Church Year Resources

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in March 2023. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information. There are no suggested offering Sundays for July 2023.

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in March 2023. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

August 13, 2023 - Leadership Diversity

Many of our diaspora and globalized leaders feel misunderstood and invisible since the greater church doesn’t know their stories. Surprisingly, their ministries have been fueling the current growth in the Christian Reformed Church! Today, these leaders are doing cutting-edge missional work and many other leaders would do well to sit at their feet and learn. Is this where the Spirit of God is at work? You bet!

August 20, 2023 (CRC Annual Day of Justice)

Food insecurity is affecting millions of people worldwide, but this is not a simple issue of poverty. There are many layers of injustice that create challenges to accessing safe and nutritious food for both our global and local neighbours. World Renew, Diaconal Ministries Canada, and the Justice and Mercy ministries of the Christian Reformed Church in North America invite you and your church to participate in reducing food insecurity and to explore alternatives that respectfully and sustainably contribute to long-term changes to food access.

Also available: Downloadable Resources

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in March 2023. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

September 10 or 17, 2023 (Mission Emphasis Week) - Resonate Global Mission

Resonate Global Mission, your Christian Reformed mission agency, goes with you on this mission to every town and place. When you look for new ways to engage with your own community, discover where God is moving, and join God on mission around the corner and around the world, Resonate is here for you. God has given us all we need to fulfill his call to mission—what does that mean for you and your church? Your most important partners on mission are all around you, and your mission field is just steps away.

Also available: Downloadable Resources

September 24, 2023 (Abuse Awareness Sunday) - Safe Church

The abuse awareness topic for 2023 is The Power of Trauma-Informed Ministry. “But I don’t feel safe.” That is what she said after leaving her abusive husband. She was now physically safe, but her body did not allow her to feel safe. That is what trauma does. We want our churches and ministry places to be physically, emotionally, and spiritually safe places because feeling safe and being safe is imperative for those that have experienced trauma. Being trauma-informed means utilizing a framework to support policies, practices, and procedures that adequately meet the needs for the vast amount of people that have experienced trauma.

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Also available: Worship Resources

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in March 2023. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

October 1, 2023 (All Nations Heritage Sunday) - Race Relations

October 1 is All Nations Heritage Sunday. The CRCNA's Race Relations team is dedicated to bringing more diversity into the future leadership of the denomination through the All Nations Heritage scholarship fund. Applicants are students of various ethnic minorities and members of CRCNA congregations who plan to, or who are currently pursuing their educational goals at higher learning institutions affiliated with the CRCNA. Your donations will grow this fund and help this endeavor.

October 9, 2023 (Thanksgiving Day - Canada) - World Renew

Just as God created us in his image and likeness -- each and every one unique and each and every one entitled to live free of abuse or persecution -- he also created us to be family. Through his example he shows us how to live as loving members of his family; he gives generously, loves unfailingly and reassures us that he has plans to prosper us and do us no harm (Jeremiah 29:11). Thanksgiving provides the perfect opportunity to give thanks for God's love and to celebrate families. Through your gifts to World Renew's Free A Family® program you will help change the story of families struggling with poverty, hunger, and injustice, but more importantly, you will share God's love with our global brothers and sisters. A bulletin insert is available for order. To learn more about the Free A Family program, visit worldrenew.ca/free-a-family.

Also available: Downloadable Resources

October 15, 2023 (Disability Awareness Sunday) - Disability Concerns

For many people with disabilities, church is one of the least accessible places they go. What would it be like for people with disabilities if church were truly accessible and welcoming? This insert shares 10 examples of things that fully accessible churches do.

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Also available: Downloadable Resources

October 22, 2023 - Faith Formation

The CRCNA's work in Faith Formation encourages and equips churches and individuals to shape lifelong faith formation in their work, home, school, church, or neighborhood, so that all generations have an intentional and resilient faith. For our designated offering Sunday, we're making available a bookmark-sized bulletin insert that shares ideas for exploring faith practices (spiritual disciplines) with people of all ages.

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October 29, 2023 (Reformation Sunday) - Calvin Theological Seminary

Since 1876, Calvin Theological Seminary has worked on your behalf to faithfully prepare leaders who can nurture disciples and serve the church. You can help keep tuition affordable for Calvin Seminary students by supporting the Covenant Scholarship Fund. By giving towards this scholarship, you make a Seminary education accessible to people from all walks of life.

