Connectors are available to support your congregation and ministry leaders by making connections to denominational resources so you can thrive in the ministry God has given you.
Regional Connectors serve a distinct collection of churches in the CRCNA. Our Affinity Group Connectors are the point people for our Hispanic, Korean, and youth/young adult members.
Each of your regional connectors serves a distinct collection of churches in the CRCNA. Check out the list below to locate the regional connector who serves your congregation.
Liz is our Regional Connector for Canada West. Liz lives in Langley, BC with her husband, Tim, and attends Willoughby CRC. She’s passionate about nurturing and supporting healthy relationships within congregations.
Becky is our regional connector for Canada East. Becky lives in Stratford, Ontario with her dog, husband and occasionally 4 children as they return from university. She is passionate about exploring faith creatively through art.
Sandra, our regional connector for US East and administrative support person for Resonate Eastern USA, resides in New Jersey, calling Hudson County home. Fluent in Spanish, Sandra provides additional support to strengthen connections. Engaged with Madison Avenue CRC, Sandra finds joy in supporting the congregation's mission. She cherishes moments with loved ones and enjoys swimming.
Diane works as a Regional Network Connector for the Connections Project in Region 3: US East. She also works with Coffee Break and Resonate. You can usually find Diane and her husband, Brent who also works with Resonate, traveling up and down the coast mentoring, training, supporting and encouraging church leaders in established congregations and the many emerging ethnic congregations. Diane and Brent live in Bar Harbor, Maine.
Idella is a Regional Connector in the Great Lakes Region (Michigan). She lives in Grand Rapids and attends Madison Church: North. Idella is passionate about justice and reconciliation and enjoys storytelling.
Trudy is the leader of the Connect Team as well as the regional connector in the Midwest Region. She lives in Milaca, Minnesota with her husband and 4 kids who all attend Pease CRC. Trudy has a deep passion for the local church and loves to hear stories over a cup of coffee!
Elaine works as our Regional Connector for US West. She is also a Korean / Spanish Representative for Global Coffee Break. Elaine and her husband, Abe, live in El Paso, Texas and serve as missionaries in Mexico with Resonate Global Mission.
Your Affinity Group Connectors are the point people for the CRCNA's Hispanic, Korean, and youth/young adult members. They're happy to connect with you and your congregation via phone, video conference, or in person!
Ron is our youth and emerging adult ministry consultant. Living with his wife Monique in Alberta, Ron is passionate about supporting congregations and their leaders in navigating the exciting world of ministry with our younger members.
Aura works as a connector with Hispanic churches within the CRCNA. She also provides assistance and support to Spanish-speaking pastors. In addition to her work with Hispanic churches, Aura is a customer service representative with Faith Alive. She is also working with CRC communications by assisting with English-Spanish translations.
Aura trabaja como conectora con iglesias hispanas dentro de la CRCNA. También brinda asistencia y apoyo a pastores de habla hispana. Además de su trabajo con iglesias hispanas, Aura es representante de servicio al cliente en Faith Alive. También está trabajando con el departamento de comunicaciones de la ICRN ayudando con las traducciones inglés-español.
Catheryn works with Korean-speaking networks to promote healthy, positive, and strategic relationships with CRCNA ministries and agencies. She engages in meaningful contact with Korean classes and congregational leaders. Catheryn is also working for CRC Communications overseeing Korean communications.
캐서린 조 전도사는 CRC 교단의 다양한 사역부들과 한인 교회/목회자 간의 건강하고 전략적인 관계를 증진하기 위해 일하고 있다. 한인 커뮤니티의 필요와 교단의 비전을 연결하며, 한인 커뮤니티의 소식을 교단에 전달하는 중요한 다리 역할을 맡고 있다. 또한 CRC 커뮤니케이션 부서에서 한국어 관련 자료를 총괄하고 있으며, 매월 발송되는 한국어 뉴스레터와 웹사이트의 콘텐츠 관리도 담당하고 있다.
Chris serves as the Korean Ministry Leader at Thrive, where he plays a vital role in supporting and strengthening the Korean Christian community within the CRCNA. With extensive experience in pastoral leadership and ministry development, he oversees the annual Korean Ministers Association (KMA) gathering for Korean CRC pastors. Chris also provides educational support, consultations, and pulpit supplies for Korean CRCNA churches while fostering collaboration among Korean pastors across the US and Canada. With a heart for mentorship and cross-cultural ministry, he equips leaders and builds bridges within the church community.
Chris는 Thrive에서 한국 사역 리더로 섬기고 있으며, CRCNA 교단 내에서 한인 기독교 공동체를 지원하고 강화하는데 중요한 역할을 하고 있습니다. 목회 리더십과 사역 개발에 대한 광범위한 경험을 가진 그는 한국 CRC 목회자들을 위한 KMA 모임을 협력하고 추진합니다. 크리스는 또한 한국 CRCNA 교회를 위한 교육 지원, 상담 및 설교단 용품을 제공하는 동시에 미국과 캐나다 전역의 한국 목회자들 간의 협력을 촉진합니다. 멘토링과 타문화 사역에 대한 마음으로 그는 지도자들을 준비시키고 교회 공동체 내에서 다리를 건설합니다.
