Alissa Vernon

Alissa Vernon is the news editor for The Banner.

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Community Play & Café Offers Vital Connection
Celebrating Community, Continuity at Graafschap CRC
Banner’s Editor-in-Chief Resigns ‘In Protest’
Synod 2025: Are We Ready to Trust?
Synod 2025 Hears Report of First of Renewal Efforts: ‘Gather’
'You’re Part of a Global Sisterhood of Faithful Women'
What’s a Synodical Parliamentarian?
Synod 2025 Opens With Worship, Reminders to ‘Behave Like Christ’
Supplement to Synod 2025: One Appeal, Comments on Overtures, More
Synod 2025 Encouraged to Demonstrate Union in Christ
Coffee Production Partnership Grows in Scope
Mix of Experienced, New Officers for Synod 2025
Council of Delegates Accepts Personal Reservations Procedure, Other Acts to Pass on to Synod 2025
Defunding Grants for Church Planting Spurs Passionate Conversation
‘Change Is Necessary’: A Frank Picture of Rising Governance Costs and Diminishing Ministry Shares
‘We Have Been Blessed to Serve the Lord Christ Alongside Our Canadian Brothers and Sisters’
Closing CRC Blesses Recovery Mission With its Property, Building
2025 총회: 주목할 내용
Synod 2025: What to Watch
Program Closures and Russian-language Ministry Suspension at ReFrame Ministries
Canada-USA: Letters, Prayers Try to Say ‘We Hear You’
King’s Coronation Medals to Child-rights Advocate, Merchant Navy Captain, Farming Researcher, and Volunteer Home-builder
Recommendation to Synod 2025: Remain in Communion with RCA, With Clarification
Former Home Missions Director Returns to Resonate to Lead Ministry in Asia
World Renew Extends Local Empowerment Approach to New Bangladesh Project for Vulnerable Youth
Chicago Church Celebrates Black History With Quilt Block Project
CRC Members Honored With Coronation Medals for Community Service
Shaped By a Food Sharing Ministry
Affiliations Shift in Classis Grand Rapids East and Beyond
Institute of Christian Studies Relinquishes ‘Denominationally-Related’ Status With the Christian Reformed Church
Task Force Appointed to Tackle Synod Funding, Governance Costs
Council of Delegates Updates Nomination Process, Receives Synodical Reports, More
Ontario Church Opens Doors to After-school Enrichment Program
Canadian Director of World Renew Gone From Role, Responsibilities Shifted Temporarily
Video Series Asks Viewers to Think Differently About Missions
Not Guilty Verdict for Former Pastor Charged with 1975 Murder
Church Planters First to Meet in CRC’s New Ministry Support Center
Trustees Move Ministers Pension Plan to Third-party Management
Baby Lambs, Starry Night Make For Realistic-feeling Nativity in South Dakota
30-year-old Alaska Korean Church Welcomes New Pastor
30주년 맞은 알라스카 한인장로교회, 새 담임목사 환영
Our 25 Most-read Online Articles in 2024
Jasper Fires Alter University Trip Itinerary, Calgary Church Steps In
Classis Watch: Fall 2024
Calvin Board Appoints Interim President as 13th President
October Ministry Board News
Council of Delegates October Meeting News
Virtual Convening to Elect Officers Approved for Future Synods
Joel Vande Werken Appointed as Director of Ecclesiastical Governance
Ontario Congregation Moves to Oldest Building in Town
Pastors, Churches Leave CRCNA Following Synod's Ruling on Traditional Sexual Ethic
Two Council of Delegates Members, One Committee Member Resign
Thrive Co-director Resigns
Are Canadian CRCs Moving ‘Toward CRC Canada?’ Too Early to Tell.
