The Council of Rehoboth United Reformed Church of Hamilton, ON, with thankfulness to the Lord, wishes to inform the churches of the Federation of the call extended to Reverend John van Eyk of Trinity United Reformed Church in Lethbridge, AB, to serve as minister of Preaching and Teaching. Please keep Rev van Eyk, his wife Lucy and their family in prayer as he considers the call extended to him.  We pray that the Lord would make it clear where He would have him serve at this time. 

Mr. Matthew Van der Woerd of Telkwa, British Columbia, has declined the call to Covenant United Reformed Church at Byron Center, Michigan. We pray that Mr. Van der Woerd and his family will seek the Lord's comfort and strength during this time as they transistion to their accepted call to Emmanuel Reformed Church of Neerlandia, Alberta.

With the concurrence of Classis Eastern U.S., the council of Westside Reformed Church (Cincinnati, OH) announces that its associate pastor, Rev. Brandon Burks, has accepted their call to serve as a Home Missionary to Northern Kentucky with the goal of planting a church in the city of Florence. He will begin core group development (“Phase 2”) labors on January 1, 2024. Join us in prayer for him and in giving thanks to the Lord for raising up another church planter and for those souls that are already involved in this fledgling work. May God grant growth!

With thanks to the Lord, the Council of Christ Reformed Church in Sioux Falls, SD is pleased to announce that brother Kirk Gibbons has accepted our call to serve as Minister of Word and Sacraments alongside Rev. Benjamin Davenport. Lord willing, the ordination service for Mr. Gibbons will be held on Thursday, November 9 at 7:00 PM. All who are able are invited to join us for this joyous occasion.

For the Council of Christ Reformed Church,

Mark Hoogwerf, Clerk

The Council of the Rehoboth United Reformed Church of Hamilton, ON, wishes to inform the federation that Rev. Keith Davis has declined our call to serve as our Minister of Preaching and Teaching .  We wish Rev. Davis the Lord's blessing as he continues his ministry at Bethel URC in Calgary and pray for His guidance as we continue to our search.

With thanks to the Lord, the council of Emmanuel Reformed Church of Neerlandia, Alberta, is pleased to announce that Candidate Matthew Van der Woerd has accepted our call to serve as Minister of Word and Sacraments.

Mr. Matthew Van der woerd of Telkwa, British Columbia, has declined the call to Bellingham URC, Washington. We wish Mr. Van der woerd our Lord's richest blessings as he follows God's leading. Please pray for the vacancies within our federation, that the Lord would provide for them undershepherds of His choosing in due time.

The Council of Salem United Reformed Church in Bowmanville, Ontario would like to inform the churches of our federation that our call to serve as minister of the Word.has been declined by Rev. Tim Bergsma of Living Hope Free Reformed Church in Chatham, Ontario.

The Consistory of Immanuel Fellowship Church in Kalamazoo, MI is pleased to announce that Joel Haan has sustained his licensure examination and is available to exhort in our churches. Joel can be reached at [email protected].

The Consistory of Christ URC (Santee, CA) wishes to inform the federation that Mr. Drew Admiraal sustained his candidacy examination at the last meeting of Classis Southwest U.S. in the presence of his Consistory. Having received the concurring advice of the delegates to that meeting of classis, our Consistory is delighted to declare him a candidate for the office of minister of the Word. May the Lord Jesus Christ use our brother to strengthen and increase His Church.

For the Consistory of CURC,

Rev. William C. Godfrey

The Council of the Covenant Christian Church of Wyoming, ON along with the Hope Centre in Brampton, wishes to inform the federation that the call to the Hope Centre, extended to Rev. Gary Zekveld was declined.  We wish him the Lord's blessing as he continues his labour of love in New Westminster URC in Vancouver

On August 28, 2023, it was announced that Rev. Dr. Daniel Borvan of Grace URC in Torrance, CA, had accepted the call to be Pastor of Preaching at Christ Reformed Church in Anaheim, CA. We are pleased to announce that on September 29, 2023, Rev. Borvan was installed as Minister of Word and Sacrament of Christ Reformed Church, with the participation of Rev. Dr. Michael Horton, Rev. Dr. Daniel Hyde, Rev. Dr. Kim Riddlebarger, Rev. Brad Lenzner, and Rev. Yi Wang.

The council of Covenant United Reformed Church at Byron Center, Michigan is informing the churches of our federation that we have extended a call to candidate Matthew Van der woerd of Telkwa, BC, Canada, to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments. Please pray for Matthew and his wife Cari and their family as they consider the calls that have been extended to Matthew.

With thankfulness to the Lord, Christ Reformed Church of Sioux Falls, SD, has extended a call to candidate Kirk Gibbons to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments. We pray that God will bless brother Gibbons as he considers this call and how God may be glorified through his service.

For the Council,

Mark Hoogwerf, Clerk

The Council of Salem United Reformed Church in Bowmanville, Ontario would like to inform the churches of our federation that we have extended a call to Rev. Tim Bergsma of Living Hope Free Reformed Church in Chatham, Ontario to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments. Please keep Rev. Bergsma and his family in prayer as he considers the two calls that are now before him.

With joy and thanksgiving to the Lord, Gig Harbor URC announces its organization as a particularized congregation within the URCNA. This past Lord's Day, our planting pastor, Rev. Caleb Janson, was installed as the Minister of the Word and Sacraments of GHURC. 

Blessings, 

The GHURC Consistory

The Council of Rehoboth United Reformed Church of Hamilton, ON, with Thankfulness to the Lord, wishes to inform the churches of the Federation of the call extended to Reverend Keith Davis of Bethel United Reformed Church of Calgary, AB, to serve as minister of Preaching and Teaching. Please keep Rev Davis, his wife Laura and their family in prayer as he considers the call extended to him.  We pray that the Lord would make it clear where He would have him serve at this time. 

The Council of Emmanuel Reformed Church of Neerlandia, Alberta with thankfulness to the Lord wishes to inform the federation of our call extended to Matthew Van der Woerd of Telkwa, B.C., to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments. Please keep Matthew Van der Woerd and his family in your prayers as he considers this call and where the Lord would have him serve.

With joy and thanksgiving to God, the consistory of Christ Reformed Church of Sioux Falls, SD reports that Mr. Kirk Gibbons, a graduate of Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, has sustained his candidacy exam conducted at the meeting of Classis Central US held on September 11 and 12 at Redeemer URC in Orange City, Iowa. The consistory declares Kirk Gibbons a candidate eligible for call to the office of Minister of the Word and Sacraments and heartily recommends him to the churches of the URCNA.

The Council of Bellingham United Reformed Church in Bellingham, Washington would like to announce the call extended to Mr. Matthew Van der Woerd of Telkwa, British Columbia, to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments. Please remember Mr. Van der Woerd and his family in your prayers as he considers this call to serve at Bellingham United Reformed Church.

On Behalf of the Council,

Tommy Rivers (Elder/Clerk)

With thankfulness to God, the consistory of Faith Reformed Church of Telkwa BC announces that Matthew VanderWoerd, a graduate of Mid-America Reformed Seminary, has sustained his Candidacy Exam conducted at the meeting of Classis Western Canada held on September 12, 2023. The consistory declares Matthew a candidate eligible for call to the office of Minister of the Word and Sacraments, and heartily recommends him to the churches of the URCNA.

With much joy and thanksgiving the council of the Providence URC of Winnipeg ,Canada announces that Mr. Bryce Klassen was examined last evening for licensure in accordance with the guidelines in Appendix 2of the church order. He sustained the exam on August C 30,2023. He has been granted a license to exhort for one year.

On behalf of council clerk G. Hordyk

With joy and thanksgiving to the LORD, the consistory of Hudson Valley URC announces to the churches that Mr. David Myhren, a graduate of Mid-America Reformed Seminary, successfully sustained his candidacy exam at the meeting of Classis Eastern US held on August 29.  The Hudson Valley URC consistory declares David Myhren a candidate eligible for call to the office of Minister of the Word and Sacraments in the URCNA.

The Council of Covenant Christian Church of Wyoming, ON along with the Hope Centre in Brampton, ON , with thankfulness to the Lord wishes to inform the churches of the Federation of the call extended to Gary Zekveld of New Westminster United Reformed Church, to serve as the Lead Pastor of the Word and Sacraments at the Hope Centre in Brampton, ON. Please keep Rev. Zekveld and his family in prayer as he considers the call extended to him.

