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[12], 6.6 Every sin, both original and actual, being a transgression of the righteous law of God, and contrary thereunto,[13] does, in its own nature, bring guilt upon the sinner;[14] whereby he is bound over to the wrath of God,[15] and curse of the law,[16] and so made subject to death,[17] with all miseries spiritual,[18] temporal,[19] and eternal.[20]. [4] Luke 16:23-24; Acts 1:25; Jude 6-7; Peter 3:19. 104 What are the duties required in the first commandment? [13] James 5:16; Luke 17:3-4; Joshua 7:19; Psalm 51. [142] Luke 1:27, 31, 35, 42; Galatians 4:4. (2020). The sum of the ten commandments is, To love the Lord our God with all our heart, with all our soul, with all our strength, and with all our mind; and our neighbour as ourselves.[117]. Q. [44] 1 John 3:2; 1 Corinthians 13:12; 1 Thessalonians 4:17-18. No court may meet while a higher court is meeting without the permission of the higher court. Special days of fasting, humiliation, and prayer are particularly appropriate when Gods judgments are evident in the land, or when corporate sin in the Church or nation provokes the Lord and invites his judgments. [10] Hebrews 5:13-14; Romans 4:19-20; Matthew 6:30; Matthew 8:10. A. Christ has appointed the ministers of his word, in the administration of this sacrament of the Lords Supper, to set apart the bread and wine from common use, by the word of institution, thanksgiving, and prayer; to take and break the bread, and to give both the bread and the wine to the communicants: who are, by the same appointment, to take and eat the bread, and to drink the wine, in thankful remembrance that the body of Christ was broken and given, and his blood shed, for them.[37]. After the Second World War there was a massive immigration from the Netherlands to North America, especially to Canada. A. Christ humbled himself in his death, in that having been betrayed by Judas,[34] forsaken by his disciples,[35] scorned and rejected by the world,[36] condemned by Pilate, and tormented by his persecutors;[37] having also conflicted with the terrors of death, and the powers of darkness, felt and borne the weight of Gods wrath,[38] he laid down his life an offering for sin,[39] enduring the painful, shameful, and cursed death of the cross.[40]. [114] Job 31:29; Psalm 122:7-9; 1 Timothy 1:5; Esther 10:3; 1 Corinthians 13:4-7. A. A. 91 What is the duty which God requires of man? 96 What particular use is there of the moral law to unregenerate men? The scriptures manifest themselves to be the word of God, by their majesty[7] and purity;[8] by the consent of all the parts,[9] and the scope of the whole, which is to give all glory to God;[10] by their light and power to convince and convert sinners, to comfort and build up believers unto salvation:[11] but the Spirit of God bearing witness by and with the scriptures in the heart of man, is alone able fully to persuade it that they are the very word of God.[12]. [7] Matthew 24:36, 42-44; Mark 13:35-37; Luke 12:35-36; Revelation 22:20. [55] 2 Chronicles 30:18-19; Matthew 26:26. A. The person making the appeal is entitled to speak on his/her own behalf or with the assistance of counsel. A. If the grounds of his resignation are other than unsuitability, he may go through the process to be re-elected and installed to serve again. 13.1 They who are once effectually called and regenerated, having a new heart and a new spirit created in them, are further sanctified, really and personally, through the virtue of Christs death and resurrection,[1] by His Word and Spirit dwelling in them:[2] the dominion of the whole body of sin is destroyed,[3] and the several lusts thereof are more and more weakened and mortified;[4] and they more and more quickened and strengthened in all saving graces,[5] to the practice of true holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord. [13] Romans 5:1-2, 5; Romans 14:17; Romans 15:13; Ephesians 1:3-4; Psalm 4:6-7; Psalm 119:32. [4] Hebrews 10:24-25; Acts 2:42, 46; Isaiah 2:3; 1 Corinthians 11:20. [1] Micah 6:8; Romans 12:2; Hebrews 13:21. 