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SUMMARY:Reflecting on MAiD: how can we remain faithful in our living and dying?
DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Caroline Short\, First Vancouver CRC\, Synodical Task Force Member\, Medically Assisted Suicide \nGiven 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 and disability. Practical tips for pastoral visits to equip the whole people of God will be shared. \nTo learn more: \n\nabout the church’s calling to justice & mercy: Diaconal Ministries\, World Renew\nabout the Synodical task force on medical assistance in dying: CRCNA\n\n  \nLink to the Agenda for Synod 2023 (p. 981 for mandate\, and p. 354-6 for the overture that launched the taskforce)
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/reflecting-on-maid-how-can-we-remain-faithful-in-our-living-and-dying/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Mercy & Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="1Life":MAILTO:office@crc1life.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250224T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250224T193000
DTSTAMP:20250131T164439Z
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UID:10000473-1740421800-1740425400@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:Let's Talk About It: On-line Zoom Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Why are CRC pastors who have loved their congregations and the CRC identity now leaving?  What exactly is happening?  Could your pastor be considering this?  How does this change a denomination?  Our conversation will start with two articles from the February issue of Christian Courier:   “Re-sign or Resign” by Mike Borgert and a piece by Meghan Kort presenting the experiences and concerns of some departing pastors.  There is a lot to talk about!  \nFor more info & a Zoom link\, contact: nvlettinga@yahoo.ca \nFor Christian Courier online\, go to: https://www.christiancourier.ca \n\nChristian Courier is accessible in paper copies as well as on-line.  Consider subscribing  – if your church is interested in having paper copies\, please reach out here. \n\n  \nFacilitators: Neil & Virginia Lettinga \n 
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/lets-talk-about-it-on-line-zoom-conversation-group/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250211T203000
DTSTAMP:20250301T012014Z
CREATED:20241219T181911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T012014Z
UID:10000467-1739300400-1739305800@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:Disability without Poverty
DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Rachel Vroege\, Diaconal Ministries Canada West & Amanda Lockitch\, Disability without Poverty \nResources referenced in the webinar: \n\nabout the church’s calling to justice & mercy: Diaconal Ministries\, World Renew\nabout disability without poverty: Disability Without Poverty\nDisability without Poverty Podcast Episode 7 with Sandra Pronteau: https://www.disabilitywithoutpoverty.ca/en/podcast/episode/episode-7-sandra-pronteau\nWrite a letter to your MP through our #GuaranteeTheBenefit Campaign: https://win.newmode.net/marchofdimescanada/guaranteethecdb\nLearn how to become a DWP community advocate: https://www.disabilitywithoutpoverty.ca/en/community-advocates\nVideo: I am Called Blessed – Disability Justice in the United Church of Canada https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-yG2kTmEOU\n\n\nThrive Disability Access (CRCNA): https://www.crcna.org/disability\nCitizens for Public Justice – https://cpj.ca/cdb/\nBook: My Body is not a Prayer Request by Amy Kenny\n\nConsider doing this with an existing book club\, with church staff\, an inclusion team\, a social justice committee\, or whoever in your church is interested.
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/disability-without-poverty/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Mercy & Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="1Life":MAILTO:office@crc1life.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250204T203000
DTSTAMP:20250301T012438Z
CREATED:20241219T181730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T012438Z
UID:10000466-1738695600-1738701000@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:Refugee Welcome Amidst Changing Canadian Immigration Policy
DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Dena Nicolai\, Chaplain & Refugee Support Mobilizer BC Classes \nResources referenced in the webinar: \n\nAbout the church’s calling to justice & mercy: Diaconal Ministries\, World Renew\nWork of the People: Migratory God video prayer \nAdvocacy 101 booklet: a collaboration between World Renew\, the Centre for Public Dialogue\, the Canadian Foodgrains Bank\, and the Centre for Public Dialogue. This booklet contains excellent tips for contacting and/or meeting with your MP\, whose contact information can be found at this link. \nLetter template that you can easily send to your MP. You can find that Action Alert here.\n“Faith in Action: Practicing Biblical Advocacy”: learn more at the link about this helpful workshop and how you can bring it to your church.\nPeace by Chocolate (movie trailer and website) \nRefugee support & World Renew letter of response to changes in Canadian immigration policy (scroll down to Policy Deep Dive): CRCNA
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/refugee-welcome-amidst-changing-canadian-immigration-policy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Mercy & Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="1Life":MAILTO:office@crc1life.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241118T203000
DTSTAMP:20241031T152244Z
CREATED:20241024T232604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T152244Z
UID:10000463-1731956400-1731961800@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:Let's Talk About It! on-line conversation group
DESCRIPTION:With articles about Toward CRC Canada\, Better Together\, the Lausanne Conference and Anglican/Lutheran climate action collaboration\, November’s Christian Courier will be the focus for our discussion as we talk about what pulls us apart and what draws us together these days as churches\, denominations and individuals. How are we doing\, responding to the centrifugal and centripetal forces on our lives as God’s people? \nFor more info & Zoom link\, contact: nvletting@yahoo.ca \n \nPlease note – this session will take place either on Monday\, November 18 or Tuesday\, November 19 or both\, depending on the number of interest. \nFacilitators: Neil & Virginia Lettinga \nChristian Courier is accessible on-line as well as in paper copies – if your church is interested in having paper copies\, please reach out here. 