Please pray for the Borvan family and our congregation during the upcoming transition and for Grace URC of Torrance, CA, and their efforts to fill their upcoming vacancy.

On June 6, 2023, it was announced that Rev. Steve Swets of Rehoboth URC in Hamilton, ON, had accepted the call to Redeemer URC in St. John, IN. We are pleased to announce that on August 6, 2023, Rev. Swets was installed as Minister of Word and Sacrament of Redeemer URC with the participation of Rev. Dr. Cornelis Venema, Rev. Dr. J. Mark Beach, and Rev. Paul Ipema.

In response to the call issued to Rev. Boekestein to be pastor of the new West side work, Rev. Boekestein has declined.  We wish God's continued blessing to Rev. Boekestein and his family as they continue their work in Michigan.  The search continues for a full time pastor for the new work being planned on the west side of Phoenix metro area.

Rev. Harms was unable to accept our call to the vacant pastoral position at this time and our pastoral search continues.  We seek your prayers for Rev. Harms as well as for the Lord's provision of the man of His choosing in this search.  If you feel led to consider a call to Preakness Valley, or know of a potential candidate, we welcome you reach out to us at [email protected]

With joy and thanksgiving to God, the Consistory of Christ United Reformed Church (Santee, CA) is pleased to announce that Mr. Ben Phelps sustained his licensure examination last night and has been granted a license to exhort for one year. We heartily recommend him to the federation.

Sincerely,
Rev. William C. Godfrey
for the Consistory of Christ URC

Oak Glen URC is pleased to announce the July 30, 2023 installation of Rev. Eric Kayayan as associate minister to serve as a missionary to the French speaking world. Rev. Kayayan will continue his labor with the missiion agency Reformed Faith and Life (www.foietviereformees.org) where he has ministered the gospel to the French speaking world via various media platforms since 1998.

With joy and thanksgiving the Consistory of Covenant URC of Pantego, NC is pleased to announce that Mr. Chris Rouse has sustained his licensure exam and is declared to be licensed to exhort in our churches for 1 year. We wholeheartedly recommned him to the churches. 

On behalf Consistory

With joy and thanksgiving to God, the consistory of Christ Reformed Church of Anaheim, California, announces that Mr. Jonathan Ramont was examined for licensure in accordance with the Guidelines in Appendix 2 of Church Order, and sustained the exam on July 17, 2023. He has been granted a license to exhort for one year.

Providence URC. The consistory of Providence United Reformed Church of Winnipeg Is pleased to announce licensure examination of Mr Bryce Klassen, a student of MidAmerica Reformed Seminary of Dyer Indiana. The exam will take place at Providence URC in Winnipeg on Aug. 30 or 31@7:30 PM. Upon sustaining his exam Mr Klassen will receive his license to exhort. This examination is open to any visitors and we welcome you to join us. Please pray for Mr Klassen as he prepares for this exam.

Dear Brothers in Christ,

The Consistory of Christ URC (Santee, CA) has extended the license to exhort of Mr. Drew Admiraal for another year. Mr. Admiraal graduated from Westminster Seminary California in May and is pursuing doctoral studies at UCLA in the fall, Lord willing. We heartily recommend him to the churches.

Every blessing,
Rev. William C. Godfrey
for the Consistory of Christ URC

The Consistory of Christ United Reformed Church, Santee, is pleased to announce the licensure examination of Mr. Ben Phelps, a student at Westminster Seminary California. The exam will take place at Christ URC in Santee, CA on Tuesday, August 8 at 7:00 pm. Upon sustaining his exam, Mr. Phelps will receive his license to exhort. This exam is open to visitors - we welcome you to join us. Please pray for Mr. Phelps as he prepares for his examination.  

In His Service,
Rev. William C. Godfrey
for the Consistory of Christ URC

The Consistory of Covenant United Reformed Church, Pantego, NC is pleased to announce the licensure examination of Mr. Christopher Rouse, a student at Reformed Theological Seminary - Orlando. The exam will take place at Covenant URC on Tuesday, August 2 at 7:30 pm. Upon sustaining his exam, Mr. Rouse will receive his license to exhort. This exam is open to visitors - we welcome you to join us. Please pray for Mr. Rouse as he prepares for his examination. 

With joy and thanksgiving to God, the Consistory of Christ United Reformed Church (Santee, CA) is pleased to announce that Mr. Cole Lindsay sustained his licensure examination and has been granted a license to exhort for one year. We heartily recommend him to the federation.

Sincerely,
Rev. William C. Godfrey
for the Consistory of Christ URC

Brothers in Christ,

The consistory of Christ Reformed Church, Sioux Falls, SD has renewed the license to exhort of Mr. Kirk Gibbons for one year. He is a May 2023 graduate of Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. The consistory commends him to the churches for service.

For the consistory,

Mark Hoogwerf, clerk

Brothers in Christ,

The consistory of Christ Reformed Church, Sioux Falls, SD has renewed the license to exhort of Mr. Joe Hamm for one year. He is currently a student at Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. The consistory commends him to the churches for service.

For the consistory,

Mark Hoogwerf, clerk

The congregation of Phoenix United Reformed Church has after much prayer, voted to extend a call to Rev. Bill Boekestein to serve as west side church plant Minister of Word and Sacrament.  We request your prayers for Rev. Boekestein and his family as he considers this call and that the Lord would bless his work going forward.

The congregation of Preakness Valley United Reformed Church has, after much prayer, voted to extend a call to Rev. Frederik "Fritz" Harms to serve as their Minister of the Word   We ask for your prayers for Rev. Harms that the Holy Spirit will guide him in considering this call. 

The Council of the United Reformed Church of Prince Edward Island wishes to inform the federation that the call extended to Rev. John Bouwers was declined.  We wish him the Lord's blessing as he continues his labour of love in Hope Reformed Church of Brampton.

With joy and thanksgiving to God, the consistory of Christ Reformed Church of Anaheim, California, announces that Mr. Jared Pine was examined for licensure in accordance with the Guidelines in Appendix 2 of Church Order, and sustained the exam on May 31, 2023. He has been granted a license to exhort for one year.

On behalf of consistory,

Jeff Tyler

Clerk of Council

[email protected]

With joy and thanksgiving to God, the consistory of Christ Reformed Church of Anaheim, California, announces that Mr. Grant Sims was examined for licensure in accordance with the Guidelines in Appendix 2 of Church Order, and sustained the exam on May 26, 2023. He has been granted a license to exhort for one year.

On behalf of consistory,

Jeff Tyler

Clerk of Council

[email protected]

With thanks to the Lord, the Council of Redeemer United Reformed Church of St. John, IN  is pleased to announce that Rev. Steve Swets has accepted our call to serve as Minister of Word and Sacraments. Lord willing, Rev. Swets will be installed later this summer. Please pray for the Swets family during the upcoming transition and for Rehoboth URC as they begin a period of vacancy.

The Living Water Reformed Church of Brantford, Ontario gives thanks to God that our Consistory could give brothers Bruce DeVisser and Ben Soenen licensure to exhort in the URCNA following their respective exams on Tuesday, May 30.  These brothers gave a good account of both their character and growth in knowledge, and we pray that they will be a blessing to the churches as they continue to grow in their gifts and actively bring God's word on the Lord's day.  May God continue to provide laborers for His harvest field and may He equip them with all they need for His glory and the building of His church.

With thankfulness to the Lord, the Consistory of Covenant Reformed Church of Kansas City, Missouri announces that Mr. Thomas Bell has sustained his license exam and is declared to be a licensed exhorter in our churches.  This license is valid through May 26, 2024.

For the Consistory,
Ian Harris

The Consistory of Christ United Reformed Church, Santee, is pleased to announce the licensure examination of Mr. Cole Lindsay, a student at Westminster Seminary California. The exam will take place at Christ URC in Santee, CA on Tuesday, June 27 at 7:00 pm. Upon sustaining his exam, Mr. Lindsay will receive his license to exhort. This exam is open to visitors - we welcome you to join us. Please pray for Mr. Lindsay as he prepares for his examination.  

