As we begin a new year, I want to start by saying this plainly: you belong here. Across the CCDA community, I see people who love their communities deeply and are showing up with courage and faith. I also know that many of you are carrying heavy loads. You’re doing good work, often in hard …
#ccdaAdvent: Restore Us, O God!
Welcome to #ccdaAdvent. In the midst of darkness, oppression, and marginalization, Christ entered the scene of the first Advent and paved the way for our communal wellbeing. This Advent season, we invite you to consider the implications of Christ's coming for our communities. What lessons may we …
#ccdaAdvent: Rest for the Weary Soul
Welcome to #ccdaAdvent. In the midst of darkness, oppression, and marginalization, Christ entered the scene of the first Advent and paved the way for our communal wellbeing. This Advent season, we invite you to consider the implications of Christ's coming for our communities. What lessons may we …
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Zechariah 8:12 and Pursuing Shalom
Pastor Artie M. Lindsay, Sr. shares about the 2025 CCDA Conference theme verse, Zechariah 8:12. He unpacks the six sections of this passage, explores some of what Shalom means for us today, and challenges us to continue sowing peace no matter the situation. Be encouraged and inspired by Pastor …
#ccdaAdvent: A Messiah of Righteousness and Peace
Welcome to #ccdaAdvent. In the midst of darkness, oppression, and marginalization, Christ entered the scene of the first Advent and paved the way for our communal wellbeing. This Advent season, we invite you to consider the implications of Christ's coming for our communities. What lessons may we …
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#ccdaAdvent: Holding Tension
Welcome to #ccdaAdvent. In the midst of darkness, oppression, and marginalization, Christ entered the scene of the first Advent and paved the way for our communal wellbeing. This Advent season, we invite you to consider the implications of Christ's coming for our communities. What lessons may …
CCDA Shalom Liturgy
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 …
When SNAP Stops, We Step Up
On November 1, millions of families will lose access to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) because of the government shutdown. You can view here the estimates by state of how many might lose …
