Next Church
NEXT Church is a network within and beyond the Presbyterian Church (USA) that connects church leaders to foster transformation, justice, and resilience in ministry. NEXT Church emphasizes relational strength, leadership development, and confronting oppressive systems to help congregations and leaders embody God’s vision for the common good. The network creates collaborative spaces, equips leaders to navigate cultural change, and promotes experimental approaches to ministry. Resources offered by NEXT Church include Cultivated Ministry for adaptive accountability, the Antiracism as a Way of Being course, and a group-oriented Restoration Bible Study.
Faith Matters Network
Faith Matters Network is a womanist-centered organization dedicated to empowering spiritually grounded leaders, social activists, and community organizers to pursue social justice and personal well-being. Through programs built on principles of spiritual sustainability, connection, and accompaniment, Faith Matters Network offers resources, coaching, and cohort-based learning to cultivate resilient leadership among those addressing societal injustices.
21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act
This virtual pilgrimage, led by Rev. John Borthwick from St. Andrew's in Guelph, offers a reflective journey through the book 21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act by Bob Joseph. The series aims to deepen understanding of the historical and ongoing impacts of the Indian Act on Indigenous peoples in Canada.