With thankfulness to God, the Consistory of Zion United Reformed Church in Sheffield, ON, announces that Alexander Proudfoot sustained his licensure examination and has been granted a license to exhort.

The Council of Redeemer United Reformed Church of St. John, IN, with Thankfulness to the Lord wishes to inform the churches of the Federation of the call extended to Reverend Steve Swets of Rehoboth United Reformed Church of Hamilton, Ontario, to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments. Please keep Reverend Swets and his family in prayer as he considers the call extended to him, that the Lord would make it clear where He would have him serve at this time. 

On Behalf of Council,

Ryan Knoll

The Council of the United Reformed Church of Prince Edward Island wishes to inform the churches of our Federation that we have extended a call to Rev. John Bouwers of Hope Reformed Church, Brampton, ON to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments.  Please keep Rev. Bouwers and his wife Julie in prayer as he considers the call extended to him.  May the Lord grant him clarity as to where the Lord would have him serve at this time.

The Council of Walker United Reformed Church informs the classes of the URCNA that the ministerial credentials of Rev. Sacha Walicord have been released from the URCNA to the Vanguard Presbyterian Church.   We pray that Rev. Walicord’s appointment as a pastor/evangelist will be greatly blessed and that Christ’s Kingdom will be expanded through Rev. Walicord's ministry.

With thankfulness to our God, the consistory of Cornerstone United Reformed Church in London, ON certifies and announces that Mr. Leo Joewono sustained his licensure exam and has been granted a license to exhort in the URCNA. His license is valid through May 13, 2024. 

The Council of the Grace Reformed Church in Dunnville seeks to inform the federation that Rev. Steve Swets declined the call that was extended to him. May the LORD continue to lead and bless him in his ministry.

On Behalf of Council,

Ben Lindeboom

Clerk

Brothers in Christ,
In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 2, the Consistory of Living Water Reformed Church (Brantford, ON) hereby announces our intention to conduct the licensure exams of Mr. Bennet Soenen and Mr. Bruce de Visser. Bennet and Bruce are members of Living Water Reformed Church.

Bennet is a student at Westminster Theological Seminary and Bruce has completed his M. Div. at Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.
Lord willing, the exam will be conducted on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at the facility where we meet and worship:

22 Holiday Dr, Brantford, ON N3R 7J4

We invite other consistories to observe or comment.

Please pray for our brothers as they prepare for their examinations, and for us as we administer them.

For the Consistory of Living Water Reformed Church,
Mark Nywening,
Clerk
[email protected]

The consistory of Hudson Valley URC of New Hampton, New York renewed Mr. David Myhren's license to exhort for another year, effective April 24, 2023.  

Rev. Kevin Hossink

Pastor of Hudson Valley URC

With thankfulness to God for His faithful provision, the Council of the Rock Valley United Reformed Church in Rock Valley, Iowa gratefully announces that Mr. Caleb Castro has accepted our call to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments. Lord willing, his Ordination Service will be held on Friday, May 19, 2023 at 7:00pm at the Rock Valley United Reformed Church.

Brothers in Christ,

In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 2, the Consistory of Christ Reformed Church (Anaheim, CA) hereby announces our intention to conduct a licensure exam of Mr. Jared Pine. Jared is a member of Christ Reformed Church, and a student at Westminster Seminary California.

Lord willing, the exam will be conducted on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at the facility where we meet and worship:

Anaheim Seventh Day Adventist Church
900 S. Sunkist St.
Anaheim, CA 92806

We invite other consistories to observe or comment.

Please pray for our brother as he prepares for his examination, and for us as we administer it.

For the Consistory,

Jeff Tyler,
Clerk
[email protected].

Brothers in Christ,

In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 2, the Consistory of Christ Reformed Church (Anaheim, CA) hereby announces our intention to conduct a licensure exam of Mr. Grant Sims. Grant is a member of Christ Reformed Church, and a student at Westminster Seminary California.

Lord willing, the exam will be conducted on Friday, May 26, 2023, at the facility where we meet and worship:

Anaheim Seventh Day Adventist Church
900 S. Sunkist St.
Anaheim, CA 92806

We invite other consistories to observe or comment.

Please pray for our brother as he prepares for his examination, and for us as we administer it.

For the Consistory,

Jeff Tyler, Clerk
[email protected].

In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 2, the Consistory of Covenant Reformed Church URC in Kansas City, Missouri, announces our intention to conduct a licensure exam of Mr. Thomas Bell. Thomas is a member of our congregation and is concluding his first year of studies at Mid America Reformed Seminary.

Lord willing, the exam will be conducted at 9:00 AM on Saturday May 27, 2023, at Covenant Reformed Church in Kansas City, MO.

We invite other consistories to observe or comment.

For the consistory of Covenant Reformed,
Ian Harris

The Consistory of the Escondido United Reformed Church in Escondido, CA announces to the federation that the License to Exhort for Mr. Drew Tilley has been extended for one year effective April 18, 2023.

With thankfulness to God, the consistory of Escondido United Reformed Church in Escondido, CA announces that Mr. John Kirby has successfully sustained his licensure exam and is available to exhort in our churches. His license is valid through April 18, 2024.

The Rock Valley United Reformed Church in Rock Valley, Iowa has extended a call to candidate Mr. Caleb Castro to be our next Pastor of The Word and Sacraments. Please keep Caleb and his wife Robyn in your prayers as they seek the Lord's will for their lives.

Dear Brothers in Christ, 

The Council of the Grace Reformed Church of Dunnville, Ontario, with Thankfulness to the Lord wishes to inform the churches of the Federation of the call extended to Reverend Steve Swets of Rehoboth United Reformed Church of Hamilton, Ontario, to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments. Please keep Reverend Swets and his family in prayer as he considers the call extended to him, that the Lord would grant clarity as to where the Lord would have him serve at this time. 

On Behalf of Council

Ben Lindeboom

The Consistory of Oak Glen United Reformed Church, Lansing, Illinois joyfully reports that Mr. Caleb Castro, recent graduate of Mid-America Reformed Seminary, with the concurring advice of Classis, has sustained his Candidacy Exam conducted at the April 11, 2023 meeting of Classis Central US held at Oak Lawn URC, Oak Lawn, Illinois. Therefore, we heartily affirm Mr. Castro to be a Candidate eligible for call to the office of Minister of the Word and Sacraments in the URCNA. Mr. Castro may be reached at [email protected].

Brothers in Christ,

In accordance with the URCNA Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 2, the Consistory of Escondido United Reformed Church in Escondido, CA hereby announces our intention to conduct a licensure exam of Mr. John Kirby. John is a member of Escondido United Reformed Church, and a student at Westminster Seminary California. Lord willing, the exam will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at our church facility. We invite other consistories to observe or comment.

On behalf of the consistory,

Henry Doorn
Clerk

With thankfulness to God for His faithful provision for His Church, the Council of Covenant Christian Church of Wyoming, Ontario is grateful to announce that Brother Tsjibbe deJong has accepted our call to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments at Covenant. We continue to pray for God's grace for him and his family as the prepare to move to Ontario and as Tsjibbe prepares for his ordination exam to be conducted at a future date.

With thankfulness to God, the consistory of Covenant Reformed Church in Pella, Iowa announces that Mr. Daniel Hofland has successfully sustained his licensure exam and is available to speak a word of edification within the churches.

With great praise to our covenant God the consistory of Oak Lawn United Reformed Church certifies and announces to the consistories of the federtion that Mr. Anthony Sato sustained his licensure exam and is declared to be a licensed exhorter in our churches. His license is valid through April 5, 2024. 

In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 2, the Consistory of Cornerstone URC in London, Ontario announces our intention to conduct a licensure exam of Mr. Leo Joewono. Leo is a member of our congregation and has been studying at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary with distance classes. He has been assisting Rev. Persaud in his work at the New Horizon Church Plant in Toronto and will be studying at Mid-America Reformed Seminary later this year. 

Lord willing, the exam will be conducted at 11:00AM on Saturday May 13, 2023, at the New Horizon Church in Scarborough.

We invite other consistories to observe or comment.

