5+ day, 2+ hour ago   (302+ words) As I Was Saying is a forum for a variety of perspectives to foster faith-related conversations among our readers with the goal of mutual learning, even in disagreement. Apart from articles written by editorial staff, these perspectives do not necessarily…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (130+ words) The annual denominational survey asks respondents to select from 28 phrases in response to the prompt “To me, the term ‘Christian Reformed’ means ….” In 2026, 13 phrases were selected by at least 30% of respondents. Those top terms, with the ones chosen by the…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago   (909+ words) As I Was Saying is a forum for a variety of perspectives to foster faith-related conversations among our readers with the goal of mutual learning, even in disagreement. Apart from articles written by editorial staff, these perspectives do not necessarily…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (185+ words) The sub-genre of country music (characterized by Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and others) is noted for religious undertones of God, faith, and salvation. Too Sick to Pray: A Theology of Outlaw Country by C.M. Howell In 1969, struggling country artist Kris Kristofferson…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago   (393+ words) A gripping, sincere debut novel set across four generations of a Japanese American family living in California’s vibrant agricultural heartlands, exploring the sharp edges of inheritance and what it means to truly belong. When Mikan Road Was Ours by D.K....

4+ week, 1+ day ago   (160+ words) After a great first season, The Banner Podcast is now on new platforms and we’re thinking about what’s next. We want to hear from you! Banner On Air: What’s Next? What a run! 20 episodes, 16 guests and folks around the denomination…...