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Servant Leadership
LDN Online Info Evening
ZoomThe BC LDN offers a rich 3-year program of biblical studies/leadership training for CRC leaders, and each September we happily welcome new participants to our conversation table. Join us for an info session on Monday, July 19 at 7:00PM. Email Anne Duifhuis at bcldn.contact@bcldn.ca for the Zoom link.
LDN Online Info Evening
ZoomThe BC LDN offers a rich 3-year program of biblical studies/leadership training for CRC leaders, and each September we happily welcome new participants to our conversation table. Join us for an info session on Monday, August 16 at 7:00PM. Email Anne Duifhuis at bcldn.contact@bcldn.ca for the Zoom link.
LDN Meeting (Lower Mainland)
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaLDN seeks to equip the whole people of God for ministry, rooting them deeply in Scripture and encouraging them towards greater intimacy with God. With this in mind, we want to develop leaders in God’s kingdom in preparation for one harvest field or another, encouraging all to live with greater missional intent and practice.
LDN Meeting (Interior)
East Hill Community Church 3605 12 St, Vernon, BC, CanadaLDN seeks to equip the whole people of God for ministry, rooting them deeply in Scripture and encouraging them towards greater intimacy with God. With this in mind, we want to develop leaders in God’s kingdom in preparation for one harvest field or another, encouraging all to live with greater missional intent and practice.
LDN Meeting (Lower Mainland & Interior)
LDN seeks to equip the whole people of God for ministry, rooting them deeply in Scripture and encouraging them towards greater intimacy with God. With this in mind, we want to develop leaders in God’s kingdom in preparation for one harvest field or another, encouraging all to live with greater missional intent and practice.
Book Conversation: Reframation by Alan Hirsch & Mark Nelson
ZoomThe authors identify how certain reductions and distortions of the gospel have severely weakened the church’s ability to communicate her own story. This four-week, on-line book conversation will provide participants with a hopeful lens to re-frame the life of their congregations in light of God’s Grand Story. This book study will be from 7:00PM -... Read more »
LDN Meeting (Lower Mainland & Interior)
LDN seeks to equip the whole people of God for ministry, rooting them deeply in Scripture and encouraging them towards greater intimacy with God. With this in mind, we want to develop leaders in God’s kingdom in preparation for one harvest field or another, encouraging all to live with greater missional intent and practice.
Book Conversation: Reframation by Alan Hirsch & Mark Nelson
ZoomThe authors identify how certain reductions and distortions of the gospel have severely weakened the church’s ability to communicate her own story. This four-week, on-line book conversation will provide participants with a hopeful lens to re-frame the life of their congregations in light of God’s Grand Story. This book study will be from 7:00PM -... Read more »
Book Conversation: Reframation by Alan Hirsch & Mark Nelson
ZoomThe authors identify how certain reductions and distortions of the gospel have severely weakened the church’s ability to communicate her own story. This four-week, on-line book conversation will provide participants with a hopeful lens to re-frame the life of their congregations in light of God’s Grand Story. This book study will be from 7:00PM -... Read more »
Book Conversation: Reframation by Alan Hirsch & Mark Nelson
ZoomThe authors identify how certain reductions and distortions of the gospel have severely weakened the church’s ability to communicate her own story. This four-week, on-line book conversation will provide participants with a hopeful lens to re-frame the life of their congregations in light of God’s Grand Story. This book study will be from 7:00PM -... Read more »
LDN Meeting (Lower Mainland & Interior)
LDN seeks to equip the whole people of God for ministry, rooting them deeply in Scripture and encouraging them towards greater intimacy with God. With this in mind, we want to develop leaders in God’s kingdom in preparation for one harvest field or another, encouraging all to live with greater missional intent and practice.