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Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in March 2023. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

November 5, 2023 (World Hunger Sunday) - World Renew

World Renew invites you and your church to help families around the world overcome hunger for good through our World Hunger Campaign. With your support, families will know 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. Additional resources, including the leader's guide and video, will continue to be made available for download at worldrenew.net/resourcesas we draw closer to World Hunger Sunday 2023. Canadian churches can find downloadable World Hunger resources at and worldrenew.ca/resources .

Also available: Downloadable Resources - U.S. Downloadable Resources - Canada

November 5, 2023 (International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church) - Social Justice

This year’s International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church insert will focus on the persecution and witness of the church in Afghanistan. Mark this day with the Office of Social Justice by using this bulletin insert (featuring a litany on the backside), along with other resources.

Also available: Downloadable Resources

November 12, 2023 - ReFrame Ministries

When God's Word reaches new people, it has the power to transform an entire community for Christ. A Hindu priest named Rajan listened to a radio program from ReFrame's partners in India and chose to give his life to Christ. This decision caused almost everyone in his village who had once looked up to him to turn against him. Still, for 18 years, members of the Christian Reformed Church have encouraged Rajan through a network of media ministry team members in India.

November 19, 2023 (Chaplaincy Sunday) - Chaplaincy

Chaplains are specialized ministers and pastors that serve in institutional settings. They minister to the whole person, addressing not only a person's spiritual needs, but also their physical and emotional needs. They are called to be a light in the darkness, to bring Christ’s grace, peace, and healing to those who need it the most. Chaplaincy and Care Ministry endorses, trains, advocates and provides care for chaplains. Learn about and support this essential and exciting ministry by asking chaplains to share their stories and visit our website crcna.org/Chaplaincy.

Also available: Downloadable Resources

November 23, 2023 (Thanksgiving Day - US) - World Renew

Just as God created us in his image and likeness -- each and every one unique and each and every one entitled to live free of abuse or persecution -- he also created us to be family. Through his example he shows us how to live as loving members of his family; he gives generously, loves unfailingly and reassures us that he has plans to prosper us and do us no harm (Jeremiah 29:11). Thanksgiving provides the perfect opportunity to give thanks for God's love and to celebrate families. Through your gifts to World Renew's Free A Family® program you will help change the story of families struggling with poverty, hunger, and injustice, but more importantly, you will share God's love with our global brothers and sisters. A bulletin insert is available for order. To learn more about the Free A Family program, visit worldrenew.net/free-a-family.

Also available: Downloadable Resources

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in March 2023. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

December 3, 2023 - Calvin University

Calvin University equips students to think deeply, to act justly, and to live wholeheartedly as Christ’s agents of renewal in the world. Our goal is to equip 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.

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December 25, 2023 (Christmas Day) - World Renew

Give the Hope of Christmas with World Renew: World Renew’s Gift Catalog and the Giving Tree Project are meaningful, practical activities for your congregation during Advent. Add a powerful item like a kitchen garden, a chicken, or a beehive for a person who lives in extreme poverty worldwide to your Christmas list! The 2023 catalog includes many great gift choices for families, congregations, schools, and groups. Put up an Advent "giving tree" using the coordinating Giving Tree Project! Gift Catalog and Giving Tree resources, including videos, social media banners, bulletin announcements and inserts, posters, and downloadables are all free on the World Renew website and free to order in print below. Change a life for Good this Christmas with a tangible gift from World Renew.

Also available: Downloadables - US; Downloadables - Canada

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in September 2022. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

January 8, 2023 - ThereforeGo Ministries (formerly Youth Unlimited)

ThereforeGo Ministries is a non-profit, non-denominational Christian organization that focuses on assisting local congregations in their ministry to youth and emerging adults. We strongly believe that the local church is the tool God created to use to reveal himself to the world. We know that taking the call of ministering to today’s youth is not for the faint of heart. Therefore, we are blessed by encouraging, supporting, equipping, and partnering with congregations across North America to reach this generation for Jesus Christ! www.ThereforeGo.com.

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Also Available: Downloadable Resources

January 15, 2023 (Sanctity of Human Life Sunday) - Social Justice

The third Sunday in January is Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, and Social Justice is pleased to offer resources for your church to honor the day. Synod has encouraged Christian Reformed churches to commemorate the day’s significance (Synod 1981 and Synod 1995). Social Justice would like to help churches commemorate the sanctity of human life in ways that are sensitive and mindful of the impact abortion has on society, our churches, and members of our congregations.

