Wherever Jesus is in the city, there is urban ministry.
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Some time ago President Obama was accused of not believing in “American exceptionalism.” No matter what a president says o
To dream is to trust, but it is also to surrender.
Christ replaces our shame, anxiety, and hostility with confidence, faith, and hospitality.
I park my police car under a shade tree at Roberto Clemente Park and watch some elementary school-age boys from the neighborhood playi
The CRC’s new policy of diversity in leadership follows the spirit of the New Testament church.
Where is our greatest Easter impact?
The story of humanity begins in a garden, ends in a park-like city, and is focused in between on a cemetery.
Our congregation is hosting a workshop on financial stewardship.
Was it because of us or because of God that Jesus had to die?
In his Banner article (“Reformed Matters: Supporting Public
Music can make a powerful difference in the lives of people with dementia.
God can use us to redeem the world, one creative act at a time.
Deep in thought, sitting on an old chair in the cafeteria of Calvin Seminary in Grand Rapids, Mich., I was struggling to find my ident
Let’s claim the story of the Belhar Confession for ourselves.
Caring for Our Scientists
Some postures and practices of science-friendly churchesA hospitable attitude toward science and faith is critical for a compelling Christian witness.
Sometimes research by scholars in pursuit of truth can bump up against the boundaries of Scripture and the Reformed doctrines.
As full-bodied imagebearers of God, our center of gravity is located as much in our bodies as in our minds.
Measuring your height is easy. But what about measuring your faith?
It’s easier for us to judge and instruct than it is to encourage.
The gospel narratives of Jesus’ birth vary for very good reasons.
Summarizing our discussion of the Belhar
How do we encourage helping real people in real crises when the world doesn’t seem to care unless CNN reports on it?
Fifteen years after women were first allowed to serve as ministers of the Word and sacraments in the Christian Reformed Church, approx