Young people are reminded of their food and work assignments. The Reformed Presbyterian Church in our day is particularly known for proclaiming the kingship of Jesus Christ over all the nations of the world, and for using only the primary hymnal of the Christian church, the Book of Psalms, in its worship. Retiring board members are Rob Andringa, Mark Hoekstra, and Barry Pollema. 40 Years of Belhar. The annual Trinity Christian High School Spring drive has collected $93,416 to date. Bulletin for Sunday, 5.29.22 10am. There will be a freewill donation in support of this years convention. WEEKLY BULLETIN. worship with us In-Person or online. Our style of Of the gospel, which is faithful to the whole world that Jesus Christ moved to our present location Michigan Bulletin /a > welcome to First Reformed Protestant Church 1675 Baldwin St. Jenison MI. Interested applicants may contact the Board secretary, Brent Tanis, at (616) 438-3477 or email board.secretary@eastside-christian.org. Hull First Reformed Church | Hull IA Kristen and Lindsey are both doing well. We hope that our website gives you at least a glimpse of the wide variety of worship, fellowship and service opportunities available. Next weeks message will be Blessed are the Pure in Heart (Matthew 5:8). The Denominational Directory is now for sale for just $15.00. Old First Reformed Church is a community of Jesus Christ located in Brooklyn, offering a space of unconditional welcome, a practice of worship and service, and a vision of Gods love and justice for all. The Parable of the Two Sons. Reminder: The dates for the 2018 Family Conference are coming up quickly. document.getElementById('cloak820adc1e1eaffdcb72024097d86ffe9c').innerHTML = ''; Supervision is exercised over the sacrament, so that only those who are members of our congregation in good standing, or those who have received special permission from the Consistory will be allowed to partake of the sacrament. Holstege, one of missionaries in the Philippines, addressed synod today, expressing the his joy and gratitude laboring as the Lords servant in the work of missions in the Philippines. The Irrepressible Sick. Greet visitors, new members and maybe some of our members youve never gotten to , Office Hours . Faith Protestant Reformed Church WELCOME TO FAITH PROTESTANT REFORMED CHURCH SUNDAY WORSHIP: 9:30AM & 5:30PM LIVE STREAM INFO Click any of the following links to watch the live stream of our worship services on Sundays at 9:30 am and 5:30pm: Sermon Audio YouTube Watch Live REFORMED DOCTRINES CLASS If you have memorabilia, pictures, anecdotes, etc. Managed by GreenGeeks. Morning: General Fund and Benevolence First Protestant Reformed Church of Holland MI. It is truly a gift of Gods grace. Trinidad and Rev. Classis East is scheduled to meet this Wednesday at Faith PRC. As a Reformed Church, we are also committed to the doctrines of the Protestant Reformation, including justification by faith alone and the Five Points of Calvinism. The baptism of Grayson Eugene, son of Greg and Rochelle Gritters, is scheduled to take place next Sunday during the morning service. Advance Notice: You are invited to join the congregation of Grandville PRC for an open house commemorating the retirement of Rev. Rev. First Baptist Church. John 8:33-59. First Protestant Church of New BRaunfels 172 West Coll Street New Braunfels, TX 78130 Office Hours Mon Thurs 9-4 Friday 9-3 Closed Daily 12-1 fpc 101 Or Via ZOOM. May Gods name be exalted as we worship together. We encourage and welcome women of all ages to use this as an opportunity to study a portion of Gods Word with fellow sisters in Christ. FROM THE CONSISTORY OR COUNCIL First Protestant Reformed Church. Also, the help given at the time of Jordan and Nicoles wedding was very much appreciated. Managed by GreenGeeks. WEALTH Bible Study will be studying I & II Thessalonians this year. 17: 325: The Parking Lot. Reminder: The dates for the 2018 Family Conference are coming up quickly. Covenant Evangelical Reformed Church of Singapore; Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Australia; First PRC-GR Bulletin: May 15, 2022. First Protestant Church of New BRaunfels 172 West Coll Street New Braunfels, TX 78130 Office Hours Mon Thurs 9-4 Friday 9-3 Closed Daily 12-1 fpc 101 Bulletins & Calendar; History & 100th Anniversary; Our Mission and Beliefs; Staff; Site Map; Sermons. Nathan Villalobos is asked to write to Gary Brummel and Derk Burgers to Derick Grimm. Church Services. May our heavenly Father comfort them in their sorrow. Chronological list of members of the Protestant Reformed Dutch Church, Ithaca, Apr. For those