"In a season unlike anything we have experienced before, my hope is that Act Five represents a community seeking to live faithfully in this moment."
By: Jon Berends | November 5, 2020
"With gratitude to be able to run our program - and with some creative uses of space, travel adjustments, face masks and plenty of hand sanitizer - we head toward September humbly and confidently."
By: Jon Berends | August 20, 2020
As a guest post, read some profound reflections from Sarah Bosch as she witnessed what God did in the life of her daughter through Act Five.
By: Jon Berends | July 20, 2020
Is a year with Act Five really worth the investment? Not only do staff and students of Act Five think so, but these parents answer with a resounding "YES!"
By: Jon Berends | July 3, 2020
Whether an educator, pastor, mentor or otherwise, the current moment requires critical conversations around the discipleship of our young adults.
By: Jon Berends | June 5, 2020
From me, the team behind Act Five at Redeemer University, the supporting high schools, the students and staff of Act Five this first year, Thank You to all who continue to support us.
By: Jon Berends | May 4, 2020
Check out this video to learn about Act Five, hear some of the thoughts behind the program, and see some images from the year.
By: Jon Berends | March 26, 2020
While we feel short-term loss this spring for a program cut short, I am confident in the fruit that will grow out of our students’ lives, through the work of Christ in them, for years to come.
By: Jon Berends | March 25, 2020
"I am often humbled to be in the role that I am in, to be able to witness the kingdom of God coming in and through these 12 students of Act Five's first cohort. I see and trust that the impact of this program ripples beyond these students."
By: Jon Berends | February 25, 2020
Today is day one of student placements, a moment long anticipated. Join us over the next 10 or so weeks to follow along with all that our students are up to.
By: Jon Berends | January 20, 2020