…East Valley Reformed Church in Yakima, Washington, and will serve alongside president EJ de Waard. Also on Tuesday: High school students led synod in worship before the final plenary session. The students are participants in Awakening, a weeklong camp for students interested in worship leadership. Awakening is held annually at Hope College. James and Ej.jpg General Synod president James Nakakihara…
The Reformed Church in America laments the effects of the United States’ recent withdrawal of troops from northeast Syria. We are concerned for the suffering of minority groups—including Kurds, Christians, Yazidis, and non-combatants—who are in harm’s way after the withdrawal of U.S. troops. We are concerned for the negative consequences this withdrawal will have on a United Nations–led political process,…
…a cohort of four to six other senior leaders. Nothing replaces the power of this simple twice-a-month rhythm for regular training, discussions, questions, and processing. The first call focuses on self-leadership. The second call focuses on practical strategies to increase the health and vitality of your church. Who should join? This process is open to pastors looking to grow in…
The Athanasian Creed is named for Athanasius, a fourth-century bishop and prominent defender of Trinitarianism. The creed, which has Latin origins, declares key beliefs about the Trinity, specifically, the equal nature of the three persons. It is one of three creeds accepted by the Reformed Church in America. View in Spanish View in Korean Whoever wants to be saved should…
…of life, who proceeds from the Father , who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen….
…with retirement savings. Provide financial resources to help pastors afford professional care. Equip pastors with financial education so that they may flourish personally and offer financial leadership in the ministries they serve. Promote healthier dialogue within the church about money, clergy compensation, and generosity. Have long-term sustainability through additional gifts. Who can apply? RCA pastors: ordained Ministers of Word and…
…authors of The Leader’s Journey and are well-known in the RCA for their involvement in Churches Learning Change, previously Ridder Church Renewal. They led the two days of learning, which were focused on emotional maturity, managing conflict, and leading through change. Throughout the training, Taylor and Herrington lectured, directed small group conversations, and provided participants with structured solitude to reflect…
…alma mater, in a number of leadership roles, most recently as the director of event services. “These experiences have put me in daily contact with young people who are growing deeply in their faith, as well as those who have walked away from a personal relationship with God and a commitment to the church,” Zomer says. “As a result, I…
…why we should want to “get over it.” How do we “get over” a culture that consciously approves, celebrates, and even enshrines in law as a constitutional principle its own most egregious moral failing? Say it ain’t so. Actually, don’t bother. It is so. More’s the pity. Louis Lotz is pastoral leader of Central Reformed Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan….
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