Diaconal Ministries Canada provides and promotes events designed to equip deacons in the work they do: to spark new thinking and ideas and offer opportunities to network and engage with other ministry leaders.
See a listing of upcoming events below or click a button below to jump to that section.
Upcoming Events
Rewriting the Financial Story
Stories and Practical Tips for Navigating Financial Stress
Monday, April 22 @ 7:00-8:30pm
Immanuel CRC - Langley (21713 50 Ave, Langley, BC)
Money makes things messy. Maybe you're helping a friend through a complicated financial situation, or navigating end-of-life paperwork for a loved one, or overwhelmed managing your own finances.
Here's a chance to connect in-person with expert Anja Attema who has 30+ years in the financial advising and problem-solving business. Anja will share what she's learned over the years and while brief, we hope this conversation will shed light on what you don't know, provide you with tips on navigating the CRA or banking institutions, AND help you move beyond the band-aid of helping with gift card after gift card, and more.
Come for the coffee and donuts - stay for Anja's wonderful expertise that will give your benevolence work the boost it needs!
Who's invited? Deacons, but also anyone who has a passion for helping!
REGISTER by emailing Rachel, Regional Ministry Developer for Western Canada, at rvroege@crcna.org.
Don't forget to invite your whole deacon team or anyone you feel would benefit from this learning!
Ministry Networking Day
A time of learning and networking
Friday May 24, 2024, 9:00am-3:30pm
John Perkins Centre (Indwell), Hamilton, ON (1429 Main Street East)
The Ministry Networking Day is an annual gathering of NewGround Partners and those who support them (former partners, Board members, deacons, and people who are passionate about community ministry!
Come and learn and be inspired, to connect with your NewGround peers and supporters, and to be encouraged in your ministry!
Don't miss out on this valuable day! Registration is now open!
If you have any questions, please email Karla Winham, NewGround Coordinator, at kwinham@crcna.org.
Classis Huron Diaconal Event
Touching Hearts & Lives through Diaconal Ministry
The Classis Huron Diaconal Team invites you to our annual gathering on Thursday, April 18, from 7:30-9:30pm.
Together we'll hear stories of how hearts and lives are being touched through creative and courageous ministries throughout Classis Huron! Guests will share about refugee sponsorship, hosting community dinners, running a coffee trailer and more!
Our hosts for the evening, St. Mark's Place, will also share how they partnered with Indwell to offer supportive housing in downtown Kitchener. (Find out more in this news article!)
Register today and attend this inspiring evening!
Date: Thursday, April 18, 2024
Time: 7:30-9:30pm EDT
Where: 825 King St W, Kitchener, ON
Who's invited? Deacons, pastors, ministry leaders, and anyone who has a diaconal heart and mind!
Get more information HERE.
If you have any questions, please email Mark, Regional Ministry Developer, at mvanderwees@crcna.org OR Mary Blydorp, Diaconal Ministries Board rep and organizer, at maryblydorp@gmail.com.
Spark! 2024
A time of learning and networking
Friday evening, April 26, to Saturday, April 27, 2024
John Calvin CRC (169 Glenwood Dr, Truro, NS)
Formerly known as the Maritime Day of Encouragement, Spark! is happening again this year!
This event is for all pastors and ministry leaders in your church, especially deacons!
This is a wonderful opportunity to be able to connect as a Christian community from across the Maritimes, as well as a chance for us to hear some excellent speakers from a variety of CRCNA ministries and receive valuable insights and practical training on topics that are relevant in our church communities today.
The weekend will start with a Friday evening program featuring a time of praise and worship, an inspiring keynote address, and wrapping up with a reception and a chance to socialize.
On Saturday, participants will be part of 2 sessions with a lunch in between based on the learning track they have chosen!
Don't miss out on this valuable conference! Registration is now open!
If you have any questions, please email Mark, Regional Ministry Developer, at mvanderwees@crcna.org.
Our Regional Staff and Diaconal Coaches are holding workshops and events all over the country. Not every event is listed here. Reach out to your local Coach or to our staff to find out what is happening!
Special Events
Canadian Classis Meeting Dates - view them now (Google Sheets)
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Workshops Offered
General
Benevolence/Mercy
Stewardship
Check out the new online Stewardship Course!
Visit the CRCNA Learning Portal and run this self-guided course with your team of deacons and members of your church.
