Sylvia Kamande is joined by Lisa Sharon Harper to discuss The Clearing. They reflect on this time of economic difficulty for many Black and Brown women, the toll that takes on their health and relationships, and the importance of moving forward in community. They also share about the preconference …
Celebrations of Empire Are Not New; We Must Choose Who We Will Worship
A local real estate agent put American flags in our yard last week. We found them after a quick trip to the grocery store. My daughter pulled them up after words that communicated a mix of wonder and disgust. Things that I have said and done taught her to do this. She is a living mirror of my …
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Stories of Migration with World Relief
Daniel Yang is joined by Liliana Reza to discuss their work at World Relief, share stories of migration, and reflect on walking alongside immigrants, refugees, and displaced people. Learn more about World Relief and their work around the globe at worldrelief.org. And check out the Faithful …
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Build & Resist
Throughout history, people of faith have built and resisted, partnering with God and their community to bring about change, not just for them, but for those who would come after. In the Bible, Nehemiah led the people of Israel in rebuilding the wall that had been destroyed, resisting opposition …
CCD at Work in Virginia
Meghan Jackson is joined by Charles Cheek, Eddie Howard, and Meghann Cotter to share about the CCD work that is being done in Hampton Roads, Charlottesville, and Fredericksburg. They also share about their Go & Sees they’re hosting in October and how they’re beholding God with and in their …
Exploring the CCD Philosophy With the Next Generation
For nearly 40 years, CCDA has been loving God and loving our neighbors. During this time, a philosophy emerged that was grounded in the Christian faith and intended to be practical and contextual. The CCD philosophy is not a concept developed in a classroom or formulated by people foreign to …
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Why Should We Care for Creation?
Stephanie Ann Vander Lugt is joined by Amy Kuhl to discuss ecological discipleship and creation care. They share how they are caring for the environment with their communities, how creation care integrates with Christian Community Development, and practical ways for people to engage in caring for …
Practitioners to Learn from During Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and CCDA is passionate about seeing people and communities experience God’s shalom, including mental health. We are so grateful for all of the CCDA practitioners who teach, encourage, and equip us in the area of mental health. Take some time to learn from …
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