Thrive’s resource series, Ten Ways, has a new look—and is now available in Spanish and Korean. This expansion makes the series more accessible to congregations, communities, and leaders across the CRCNA.
“The growth of Spanish- and Korean-speaking congregations in the CRCNA is something to be celebrated and considered as Thrive seeks to ‘equip and encourage congregations,’” said Trudy Ash, Thrive’s connect team leader, referring to the ministry’s mission statement. “By translating Ten Ways into these languages, we hope to make practical ministry tools more accessible so that no leader feels left out of the conversation. This is one way Thrive can walk alongside the whole body of Christ in meaningful and inclusive ways.”
Ten Ways are practical, list-based resources that cover a wide variety of ministry topics. Each one-page handout shares 10 simple, practical ideas designed to spark conversation, guide training, and support planning around faith formation challenges.
In addition to the translations, the series has also received a refreshed look and format, making it easier to share and use. The goal is to make ministry support straightforward and useful for churches.
The translation of Ten Ways into Spanish and Korean marks an important milestone for Thrive. The CRCNA has seen significant growth in Spanish- and Korean-speaking congregations in recent years, and Thrive has been intentional about finding new ways to connect with these communities. This initiative reflects Thrive’s commitment to reach all members of the denomination’s diverse family—and beyond.
So far, 11 Korean and 12 Spanish documents are available. These have been curated from a selection of the most popular Ten Ways documents. All Ten Ways resources are available at no cost on Thrive’s website. Churches are encouraged to explore the new translations and share them with people who might benefit within their congregations.
From its beginning, Ten Ways was designed to be practical and easily accessible. Now, with the addition of Spanish and Korean translations, that vision extends across multiple languages and cultures.
Visit the Ten Ways page at crcna.org/TenWays.
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Kennedy McDonald, Thrive
