Reflections on the Pandemic, Poverty, and Prophetic Justice
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Mercy & Justice
Deacons Ministry 101
ZoomJoin Rachel Vroege, Western Canada Regional Ministry Developer for an in-depth look at the call to be a deacon. We will engage with the four deacon ministry areas: community, stewardship, justice and benevolence and equip your deacon team for leadership. Partnered with: Diaconal Ministries Canada
Off the Rails: a social justice pilgrimage around America
In-person & Online 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaInspired by a “God-incidence” meeting with a human rights champion from Atlanta in Waterton Glacier Park and by their own long-time devotion to connecting separated people and cultures, Gus and Wynanda traveled America by rail for six weeks (fall 2021), learning from an array of people engaged in unique advocacy - Amtrak staffers, park... Read more »
Navigating Refugee Support Discerningly
ZoomDirect your congregation's refugee support discerningly by learning more of the Biblical WHY of refugee support paired with on-the-ground HOW in order to help you more confidently discern WHO. Dena Nicolai (Refugee Support Mobilizer/World Renew Program Associate for Refugee Sponsorship & Resettlement) along with Brian Woudstra (Refugee Support, Fleetwood CRC) and other local support team... Read more »
The #MeToo Reckoning Webinar
OnlineJoin Rev. Ruth Everhart as she discusses her book The #MeToo Reckoning. Through powerful story telling & insightful scriptural analysis Ruth will show us how we got to where we are, why abuse matters, as well as offer churches a needed way forward and a more biblical practice of justice for victims. To purchase the... Read more »
Follow Up Discussion: The #MeToo Reckoning Webinar
OnlineJoin Faye Martin for a follow up conversation to the webinar: THE #MeToo RECKONING - Facing the Church’s Complicity in Sexual Abuse and Misconduct by Ruth Everhart Facilitator: Faye Martin, Abuse Prevention Response Coordinator, Classis BCNW and Classis BCSE
The Walk in the Spirit of Reconciliation
The Walk in the Spirit of Reconciliation event is an ecumenical event in partnership with the Christian Reformed Church, Diocese of New Westminster, Langley Mennonite Fellowship Church, Mennonite Church British Columbia, Mennonite Central Committee BC, St Nicholas Roman Catholic Church, United Churches of Langley, and Willoughby Christian Reformed Church. The walk has been inviting people... Read more »
Church Accessibility Audit Training
ZoomWe all want our church to be a place where everybody belongs and everybody serves. Unfortunately, people with disabilities experience barriers in the community and in our churches. In this workshop, we will discuss what accessibility is and why it matters in the local church community. We will discuss how to introduce and execute an... Read more »
Let’s End #AbleismAtChurch
OnlineSo. . .what is Ableism? Discover what Ableism is, its effects, and how you can help reduce the impact of ableism in your church. Day 1: What is ableism? - Keynote speakers: Chantal Huinink and Jasmine Duckworth Day 2: How can churches overcome ableism? - Keynote speakers: Lynn Swedberg and Melinda Baber Host: Disability Concerns CRCNA
Let’s End #AbleismAtChurch
OnlineSo. . .what is Ableism? Discover what Ableism is, its effects, and how you can help reduce the impact of ableism in your church. Day 1: What is ableism? - Keynote speakers: Chantal Huinink and Jasmine Duckworth Day 2: How can churches overcome ableism? - Keynote speakers: Lynn Swedberg and Melinda Baber Host: Disability Concerns CRCNA
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Deacons Ministry 101
ZoomJoin Rachel Vroege, Western Canada Regional Ministry Developer for an in-depth look at the call to be a deacon. We will engage with the four deacon ministry areas: community, stewardship, justice and benevolence and equip your deacon team for leadership. Partnered with: https://diaconalministries.com/
My Body Is Not a Prayer Request
OnlineJoin in the conversation about the Disability Concerns book of the year, My Body Is Not a Prayer Request, by Amy Kenny. In her just-published book, Kenny discusses ways the church has perpetuated ableism in the past and how we can come together to engage in disability justice. Kenny is a disability scholar, Shakespeare lecturer,... Read more »
My Body Is Not a Prayer Request
OnlineJoin in the conversation about the Disability Concerns book of the year, My Body Is Not a Prayer Request, by Amy Kenny. In her just-published book, Kenny discusses ways the church has perpetuated ableism in the past and how we can come together to engage in disability justice. Kenny is a disability scholar, Shakespeare lecturer,... Read more »
My Body Is Not a Prayer Request
OnlineJoin in the conversation about the Disability Concerns book of the year, My Body Is Not a Prayer Request, by Amy Kenny. In her just-published book, Kenny discusses ways the church has perpetuated ableism in the past and how we can come together to engage in disability justice. Kenny is a disability scholar, Shakespeare lecturer,... Read more »
My Body Is Not a Prayer Request
