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The fact is I’ve carried those memories, as well as their resulting shame and regret, my whole life.

With engaging die-cut pages and simple text, this lovely picture book highlights how important bees are to our ecosystems and how these busy pollinators help us grow our food.

In honor of the late Dolly Parton, our reviewer revisits the themes of one of Parton’s most beloved movies, Steel Magnolias, now streaming on multiple platforms.

From the award-winning author of An American Immigrant comes the story of a woman walking through paralyzing grief and the unlikely friendship that might unlock a path to healing.

The CRCNA’s 10-year strategic plan implementation team is in place and members have been appointed to a committee and task force to study Christian nationalism and classis restructuring.

Increased loan volume means that fixed costs will be spread over more loans, allowing us to decrease loan rates overall.

The Soroti Pastors’ Book Club is providing resources and accountability for a community of 43 pastors.

Jericho’s faith grew with every field he prepared, every seed he planted, and every decision he made with hope for the future.

In this poignant picture book, Emilia wishes for all the things she doesn’t have. But as she discovers through her mom’s sacrifices, Emilia already has what she needs.

Reformed denominations are buzzing with controversy about Christian nationalism.

I am growing resentful of my spouse because I feel like I am doing everything alone, and it’s not getting better. What do I do?

This 10-year multiplying plan calls us to recognize the need to get small through prayer and to honor God with big requests.

Ministry to the stray sheep of a congregation is slow and difficult. But there are things the church staff/members can do.

It feels wrong that the shortest path from Chicago to Japan goes through Alaska, or that Greenland appears so enormous.

I kept my distance—watching and praying, knowing that I shouldn’t, couldn’t close my eyes to what was unfolding in front of me.

See our list of movies, books, and podcasts to check out this month.

It’s hard to imagine now that a spoof of The Banner would cause threats of university expulsion, even excommunication, for its authors.

The Heidelberg Catechism is distinct in not simply telling believers what God forbids, but also teaching believers positively what God requires of us.

When you are young, it is thrilling to be handed a dollar by your father.

Trace God’s redemption plan through the Old Testament.

A thought-provoking documentary about the life and tragic death of Mica Miller, who was married to John-Paul “JP” Miller, pastor of Solid Rock Church in Myrtle Beach, S.C.