CRCNA Seeks Director of Ecclesiastical Governance
Nagel Institute Takes Study of Theological Education’s Impact Global
Classis Watch: Spring/Summer 2024
Legal Matter Settled Between Calvin University and Former President
Synod 2024 in Our View: Resounding Words
Other Actions of Synod 2024
Intercessors ‘Stand in Gap’ For Synod Delegates
Council of Delegates’ Address Commits to Binationality, Updates on Building Moves
Glory Girls Run Club Combines 5K-training With Biblical-based Character Building
Synod 2024’s Online Opening Sparse, Prayerful
On Questions and Criticism
Council of Delegates Members Share Impressions of ‘Gather’
Council of Delegates: May Meeting Roundup
Review of Judicial Code Ready for Synod 2024
Banner to Lose Ministry Share Funding After 2027
Scott DeVries, CRC’s Synodical Services Director, Dies
2024 총회: 주목할 내용
Synod 2024: What to Watch
Ontario Church Members Hunt for Church History
Calvin Seminary Shares Statement on Confessional Commitments, Admissions Policy Decisions
Lawsuit Against Calvin University Alleges Breach of Contract and Defamation; Board Statement Counters ‘Misrepresentations’
Classis Watch: Spring 2024
Prospective Buyer For Grand Rapids Denominational Building Disclosed as Residents Meeting Announced
Chimes Reports Due Process Concerns Around Boer Resignation, Board Response
Colorado Church Hosts Code-a-thon For Missions
Reformed Look at Top Worship Songs Offers Caution, Guidance
Report Suggests Updates for Consistency, Clarity, But No Substantive Change for Pastor-Church Separations
Calvin University Board Reports ‘Concerning and Inappropriate’ Alleged Conduct, President Resigns
Al Postma Named Executive Director-Canada for CRCNA
Ministry Share Allocations Determined, Contingencies Discussed
Council of Delegates February Meeting Round-up
U.S. Denominational Offices Prepare for Move, Canadian Board Discusses ‘Toward CRC Canada’ Group
On Questions and Criticism
Synod 2024 Will Have Online Start
Council of Delegates Endorses Renewal-Focused Conversation Gatherings
‘Got Wood’ Ministry Cleans Up Fallen Trees, Supplies Heating Fuel
Illinois Church Welcomes Men to Hear, Tell Their Stories
Classes, Churches Taking Differing Actions on Human Sexuality Decisions Within CRCNA
Our 25 Most-Read Online Articles in 2023
Classis Watch: Late Fall 2023
Groups Suggesting Pathways for Separation, Unity in the CRCNA
Classis Watch: Fall 2023
Churches for Middle East Peace Watch Conflict, Urge End to War
Council of Delegates: New Committees, Ecclesiastical Distinction
Council of Delegates Makes Decisions, Boards Take Actions on Canada, U.S. Issues
CRC’s U.S. Ministry Board Discusses Office Relocation, Officers Empowered to Make Offer
Dordt Among 11 Evangelical Schools Reporting Record Enrollment
First Korean CRC in the State of Missouri Organizes
미주리 주 최초 한인 CRC 교회
‘This Church Never Feels Alone,’ Chinese Church of Iowa City Marks 30 Years
CRC Seeks New Location for U.S. Ministry, Puts 65-year old Grand Rapids Building Up For Sale
USA Girls Under-19 Volleyball Team Won World Gold, CRC Member Earned MVP
Illinois Church Shares Garden Veggies
CRCNA Among Organizations Receiving Funds Aimed at Helping Parents Pass ‘Faith and Values’ to Their Children
PA District Attorney Announces Arrest in 1975 Murder Case, Accused is a Retired CRC Pastor
California Church Gets Creative With 'Next Step' Summer Ministry
Synod 2023 Dissolves Mandates of Former Offices, Other Significant Acts
2023 총회 임원 해산, 기타 중요 결정
Synod 2023: Incomplete and Broken
Synod 2023 Asks Regional Groups to ‘Guide Into Compliance’ Erring Officebearers
Synod 2023 Agrees to Make Ministry Shares Program More Flexible, Continue to Study Response
Actions of Classes Approved by Synod 2023
Church Leader Workshops Consider Prayer, Multiplication, Listening, and Ministry Shares
Synod 2023’s Opening Moments
Classis Watch: Late Spring 2023
Guide to the Agenda and Supplement for Synod 2023
Synod 2023: What to Watch For
The Banner’s Synod 2023 News Team
U.S. Ministry Board Hires Director of U.S. Ministry Operations