that prefer the phone, you can call (780) 489-6470. Protestant Reformed sermons (from various churches) Philippines Mission audio sermons. May our Father in heaven grant comfort to them in their sorrow. Retiring board members are Mark Kooima, Nathan Schiermeyer, and Toby Boogerd. Address : 5101 Beechtree Ave Hudsonville, MI 49426. For more information or to apply please contact Education Chairman John DeVries at 616-889-4578 or email at westmichiganrealestate@gmail.com. Event Videographer. We believe worship should be joy-filled, using a variety of music. The following are some of the decisions made regarding our seminary. The order of our worship service is printed on the back of the bulletin. for the Week of October 25. We believe in intellectual integrity; rightly dividing the Word of Truth. First Reformed Church is a member of the Reformed Church in America, the oldest Protestant denomination in America with a continuous history. May Gods name be exalted as we worship together. An established Reformed congregation, pastored by Rev.John Flores, with whom the Berean PRC in Manila, the Philippines, is working toward Reformed church federation, with direction and assistance from our two missionaries, Revs. Morning: General Fund and Benevolence This email address is being protected from spambots. Bulletins. Long distance charges may apply. May Gods name be exalted as we worship together. We welcome all visitors worshiping with us today. Our sister churches each sent a delegate to represent them. The order of our worship service is printed on the back of the bulletin. CHAPERONES NEEDED! Obeying Jesus. The order of our worship service is printed on the back of the bulletin. For more information about First Reformed Church, please visit: www.frcsh.org. Do Not Lie. Our weekly bulletin (members only; requires login) Protestant Reformed Churches denominational site. D.Kleyn and R.Smit. Because of this response, we have a need for more men and women chaperones and we would love for people from our local churches to be able to experience this exciting week with us. CHURCH CALENDAR Young Peoples members: When you are not working your shift at the breakfast, please come over to the church parking lot to help sort out cans and bottles. REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS Holstege expressing our thanks at what God has given to us in the sister church relationship. May Gods name be exalted as we worship together. Interested candidates may contact the administrator, Shaun Karsemeyer, at (909) 553-3385 or shaun.karsemeyer@hcsredlands.org or the board secretary, Dan Howerzyl, at (951) 536-1996 or danielhowerzyl@gmail.com. On August 11, 1884, the Pella Reformed Church was organized, making the church 125 years old in August 2009. If you would like to bring a pie for the dessert table, feel free to do so. addy820adc1e1eaffdcb72024097d86ffe9c = addy820adc1e1eaffdcb72024097d86ffe9c + 'gmail' + '.' + 'com'; WORSHIP @ 9:00 a.m. Bible based Sermons Come as you are. livestream 10:30am service here VIEW bulletin. May Gods name be exalted as we worship together. Crete (formerly South Holland Protestant Reformed Church) has been an established member of the denomination of the Protestant Reformed Churches of America (PRCA) since 1926. This church was formerly known as The First Reformed Dutch Church at Charleston. Its information sources include private and public archival searches in South Africa and the Netherlands, desktop reviews, interviews and site visits by . Please watch upcoming bulletin announcements for further details including camp information and how to register. For more information or to register, you can visit our website at https://edmontonfamilyconf.wixsite.com/conference2018 or contact Scott Ferguson at EFC2018@outlook.com. We sing from The Psalter, a version of the 1912 Psalter of the United Presbyterian Church that has been modified for the Protestant Reformed Churches. Today: Today: Sr. Young Adult Bible study and fellowship will meet at the parsonage at 8:00 p.m. We will discuss Joshua 8 (Victory at Ai). Welcome to the website of the First Protestant Reformed Church of Edmonton. Here at Calvary United Protestant Church, we are driven by a single goal; to do our part in making the world a better place for all. Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. Calvins reforming the church at Geneva spread to many countries, including Scotland (where it became the Presbyterian Church) and the Netherlands (where it became the Reformed Church). | More: Today's Featured | more. First Protestant Church is the founding church of the Evangelical Association. The Ninety-five Theses or Dispute on the Power and Efficacy of Indulgences [a] is a list of propositions for an academic disputation written in 1517 by Martin Luther, professor of moral theology at the University of Wittenberg, Germany, at the time controlled by the Electorate of Saxony. Sunday School: Papers will be handed out next week Sunday morning. Rev. The Reformed Church of Bronxville is a welcoming, gracious, Christ-centered community of individuals who are curious about God, who long to find meaning and purpose in their lives and who seek opportunities of service for themselves and their families. Home; About. Next weeks message will be The Intercession of the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:26-27). Seth De Jong is asked to write to Gary Brummel and Craig Van Briesen to Derick Grimm. Rev. 107 E. Winnebago Street Friesland, WI 53935 . Introduction; Official Standards. The service is also available to view online at YouTube and at our Facebook Page. If you are seeking a Holland, MI church, please feel free to read more about our church on this site, or come in for a visit. Hot www.faithprc.org. Introduction; Official Standards. In 1867, the name was changed to the Reformed Church in America. Grace Protestant Reformed Church. Rev. The annual church picnic will be held on Wednesday, August 1, at 6:30 p.m. at the West Side Park in Hull. B. Huizinga, N. Langerak and J. Marcus, on the topic of Seeking the Lord. This includes the basic principles set forth in the creeds of the early church, such as the doctrine of the Trinity, the divinity of Christ, and the Creation. First Reformed Protestant Church 1675 Baldwin St. Jenison, MI 49428. Podcast + Codes XML Podcast Feed (RSS) SERMONS EMBED | Info. We meet every Sunday at 10:30 and 5:00 EST, where we will livestream from this channel. Children; Students Evening: Building Fund and Standard Bearer var addy_text820adc1e1eaffdcb72024097d86ffe9c = 'Stated Clerk';document.getElementById('cloak820adc1e1eaffdcb72024097d86ffe9c').innerHTML += ''+addy_text820adc1e1eaffdcb72024097d86ffe9c+'<\/a>'; 2014 Protestant Reformed Churches in America. Explore. September 16, 2020 in Bulletins by admin. Synod noted the following in regard to the finances of the denomination, for which we give thanks to our God, Who faithfully provides: The Denominational Directory is now for sale for just $15.00. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. This evening: Faith Bootsma, Nicole Bruinsma, Lydia Baker The sale excludes NET items. The Reformed Church was introduce. Erik Guichelaar. A Pop Can Drive will also be held at the Memorial Day breakfast. We are a close-knit and welcoming congregation who gather twice each Sunday for worship. Hear from our speakers, Rev. Listen to the Reformed Witness Hour every Sunday on KLOH 1050 AM at 8:00 a.m. and KDCR 88.5 FM at 5:00 p.m. Todays message is Blessed are the Merciful (Matthew 5:7). Welcome to the website of the First Protestant Reformed Church of Edmonton. Keep up to date on the latest happenings with our newsletter. Directions. We welcome you to join us for worship at 10:00 am on Sunday mornings. A book is being developed to commemorate this event. We strive to build productive relationships and make a positive impact with all of our pursuits. For those that prefer the phone, you can call (780) 489-6470. For more information or to register, you can visit our website at https://edmontonfamilyconf.wixsite.com/conference2018 or contact Scott Ferguson at EFC2018@outlook.com. The Reformed Presbyterian Church in our day is particularly known for proclaiming the kingship of Jesus Christ over all the nations of the world, and for using only the primary hymnal of the Christian church, the Book of Psalms, in its worship. First Church offers both in-person and live-streaming worship opportunities. Telephone : (616) 669-5039. FROM THE CONSISTORY OR COUNCIL First Reformed Protestant Church 1675 Baldwin St. Jenison, MI 49428. Reformed Free Publishing Webcast Offline Worship Worship with Us! Rev. We are an urban church, rooted in the Durand and Kirkendall neighbourhoods, stretching throughout the greater Hamilton region. Welcome, and thank you for visiting First Reformed Church of Holland, MI online. Families will receive registration packets via email later in July. We hope this site will help you see who we are and what we desire to be a community of people who are trying to follow Jesus Christ. Old First Reformed Church is a community of Jesus Christ located in Brooklyn, offering a space of unconditional welcome, a practice of worship and service, and a vision of Gods love