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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.

If you’re a survivor of sexual harm, recovering your sexuality is possible. You are worthy of good care.

An old pro and a young rookie learn to be on the same team in this Formula 1 racing movie.

A coming-of-age story for middle-grade readers, set among the Mbororo people of central and western Africa.

Podemos decir que actualmente la hospitalidad desempeña un papel algo menor en nuestra vida personal y congregacional.

From award-winning author Mitali Perkins comes an essential companion for writers, artists, and other creatives who long for a more just world.

The annual denomination survey asks respondents to select from 28 phrases in response to the prompt “To me, the term ‘Christian Reformed’ means ...”

How do we reframe our perspectives to be keenly aware of God’s presence in the mundane of everyday life?

The New Loneliness is about experiencing the authentic relationships God created you for by identifying and overcoming today’s biggest relational obstacles.

Bob Dylan, still unknown by fans but loved anyway. Biopic focuses on four years of Dylan’s life and stars Timothée Chalamet.

Psychologist Kevin Chapman draws on his therapeutic expertise to invite us into a deeper understanding of our thinking patterns, emotional triggers, and avoidance behaviors—all viewed through the lens of scriptural truth and God's power to change lives.

“For some of our friends, this group has become a very important part of their week.”

Dykstra served as vice president of religion at the Lilly Endowment in Indianapolis, shepherding some 6,300 grants to congregations, denominations and divinity schools.

The city of Kaya, Burkina Faso, has become home to thousands of internally displaced people. Yet Reframe Ministries is able to offer people hope through the radio.

Join Karen Wingate, who was born blind, as she unveils what creation says about God's character and invites you to immerse yourself in the experience of sound.

An author with ties to the CRC brings The Wizard of Oz creator L. Frank Baum to life in her novel.

In 1985, I was a typical 3-year-old boy living in Iowa. I played with toy trucks and tractors and didn’t like the word “nap.”

Graafschap CRC in Holland, Mich., was among the first congregations that joined to become the Christian Reformed Church in North America. Its July 4 community event includes heritage tours and family fun.

“For the Care of Creation” will be added to the existing list of 17 Masses for special civil needs.

Especially toward guests, kèqì is an overwhelming, welcoming force.