CRC’s Ministry Boards and Council of Delegates Meet in Grand Rapids
Service of Thanksgiving Came One Month Before Fire at a Church Building Demolition
The Banner, Reformed Worship Receive Christian Press Awards
Letters: A Reflection
English Classes at a Wisconsin Church Develop More Than Language Skills
Classis Watch: Winter/Spring 2023
Increase in Religion-targeted Crimes in Canada Spurs Think-tank to ‘Face Down Religious Hate’
Montana Christian School Wins Basketball Championship
Christian Reformed Church Among Those Lamenting ‘Hastened Death’ in Canada
CRC to Discontinue Inspire Events
U.S., Ministry Board Approves Search for U.S. Director of Ministry Operations; Canadian Board Approves Anti-Racism ‘Terms of Reference’
Canadian CRC Members Continue Talking, Listening
Grand Rapids East Thanks Synod’s Committee, Disagrees With Its Report
Dee Recker, Director of Synodical Services for 16 Years, Retires
Our 25 Most-read Online Articles in 2022
Classis Watch: Fall 2022
Internal Candidates Appointed as CRC’s Synodical Services Director, Chief Administrative Officer
Calvin’s Board Votes to Retain Faculty Members Dissenting From Synodical Decisions
Korean Pastors Visit CRC Offices, Seminary; Complete Training on Path to Ministry in the CRC
CRC 교단 본부와 신학교를 방문한 한인 목사들
CRC's Prayer Focus Continues, Seeking to be a ‘Praying Church’
Abuse Prevention Updates Include Dignity Team Members, Code of Conduct Feedback
9 Director Positions Eliminated in CRCNA Ministries Reorg
Abide Project’s Convention Emphasizes Confessionalism, Talks Next Steps
Ecumenical Group Christian Churches Together Names New Executive Director
Canada Corp of the CRCNA Calls for More Canada-wide Conversations
Canada Corporation Discusses ‘Opportunity Statement’, Fall Plans
CRC’s Director of Advancement in Canada Leaves Job
Behind the Synod News Desk
CRC Names Interim Chief Administrative Officer
After Synod 2022: Discerning What Now
Synod 2022: In Person, But Not Together
Recording of Synod 2022 Session Restored
Officers of Synod 2022: Resting in God’s Sovereignty
Other Decisions of Synod 2022
LGBTQ Allies Lament at Synod
CRC’s Executive Director, CFO Retire
Historic Moments at Synod 2022
Synod 2022 Navigates Relationship with RCA
Synod Thanks Calvin President on Retirement
B.C. Pastor is Synod 2022’s Sergeant-at-Arms
Classis Watch: Late Spring 2022
Synod 2022’s First Act is Worship
Christian Think Tank Responds to Canadian Military Report Recommendations to ‘Redefine Chaplaincy’
Historic California Congregation Disaffiliates From the CRC
The Banner Recognized With Press Association Awards
Synod: What It Is and How it Works
Calvin’s Center for Social Research Now Independent
Professor to Appeal Calvin University’s Refusal to Reappoint
Classis Watch: Spring 2022
2022 Kuyper Prize Awarded to Ruth Padilla DeBorst
Classis Watch: Winter 2022
Council Recommends Synod-requested Code of Conduct be for All Officebearers
Investigation Concludes, Recommendations Pursued Over Abuse at Christian Academy in Japan
Leadership Transition for World Renew in Canada
Iowa Family’s Snow-sculpted Lighthouse Attracts Attention, Funds for Living Water Wells
Top Banner Stories of 2021
Washington Author Makes Christianity Today’s Top Book List
California Churches Tell Biblical Nativity Story Through Living Portraits for Nearly 50 Years
Classis Watch: Late Fall 2021
Canadian Board for CRC in Canada Looking for Transitional Leader
Change in Director for Disability Concerns
Classis Watch: Fall 2021
Canadian Board Approves Senior Leader for Indigenous Reconciliation in Canada
Ontario Church’s Grief Support Ministry Hosts Butterfly Release
100 Years for Michigan Church, ‘God is Good’
Training Event Considers #WhoIsMissingInMyChurch
Review of CRC’s Appeals Process Underway
Canadian Board Supports Restructuring, Wants More Canadians on Council
Roorda Dismissal Prompts Questions; Board Says End Vision is Same
Calvin COVID Worship Study Collecting Pandemic Findings
Michigan Church’s Summer Market is Community Builder
Ontario Church Forms Support Team for LGBTQ Members and Families