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/lets-talk-about-it-on-line-conversation-group-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation
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ORGANIZER;CN="1Life":MAILTO:office@crc1life.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241031T110000
DTSTAMP:20240821T232814Z
CREATED:20240821T232814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T232814Z
UID:10000443-1730368800-1730372400@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:Accessible Worship\, Accessible Churches: Roundtables
DESCRIPTION:  \nThrive 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.
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/accessible-worship-accessible-churches-roundtables/2024-10-31/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Gospel Proclamation & Worship,Mercy & Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241017T110000
DTSTAMP:20240821T232814Z
CREATED:20240821T232814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T232814Z
UID:10000442-1729159200-1729162800@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:Accessible Worship\, Accessible Churches: Roundtables
DESCRIPTION:  \nThrive 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.
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/accessible-worship-accessible-churches-roundtables/2024-10-17/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Gospel Proclamation & Worship,Mercy & Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241003T110000
DTSTAMP:20240821T232814Z
CREATED:20240821T232814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T232814Z
UID:10000441-1727949600-1727953200@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:Accessible Worship\, Accessible Churches: Roundtables
DESCRIPTION:  \nThrive 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.
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/accessible-worship-accessible-churches-roundtables/2024-10-03/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Gospel Proclamation & Worship,Mercy & Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240731T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240731T110000
DTSTAMP:20240625T001753Z
CREATED:20240625T001745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T001753Z
UID:10000431-1722420000-1722423600@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:Children's Ministry Leader Training
DESCRIPTION:This training will provide support to children’s ministry leaders using the Dwell Curriculum. Jill will share a variety of resources that will help the pastors/directors/coordinators run their specific Dwell programs. There will also be time to ask questions and connect with one another to share ideas and best practices. \nFacilitator: Jill Benson Dwell Curriculum Developer for Thrive CRC NA\nHost: Thrive CRC NA
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/childrens-ministry-leader-training/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240624T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240624T203000
DTSTAMP:20231130T172820Z
CREATED:20231129T172518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T172820Z
UID:10000413-1719253800-1719261000@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:A Strange New World: ON-LINE New Testament Reading and Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Please 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 \nJoin the spiritual oasis of a monthly discussion group for an unhurried discussion about the tender\, tough\, and even strange claims of the New Testament. Jesus didn’t come\, after all\, to answer the questions we thought were most important! With the help of an artful\, engaging textbook\, and the insights of fellow readers\, participants will learn again what it means to remain in the company of Jesus\, especially in tumultuous times. \nFirst time or long-time readers of the N.T. equally welcome! LDN alumni may find this group a particularly needful time of refreshment and re-connection \n\nFacilitator: Wilma van der Leek (MA\, Regent College; BC LDN)\nLocation: Online\nSchedule: Starting Monday\, January 22\, every 4th Monday of the month\, ending on Monday\, June 24\nTarget Audience: council members; small group leaders; all in need of spiritual refreshment and grounding in scripture; LDN alumni especially welcome\n\nFor more info\, contact Wilma at wilma@crc1life.ca
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/a-strange-new-world-on-line-new-testament-reading-and-discussion-group/2024-06-24/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Servant Leadership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240520T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240520T203000
DTSTAMP:20231130T172820Z
CREATED:20231129T172518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T172820Z
