Scott Overpeck is joined by Justin and Nate Beene of Grand Rapids Center for Community Transformation to discuss their work in Grand Rapids, MI. They share how they are pursuing Shalom, working toward community flourishing with their neighbors, and seeing God move in their city. They also offer some …
Shame and Reconciliation: Where Are You Really From?
We are excited to partner with CCDA Org Member Arrabon for their six-week Lent Devotional series. In the midst of a world marked by disorientation, division, and pain, this devotional will guide you along the path toward reconciliation and healing. Each week, you’ll be led through prayer …
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Creating Belonging Through Language
Sarah Callen is joined by Emanuel “Ricky” Padilla and Dra. Itzel Meduri to discuss multilingualism. They share the history of language weaponization and hierarchy in America, which led to the signing of an Executive Order in 2025 designating English as the official language of the United States. …
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CCDA 2025 Conference Theme: Shalom
For there shall be a sowing of peace; the vine shall yield its fruit, the ground shall give its produce, and the skies shall give their dew Zechariah 8:12a (NRSV) Shalom Shalom is more than just peace, more than just unity; it’s a concept encompassing wholeness, well-being, justice, …
A Look at the Immigration Landscape
Christina Foor is joined by Dr. Alexia Salvatierra and Angelica Acosta Garnett, long-time friends and practitioners of CCDA, especially in the Immigration space. They take a look at the current immigration landscape and discuss what our call is as CCD practitioners. Learn more about CCDA’s …
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Women to Learn From This Women’s History Month
At CCDA, we celebrate the insights, experiences, and contributions of women not just during Women's History Month but all year long. We invite you to learn from the legacy of women at CCDA this month through these workshops. …
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A Lenten Call to Return to Jesus
Faith leaders unite across traditions to advocate for justice, compassion, and the vulnerable. As the sacred season of Lent begins, over 100 national faith leaders from diverse Christian traditions have issued a powerful call to return to the teachings of Jesus in a time of deepening moral and …
CCD at Work in On Ramps Church
Lynette McIntosh-Madrigal is joined by Erik Mast-Foss, the Community Life Pastor at On Ramps Covenant Church in Fresno, CA, to discuss how God is moving in his community. On Ramps is part of CCDA’s Flourishing Congregations Initiative, a comprehensive four-year program that empowers church …
