by Rev. Christine Youn Hung He asked her, “Woman, why are you crying?” Thinking he was the gardener, [Mary] said, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have put him, and I will get him.” (Jn 20:15) Imagine Mary’s bone-tired weariness during the days leading to and following [...]Read More
A Call to Remember those in Prison
by Douglas Cupery, Church Mobilization Director at Crossroads Prison Ministries At Crossroads Prison Ministries, we are keenly aware of the many challenges that mass incarceration poses to the thousands of men and women we serve—and to our nation. In anticipation of the Christian Community [...]Read More
The Constancy of Change
"Things are constantly changing- and you do have to set aside your list of things that need to get done for whoever is right in front of you. You have your list of things to do, and at the end of the day, you might not have done any of those things because of the people who came through the doors. [...]Read More
How Solidarity with Neighbors led to their Collective Liberation
Along with at least 4.5 million Texan families, Lisa lost water and power during the unprecedented snowstorm in March. She is a pastor at Gateway Church in Pflugerville, Texas, where they launched this Easter. Lisa has been connected with CCDA for 5-6 years and has worked in community development [...]Read More
Opportunities to support Texas post-winter storm
We reached out to CCDA members and organizations in Texas after the brutal winter storm 2 weeks ago and asked for ways in which our association could help. You will find a curated list here - all the initiatives/organizations below are members of CCDA or affiliated with members of CCDA in some way. [...]Read More
Juan Terrazas of Path Project Tells His Immigrant Story
As a child, Juan and his family immigrated from Mexico to the US. For several years, they were together. He felt safe in the protection of his family. But when he was 14, his dad was deported, and soon after his mom returned to Mexico as well. Juan stayed. As a young teenager, Juan was [...]Read More
Mission Adelante | Wyandotte County
Mission Adelante Community Development Director, Elena Chan, did not grow up anywhere near her current community in Wyandotte County, Kansas. In fact, she didn't grow up anywhere near the United States. Elena grew up in formerly-Soviet Tajikistan, located in Central Asia between Afghanistan and [...]Read More
How do I post a job on the Job Board?
Check out the recent jobs on our CCDA Job Board. Member organizations all around the world utilize our Job Board to find great candidates who are passionate about Christian Community Development work. If you aren't yet a member yet, become a member today. To post a job simply complete the [...]Read More