By Dr. Sunny Sue Chang Jonas and Mrs. Ruth CleghornLent. Can we begin by acknowledging the irony of a liturgical season that emphasizes longing and a waiting for the triumph of resurrection, “...at such a time as this” (Esther 4:14)? I recently was deeply blessed by a Lenten reflection that …
LIS 2022 Recap
Participant HighlightsLIS FriendsLIS Friends is an informal band of CCDA leaders & partners from cities across the United States who share a common passion for mass incarceration, and who seek company, wisdom and practical assistance in local engagement and collective, national response. We …
Navigating an Intersectional Identity
I chatted recently with a friend, “Kristine,” who came back to teach and live in a western suburb of Chicago after visiting her home (not in America) and finishing her doctorate. We had a great time talking about work, church, family, names, etc. Our conversation reminded me of the honor it is to …
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Happy Women’s History Month!
One of the joys (and pains) of doing CCD is building healthy relationships, and it’s a process that doesn’t happen overnight. To encourage you all to keep doing the hard work, we’re celebrating Women’s History Month by getting to know some of our CCDA leaders. This year’s CCDA National Conference …
In Memory of Dr. Ray Bakke
Raymond (Ray) Bakke was born to Tollef and Ruth Bakke in Bellingham, WA, but within a month moved to Cordova and then Kodiak, Alaska before returning to Bellingham in 1944. The family moved to the farming and logging community of Saxon in 1946 and Ray attended Acme Elementary and Mt. Baker High …
Jesus had different plans…
by Vola RanaivosonIn January of this year, I had the opportunity to visit with Jared and Mary Onserio. They currently live and minister with CCDAfrica in the Kibera Slums of Kenya.It was a bright and sunny day as my Boda Boda (motorcycle taxi) zoomed through the streets of Kibera as I clung to …
The Imago Dei in Us All
Written by: Rev. Dr. Kevin Riggs & Rev. Kevin BurnsJohnny is only in the fourth grade, but he has already been labeled by his teachers as a problem. He can’t sit still. He is disrespectful. He can’t keep his hands to himself. He is picked on by other students and is constantly getting in fights. …
10 lessons to help you reimagine 2022
Looking for inspiration for your CCD ministry in 2022? Check out the top 10 most engaged with workshops from #ccdaReimagine Conference in November. These workshops will help you grow in your relationship with Christ, your identity & theology, and in loving your neighbor. Whether you are a …
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