CRC Communications
Edmonton Area CRCNA Airlines - Final Boarding Call - Next week board the “CRCNA Airlines”, where your flight attendants will lead you on a wild adventure chasing our ministry share dollars across the globe. We'll jet off to Cambodia, Uganda, traverse Canada, and so much more. Join us for this epic Ministry Shares workshop and be part of this fun adventure! DATE: Saturday, May 24th, 2025 @ 9:00 a.m. LOCATION: West End CRC, 10015 149 St, Edmonton, AB, T5N 3X6 RSVP: crcna.regfox.com/crcna-airlines-edmonton
40 Days of Prayer for Synod 2025 - It's not too late! Pray-ers from around the denomination and the world began praying for Synod 2025 on May 4, but new pray-ers are always welcome. With prayers contributed by a wide variety of CRC writers, join us as we seek God's guidance and presence for this year's synod. Learn more and sign up for either daily Scripture and prayers OR a week’s worth of Scripture and prayers that will be emailed to you. crcna.org/synod/prayer
Ever Wonder About the Inner Workings of Denominational Ministries? - No, it does not take place in a secret underground bunker— but we do have a brand-new (to us) Ministry Support Center, and you’re invited to see it! If you're curious about where your ministry shares dollars go, or just want a chance to put faces to some of the names of people from whom you get emails, join us for the Dedication and Public Open House on Thursday, May 22, from 4:30 to 6:00 PM. We’ll begin with a dedication ceremony at 4:30 PM (Eastern), followed by guided tours. Can’t be there in person? We’ve got you covered with a livestream of the ceremony. Location: 300 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506, United States. No RSVP required. Free and open to the public. Look for the livestream on www.youtube.com/crcna
CRC Heritage Fund
Doing More for Ministry (3) - “I wish I could do more!” That’s a common sentiment we hear from supporters of CRC Ministries who are passionate about the work of ministries like Thrive, Reframe, and Resonate. One way you can do more for ministry is through a charitable annuity. Make a gift that pays you income for life. When you no longer need the income, the balance of your gift will go toward ministry! Learn more at crcna.org/heritagefund or call Josh Remer, CRCNA Planned Giving Advisor, at 616-223-5885.
ReFrame Ministries
Kids Corner Devotions: Remembering Scripture - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Remembering Scripture” at www.kidscorner.net. When we memorize Bible verses, God’s words stay in our hearts and help us when we need them. Just like practicing something over and over makes it easier to remember, reading and saying Bible verses out loud helps us keep God’s truth with us every day! Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like KC’s Coloring Packet Collection.
Kids Corner Devotions: Guarding Our Hearts - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Guarding Our Hearts” at www.kidscorner.net. The Bible tells us to be careful about what we read, watch, and listen to because it affects our hearts and actions. If you ever see or hear something that doesn’t feel right, choose to stop and talk to a parent about it! Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like KC’s Coloring Packet Collection.
Groundwork: Everything We Have is from God - Whether we have them or not, money and possessions are an inescapable fact of life. Join our Groundwork conversation as we study passages like Exodus 20:15-17, Deuteronomy 5:19-21, Deuteronomy 8:7-18, Leviticus 25:23-28; Proverbs 22:9, Ephesians 4:28, and Matthew 5:40-42 to cultivate a biblical perspective on our money and the things we own in this life. Listen now at Groundworkonline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Groundwork: Money and the Attitude of Your Heart - Can we strike a balance between being grateful for what we have and not being overly attached to it? Join Groundwork as we dig into Mark 10:17-27, Matthew 6:19-24, and 1 John 2:15-17 to reflect on such a balanced attitude toward money and possessions. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Groundwork: Honor God By Using His Resources Wisely - The Bible teaches us we are stewards of God’s resources. Join Groundwork as we study 1 Timothy 6:17-19, Luke 12:13-21, Philippians 4:11-13, Leviticus 27:30, Numbers 18:25-28, and 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 to discuss stewardship, tithing, and what this means for how we handle the money and possessions we have in this life. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Groundwork: God Cares and Will Provide; Trust Him - Our Creator God cares for us and promises in Scripture to provide for our needs. Join Groundwork as we study Nehemiah 9:6, Psalm 145:15-16, Matthew 6:25-34, and Philippians 4:10-13 to learn about God’s providence. Together we’ll discuss what believing these promises looks like in how we pray and live both in times of need and times of plenty. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Kids Corner Devotions: Is This Show Good for Me? - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Is This Show Good for Me?” at www.kidscorner.net. God wants us to focus on things that are good and true, but sometimes it’s hard to know what’s best to watch, read, or play. We can ask for wisdom by thinking about how a story matches God’s truth and how it affects our hearts and actions. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like The Summertime Collection, full of coloring pages, crafts, and activity books.
