Tag Archives: Jesus

Why the CRC Golden Age Failed

Posted on February 19, 2026 by PaulVK

Written for CRC-Voices. So let’s assume peak CRC was around the early 70s. We had Report 44,the start of WICO, and even the 73 homosexuality report was considered“enlightened” at the time. Richard lists lots of RJ articles, bringing the receipts … Continue reading →

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Lila Rose and Nancy Pelosi go to the same church

Posted on February 18, 2026 by PaulVK

https://www.newyorker.com/culture/the-weekend-essay/losing-faith-in-atheism Excerpts from an upcoming book. It’s a good piece. The path he shares with us is not unfamiliar. I’veheard many renditions of this. He’s a good writer so its moreskillfully articulated. I thought the “romantic idealism” section was particularly … Continue reading →

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PVK’s plan for Rebuilding the CRCNA

Posted on July 9, 2025 by PaulVK

Sea change, vibe shift… Whatever you want to call it. It’s done. It’s time to start building the next CRCNA. If we don’t then it’s done.  I still think the CRCNA has a lot to offer the North American church. It’s … Continue reading →

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To Banner or NOT to Banner, that is the question

Posted on June 25, 2025 by PaulVK

The Banner shifted with Kuyvenhoven and this was the shift now referred to as the “post-war consensus”. The name is imperfect but the dynamics are quite evident. Everyone felt the cultural shift, the last major vibe shift before this one … Continue reading →

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(Robot-Man) CRC Minister writes Abide Article celebrating Synod 2024’s decision

Posted on October 21, 2024 by PaulVK

Standing Firm in Faith: Celebrating the Victory of the Human Sexuality ReportBy Rev. Michael DeVries As I reflect on the momentous decision of Synod 2024, I am filled with a deep sense of gratitude to God for His faithfulness and … Continue reading →

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Letter from a (Robot-Lady) CRC Minister who is Disaffiliated by the CRC

Posted on October 21, 2024 by PaulVK

When My Church No Longer Had Room: A Reflection on Leaving the CRCBy Rev. Emily Van Dyke It is hard to imagine that I am writing these words today. As a woman ordained in the Christian Reformed Church (CRC), I … Continue reading →

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Is Christ’s Virgin Birth A Pagan Knock-off? Does God Have A Taste For Young Girls?

Posted on December 19, 2014 by PaulVK

Using Young Women Throughout history men with power have used young women to get what they want. This fact has made all the allegations against Bill Cosby easily believable. They also made allegations against Bill Clinton believable along with how … Continue reading →

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