UID:10000412-1716229800-1716237000@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:A Strange New World: ON-LINE New Testament Reading and Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Please 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 \nJoin the spiritual oasis of a monthly discussion group for an unhurried discussion about the tender\, tough\, and even strange claims of the New Testament. Jesus didn’t come\, after all\, to answer the questions we thought were most important! With the help of an artful\, engaging textbook\, and the insights of fellow readers\, participants will learn again what it means to remain in the company of Jesus\, especially in tumultuous times. \nFirst time or long-time readers of the N.T. equally welcome! LDN alumni may find this group a particularly needful time of refreshment and re-connection \n\nFacilitator: Wilma van der Leek (MA\, Regent College; BC LDN)\nLocation: Online\nSchedule: Starting Monday\, January 22\, every 4th Monday of the month\, ending on Monday\, June 24\nTarget Audience: council members; small group leaders; all in need of spiritual refreshment and grounding in scripture; LDN alumni especially welcome\n\nFor more info\, contact Wilma at wilma@crc1life.ca
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/a-strange-new-world-on-line-new-testament-reading-and-discussion-group/2024-05-20/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Servant Leadership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240422T203000
DTSTAMP:20231130T172820Z
CREATED:20231129T172518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T172820Z
UID:10000411-1713810600-1713817800@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:A Strange New World: ON-LINE New Testament Reading and Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Please 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 \nJoin the spiritual oasis of a monthly discussion group for an unhurried discussion about the tender\, tough\, and even strange claims of the New Testament. Jesus didn’t come\, after all\, to answer the questions we thought were most important! With the help of an artful\, engaging textbook\, and the insights of fellow readers\, participants will learn again what it means to remain in the company of Jesus\, especially in tumultuous times. \nFirst time or long-time readers of the N.T. equally welcome! LDN alumni may find this group a particularly needful time of refreshment and re-connection \n\nFacilitator: Wilma van der Leek (MA\, Regent College; BC LDN)\nLocation: Online\nSchedule: Starting Monday\, January 22\, every 4th Monday of the month\, ending on Monday\, June 24\nTarget Audience: council members; small group leaders; all in need of spiritual refreshment and grounding in scripture; LDN alumni especially welcome\n\nFor more info\, contact Wilma at wilma@crc1life.ca
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/a-strange-new-world-on-line-new-testament-reading-and-discussion-group/2024-04-22/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Servant Leadership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240325T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240325T203000
DTSTAMP:20231130T172820Z
CREATED:20231129T172518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T172820Z
UID:10000410-1711391400-1711398600@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:A Strange New World: ON-LINE New Testament Reading and Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Please 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 \nJoin the spiritual oasis of a monthly discussion group for an unhurried discussion about the tender\, tough\, and even strange claims of the New Testament. Jesus didn’t come\, after all\, to answer the questions we thought were most important! With the help of an artful\, engaging textbook\, and the insights of fellow readers\, participants will learn again what it means to remain in the company of Jesus\, especially in tumultuous times. \nFirst time or long-time readers of the N.T. equally welcome! LDN alumni may find this group a particularly needful time of refreshment and re-connection \n\nFacilitator: Wilma van der Leek (MA\, Regent College; BC LDN)\nLocation: Online\nSchedule: Starting Monday\, January 22\, every 4th Monday of the month\, ending on Monday\, June 24\nTarget Audience: council members; small group leaders; all in need of spiritual refreshment and grounding in scripture; LDN alumni especially welcome\n\nFor more info\, contact Wilma at wilma@crc1life.ca
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/a-strange-new-world-on-line-new-testament-reading-and-discussion-group/2024-03-25/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Servant Leadership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240226T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240226T203000
