A unique quality of modern North American Christianity is that, outside of Pentecostal circles, believers rarely report visions and dreams as experiences connecting them to God. When we have dreams and visions, we attribute them to the jalapeňo nachos we ate before bed! Not so for the rest of the wo
If you drove by one 16-acre field in rural Ontario, you might miss the blue sign with the Canadian Foodgrains Bank logo. But a bigger sign might catch your eye: “Harvest of Hope.” This plot of land is growing more than crops—it’s nurturing compassion, community, and Christ-like care for the hungry.F
The water pipes at the early childhood education center where Omar Bohorquez worked had been dry for 16 years. Training from Resonate Global Mission inspired Bohorquez to provide a solution.Venezuela’s water infrastructure struggles to keep up with the population’s needs. While some schools, homes,
My favorite kind of test is multiple choice (or, as it is sometimes called, “multiple guess”). “Fill in the blank” tests are much tougher. So here’s one for you: “_____ by itself, if not accompanied by _____, is dead.”This phrase from James 2:17 is one of the many verses in which James “fills in the
Walk As We is a small but growing urban, ecumenical, Indigenous ministry in Calgary, Alta., that is rooted in friendship, humility, and a shared journey toward reconciliation. While not one of the three official Urban Indigenous Ministry Centers supported by the Christian Reformed Church (in Winnipe
Have you ever equated the size or visibility of a church with “successful ministry”? You see the megachurch in town putting up billboards inviting people to Easter services, and you know they will have thousands in attendance. Or you hear about that new and innovative church plant that gets featured
The Christian Reformed Church has a long history of working together and pooling resources to further God’s kingdom work around the world. This year we will feature a special column in each issue that includes an interview with one of the directors of these shared ministries. This month we spoke wit
Thrive’s resource series, Ten Ways, has a new look—and is now available in Spanish and Korean. This expansion makes the series more accessible to congregations, communities, and leaders across the CRCNA.“The growth of Spanish- and Korean-speaking congregations in the CRCNA is something to be celebra
As summer turns to fall and fall to winter, some of us have spring on our minds. In particular, what kinds of flowers would we like to see next April or May? There are two approaches to that question. The first is to scatter wildflower seeds. Another is to intentionally plant seeds or bulbs such as
Founded by Dutch immigrants from the Netherlands, the Christian Reformed Church in North America has long welcomed immigrant and ethnic communities. That legacy continues today in places such as Chin Christian Church of Kentwood, Mich.The seed of Chin Church was planted when three Burmese refugee fa
It was a chilly January morning in 2024 when Ada Christian Reformed Church, a predominantly white congregation of Dutch ancestry in Ada, Mich., welcomed a Chinese family. From that day on, Calvin Theological Seminary student Matthew Sun, his wife, and their four daughters found a warm and inviting h
An overwhelming sense of responsibility, accompanied by an equal amount of humility and a desire for anonymity, is what you get when asking Jan and Jim Jonker about their time as Today daily devotional delivery drivers for the past two decades.Their story is rooted in family legacy. Jim's father, Je
Mike Liang came to Calvin with a clear goal: to prepare to become a doctor.One year in, his goal hasn’t changed, but he says Calvin’s liberal arts education is giving him a broader perspective with direct value-adding benefits to his career path.“Calvin’s approach to education is preparing me well.
In Guatemala, about 46% of all children under the age of 5 suffer from chronic malnutrition. Not only does this affect a child’s physical and mental health in the short-term, but it can also have long-term cognitive, social, and physical effects. Talking about nutritional issues and raising awarenes
“When I was looking for a seminary, I was looking for (one) that was pastorally relevant, academically rigorous, and community grounded,” said Sam Ha, a student at Calvin Theological Seminary. “When I was considering Calvin, a cloud of witnesses told me their experiences. And all their stories led t
A few months ago I was sitting in church on a Sunday morning when the testimony of a young man, who was professing his faith, enthralled me. A critical part of the story he told about why he was drawn to become a confessing member was the relationship he had with an older Christian man in his workpl
The future of the church is already being lived out in the lives of young people who are stepping into ministry, leadership, and service with fresh energy and vision. Across congregations, campuses, and mission fields, youth and young adults are reimagining what it means to be the church in today’s
When Gabe (age 11) sees the large microphones and the recording console, he is excited and determined to get to work. “I love how I am in a real studio, recording like a professional artist!” he said. His drama teacher recommended him, and his audition recording got him the job.Kids Corner, a progra
The Christian Reformed Church in Canada is actively looking toward its future, with key questions guiding its path: Who are we as a denomination in this time and place, and what is God calling us to do together?These questions will be at the heart of the next Canadian National Gathering, scheduled f
What does faith formation in missions look like? For Delaney Plumb, it meant serving with Resonate Global Mission’s Cohort for one year—and now she’s back serving in Central America long-term.Resonate’s Cohort is an opportunity for young adults to discern God’s calling on their lives, engage deeply