.
Painting Walls and Practicing Hospitality In August a group of teenagers from Michigan painted a wall in Costa Rica. The people they met taught them lessons to take home.
Loving One Another by Design January Series speaker Sara Hendren told stories of people who use their bodies in various ways to confront and adapt to physical challenges.
Building Bridges in Polarizing Times In her presentation at the 2023 January Series, Mónica Guzmán suggested that curiosity and listening can be powerful tools in bridging division between people with differing opinions.
$20M in Grants Available to Historic Congregations In 2016, First CRC in Grand Rapids, Mich., received $100,000 to help with a renovation project. This year 80 additional churches may receive similar help.
Top CRC News Stories in 2022 From synodical decisions to leadership changes to special events to worldwide ministry concerns, the CRCNA has had a momentous year.
Resonate Sends 30 New Missionaries Within the past year and a half, Resonate has sent more than 30 new missionaries to the field.
Seminary Holds Korean Chapel Jeong Gho, a missionary with Resonate Global Mission, led a special chapel for 51 Korean students at Calvin Theological Seminary and their families.
Gathering at the Manger Zachary King, general secretary, and Al Postma, Canadian transitional executive director, share an advent reflection.
Ministry Continues Despite Haitian Unrest The CRCNA has a long history of working in Haiti. Following months of gang violence, World Renew and Resonate are continuing in their ministry there.
Into the Woods of Northern Alberta There was no church where retirees Roger and Evelyn lived. Instead, the new Christians grew in faith through a radio program until a church began.
Church Closure Blesses Ministry After 80 years of ministry Ridgewood (N.J.) CRC was able to help locally and globally even as the congregation disbanded.
Student Entrepreneurs Compete for $1,000 A dozen Calvin University students pitched their ideas at the 2022 Fall PitchUp competition, with the top prize winner receiving $1,000.
Sustainability in Tucson Mission Church in Tucson, Ariz., sees the earth as a gift to be loved and stewarded.
2022 CRC Ministry Highlights A report summarizing the work of CRCNA ministries in 2022 is now available.
Seminary Receives ‘Compelling Preaching’ Grant Calvin Theological Seminary’s Center for Excellence in Preaching has received almost $960,000 as part of a Compelling Preaching Initiative.
Students Seek ‘Servant Hearts’ at Christmas A class of sixth graders at Brantford (Ont.) Christian School are buying chickens to help people facing hunger and poverty around the world.
Sermon and Service Package Available The CRCNA is providing a special worship-service package to help congregations and to offer pastors and worship leaders a break this holiday season.
Churches Focus on Hospitality Brian Fournier was homeless in downtown Thorold, Ont., when he met Terence Schilstra, pastor of a local church that meets on Sundays in the carport of the pastor’s home.
Developing Ministry Leaders Calvin University’s Ministry Leadership Cohort offers pathways for students of all majors who want to live out their faith in all of life.
An Evening of Storytelling A crowd filled the sanctuary of Meadowlands Fellowship CRC, Ancaster, Ont., to take in and reflect on impressions of “Place, Home, and Land.”
Calvin University Clarifies Employee Guidelines on Sexuality Information sessions for faculty and staff were held to discuss positions, policies, and requirements for honoring the CRCNA position on human sexuality.
CRCNA Spreading Restorative Practices Facilitators are introducing ministry leaders to a biblical and practical approach to making decisions, dealing with differences, and leading effectively during anxious times.
