Third Way? Meh
When I read here on the RJ blog about “Better Together: A Third Way,” an organized effort to hold together the Christian Reformed Church, my heart said “Bless you.” My h
Volunteer With World Renew (Short and Long Term Mission Opportunities)
Make a life-changing difference by serving with World Renew. From disaster response to cultural immersion, World Renew believes in educating and equipping volunteers to better understand, engage, and respond to the story of poverty.
Reconciliation Meets Gospel Mission at Upcoming Canadian National Gathering
The upcoming Canadian National Gathering focuses on reconciliation. The theme of reconciliation can help us to understand many other facets of our Christian walk.
God's Big Pentecost Story: A Celebration for Families
The story of Pentecost is an exciting one. It’s the fulfillment of Jesus’ promise to send his Spirit to be with all believers—including kids! It also provides a great opportunity for families to grow in faith together as they celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit and the birthday of the church.
An Ecclesiological Mosaic
I began attending worship at a small, rural Lutheran church when I was in junior high. I can still remember sitting down in the pew next to my classmates, the striking stained glass images in the windows and the booming organ in the balcony above.
Ora et Labora: A Synod Worship Preview
“Ora et Labora” Pray and Work.
Looking for Volunteer Golf Cart Drivers at Synod 2023!
Golf Cart Driving for Synod 2023
CRCNA Position Openings
The CRCNA is hiring for the following positions:
The Case for "One Another" (See These 59 Commands in the Bible)
Jesus, on the night He was betrayed spoke these words, “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are My disciples, if you love one another.”
2023 Denominational Survey Results
As part of the denominational ministry plan, Our Journey 2025, the CRCNA has contracted with DataWise Consulting to administer an annual denominational survey. The results from the 2023 survey have now been compiled.
Prayer Is Essential to What’s Happening at Synod. Here’s Why.
Prayer is essential to what’s happening at synod. The work that every delegate and synodical office staffer does is not their own. It is the Lord’s.
How to Read Overtures and Communications to Synod
Overtures can feel like something relatively mundane that is built into our ecclesial structure. Before we start evaluating overtures, it's good to understand what they are and how they work.
How the Church Growth Movement Has De-Churched Christians
One of the common responses to the decline of Christianity in America is to note that it is not our fault.
Now Available! Acts 17 Paul in Athens Documentary
Hello CRC Brothers and Sisters,
Sent As You Are
In the first verse of Luke 10 (our foundational Go Local text), those who follow Jesus are sent—but they don’t appear to be especially well-prepared for their mission.
Church Platforms/Risers for Sale
The first picture only shows the platform with two tiers, but there is a third tier which fits where the pictured chair sits. In total, there are nine platforms: three base 4’x8’, three middle 4’x6’, three top 4’x3.5’.
Hearts Exchanged: Join Us Fall 2023
Hearts Exchanged is a learning and action journey designed to equip Reformed Christians to engage with Indigenous people as neighbours and fellow image bearers.
Restorative Practices: What Are They? Why Are We Using Them? How Are We Moving Forward?
Why Restorative Practices
Survey Results: Leading the Way in Faith-Driven Climate Action
If 90% of your congregants were struggling to understand an issue, wouldn’t you consider it a priority to help your church discover what the Bible has to say on that subject?
Give Synod the Benefit of the Doubt
I wanted to pass along a recent Banner article I found helpful, titled Give Synod the Benefit of the Doubt.