7.1 The distance between God and the creature is so great, that although reasonable creatures do owe obedience unto Him as their Creator, yet they could never have any fruition of Him as their blessedness and reward, but by some voluntary condescension on Gods part, which He has been pleased to express by way of covenant. Q. Q. A man must receive at least two thirds of the votes cast to be declared an elder-elect. Q. A. [27] Psalm 34:11; Psalm 78:5; Genesis 18:19; Exodus 12:26-27; 1 Corinthians 13:11. Q. The fall brought mankind into an estate of sin and misery.[42]. A. In, Moir, John S.. "Presbyterian and Reformed Churches in Canada. [64] Isaiah 9:6-7; Luke 1:32-33; John 18:37; 1 Corinthians 15:25. [107] Luke 23:43; 2 Corinthians 5:6, 8; Philippians 1:23. 13 Did our first parents continue in the estate wherein they were created? Weddings and funerals are solemn public occasions for which the following guidelines are suggested as a help to pastors. [55] Deuteronomy 12:32; Matthew 15:9; Acts 17:25; Matthew 4:9-10; Deuteronomy 4:15-20; Exodus 20:4, 6; Colossians 2:23; Hebrews 13:17. A. [6] Romans 5:8-10, 19; 1 Timothy 2:5-6; Hebrews 10:10, 14; Daniel 9:24, 26; Isaiah 53:4-6, 10-12. Q. a single Canadian church. We're a federation of seventy-two churches, most of which are in Canada and a few in the United States. The Federation believes that a thorough theological education must be maintained by the churches and for the churches. 91 How do the sacraments become effectual means of salvation? [19] Acts 10:38; Hebrews 12:24; Hebrews 7:22. Such as are found to be ignorant or scandalous, notwithstanding their profession of the faith, and desire to come to the Lords supper, may and ought to be kept from that sacrament, by the power which Christ has left in his church,[64] until they receive instruction, and manifest their reformation.[65]. The first congregation was instituted on April 16, 1950, in Lethbridge, Alberta. Q. God created man male and female, after his own image [a],[26] in knowledge,[27] righteousness, and holiness,[28] with dominion over the creatures.[29]. The work of creation is that wherein God did in the beginning, by the word of his power, make of nothing the world, and all things therein, for himself, within the space of six days, and all very good. [63] Romans 12:6-7; 1 Corinthians 12:28; Ephesians 4:11; 1 Timothy 5:17. [18] Numbers 6:23-27; 2 Corinthians 13:14. Special offerings for specific needs may also be collected. [40] John 1:1; John 2:24-25; Isaiah 9:6; 1 Corinthians 2:10-11. [66] John 15:26-27; Acts 1:8; 1 Peter 1:11. [21], A. [7] Galatians 4:1-3, 6-7; Galatians 5:1; Acts 15:10-11. The Cornerstone Church of Hamilton, Ontario has sent a missionary working in northern Brazil. At a synod held in the town of Dort, beginning in the fall 1618 and attended also by delegates from England, Scotland, Germany and Switzerland, the teachings of Arminius were refuted and the sovereignty of Gods grace was maintained. [1] Isaiah 40:13-17; Job 9:32-33; 1 Samuel 2:25; Psalm 113:5-6; Psalm 100:2-3; Job 22:2-3; Job 35:7-8; Luke 17:10; Acts 17:24-25. 2023 Committee for the Canadian Reformed Website. Q. [51] Ezekiel 18:4; Romans 5:12; Romans 6:23. [24], 2.2 God has all life,[25] glory,[26] goodness,[27] blessedness,[28] in and of Himself; and is alone in and unto Himself all-sufficient, not standing in need of any creatures which He has made,[29] nor deriving any glory from them,[30] but only manifesting His own glory in, by, unto, and upon them: He is the alone fountain of all being, of whom, through whom, and to whom are all things;[31] and has most sovereign dominion over them, to do by them, for them, or upon them whatsoever Himself pleases. [4] Luke 3:14; Romans 13:4; Matthew 8:9-10; Acts 10:1-2; Revelation 17:14, 16. [4] 2 Corinthians 5:10; Ecclesiastes 12:14; Romans 2:16; Romans 14:10, 12; Matthew 12:36-37. A. Gods works of providence are, his most holy,[30] wise,[31] and powerful[32] preserving[33] and governing[34] all his creatures, and all their actions.