CRC in Canada Parts Ways With Canadian Ministries Director
Federal Judge: Redeemer University Treated Unfairly
Michigan Church Offers Parking Lot Prayer
News From the Church Worldwide: How and Why The Banner Uses Religion News Service
31 Candidates Move ‘Across Threshold From Study to Service’
Classis Watch: Late Spring 2021
Ordination of a Deacon Living In A Same-sex Marriage: Council Will Address in Special Session
CRCNA Leaders Among Those to Sign Churches for Middle East Peace Advocacy Letter
Rehoboth Christian School, State Champs in Boys Basketball
The Banner Receives Top Recognition for Denominational Magazine from Evangelical Press Association
Iowa Churches Forgo Passion Play, Join for ‘Seven Last Words’ Worship on Good Friday
Exposing Harassment of OSJ Raises Questions, Hope for Humility
Classis Watch: Spring 2021
Church Leaders Write U.S. President ‘Promoting Decisive Change for Peace and Justice in the Middle East’
Coopersville, Mich., Church Turned 100 in 2020
Classis Watch: Winter 2021
Care, Prayer, and Spiritual Warfare: Council of Delegates
Deciding on Synod 2021 Plans, Managing Restructure on COD's February Agenda
Writing About Death
New Director for Chaplaincy and Care
Pastoring in DC, Riots Hit ‘Close to Home’
RCA’s Vision 2020 Report Recommends Restructuring, New Mission Agency, and ‘Mutually Generous Separation’
Extra Meeting of the CRC’s Council of Delegates Intended as ‘Special Listening Session’
Canada’s Prime Minister Special Guest for ‘Historic’ Conversation: Contribution of Faith Communities in a Pandemic
Classis Watch: Fall 2020
Your Pastor is Stressed: Reports of Struggle for Pastors
Council of Delegates Discusses Neland Avenue CRC
Banner News Editor Retires
U.S. Churches Organize Prayer Gatherings for Nation, Election
Woman in Same-sex Marriage Installed as Deacon
Payroll for Staff of CRCNA Ministries Boosted by Government Grants
How The Banner Reports the News
World Communion of Reformed Churches Among Four Groups Asking G20 Leaders for Economic Overhaul
Canadian Federal Court Agrees U.S. Not Safe for Refugees
COVID-19 Restrictions Continue for CRCNA Staff
CRC Acting Director Signs Churches for Middle East Peace Letter to Congress
Cecil Van Niejenhuis to Retire From Pastor Church Resources
Lament, Prayer, Future Change: Conversations With Minnesota Pastors
World Renew Remembers Past Director John DeHaan
Colin Watson Sr. Among Christian Leaders Calling for Fair Election Funding
Delegate Relays News of COVID-19 Impact in Navajo Land
Michigan Church’s Podcast Project Tells ‘God’s Story Through Our Stories’
Classis Zeeland Creates Joint Prayer Service
Canadian Faith Leaders Release Message of ‘Hope, Gratitude, and Solidarity’
Colin Watson Joins Christian Leaders in COVID-19 Church Online Summit
CRCNA Offices Closed, Ministry Continues
Churches Mark Lent With Photography, Paintings, Poetry
Director of Ministries and Administration Becomes Acting Executive Director of CRC
Bethany Christian Services to Focus on In-Country Adoption Placement
Christian Leaders Call for Biblically Principled Immigration Reform
Naschitti CRC Returns to Worship in Restored Sanctuary
Church to Community: Come on Over and Talk Politics
Churches for Middle East Peace Public Letter Shares Vision for Peace, Condemns Annexation
Church Loves Their Neighbors With ‘Mission Mahaska’
Fire Damage, Uncertainty, in Days Following Arson
CRC Leadership Calls Members to be Proactively Anti-Racist in Aftermath of Shootings
GEMS Conference Encourages ‘Connections and Mentorship’
CRC Statement on U.S. Refugee Resettlement
Hot Dogs and Community Connection: Churches Try Neighborhood Cookouts
CRC Ministry Director Among Faith Leaders Calling For Diplomacy, Not War
Iowa Church Reaches 125 and Beyond
No Change on Climate Change
Officers of Synod Play Musical Chairs
Incremental Change with Deacons at Synod
Synod Takes Steps to See, End, and Prevent Abuse of Power
Synod 2019 Laments Abuse of Power
Church Marriage and/or State Marriage: CRC Will Study