DTSTAMP:20231130T172820Z
CREATED:20231129T172518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T172820Z
UID:10000409-1708972200-1708979400@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:A Strange New World: ON-LINE New Testament Reading and Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Please 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 \nJoin the spiritual oasis of a monthly discussion group for an unhurried discussion about the tender\, tough\, and even strange claims of the New Testament. Jesus didn’t come\, after all\, to answer the questions we thought were most important! With the help of an artful\, engaging textbook\, and the insights of fellow readers\, participants will learn again what it means to remain in the company of Jesus\, especially in tumultuous times. \nFirst time or long-time readers of the N.T. equally welcome! LDN alumni may find this group a particularly needful time of refreshment and re-connection \n\nFacilitator: Wilma van der Leek (MA\, Regent College; BC LDN)\nLocation: Online\nSchedule: Starting Monday\, January 22\, every 4th Monday of the month\, ending on Monday\, June 24\nTarget Audience: council members; small group leaders; all in need of spiritual refreshment and grounding in scripture; LDN alumni especially welcome\n\nFor more info\, contact Wilma at wilma@crc1life.ca
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/a-strange-new-world-on-line-new-testament-reading-and-discussion-group/2024-02-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Servant Leadership
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240122T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240122T203000
DTSTAMP:20231130T172820Z
CREATED:20231129T172518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T172820Z
UID:10000408-1705948200-1705955400@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:A Strange New World: ON-LINE New Testament Reading and Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Please 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 \nJoin the spiritual oasis of a monthly discussion group for an unhurried discussion about the tender\, tough\, and even strange claims of the New Testament. Jesus didn’t come\, after all\, to answer the questions we thought were most important! With the help of an artful\, engaging textbook\, and the insights of fellow readers\, participants will learn again what it means to remain in the company of Jesus\, especially in tumultuous times. \nFirst time or long-time readers of the N.T. equally welcome! LDN alumni may find this group a particularly needful time of refreshment and re-connection \n\nFacilitator: Wilma van der Leek (MA\, Regent College; BC LDN)\nLocation: Online\nSchedule: Starting Monday\, January 22\, every 4th Monday of the month\, ending on Monday\, June 24\nTarget Audience: council members; small group leaders; all in need of spiritual refreshment and grounding in scripture; LDN alumni especially welcome\n\nFor more info\, contact Wilma at wilma@crc1life.ca
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/a-strange-new-world-on-line-new-testament-reading-and-discussion-group/2024-01-22/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Servant Leadership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231118T120000
DTSTAMP:20231027T164739Z
CREATED:20231027T164739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T164739Z
UID:10000406-1700301600-1700308800@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:Disability and Accessibility in the Church
DESCRIPTION: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!”\n \nFor more information\, contact Pastor Johannes Schouten at jschouten@macchurch.org \nFacilitator: Lindsay Wieland Capel\, Thrive Disability Consultant \nHost: Thrive (CRCNA) and Disability Concerns (RCA)
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/disability-and-accessibility-in-the-church/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Mercy & Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231011T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231011T150000
DTSTAMP:20230928T165827Z
CREATED:20230928T165827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T165827Z
UID:10000315-1697020200-1697036400@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:Nurturing Belonging: Exploring Hospitality\, Disability and Theology
DESCRIPTION:We believe that all people are created in the image of God and that each person is essential. Yet\, when it comes to hospitality and belonging for people with disabilities\, our congregations often don’t reflect what we believe. Learning from Benjamin Conner\, Ph.D\, L.S. Carlos A. Thompson\, Ph.D.\, Victoria White and a panel of guest speakers\, this on-line training will explore disability theology and the experiences of people with disabilities in the church.
