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Encounters Across Cultures: A Transformative Journey in South Africa

In the context of internationalization, a group of students gained intercultural experiences in South Africa. As teachers, Cornée Ferreira and Jasper Baaijens focused on the encounters we have as Christians with diverse cultures (including historical influences and perspectives), as well as on religious gatherings and education in ‘foreign’ contexts. The recurring question throughout the journey was: How do we and our values relate to each new context, and are we willing to suspend our judgments?

Looking Back: PKF Trips to Nepal and Benin

A few weeks ago, 19 of our fourth-year primary teacher education students travelled to Nepal and Benin for their international project week, also known as the PKF trips. These trips are named after our founding father Piet Kuyt, after whom the Piet Kuyt Foundation is also named.

Growing interest in the Wonderfully Made program

We are delighted to see growing interest in the Wonderfully Made program. Wonderfully Made is a primary-level program in affective, relational, and sexual education based on Christian values. The program emphasizes the importance of building a child’s identity and helping them grow and protect themselves.

Registration ECCEN 2026 is now possible I 28-30 October 2026

We would like to kindly inform you that it is now possible to register for the upcoming European Conference for Christian Education (ECCEN) 2026.

Evaluation Wonderfully Made Train-the-Trainer – Benin

In July 2025, the Wonderfully Made Train-the-Trainer took place in Benin. The materials of Wonderfully Made have been translated into French and contextualized: Une Créature Merveilleuse. A total of 18 out of 20 participants completed the evaluation. The results show a very high appreciation of both the training content and the trainer’s expertise.

Reflecting on the Symposium: Christian Education in Times of AI and International Guest Lectures

On Wednesday, 10 December, the symposium Christian Education in Times of AI took place. This event marked the conclusion of the research group Personal Formation and Identity, which had been led by Prof. dr. Bram de Muynck since 2016.

Christmas blessings from students and colleagues of Driestar Christian University

In our Christmas greeting video, a special choir made up of students and colleagues of Driestar Christian University for Teacher Education sings the beautiful hymn “In de nacht gekomen” (“He Came in the Night”), a song written by André F. Troost for the Christmas season, set to the well-known melody of In the Bleak Midwinter.

Celebrating a New Master of Education – Christian Teacher Leader

On Tuesday, 9th December, Rahel Huby from Indonesia received her diploma and officially became a Master of Education. This international Master's programme in Learning and Innovation focuses on Christian teaching and education worldwide.

Reflection on the Exchange Week with Hungary (KRE)

Last week marked the first part of the exchange with Hungary. Eight students and two lecturers from Károli Gáspár University of the Reformed Church (KRE) in Budapest visited Driestar Christian University.

A Student’s Experience During an Internship on Lesbos: More Joy Among Refugees?

In this blog, I’d like to share my experiences on Lesbos. This period has been the most remarkable time of my life. I’ll do my best to put it into words, though I know that words will fall short. I would truly recommend everyone—young and old (there was even an elderly couple in their sixties)—to go here. It broadens your perspective and helps you get to know yourself better.