OnlineJoin in the conversation about the Disability Concerns book of the year, My Body Is Not a Prayer Request, by Amy Kenny. In her just-published book, Kenny discusses ways the church has perpetuated ableism in the past and how we can come together to engage in disability justice. Kenny is a disability scholar, Shakespeare lecturer,... Read more »
Refugee Claimants and Your Church: Discovering Transformative Ways to Welcome
St. Andrew's Hall 6040 Iona Dr, Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaBuild your church's knowledge and capacity to bear witness to the love of God among one of the world's most vulnerable displaced groups. At this gathering, you will engage with and learn from people with lived refugee claimant experience, welcoming churches and frontline communities.
Circle of Grace Training
ZoomCircle of Grace is a Christian safe environment curriculum used and promoted in the CRCNA that helps teach the value of positive relationships with God and others. Circle of Grace educates and empowers children and young people to actively participate in a safe environment both for themselves and with others. It is never too early... Read more »
Stewardship Toolkit: Time, Talent, Treasures, Trees
ZoomStewardship is the faithful management of all that God has entrusted to us so that creation and all who live in it may flourish. It involves understanding that everything we have is a gift from God and we are called to 'steward' it in ways that please Him and bring Him glory. Facilitator: Pastor David... Read more »
Stewardship Toolkit: Time, Talent, Treasures, Trees
ZoomStewardship is the faithful management of all that God has entrusted to us so that creation and all who live in it may flourish. It involves understanding that everything we have is a gift from God and we are called to 'steward' it in ways that please Him and bring Him glory. Facilitator: Pastor David... Read more »
The Power to Do Good – Use & Misuse of Power in the Church
Langley Immanuel & Nelson Ave Community ChurchChurches are meant to be places where people can worship God and grow in faith – free from harm. For many it’s a place of pain, confusion, & hurt leading to profound emotional and spiritual wounding. How can we support churches to be places of healing and help prevent harm? Church leaders' opportunity to learn... Read more »
The Power to Do Good – Use & Misuse of Power in the Church
Langley Immanuel & Nelson Ave Community ChurchChurches are meant to be places where people can worship God and grow in faith – free from harm. For many it’s a place of pain, confusion, & hurt leading to profound emotional and spiritual wounding. How can we support churches to be places of healing and help prevent harm? Church leaders' opportunity to learn... Read more »
Stewardship Toolkit: Time, Talent, Treasures, Trees
ZoomStewardship is the faithful management of all that God has entrusted to us so that creation and all who live in it may flourish. It involves understanding that everything we have is a gift from God and we are called to 'steward' it in ways that please Him and bring Him glory. Facilitator: Pastor David... Read more »
Stewardship Toolkit: Time, Talent, Treasures, Trees
ZoomStewardship is the faithful management of all that God has entrusted to us so that creation and all who live in it may flourish. It involves understanding that everything we have is a gift from God and we are called to 'steward' it in ways that please Him and bring Him glory. Facilitator: Pastor David... Read more »
Conversations on Hopeful Citizenship in a Divided World
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaGod’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 »
Will There Be Faith? following Christ in a secular age (a 1Life Foundations conference)
In-person & Online 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaKeynote 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
Healing Hearts Transforming Nations Retreat
Rivendell Retreat Centre 600 Rivendell Dr, Bowen Island, BC, CanadaMake 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 »
Trauma Informed Response in the Church
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaJoin 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 »
Trauma Informed Response in the Church
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaJoin 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 »
Disability and Accessibility in the Church
OnlineThis 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 »
Refugee Housing Crisis: Imagining a Response
First Christian Reformed Church of Vancouver 2670 Victoria Dr, Vancouver, BC, CanadaJoin 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 »
Reimagining Church Properties
First Christian Reformed Church of Vancouver 2670 Victoria Dr, Vancouver, BC, CanadaCome 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 »
Church Redevelopment & Reconciliation: An Indigenous & Settler Perspective
First Christian Reformed Church of Vancouver 2670 Victoria Dr, Vancouver, BC, CanadaFirst 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 »
A Vision For A Flourishing Church For Our Time
New Life CRC (Abbotsford, BC) 35270 Delair Rd, Abbotsford, BC, CanadaJoin 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.
