Andrew De Young, who grew up in New Hope Christian Reformed Church of Dunwoody in Atlanta, was executed for the 1993 murder of his parents and younger sister.
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Lamont CRC tripled attendance when it held a week-long art camp instead of a traditional Vacation Bible School program.
Ottawa area ministry leaders rowed as a team in a dragon boat exercise.
Social justice activist Gerald Vandezande died July 16 at the age of 77.
Built on pillars of communion and justice, WCRC’s work worldwide will be marked by its particular Reformed perspective.
Though it wasn’t part of the original plan, Tractor Dave’s support team proves beneficial.
Christine Langford of Ripon earned her medal through extensive volunteering, music and sports involvement, and teaching literacy in Guatemala.
Trinity CRC provides affordable soccer camp.
Sanctuary CRC provides kids’ activities and runs the music stage at an annual classic car show.
Rev. Peter Borgdorff, executive director emeritus of the CRC, is back at work, assisting the CRC’s new interim executive director, Rev. Joel Boot.
Backpack Buddies helps families challenged by economy.
Several churches are helping refugees find a new life after years in refugee camps.
The CRC, RCA, and PC(USA) collaborate to plant a Korean church in Holland, Mich.
In Memoriam: Rev. Bernard A. Van Someren
November 28, 1921 – March 9, 2011Rev. Bernard A.
In Memoriam: Rev. George R. Spee
July 10, 1929 – June 22, 2011Rev. George R. Spee, passionate about missions and devout friend of new believers, passed away in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Tractor Dave Wolfsen continues his tractor ride in the U.S. heartland, both finding and sharing stories.
Now traveling through Illinois and Missouri, Tractor Dave is encountering thunderstorms, along with local fairs.
Rev. Albert Westerhuis read the letters in Revelation to his congregation from the sites of the original churches.
Valley Community CRC closed its doors and held a funeral before re-opening again.
LaGrave Avenue CRC in Grand Rapids is the longest-running site for Youth Unlimited SERVE teams.
First CRC of Fulton held a week of festivities to celebrate their anniversary.
With pension plan costs rising, the classis helps churches pay.
Teens from New Mexico take service trip to Oregon.
A church in Cutlerville, Mich., draws in neighbors with karate classes.