The Consistory of the First United Reformed Church of Chino, California, is pleased to announce the planned ordination/installation service for candidate Dr. Charles Lee Irons.  Dr. Irons accepted our call to be the part-time church planter for the Santa Clarita United Reformed Church.  The service will take place at our church on Saturday, April 15, at 10:30 in the morning.  Please pray for God's blessing upon Dr. Irons and the Santa Clarita congregation.

The Council of Covenant Christian Church of Wyoming, Ontario would like to inform our sister churches that, following a strong vote of support from the congregation, we have extended a call to Candidate Tsjibbe deJong. We give thanks to God for His enabling grace and that Tsjibbe has sustained his candidacy exam on March 23. We hold Tsjibbe and Kara and their family in our prayers as they seek the Lord's will for them as they consider this call.

With thanksgiving to God, the Living Water Reformed Church of Brantford announces that brother Steve Huisman has accepted the call to serve as our associate pastor.  We praise God for His provision and pray that God will bless Steve as he takes up pastoral duties among us.  The ordination exam and service are yet to be scheduled.  

It is with joy and thanksgiving to the LORD that the consistory of the Grace Reformed Church of Dunnville Ontario can announce to the churches the br. Tsjibbe de Jong, a graduate of CRTS (Canadian Reformed Theological Seminary) successfully sustained his candidacy exam at the meeting of Classis Ontario East, held yesterday (March 23) at Grace Reformed Church in Dunnville.  The consistory declares Tsjibbe a candidate eligible for call to the office of Minister of the Word and Sacraments in the URCNA.

The Consistory of the First United Reformed Church of Chino, California, is pleased to announce that the licensure of Mr. Brennan Kiledjian has been extended until May 31, 2024.  We pray for God's blessing upon him as he continues his preparation for the gospel ministry.

Rev. Bradd L. Nymeyer

First URC, Chino, CA

The Consistory of the Burlington United Reformed Church of Burlington, Washington, wishes to inform the federation that we have extended Mr. Jermey Vander Lei's license to exhort for another year, effective March 22, 2023.

Rev. James Ogle

Minister of Burlington URC

The Council of Covenant Reformed Church of Toronto, Ontario wishes to inform the federation that the call extended to Mr. Steven Huisman was declined. We wish him our Lord's richest blessings as he follows God's leading in His Kingdom.

On behalf of Council,

The Clerk

The Consistory of the Adoration United Reformed Church of Vineland, Ontario, wishes to inform the federation that we have extended Mr. Eric Haida’s license to exhort for another year, effective March 21, 2023.

Rev. Bryce De Zwarte

Minister of Adoration URC

It is with joy and thanksgiving to God that the consistory of Bethany United Reformed Church of Wyoming, MI announces that Mr. Elijah Anderson, a graduate of Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, has sustained his candidacy exam at the Classis Michigan meeting held March 14, 2023, at Covenant United Reformed Church.  The consistory declares Elijah a candidate eligible for call to the office of Minister in the URCNA.

Covenant Reformed Church of Toronto is pleased to inform you that it has extended a call to candidate Steven Huisman, currently a member of Immanuel URC of Jordan, Ontario and Puritan Theological Seminary graduate. The congregation is very thankful to our God for having been led to this decision and is praying that God would lead our brother Huisman to knowing His will as to where He would want him to serve in ministry.

The Living Water Reformed Church of Brantford has extended a call to candidate Steven Huisman, who is currently a member of the Immanuel URC of Jordan, Ontario and is a graduate of Puritan Theological Seminary.  We give thanks to the Lord for the strong congregational support behind the call.  We pray that God will give brother Huisman wisdom as he considers both this call and a call from the Covenant URC of Toronto.

The consistory of First URC of Oak Lawn, Illinois hereby notifies the churches of the Federation that we intend to examine Mr. Anthoy Sato for Licensure (Appendix 2) on Wednesday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m. Mr.Sato is a member of our congregation and a first year student at Mid-America Reformed Seminary.

Brothers in Christ,

In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 2, the Consistory of Covenant Reformed Church in Pella, Iowa hereby announces our intention to conduct a licensure exam of Mr. Daniel Hofland. Daniel is a member of Covenant Reformed Church, and a student at Mid-America Reformed Seminary.

Lord willing, the exam will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Thursday, March 30, 2023, at our church facility.

We invite other consistories to observe or comment.

On behalf of the consistory,

Rev. Greg Lubbers

Phoenix United Reformed Church is grateful to announce that our intern pastor Chris Smith has been extended a call to be the associate pastor of Phoenix URC.  Mr. Chris Smith has subsequently accepted the call to serve as associate pastor of Word and Sacraments serving with our senior pastor Rev. Michael Spotts.  Lord willing, Chris will be ordained in a special service being planned for Feb. 16.  Please pray for Chris to faithfully proclaim the gospel in his new calling.

With thanksgiving and praise, the consistory of Westside Reformed Church announces that Mr. Matthew Walkenhorst sustained his licensure exam and has been granted a license to exhort in the URCNA. We heartily recommend him to the churches for service.

Rev. James Sinke of Bethel United Reformed Church in Woodstock, Ontario has declined the call to Salem United Reformed Church in Bowmanville, Ontario.

The Council of Emmanuel Reformed Church of Neerlandia, Alberta  wishes to inform the federation that the call extended to Rev John van Eyk  was declined. We wish him the Lord's blessing as he continues his labour of love in Trinity United Reformed Church of Lethbridge.

On behalf of Council

Kevin Tiemstra, Clerk 

Brothers in Christ,

With thanks to the Lord, the Council of Christ Reformed Church in Sioux Falls, SD is pleased to announce that Rev. Benjamin Davenport has accepted our call to serve as Minister of Word and Sacraments. Lord willing, Rev. Davenport will be installed in the spring. Please pray for the Davenports during the upcoming transition and for Bellingham URC as they begin a period of vacancy.

The Council of Salem United Reformed Church in Bowmanville, Ontario would like to inform the churches of our federation that we have extended a call to Rev. James Sinke of Bethel United Reformed Church in Woodstock, Ontario to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments. Please keep Rev. Sinke and his family in prayer as he considers the calls that are before him.

The consistory of Westside Reformed Church (Cincinnati, OH) hereby announces its intention to examine Mr. Matthew Walkenhorst for Licensure in the URCNA. Matt is finishing up his M.Div. at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, having come to firm Reformed convictions and joined our church very late in his studies. We are, of course, providing remedial instruction and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. The examination is scheduled for Thursday, January 12, 2023. We invite other consistories to observe or comment. For information, please contact the clerk of consistory: [email protected].

The Council of Christ Reformed Church in Sioux Falls, SD has extended a call to Rev. Benjamin Davenport of Bellingham URC in Bellingham, WA to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments. Please remember Rev. Davenport and his family in your prayers as he considers this call to serve at Christ Reformed.

Dear Brothers in Christ, 

The Council of the Grace Reformed Church of Dunnville, Ontario, with Thankfulness to the Lord wishes to inform the churches of the Federation of the call extended to Reverend James Sinke of Bethel United Reformed Church of Woodstock, Ontario, to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments. Please keep Reverend Sinke and his family in prayer as he considers the call extended to him, that the Lord would it clear to him where the Lord would have him serve at this time. 

On Behalf of Council

Rick Schotsman 

The Council of Emmanuel Reformed Church of Neerlandia, Alberta with thankfulness to the Lord wishes to inform the federation of a call extended to Rev John van Eyk, to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments. Please keep Rev van Eyk and family in prayer as he considers this call and where the Lord would have him serve.

On behalf of Council

Kevin Tiemstra, Clerk 

The Consistory of Christ Reformed Church of Anaheim, California, wishes to inform the federation that we have extended Dr. Lee Irons’ license to exhort for 1 year, effective November, 19, 2022.

With great joy and thanks to the Lord the council of Trinity United Reformed Church in Caledonia, MI invites you to the ordination service of Jacob London. All are warmly invited to attend this service on Saturday December 3, 2022, at 11:00 am, at Trinity United Reformed Church, 7350 Kalamazoo Ave SE, Caledonia, MI 49316.

Paul Kik - Clerk

With joy and thanksgiving, the Council of the Burlington United Reformed Church wishes to inform you of the Ordination service for Pastor James Ogle which will be held December 2nd, 2022, at 7 p.m. Pastor VanderPol from the Lynden United Reformed Church will officiate the service. We invite all who are able to join us for this joyous occasion.

