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Dr. John M. Perkins was the co-founder of the Christian Community Development Association and helped shape the movement. Join your CCDA family and friends on Friday, March 27, at 6pm ET for an online moment of prayer and reflection. ccda16.wildapricot.org/event-6626662 #weareccda

"Testifying about Christ’s goodness often means locating the ruptures in life, the breakdowns caused by sin, where Christ meets us." - José Humphreys, Seeing Jesus in East Harlem: What Happens When Churches Show Up and Stay Put #weareccda

"We became the church that was about the community, and from that, people began to reconcile back to God and reconcile with one another." Rev. Dr. Jonathan Brooks ccda.org/product/church… #weareccda #reconciliation #listeningtothecommunity #ccdphilosophy

We confess the ways we have turned away from peace, the times we’ve chosen silence when justice called. Forgive us, O Beloved, for forgetting our belonging—for thinking we are not enough, for thinking we are alone. Kat Armas, Liturgies for Resisting Empire #weareccda #ccdaprays

"Jesus intentionally brought together disciples who were very different - fishermen, tax collectors - not people who would naturally love one another. But he did this to show us what love looks like in practice..." - Dr. John M. Perkins in One Blood #weareccda #johnperkins

At the 2015 CCDA Conference, Dr. John Perkins reminded us of the order of the CCD Philosophy and how it's our joy to live these components out in our communities. #weareccda #johnperkins #ccdphilosophy

"... this is one of my dreams: that my descendants will one day live in a land where people are quick to confess their wrongdoing and forgive the wrongdoing of others and are eager to build something beautiful together." - Dr. John M. Perkins in Dream with Me #weareccda

There are not enough words to express our appreciation for Dr. John M. Perkins and the ways he helped birth, shape, encourage, fight for, and love the CCDA community. ccda.org/a-tribute-to-d… #weareccda #johnmperkins

At #ccdaCincinnati Leroy Barber asked "What is your 'good everybody' theology?" Christian Community Development seeks the shalom & flourishing of the whole community. What does "good everybody" theology look like in your context? ccda.org/product/2023-p… #embracelove #weareccda

"The lament of the church should not be the voice of the powerful; the lament of the church has to be the voice of the people in pain and suffering." Dr. Soong-Chan Rah at CCDA's Border Southwest Regional Gathering ccda.org/border-southwe… #weareccda #lament

Have you heard about CCDA's mentoring program? This program is designed to foster leadership development & provide valuable support within our community, rooted in the principles of Christian Community Development (CCD). Visit ccda.org/mentors to learn more. #weareccda

This week on the #CCDAPodcast, Marti Williams and Pastor Nathan Walton stop by to talk with Scott Overpeck about how they're seeing God moving in their communities, their excitement for #ccdaRichmond, and more! ccda.org/podcast #weareccda

Justin and Nate Beene of Grand Rapids Center for Community Transformation share how they are pursuing Shalom, working toward community flourishing with their neighbors, and seeing God move in their city. ccda.org/shalom-in-gran… #weareccda #ccdaPodcast #shalom

God of love, fountain of every blessing, we give you thanks with all our hearts for life — daily life, eternal life, and abundant life. Prayer by Rev. Dr. Alexia Salvatierra #weareccda #ccdaprays

How can we make our organizations more inclusive for people with disabilities? How can we design our policies with them in mind? Creating an inclusive workplace is possible–join us on March 11 at 12pm ET to learn more. ccda.org/disability-inc… #weareccda #disabilityinclusion

Here we go, sister, let’s do this right from the start: I pray that Love will rise in you and through you... May you pay attention to your anger and to your joy. Your calling is hiding somewhere at that intersection. Prayer for #InternationalWomensDay by Sarah Bessey #weareccda

Coach has been to every CCDA Conference, and he still looks forward to gathering with other CCD practitioners to learn and share together. Registration for #ccdaRichmond is now open for CCDA Members! Grab your ticket today at ccda.org/conference #weareccda #ccdaPodcast

“If we are going to help others understand who Jesus is, our own lives must reflect his character and love.” Read more about the incredible life of @johnmperkins in this @ctmagazine story. christianitytoday.com/2026/03/john-p… #weareccda

P.S. Not a member? You can become one for as little as $10 a month! Learn more at ccda.org/membership

Have you heard? Registration for the 2026 CCDA Conference is open for CCDA Members! 🎉 Join us in Richmond, Virginia, from October 7-10, 2026, for amazing speakers, workshops, worship, networking sessions, and more! ccda.org/conference #weareccda #ccdaRichmond