Pastors

What does it look like to try and practice the presence of God together as a congregation? Rev. Greg Janke, pastor at Palos Height CRC, shares his church's story. 

As communicators, we have the opportunity to inspire people, remind them of truth, and reiterate what is experienced on Sunday. Below are some simple tips to help you “post what you preach.”

What if we could change the narrative from "gotta" give to "get to" give? 

Join Barnabas Foundation Thursday, Sept. 19 at 11 a.m. as we talk with Rev. Greg Janke, senior pastor at Palos Heights CRC, about the challenges and opportunities of growing corporate spiritual discipline.

In the CRC, is the title limited only to those who are ordained?

I never wanted to know how much church members were giving; I didn't think it was any of my business. That assumption was a mistake.

Let’s be clear, the point Jesus is making is not to live in abject poverty. Instead, it’s to trust God for your security and future, more than anything or anyone else.

In this short piece, I will highlight four books that have been helpful in sermon preparation on the miracles of Jesus, a subject which occupies about 20%  of the contents of the Gospels.

My budget app snobbery provided fresh perspective on the simplicity of a personal budget.

"The Coming Glory" is a new book by Rev. Paul Swets that provides a straightforward and pastoral explanation of the hope that we find in scripture concerning death. 

This relatively recent book is officially about 225 pages but it reads like something half that long. I found it compelling and believe it may have real value for the ways in which Regional Pastors interact with other pastors.

Ministry can be lonely work. That’s why it is crucial to intentionally connect ourselves with a team of riders, heading in the same direction.