God’s call to justice, and our walk as faithful citizens in this world, inspires passionate debate. Sometimes these debates descend into polarization that sounds like: “Its Us vs. Them… and them are "no-good-evil-doers.” In this workshop we'll discuss mutual respect as salt and light Christian witness in today's political climate. We'll share stories, draw on... Read more »
Keynote Speaker: Andrew Root, Professor of Youth & Family Ministry (Luther Seminary) Hosts 1Life Curators Larry Doornbos, Vibrant Congregations Fleetwood CRC Music Mark Glanville Jazz Trio Sessions including: public talk & breakouts evening prayer (Taize) church café-workshop backyarding & woodsy wanderings table fellowship book table communion worship youth ministry track
Make Reconciliation Possible is a three-day equipping retreat with Healing Hearts Transforming Nations (HHTN) based on healing experiences from areas of global conflict. It will set you on a path of healing and reconciliation. July 30-Aug 3 on Bowen Island, B.C. Supported by Peace and Reconciliation Network, Resonate Global Mission, CRC Race Relations, CRC Office... Read more »
Join us as we explore the crucial topic of Trauma Informed Response in the Church. This in-person workshop will take place on Monday, October 23, 2023 at Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church at 9165 160 Street, Surrey, BC V4N 2X7. There are 2 time options to chose from. 12:30-3pm OR 6:30-9pm. Beverages & snacks will be... Read more »
Join us as we explore the crucial topic of Trauma Informed Response in the Church. This in-person workshop will take place on Monday, October 23, 2023 at Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church at 9165 160 Street, Surrey, BC V4N 2X7. There are 2 time options to chose from. 12:30-3pm OR 6:30-9pm. Beverages & snacks will be... Read more »
This interactive webinar will provide an overview of the disability words and concepts you should know and provide ideas to help your church be more welcoming and accessible for people with disabilities. We will discuss essential insights into how to live into the motto that "Everybody Belongs, Everybody Serves!" For more information, contact Pastor Johannes... Read more »
Join Dena Nicolai and others involved in welcoming refugees on Saturday, February 3 from 9:30 am - 11:30 am at First CRC for a morning of discussion around the urgent need for housing for refugee claimants and what we can do to address this need collectively. This event is free but we ask you to... Read more »
Come to find out about how churches can help to strategically address the housing crisis In these two days, we will engage with a theology of land … on unceded territories, hear multiple short stories of creative land utilization and development, and equip you with a process to lead your own church or churches in... Read more »
First CRC Vancouver is hosting a Reimagining Church Properties Conference on Tuesday, March 12 and Wednesday, March 13. Tuesday evening, 7 pm, is also a stand-alone lecture called Church Redevelopment & Reconciliation: An Indigenous & Settler Perspective with Keynote lecturer Adrian Jacobs, Senior Leader for Indigenous Justice and Reconciliation (in the CRC Canada). Resonate Western Mission is also a sponsor. I know this... Read more »
Join with CRC church ministry leaders for this one-day conference sponsored by churches in the Fraser Valley. The conference includes a main session with speaker Michael Goheen and two break out sessions include such topics as safe church, church governance, pastoral care, crucial conversations, missions, diaconal and mercy ministries, and more.
Thrive is hosting a series of three roundtable conversations focusing on accessibility in worship and children's ministry with the goal of learning together, sharing resources, and brainstorming helpful and sustainable practices.
This learning and action journey is designed to equip Reformed Christians to engage with Indigenous people as neighbours and fellow image bearers. Facilitator: Liz Tolkamp In-person only at 1Life learning hub @ Fleetwood CRC Target Audience: anyone with minds and hearts open to learning about the challenges and opportunities of reconciliation with Indigenous communities in Canada.
Thrive is hosting a series of three roundtable conversations focusing on accessibility in worship and children's ministry with the goal of learning together, sharing resources, and brainstorming helpful and sustainable practices.
This learning and action journey is designed to equip Reformed Christians to engage with Indigenous people as neighbours and fellow image bearers. Facilitator: Liz Tolkamp In-person only at 1Life learning hub @ Fleetwood CRC Target Audience: anyone with minds and hearts open to learning about the challenges and opportunities of reconciliation with Indigenous communities in Canada.
Thrive is hosting a series of three roundtable conversations focusing on accessibility in worship and children's ministry with the goal of learning together, sharing resources, and brainstorming helpful and sustainable practices.
This learning and action journey is designed to equip Reformed Christians to engage with Indigenous people as neighbours and fellow image bearers. Facilitator: Liz Tolkamp In-person only at 1Life learning hub @ Fleetwood CRC Target Audience: anyone with minds and hearts open to learning about the challenges and opportunities of reconciliation with Indigenous communities in Canada.
This workshop will help you to demystify justice by exploring how the bible talks about peace, justice, and mercy, and identify assets in your local communities that you can build on to develop your own action plans, embodying the call to be peacemakers and doers of justice in your local contexts. Facilitator: Cindy Stover Justice Mobilizer... Read more »
This learning and action journey is designed to equip Reformed Christians to engage with Indigenous people as neighbours and fellow image bearers. Facilitator: Liz Tolkamp In-person only at 1Life learning hub @ Fleetwood CRC Target Audience: anyone with minds and hearts open to learning about the challenges and opportunities of reconciliation with Indigenous communities in Canada.
As an Israeli citizen and a Palestinian Christian with 30 years experience in reconciliation work in the Middle East, Dr. Salim Munayer's perspectives will invite you to think, pray and respond with Christ's love and care in the face of turmoil and injustice. Explore the current experiences of Middle East Christians and learn about the... Read more »
This learning and action journey is designed to equip Reformed Christians to engage with Indigenous people as neighbours and fellow image bearers. Facilitator: Liz Tolkamp In-person only at 1Life learning hub @ Fleetwood CRC Target Audience: anyone with minds and hearts open to learning about the challenges and opportunities of reconciliation with Indigenous communities in Canada.
