ReFrame Ministries
Kids Corner Devotions: Advent at Home: Away in a Manger - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Advent at Home: Away in the Manger” at www.kidscorner.net. Jesus knows what it feels like to be human, just like you. This means He understands when you’re tired, hurt, or having a hard day. He loves you so much and always knows how to comfort and care for you! Explore all the great content at kidscorner.net, including the Kids Corner Christmas Collection of devotions, Bible stories, crafts, and activities.
Kids Corner Devotions: New Year. New You. - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “New Year. New You.” at www.kidscorner.net. Start the new year with more than just fresh goals—let God’s Spirit make you new from the inside out! His gifts of love, joy, peace, kindness, and more will help you shine like Jesus wherever you go. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like KC’s The Bible in One Year Plan.
Kids Corner Devotions: Love: God's Most Powerful Gift - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Love: God’s Most Powerful Gift” at www.kidscorner.net. You were made to love and be loved—God made you special and gave you a heart that can share kindness, hope, and joy with others. When you choose love every day, you show strength, shine like Jesus, and make the world a brighter place! Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like KC’s The Bible in One Year Plan.
Kids Corner Devotions: Joy is Better Than Happiness - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Joy is Better than Happiness” at www.kidscorner.net. Discover how choosing joy can make every day brighter, even when things don’t go your way! Learn how God helps us find real joy that lasts longer than just being happy. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like KC’s The Bible in One Year Plan.
Groundwork: The Light of the World Among Us - Together, let’s explore the moment Isaiah’s anticipation of light turns to the reality of the light of the world among us. Join Groundwork as we study Isaiah 9:2-7, Luke 2:1-20, John 8:12, Ephesians 5:8-9, and Revelation 22:5 to discuss Jesus Christ’s birth, life, and the hope he brings, uncovering the profound meaning of Christ’s light shining in our world and how we live as children of light. GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Thrive
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - It’s almost Christmas Day! How many different ways can you think of to say “Merry Christmas!” to people who know the story of Christmas and to people who don’t know the story? And how might you say “Merry Christmas!” to God this week in a way that reflects love back to our Creator? Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Consejo de Formación en la Fe – Thrive - ¡Ya casi es Navidad! ¿Cuántas formas distintas se le ocurren para decir “¡Feliz Navidad!” tanto a quienes conocen la historia de Navidad como a quienes no la conocen? ¿Y cómo podría usted decirle “¡Feliz Navidad!” a Dios esta semana de una manera que le demuestre amor al Creador? Presentado por Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive 신앙 훈련 팁 - 벌써 크리스마스가 다가오고 있습니다. 크리스마스 이야기를 아는 사람들과 모르는 사람들에게 "메리 크리스마스!"라고 말할 수 있는 다양한 방법은 무엇이 있을까요? 이번 주에는, 우리 창조주께 사랑으로 응답하는 방식으로 하나님께 "메리 크리스마스!"를 어떻게 전할 수 있을지도 함께 고민해 보세요. Thrive에서 제공하는 자료입니다: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - As one year ends and another begins, pause for a time of taking spiritual inventory with your family, friends, or on your own. Ask questions like these: Where did we see God this year? Where did we resist growth? Where do we feel God is calling us next? Consider writing a prayer of release and a prayer of commitment to guide your transition into the new year. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Consejo de Formación en la Fe – Thrive - Al terminar un año y comenzar otro, tómese un momento para hacer un inventario espiritual con su familia, amigos o en solitario. Pregúntese: ¿Dónde vimos a Dios este año? ¿Dónde resistimos el crecimiento? ¿Hacia dónde sentimos que Dios nos está llamando ahora? Considere escribir una oración de entrega y una oración de compromiso que le ayuden a hacer la transición al nuevo año. Presentado por Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive 신앙 훈련 팁 - 한 해의 끝과 새해의 시작을 맞아, 가족이나 친구들과 함께 또는 혼자서 영적 점검의 시간을 가져보세요. 