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/nurturing-belonging-exploring-hospitality-disability-and-theology/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230531T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230531T140000
DTSTAMP:20230426T234932Z
CREATED:20230426T230951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T234932Z
UID:10000297-1685538000-1685541600@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:The Bridge App: where life happens better together
DESCRIPTION:Have 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 you and your local church with emphasis on the ministry priorities of your congregation. \nLearn more here \nWatch a video about the app here \nFacilitators: Dorothy Vandersteen and Ken Bosveld
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/the-bridge-app-where-life-happens-better-together/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Servant Leadership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230413T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230413T090000
DTSTAMP:20230404T173729Z
CREATED:20230125T190747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T173729Z
UID:10000157-1681372800-1681376400@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:Becoming a Missionary Church
DESCRIPTION:Come and engage in a “Church Now” webinar hosted by Vibrant Congregations. This conversation features Mike Goheen and Tim Sheridan as they introduce us to their recent book\, Becoming a Missionary Church. \nFacilitator: Tim Sheridan \nHost: Larry Doornbos
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/becoming-a-missionary-church/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Global Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230126T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230126T173000
DTSTAMP:20221124T173846Z
CREATED:20221124T173846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T173846Z
UID:10000280-1674750600-1674754200@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:My Body Is Not a Prayer Request
DESCRIPTION:Join 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\, and author.  \nHost: Disability Concerns
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/my-body-is-not-a-prayer-request/2023-01-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Mercy & Justice
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://crc1life.ca/wp-content/uploads/61dDINew3cL28129.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230119T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230119T173000
DTSTAMP:20221124T173846Z
CREATED:20221124T173846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T173846Z
UID:10000279-1674145800-1674149400@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:My Body Is Not a Prayer Request
DESCRIPTION:Join 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\, and author.  \nHost: Disability Concerns
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/my-body-is-not-a-prayer-request/2023-01-19/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Mercy & Justice
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://crc1life.ca/wp-content/uploads/61dDINew3cL28129.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230112T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230112T173000
DTSTAMP:20221124T173846Z
CREATED:20221124T173846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T173846Z
UID:10000278-1673541000-1673544600@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:My Body Is Not a Prayer Request
DESCRIPTION:Join 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\, and author.  \nHost: Disability Concerns
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/my-body-is-not-a-prayer-request/2023-01-12/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Mercy & Justice
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://crc1life.ca/wp-content/uploads/61dDINew3cL28129.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230105T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230105T173000
DTSTAMP:20221124T173846Z
CREATED:20221124T173846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T173846Z
UID:10000277-1672936200-1672939800@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:My Body Is Not a Prayer Request
DESCRIPTION:Join 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\, and author.  \nHost: Disability Concerns
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/my-body-is-not-a-prayer-request/2023-01-05/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Mercy & Justice
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://crc1life.ca/wp-content/uploads/61dDINew3cL28129.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221130T130000
DTSTAMP:20221124T173444Z
CREATED:20221124T173444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T173444Z
UID:10000276-1669798800-1669813200@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:Safe Church Basics: Responding to Abuse with Compassion and Justice
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will cover the basics of responding to an abuse allegation and will include the following :\n \n\nFraming the Situation\nDefinitions and the Power and Control Wheel\nThe Many Faces of Abuse: Learning from Stories\nHow Institutions Often Respond and the Nature of Abuse On an Individual and Community\nThe Power of the Leader and Sacred Trust\nOptions for a Council to Respond to an Allegation of Abuse\n\n  \nHost: Safe Church Ministry 
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/safe-church-basics-responding-to-abuse-with-compassion-and-justice/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Safe Church Ministry":MAILTO:Faye@bcsafechurch.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220822T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220822T203000
DTSTAMP:20220622T041021Z
CREATED:20220526T014711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220622T041021Z
UID:10000260-1661194800-1661200200@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:On-line Summer Information Evenings for BC LDN 2022-23
DESCRIPTION:The 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 to Revelation. \nThe BC LDN (now a 1Life leadership intensive) offers this quality dwelling time. Our goal is to foster a deep and deeply relevant Biblical imagination in the leaders of our BC CRCs. \nWondering if this might be for you\, especially in these unsettled times? \nLearn more about our 2022-23 LDN cohort (Old Testament) at one of our on-line summer information\nevenings: \n\nMonday June 27\nMonday July 18\nMonday August 22\n\n  \nFacilitator: Wilma van der Leek\, Curator\, Servant Leadership (MCS\, Regent College)
