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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?

Historian 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.

Inspired 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.

Douglas 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.

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.

Many Christians experience seasons when our faith feels uncomfortable—when prayers seem to bounce off the ceiling or when worship feels mechanical.

It’s fair to say that hospitality plays a somewhat diminished role in our personal and congregational lives presently.

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?