Mainline churches in East Germany rediscover a sense of mission.

The Reformation opened up new doors for women—and closed many others.

Much of 'Calvinism' is simply Christianity

Calvin was no charismatic, but he was closer to it than some Reformed people readily admit.

When it comes to careful exegesis and consistent theological systems, Calvin set the bar high.

Why he assented to the execution of Michael Servetus.

Calvin would have preferred the library carrel to the pulpit.

Why the 500-year-old Reformer retains an enthusiastic following today.

Renée of Ferrara sheltered Protestant refugees, wrote bold letters to Calvin and other reformers, and courted the wrath of her own family. But restrictions on women's roles prevented her from having a wider influence.

The Genevan Reformer's words are still worth hearing today.

Reformer's 500th birthday draws out diverse cast of admirers.

Historian Charles Hambrick-Stowe appeals to Calvin for UCC reform.

W. Robert Godfrey paints popular portrait of Calvin as pilgrim and pastor.

Presbyterian with a sword

Genius behind Anglicanism

Pre-Reformation Reformer

Militant Swiss reformer