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Here are the resources available to your church for special dates and offerings throughout the year. Materials vary from week to week, but can include bulletin covers and inserts, children's resources, devotionals, worship planning tools, prayers, projection graphics and more. The resources are organized below by their suggested date on the CRCNA Deacons' Offering Calendar; however, most materials are designed in such a way that they may be used on any date that works best for your congregation.

Emails are typically sent twice a year (in March and September) to every Christian Reformed congregation in North America with a unique order form link that allows you to order materials for six months at a time. The March order form includes materials for July to December, and the September order form covers January to June.

** Special Note: Due to a software system change in 2025, a special stopgap order form will be emailed out in November 2025 to order materials for 2nd Quarter 2026 (April - June). We plan to return to the usual scheduled bi-annual order forms after this. **

To place a special order, call 800-333-8300.

Helpful tools:

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in April 2025. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

December 7, 2025 - ReFrame Ministries

Through devotionals, God’s Word reaches beyond borders, languages, and cultures. Thanks to your support, our devotions are not just helping to shape lives here at home but also bringing light and hope to believers around the world.

Downloadable Resources

December 25, 2025 (Christmas Day) - World Renew Canada

This Christmas, join World Renew in giving joy and sharing hope through our Gift Catalogue. Whether it be a goat, a chicken, a hand-washing station, or agriculture training, your gift could be just what someone needs to move forward with hope. The Gift Catalogue includes many great gift choices for your family, church, school, or group. Explore the Giving Tree package to create a fun method of engaging a whole congregation! The Children's Catalogue is also available to bring fun and learning to your young ones. Find all this and more at worldrenew.ca!

Downloadable Resources - Canada

Gift Catalogue - Canada

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December 25, 2025 (Christmas Day) - World Renew U.S.

This Christmas, join World Renew in giving joy and sharing hope through our Gift Catalog. Whether it be a goat, a chicken, a hand-washing station, or agriculture training, your gift could be just what someone needs to move forward with hope. The Gift Catalog includes many great gift choices for your family, church, school, or group. Be sure to check out the Giving Tree and Fill the Barnyard materials, too! The Gift Catalog gives you the opportunity to choose how you want to support families around the world to achieve sustainable, healthy lives. Learn more and download all these free resources at worldrenew.net/resources.

Downloadable Resources - U.S.

(Note: U.S. churches may request extra catalogs by calling World Renew at 1-800-552-7972 or emailing [email protected])

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Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in September 2025. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

January 11, 2026 - ReFrame Ministries

Around the world, God is using ReFrame Ministries to bring people to faith in Jesus. In India, one man who once opposed the gospel is now leading others to Christ, and more than 200 believers gather in the church he helped establish. Discover more stories at ReFrameMinistries.org

January 18, 2026 - Sanctity of Human Life Sunday - Thrive

Every human life is a sacred gift from God—created in His image, known before birth, and cherished to life’s final breath. This year, we are anchoring our Sanctity of Human Life commemoration in this truth: that our calling as Christ’s people is to uphold the sanctity of all life, from the womb to the tomb. We invite you to visit our resource page (crcna.org/life) as we explore a holistic ethic of life as it relates to the unborn, the vulnerable, and end-of-life issues.

Also Available: Downloadable Resources

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in September 2025. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

February 8, 2026 - Ministry Shares

Ministry shares make it possible for any congregation, of any size, to access the support they need, whenever they need it, without having to worry about costs. They are one way that we, as the body of Christ, show our commitment to each other. They also extend our reach, by making it possible to do more ministry in more places all over the world, by doing it together. This Sunday is our opportunity to say thank you for being part of this covenant relationship.

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For presentation: Impact Video (2:35), Thank You Video (2:22)

Also available: Downloadable Resources

February 15, 2026 (Canadian Foodgrains Bank Sunday) - World Renew - Canada

As one of the founding members of Canadian Foodgrains Bank, World Renew multiplies your impact through food security programs for families. Around the world, floods have washed away crops and droughts have left farmlands barren. But together we can end global hunger! With the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, World Renew's capacity to provide disaster response and food security programs on a global scale has grown over the years. Your gifts will be matched up to 4X! To learn more about what you can do to help end hunger, use our downloadable resources, available online at worldrenew.ca/resources-cfgb

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Also available: Downloadable Resources

February 15, 2026 (Disaster Response Services Sunday) - World Renew - U.S.

Every year, more families and communities around North America are affected by disasters. The damage and destruction left after a disaster can be felt for weeks, months, and even years. World Renew Disaster Response Services (DRS) has responded to disasters by offering cleanup and long-term recovery work for more than 50 years. By organizing volunteers and connecting with local partners in areas affected by disasters, DRS helps hurricane, flood, tornado, and wildfire survivors repair their homes and find hope again. Through serving others, we help spread the good news of Jesus Christ — but we can’t do it alone. A gift from your church, as well as volunteers willing to serve in areas affected by disasters, will help World Renew DRS continue to renew hope. Visit worldrenew.net/drs to learn more about this work.

