Indigenous Ministry
Hearts Exchanged - Are you feeling called to deepen your understanding of reconciliation with our Indigenous neighbours? Do you long for your church to be a place of true belonging? Then consider joining Hearts Exchanged this fall! crcna.org/hearts-exchanged
Hearts Exchanged - Deepen your understanding of reconciliation with Indigenous neighbours through Hearts Exchanged this fall. Engage in honest dialogue about colonialism, learn from Indigenous perspectives grounded in scripture, and become a catalyst for reconciliation within your community. Sign-ups are now open! crcna.org/hearts-exchanged
Hearts Exchanged - It's back to school -- regardless of what age you are, what do you want to learn this year? If you answered 'more about reconciliation' consider joining a Hearts Exchanged cohort to walk alongside others interested in reconciliation. Learn more at: crcna.org/hearts-exchanged
ReFrame Ministries
Kids Corner Devotions: God's Grand Story: Isaac: God's Promise - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “God's Grand Story: Isaac: God's Promise” at www.kidscorner.net. Get ready for an exciting journey with Abraham and Isaac as they discover how God always comes through, even when things feel uncertain! This powerful story will remind your family that you can trust God's promises no matter what. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like the Kids Corner eBook Collection: Faith Practices.
Kids Corner Devotions: God's Grand Story: Miriam Matters - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “God's Grand Story: Miriam Matters” at www.kidscorner.net. Discover how brave, quick-thinking Miriam played a big part in God’s plan to save her baby brother, Moses! This encouraging story shows that even when we feel small or unseen, God sees us and has something special for each of us to do. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like the Kids Corner Ebook Collection: Faith Practices.
Kids Corner Devotions - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “God's Grand Story: Samuel Serves” at www.kidscorner.net. Want to hear a cool story about a kid God spoke to at night? Samuel was just a kid like you, and God used him in amazing ways—this devotion will inspire your whole family to listen for God's voice, obey with courage, and shine his light every day! Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like the Kids Corner eBook Collection: Faith Practices.
Kids Corner Devotions - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “God's Grand Story: David's Confidence in God” at www.kidscorner.net. Discover how God used young David to do something incredible and how he can use you, too! Be inspired to trust God's strength in every challenge, no matter how big it seems. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like the Kids Corner Bible Story Podcast Series.
Kids in Action: Glory Girls - Kids in Action host Maraleisa laces up with the Glory Girls Run Club—a group of girls who aren’t just running for fun (though they do love that part). They’re building confidence, teamwork, and unstoppable faith. It’s Kids in Action, running with the Glory Girls, and learning more about who God made us to be! Check out the video at https://kidscorner.net/kids-in-action/glory-girls
Groundwork: The Victory of God - In story after story in Luke, we witness Jesus extending his healing and victory to rejected, isolated individuals—outsiders. Join Groundwork as we study the recurring theme of the victory of God for us and for all who are marginalized or far off in Luke 5:12-16; Luke 17:11-19; Luke 8:1-10, 41-56; and Luke 13:10-17, and together we’ll think about what this means for how we live our faith today. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Thrive
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - In the church year we are in “Ordinary Time,” a season named not because it is less significant than other church seasons but because it’s a time to focus on faithfulness in our ordinary, day-to-day lives. This week, ponder how you can “take your everyday, ordinary life—your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life—and place it before God as an offering” (Romans 12:1-2, MSG). Choose one daily activity that you can write a simple prayer about, and say that prayer each day. Small practices like this can make us mindful of God's presence in the ordinary. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Consejo de Thrive para la Formación en la Fe - En el calendario de la iglesia, estamos en el “Tiempo Ordinario”, una temporada que no se llama así porque sea menos significativa que otras temporadas, sino porque es un tiempo para enfocarnos en la fidelidad en nuestras vidas cotidianas. Esta semana, reflexiona sobre cómo puedes “tomar tu vida cotidiana, ordinaria—tu dormir, comer, ir al trabajo y caminar—y ponerla ante Dios como una ofrenda” (Romanos 12:1-2, MSG). Elige una actividad diaria sobre la cual puedas escribir una oración simple y di esa oración cada día. Prácticas pequeñas como esta pueden hacernos conscientes de la presencia de Dios en lo ordinario. Presentado por Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive 신앙 훈련 팁 - 교회력에서 지금은 '일반주일 기간'입니다. 이 시기는 다른 교회 절기보다 덜 중요한 것이 아니라, 평범한 일상 속에서 신실하게 살아가는 데 집중하는 시기입니다. 이번 주에는 "여러분의 일상생활, 곧 자고 먹고 일하고 돌아다니는 모든 것을 하나님 앞에 예물로 드리십시오"(롬 12:1-2, 메시지성경)라는 말씀을 떠올리며, 어떻게 하면 우리의 평범한 일상을 하나님께 드릴 수 있을지 묵상해 보세요. 매일 하는 활동 중 하나를 선택해 그 활동에 대한 짧은 기도문을 작성하고, 매일 그 기도를 드려보세요. 