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After a very short diagnosis with cancer, Rev. Scott DeVries, who became the Christian Reformed Church’s director of synodical services in 2022, died April 27. He was 47.

“Many have inquired about the current ratio of vacant churches to ministers eligible for call, and there is a growing sense that the Christian Reformed Church in North America has a ‘pastor shortage,’

Many treat conversion as little more than a magic spell, like a “get out of jail free” card played at a crucial moment in a losing game.

On Ascension Day, Jesus takes up his seat at God’s right hand as king of kings and Lord of lords. We let that pass with a yawn. How does this make any sense?

We recently moved into a neighborhood where not many seem to know about our Reformed faith. How quickly should we bring this into conversations? Or do we leave it out unless asked?

A memoir of coming of age in a conservative Southern family in postwar America.

Go on this scenic Outback adventure to solve a mysterious death.

A seventh-grader has to figure out how to perform the twelve labors of Hercules in real life—and makes discoveries about friendship, community, and himself along the way.

The Christian Reformed Church’s synod will meet June 14-20 in Grand Rapids, Mich. Delegates will deliberate on the process for handling confessional difficulties, requests for discipline, and reports on the state of leadership and proposed Church Order changes.

ReFrame Ministries and Resonate Global Mission staff share the gospel every day in their work. Here’s what they’ve learned.

From storyteller Kate DiCamillo comes the first book in a funny early reader trilogy about a misanthropic rat and a naive owl—and the beginning of a beautiful friendship.

A lyrical, captivating retelling of the biblical redemption story from National Book Award nominee Mitali Perkins, sure to become a beloved tradition for families of faith.

A Korean American mother of two highlights her family’s favorite children’s books celebrating Asian stories and cultures.

See some of our top picks for reading and watching for May 2024.

Our congregation had been asked about their comfort level with different scenarios in categories such as marital status, age, first language, and disability.

Varias veces me desconcertó el repentino cambio de humor de la multitud en Lucas 4:16-30.

When someone needs help, is praying for them enough? Or should Christians do more to directly help?

When God said in Genesis, “Let dry ground appear,” God created solid, recyclable material.

Jury Duty is a documentary-style comedy series that shares the inner workings of an American jury trial through the eyes of one particular juror.

A mysterious manor house hides the keys to shocking family secrets—and rapidly fading portals to other worlds—in a richly woven opener to this young adult fantasy series.

A uniquely inspiring nonfiction book that illuminates the transformative power of sharing our most profound experiences of suffering.

Using technology, intergenerational teams, and 11 days for historical exploration, members of Clinton (Ont.) Christian Reformed Church participated in Hunt75, discovering how they are “Rooted in Faith.”

In its report to the Christian Reformed Church’s synod and in earlier communication to the Calvin Theological Seminary community, Calvin seminary’s board of trustees indicates commitment to the church’s confessional standards.