Workshop: Making a Pastoral Visit
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaElders visit congregants for a variety of reasons: to console, to teach, to celebrate, to support, to encourage, to correct, to witness, or simply to see how folks are doing. They also visit to encourage faith formation in their congregation. However, visiting a congregant can feel intimidating or invasive at times. Participants will explore how... Read more »
LDN Meeting (Lower Mainland & Interior)
LDN seeks to equip the whole people of God for ministry, rooting them deeply in Scripture and encouraging them towards greater intimacy with God. With this in mind, we want to develop leaders in God’s kingdom in preparation for one harvest field or another, encouraging all to live with greater missional intent and practice.
LDN Meeting (Lower Mainland & Interior)
LDN seeks to equip the whole people of God for ministry, rooting them deeply in Scripture and encouraging them towards greater intimacy with God. With this in mind, we want to develop leaders in God’s kingdom in preparation for one harvest field or another, encouraging all to live with greater missional intent and practice.
LDN Meeting (Lower Mainland & Interior)
LDN seeks to equip the whole people of God for ministry, rooting them deeply in Scripture and encouraging them towards greater intimacy with God. With this in mind, we want to develop leaders in God’s kingdom in preparation for one harvest field or another, encouraging all to live with greater missional intent and practice.
Book Conversation: How to Lead When You Don’t Know Where You’re Going
ZoomMidway through 2021, an invitation to receive Susan Beaumont's book "How to Lead When You Don't Know Where You're Going: Leading in a Liminal Season" was offered to all pastors in the CRC. Many are responding that this book has been helpful in understanding the season the church is finding itself in. Let's take the... Read more »
Discerning God’s Will Together: is it even possible?
ZoomThis workshop will introduce council members and other church leadership teams to the practice of intentionally seeking God’s will for their faith community. But what is discernment? How is it different from taking a vote or winning a debate? Participants will be introduced to a clear but rich process of Biblical discernment outlined in Ruth... Read more »
LDN Retreat
Camp Charis 51935 Hack Brown Rd, Chilliwack, BC, CanadaLDN seeks to equip the whole people of God for ministry, rooting them deeply in Scripture and encouraging them towards greater intimacy with God. With this in mind, we want to develop leaders in God’s kingdom in preparation for one harvest field or another, encouraging all to live with greater missional intent and practice.
Preaching the Sermons to the 7 Churches of Revelation
Gateway Christian Reformed Church 2884 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford, BC, CanadaDr. Jeffrey Weima, leading New Testament scholar, seasoned preacher, and experienced tour guide to the lands of the New Testament, explains the meaning of the seven sermons of Revelation 2-3 and shows how these ancient messages are relevant for the church today. Dr. Weima offers seminar participants not only detailed exegesis of the seven "letters"... Read more »
How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth
Gateway Christian Reformed Church 2884 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford, BC, CanadaWhat is the right way to read the Bible? What are the guidelines that believers should follow in interpreting scripture? Can we know with confidence what God is saying? Join Prof. Jeffrey Weima for an informative and entertaining day on this important topic. Expect to change the way you read and understand God's word! Facilitator:... Read more »
LDN Meeting (Lower Mainland)
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaLDN seeks to equip the whole people of God for ministry, rooting them deeply in Scripture and encouraging them towards greater intimacy with God. With this in mind, we want to develop leaders in God’s kingdom in preparation for one harvest field or another, encouraging all to live with greater missional intent and practice.
LDN Meeting (Interior)
East Hill Community Church 3605 12 St, Vernon, BC, CanadaLDN seeks to equip the whole people of God for ministry, rooting them deeply in Scripture and encouraging them towards greater intimacy with God. With this in mind, we want to develop leaders in God’s kingdom in preparation for one harvest field or another, encouraging all to live with greater missional intent and practice.