이러한 작은 실천들이 우리의 평범한 일상 속에서 하나님의 임재를 더 깊이 깨닫게 할 것입니다. Thrive에서 제공하는 자료입니다: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Eugene Peterson paraphrased part of 1 Corinthians 12 in The Message by saying, “Each person is given something to do that shows who God is: Everyone gets in on it, everyone benefits. All kinds of things are handed out by the Spirit, and to all kinds of people! The variety is wonderful. . . .” Think of a family member or friend. Have a discussion, write a note, or draw a picture for them about how you have seen God work through them. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Consejo de Thrive para la Formación en la Fe - Eugene Peterson parafraseó parte de 1 Corintios 12 en The Message diciendo: “A cada persona se le da algo que hacer que muestra quién es Dios: Todos se benefician de ello, todos se benefician. ¡Todo tipo de cosas son entregadas por el Espíritu, y a todo tipo de personas! La variedad es maravillosa…” Piensa en un miembro de tu familia o un amigo. Ten una conversación, escribe una nota o dibuja una imagen para ellos sobre cómo has visto a Dios obrar a través de ellos. Presentado por Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive 신앙 훈련 팁 - 유진 피터슨은 메시지 성경에서 고린도전서 12장을 이렇게 번역했습니다. "모든 사람에게는 하나님이 어떤 분이신지 드러낼 사명이 주어졌습니다. 모두가 참여하고, 그로 인해 모든 사람이 은혜와 유익을 누립니다. 성령께서는 온갖 은사를 다양한 사람들에게 나누어 주십니다! 그 다양함은 정말 놀랍습니다..." 가족이나 친구를 떠올려 보세요. 하나님께서 그들을 통해 어떻게 일하셨는지에 대해 함께 이야기를 나누거나 편지 또는 그림으로 마음을 전해 보세요. Thrive에서 제공하는 자료입니다: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - As a part of his Sermon on the Mount, Jesus told the disciples, “Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?” (Matt. 6:26, NIV). Spend some time this week watching birds. Go on a hike near a body of water, put a bird feeder in your backyard, or simply watch for birds as you travel throughout your day. As you observe these creatures, be reminded of God’s care and provision. Make a list of the ways God provides for you daily. Place it somewhere in your home where it can serve as a daily reminder of God’s care for you. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Consejo de Thrive para la Formación en la Fe - Como parte de su Sermón del Monte, Jesús les dijo a sus discípulos: “Miren las aves del cielo: no siembran ni cosechan ni recogen en graneros, y sin embargo, su Padre celestial las alimenta. ¿No valen ustedes mucho más que ellas?” (Mateo 6:26, NVI). Dedica algo de tiempo esta semana observando aves. Haz una caminata cerca de un cuerpo de agua, coloca un comedero para aves en tu jardín o simplemente observa las aves mientras te desplazas a lo largo de tu día. Mientras observas estas criaturas, recuerda el cuidado y la provisión de Dios. Haz una lista de las formas en que Dios te provee cada día. Colócala en un lugar de tu hogar donde pueda servir como recordatorio diario del cuidado de Dios por ti. Presentado por Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive 신앙 훈련 팁 - 예수님은 산상수훈에서 제자들에게 말씀하셨습니다. "공중의 새를 보라 심지도 않고 거두지도 않고 창고에 모아들이지도 아니하되 너희 하늘 아버지께서 기르시나니 너희는 이것들보다 귀하지 아니하냐?" (마 6:26). 이번 주 새들을 관찰하며 하나님의 돌보심을 떠올려 보세요. 물가를 따라 하이킹을 하거나, 뒤뜰에 새 먹이통을 설치하거나, 이동 중에 새들을 관찰하는 것도 좋습니다. 새들을 보며 하나님의 돌보심과 은혜를 기억하고, 매일 하나님께서 어떻게 우리의 필요를 채워 주셨는지 떠올려 보세요. 이를 기록해 눈에 띄는 곳에 두고 하나님의 신실하심을 매일 기억해보세요. Thrive에서 제공하는 자료입니다: crcna.org/Thrive
CRC Communications
Intercultural Congregations Network - Our church is exploring new ways to engage with the diverse communities around us! The CRC in Canada has launched the Intercultural Congregations Network to help churches welcome, integrate, and thrive in a multicultural world. This network offers coaching, resources, and connections to deepen our collective work in God's diverse kingdom. Contact Intercultural Ministry at [email protected] to learn how you can be involved.
CRC Heritage Fund
Savvy Ways to Give - Generous Christians like you are giving to CRC ministries in savvy ways that have tremendous impact AND reduce their taxes! If you own stock, real estate, or other non-cash assets, you, too, can get in on the tax-saving action! When you give non-cash assets to the CRCNA , you will receive a fair market value deduction at the time of your gift. You’ll also avoid capital gains on the sale of appreciated assets. Learn more at crcna.org/heritagefund or call Josh Remer, CRCNA Planned Giving Advisor at 616-223-5885.
Other
Position Opening: Director of Partnership Administration - Grand Rapids, MI or Burlington ON. - Are you a servant leader with a proven track record of excellence in administration and organizational management? Do you love the church and want to use your passion for good governance, organizational strategies, and balanced budgets to further God's kingdom? Then please consider applying for the CRCNA's director of partnership administration position. As a member of the Office of General Secretary, the Director of Partnership Administration works collaboratively to guide and orient the ministries of the CRCNA according to the direction provided by the CRCNA ecclesiastical assemblies, especially synod and the Council of Delegates. Partnering with the executive leaders of the Canadian and U.S. ministry boards as well as leaders of the educational institutions and World Renew, the Director of Partnership Administration will advance the work of the CRCNA in areas such as governance and compliance, joint ministry plans, finance, and budgets to create a well-functioning organization that operates on both sides of the Canada-U.S. border. Apply at crcna.pinpointhq.com
World Renew
World Renew Disaster Response Services (DRS) - Are you someone with time on your hands that is passionate about service towards God’s kingdom? It’s not too late to repair homes in a disaster-impacted community this fall by volunteering with World Renew DRS! Our reconstruction teams in Sarasota, Florida, and Windsor, North Carolina, have a spot waiting for you. Contact Diana Marquez, our Volunteer Program Manager, at [email protected] or 616-224-0701 for more information.