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/bible-reading-cohort-2022-23-information-session-bc-ldn/2022-08-22/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Servant Leadership
ORGANIZER;CN="Leadership Development Network (LDN)":MAILTO:bcldn.contact@bcldn.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220812T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220812T110000
DTSTAMP:20220622T053929Z
CREATED:20220622T053823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220622T053929Z
UID:10000262-1660291200-1660302000@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:Let's End #AbleismAtChurch
DESCRIPTION:So. . .what is Ableism?  \nDiscover what Ableism is\, its effects\, and how you can help reduce the impact of ableism in your church.  \n\nDay 1: What is ableism? – Keynote speakers: Chantal Huinink and Jasmine Duckworth\nDay 2: How can churches overcome ableism? – Keynote speakers: Lynn Swedberg and Melinda Baber\n\nHost: Disability Concerns CRCNA
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/lets-end-ableismatchurch/2022-08-12/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Mercy & Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="CRCNA":MAILTO:info@crcna.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220811T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220811T110000
DTSTAMP:20220622T053929Z
CREATED:20220622T053823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220622T053929Z
UID:10000261-1660204800-1660215600@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:Let's End #AbleismAtChurch
DESCRIPTION:So. . .what is Ableism?  \nDiscover what Ableism is\, its effects\, and how you can help reduce the impact of ableism in your church.  \n\nDay 1: What is ableism? – Keynote speakers: Chantal Huinink and Jasmine Duckworth\nDay 2: How can churches overcome ableism? – Keynote speakers: Lynn Swedberg and Melinda Baber\n\nHost: Disability Concerns CRCNA
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/lets-end-ableismatchurch/2022-08-11/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Mercy & Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="CRCNA":MAILTO:info@crcna.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220718T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220718T203000
DTSTAMP:20220622T041021Z
CREATED:20220526T014711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220622T041021Z
UID:10000259-1658170800-1658176200@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:On-line Summer Information Evenings for BC LDN 2022-23
DESCRIPTION:The 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 to Revelation. \nThe BC LDN (now a 1Life leadership intensive) offers this quality dwelling time. Our goal is to foster a deep and deeply relevant Biblical imagination in the leaders of our BC CRCs. \nWondering if this might be for you\, especially in these unsettled times? \nLearn more about our 2022-23 LDN cohort (Old Testament) at one of our on-line summer information\nevenings: \n\nMonday June 27\nMonday July 18\nMonday August 22\n\n  \nFacilitator: Wilma van der Leek\, Curator\, Servant Leadership (MCS\, Regent College)
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/bible-reading-cohort-2022-23-information-session-bc-ldn/2022-07-18/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Servant Leadership
ORGANIZER;CN="Leadership Development Network (LDN)":MAILTO:bcldn.contact@bcldn.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220627T203000
DTSTAMP:20220622T041021Z
CREATED:20220526T014711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220622T041021Z
UID:10000258-1656356400-1656361800@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:On-line Summer Information Evenings for BC LDN 2022-23
DESCRIPTION:The 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 to Revelation. \nThe BC LDN (now a 1Life leadership intensive) offers this quality dwelling time. Our goal is to foster a deep and deeply relevant Biblical imagination in the leaders of our BC CRCs. \nWondering if this might be for you\, especially in these unsettled times? \nLearn more about our 2022-23 LDN cohort (Old Testament) at one of our on-line summer information\nevenings: \n\nMonday June 27\nMonday July 18\nMonday August 22\n\n  \nFacilitator: Wilma van der Leek\, Curator\, Servant Leadership (MCS\, Regent College)
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/bible-reading-cohort-2022-23-information-session-bc-ldn/2022-06-27/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Servant Leadership
ORGANIZER;CN="Leadership Development Network (LDN)":MAILTO:bcldn.contact@bcldn.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220609T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220609T210000
DTSTAMP:20220526T000732Z
CREATED:20220526T000732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220526T000732Z
UID:10000257-1654801200-1654808400@crc1life.ca
SUMMARY:Demystifying Justice for Deacons and Churches
DESCRIPTION:The biblical call to do justice is something that we as Christians strive to live out. However\, we can get easily overwhelmed when trying to address too much at once\, when programs are vague and unsustainable\, or when issues are so complex that it seems like our efforts are merely ‘a drop in the bucket’. \nIn this workshop Rachel and Cindy will unpack how the Bible talks about peace\, justice and mercy\, identify how exploitive structures cause injustice\, and explore how advocacy reconciliation can bring change and healing when injustice has been done. They will conclude with open discussion on the assets that are already 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. \nFacilitator: Rachel Vroege\, Regional Ministry Developer (Western Canada) for Diaconal Ministries Canada and Cindy Stover\, Justice Mobilizer for the Centre for Public Dialogue and Office of Social Justice
URL:https://crc1life.ca/event/demystifying-justice-for-deacons-and-churches/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="CRC Center for Public Dialogue":MAILTO:publicdialogue@crcna.ca
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