Accessible Worship, Accessible Churches: Roundtables
OnlineThrive 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.
Hearts Exchanged
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaThis 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.
Accessible Worship, Accessible Churches: Roundtables
OnlineThrive 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.
Hearts Exchanged
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaThis 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.
Accessible Worship, Accessible Churches: Roundtables
OnlineThrive 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.
Hearts Exchanged
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaThis 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.
Justice: An Everyday Spiritual Journey Workshop
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaThis 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 »
Hearts Exchanged
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaThis 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.
Journey of Peace Evening with Dr. Salim Munayer (Peace & Reconciliation Network)
New Life CRC (Abbotsford, BC) 35270 Delair Rd, Abbotsford, BC, CanadaAs 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 »
Hearts Exchanged
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaThis 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.
Why Welcome Refugee Claimants?
The Gathering Church 2285 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford, BC, CanadaJoin us on Saturday, February 1 at 9 am at The Gathering Church (2285 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford) for a morning of myth busting, story-sharing and public discussion about the call of the Gospel with regard to the stranger and refugee. This event is sponsored by the Network of Churches Welcoming Refugees, which includes a number of Christian Reformed... Read more »
Refugee Welcome Amidst Changing Canadian Immigration Policy
OnlineFacilitator: Dena Nicolai, Chaplain & Refugee Support Mobilizer BC Classes Resources referenced in the webinar: About the church’s calling to justice & mercy: Diaconal Ministries, World Renew Work of the People: Migratory God video prayer Advocacy 101 booklet: a collaboration between World Renew, the Centre for Public Dialogue, the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, and the Centre for... Read more »
Hearts Exchanged
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaThis 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.
Disability without Poverty
OnlineFacilitator: Rachel Vroege, Diaconal Ministries Canada West & Amanda Lockitch, Disability without Poverty Resources referenced in the webinar: about the church’s calling to justice & mercy: Diaconal Ministries, World Renew about disability without poverty: Disability Without Poverty Disability without Poverty Podcast Episode 7 with Sandra Pronteau: https://www.disabilitywithoutpoverty.ca/en/podcast/episode/episode-7-sandra-pronteau Write a letter to your MP through our #GuaranteeTheBenefit... Read more »
Reflecting on MAiD: how can we remain faithful in our living and dying?
OnlineFacilitator: Caroline Short, First Vancouver CRC, Synodical Task Force Member, Medically Assisted Suicide Given the availability, public endorsement, and potential expansion of MAiD in Canada, what does Christian living and dying look like? This webinar will consider the situations MAiD seeks to resolve and the Christian view of the value of life, responses to suffering... Read more »
Hearts Exchanged
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaThis 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.
Positive Care and Grace in Dementia
OnlineFacilitator: Steve Berkenpas, Lead pastor, Living Hope CRC To learn more: about the church’s calling to justice & mercy: Diaconal Ministries, World Renew about dementia care: Positive Approach to Care BOOKS Dementia: Living in the Memories of God by John Swinton John Swinton specializes in practical theology and has many years experience as a caregiver.... Read more »
Hearts Exchanged
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaThis 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.
Hearts Exchanged
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaThis 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.
Finding Hope in Hospitality: A Faith-Based Conversation on Welcoming the Stranger
OnlineThis virtual event is designed not only to inform, but to connect us in a deeper, more grace-filled way. It is an opportunity to hear timely updates, explore our shared biblical call to welcome the stranger, and—perhaps most importantly—talk with one another in a spirit of respectful curiosity and faith. Through facilitated small group discussions,... Read more »