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Also Available: Downloadable Resources

January 29, 2023 (Cadet Sunday) - Calvinist Cadet Corps

The goal of the Calvinist Cadet Corps is to provide Christian men with a structure, program, and materials that are uniquely designed to help boys grow spiritually in all areas of life – devotional, mental, physical, and social. These bulletin covers, bulletin inserts and other resources feature our "Amazing" theme for 2022-2023 and are ideal for use on Cadet Sunday.

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Also available: Downloadables and Print Materials from Cadets

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in September 2022. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

February 5, 2023 - Race Relations

On this special Sunday, your dedicated prayers and offerings enable and empower Race Relations. We resource congregations and members of the Christian Reformed Church as we dismantle the causes and effects of racism within the body of believers and throughout the world.

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Also available: Downloadable Resources

February 12, 2023 - Social Justice

The CRCNA's work in social justice helps CRC members love our neighbors in tangible ways. We provide resources to learn about the root causes of poverty, hunger, and oppression, and we empower the church to call on those in power to improve systems and enact just public policy. With this bulletin insert, we invite you to take next steps with us as we continue to "do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God" together. Read more about the CRCNA's work in social justice and find printable PDFs at crcna.org/SocialJustice/about-us

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February 19, 2023 - Pastor Church Resources

Pastor Church Resources (PCR) serves pastors, churches, and classes as they seek to promote healthy relationships, encourage one another in ministry, and discern next steps in seasons of growth, transition, or challenge. Each year, PCR engages with almost every CRC congregation and many pastors. We're here to help in any way we can. We have a bulletin insert, a powerpoint slide (to be used during the offering) and a handout that details what our ministry offers churches, pastors, and ministry leaders.

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Also available: Information about PCR

February 26, 2023 (Justice and Hope Sunday) - 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 text from Jeremiah 27, this insert encourages us to think about the flourishing of all people. Additional worship resources are also available.

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Also available: Downloadable Resources

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in September 2022. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

March 5, 2023 (Canadian Foodgrains Bank Sunday) - World Renew - Canada

With the restrictions put in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19 there was drastic rise in global hunger that worsened when the Russia-Ukraine conflict created disruptions in the supply of basic commodities, like wheat and oil. Changing weather patterns have also contributed to the global food crisis. Around the world, floods have washed away crops and droughts have left farmlands barren. Together we can end global hunger! As a founding member of 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 the global food crisis, and what you can do to help, use our downloadable resources, available online in spring 2023 at worldrenew.ca/resources-cfgb

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Also available: Downloadable Resources

March 5, 2023 (Disaster Response Services Sunday) - World Renew - U.S.

For more than 50 years, World Renew Disaster Response Services (DRS) has responded to disasters in 8 Canadian provinces, nearly every state and 4 U.S. territories. Through organizing volunteers and connecting with local partners in the areas affected by disasters, DRS has helped over 180,000 hurricane, flood, tornado and wildfire survivors repair their homes and find hope again. Through the tangible work of pounding nails, hanging drywall, replacing shingles, mucking out basements and meaningful conversations with residents, we 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, will help World Renew DRS continue to inspire people to find hope again. Visit worldrenew.net/DRS-Sunday

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Also available: Downloadable Resources

March 12, 2023 - Raise Up Global Ministries

The programs of Raise Up Global Ministries equip the global church by developing interactive, biblically-based resources and equipping leaders to facilitate learning and kingdom change. Visit RaiseUpGlobal.org

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Also Available: RaiseUp Video (4:10)

March 19, 2023 - Calvin Theological Seminary

This is the recommended Sunday for offerings to Calvin Theological Seminary (CTS), specifically their Vocational Formation Office (VFO). The VFO is focused on the singular goal of partnering with students in the shaping of their character for Christ-likeness, overall heart and skills for ministry, and understanding of what it means for them to give their leadership in God's Kingdom. Their hope is three fold:
1. Students will learn to discern the work of the Holy Spirit in themselves and their context.
2. Students will grow in their capacity to effectively engage in their ongoing equipping for ministry.
3. Students will develop personally helpful ministry "postures" for lifelong learning and growth.
For more Information go to the Vocational Formation Office web page.