[35]. [13], 22.6 It is not to be made to any creature, but to God alone:[14] and that it may be accepted, it is to be made voluntarily, out of faith, and conscience of duty, in way of thankfulness for mercy received, or for the obtaining of what we want; whereby we more strictly bind ourselves to necessary duties; or to other things, so far and so long as they may fitly conduce thereunto. [7], 7.4 This covenant of grace is frequently set forth in Scripture by the name of a Testament, in reference to the death of Jesus Christ the Testator, and to the everlasting inheritance, with all things belonging to it, therein bequeathed. A. [87] Psalm 42:5, 8; Psalm 43:3-5; Psalm 123:1-2. The Lords Supper is to be celebrated frequently at the discretion of the session. [127] Matthew 6:9; Deuteronomy 28:58; Psalm 29:2; Psalm 68:4; Revelation 15:3-4. The purpose shall be to teach the doctrines of grace and biblical truth set forth in the. Therefore they are not to be made the rule of faith, or practice; but to be used as a help in both. He may record his dissent and complaint against the decisions of the court as other members may. [35] Acts 20:28; 1 Corinthians 1:2; Numbers 1:2; Psalm 87:6. [13], 11.5 God does continue to forgive the sins of those that are justified:[14] and although they can never fall from the state of justification;[15] yet they may, by their sins, fall under Gods fatherly displeasure, and not have the light of His countenance restored unto them, until they humble themselves, confess their sins, beg pardon, and renew their faith and repentance. The fourth commandment is, Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy. [95], A. [111], A. [28] 2 Corinthians 5:19, 21; Romans 3:22-25, 27-28. The meeting for organization is intended to include the reception of the following officers each of whom has given assent to their respective ordination vows of the RP Church of Canada: [name(s)] to the office of pastor/teacher (as applicable), [name(s)] to the office of ruling elder (as applicable), [name(s)] to the office of deacon (as applicable). I declare these as the confession of my faith. [43] Since the Reformation, confusion over the use of the word office has led to many different views respecting the number of offices Christ has appointed. Since 1925, the total of members and adherents remained almost constant at about 800 000 until 1981, and decreased to 636 295 members in 1991. The sentence is also to be made known to all the congregations of the RP Church of Canada as well as any true Church which enquires about the membership status of the person. If a congregation of the RP Church of Canada has no elders or deacons to act as trustees, the congregation may appoint communicant members as trustees. Only the men certified by the session shall be eligible for election. [45] Psalm 51:5; John 3:6; Romans 3:18; Romans 8:7-8; Ephesians 2:3. A. [9] Ephesians 1:13-14; Ephesians 4:30; 2 Corinthians 1:21-22. [8] Leviticus 18; 1 Corinthians 5:1; Amos 2:7. List of material offered in evidence: [list all]. A. Member church are a part of the NAPARC and the World Reformed Fellowship.[5]. Ordination is the solemn act of the Church admitting a man to office and giving him the right and title to discharge its functions. [19] James 1:22; Acts 10:33; Matthew 13:19; Hebrews 4:2; Isaiah 66:2. [52] Matthew 25:41, 46; 2 Thessalonians 1:9; Revelation 14:9-11. Do you believe this child is Gods possession entrusted to your care? [168], A. [6] Ephesians 2:20; Revelation 22:18-19; Isaiah 8:20; Luke 16:29, 31; Galatians 1:8-9; 2 Timothy 3:15-16. Q. The RP Church of Canadas acceptance of this interpretation does not imply the granting of any authority to the magistrate other than the requesting of pastors and other qualified persons to assemble together. [52] Ephesians 4:11-13; 1 Peter 5:2; Revelation 1:20. A. [14] Philippians 2:12; Hebrews 6:11-12; 2 Peter 1:3, 5, 10-11; Isaiah 64:7; 2 Timothy 1:6; Acts 26:6-7; Jude 20-21. In the event that a congregation of the RP Church of Canada ceases to exist, its trustees will be encouraged to apply the assets for the furtherance of the work and witness of the RP Church of Canada. [9], 13.3 In which war, although the remaining corruption, for a time, may much prevail;[10] yet through the continual supply of strength from the sanctifying Spirit of Christ, the regenerate part does overcome;[11] and so, the saints grow in grace,[12] perfecting holiness in the fear of God.