A visiting minister was giving the offertory prayer: “Dear, Lord,” he began with arms extended and a rapturous look on his up
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The most refreshing change I’ve made in my Bible reading has been to learn how to pray Scripture contemplatively.
In this banner we’ll catch you up on Synod 2005, our denomination’s annual leadership convention.
She felt overwhelmed. So much to do. So little time to do it. The advice she was getting wasn’t helping.
Q In our worship services children come to the front for a message that, in many cases, is far above their level of
Summer's Busy Bodies
Hey, kids, find out how these cool creatures can inspire your own summer fun!
When Our children were young, no summer was considered complete unless it involved an afternoon of throwing rocks.
When people have prayed in a place continually for a thousand years, the place itself takes on the spirit of prayer,” the guide tol
Love Thy Neighbour
An American’s Guide to CanadaLet’s face it—most Americans don’t spend much time thinking about Canada.
Why Me?
Having had the honor of being a delegate to several synods of the Christian Reformed Church, I’m always so pleased and thankful for
Synod meets this month (June 11-18). Synod is the annual weeklong convention of Christian Reformed leaders from across North America.
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Not Just for Singles
Want to get an idea of how big God’s love is?
Q Church pastors show movie clips in the worship service. Everyone gets a good laugh and a little Bible lesson.
The church’s calendar not only includes a date to remember the birth of Jesus (Dec.
It feels good to sit and relax after a busy day or after the kids have left for school.
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I’ve heard many pastors thank God for “answered prayer” when someone in the congregation gets well after an illness or
No Kidding
Mother’s Day was coming up.
In Life and in Death
Who should’ve made the call in Terri Schiavo’s case?The agonizing issue of whether Terri Schiavo should live or die provoked such sharp division that it pitted even those closest to her ag
In May 2001 Todd and Kristin Lighty were getting ready to run a mini-marathon in Indianapolis.
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