For Council

Bill Vanderlei, clerk

With thanksgiving and praise, the consistory of Coram Deo Reformation Church (Littleton, CO) announces that Mr. Nicholas Sealy has sustained his licensure exam and has been granted a license to exhort in the URCNA. We heartily recommend him to the churches for service.

It is with great joy that the Council of Trinity United Reformed Church in Caledonia, MI wishes to inform the federation that Jacob London has sustained his ordination exam in the presence of Classis Michigan on November 1, 2022.  Details of Mr. London’s ordination and installation service will be provided in the near future.

It is with joy and thanksgiving, that the Council of the Hills United Reformed Church wishes to inform you of the ordination service for Praveen Phinehas Muthusamy to be held on November 11, 2022 at 7:00 PM. Men who have been close mentors to Praveen, Dr. Cornelis Venema, Rev. Ruben Sernas, and Dr. Marcus Mininger will be leading the service. We invite all, who are able, to join us on this joyous occasion.

For Council

Tood Haak clerk

It is with joy and thanksgiving that the council of Taber URC in Taber Alberta Canada announces the upcoming installation service for our congregation's first minister, Rev. Barry Beukema.  The service will be held on Friday Oct 28, 2022, at 7:30 pm, the Lord willing. Those who wish to send greetings can email them to [email protected].

On behalf of Council,

Ed Van Dellen, Clerk

It is with great thanksgiving to the Lord that the Council of Bethel United Reformed Church of Aylmer announces that Rev. Marty Vogel has accepted the call to take up the work of Pastor and shepherd here in Aylmer. Preparations for his installation are being made. Please pray that the Lord would bless Pastor Vogel during this time of transition and that the Lord would bless his ministry in Aylmer. Please also pray for Covenant Church Wyoming as they begin a period of vacancy.

It is with great joy, that the Consistory of the Taber URC in Taber, Alberta, announces that we have extended a call to Rev. Barry Beukema to be our minister of Word and Sacraments and that he has accepted our call. Rev. Beukema is currently serving with Trinity Reformed Church of Lethbridge, Alberta as the organizing pastor for the Taber URC which is a daughter church of Trinity.   We look forward to the Lord's blessings as our newly formed congregation seeks to work together with our new minister for the glory of our great God!

Due to a mutually agreed upon decision by the Dutton URC Council and Rev. Anup Hiwale, his financial support will no longer come from Dutton URC. Because of this, gifts of support will no longer be forwarded by the Deacons. If you wish to support him please make arrangements with him directly. Thank You.

Dear Brothers in Christ,

The Council of Trinity United Reformed Church of Caledonia, Michigan gives thanksgiving that Mr. Jacob London accepted our call extended to him to be our minister of word and sacrament. Please continue to keep Mr. London and his family in prayer as he prepares for his upcoming Ordination exam and future ministry. Lord willing, Mr. London's installation will be later this year.

Paul Kik

Clerk

With praise and gratitude to God the Council of Hills United Reformed Church, Hills, MN is pleased to announce that Candidate Praveen Phinehas Muthusamy has accepted the call to come and be our minister of Word and Sacrament.

An Ordination service is being planned but the date has not been finalized.

It is with joy and thanksgiving to God that the consistory of Escondido United Reformed Church, CA announces that Mr. Michael Luckmann has sustained his licensure exam and has been granted a license to exhort in the URCNA. We heartily recommend him to the churches for service.

The consistory of Coram Deo Reformation Church (Littleton, CO) hereby announces its intention to examine Mr. Nicolas Sealy for Licensure in the URCNA. Nick is presently a student at Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. The examination is scheduled for Thursday, November 3, 2022. We invite other consistories to observe or comment. For information, please contact the clerk of consistory at [email protected]. 

The Burlington URC rejoices that Pastor James Ogle has accepted the call extended to him to be our Pastor. 

We rejoice greatly that Rev. Stephen Lauer has accepted the call to be Minister of the Word and Sacraments. Rev. Lauer will be installed, the Lord willing, on Friday October 7th at a special installation service beginning at 7:00 P.M.

Both Rev. Allen Vander Pol and Rev. Jonathon Hutchinson, a pastor in the OPC and close friend of Rev. Lauer will be officiating at the installation service.

All are invited to attend!

For the Council,

Wil Postma

The Consistory of Christ Reformed Church (Anaheim, California) wishes to inform the federation that Dr. Charles Lee Irons sustained his candidacy examination in the presence of his Consistory at the meeting of Classis Southwest U.S. on September 13, 2022.

Having received the concurring advice of the Classis delegates, our Consistory is pleased to declare him a candidate for the office of minister of Word and Sacraments.

Dr. Irons may be reached at [email protected]

For the Consistory of Christ Reformed Church,

The Council of Hills URC in Hills, MN with thankfulness to the Lord wishes to inform the federation of a call extended to Mr. Praveen Phinehas Muthusamy, to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments. Please keep Mr. Muthusamy and family in prayer as he considers this call and where the Lord would have him serve.

On Behalf of Council

Todd Haak, Clerk

Rev. Pete Van't Hoff, pastor at Bethel URC of Brockville, ON CA has declined the call to Grace URC of Dunnville, ON CA. Please pray for the vacancies of our federation, that the Lord would provide for them undershepherds of His choosing in due time.

The Consistory of the Community URC, Schererville, Indiana wishes to inform the federation that Mr. Praveen Phinehas Muthusamy sustained his candidacy examination at the recent meeting of Classis Central U.S. Having received the concurring advice of the delegates to that meeting of classis, our Consistory declares him a candidate for the office of minister of the Word and sacrament.  On behalf of the Consistory of Community URC, Schererville, IN  Bruce Aardsma, Clerk of Council

The Consistory of the Immanuel URC, Jordan, Ontario (Canada) wishes to inform the federation that Mr. Steven Huisman sustained his candidacy examination at the recent meeting of Classis Ontario East, in the presence of his Consistory. Having received the concurring advice of the delegates to that meeting of classis, our Consistory is pleased to declare him a candidate for the office of minister of the Word.

On behalf of the Consistory of Immanuel URC, Jordan

Martin Fennema, Clerk of Council

Dear Brothers in Christ,

The Council of Trinity United Reformed Church of Caledonia, Michigan, wishes to inform the churches of the Federation of a call extended to Mr. Jacob London, to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments. Please keep Mr. London and his family in prayer as he considers this call, and that it will be clear to him where the Lord wants him to serve.

On Behalf of the Trinity URC Council,

Paul Kik, Clerk

Trinity URC, Caledonia, Michigan

With thankfulness to God, the consistory of Cornerstone United Reformed Church (London ON), with the concurring advice of Classis Southwestern Ontario, declares Jacob London a candidate for the ministry of the Word and sacraments and eligible for call. Jacob is a graduate of Mid-America Reformed Seminary and we heartily recommend Jacob to the churches of the URCNA.

In His service,

The Consistory of Cornerstone URC

Dear Brothers in Christ,

The Council of the Covenant Reformed Church of Kansas City, Missouri, wishes to inform the churches of the Federation of a call extended to Rev Stephen S. Lauer of the OPC Prebytery of Ohio, to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments. Please keep Reverend Lauer and his family in prayer as he considers the call, that the Lord would make clear to him where the Lord would have him serve.

On Behalf of Council

Ian Harris

Rev. Mitchell Persaud, pastor at New Horizons URC in Scarborough, Ontario has declined the call to Christ Reformed URC in Sioux Falls, SD.

Dear Brothers in Christ, 

The Council of the Grace Reformed Church of Dunnville, Ontario, with Thankfulness to the Lord wishes to inform the churches of the Federation of the call extended to Reverend Peter Van't Hoff of Bethel United Reformed Church in Brockville, Ontario, to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments. Please keep Reverend Van't Hoff and his family in prayer as he considers the call extended to him, that the Lord would it clear to him where the Lord would have him serve at this time. 