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Also available: Covenant Scholarship Video(1:00)

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in September 2022. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

April 2, 2023 (Palm Sunday) - Refugee Sunday - World Renew - Canada

As of June 2022, the United Nations reported 1 in every 88 people on earth has been forced to flee. Globally, there are a staggering 27.1 million refugees—people who have fled human conflict, persecution, or natural disaster in search of safety. 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 our Refugee Sunday resources, visit worldrenew.ca/resources-refugee-sunday

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Also available: Downloadable Resources

April 2, 2023 (Palm Sunday) - World Renew Sunday - World Renew - U.S.

Over 1,100 churches in Canada and the United States partner with World Renew each year through prayer, volunteering, advocacy, and financial support. Their efforts empower us to minister to over 1.4 million people in 35 different countries through development, disaster, and justice programming to change the story of poverty. Your church can join in this transformative work by visiting PathwaysOutOfPoverty.com

Also available: Downloadable Resources

April 9, 2023 (Easter Sunday) - Resonate Global Mission

Our Savior is the resurrection and the life that we celebrate today! Jesus tells us that he is both the resurrection and the life: he promises not only to bring rising, but also living. This is the joy of Easter—this is what makes us willing and ready to live for him. Resonate Global Mission is here to partner with you and your church as you live and share your faith. Whether you're supporting church planters, missionaries, and campus ministers, or working with Resonate's team to strengthen your own church's capacity for mission, we do more when we work together!

Also available: Downloadable Resources

April 30, 2023 (GEMS Sunday) - GEMS Girls' Clubs

GEMS is a ministry devoted to bringing the Good News of Jesus to girls around the world. The mission of GEMS Girls’ Clubs is to help bring girls into a living, dynamic relationship with Jesus Christ. Our vision is to see girls around the world actively and enthusiastically expressing love for God and others—girls equipped, motivated, and passionately engaged in living out their faith. Our goal for every club meeting is to create a welcoming, safe, and fun environment for girls to hear the truth that they are LOVED by God. Together, we learn how to love and care for one another, other people, ourselves, and our relationship with God. And we do this by learning about Jesus Christ, what He has done for us, and His plans for each of our lives. Visit GEMS website

Also available GEMS promo video (1:10).

Information about how to order materials was sent to your church in September 2022. Look for an email marked "Action Needed: Special Sunday Resources For <Your Church Name>" or contact [email protected] for more information

May 7, 2023 - Diaconal Ministries Canada - NewGround - Canada

God is always at work, calling churches to follow Him into their communities, to share Christ’s transformational love with each and every person. Cities and neighbourhoods should be impacted and blessed through the social action and thoughtful, cultural engagement of local Christians. NewGround partners with deacons and churches to break new missional ground, nurturing Spirit-led ideas that bear everlasting fruit. It’s time to roll up our sleeves and join God! NewGround is a program that helps churches start or grow ministries at the ground level, with discovering where God is at work in their community (Community Opportunity Scans & Deacon Scholarships) and then providing coaching and resources to help them get a new community ministry started (Community Ministry Grants & the Youth Justice Project). Learn more about the NewGround Campaign on our website.

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Also available: Downloadable Resources

May 14, 2023 (Mother's Day) - Women of Hope Sunday - World Renew

Women of Hope have overcome trauma and are confident in their abilities to contribute to the flourishing of their families. But for families to thrive they need to be healthy. In communities around the world many people do not know the best practices for protecting their health. This Mother’s Day, join World Renew to discover how you can help women in vulnerable communities learn about proper food and nutrition, the importance of sanitation for disease prevention, and more, so their families have a better chance to flourish. To learn more, visit worldrenew.ca/women-of-hope (Canada) or worldrenew.net/women-of-hope (US).

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Also available: Downloadable Resources (Canada)Downloadable Resources (U.S.)

May 21, 2023 (Ascension Sunday) - ReFrame Ministries

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.

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Also available: Downloadable Resources

May 28, 2023 (Pentecost) - Resonate Global Mission

At Pentecost and throughout the book of Acts, Peter and the disciples preached, prayed, healed, baptized, worshiped, shared with the needy, and sent people on mission. They showed us what it means to declare the wonders of God not just in different tongues but in our lives and communities. Resonate Global Mission is privileged to walk with you as you join with the Holy Spirit in living out your faith. Together with you, we proclaim the gospel and join God's mission in whatever way God has called us.

Also available: Downloadable Resources