[13]. Q. [64] John 17:9, 20; Romans 11:25-26; Psalm 67. [3] Matthew 19:4-5 with Genesis 2:24; Luke 24:27, 44; 1 Corinthians 2:13; 1 Corinthians 14:37; 2 Peter 1:20-21; 2 Peter 3:2, 15-16. [201] Psalm 10:17; Psalm 62:8; Matthew 7:7-8. You, [name], by your continued neglect of your Christian duty and by the sin of [name of sin], have brought reproach upon yourself, and have given occasion to the enemies of the Lord to mock and curse. Q. A. [9], 1.5 We may be moved and induced by the testimony of the Church to a high and reverent esteem of the Holy Scripture. [11] Acts 20:32; Ephesians 4:11-13; John 20:31. [22], 16.7 Works done by unregenerate men, although, for the matter of them, they may be things which God commands, and of good use both to themselves and others:[23] yet, because they proceed not from a heart purified by faith;[24] nor are done in a right manner according to the Word;[25] nor to a right end, the glory of God;[26] they are therefore sinful, and cannot please God, or make a man meet to receive grace from God. To constitute a presbytery, a quorum of certified elders must be present from at least one half of the congregations on the roll of the presbytery; and at least one fourth of the elders present must be ruling elders. Q. Only male members who have made profession of faith and meet the conditions as set forth in certain Biblical passages (such as 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1) are eligible for office as pastors, elders, and deacons. We note the prophetic promise in Isaiah 49:23, which states that kings shall be foster fathers and queens nursing mothers to the Church. [62] Nehemiah 8:2-8; Acts 6:4; Acts 13:5-7; 2 Corinthians 5:20; Ephesians 4:11-12; Colossians 4:17; 2 Timothy 4:5; 1 Timothy 5:17; 2 Timothy 4:2; 1 Peter 1:25. A. Christian Reformed Church A. [22], A. 92 What did God at first reveal unto man as the rule of his obedience? [140] Leviticus 19:12; Matthew 5:33-37; James 5:12. All should follow the prescribed process laid out in Matthew 18:15-16. The CRC in Canada: A Field Guide - The Banner God has ordained that marriage is between one man and one woman, for their joy and sanctification, for the raising of children, and for the more certain continuance of the Church. Answer: I do. The ordination and installation of a pastor or teacher can only be undertaken by a presbytery. 61 Are all they saved who hear the gospel, and live in the church? [126] Deuteronomy 30:17-18; Psalm 44:20-21; Ezekiel 8:12. Like nearly every other Christian church in North America, this requires going back to the Europe of the sixteenth century and the developments that took place which radically changed the face of Christianity. Parents, or legal guardians, of a covenant child, having received instruction on the nature and purpose of baptism, shall have their child baptized during a public worship service. [6] But, under the new testament, the liberty of Christians is further enlarged, in their freedom from the yoke of the ceremonial law, to which the Jewish Church was subjected;[7] and in greater boldness of access to the throne of grace,[8] and in fuller communications of the free Spirit of God, than believers under the law did ordinarily partake of. In the name of Jesus Christ, this court of his Church, suspends you from the office of [name of office], and forbids you to perform any of the duties belonging to it. The preface to the ten commandments is in these words, I am the Lord thy God, which have brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage.