ReFrame Ministries
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.
Kids Corner Devotions - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Goodness: Are You a Good Person?” at www.kidscorner.net. Want to know what it really means to be good? When we let God fill our hearts with love, kindness, and patience, we can grow “good fruit” and make the world a brighter, better place. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like KC’s The Bible in One Year Plan.
Kids Corner Devotions: Goodness: Are You a Good Person? - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Goodness: Are You a Good Person?” at www.kidscorner.net. Want to know what it really means to be good? When we let God fill our hearts with love, kindness, and patience, we can grow “good fruit” and make the world a brighter, better place. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like KC’s The Bible in One Year Plan.
Kids Corner Devotions: Gentleness: It's Your Move - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Gentleness: It’s Your Move,” at www.kidscorner.net. Discover the secret power of gentleness—a strength that helps you stay kind, calm, and caring even when things get tough. Like carefully moving a Jenga® block, your gentle words and actions can help keep hearts standing strong! Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like KC’s The Bible in One Year Plan.
Groundwork: Grace is the Root, Our Works are the Fruit. - If we are saved by grace, what is the purpose of our works? Join Groundwork as we study Ephesians 2:1-10, Titus 2:11-14, Philippians 2:12-13, and Romans 6:1-4 to learn how the apostle Paul clarified the relationship between grace and works and gain a deeper understanding of how God’s grace and our works cooperate in our faithful journey of growing in Christlikeness. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
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
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Because we are called to honor and uphold the sanctity of every human life—from the womb to the tomb—we invite you on this Sanctity of Human Life Sunday to put this calling into action. Consider volunteering your time at a local pregnancy center or elder care home as a tangible expression of your commitment to life. As you serve, reflect on how the experience deepens your understanding and strengthens your role as an advocate for the dignity and value of every human life. Take time to write down how this experience has shaped your heart and perspective. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Consejo de Formación en la Fe – Thrive - Como hemos sido llamados a honrar y defender la santidad de toda vida humana—desde el vientre hasta la tumba—le invitamos, en este Domingo por la Santidad de la Vida Humana, a poner en práctica ese llamado. Considere ofrecer su tiempo como voluntario en un centro de embarazo local o en un hogar de cuidado para personas mayores, como una expresión tangible de su compromiso con la vida. Mientras sirve, reflexione sobre cómo esta experiencia profundiza su entendimiento y fortalece su papel como defensor de la dignidad y el valor de cada vida humana. Tómese un momento para escribir cómo esta experiencia ha transformado su corazón y perspectiva. Presentado por Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive 신앙 훈련 팁 - 우리는 태아부터 죽음에 이르기까지 모든 생명의 신성함을 존중하고 지켜야 할 부름을 받았습니다. 이번 “생명 존중 주일”에는 이 부르심을 삶으로 실천해 보세요. 생명 존중을 구체적으로 실천하기 위해 지역 임산부 지원 센터나 노인 요양원에서 봉사해 보는 것도 좋습니다. 그 경험을 통해 모든 생명의 존엄성과 가치를 더 깊이 이해하고, 생명을 옹호하는 사람으로서의 사명을 되새겨 보세요. 그리고 그 시간이 여러분의 마음과 관점에 어떤 변화를 주었는지 기록해보세요. Thrive에서 제공하는 자료입니다: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - The faith practice of remembering provides a way to center our attention on what God has done in our lives as a reminder that God is with us here and now. As the month of January draws to a close, share your favorite memory from the past month or past year with your family members or friends, recognizing God’s care and love for you in that moment. For more info on the faith practice of remembering, see crcna.org/FaithPracticesProject/remembering. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Consejo de Formación en la Fe – Thrive - La práctica espiritual del recordar nos ofrece una forma de centrar nuestra atención en lo que Dios ha hecho en nuestras vidas, como recordatorio de que Dios está con nosotros aquí y ahora. Al llegar al final del mes de enero, comparta con su familia o amigos su recuerdo favorito del mes o del año pasado, reconociendo el cuidado y el amor de Dios en ese momento. Para más información sobre la práctica de la fe de recordar, visite: crcna.org/FaithPracticesProject/remembering Presentado por Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive 신앙 훈련 팁 - "기억하는 신앙 훈련"은 하나님께서 우리 삶에 행하신 일에 마음을 집중하고, 지금도 우리와 함께하신다는 사실을 되새기게 합니다. 1월이 저물어가는 이때, 지난 한 달이나 한 해 동안 가장 기억에 남는 순간을 가족이나 친구들과 나누어 보세요. 그리고 그 기억 속에 담긴 하나님의 돌보심과 사랑을 기억하며 감사하는 시간을 가져보세요. “기억하는 신앙 훈련”에 대한 자세한 내용은 crcna.org/FaithPracticesProject/remembering에서 확인할 수 있습니다. Thrive에서 제공하는 자료입니다: crcna.org/Thrive
Resonate Global Mission
Go Deeper in Faith Through a Trip with Resonate - Come on a journey with Resonate Global Mission—starting in Grand Rapids, Michigan, through Guatemala, and ending in Costa Rica as we visit stops along the route of people on the move. Together we will learn from their faith, hear their stories and connect them to our own, and learn to better love our neighbors as ourselves. The trip is April 17-28, 2026 with an application deadline of January 31, 2026. Learn more and let us know you're interested at www.resonateglobalmission.org/move
Young Adult Opportunity with Resonate - Are you around 16-20 years old? Speak some Spanish? Interested in getting a taste of ministry in Central America? Join an unforgettable two-week journey with Resonate Global Mission—travel through Guatemala and El Salvador where you'll dive into real-life mission work, get to know Central American young people, experience God's love, and discover how God might be calling you to make a difference now and in the future. The trip is July 1-15, 2026 and the application deadline is February 28, 2026. Learn more at www.resonateglobalmission.org/encounter
Calvin University
Paul’s Missionary Journeys in Greece - (April 3-13, 2026) Travel by motor coach (6 days) and cruise ship (3 days) to sites connected with Paul’s second and third missionary journeys, as well as visit other major sites of biblical, archaeological, and cultural interest. Jeff Weima, professor at Calvin Theological Seminary and leading Pauline scholar, hosts this inspirational tour. For more information, contact Dr. Weima at 616-328-3110 or [email protected]
The January Series - The January Series at Calvin University returns on January 19, 2026. Join us in-person or online. Speaker lineup and registration (for online viewing) can be found at www.calvin.edu/january
Calvin University Speech & Hearing Clinic - The Calvin Speech & Hearing Clinic has several openings for both speech therapy and pediatric feeding therapy for the spring semester (January 26-April 30). We also will be providing a picky eaters therapy group for children ages 4-6 on Fridays at 9am, beginning January 30. If you’d like to be considered for speech or feeding services, please contact Tiffany at 616-526-6070 or [email protected]
CRC Communications
You Are Invited - Directors from CRCNA ministries such as Thrive, Resonate Global Mission, Reframe Ministries, and the Office of General Secretary are planning to travel to Central California on January 17 to spend time learning from you, listening to what is happening in your churches, and answering your questions. We would love to see every church from your region represented. The event will take place at Almond Valley CRC from 10-4, lunch is provided, and registration is free. Register at https://forms.gle/xfS3ZaEyojX7GHzc9
An Opportunity to Serve - The CRCNA is looking for nominees willing to serve as At-Large members of the Council of Delegates and the Canada Ministry Board. The Council of Delegates acts as the interim governing body of the CRCNA, providing governance and oversight of the denomination’s ministries and activities between our annual Synods. The Canada Ministry Board provides governance and oversight of the work of the Canadian Ministries. If you have skills and expertise in board governance and a heart for the CRCNA, or know of someone who does, we invite you to complete this nomination form (https://bit.ly/COD-nominations).
