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The civil war that broke out in Libya last year had far-reaching consequences, not just for the Libyan people but for many families wh

Let’s reacquaint ourselves with the text of the confession we already have and with its dramatic early history.

Should everyone who preaches—not just ordained pastors—be allowed to raise their hands while offering God’s blessing?

Taking care of all those animals was no picnic!

Do we need a new category of behavior called “morally tacky”?

Golfers of all ages attend free four-day clinic at Hillside Community CRC in Cutlerville, Mich.

New City CRC in Jersey City hosts job fair for students.

Teens from four churches give up laser tag and sightseeing to help pay for VBS and a carnival for kids.

Nurturing students is the primary goal of the collective kitchen program at Fanshawe College in London.

People who are divorced find support and care at a Whitinsville church

After three years of discussion, Synod 2012 will decide whether to adopt the Belhar as proposed by Synod 2009.

James LeRoy Hoogeveen, 61, a pastor with a disciple’s heart, zealous for sharing Christ, encourager of ministry colleagues, and

The United States observes a National Day of Prayer on May 3, 2012—but every day is a day of prayer.

In 1984 I experienced my first “Apple moment.” As I opened the boxes holding my brand-new Apple MacIntosh computer, I was

Have you ever thought about Jonah’s story from the perspective of a big fish? Eileen Spinelli has.

Donald Miller’s best-selling memoir Blue Like Jazz has made it to the big screen, thanks to many, many individuals.

Jeanine Hathaway’s latest poetry collection, The

Glen McCarthy is a hip-hop musician, community improvement manager for Chicago Public Schools, and pastoral associate who wants to cha

When I first got the email, I dismissed the idea altogether.

Wherever Jesus is in the city, there is urban ministry.

Tacoma CRC celebrates new life on Easter by covering the cross in fresh flowers.

Alfred Elders and Jay Bartels reunite 65 years after serving on the island of Guam during World War II.

A group of Toronto business professionals meets monthly to be encouraged in their faith.