and justice for all. Comments are disabled for this post. This volume is text searchable - searches entered will query this volume. Phone: (920) 348-5247 info@frieslandreformed.org Our Roots. var path = 'hr' + 'ef' + '='; Protestant Reformed Churches in America Official Website ? Whether you, too, have confessed Jesus Christ as your Lord or are seeking to learn more, we welcome you! An MRI has indicated that Clarine Kooima has suffered compression fractures on her lower spine causing pain and decreased mobility. Children will be learning Psalters 381:1-4, 281:1-4, and 400:1 & 7. For telephone users: Dial +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) Then enter: Meeting ID: 897 4960 5068# followed by # followed by Passcode: 434661# Click Here to Visit our YouTube Channel. Synod approved the budget and expressed its thanks to Rev. A Tour Of Hell Luke 16:23 Teaching Evangelism Awakening. A second building was built and used from 1886 to 1915. Access our live webcast with any regular telephone without the Internet, a PC, or "data" just by dialing (712) 432-3410 and entering our Church Code ID above. Serving will be from 7:00-9:30 at the Hull PR grade school. Registration for the 2018-2019 school year for Trinity Christian High School is set for Monday, August 6, from 7:00 9:00 pm. Order Baby Shower Cookies Near Me, We belong to the Federation of Protestant Reformed Churches in America, a denomination of 31 churches and more than 7,700 members. E-Mail Archives. See more of First Protestant Reformed Church on Facebook. Nathan Langerak. He has a follow up on Monday with an ophthalmologist. Everyone is welcome to attend. Baptist Church. Teachers this year are as follows: Christiana Westra (Pre-school & Kindergarten), Alissa Van Maanen (1st & 2nd grades), Haley Van Ginkel (3rd grade), Keri Oostra (4th & 5th grades), Emily Camarigg (6th grade), Dave Rozeboom (7th grade), Marcus Andringa (8th grade), Veryl Heynen (9th grade). REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS A list has been published on Signupgenius.com (search: robinblock7@comcast.net). Synod will reconvene Monday at 1:00 p.m. With joy the consistory announces that Jonathon Andringa, Kaylie Andringa, Joel Baker, Shayna De Roon, and Byron Maassen have appeared before the consistory to make confession of their faith. Tuesday: The FMC will meet here at 7:00 p.m. Join us in singing praises with the young people as they begin their convention week. Old First Reformed Church is a community of Jesus Christ located in Brooklyn, offering a space of unconditional welcome, a practice of worship and service, and a vision of Gods love and justice for all. This correspondence dealt with events in the Philippines, the withdrawal of the Protestant Reformed Church of Bulacan from the denomination of the PRCP. Ushers For July: Vern Oostra, Marcus Van Engen, Alex Van Ginkel A church newsletter. Free shipping . AddThis. We thank God for the gift of children, and pray He will grant the parents the grace needed to raise this covenant child in the fear of His name. CHURCH NEWS Psalm 121:2-3 Leovino Trinidad addressed synod. May the Lord continue to uphold Jeanine, John, and their family. Hot www.faithprc.org. If you would like to donate cans but are unable to bring them, you can call or e-mail a Young Peoples member to have them picked up. Forgive Us Our Debts. The Brian Gritters family would like to thank everyone for the generous outpouring of care and concern during the recent diagnosis of Denise. 2. After opening devotions, synod considered the report of the Contact Committee. Nursery this morning: Sophie V.A., Brooke V.E., Claire V.V., Julia V.M. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father. We welcome all visitors worshiping with us today. Morning Service at 11:00 am. Second Reformed Protestant Church Worship Services > Weekly Bulletin; Children's Bulletin . Elder Leong Fai Chong from the Covenant Evangelical Church in Singapore expressed gratitude for the many benefits of the sister church relationship. How We Support the Community We welcome visitors and encourage you to join us in worship on the Lord's Day. Welcome to First Reformed Church of Byron Center! Synod expressed appreciation to Professors Cammenga, Dykstra, Gritters, and Kuiper, and to Charles Terpstra and Judi Doezema for all their work in our seminary. Next Sunday morning: Danielle Warner, Hannah Baker, Shelby Andringa Home Current Bulletins Bulletins. This is a paid part time position which involves increasing awareness and promoting the Beacon Lights magazine. Holstege is in the area on furlough, he will be giving a presentation