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Church Worldwide: November 9 marked the 20th anniversary of the International Religious Freedom Act. Sam Brownback, U.S. ambassador for religious freedom, spoke at an event hosted by the Religious Freedom Institute and Baylor University in Washington D.C.

In Acts 17, Paul is basically called a nitwit by his new friends. Here’s what happened.

Shepherds are people who look after sheep. They provide food and water for their sheep and protect them from predators. Even without predators, sheep can get themselves into trouble. Sometimes a sheep will fall or get knocked over and get stuck on its back. Without a shepherd to help them up, they would die.

At pivotal points in our paid work we must sometimes decide whether to remain where we are or move on to a new location.

The heartfelt question was posed to me in the waning moments of an evening filled with the easy camaraderie that forms between those walking a pathway of similar joys and sorrows. 

In this emotionally charged juvenile novel, young readers will encounter the life-changing repercussions of bullying.

British worship leader Martin Smith recorded these 13 live tracks in 11 countries.

This 90-day collection of devotions, curated from the late Eugene Peterson’s library of sermons, focuses on God’s work and character as revealed in the Old Testament.

The Canadian ministry office of the Christian Reformed Church, in Burlington, Ont., welcomed guests and CRC leaders to celebrate the completion of a year-and-a-half renovation project this week.

Growth at 10-year-old RedArrow Ministries, a Christian Reformed congregation in Paw Paw, Mich., comes from members “reaching out by reaching one.” The church gives to its community through a parenting class, school volunteering, and first responder support.

The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation sent 28 delegates to Ottawa, Canada, for its Kids for a Cure Lobby Day. Maya Webster, 7, of Jubilee Fellowship CRC, was one of them.

Recognizing church administrators as ministry partners with unique needs and gifts to share, two regional groups of Christian Reformed congregations in Ontario offered these church staff a time of equipping and encouragement.

Mineo’s latest album explores common human experiences—particularly feelings of loneliness, shame, and doubt—that many can relate to.

Tim Tebow’s new book is filled with heartwarming, encouraging stories of people who overcome adversity.

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Thank you to Roxanne Van Farowe for her article “#ChurchToo: Lessons from Willow Creek.” I have worked independently...

Since the creation of the world we have depended on plants to sustain and nourish our bodies.

Will anyone want the mantel clock?

I made profession of faith many years ago as a young teenager, but it was group pressure that made me do it.

If you are involved in responding to poverty or have ever thought about the best way to help others, you’ve probably heard the expression Give a man a fish and he’ll eat for a day

Ena Welch and Dorothy Fischer team up to make bright, comforting blankets. A yarn club at First (Sarnia) Christian Reformed Church brought them together.

The backstory of this picture book, along with the rustic yet exquisite artwork, will give readers a deeper appreciation of the Christmas story.

Writer and director Chloe Zhao has created an authentic film, from the grittiness of harsh words to the enduring love and support of family and friends.