Resonate Global Mission
Healing Hearts, Transforming Nations Workshop - Co-hosted by Resonate Global Mission and the CRC’s Indigenous and Intercultural Ministries, this 4-day immersive workshop will engage you in meaningful practices of healing and reconciliation, and equip you to repair and rebuild relationships in your local communities. You will experience: Personal healing and forgiveness, Tools for Intercultural teamwork, Examples of trauma-informed ministry, and Biblical frameworks to care for divided communities. Join us July 6–10, 2026, at the Five Oaks Retreat Centre in Paris, ON. Cost: $400 ($500 after May 1st). Learn more and register: tinyurl.com/yj972wxe
We're Hiring! TLT Ministry Partner - Resonate - Strengthen and expand the use of the Timothy Leadership Training (TLT) program primarily in Anglophone contexts. Maintain regular contact with ministries and churches that are using the training in leadership development programs. Consult with TLT coordinators and trainers concerning TLT methodology, requirements, and best practices, and develop curricular resources. This is a full-time, hybrid position with Resonate Global Mission, and is based in Grand Rapids, Mich. Apply at crcna.pinpointhq.com
Calvin Theological Seminary
Paul's Missionary Journeys in Turkey and the Seven Churches of Revelation - October 9-19, 2026, visit ancient sites connected with Paul's First, Second, and Third Missionary Journeys as well as the seven churches to whom John wrote the Book of Revelation. Join Jeff Weima, professor at Calvin Theological Seminary and leading biblical scholar, for this inspirational biblical tour. Contact Dr. Weima at 616-328-3110 or [email protected]
ReFrame Ministries
Kids Corner Devotions: How Do We Care for God's World? - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “How Do We Care for God's World?” at www.kidscorner.net. Discover how amazing God’s world is and why it matters how we treat it. Learn simple ways you can enjoy the outdoors, care for nature, and help keep our world clean and beautiful! Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like KC’s Earth Day collection.
Kids Corner Devotions: Why Compare When You're Already You? - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Why Compare When You’re Already You?” at www.kidscorner.net. God made every kid one-of-a-kind, and that’s something to celebrate! When we remember that God loves us just as we are, we can use our special gifts to share His love with others. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like the Bible Story coloring pages available on the KC activities page.
Groundwork: Understanding the Purpose of God's Law - After emphatically teaching that salvation comes by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, Paul explores the contrasting paths of legalism and freedom in faith. Join Groundwork as we study Galatians 3-4 to hear Paul’s encouragement to stay focused on Christ, to embrace our identity as God’s children, and to find our unity as believers in Christ. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Groundwork: How to Live in Christ - Keeping laws and customs won’t benefit our salvation at all, but that doesn’t mean our actions don’t matter. Join Groundwork as we study Galatians 5-6 to examine Paul’s description of how we should live in Christ. Together, we’ll discuss the Fruits of the Spirit and what grateful Christian living looks like as we follow the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Groundwork 15th Anniversary - Groundwork is celebrating its 15th anniversary! For more than 15 years now, this radio show and podcast has been digging into the richness of God’s Word as the foundation for our lives. Come celebrate God’s faithfulness with us! Register online at reframeministries.org/events
We're Hiring! Multimedia Producer - ReFrame Ministries - The successful candidate will lead and oversee all aspects of audio and video production within ReFrame Ministries, ensuring the highest quality audio and visual content. This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Grand Rapids, Mich. Please apply by May 2, 2026 at crcna.pinpointhq.com
CRC Heritage Fund
The Cure for Your Real Estate Headaches - If you have real estate that you no longer need or care to manage, consider giving all or part of it to CRCNA Ministries. You’ll reduce your costs and headaches, while repurposing valuable property for ministry. Is giving real estate a good option for you? Learn more at crcna.org/heritagefund or call Josh Remer, CRCNA Planned Giving Advisor at 616-223-5885.
Thrive
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Abuse often thrives in silence and secrecy. This week educate yourself on what healthy relationships and safe church practices look like. Share a resource with a friend or ministry leader. Awareness is one step toward healing, justice, and prevention. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Consejo de Formación en la Fe – Thrive - El abuso a menudo prospera en el silencio y la oscuridad. Esta semana, infórmese sobre cómo se ven las relaciones sanas y las prácticas de iglesia segura. Comparta un recurso con un amigo o un líder ministerial. La conciencia es un paso hacia la sanidad, la justicia y la prevención. Presentado por Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Thrive 신앙 훈련 팁 - 학대는 종종 침묵과 비밀 속에서 자라납니다. 이번 주에는 건강한 관계와 안전한 교회 문화가 어떤 모습인지 알아보는 시간을 가져보세요. 유익한 자료가 있다면 친구나 사역자와 함께 나누어 보세요. 올바른 인식이 치유와 정의, 그리고 예방을 향한 중요한 첫걸음이 될 수 있습니다. Thrive에서 제공하는 자료입니다: crcna.org/Thrive
Special Offering for Abuse Awareness Sunday - Today our church is taking a special collection for Thrive– the congregational support ministry of the CRCNA. Your gifts today will support Thrive specifically as they equip all CRC congregations in the areas of abuse awareness, prevention, and response. Please help Thrive build safer churches in the denomination through your giving. Learn more at crcna.org/Thrive
Thank You for Giving to Thrive - Last week, we took up a special offering for Thrive– the congregational support ministry of the CRCNA. Thank you for giving! If you missed this opportunity, you can still give directly online to support this empowering ministry at crcna.org/thrive/donate
The Banner
Writers Wanted - The Banner is looking to expand its network of news correspondents - freelance writers paid per story to report on assignments from every corner of the Christian Reformed denomination. If you love stories, are curious to ask church leaders about how and why they do things, and are willing to train and learn, our news editor would love to hear from you: [email protected]. (If you are an experienced writer, all the better! Just mention that in your email.)
Indigenous Ministry
On-the-Land Learning Opportunity - The Indigenous Ministry of the CRC invites you to On-the-Land Learning, an immersive experience rooted in relationship and Indigenous teachings. Respond to the TRC Calls to Action by stepping onto the land to listen, learn, and pursue reconciliation. Join us in London on May 9, Six Nations on May 23, or London on June 27. Register at: crcna.org/indigenous/resources/land-learning
World Renew
Join Us in Supporting Moms and Babies Next Week - The first 1,000 days of a child’s life are the most important. But in many countries, pregnant mothers and their babies don’t get the care they need. That’s why World Renew equips local communities around the world to deliver life-saving care. Together, we can share God’s love and help babies grow up healthy and strong in the first 1,000 days. Learn more or give online at worldrenew.net/first1000days
Happy Mother’s Day! Help Support Moms and Babies - Today we celebrate the love and devotion of mothers around the world. Your gifts to World Renew today will help equip moms to give their babies the best possible start in the first 1,000 days of life and help ensure healthy futures. Please give generously today—with your support, we can share God’s love and change countless lives for generations. To learn more or give online, visit worldrenew.net/first1000days
Thank You for Supporting Moms and Babies - Thank you for your generous gifts for babies and mothers worldwide through World Renew on Mother’s Day. Your support for our health initiatives during the first 1,000 days will change countless lives for generations. You’re helping give babies a healthy start so they can grow up strong and flourish with their God-given purpose. To learn more, visit worldrenew.net/first1000days