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Also available: Downloadable Resources

February 22, 2026 (Justice and Hope Sunday, First Sunday of Lent) - Canadian Justice Ministries - Canada

Justice and Hope Sunday is the first Sunday of Lent each year. As justice-seekers whose ears are attuned to the voices of marginalized people, where is our hope when the poor are trampled underfoot and it seems that the powerful take the day every time? Where is our hope when even our churches too often turn their faces away? We have hope because we are not saving the world, Christ is. This year's Justice and Hope Sunday resources highlight Intercultural Ministry in the Christian Reformed Church.

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Also available: Downloadable Resources

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in September 2025. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

March 1, 2026 - The Banner

Join The Banner in celebrating 160 years of informing, inspiring, educating, and challenging members of the Christian Reformed Church! Get a new tidbit from The Banner’s history each week, along with links to news and reviews, in the weekly Update email straight to your inbox. Sign up for that and the print edition at thebanner.org/signup. And download the app to get everything straight to your device.

March 15, 2026 - Thrive

Thrive, the congregational support agency of the Christian Reformed Church in North America, has produced a collection of one-page handouts to help strengthen faith. Each handout features ten practical ideas on various topics to help generate conversation, training, and planning around a variety of faith formation challenges and opportunities. These resources are just a few of the vital ways that Thrive equips and provides encouragement to help CRC congregations flourish.

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in November 2025. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

April 5, 2026 (Easter Sunday) - Resonate Global Mission

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We are Risen with Christ! “Since you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above.” —Colossians 3:1. Celebrate Easter and the life we've been given on mission as we live with the risen Savior. Easter is only the first step on our lifelong journey of mission!

Downloadable Resources

April 26, 2026 - Abuse Awareness Sunday - Thrive

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Thrive is the congregational support agency of the Christian Reformed Church in North America. On this Abuse Awareness Sunday, let us renew our commitment to truth so that the vulnerable are protected and healing and hope are possible. Support Thrive’s work for abuse prevention in the CRCNA by giving today: crcna.org/thrive/donate

Downloadable Resources

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in November 2025. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

May 10, 2026 (Mother's Day) - World Renew Canada

The first 1,000 days of a child’s life are the most important. But in communities experiencing extreme poverty, proper nutrition and access to healthcare can be a challenge for pregnant mothers and babies. Through World Renew health initiatives, we work to give moms and their babies the best start possible in the first 1,000 days. World Renew equips local communities around the world to deliver life-saving care to mothers and young children, changing countless lives for generations. With your support, we can make an even bigger impact in the area of maternal & child health. Visit worldrenew.ca/first1000days to learn more.

Downloadable Resources (Canada)

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May 10, 2026 (Mother's Day) - World Renew U.S.

The first 1,000 days of a child’s life are the most important. But in communities experiencing extreme poverty, proper nutrition and access to healthcare can be a challenge for pregnant mothers and babies. Through World Renew health initiatives, we work to give moms and their babies the best start possible in the first 1,000 days. World Renew equips local communities around the world to deliver life-saving care to mothers and young children, changing countless lives for generations. With your support, we can make an even bigger impact in the area of maternal & child health. Visit worldrenew.net/first1000days to learn more.

Downloadable Resources (U.S.)

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May 17, 2026 - ReFrame Ministries

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Looking for ways to share God’s love with your grandchildren this summer? Kids Corner by ReFrame Ministries offers free stories, podcasts, and activities that help kids discover God’s Word in fun and meaningful ways. Explore resources at kidscorner.net

Downloadable Resources

May 24, 2026 (Pentecost) - Resonate Global Mission

Spirit on the Move — "The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor.” —Luke 4:18. The Holy Spirit is with us as we take our next steps on mission. Jesus launched his own time of ministry with this acknowledgment of his calling. Where is God calling your church to go with his Spirit?

Downloadable Resources

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in September 2025. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

June 21, 2026 (Indigenous Ministry Sunday) - Indigenous Ministry - Canada

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The CRC dedicates one Sunday every year to recognize National Indigenous Peoples Day and to celebrate the Indigenous Ministry of the CRC. Indigenous Ministry Sunday provides an opportunity for everyone in Canada to learn more about Indigenous peoples and their cultures, and to celebrate the gifts and richness that Indigenous people bring to life in Canada. This year's resources highlight On-the-Land Learning, a growing part of the CRC's Indigenous Ministry.

Downloadable Resources

June 28, 2026 Refugee Sunday - World Renew - Canada

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The number of refugees in the world continues to climb as people who have fled human conflict, persecution, or natural disaster search for safety in a new country. World Renew's Refugee Sponsorship and Resettlement team supports churches across Canada through the process of sponsorship. Through your gift you can join the story of welcoming refugees seeking to rebuild their lives in Canada. To download more Refugee Sunday resources, visit worldrenew.ca/refugees

Downloadable Resources

June 28, 2026 Refugee Sunday - World Renew - U.S.