On Behalf of Council

Rick Schotsman 

It is with sadness and a heavy heart that the Council has decided to cease the church planting ministry of El Pacto de Gracia in Chicago Heights, Illinois. The shrinking mission field of Spanish-only speakers has been changing to the younger, bi-lingual demographic, which was a major factor in this decision. The number of families devoted and active in El Pacto has declined in the last few years. It was also hit hard by COVID, resulting in an average attendance of 12 members and very few visitors. This reality has made us question whether it is the best use of resources to continue planting a Spanish speaking church with a shrinking need in this region.

We want to express our thanks for the many years of support given to El Pacto De Gracia. We see how God has worked in the lives of this Spanish speaking community and how it has been a blessing for our churches to labor for God’s Kingdom. Though we are sad to make this decision, we trust in God’s perfect plan and rejoice to know that Christ will continue to build His church and make disciples of all nations.

The last service for El Pacto de Gracia will be at Faith URC Beecher on Sunday, September 4th at 5:00pm.

The Council of Faith URC would like to inform that Rev. Ruben Sernas has formally accepted a call from Heritage Presbyterian Church (PCA) located in New Castle, Delaware. The Council then released him from his call to the church plant of El Pacto De Gracia. Rev. Sernas' final service with us will be on Sunday, September 4th.

The Council of Christ Reformed Church in Sioux Falls, SD has extended a call to Rev. Mitchell Persaud of New Horizons URC in Scarborough, ON to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments. Please remember Rev. Persaud and his family in your prayers as he considers this call to serve at Christ Reformed.

It is with joy and thanksgiving to God that the consistory of Christ Reformed Church of Sioux Falls, SD announces that Mr. Kirk Gibbons has sustained his licensure exam and has been granted a license to exhort in the URCNA. We heartily recommend him to the churches for service.

The council of Trinity URC in Visalia, CA is pleased to announce the installation of Rev. Jacques Roets. The service is scheduled for Sunday, August 14 at 9:30am with Rev. Adrian Dieleman, Rev. Mark Vander Hart, and Rev. Joel Weaver leading the service. Those who desire to send greetings can email [email protected]. May God bless Rev. Roets as he begins his new charge alongside Rev. Weaver and among the people of God at Trinity.

Brothers in Christ,

In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 2, the consistory of Christ Reformed Church (Sioux Falls, SD) hereby notifies the churches of the federation that we intend to conduct a licensure exam of Mr. Kirk Gibbons. Mr. Gibbons is a member of Christ Reformed URC and is currently a student at Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Greenville, SC.

Lord willing, the exam will commence at 6:30pm on Monday, July 25th, 2022 at the Christ Reformed Church building. The address is:

400 E 41st St.
Sioux Falls, SD 57105

Please pray for our brother as he prepares for his examination.

For the consistory,

Adam Sturlaugson, Clerk

Redeemer URC (formerly Anchorage Reformed Presbyterian Fellowship), is searching for a full-time minister of the word and sacraments for our small congregation in Anchorage, Alaska.

Our body is made up of an average of thirty regular Sabbath Day attendees. Redeemer is still in the process of joining the URCNA; Under the sponsorship of Lynden URC, we were provisionally received at Classis Pacific Northwest in the Spring of 2022 and, Lord willing, hope to be fully accepted at Synod 2022. Rev. Bernard Van Ee has been ministering faithfully in the church for seven years and has recently retired. God has blessed us with various interns over the years, but our desire is for a full-time pastor.

Our search committee has identified that Redeemer seeks a man well equipped to: preach, teach, counsel, and minister; as well as one who is trained in sound doctrine, solid in his prayer life, motivated to help us grow, and desirous to understand, guide, and work well with this flock and its leaders. We ask for prayer as we earnestly wait for the man God has chosen for us.

Potential applicants are encouraged to declare their interest via email to [email protected] to receive further information; Any leads/suggestions/encouragement from other URCNA members or search committees are also very welcome.

In Christ,

Redeemer URC Consistory, Anchorage AK

Dear Brothers in Christ,

The Council of Parkland URC in Ponoka, Alberta with Thankfullness to the Lord wishes to inform the Federation of its call to Rev. Richard Anjema of Providence Reformed URC in Winnipeg, Manitoba to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments. Please keep Rev. Anjema and his Wife Cher and Children in Prayer as he Prayfully considers the call extended to him. May the Lord bless Rev. Anjema and give him everything that he stands in need of as he prayerfully considers this call to be the Lord's Shepherd to His flock at Parkland URC in Ponoka, AB. 

Brothers in Christ,

The consistory of Christ Reformed, Sioux Falls, SD has renewed the license to exhort of Mr. Joe Hamm for one year. He is currently a student at Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. The consistory commends him to the churches.

For the consistory,

Adam Sturlaugson, Clerk

The Consistory of Fresno URC wishes to inform that Rev. Gary Findley received and accepted the call from Roslyn Presbyterian Church in Roslyn, WA.

Minister's Consistorial Credentials were sent to the receiving Presbytery.

Dear Brothers,

The Consistory of Westside Reformed Church in Cincinnati, Ohio has renewed Mr. Andrew (Drew) Admiraal's license to exhort for one year.  Drew is a student at Westminster Seminary California.  We wholeheartedly commend him to the churches for service.

On behalf of the Consistory,

Rev. Zac Wyse

With joy and thanksgiving to the LORD, the consistory of the Adoration United Reformed Church (Vineland, Ontario), is pleased to announce that Mr. Eric Heida was examined for licensure in accordance with the Guidelines in Appendix 2 of Church Order and that he sustained the exam on May 19, 2022. He has been granted a license to exhort for one year.

Eric will be interning under Rev. Richard Bultje at River of Life in Niagara Falls for the summer before resuming his studies at MARS in the fall. Should you wish to invite Eric to lead worship in your church, he can be reached via phone at (708) 674-8254 or via email at [email protected].

On behalf of the consistory of the Adoration United Reformed Church.

Dear Brothers,

The consistory of Hudson Valley United Reformed church in New Hampton, NY has renewed Mr. David Myhren's license to exhort for one year.  David is a student at Mid-America Reformed Seminary.  We wholeheartedly commend David to the churches for service.  

On behalf of the consistory,

Rev. Kevin Hossink

Dear Brothers,

The consistory of First United Reformed Church of Chino, California, has renewed the license to exhort of Mr. Brennan Kiledjian for one year.  Brennan is a student at Westminster Seminary in California.  We commend him to the service of the churches.

For the consistory,

Rev. Bradd L. Nymeyer

Senior Pastor

The Living Water Reformed Church of Brantford, Ontario has renewed the license to exhort for brother Ben Verdonk.  Ben is a student at Mid-America Reformed Seminary, and is recommended to the churches as a licensed exhorter in the URCNA.

With thanks to the Lord, the Council of Trinity United Reformed Church of Visalia, CA is pleased to announce that Rev. Jacques Roets has accepted our call to serve as Minister of Word and Sacraments alongside Rev. Joel Weaver. Lord willing, Rev. Roets will be installed this summer. 

The Council of Trinity United Reformed Church of Visalia, CA wishes to inform the federation of its call to Rev. Jacques Roets of Redeemer United Reformed Church of St. John, IN to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments alongside Rev. Joel Weaver. May the Lord bless Rev. Roets as he prayerfully considers this call to minister to God's people at Trinity.

Trinity URC Council

Dear Brothers,

The consistory of the First United Reformed Church of Chino rejoices with our brother, Rev. Jeff Munive, who has received and accepted a call to serve the Grace Reformed Church of Antelope Valley (RCUS) in Lancaster, California.  We wish the Lord's blessings on him and his family in this new endeavor.  By accepting this new call, he is no longer a Minister of the Word within the United Reformed Churches.

With joy and thanksgiving to God, the consistory of The Burlington United Reformed Church (Burlington, Washington), announces that Mr. Jeremy Vander Lei was examined for licensure in accordance with the Guidelines in Appendix 2 of Church Order, and sustained the exam on March 29, 2022. He has been granted a license to exhort for one year.

