A steady, compassionate man who was a highschool teacher before he was a pastor, John Pasma lived his final years with Parkinson’s disease and esophageal cancer. He died Nov. 22 at age 73.
In Memoriam: Rev. John Pasma
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After a tragic incident sent shockwaves through the Chinese-speaking community in North Carolina, ReFrame Ministries’ Chinese ministry team stepped in for support.
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At the turn of the twentieth century, sisters Emmy and Callie Bullock are living a privileged life when their well-ordered Alabama household gets turned upside down by the arrival of their beloved housekeeper’s granddaughter.
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Inspired by the author’s childhood, Where Wildflowers Grow explores the emotional struggle of moving and the joy in discovering there’s always hope in new beginnings.
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Is it OK to charge my adult children rent as a means of teaching responsibility?
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How should we read and find meaning in highly technical parts of the Bible, such as the laws presented in Leviticus or the censuses and lists of Numbers or 1 Chronicles?
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Sometimes a single word can make a difference and give us things to think about.
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Every person’s journey toward healing is different. But church communities can have a significant impact on how the trauma from abuse affects a survivor.
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Regional groups of congregations of the Christian Reformed Church in North America meeting this fall have responded with varying approaches to instructions from the 2023 general assembly.
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This inspirational two-month devotional provides you with guidance and answers by highlighting the stories of women such as Esther, Ruth, Abigail and many more
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From the author of A Place to Hang the Moon comes a hopeful World War II story about three scrappy siblings on the Lower East Side of Manhattan.
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Based on the true story of the Kenyan dhow boat Flipflopi, this inspirational tale demonstrates how innovation, art and determination can transform plastic pollution into something useful.
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Over our nearly 170-year history as a denomination, we’ve started several ministries to help us follow God’s call and serve as God’s ambassadors in the world. For those who want to know more—and those who sometimes forget which ministry does what—here is a helpful guide.
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In this book adapted from his bestselling Winning the War in Your Mind, Craig Groeschel explains how teens can challenge their thinking and change the course of their lives for the better.
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From iconic CCM standards to Bob Dylan’s classic “To Make You Feel My Love,” Natalie Grant’s new 10-track collection finds the songstress covering selections that have played a significant role in every season of her life.
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We often view receiving gifts—especially of assistance, necessities or financial help—as signs of weakness.
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The only way back to Eden was through death.
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The 2023 CRCNA Congregational Survey asked participants to “indicate how many hours you spent during an average month over the last year in each of the following:
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Jesus not only brought us peace with God, but gives us the peace of God in our hearts.
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The Banner’s Mixed Media editor reads and reviews faith-filled books all year long. Here are the eight books – including, in 2023, memoir and memoir-ish works– topping her list of reads that fueled her own Christian journey.
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The story of the Kowalski family – as told in their own words – may change the way you look at children’s healthcare forever.
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This simply written children’s picture book is based on author Daniel Darling’s adult version of his book The Characters of Christmas.
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Josh Newell, executive director of Jesus Film Project, said he views animation as a fitting means to speak to younger generations about the life of Jesus.
In Memoriam: Rev. Arthur J. Stienstra
(1930-2023)READ MOREDescribed as a righteous man who was quick to offer compassion and forgiveness, Art Stienstra died November 26. He was 93.