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Are you and your church looking for more ways to share God’s love with people living in poverty? Join World Renew in changing the story of hunger, poverty, and disaster. Compelled by God’s deep passion for justice and mercy, World Renew partners with communities around the world to renew hope through programs in food security, health, economic opportunity, justice and peace, and disaster response. Together with your support, we can extend Christ’s compassion and help people journey from hardship to hope. To learn more or get involved, visit worldrenew.net.

Downloadable Resources

Prior Year

Resources for past months are listed below for reference.

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in April 2025. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information.

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in April 2025. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in April 2025. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

September 7, 2025 - Calvin University

Calvin is a school with a big mission: equipping students to be agents of renewal, ready to step into the public square and renew all things for the glory of Christ. We believe that every student has something to offer the world; every student has something that God is calling him or her to do. Calvin’s job is to partner with each student to discover what that is and then help them develop the skills they’ll need to gain that success. Learn more at Calvin.edu.

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September 14 or 21, 2025 (Mission Emphasis Week) - Resonate Global Mission

As Christ followers, we are a part of a bigger story than just our own individual lives, or the lives of our own families and churches. We are a part of a global church of believers called to recognize the Holy Spirit’s work in the world and to live out God’s mission of sharing the good news of the gospel with all people. Resonate Global Mission, your Christian Reformed mission agency, is here to connect you and your church to that bigger story.

Downloadable Resources

September 28, 2025 - Ministry Shares

Ministry shares make it possible for any congregation, of any size, to access the support they need, whenever they need it, without having to worry about costs. They are one way that we, as the body of Christ, show our commitment to each other. They also extend our reach, by making it possible to do more ministry in more places all over the world, by doing it together. Learn more by using this resource. Great for congregational meetings as well.

Downloadable Resources

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Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in April 2025. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

October 5, 2025 (All Nations Heritage Sunday) - Thrive

The CRC is a resource-rich denomination — however, nearly all of our resources are available only in English and a rapidly growing 30 percent of our churches are multicultural or multilingual. The Revelation 7 Fund is an intentional effort to expand the reach and accessibility of these resources to all the congregations within our denomination. On this All Nations Heritage Sunday, please join Thrive in supporting the translation work of important denominational resources by giving to this fund.

 Downloadable Resources

October 19, 2025 (Disability Awareness) - Thrive

Creating a church where everybody belongs and everybody serves requires everyone’s participation. Belonging doesn’t just happen. How might you create belonging in the areas where you are involved? Contact Thrive to learn what’s available and discuss your church's needs.

Video Resources

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Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in April 2025. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

November 2, 2025 (World Hunger Sunday) - World Renew Canada

World Renew invites you and your church to help families around the world plant hope and end hunger through our World Hunger Campaign. With your support, people will experience God's compassion by receiving the training and tools needed to grow enough food. A printed bulletin insert is available for order and will encourage your church members to give gifts in response to the growing food crisis, and our World Hunger Devotional is also available for order and use around your family tables or small group circles. Additional resources, including a video, will be made available at worldrenew.ca/resources for download, as we draw closer to World Hunger Sunday. Peter Fish banks and resources are available for fundraising and engaging everyone around God's table! worldrenew.ca/peterfish (Canada only)

Downloadable Resources - Canada

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November 2, 2025 (World Hunger Sunday) - World Renew U.S

Despite our ability to produce enough food to feed the global population, hunger still exists. Hunger robs families around the world of health and opportunity. At World Renew, we work to end hunger and improve food security for families facing poverty. We come alongside families to help develop the resources they need to fight hunger and improve their ability to grow and raise their own food. With your support, more people will know God’s compassion by receiving the training and tools to achieve food security—not just for today, but for the weeks, months, and years to come. Learn more and download our free World Hunger resources at worldrenew.net/resources.

Downloadable Resources - U.S.

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November 9, 2025 (International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church) - ReFrame Ministries

The threat and darkness of persecution is real, but the light of Jesus Christ is stronger. Despite the challenges God’s people face throughout the world today, the light of Jesus Christ continues to shine through ReFrame’s ministry partners around the world.

Downloadable Resources

November 16, 2025 (Chaplaincy Sunday) - Thrive

Today we recognize the valuable gospel-spreading work of chaplains. The goal of a chaplain is to proclaim the love of God to people by being a good neighbor and demonstrating God's love to them in a tangible way. Chaplains are exceptional, well-trained ministers of the Word or commissioned pastors who serve in specialized ministries beyond the walls of the church. We have the opportunity to donate to Thrive today and help them provide the necessary professional training and resources for all CRC chaplains.

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November 23, 2025 - Resonate Global Mission

The writer of Revelation paints a beautiful portrait of people from all over the world worshipping God—but we do not have to wait to experience this reality. Even today, we are part of a global church working to spread the gospel among people in every square inch of this world! As your Christian Reformed mission agency, Resonate Global Mission is here to connect you and your church to the work of the global church.

Downloadable Resources