On behalf of the consistory of The Burlington United Reformed Church

Joshua Top; Clerk of the Council

[email protected]

Dear Brothers in Christ,
The Consistory of Community URC (Schererville, IN) has extended Mr. Praveen Muthusamy's license to exhort for another year. Mr. Muthusamy will be graduating from Mid-America Reformed Seminary in May (D.V.) and will then be preparing for his future candidacy exam. We heartily commend him to the churches.
Blessings,
The Consistory of Community URC

It is with great thanks to the Lord that the council of Covenant Reformed Church in Carbondale PA invites you to the installation Service of Pastor Steve Arrick on Sunday May 1^st 2022, at 11:00 AM with Pastor Paul Murphy officiating.   Those wishing to send greetings can email [email protected] Please continue to pray for Pastor Steve and Kathy Arrick as they prepare to minister in Carbondale and that their ministry will be blessed by the Lord.

With thanks to the Lord, the Council of Trinity Reformed Church of Lethbridge, AB is pleased to announce that Rev. Barry Beukema has accepted our call to serve as the organizing pastor of the Word and Sacraments for the Taber, AB daughter church. We praise God for His goodness to us and for his answer to our prayers.

The Council of the URC of Prince Edward Island announces that Rev. Nathan Zekveld has accepted a call outside of our federation to serve as pastor of the Christ Covenant Church of Grande Prairie, Alberta. Trusting the Lord’s leading, Consistory consents to this decision and releases him from his call among us after April 30, 2022.

The Cornerstone United Reformed Church in Hudsonville, Michigan, is seeking to call a full-time associate pastor, to serve alongside and in conjunction with the senior pastor. As an ordained Minister of the Word and Sacraments the associate pastor would be equipped to perform all areas of ministry as needed, including a portion of the preaching responsibilities. If interested please visit cornerstoneurc.com to learn more about the church, and contact the clerk of consistory at ([email protected]), for more information and a complete job description.

Dear Brothers in Christ,

The Consistory of Christ URC (Santee, CA) has extended the license to exhort of Mr. Chris Smith for another year. Mr. Smith is a candidate for the office of minister of the Word, and we heartily commend him to the churches.

Every blessing,
Rev. William C. Godfrey
for the Consistory of Christ URC

Rev. Han Gil Lee of Salem United Reformed Church in Bowmanville, Ontario has been called by Houston Canadian Reformed Church in Houston, British Columbia to serve as their minister.

Rehoboth URC is pleased to announce the upcoming installation of Rev. Veldman. The service is scheduled for April 29th (d.v.) at 7:30pm with Rev. H. Zelveld, Rev. Swets and Dr.DeVisser leading the service. May God add his blessing to this calling for Rev. Veldman as he begins the task for the Minister of Congregational Life.

It is with sincere thanks, and great joy, that we share with you all the news that Candidate Aaron Korvemaker has accepted the call to Redeeming Grace URC in Brantford. God has answered our prayers to fill this much needed role in the life and mission of our church.

The installation date is to be determined.

The Council of Trinity Reformed Church of Lethbridge, AB has extended a call to Rev. Barry Beukema with the intention for him to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments for the Taber, AB daughter church.  May God bless Rev. Beukema as he seeks to discern the Lord’s leading with this call.

The Council of Redeeming Grace URC in Brantford, ON, Canada, with the support of the congregation, has extended a call to Candidate Mr. Aaron Korvemaker to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments.

The Consistory of Redeeming Grace URC Brantford wishes to inform the federation that Mr. Aaron Korvemaker sustained his candidacy examination at the recent meeting of Classis Southwestern Ontario (Canada) in the presence of his Consistory. Having received the concurring advice of the delegates to that meeting of classis, our Consistory is delighted to declare him a candidate for the office of minister of the Word.

For the Consistory of Redeeming Grace

Nate Bosscher, Clerk of Council

In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 2, the consistory of the Adoration United Reformed Church (Vineland, ON) hereby notifies the churches of the federation that we intend to conduct a licensure exam for Mr. Eric Heida on May 19, 2022. 

Eric is a member of Adoration URC and is about to complete his first year of studies at Mid-America Reformed Seminary. Upon sustaining his examination, Eric will be interning under Rev. Richard Bultje at River of Life in Niagra Falls, ON this summer, D.V.

The exam will commence Thursday, May 19, 2022, at 7:30 p.m. (DV) at our regular worship and meeting location: 3327 Menno St. Vineland, ON L0R 2C0.

Consistories are invited to render any observations, questions, or objections by April 19, 2022.

Please join us in praying for this brother as he prepares for his examination.

On behalf of the Consistory of Adoration United Reformed Church

Wilk Wikkerink; Clerk of the Council

[email protected]

With thanks to the Lord, Trinity URC in Caledonia MI is pleased to announce that Jacob London, a 3rd year student at Mid-America Reformed Seminary has accepted an internship position beignning this June.  

With thanks to the Lord, Covenant Reformed Church in Carbondale, PA. is pleased to announce that Rev Steve Arrick has accepted our call to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments. Lord willing, Rev. Arrick will be installed at Carbondale this spring.

The Consistory of Oceanside URC wishes to inform the federation that Mr. Andrew Smyth sustained his candidacy examination at the recent meeting of Classis Southwest U.S. in the presence of his Consistory. Having received the concurring advice of the delegates to that meeting of classis, our Consistory is delighted to declare him a candidate for the office of minister of the Word. 

Mr. Smyth may be reached at (307) 251-0026 and/or [email protected].

For the Consistory of EURC

Danny Miranda, Clerk of Council

It is with sincere thanks, and great joy, that we share with you all the news that Rev. Daniel Ventura has accepted the call for the position of Co-Minister at Ontario URC in California. God has answered our prayers to fill this much needed role in the life and mission of our church. 
This call entails active participation in the ongoing Spanish Language ministry of Ontario URC, El Mesías, which we recently integrated into the full life of our congregation (see note below). Consequently, Rev. Daniel Ventura will be serving alongside Rev. Taylor Kern in both English and in Spanish, as we seek to make disciples of all our local neighbors.

The multi-lingual congregation of Ontario URC is overjoyed that the Ventura family has decided to join us in our mission as a local church to the community around us. We truly feel humbled and greatly blessed by what our Triune God is doing in us and through us by the power of the gospel. Please pray that the Lord of the harvest might grant us plentiful crops of the Spirit's fruit, especially now with Daniel added to our pastoral team. May God continue to strengthen and establish the work of our hands in the service of our worthy King, Jesus the Messiah. 

The Ventura family plans to move to California in late spring to early summer of this year, 2022. The installation date is to be determined.

(For more details related to our integrated ministry model and how you can support us, please refer to our recent update in the Trumpet, or send us an inquiry by e-mail at [email protected]. Also, be on the look out for more news to come as we seek to keep you all updated on our progress in the Lord. Thanks!)

It is with great joy and thankfulness to the Lord for answered prayers in regards to the letter of call extended to Rev. Veldman. He has accepted the call for the position of Minister of Congregational Life  to Rehoboth URC Ancaster. May God continue to guide us with wisdom and strength to work in this sin darkened world. Installation date to be determined.

Phoenix United Reformed Church is actively searching to fill a full time associate pastor position in Phoenix, Arizona. The Associate Pastor would work in harmony with the Senior Pastor and elders, have a firm grasp on the purpose, values and strategy of the consistory, and implement the objectives of the church. As an equally ordained Minister of the Word and Sacraments, he would be well equipped and pleased to perform all areas of ministry, if called upon to do so. In this particular calling, his primary focus is to develop and direct the congregation for effective inward and outward ministry. Tasks would include assisting with teaching and preaching ministries along with pastoral care responsibilities. If interested please contact [email protected]. Learn more about the church at www.phoenixurc.org

Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,

In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 2, the consistory of The Burlington United Reformed Church (Burlington, Washington) hereby notifies the churches of the federation that we intend to conduct a licensure exam of Mr. Jeremy Vander Lei. Mr. Vander Lei is a member of The Burlington URC and is currently studying for his Masters in Divinty at Mid-America Reformed Seminary in Dyer, Indiana.

The exam will commence Tuesday, March 29, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. (DV) at our regular worship and meeting location:

Burlington United Reformed Church

778 N. Burlington Blvd.

Burlington, WA 98233

Consistories are invited to render any observations, questions, and/or objections by Sunday, March 20, 2022.

Please join us in praying for this brother as he prepares for his examination.

