We often view receiving gifts—especially of assistance, necessities or financial help—as signs of weakness.

The only way back to Eden was through death.

Jesus not only brought us peace with God, but gives us the peace of God in our hearts.

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.

The story of the Kowalski family – as told in their own words – may change the way you look at children’s healthcare forever.

This simply written children’s picture book is based on author Daniel Darling’s adult version of his book The Characters of Christmas.

Andrew Ollerton leads us through Romans – one of the most theologically complex books of the Bible – to discover how an understanding of Paul's longest letter unlocks the whole story of Scripture.

From a legendary music producer, a master at helping people connect with the wellsprings of their creativity, comes a beautifully crafted book many years in the making that offers that same deep wisdom to all of us.

Several news stories, a few of our Cross Examination columns, three features, and an As I Was Saying blog post captured the most attention in The Banner’s web-published articles this year.

It’s difficult, when we want to create an atmosphere of trust and good will, to recognize that we also need to be aware of the ways that sin can lurk unseen among us.

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A luminous and tender retelling of the Christmas story from National Book Award nominee Mitali Perkins, sure to become a cherished holiday favorite for families of faith.

The inspiring story of deaf tennis champion Brad Minns.

A debut about a Mi’kmaq family in Nova Scotia, a modern classic set in the Dominican Republic, and a heartwarming story with an octopus as its narrator top The Banner Mixed Media editor’s list for best reads of 2023.

It’s almost as if God had ordained this table for me—which, I would later come to learn through my systematic theology course, he did.

Indie artist Justin Gambino is a hidden gem on the cusp of discovery with his soulful, Psalm-like lyrics and beguiling music.

Animals from across the ancient Palestinian landscape lumber, gambol, crawl, fly and parade toward Bethlehem with gifts worthy of the newborn King.

As long as these eggs are kept at room temperature, they don't begin to develop.

Who goes to synod as voting delegates? What change did Synod 2023 adopt?

In this charming middle grade novel, illustrator Zarlasht Khan’s endearing, tender pictures complement author Amanda Midkiff’s skillful blend of imagination, a love story, fast-paced adventures and humor.

“I shouldn’t be here…” For the last three-plus years, this phrase has reverberated in my head more than once.

Disgruntled already about the annual hoopla surrounding the birth of the Savior, Santa really did it. This was simply outrageous.

Sixty-four-year-old marathon swimmer Diana Nyad attempts to become the first person ever to swim from Cuba to Florida.