This liturgy was written collectively by the 2025 CCDA National Conference Attendees. Father, thank you for the openness to press into lament, while still having joy because of your Holy Spirit. May our movement for shalom come from the cries of our ancestors, who also carried the same …
Explore Grand Rapids at Conference
We're thrilled to be in Grand Rapids, MI this year for the CCDA Conference! Whether you’re already registered or still deciding, here are six experiences you won’t want to miss. These highlights showcase the vibrant spirit and community-focused initiatives that define our conference. Here are …
You’re Invited to the CCDA Conference!
“I found my people.” We hear this all the time when people describe their experience at the CCDA Conference. This annual gathering feels like a family reunion, a place where you can belong and connect with people who get it. For nearly forty years, we’ve been creating a space for CCD …
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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, …
2024 Conference Workshops to Look Out For
CCDA National Conference workshops are an amazing space for individuals and teams to learn and grow personally and professionally. This year may be our best workshop year yet! We are hosting the most workshops we’ve ever had and we are adding a new workshop track: Rural Christian Community …
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5 Ways to Explore Portland While at Conference
We’re excited to have this year’s CCDA National Conference in the beautiful city of Portland! Whether you're already registered or still deciding, here are the five experiences you won't want to miss. These highlights showcase the vibrant spirit and community-focused initiatives that define our …
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Preconference Events to Check Out at #ccdaPDX
I’ve been coming to CCDA’s National Conference since 2003 in New Orleans. Every year, I look forward to featuring CCD practitioners who teach from their expertise. I’ve enjoyed partnering with members to develop intensive learning opportunities in our preconference space. Having space to …
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CCDA 2024 Conference Theme: Home
Build homes, and plan to stay. Plant gardens, and eat the food they produce. Jeremiah 29:5 NLT What comes to mind when you think of home? What does home really mean? Every day we consider what home means for us and our neighbors. For many in our communities, home is quite literal. People …
