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Dear sisters and brothers in Christ,

Some of us have just celebrated Women in Ministry Sunday, alongside Pentecost. To continue the ongoing work and celebration of the Spirit gifting and calling women (and men), I want to remind you that you are invited to the CBE (Christians for Biblical Equity) International stateside conference, taking place July 26-28, 2024, in Denver, Colorado. The theme for this year is “Tell Her Story: Women in Scripture and History.” Get more details about the event, including lodging options.

Please note the special RCA registration page. We get a 35 percent discount for being a member organization! Be sure to use this code for the 35 percent discount: CHAMPIONS

This conference is for women and men who are passionate to see us all live freely, fully into our gifts and callings. Come with an open heart to connect with like-minded siblings in Christ, learn from global experts, and bring transformational resources back to your context!

We have a wonderful, diverse group of RCA leaders already registered, so you will be among friends when you join us! My team and I will be at this conference as well, and we look forward to welcoming you!

Register for the CBE conferencePlease do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.

Together in ministry and mission,

 Rev. Liz Testa

Director of Women's Transformation and Leadership

The Center for Church Multiplication and Ministry

Reformed Church in America

#sheiscalled #ellaesllamada

Hello Friends in the Denomination,

Here at the denomination office we are looking to hire a couple positions and we are hoping you can help us spread the word. We hope to fulfill these positions in the next couple months!

Chief Ministry Officer - Full Time position, location Grand Rapids, MI or remote

Chief Advancement and Communications Officer - Full Time Position, Location Grand Rapids, MI or remote

We look forward to filling these leadership roles in the organization.  Thank you for your help in spreading the word!

Andrea Grooters Human Resources Manager Executive Assistant to the CFO General Synod Logistics Coordinator Reformed Church in America

Ph: 616-541-0859 Fax: 616-541-0837

www.rca.org

Dear NJIC3/CIC family and friends,

I'm happy to share the news that we'll soon be launching a new virtual book club!

You're invited to join us as we read and discuss Maggie Bruehl's book, "Suspended: Living With Dying," a memoir of her cancer journey. The insights, reflections, and stories shared will resonate with you regardless of whether you've personally experienced a cancer diagnosis or you've supported a loved one as they navigated a cancer journey.

If you're interested in the group, please visit https://rebrand.ly/NJIC3-LWD-book-club for more information, to vote on a meeting day and time, and to complete the sign-up form. Email me at austin.njic3@improvingnj.org with questions that aren't answered on the sign-up form.

Feel free to share this email with any friends and family who might be interested in joining the group. (And remember, since it's a virtual book club, it's accessible to your friends and family no matter where they live. (Delivery of books will be arranged for out-of-state participants.))

Have a good evening,

Austin

JOB POSTINGS

REVITALIZATION AND DIVERSITY RESOURCE MODERATOR

Classis New Brunswick has approved a new part time position for a person to work with classis congregations on revitalization and diversity initiatives. CLICK HERE to view the job description. Interest and/or applications shold be address to clerk@classisnb.org.

SLACKWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH SEEKS A CHRISTIAN EDUCATION ASSISTANT, PART TIME

CHURCH POSTINGS

• The Community Church in Harrington Park, NJ seeks full-time pastor. For more information see RCA website https://www.rca.org/jobs 
• OLD NORTH REFORMED CHURCH SEEKS PASTOR (posted November)

• Lisha's Kill Reformed Church, in the small upstate NY city of Schenectady, seeks a minister of Word and sacrament. They hope their new pastor will be excellent preacher of bible-based messages who is also is a good spiritual leader with a focus on church growth. From their profile: "We believe God has a plan and will lead us to the right person to not only be a wonderful pastor leading church worship services, but also focusing on strengthening our members and overall health and well being of our congregation." Interested candidates should email the search committee chair, Robert Farquharson, to request the church profile. rfarquharson77@me.com (posted September 19, 2023)
• Plainview Reformed Church is seeking a full time Minister (posted Sept 15, 2023)

• Grace Reformed Church, Edison NJ (posted August 25, 2023), Pastor, part-time

Aleta Shepler recommends the following recording as it relates to church growth and multiplication in the Regional Synod

Robin Suydam, a member of the Regional Synod, is a board member at Creation Justice Ministries as a representative of the RCA. There are many resources available on their website.