[118]. The union which the elect have with Christ is the work of Gods grace,[11] whereby they are spiritually and mystically, yet really and inseparably, joined to Christ as their head and husband;[12] which is done in their effectual calling. PR Churches (USA & Canada) - prca.org [82], A. I declare these as the confession of my faith. The deacon is to show an active and impartial concern for the wellbeing of everyone. (b) A Directory for Worship, specifying how to worship God. Q. The only Mediator of the covenant of grace is the Lord Jesus Christ,[137] who, being the eternal Son of God, of one substance and equal with the Father,[138] in the fulness of time became man,[139] and so was and continues to be God and man, in two entire distinct natures, and one person, forever.[140]. 47 What is forbidden in the first commandment? [36] Galatians 4:4-5; Genesis 3:15; Revelation 13:8; Hebrews 13:8. [2], 6.2 By this sin they fell from their original righteousness and communion, with God,[3] and so became dead in sin,[4] and wholly defiled in all the parts and faculties of soul and body. 119 What are the sins forbidden in the fourth commandment? In 1875 these and the remnants of the Church of Scotland combined to form the Presbyterian Church in Canada, which the 1891 Our team will be reviewing your submission and get back to you with any further questions. (a) If the amendment is approved, then the presbytery will present the amendment to the synod. Search our ministries and programs in the online Ministry Directory. This call, made by [name and location of the congregation] upon [full name of the one called] on the [date], was made in accordance with the law and order of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of Canada and has been sustained by the [name of the presbytery] Presbytery as a regular Gospel call. 19 What is the misery of that estate whereinto man fell? A. from New France until the British conquest. about Canadas history and culture in both official languages, please consider [72] Colossians 3:5; Amos 8:5; Proverbs 1:19; 1 Timothy 6:10. The final vote was 124 against the appeal, 47 for the appeal and six delegates abstaining. 12.1 All those that are justified, God vouchsafes, in and for His only Son Jesus Christ, to make partakers of the grace of adoption:[1] by which they are taken into the number, and enjoy the liberties and privileges of the children of God,[2] have His name put upon them,[3] receive the spirit of adoption,[4] have access to the throne of grace with boldness,[5] are enabled to cry, Abba, Father,[6] are pitied,[7] protected,[8] provided for,[9] and chastened by Him as by a Father;[10] yet never cast off,[11] but sealed to the day of redemption,[12] and inherit the promises,[13] as heirs of everlasting salvation.[14]. Q. [152] Leviticus 18:1-21; Mark 6:18; Malachi 2:11-12. [140] Luke 1:35; Romans 9:5; Colossians 2:9; Hebrews 7:24-25. Now, therefore, for your own spiritual good and for the peace and purity of the Church, receive the pronouncement of this censure. [3] Genesis 3:6-8; Ecclesiastes 7:29; Romans 3:23. [2] 1 Corinthians 1:2; 1 Corinthians 12:13; Romans 15:9-12; Revelation 7:9; Psalm 2:8; Psalm 22:27-31; Psalm 45:17; Matthew 28:19-20; Isaiah 59:21. [95] Luke 18:9, 11; Romans 12:16; 1 Corinthians 4:6; Acts 12:22; Exodus 4:10-14. A. The visible church is a society made up of all such as in all ages and places of the world do profess the true religion,[2] and of their children.[3]. Q. [10] Hebrews 9:10, 19-22; Acts 2:41; Acts 16:33; Mark 7:4. With the church in New Westminster leading the way, the two churches co-hosted this one day classis meeting. Diligent effort should be made to retain members in the RP Church of Canada. The church at Smithers, BC has started a program of outreach among the First Nations people living in the Bulkley Valley region of northern British Columbia. (c) If the amendment is not approved by the presbytery of which the pastor, elder, or a session is a member, then the pastor, elder, or a session may present the amendment to one other presbytery, which will follow the procedure stated above. At the center of the controversy was Jacob Arminius who in his teaching