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Deep Water
By Cosmic CathedralNeal Morse, Phil Keaggy, and others form a faith-filled prog rock supergroup called Cosmic Cathedral.
This doc series will profile something exceedingly rare - a treasure hunt where the treasure is actually found - and the mystery of where it may be hidden again.
On Our Way! What a Day!
By JaNav Brown-Wood. Illustrated by Tamisha AnthonyThis dynamic story shows the big impact a thoughtful gift from the heart can have, no matter how small it might be.
When people grumble about The Banner, I fear they have forgotten to read it correctly.
In Memoriam: Rev. Larry Dean Meyer
1945-2025A pastor and Christian school teacher, Larry Meyer loved sharing the Word of God and spoke of God’s goodness right to the end. He died July 4 at age 80.
First Reformed Church in South Holland, Ill., now has dual affiliation with the RCA and the Christian Reformed Church.
A fourth group of religious organizations filed a suit July 28.
Between the Sound and Sea
By Amanda CoxWhen an opportunity opens to become a keeper of a decommissioned lighthouse, Joey takes the opportunity to escape the scrutiny of her small town to oversee its restoration.
Jesus showed us that there is a table—or rather, an abundant life with God—that is prepared for God’s people to enjoy.
Many of us live lives that feel exhaustingly fast paced, running constantly but never really feeling caught up. How might we deal with that?
When Courage Calls: Josephine Butler and the Radical Pursuit of Justice for Women
By Sarah C. WilliamsHistorian Sarah C. Williams presents a re-examined biography of the women’s rights activist Josephine Butler.
Morgan, a single mom with an exceptional mind, helps solve an unsolvable crime when she rearranges some evidence during her shift as a cleaner for the police department. When they discover she has a knack for putting things in order, she is brought on as a consultant.
The Story She Left Behind: A Novel
By Patti Callahan HenryInspired by a true story, bestselling author of The Secret Book of Flora Lea returns with the sweeping story of a legendary book, a lost mother, and a daughter’s search for them both.
Avery DeWitt and Grace VanZandwijk from Stratford (Ont.) Christian Reformed Church earned silver and bronze medals with Team Canada at the World Dragon Boat Racing Championships.
Thousands of clergy in uniform provide counsel and care to military members of a range of faiths. Fifteen Christian Reformed chaplains are among them.
The Traveler’s Path
By Douglas BrouwerDouglas Brouwer sets out to tell his own stories, to invite you to think about your stories, and then to ask if it adds up to anything.
Midnight Burger is an audio drama podcast with millions of downloads about the adventures of a time-traveling, dimension-spanning diner.
After some serious reflection, I had a vulnerable chat with God.
Birds’ voices are as specialized as people’s voices.
Known for his ability to listen to understand, Dirk Evans was a pastor, hospital chaplain, and counselor with an evident love for others.
Reclaiming underutilized classrooms, storage spaces, and former nurseries, these spaces are empowering families to return to faith communities.
Synod 2025 encouraged continued experimentation in digital-based ministry. The Banner checks in with an online church plant.
Body & Soul, Healed & Whole: An Invitational Guide to Healthy Sexuality after Trauma, Abuse, and Coercive Control
By Tabitha WestbrookIf you’re a survivor of sexual harm, recovering your sexuality is possible. You are worthy of good care.