다음과 같은 질문을 함께 나눠 보세요. 올해 우리는 어디에서 하나님을 경험했는가? 어떤 부분에서 성장을 주저했는가? 하나님께서는 지금 우리를 어디로 부르고 계신가? 새해를 맞으며 한해를 정리하는 기도와 새로운 헌신의 기도를 직접 써보는 것도 좋은 영적 연습이 될 수 있습니다. Thrive에서 제공하는 자료입니다: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Epiphany (January 6) reminds us that Jesus was revealed to the Magi, who were considered outsiders and seekers. This week ask God to show you someone who might feel like an outsider or seeker. How can you reflect Christ’s light and love to them? Sometimes the simplest act—an invitation, a kind word, a prayer—can be a guiding light in a weary world. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Consejo de Formación en la Fe – Thrive - La Epifanía (6 de enero) nos recuerda que Jesús se reveló a los sabios, quienes eran considerados forasteros y buscadores. Esta semana, pídale a Dios que le muestre a alguien que pueda sentirse como un forastero o buscador. ¿Cómo puede usted reflejar la luz y el amor de Cristo hacia esa persona? A veces el acto más sencillo—una invitación, una palabra amable, una oración—puede ser una luz guía en un mundo cansado. Presentado por Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive 신앙 훈련 팁 - 주현절(1월 6일)은 예수님께서 이방인이자 진리를 갈망했던 동방박사들에게 자신을 나타내신 날을 기념합니다. 이번 주에는 소외되었거나 진리를 찾고 있는 이들을 만나게 달라고 하나님께 기도해 보세요. 그들에게 그리스도의 빛과 사랑을 어떻게 전할 수 있을지 생각해 보세요. 때로는 초대, 따뜻한 말 한마디, 기도와 같은 작은 행동이 힘든 세상 속에서 큰 등불이 될 수 있습니다. Thrive에서 제공하는 자료입니다: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Galatians 3:28 reminds us of the profound unity we share as believers in Christ, regardless of our backgrounds or perceived differences. As members of God’s diverse yet unified family, we are called to live into the vision proclaimed in this verse. This week, as we commemorate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.—a faithful advocate of this very vision—consider how you and your family or friends might actively embrace and embody this unity by building relationships with families of different racial and cultural backgrounds. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Consejo de Formación en la Fe – Thrive - Gálatas 3:28 nos recuerda la profunda unidad que compartimos como creyentes en Cristo, sin importar nuestros orígenes ni nuestras diferencias percibidas. Como miembros de la familia de Dios—diversa pero unida—estamos llamados a vivir conforme a la visión proclamada en ese versículo. Esta semana, al conmemorar el nacimiento del Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., fiel defensor de esa visión, considere cómo usted y su familia o amigos pueden adoptar activamente esa unidad entablando relaciones con familias de diferentes orígenes raciales y culturales. Presentado por Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive 신앙 훈련 팁 - 갈라디아서 3장 28절은 배경이나 인식의 차이를 넘어, 우리가 그리스도 안에서 하나로 연합된 존재임을 일깨워 줍니다. 다양하면서도 하나 된 하나님의 가족으로서, 우리는 이 말씀에 담긴 비전을 삶 속에서 실현하도록 부름받았습니다. 이번 주, 이 비전을 몸소 실천했던 마틴 루터 킹 목사의 생일을 기념하며, 가족이나 친구들과 함께 인종과 문화가 다른 이웃들과 어떻게 더 깊은 관계를 맺고 그리스도 안에서의 연합을 실천할 수 있을지 생각해 보세요. Thrive에서 제공하는 자료입니다: crcna.org/Thrive
Indigenous Ministry
Truth, Reconciliation, and Exchanging Hearts - Calvin Theological Seminary’s Truth, Reconciliation, & Exchanging Hearts course offers a focused look at Canada’s Indigenous history and practical guidance for ministry leaders pursuing reconciliation. Deadline to apply is January 30. Learn more: https://loom.ly/I4i8muI
World Renew
Celebrating the Greatest Gift - As we exchange gifts at Christmas, we celebrate Jesus, God’s great gift to us. Will you add a child or family living in poverty to your Christmas giving today? Your donation to World Renew helps people around the world improve their lives and find home in their heart for Jesus. Please give generously during today’s offering for World Renew or online at worldrenew.ca/gifts
Thank You for Giving! - Thank you for sharing God’s love with people experiencing need in the World Renew offering this season. Your gift is providing help and hope for families who are facing poverty, disaster, and crisis today. Do you want to give to show love to our global neighbours as we enter the New Year? You can go to worldrenew.ca/gifts Thank you for renewing hope with us!