at Calvary PRC on July 1 at 7:45 p.m on the work in the Philippines. Wednesday, June 13 The continuation of the May meeting of Classis East took place this past Wednesday at Faith PRC. Among the utterly unacceptable participants was a representative from the Corrymeela Community, the home of Northern Irish ecumenism which is based in Ballycastle, and the closing prayer was performed by the already-mentioned Father Brian Daly. The next meeting of Classis West, at which Pastor-elect Jonathan Langerak is to be examined, has been rescheduled for August 29, 2018, at Peace PRC. Because of the many issues that have arisen with providing financial assistance in foreign lands, synod mandated the Foreign Mission Committee to come to Synod 2019 with guidelines for giving financial assistance in foreign lands. This evening: Elizabeth Poppema, Amanda Rozeboom, Karyn Uittenbogaard This morning we celebrate the Lords Supper. Please limit the use of church on Monday, July 9, and Tuesday, July 10, for carpet and pew cleaning. and Sharon Kleyn, for the main purpose of missionary development, which would include taking a missions class, if possible, and reading in missions. Search Join Us. CONCERNING THE CONGREGATION The sermon this evening will be a preparatory sermon with a view to partaking of the Lords Supper next Sunday morning. Hull, IA 51239. It is his first charge. Managed by GreenGeeks. To listen to the latest sermons, follow the link below. A DISTINCTLY REFORMED CHURCH IN SIOUX FALLS, SOUTH DAKOTA. Next Sunday Rev. We gather twice each Sunday for worship, and the emphasis of our worship services is the preaching of Gods Word as it centers on Jesus Christ. The order of our worship service is printed on the back of the bulletin. David Camarigg is asked to write to Gary Brummel and Bruce Korver to Derick Grimm. We will be providing a hot pulled pork sandwich. A place to read the church news to pass the time. Titus 3:3-7). May 29, 2022 May 22, 2022 May 15, 2022 May 8, 2022 May 1, 2022 April 24, 2022 Easter April 17, 2022 Maundy Thursday 4-14-2022 April 10, 2022 April 3, 2022 March 27, 2022 March 20, 2022 Marc Rev. Spiritual union with Christ brings the life of Christ into the heart of the justified sinner. . We invite you to join us in worship each Sunday at 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM. Our choir also sings hymns for special programs, but not during worship services. Bethel Protestant Reformed Church, (pdf) Roselle, Illinois ( October 9 2011) Web Site. Ephesians 2:8&9. Rev. Principle of Reformed Church Government Learn More. May the Lord continue to uphold Ethan and his parents and family in this trial. Funerals in the Early Church. relating to this history and are willing to share, please contact Tim Pipe Sr at 616-890-2545 or email tpipe9@hotmail.com. History & 100th Anniversary. Contact the church office if you have any questions, , Continue reading Adult Discipleship Classes Sunday School, Bring your children to be a part of The Springs at FPC, in the Well Playground 9:30am on Sunday mornings. We covet your continued prayers and support of our high school! Livestream Morning Worship at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday. 9-13-2020. We know that attending a new church for the first time can be intimidating. This book covers the first 21 articles of the Belgic Confession. var prefix = 'ma' + 'il' + 'to'; Eastside Christian School (Grand Rapids, MI) is seeking applicants for the full time position of a 4th-6th grade teacher beginning in the second half of the 2018-19 school year. Completed essays must be submitted by May 31. 2501 Hart Street Andy Lanning, will lecture on The Reformed FamilyAccording to the Word of God. Booking forms are due June 13 and are available at http://brfconference.weebly.com or contact Briana Prins (616-214-2779 or bprins@covenantchristianhs.org). First Reformed Church. Future Teachers and Ministers: Information for the 2018 PR Scholarship Fund essay competition is now available. First Protestant Reformed Church was organized in 1924 with the founding of the Protestant Reformed Denomination. We are still in need of donations and funds for setting up housing for this family. