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A pastor in the Christian Reformed Church since 1983, Rich Hamstra led his congregations with energy, enthusiasm, and love.

Chaplain and pastor, Carroll Keegstra, known for his sense of humor and wonderful laugh, died May 4.

Actions of Christian Reformed classes (regional groups of churches) of the last several months include new emerging churches, a classis name change, and communications to synod, the broadest assembly of the CRC.

It’s been 25 years since the Christian Reformed Church in North America declared that all congregations in the denomination may allow women to serve

In 2020 a member congregation of the Christian Reformed Church ordained to the office of deacon a woman in a same-sex marriage. The action prompted concerned communications from other member churches. In lieu of synod the CRC’s Council of Delegates will address the formal communications, June 15.

A children’s picture book gently explores loss, a new home, and finding beauty wherever you are.

A princess steals the heart of the president of the United States in an epic drama based on the World War II relationship of Franklin Roosevelt and Norwegian Crown Princess Martha.

Each week the editors of Christianity Today go beyond hashtags and hot takes and set aside time to explore the reality behind a major cultural event.

Donna was still on our minds. What was motivating her to stay on that bench? How could we help her? Did she need or want help?

While most of the relationships I formed at these congregations nurtured and supported me, I had a few interactions that prolonged my hesitation to join the Christian Reformed Church.

Giving gifts is a lifestyle to the Indigenous people of Canada.

A year of journaling inspiration through the most beloved hymns, based on the bestselling Then Sings My Soul series.

Disney+ attempts to turn the beloved Mighty Ducks movies into a series.

From Caldecott honoree LeUyen Pham, a moving picture book celebrating essential workers and the community coming together to face the challenges of the global COVID-19 pandemic.

A pastor in the Christian Reformed Church for 45 years, Bob Holwerda loved the Lord his God with all his heart and soul, and his passion was obvious and contagious. He died April 30.

A vibrant leader, a man of deep convictions, and friend of God, Ken Gehrels, pastor of First Christian Reformed Church of Kemptville, Ont., died May 10.

Colorful art kits shared with members of First Christian Reformed Church in Toronto helped the congregation mark the church year in worship.

We know who we are: the Imago Dei. But will that make us humble and free us from offense? Wouldn’t it give us something to be proud of instead?

A user-friendly guide to the documents produced for Synod 2021, parts of which will be addressed in a special meeting of the Christian Reformed Church’s Council of Delegates held in lieu of synod.

Christian Reformed congregations reaching out creatively with technology are baptizing new believers and seeing communities grow, even over a distance.

ReFrame, the media ministry for the Christian Reformed Church, recently appointed Rev. Darrell Delaney as co-host of its half-hour audio program Groundwork.

As seasons change, not only do we see evidence of that change in our surroundings; we often see changes in the attitudes and behavior of individuals as well.

A picture book helps children find their way through the confusing world of a loved one developing dementia.