Kids Corner Devotions: Understanding Pentecost - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Understanding Pentecost” at www.kidscorner.net. After Jesus went to heaven, He sent the Holy Spirit to help His followers share God's love with everyone. The Holy Spirit can help us, too, giving us the power to tell others about Jesus! Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like The Summertime Collection, full of coloring pages, crafts, and activity books.
Kids Corner Devotions: Let's Dance - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Let’s Dance” at www.kidscorner.net. Worshiping God isn’t just about singing—it's about dancing, clapping, and celebrating Him with your whole self! Want to have fun praising God like King David did? Read on to find out how! Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like The Summertime Collection, full of coloring pages, crafts, and activity books.
Thrive
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Stories are powerful; there’s often no better way to convey deep truth, deep pain, and deep love than through a meaningful story. Sharing faith stories helps us grow in Christ as we remember that our individual stories are situated within God's greater story. This week, explore ways to share faith stories with your community. Ask a friend to share their faith story, share your own faith story with a friend, or share stories as a group during a mealtime. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Consejo de Thrive para la Formación en la Fe - Las historias son poderosas; a menudo no hay mejor manera de transmitir verdades profundas, dolores profundos y un amor profundo que a través de una historia significativa. Compartir historias de fe nos ayuda a crecer en Cristo al recordarnos que nuestras historias individuales están situadas dentro de la gran historia de Dios. Esta semana, explora maneras de compartir historias de fe con tu comunidad. Pídele a un amigo que comparta su historia de fe, comparte la tuya con alguien o compartan historias en grupo durante una comida. Presentado por Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive 신앙 훈련 팁 - 이야기는 강력한 힘을 가지고 있습니다. 진실한 이야기는 깊은 진실, 고통, 그리고 사랑을 전달하는 가장 좋은 방법입니다. 신앙 이야기를 나누면 하나님의 더 큰 이야기 안에서 우리의 개인적인 이야기가 어떻게 자리하고 있는지를 깨닫고, 그리스도 안에서 성장할 수 있습니다. 이번 주에는 주변 사람들과 신앙 이야기를 나눌 기회를 찾아보세요. 친구와 자신의 신앙 이야기를 나누거나, 친구의 신앙 이야기를 들어보는 것도 좋습니다. 또한, 식사 시간에 그룹으로 이야기를 함께 나눠 보세요. Thrive에서 제공하는 자료입니다: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - This week we celebrate Ascension Day on Thursday. Romans 8:34 tells us that Jesus “is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us” (NIV). As you think about Christ interceding for us in heaven, what do you imagine he’s asking God the Father for on your behalf? Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Consejo de Thrive para la Formación en la Fe - El jueves de esta semana celebramos el Día de la Ascensión. Romanos 8:34 nos dice que Jesús “está a la derecha de Dios e intercede por nosotros” (NVI). Al reflexionar sobre Cristo intercediendo por nosotros en el cielo, ¿qué imaginas que le está pidiendo a Dios Padre en tu favor? Presentado por Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive 신앙 훈련 팁 - 이번 주 목요일은 예수님의 승천을 기념하는 날입니다. 로마서 8장 34절은 예수께서 "하나님 우편에 계셔 우리를 위해 간구하신다"고 말씀하십니다. 천국에서 우리를 위해 간구하시는 그리스도를 떠올리며, 예수님께서 지금 우리를 위해 어떤 은혜와 도움을 간청하고 계실지 생각해 보세요. Thrive에서 제공하는 자료입니다: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - “The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it” (Psalm 24:1). Now more than ever, it’s important for us to continue to heal our relationship with God’s beautiful creation through our worship, personal actions, and advocacy for the flourishing of the Creator’s handiwork. As World Environment Day (June 5) is celebrated this week, consider how you and your family can lean into our moral responsibility to care for God’s creation. Think of five commitments you can make toward this goal. