World Renew is sponsoring a workshop from 8am-3pm on Saturday, October 18 to share about disasters in North America, the ministry of World Renew DRS, the various volunteer opportunities, what to expect as a volunteer, how churches can be involved, and more. The workshop will be held at Avery Street CRC in South Windsor, Connecticut.There is no cost to attend, but registration is requested and can be completed by following this link.For more information, please see the article at the World Renew web site.
Midland Park CRC will be hosting a workshop on October 4 from 9am-3pm in conjunction with the Salaam Project through Christian Reformed World Missions. Leading the seminar will be Dave and Sharon De Vries, who have lived and worked among Muslims for about 20 years. The seminar will provide understanding of key Muslim beliefs and practice, and also give insights on how to build bridges with Muslims and share our faith with them in a meaningful way. For information or to register, please see the flyer contact the Midland Park CRC office.
On Saturday, September 27, Northeast Community Transformation and New Hope Community Ministries are hosting a celebration luncheon, which we would love for you to attend. The information is on the flyer: Celebration Luncheon Flyer
Classis Hudson celebrates God's gracious provision to New Life Community CRC of Staten Island, NY which was able to install its first elders and deacons in a joyous worship service on July 6, 2014. Rev. Hong Kim, pastor of the church, presided over the installation which was attended by a number of guests from various churches in our classis and beyond.It is our prayer as a classis that God would richly bless the ministry of New Life Church and the leadership of Rev. Kim and the officebearers, to the glory and honor of Jesus Christ in the Staten Island community.
At a special meeting held on July 1 at Cedar Hill CRC, Classis Hudson agreed to the request of Crossroads Community CRC of Flanders, NJ to begin the process of disbanding. This process will take several months and more details will be worked out at the fall classis meeting.The churches of Classis Hudson are encouraged to remember Crossroads' congregation and pastor in prayer during this time of transition. Those willing to consider a financial gift to help sustain the congregation during the coming months as well are also encouraged to contact Crossroads Church.
Classis Hudson will meet in regular session on Monday-Tuesday, September 15-16, 2014 at the Faith Community CRC of Wyckoff, NJ.The agenda deadline for this meeting will be August 11. Materials for the agenda should be forwarded to the Stated Clerk by that date.