On-line Summer Information Evenings for BC LDN 2022-23
OnlineThe Bible is an amazing book of life revealing God’s staggering care for the world. It is the Word that forms our communities to be Christ-bearers. But it’s not quick read. Reading the Bible as it was written to be read, you have to dwell in the text, see the whole woven tapestry from Genesis... Read more »
On-line Summer Information Evenings for BC LDN 2022-23
OnlineThe Bible is an amazing book of life revealing God’s staggering care for the world. It is the Word that forms our communities to be Christ-bearers. But it’s not quick read. Reading the Bible as it was written to be read, you have to dwell in the text, see the whole woven tapestry from Genesis... Read more »
On-line Summer Information Evenings for BC LDN 2022-23
OnlineThe Bible is an amazing book of life revealing God’s staggering care for the world. It is the Word that forms our communities to be Christ-bearers. But it’s not quick read. Reading the Bible as it was written to be read, you have to dwell in the text, see the whole woven tapestry from Genesis... Read more »
LDN 2022-23
Fleetwood CRC or East Hill CRCThere’s a lot going on in the world and in the church. And some of it is giving us the jitters. More than ever, the BC Leadership Development Network (LDN) looks forward to another year of taking up its mandate to build a deep & deeply relevant Biblical imagination in the leadership of our BC... Read more »
LDN 2022-23
Fleetwood CRC or East Hill CRCThere’s a lot going on in the world and in the church. And some of it is giving us the jitters. More than ever, the BC Leadership Development Network (LDN) looks forward to another year of taking up its mandate to build a deep & deeply relevant Biblical imagination in the leadership of our BC... Read more »
Becoming a Restorative Congregation
TBDThis training will introduce ministry leaders to a practical framework and theological vision for growing and leading restorative congregations. Participants will learn how to design and facilitate listening circles while incorporating restorative practices to enrich interpersonal relationships, small groups, teams and congregational life. Facilitator: Sean Baker, Pastor Church Resources CRCNA and Liz Tolkamp Regional Catalyzer BC... Read more »
LDN 2022-23
Fleetwood CRC or East Hill CRCThere’s a lot going on in the world and in the church. And some of it is giving us the jitters. More than ever, the BC Leadership Development Network (LDN) looks forward to another year of taking up its mandate to build a deep & deeply relevant Biblical imagination in the leadership of our BC... Read more »
LDN 2022-23
Fleetwood CRC or East Hill CRCThere’s a lot going on in the world and in the church. And some of it is giving us the jitters. More than ever, the BC Leadership Development Network (LDN) looks forward to another year of taking up its mandate to build a deep & deeply relevant Biblical imagination in the leadership of our BC... Read more »
LDN 2022-23
Fleetwood CRC or East Hill CRCThere’s a lot going on in the world and in the church. And some of it is giving us the jitters. More than ever, the BC Leadership Development Network (LDN) looks forward to another year of taking up its mandate to build a deep & deeply relevant Biblical imagination in the leadership of our BC... Read more »
1Life Foundations: Called to Servant Leadership – from decisions to discernment
Zoom1Life Foundations will be offered on-line to a cohort of participants committed to attending the six workshops and sharing what they’ve learned with their communities. The strength of the on-line format is that it lets us build a province wide learning community with equal access, while creating appetite for the in-person community best nourished in the... Read more »
LDN 2022-23
Fleetwood CRC or East Hill CRCThere’s a lot going on in the world and in the church. And some of it is giving us the jitters. More than ever, the BC Leadership Development Network (LDN) looks forward to another year of taking up its mandate to build a deep & deeply relevant Biblical imagination in the leadership of our BC... 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 »
LDN 2022-23
Fleetwood CRC or East Hill CRCThere’s a lot going on in the world and in the church. And some of it is giving us the jitters. More than ever, the BC Leadership Development Network (LDN) looks forward to another year of taking up its mandate to build a deep & deeply relevant Biblical imagination in the leadership of our BC... Read more »
Learning How to Grow Restorative Churches
Willoughby Church 20525 72 Ave, Langley, BC, CanadaParticipants will be introduced to FaithCARE’s vision and framework for restorative congregations. They will learn how to design and facilitate proactive listening circles for a variety of topics and occasions. They will also learn how to apply a restorative approach to enrich interpersonal relationships, leadership & council meetings, staff meetings, small groups, ministry teams, congregational... Read more »