Celebrating the Greatest Gift - As we exchange gifts at Christmas, we celebrate Jesus, God’s great gift to us. Will you add a child or family living in poverty to your Christmas giving today? Your donation to World Renew helps people around the world improve their lives and find home in their heart for Jesus. Please give generously in today’s offering for World Renew or online at worldrenew.net/gifts
Thank You for Giving! - Thank you for sharing God’s love with people experiencing need in the World Renew offering this season. Your gift is providing help and hope for families who are facing poverty, disaster, and crisis today. Do you want to give to help people as we enter the New Year? You can go to worldrenew.net/gifts Thank you for renewing hope with us!
Position Opening: Director of Justice and Peace - The Director of Justice and Peace position at World Renew is now live. This is a full-time, leadership role open to candidates in Canada and the United States. The director will provide vision and strategic leadership for World Renew’s Justice and Peace Program, guiding staff, projects, partnerships, resource development, and external engagement. This position will strengthen World Renew’s capacity in Justice and Peace initiatives, ensuring programming is rooted in biblical principles and aligned with our global strategy. The director will collaborate across teams to deliver transformational, community-driven projects, advocate for systemic change, and engage with external partners to amplify our impact worldwide. Learn more and apply at worldrenew.ca/careers by January 2.
Position Opening: Director of Justice and Peace - The Director of Justice and Peace position at World Renew is now live. This is a full-time, leadership role open to candidates in Canada and the United States. The director will provide vision and strategic leadership for World Renew’s Justice and Peace Program, guiding staff, projects, partnerships, resource development, and external engagement. This position will strengthen World Renew’s capacity in Justice and Peace initiatives, ensuring programming is rooted in biblical principles and aligned with our global strategy. The director will collaborate across teams to deliver transformational, community-driven projects, advocate for systemic change, and engage with external partners to amplify our impact worldwide. Learn more and apply at worldrenew.net/careers by January 2.
Help Families Affected by the Pacific Northwest Flooding - Beginning December 8, heavy nonstop rains have led to record flooding in western and central parts of Washington state, killing at least one person and forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate due to profound damage to homes and communities. World Renew Disaster Response Services (DRS) is preparing a response to help flood survivors, including in communities already recovering from severe flooding in 2021. Please join us in prayer and donate to help flood survivors at worldrenew.net/northwest, by calling 1-800-552-7972, or by mailing a check made out to World Renew, with "Pacific Northwest Floods 2025" in the memo line, to: World Renew, 8970 Byron Commerce Dr SW, Byron Center, MI 49315.
Other
EduDeo Ministries: We’re Hiring a Co-Impact Program Manager - Are you a strong communicator and strategic organizer who enjoys connecting people to meaningful opportunities? Do you excel at coordinating details while also keeping the bigger mission in view? If so, EduDeo Ministries invites you to consider this role. As EduDeo’s Co-Impact Program Manager, you’ll lead and strengthen our short-term volunteer program - recruiting, equipping, and supporting teams as they serve alongside our international partners. This is a unique opportunity to invest your skills in work that has global, lasting impact. Visit https://edudeo.com/careers for more information. Applications are due on January 7, 2026.
Diaconal Ministries Canada
Merry Christmas from Diaconal Ministries! - As this year draws to a close, we pause with deep gratitude for the ways churches and individuals have supported Diaconal Ministries Canada. Your generosity, prayers, and encouragement have been a steady sign of God’s presence at work through His people. Our work with deacons and churches across Canada is deliberate, relational, and Spirit-led—and it is only possible through faithful partners like you. You can read more about our work and the impact it's having on our website: https://diaconalministries.com. We also invite you to give a year-end donation - through your church or via our website. Together, may we enter the new year with expectation, believing that what we already have is enough for God to do immeasurably more. Merry Christmas from all of us at Diaconal Ministries Canada!