Synod Relies on Existing Resources to Aid with Immigration
Ecumenical Delegates Bring Greetings, Reports, Thanks
CRC Has New Categories for Ecumenical Relationships
Synod Changes Management of Heritage Hall
Delegates Take Time to Learn
Illinois Church Hosts Community Health Fair
World Renew Disaster Response Marks Death of Past Director
CRC Member Wins Bronze at Special Olympics World Games
Christian School Named National Arboretum
Continuing the CRC Conversation about Abuse
New Leadership and New Name for Affiliated Training Programs
Banner Staff Changes
Resonate Will Consolidate U.S. and Canadian National Directors
Canadian Council of Churches Turns 75
Arizona Church Includes Temporary Shelter in Multi-use Space
Churches Talk with King's University about LGBTQ Issues
Three CRC Members Elected to Ontario Township Council
Art Teacher Participates in Dakota 38+2 Memorial Ride of Reconciliation
Mrs. Mary’s House: Building to Bless
CRC Leader Elected to World Communion of Reformed Churches Area Council Steering Committee
Director of World Renew Canada Elected to Board of ACT Alliance
Soup’s On: Ontario Christian Housing Charity Supports Food Literacy Month
CRCNA Celebrates Re-opening of Canadian Office
Disability Concerns Director Receives Ability Award
CRCNA Statement Following Pittsburgh Shooting
Statement from Canadian Leaders in the CRC Affirms Poverty Eradication Efforts
A Trip to The Vatican
Church Reaching ‘The Broken’ Receives CRC Support
Michigan Church Pitches In with Hay Art for Town’s Harvest Days
World Renew Calls Synod to Prayer for Nicaragua
Laughs, Lunch, and Multilingual Blessings
Synod Receives Candidates for the Office of Minister of the Word
Celebrating 150+ Years of Ministry
Tools of Destruction Turned to Tools of Grace
Ecumenical Guests Greet CRC Synod
Synod Recognizes Conflict, Urges Reconciliation
Dordt and Calvin Colleges to Be Renamed as Universities
Funds to Assist Immigrant Churches Found
Steve Timmermans: ‘This Is God’s Church’
‘Country Woman of the Year’ and Teacher ‘Hero’ Found in New York Church
CRC Pastor Meets Psychologist Jordan Peterson in Video Conversation
Advocates for Canadian Charities Advise on Student Grant Applications
Back to God on the Move, Building Sold to Trinity Christian College
Micro-grants Extend Church’s Outreach to Members’ Neighborhoods
More Congregations Behind Bars Want Prison Church’s Beautiful Study Guide
‘It Is Here and We Need to Help Stop It’: Human Trafficking
Police Chief Leads Michigan Churches in Active Shooter Response Training
Remembering the Reformation
Two Counseling Services Partnering with Churches
Timothy Christian Schools Takes Third in State for Doubles Tennis
Grant Helps Chicago Church Explore Communion in Context
Illinois Church at 150: Great Past, Great Future
Art Tells Stories of Refugees in British Columbia
Ministry to Single Parents Blesses Church, Community
CRCs in Texas Hurting, Helping
Canadian Council of Churches Names CRC Staff Member as Acting General Secretary
Gathered to Inspire Ministry
Heard at Inspire 2017
Piano Teacher’s Stand for Justice at Work Goes Viral
Established Michigan Church Blesses Growing Maine Congregation
Children and Parents Learn Together about Justice
Classis Leadership Summit Helps Pastors Explore Renewal
Northern Michigan Church Offers ‘Drive-Thru’ Prayer on National Day of Prayer
CRC Agencies Support Peace Building in Nigeria
Girls’ Club Ministry Gives Ontario Women 48 Years of Friendship
Ontario Woman Awarded Prestigious Science Prize
Michigan Students Put Their Beliefs in Action in Washington, D.C
Ontario Church Youth Group Visits Local Mosque
Michigan Church’s Recycling Ministry Begins 10th Year Reclaiming and Proclaiming
‘The Road to Bethlehem’ Part of Michigan Church’s Renewal Journey
Niagara Churches on Parade
Christmas Comes Early for Ontario Church College Students
Women on the Margins Get Voice in New Play
Conference Celebrates Ability, Belonging, Community
Michigan Church’s Extra-Giving Campaign Supports Local and Global Missions
Canadian Youth Ministry Pilot Project Expanded to U.S.
