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One Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all. That was the message of the worship service that opened the synods of the Christian Reformed Church (CRC) and the Reformed Church in America (RCA)

We say it takes a village to raise a child, so what do we do when we no longer live in villages?

This picture book would be a great Father’s Day gift from a child.

Mat Kearney is an underrated musician who crafts lyrics that stand out as unique yet are universally true.

Students from South Christian High School in Grand Rapids, Mich., created portraits of Byron Center Manor residents, leaving a lasting impression on artists and subjects.

Two members of Valley Christian Reformed Church in Binghamton, N.Y., were surprised to be in the national spotlight this spring.

About his life following graduation in 2017 from Calvin College, Garrett Bazany says modestly, “Just me living my normal life and staying active. . . .

This gripping memoir is an ode to the power of education.

Kacey Musgraves has crafted an album with a sense of wonder and a wide variety of influences.

Uncombed gray hair falling down over wild eyes. The stench of the streets on unkempt clothes. He ordered coffee and sat in the booth next to me.

Numb by Natalie Shires. Grade 12, Covenant Day School, Matthews, N.C., a member of Christian Schools International.

Where does God live? Our quick and easy answer is almost dismissive of the question but at the same time almost staggers us with its implications.

About 40 people gathered for a 3-day conference focused on encouraging, strengthening and equipping campus ministers in the U.S. and Canada.

Baptiste Paul’s picture book is a celebration of the game of soccer.

Robin MacArthur has written a layered, multi-generational novel that explores the interconnectedness of human suffering and gives evidence of grace in an imperfect world.

Solo gives us the backstory of Hollywood’s beloved smirking smuggler.

Following the publishing of newspaper articles describing a changed atmosphere at the Edmonton, Alta., Christian university, the institution responded to concerned church councils.

Restless Michigan State University students preparing for finals, find support and a hearty middle-of-the-night breakfast at River Terrace Christian Reformed Church.

One day, Moussa got on his bike and rode down a path. When he neared some bushes, several bandits jumped out and blocked his path. They stole his money and bicycle.

Historian Nancy Koehn looks for the lessons we can learn from the lives and work of five historical leaders.

Veteran Christian rocker Lincoln Brewster gives listeners another round of great guitar playing and meaningful lyrics.

For women and children in need of housing, Roseland Christian Ministries has become a source of shelter, recreation, and spiritual life, in the year since its shelter opened.

Ah, for a magic formula into which you could plug your distinctive set of circumstances...