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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#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 …
Manna for the Movement: Jeremiah 6:13-16b
Welcome to Manna for the Movement, short devotionals from the CCDA community to encourage you to meet with God today, wherever you find yourself on your journey. This series focuses on the theme of Shalom—a concept encompassing wholeness, well-being, justice, development, and harmony. It speaks to a …
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Manna for the Movement: Isaiah 65:17-25
cFor the next two weeks, every Thursday, this series will focus on the theme of Shalom—a concept encompassing wholeness, well-being, justice, development, and harmony. It speaks to a state of right relationship with God, with one another, and with creation, where nothing is missing and nothing is …
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Hero Capes and Camouflage
The following is an excerpt from Enough for Today: Forty Reflections for Surviving the Wilderness by Donna Barber. Enough for Today releases on December 9, 2025, and is available for pre-order now. “While we were still helpless [powerless to provide for our salvation],at the right time Christ …
Manna for the Movement: Psalm 125
Welcome to Manna for the Movement, short devotionals from the CCDA community to encourage you to meet with God today, wherever you find yourself on your journey. For the next three weeks, every Thursday, this series will focus on the theme of Shalom—a concept encompassing wholeness, well-being, …