LDN 2022-23 Retreat
There’s a lot going on in the world and in the church. And some of it is giving us the jitters. More than ever, the BC Leadership Development Network (LDN) looks forward to another year of taking up its mandate to build a deep & deeply relevant Biblical imagination in the leadership of our BC... 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
LDN 2022-23
Fleetwood CRC or East Hill CRCThere’s a lot going on in the world and in the church. And some of it is giving us the jitters. More than ever, the BC Leadership Development Network (LDN) looks forward to another year of taking up its mandate to build a deep & deeply relevant Biblical imagination in the leadership of our BC... Read more »
LDN 2022-23
Fleetwood CRC or East Hill CRCThere’s a lot going on in the world and in the church. And some of it is giving us the jitters. More than ever, the BC Leadership Development Network (LDN) looks forward to another year of taking up its mandate to build a deep & deeply relevant Biblical imagination in the leadership of our BC... Read more »
The Bridge App: where life happens better together
OnlineHave you heard about The Bridge App? Are you wondering how your church can get started in using this app and how it can benefit your church like it already is doing for over 60% of the Christian Reformed Churches in Canada? Discover how The Bridge App values of relational, missional and local can serve... Read more »
CRC BCSE Leadership Conference
New Life CRC (Abbotsford, BC) 35270 Delair Rd, Abbotsford, BC, CanadaJoin other elders, deacons, church staff and ministry leaders at a one day teaching, prayer and encouragement leadership conference.
A Strange New World: ON-LINE New Testament Reading and Discussion Group
OnlinePlease note: all in-person N.T. reading groups now full. Please contact Wilma van der Leek if you’d like to sign up for the Spring 2024 ON-LINE N.T. reading group or to find out more about joining/hosting a Fall 2024 Old Testament reading group Join the spiritual oasis of a monthly discussion group for an unhurried... Read more »
A Strange New World: ON-LINE New Testament Reading and Discussion Group
OnlinePlease note: all in-person N.T. reading groups now full. Please contact Wilma van der Leek if you’d like to sign up for the Spring 2024 ON-LINE N.T. reading group or to find out more about joining/hosting a Fall 2024 Old Testament reading group Join the spiritual oasis of a monthly discussion group for an unhurried... Read more »
A Strange New World: ON-LINE New Testament Reading and Discussion Group
OnlinePlease note: all in-person N.T. reading groups now full. Please contact Wilma van der Leek if you’d like to sign up for the Spring 2024 ON-LINE N.T. reading group or to find out more about joining/hosting a Fall 2024 Old Testament reading group Join the spiritual oasis of a monthly discussion group for an unhurried... Read more »
A Strange New World: ON-LINE New Testament Reading and Discussion Group
OnlinePlease note: all in-person N.T. reading groups now full. Please contact Wilma van der Leek if you’d like to sign up for the Spring 2024 ON-LINE N.T. reading group or to find out more about joining/hosting a Fall 2024 Old Testament reading group Join the spiritual oasis of a monthly discussion group for an unhurried... Read more »
The CRCNA Landscape: Observations & Encouragements for Council Chairs & Clerks
Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaJoin Dave Den Haan for a conversation about some key observations in the current CRC landscape. Come expecting to be encouraged and supported in your role as church council chair or clerk. Facilitator: David Den Haan (Thrive Ministry Consultant for Council and Church Leadership
A Strange New World: ON-LINE New Testament Reading and Discussion Group
OnlinePlease note: all in-person N.T. reading groups now full. Please contact Wilma van der Leek if you’d like to sign up for the Spring 2024 ON-LINE N.T. reading group or to find out more about joining/hosting a Fall 2024 Old Testament reading group Join the spiritual oasis of a monthly discussion group for an unhurried... Read more »
A Strange New World: ON-LINE New Testament Reading and Discussion Group
OnlinePlease note: all in-person N.T. reading groups now full. Please contact Wilma van der Leek if you’d like to sign up for the Spring 2024 ON-LINE N.T. reading group or to find out more about joining/hosting a Fall 2024 Old Testament reading group Join the spiritual oasis of a monthly discussion group for an unhurried... Read more »
On-line Planning Session for Evening Prayer, Fall 2024
Zoom1Life evening prayer is moving on-line this fall. We'd love for you to bring your ideas, longings & experiences to a discussion on how best to gather for contemplative prayer in 2024-25. Facilitator: Wilma van der Leek Target Audience: Anyone with experience of or desire for contemplative prayer For more info and to sign up,... 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.
