Church Year Resources

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in September 2024. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

May 11, 2025 (Mother's Day) - Women of Hope Sunday - World Renew Canada

The well-being of mothers, infants, and children can determine the future of their communities. But in many countries, mothers face challenges accessing the nutrition and medical care they need during pregnancy and as they raise their children. Through World Renew health initiatives, we work to give mothers and their babies the best start possible. 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. To learn more, visit worldrenew.ca/womenofhope

Downloadable Resources (Canada)

May 11, 2025 (Mother's Day) - The First 1000 Days - World Renew U.S.

Did you know the first 1,000 days of a child’s life are the most important? Good health from a mother's pregnancy to age two is essential for kids to grow up healthy and strong. But in some areas where World Renew works, families don’t have the awareness or ability to see a doctor or visit a medical clinic. Pregnant mothers and their babies don't always get the care they need. That's why World Renew equips local communities around the world to deliver life-saving care to babies and moms. We work to provide healthcare, child nutrition, and classes for parents during the first 1,000 days and beyond. Together with your gifts, we can help ensure that babies born into poverty get a healthy start. Download our free First 1,000 Days resources at worldrenew.net/resources.

Downloadable Resources (U.S.)

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May 25, 2025 - ReFrame Ministries

The good news is for all people in all languages! Every day, your global media ministry partners at the CRC's media ministry, ReFrame Ministries, send out thousands of biblical messages, videos, and podcasts in 10 different languages.

Downloadable Resources

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in September 2024. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

June 8, 2025 (Pentecost) - Resonate Global Mission

On the very first Pentecost, the disciples were doing exactly what we do every Sunday—gathering together. But on that day, something special happened: they were filled with and empowered by the Holy Spirit and sent out to spread the gospel. As Christ followers, we are empowered by the same Holy Spirit who filled the disciples on the very first Pentecost. And we are called to be sent out too!

Downloadable Resources

June 15, 2025 (Trinity Sunday, Father's Day) - Candidacy Committee

When Jesus was on earth, he proclaimed the good news that "the kingdom is among us", and ever since then the Spirit has been at work in our world in amazing ways. He invites us to join Him in working the great "field" of our world, sowing His Word and rejoicing over the plentiful harvest. Do you feel called to be a sower of God's Word? If so, the Candidacy Director would love to help you connect to a pathway of training for ministry in the CRCNA.

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June 22, 2025 (Indigenous Ministry Sunday) - Indigenous Ministries - Canada

Indigenous Ministry Sunday falls on the Sunday closest to National Indigenous Peoples Day in Canada. This year’s resources discuss learning on the land and in the region that you are a part of. Additional worship resources to add to the richness of your service are also available.

Downloadable Resources

June 29, 2025 Refugee Sunday - World Renew - Canada

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

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.

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

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

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 - Canada

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

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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 2024. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

January 12, 2025 - ReFrame Ministries

At the start of a new year, people around the world are looking to grow in faith or to recommit in their relationship with Christ. Through offerings and ministry shares, Christian Reformed congregations help them find the biblical resources they need to start a new journey!

January 19, 2025 - Sanctity of Human Life Sunday -Thrive

This year, we are anchoring our Sanctity of Human Life commemoration in Our World Belongs to God, the Contemporary Testimony of the Christian Reformed Church, Article 44. Because of our call to treat all life with awe and respect—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, vulnerable, and end of life issues.

Also Available: Downloadable Resources

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in September 2024. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

February 9, 2025 - Ministry Shares: Celebrating Your Impact!

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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Also available: Downloadable Resources

February 23, 2025 (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 like food, cash, and voucher distributions. 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 23, 2025 (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 that is 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.

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Also available: Downloadable Resources

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in September 2024. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

March 9, 2025 (Justice and Hope Sunday, First Sunday of Lent) - Centre for Public Dialogue - Canada

The Centre for Public Dialogue invites you to mark Justice and Hope Sunday on the first Sunday of Lent. Featuring a workshop highlight, this insert focuses on growing towards justice everyday. Additional worship resources are also available.

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Also available: Downloadable Resources

March 16, 2025 - Thrive

Thrive is the congregational support agency of the Christian Reformed Church. Our purpose is simple: equip and encourage churches and ministry leaders. How can we support you? Reach out to us at crcna.org/Thrive or email [email protected]. We want to hear from you and serve your church so you can thrive.