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Jim Tuinstra worked for many years helping ex-offenders stay out of prison. He assumed his work would end when he retired from a faith-based social services agency in Grand Rapids, Mich.

In this stunning and stirring analysis, law professor Michelle Alexander argues that the “War on Drugs” has created a racial caste system in America akin to slavery and segregation.

This album features a highly original collaboration between banjo virtuoso Béla Fleck and jazz pianist Marcus Roberts.

Maranatha youth group makes Woodstock SERVE project memorable.

Granite Springs Church reaches out to kids with annual summer music and drama camp.

West Michigan Church Raises Funds for Men’s Shelter

Making sure kids have school supplies is the goal of Austinville CRC.

Community garden creates connections between church members and neighbors.

The fears we face are anything but fake.

Savoring the joys of the absence of evil.

Two years after a double lung transplant, George Keulen cycled 235 kilometers to raise awareness of a devastating disease.

Family in Christ CRC in Westminster, Colo., offers parents a night out with VBS.

Connections Community CRC helps people in need while also helping the environment.

Chick-fil-A president opposes gay marriage, while Amazon.com founder comes out in favor.

Don Mclean, The Grass Roots, and The Who are part of a sermon series at Searchlight Ministries in Jamestown, Mich.