Christian Student Residence Expands Ontario Campus Ministry
Day Camp Bridges Art and Social Justice
Youth Ambassador of Reconciliation Visits Remote Aboriginal Community
Campers with Autism Find Quiet Corner at Ontario Church
Ontario Mom Swims across Lake Erie for Guatemalan Mission
Connecting, Sharing, Extending: How Churches Are Using Social Media
Carnivals Bring Neighbors Together
Wayside Chapel Lives On in Northern Michigan
Puppet Workshops Connect Kids to Summer Ministries
Ontario Snowbirds Minister to Cruise Crews
Critically Injured Pastor Returns to the Pulpit
Canadian Planned-Giving Charitable Organization Celebrates 40 Years
Ontario Missional Community Grows in the Neighborhood
Ontario Sunday School Shares Promise Art in Advent Services
Michigan Church Gives Thanks over Breakfast
Decades-Old Fitness Ministry Still Pumping and Praying
Michigan Church's Pumpkin Walk Draws Thousands
Canadian Newspaper Christian Courier Turns 70
Sheriff’s Department Blessed with Backpacks for Kids in Crisis
Summer Is for Reading at Michigan Church
‘Card Lady’ Brings Encouragement to Ontario Church and Beyond
Michigan Country Church Crams Parking Lot with Hockey Plus
Dutch Royals Visit Ontario Greenhouse
“One Generation Will Call to the Next”: Seniors Share Faith Stories
Michigan Church Celebrates Quadruplets’ Faith Milestone
“Women Build” Event Draws CRC Moms and Daughters in Michigan
Bosma Charity Gets Official Status
Ontario Church Hosts Friday Night Worship
Wake Up and Worship During March Break
Ontario Artists Engage Faith and Culture
Niagara Cadets Camp in the Snow
Church Planter Sings the Blues
Ministry Partnerships Help Michigan Churches Serve Local Children
Ontario Students Create Wristband Reminder: Don’t Give Up
Church Welcomes Neighbors with Chilly Carol Sing and Cozy Community
Women in Leadership Refreshed at Ontario Retreat
Ontario Church Serves the World on Its Doorstep
Work on Welcoming the Stranger Faces Barriers: Canadian Report
Prayer Everywhere in Classis Niagara
Becoming a ‘Discovery Girl’ Helps Ontario Tween Reach Others
Brothers Boost Back-to-School Community Drive
Hielema Appointed to Assist in Faith Formation Efforts
Local Movie Night Presents Gospel
Ontario School Principal Camps Out on School Roof
Solar Panels Feed Grid and Ministry
CRC Members Participate in Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Events
Dropping the “A Word”
Ontario School Builds Church Relationships
An Outdoor Canadian Christmas
Puppets Tell Students That Bullying Hurts
Ontario Boys Win Provincial Volleyball Gold
Trick or . . . Canned Goods!
Congregations Take Church Out of the Building
Accountants Partner with Mental Health Service Provider
Ontario Artist Breaks Urban Ground