Welcome to the heart of our Cross-Racial/Cross-Cultural ministry—the families who make it possible. Behind every CRCC clergy member stands a family whose love, sacrifice, and support forms the foundation of this vital work.
"How good and pleasant it is when God's people live together in unity!" — Psalm 133:1
The journey of CRCC ministry extends beyond the pulpit into homes where spouses navigate cultural adjustments alongside their partners, where children become bridges between worlds, and where daily life becomes a testament to God's unifying love. These families embrace differences, overcome challenges, and celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures that strengthen our conference.
Family members in CRCC ministries don't just provide behind-the-scenes support—they are active participants in building cross-cultural bridges. Spouses often serve as cultural interpreters, helping congregations understand different perspectives and traditions. Children naturally foster connections through school and community activities, breaking down barriers through friendship and shared experiences. Through hospitality, language skills, cultural knowledge, and their own gifts for ministry, family members create authentic relationships that enhance the entire congregation's cross-cultural journey. Their active involvement transforms CRCC ministry from an individual calling to a family mission that enriches our entire Great Plains conference.
Do you have questions about the journey of the family in CRCC ministry? Reach out to Rev. Seulki Choi ([email protected]), the Intercultural Family Ministry Coordinator
Keep your eyes out for Bridges of Grace, a heartwarming collection of stories from our Cross-Racial/Cross-Cultural clergy families. Twice a year, we bring you beautiful stories of faith, calling, and ministry from our CRCC clergy families across the Great Plains Conference. Each story shares special moments, family journeys, and touching experiences of God's work in CRCC ministry.
"For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others." — Romans 12:4-5
Look for these inspiring stories in GPConnect and our CRCC e-newsletter, where our clergy families open their hearts to share their amazing faith journeys with you. Through these stories, clergy families inspire and connect with others across the conference, building bridges of understanding and support within our diverse faith community.
CRCC Clergy Family Gathering The CRCC Clergy Family Gathering brings together clergy families from diverse backgrounds for a time of fellowship, connection, and support. These casual gatherings include shared meals and family-friendly activities designed to build relationships among families with similar ministry experiences. Previous gatherings have been held in various districts, with more planned throughout the year in additional districts. If you're a CRCC clergy and family members, we invite you to join us for these meaningful community-building events.
Family gatherings are held in various districts across the Conference. As the schedule is set, invitations to clergy in the district where the gatherings are held will be sent.
For any questions, please reach out to Rev. Seulki Choi ([email protected]), the coordinator of intercultural family ministry.
The youth (6th-12th grades) meetings will be held on Zoom three to four times annually. (Fall, Winter, and Spring)
An IN-PERSON meeting will take place during the Annual Conference. (May or June).
The intercultural family ministry coordinator will reach out to clergy members with the sign-up form when the meeting approaches.
For any questions, please reach out to Rev. Seulki Choi ([email protected]), the coordinator of intercultural family ministry
For CRCC clergy spouses (who are NOT clergy)
Monthly Zoom meeting and In-Person meeting during the Annual Conference
This meeting offers spouses a chance to connect, allowing them to greet each other. We will enjoy a relaxed and casual check-in with icebreakers, devotion, and sharing prayer requests. We would love for CRCC clergy spouses to join us in our fellowship!
The intercultural family ministry coordinator will reach out to clergy members and spouses with a Zoom link when the meeting approaches.
For any questions, please reach out to Rev. Seulki Choi ([email protected]), the coordinator of intercultural family ministry.