subtly undermined the sovereignty of God in saving sinners. [71] 1 Corinthians 1:30; 1 Corinthians 6:11. Rev. 80 Can true believers be infallibly assured that they are in the estate of grace, and that they shall persevere therein unto salvation? [105] Isaiah 33:14; Genesis 4:13; Matthew 27:4. [4], 18.2 This certainty is not a bare conjectural and probable persuasion, grounded upon a fallible hope;[5] but an infallible assurance of faith, founded upon the divine truth of the promises of salvation,[6] the inward evidence of those graces unto which these promises are made,[7] the testimony of the Spirit of adoption witnessing with our spirits that we are the children of God:[8] which Spirit is the earnest of our inheritance, whereby we are sealed to the day of redemption. Q. [2], 21.2 Religious worship is to be given to God, the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost; and to Him alone;[3] not to angels, saints, or any other creature:[4] and since the fall, not without a Mediator; nor in the mediation of any other but of Christ alone. A. [158] Matthew 1:21, 23; Matthew 3:17; Hebrews 9:14. 80 What is required in the tenth commandment? 101 What is the preface to the ten commandments? The presbytery may not, under any circumstance, transfer credentials of an apostate to a congregation of the universal visible Church. [45] Acts 9:15; Acts 13:2; Mark 3:13-19; Luke 6:12-19; 1 Timothy 3:2-13. [89] Romans 12:2; Philippians 3:13, 14; Timothy 4:7. The pastor is an elder who has special gifts from Christ for the public preaching of the Word. [11] Psalm 51:4-5, 7, 9, 14; Psalm 32:5-6. In the name of Jesus Christ, this court of Christs Church deposes you from the office of [name of office] and declares your relationship to the congregation in this capacity to be dissolved. Q. [22] Romans 12:8; 1 Timothy 5:17; Hebrews 13:17; 1 Peter 5:1-3. The particular function of the deacon is to extend mercy and compassion to the poor and suffering. [5], 3.3 By the decree of God, for the manifestation of His glory, some men and angels[6] are predestinated unto everlasting life, and others fore-ordained to everlasting death. [1] Ephesians 1:10, 22-23; Ephesians 5:23, 27, 32; Colossians 1:18. The presbytery shall vote by roll call whether to certify the candidate as Licensed to Receive a Call. A. 155 How is the word made effectual to salvation? The Oxford Church's mission is to reach, teach, support, and see people saved throughout all ethnicities, cultures, and nations. [18] But, because these original tongues are not known to all the people of God, who have right unto, and interest in the Scriptures, and are commanded, in the fear of God, to read and search them,[19] therefore they are to be translated into the vulgar language of every nation unto which they come,[20] that the Word of God dwelling plentifully in all, they may worship Him in an acceptable manner;[21] and, through patience and comfort of the Scriptures, may have hope. The sins forbidden in the second commandment are, all devising,[94] counseling,[95] commanding,[96] using,[97] and anywise approving, any religious worship not instituted by God himself;[98] tolerating a false religion;[99] the making any representation of God, of all or of any of the three persons, either inwardly in our mind, or outwardly in any kind of image or likeness of any creature whatsoever;[100] all worshiping of it,[101] or God in it or by it;[102] the making of any representation of feigned deities,[103] and all worship of them, or service belonging to them;[104] all superstitious devices,[105] corrupting the worship of God,[106] adding to it, or taking from it,[107] whether invented and taken up of ourselves,[108] or received by tradition from others,[109] though under the title of antiquity,[110] custom,[111] devotion,[112] good intent, or any other pretense whatsoever;[113] simony;[114] sacrilege;[115] all neglect,[116] contempt,[117] hindering,[118] and opposing the worship and ordinances which God has appointed.[119].
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