Online & In-person Bible Reading Cohorts: Old Testament
In-person & Online 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaListening to Scripture in the Christian tradition means paying a kind of trusting attention to it that expects to hear from it a word of address from the living God. Brent Strawn, author Lies My Preacher Told Me: getting honest about the Old Testament On-line Cohort (for those outside lower mainland or unable to travel): 1st Thursday... Read more »
Online & In-person Bible Reading Cohorts: Old Testament
In-person & Online 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaListening to Scripture in the Christian tradition means paying a kind of trusting attention to it that expects to hear from it a word of address from the living God. Brent Strawn, author Lies My Preacher Told Me: getting honest about the Old Testament On-line Cohort (for those outside lower mainland or unable to travel): 1st Thursday... Read more »
Online & In-person Bible Reading Cohorts: Old Testament
In-person & Online 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaListening to Scripture in the Christian tradition means paying a kind of trusting attention to it that expects to hear from it a word of address from the living God. Brent Strawn, author Lies My Preacher Told Me: getting honest about the Old Testament On-line Cohort (for those outside lower mainland or unable to travel): 1st Thursday... Read more »
Online & In-person Bible Reading Cohorts: Old Testament
In-person & Online 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaListening to Scripture in the Christian tradition means paying a kind of trusting attention to it that expects to hear from it a word of address from the living God. Brent Strawn, author Lies My Preacher Told Me: getting honest about the Old Testament On-line Cohort (for those outside lower mainland or unable to travel): 1st Thursday... Read more »
Online & In-person Bible Reading Cohorts: Old Testament
In-person & Online 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaListening to Scripture in the Christian tradition means paying a kind of trusting attention to it that expects to hear from it a word of address from the living God. Brent Strawn, author Lies My Preacher Told Me: getting honest about the Old Testament On-line Cohort (for those outside lower mainland or unable to travel): 1st Thursday... Read more »
Online & In-person Bible Reading Cohorts: Old Testament
In-person & Online 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaListening to Scripture in the Christian tradition means paying a kind of trusting attention to it that expects to hear from it a word of address from the living God. Brent Strawn, author Lies My Preacher Told Me: getting honest about the Old Testament On-line Cohort (for those outside lower mainland or unable to travel): 1st Thursday... Read more »
Online & In-person Bible Reading Cohorts: Old Testament
In-person & Online 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaListening to Scripture in the Christian tradition means paying a kind of trusting attention to it that expects to hear from it a word of address from the living God. Brent Strawn, author Lies My Preacher Told Me: getting honest about the Old Testament On-line Cohort (for those outside lower mainland or unable to travel): 1st Thursday... Read more »
Online & In-person Bible Reading Cohorts: Old Testament
In-person & Online 9165 160st, Surrey, BC, CanadaListening to Scripture in the Christian tradition means paying a kind of trusting attention to it that expects to hear from it a word of address from the living God. Brent Strawn, author Lies My Preacher Told Me: getting honest about the Old Testament On-line Cohort (for those outside lower mainland or unable to travel): 1st Thursday... Read more »