by Dr. Yvette King As a recent participant in CCDA series “Strengthening Your Organization,” it was encouraging to knowthat The Bowery Mission and Christian Community Development Association have so much in commonBoth are faith-based organizations that envision flourishing communities and value [...]Read More
2023 Workshops to Look Out For!
I’ve been coming to CCDA workshops since 2003 at the CCDA National Conference in New Orleans. I remember learning how I could participate in CCD in my own backyard and it changed my way of life. I have since co-taught workshops in Atlanta, Minneapolis, and LA. Workshops help us consider our personal [...]Read More
The Ministry of Speaking up
by Steve Park The righteous care about justice for the poor, but the wicked have no such concern. Proverbs 29:7 (NIV) I don’t like conflict. I also don’t like asking for things. Perhaps it’s my personality or my Korean family background that values politeness, but advocacy work is not [...]Read More
“Do Not Cross”: The Disruption of Gun Violence
by Mike Davis, Executive Director, Youth For ChristReducing Gun Violence Network Connector “Do Not Cross” is what the yellow tape reads as we watch as officers’ motion for drivers to redirect or turn around, creating an unexpected detour. In addition to the inconvenience, there is an audience [...]Read More
3 Ways to Maximize your CCDA Membership
CCDA has been dedicated to pursuing a common vision of seeing our communities flourish with Christians (w)holistically engaged for the past 30+ years. With over 2,000 members, CCDA aims to inspire, strengthen, equip, and connect Christian Community Development practitioners. Becoming a CCDA member [...]Read More