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. If you have memorabilia, pictures, anecdotes, etc. In addition to preaching two Sundays, there will be five different conferences held on subjects such as the covenant, Calvinism, the history and doctrines of the PRC, and sexual ethics (youth conference). We express our thanks and gratitude for all those expressions of sympathy we received though words, cards, and acts of kindness. Synod appointed Prof. Cammenga and Rev. That doctrine of conditional fellowship with God was brought to light in a sermon on John 14:6, where Jesus says, "I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." The sermon taught that our obedience is part of the way to the Father. Email Us Site powered by Weebly. Josiah Tan, a student from Singapore, finished his second year of study. Who We Are. Philippines Mission blog (Kleyns) JOIN US FOR WORSHIP! Our services are broadcast live each Sunday at 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM ET. We thank God for this news. Mark your calendars and finalize your plans to attend what promises to be an edifying time of growth and fellowship with saints from Canada and abroad, as well as an opportunity to see some of the beauty God has created here in Canada. Worship services are reverent and God-glorifying and center on the preaching of a sovereign grace gospel, which is faithful to the Scriptures. [1] However, the theological underpinnings go back much . Nathan Langerak. Andrew LanningApril 3, 2022Psalm 3274:22 42. Join us in singing praises with the young people as they begin their convention week hosted by our area churches. R. Van Overloop to a three-year term as stated clerk. Category: Bulletins. We plan to host the conference July 20-22, 2018. CHURCH CALENDAR Email : info@hudsonvilleprc.org. PR Churches (USA & Canada) Powered by jDownloads. Stewart will be in West Michigan for synod as a representative of our sister congregation, the Covenant Protestant Reformed Church of Northern Ireland. Protestantism originated from the Protestant Reformation of the 16th century. We need to replace a full time teacher at our Heritage Christian location in Hudsonville, MI. Nursery this morning: Anna Poppema, Alyssa Uittenbogaard, Aubrey Van Briesen The following are some of the highlights: Next weeks message will be The Prophet who Ran Away (Jonah 1:3). We rejoice with Aaron and Kristen De Jong who were blessed Friday night with the birth of a baby girl, Lindsey Marie. Abundant Blooms Flower Farm. Watch the Contemporary Service live on Sunday mornings and view previous sermons. CONCERNING THE CONGREGATION Friesland Community Church | To Glorify God by making Spiritually, Healthy, Reproducing Followers (Disciples) of Jesus Christ | Friesland, WI 53935 EVENT SIGN UPS Facebook Page Watch Sermons Weekly Bulletins Welcome Weekly Bulletins & Sermons are available above under Read & Listen Upcoming 1 Mar Children Of Light They are treating her with antibiotics at home. If you would like to know more about First United Reformed Church, please visit our website at, www.chinourc.org Welcome to First Reformed Church of Sheldon! May the Lord continue to uphold Catherine, Kerwen, and their family in this trial. Log In. There are two denominations of Presbyterian churches with whom they will be meeting along with the professors and students of John Calvin University. Please bring your cans to the church parking lot. Welcome to Unity Protestant Reformed Church! CHURCH NEWS Present at the meetings were the 20 delegates from Classis East and Classis West. Links for this week's bulletin are typically ready to view on the Friday before the Sunday worship service; just click on the green date to view a bulletin. However, all applicants are encouraged to apply as classes and grade levels are flexible. Advance Notice: The Lynden Protestant Reformed Church plans to host a Young Adults Retreat from July 1-5, 2019, in beautiful northwest Washington. Become a member of First Protestant Church of New Braunfels. The liturgy incorporates the choir and the congregation in a variety of worshipful elements that invite all participants to have an authentic encounter with God. Ten Steps into the New Year. Next Sunday morning: Jayden Hoksbergen, Shania Kooiker, Allison Mooy #371 and Prof. Gritters offered a prayer of thanksgiving. 132 people follow this. Homepage - Heritage Reformed Congregation of Hull Iowa. Need for Donations: In a few weeks the new seminary student Marcus Wee will arrive with his wife and newborn. A book is being developed to commemorate this event. We give thanks to our God for the blessed gift of another covenant child. May our Father in heaven richly bless their marriage that it may reflect that of Christ and His church. After opening devotions, synod considered the report of the Contact Committee. It was noted that Matt Kortus and Jacob Maatman are in their third year of study at the seminary and will begin their internships this summer. Our congregation currently has 133 families with a total membership of over 550 souls.