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Consejo de Thrive para la Formación en la Fe -Día de Oración por los Niños - “El Señor es el dueño de la tierra y todo lo que hay en ella, el mundo y los que en él habitan” (Salmo 24:1). Ahora más que nunca, es importante que sigamos sanando nuestra relación con la hermosa creación de Dios a través de nuestra adoración, acciones personales y defensa del florecimiento de la obra del Creador. Al celebrarse el Día Mundial del Medio Ambiente (5 de junio) esta semana, reflexiona sobre cómo tú y tu familia pueden asumir nuestra responsabilidad moral de cuidar la creación de Dios. Piensa en cinco compromisos que puedan tomar con este propósito. Presentado por Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive 신앙 훈련 팁 - "땅과 거기에 충만한 것과 세계와 그 가운데에 사는 자들은 다 여호와의 것이로다" (시 24:1). 지금은 어느 때보다도 예배와 행동을 통해 하나님의 아름다운 창조 세계를 풍성히 하고 창조물과의 관계를 지속적으로 회복하는 일이 중요합니다. 이번 주 세계 환경의 날(6월 5일)을 맞아, 가족과 함께 하나님의 창조 세계를 돌보는 도덕적 책임을 어떻게 실천할 수 있을지 고민해 보고, 이를 위한 다섯 가지 실천 약속을 정해보세요. Thrive에서 제공하는 자료입니다: crcna.org/Thrive
Indigenous Ministry, Resonate Global Mission, Thrive, World Renew
You’re Invited: Will Clinic – Lunch & Learn - Tuesday, May 27 (12–2 PM) at 3475 Mainway, Burlington, join World Renew, Resonate Global Mission, Thrive, Canadian Justice Ministries, ReFrame, and Christian Stewardship Services for a free in-person Will Clinic Lunch & Learn. Learn how to: Plan or update your will, understand tax and distribution impacts, simplify and maximize charitable giving, meet local ministry partners, enjoy lunch, and gain faith-informed estate planning guidance. RSVP: www.crcna.org/canada/events Contact: 905-336-2920 #7044 or 1-888-975-3769
World Renew
World Renew is Grateful for Your Women of Hope Offering - Your gift of support to World Renew’s Maternal Newborn and Child Health program helps ensure a mother is healthy, can survive childbirth, and become a Woman of Hope. Gifts like yours are helping children eat nutritious meals and overcome malnutrition. Your generosity is helping to equip families to flourish, so they can help build resilient communities. Thank you for your gift of hope. To learn more about World Renew’s work, please visit: worldrenew.ca
World Renew Nicaragua Young Adults Trip - Young adults (18–30), join us in Nicaragua this August 9–17, 2025! Experience God in another culture while developing a perspective on poverty, missions and community development. Scholarship available via application! Contact Andrew Rienstra at [email protected] or visit https://bit.ly/nicaragua2025info to learn more and register.
World Renew Nicaragua Young Adults Trip - Young adults (18–30), join us in Nicaragua this August 9–17, 2025! Experience God in another culture while developing a perspective on poverty, missions, and community development. Scholarship available via application! Contact Maria Oliveira at [email protected] or visit https://bit.ly/nicaragua2025info to learn more and register.
Thank You for Supporting Babies and Moms - Thank you for your generous gifts for babies and mothers worldwide through World Renew on Mother’s Day. Your support for our health initiatives during the first 1,000 days will change countless lives for generations. You’re helping give babies a healthy start so they can grow up strong and flourish with their God-given purpose. To learn more, visit worldrenew.net/first1000days
Other
Register for a High School Experience of a Lifetime! - Tri-State Teens Encounter Christ (TEC) is accepting applications for the upcoming weekend at the Faith Church in Rock Valley, Iowa. TEC is an interdenominational three-day Christian retreat designed to help high schoolers learn more about their faith and their community. The next TEC is June 13-15, 2025. If you would like to learn more about TEC or register, please visit www.TriStateTEC.org or email [email protected]. The cost is $50 and includes a t-shirt & other special gifts. Scholarships are available upon request.
Indigenous Ministry
Hearts Exchanged - It's never too early or too late to participate in a Hearts Exchanged cohort. We have cohorts starting at various times of year -- if you're interested in participating in one in your area or online please reach out at: crcna.org/hearts-exchanged
Hearts Exchanged - One Hearts Exchanged participant said this, "Being a part of this process, and witnessing people faithfully engage with it, gives me a renewed sense of hope for the church’s potential to be a force of healing and reconciliation in a broken world." If you're interested in joining a cohort for these conversations learn more at: crcna.org/hearts-exchanged
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
