Pension Benefit Options for Ministers
This document describes the different options in which your pension benefits can be paid from the Christian Reformed Church Retirement Plan for Ministers.
Moving Policy for Retiring Ministers
The Ministers’ Pension Plan has funds to assist with the final moving expenses for a minister at retirement, or, if the minister dies while in active ministry, for his/her surviving spouse.
Together Again
Together and Different
Upcoming Webinar! Lifelong Discipleship: A Conversation with Author Cameron Shaffer
What do you see when you look around your church on a Sunday morning? An increasing number of congregations report seeing fewer youth and young adults.
Agenda and Acts of Synod 2026
A digital version of the Acts of Synod 2026 is now available (also on the Synod Resources page of the Christian Reformed Church in
Building Authentic Community: Reflections on the Canadian National Gathering
Every three years, Christian Reformed churches from across Canada come together to discern, celebrate, and explore God’s calling for our national community of churches.
2026 Report from the Global Vision Implementation Team
Synod 2024 discussed and adopted a Global Vision Team report from the Council of Delegates.
A 5-Week Season of Creation Curriculum for Schools and Sunday Schools
Every year from September 1 through October 4, Christians and churches around the world unite for the Season of Creation—a dedicated time to rejoice in the Creator, give thanks for the earth, and renew our shared call to care for God’s world.
Who Is Shine Online For?
Social media doesn’t have to be intimidating. With the right approach, it can become a natural extension of your church—sharing encouragement, building relationships, and inviting others in.
A Cold Christian is a Useful Christian: How Culture Opens Us to the Bible
In the past two Intercultural Cohorts I have had the opportunity to speak about the importance of knowing the cultural context of the Bible.
New Ministry Assets & Logos Page
Preparing church communications shouldn't mean spending hours hunting across multiple websites for the right logo, video, or written blurb.
Gathering Together
Now don’t get me wrong; I love my home church congregation. The body of Christ gathers there, and the Spirit is at work there. I’ll get back to that in a bit.
Beyond Inclusion: Cultivating True Belonging for People with Disabilities
What does it really mean to belong in a church?
Reviewing the 2026 CRCNA USA Giving and Worship Attendance Report: Giving
The Advancement Department of the Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRCNA) recently conducted a brief, five-question survey of CRC Churches in the USA.
Together?
Church Together? Most people love their churches. At least most of the time. Most people struggle with others they encounter in their churches. More often than you might expect.
Following Jesus: The Question That Matters
A long time ago now, my father and I had of those late-night conversations that can occur between adult child and mature parent. As we talked, it became obvious that he was struggling with something very foundational to his life. He asked the question often raised in our pec
Kids Corner Bible Devotions App: Building Lifelong Faith Habits
We all want our children to grow in faith and understand how deeply God loves them. But busy schedules and constant distractions make it hard to build strong spiritual habits at home. What’s a simple way to help our kids grow closer to God each day?
Gathered Again
When I was a sophomore in college, a tiny virus shut down the world.
Recruiting Synod Delegates
The selection of synodical delegates is one of the key roles that a classis must fulfill.
Hello, Maria: When the Gospel Wears a Face
Today I visited María at a detention center. Of course, her name is not really María. María does not attend my church and, honestly, I do not know whether she attends any church. But there is one thing I do know: María is part of my community.