On behalf of the consistory of The Burlington United Reformed Church

Joshua Top; Clerk of the Council

[email protected]

The Council of Rehoboth United Reformed Church of Ancaster is announcing its call to Rev. Veldman from Bethel United Reformed Church of Aylmer. This call is for the position of Minister of Congregational Life who will be working with our Pastor Rev. Swets in the Minister of Word and Sacraments. May God add his blessing to this calling for wisdom in the decision placed before Rev. Veldman and for the edification of his Church.

Rehoboth Council

Call Extended.

The Council of the Grace Reformed Church of Dunnville Ontario wishes to inform the federation that it has extended a call to Reverend Todd De Rooy to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments in their midst.  May our heavenly Father bless Rev. De Rooy as he seeks to discern the LORD's leading with this call.

The Consistory of Covenant Reformed Church of Toronto wishes to notify the federation that Mr. Richard Min's license to exhort in the URC has been revoked. We wish our brother well as he is currently working full-time in the private sector. The Consistory would like to thank Richard for his service among us and pray that the Lord will make his path clear as he continues to seek the Lord.

The Consistory of the Lynden United Reformed Church is informing the churches of the federation that Rev. James Ogle will be available for a call beginning June 2022. We wholeheartedly commend him to the churches, and we are praying that the Lord’s will for him be made clear in the coming months. We are eager to see where and how the Lord will use Rev. Ogle in the Kingdom.

His contact information:

Rev. James Ogle
8431 Berthusen Road
Lynden, WA 98264
[email protected]
562.332.3849

In Christ and for His Kingdom,
The Consistory of Lynden URC

Dear Brothers in Christ,

Join us in thanking the Lord for raising up a minister for the harvest field! At the most recent meeting of Classis Eastern U.S., Austin Reifel sustained his ordination exam. In just a few weeks, Lord willing, he will be ordained to the Ministry of Word and Sacrament and installed as a Home Missionary, laboring to plant Indy Reformed Church.

You are warmly invited to attend this joyous service. We will seek to include as many URC elders and ministers in the order of service. Here are all the details:

If you plan to join us, please contact Rev. Robert M Godfrey 

- The Council of Zeltenreich Reformed Church (New Holland, PA)

With joy and thanksgiving, we announce the upcoming installation of Rev Al Bezuyen as the Minister of Word and Sacraments at the Zion United Reformed Church in Sheffield. The installation will commence at 7:30 pm on February 18th with Rev Joel Dykstra officiating. The service will also be available via live stream: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXeWRQWjNpEToN5P0TljGtQ

The Council of Zion United Reformed Church Sheffield

It is with great thanks to the Lord that the council of Covenant Reformed Church in Grande Prairie Alberta invites you to the installation Service of Pastor Keith Giles on Wednesday January 26^th 2022 (D.V.) at 7:30 PM with Pastor Bill Polls officiating.

Those wishing to view the installation live online can do so at our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/CovenantReformedGrandePrairie/

Those needing a place to stay can reach out to Wietse Jagersma – Chair of Consistory at (780) 882-9616. Those wishing to send greetings can email [email protected]

Please continue to pray for Pastor Keith and Anne Giles as they prepare to arrive in Canada on January 13^th that all may go smoothly, and they may be sustained in body and spirit during this time.

It is with great joy and thanks to God that the Council of Covenant United Reformed Church, Pantego, NC announces the ordination service of Scott Wright to be held on December 29, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.  We would like to invite all who are able to attend or to send greetings on behalf of our sister congregations.  Greetings may be sent to Chris Rouse, Clerk via email at [email protected].

The Consistory of Faith Reformed Church of Telkwa wishes to notify the federation that Mr. Ehren Gaebler is no longer licensed to exhort in the URC. We wish our brother well as he continues to seek the Lord. 

Richard Joseph Miller, age 62, was called to his eternal heavenly home on Tuesday, November 16, 2021. He was born on March 3, 1959 in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, to the late Thomas Charles Miller and Marie Josephine Marone. Rick married Maria Jean Korodan in Memphis, MI on August 13, 1983, and they were blessed with 38 years of marriage. A faithful servant of the Lord, Rev. Miller pastored the Cutlerville Independent Reformed Church, Cutlerville, MI; the Dutton United Reformed Church, Dutton, MI; the Bellingham United Reformed Church, Bellingham, WA; and was currently serving the Covenant Reformed Church, Carbondale, PA. Rick was a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and will be dearly missed by his wife, Maria; his daughter and son-in-law, Marie Jean and Jordan Thomas Sweezer; his son, Thomas Charles Miller; his grandchildren, Jordan Thomas Sweezer, Jr., Caleb Joseph Sweezer, and Charles Richard Sweezer; his brother and sister-in-law, Thomas Charles and Kimberly Miller; his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, George and Rosemary Korodan, Theodore and Lori Korodan, Mark and Patty Korodan, Theresa and Steve Strother, and Katherine Korodan; as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Rick was preceded in death by his infant granddaughter, Katherine Grace Sweezer, his brother, Christopher Miller; and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, George and Helen Korodan.

The funeral service, officiated by Rev. Casey Freswick, will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, November 24, at Dutton United Reformed Church, 6950 Hanna Lake Ave. SE. (Live-streaming of the service will be available at www.duttonurc.org). A committal service, officiated by Mark A. Korodan, will follow in Dutton Cemetery. The family will greet visitors prior to the service from 10 - 11 AM, and following the committal during a luncheon at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Divine Hope Reformed Bible Seminary, PO Box 638, DeMotte, IN 46310.

With joy and thanksgiving to God, the consistory of Christ Reformed Church of Anaheim, California, announces that Dr. Charles Lee Irons was examined for licensure in accordance with the Guidelines in Appendix 2 of Church Order and sustained the exam on November 19, 2021. He has been granted a license to exhort for one year.

On behalf of Consistory,

Jeff Tyler Clerk of Council

[email protected]

It is with joy to our heavenly Father that the Burlington United Reformed Church wishes to announce that Pastor Stephen Lauer has accepted the call that was extended to him contingent upon the passing of a colloqium doctum at our next classis meeting

With thanks to the Lord, Zion United Reformed Church in Sheffield ON is pleased to announce that Rev Al Bezuyen has accepted our call to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments. Lord willing, Rev Bezuyen will be installed at Zion in the new year. 

The Consistory of Cornerstone URC (London ON) is pleased to announce that Enoch Chow's license to exhort has been extended for another year until Oct 2022. May the Lord continue to use Enoch's work for the upbuilding of His Kingdom.

The Consistory of Preakness Valley United Reformed Church in Wayne, New Jersey announces to the churches of the URCNA that they have begun a Pastoral Search for the church's next undershepherd of God's choosing. Men seeking more information and consideration are invited to contact the church's Pastoral Search Committee at [email protected] with a letter of introduction, a resume CV or description of their education and experience, and links to recent sermon/worship service samples.

It is with great joy, that the Consistory of Immanuel Covenant Reformed Church in Abbotsford, BC, Canada, announces that we had extended a call to Mr. Aaron Van Der Heiden to be our next minister of the Word and Sacraments, and that he has been led by the Lord to accept our call. Mr. Van Der Heiden recently sustained a Classical examination at Classis Neerlandia in early October. His requirements for an Ordination Exam were cheerfully waived if he accepts a call within our Classis. Please pray for Mr. Van Der Heiden and his wife Karissa, and their children, as they make plans to move to Abbotsford in the New Year upon completion of his current internship and arrival of their new baby. We are grateful that the Lord has sustained us through a difficult time, and we look forward to our Lord's blessings, as our congregation seeks to work together in unity, along with our new minister for the glory of our great God! We continue to seek to follow Proverbs 3: 5-6 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”

The Council of Zion United Reformed Church of Sheffield Ontario wishes to inform the federation that we have extended a call to Rev. Al Bezuyen of  Covenant Reformed Church of Toronto to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments. 

The consistory of the Oceanside URC has scheduled a licensure examination for Westminster Seminary California student Kristian Wassam for December 14. 

It is with great joy, that the Consistory of Covenant URC in Kalamazoo, MI, announces that we have extended a call to Rev. Chris Engelsma to be our minister of Word and Sacrements and that he has accepted our call. Rev. Engelsma is currently ordained in the Reformed Church of America, and as such, will need to sustain a colloquium doctum examination, which is scheduled for December 7, 2021 at CURC in Kalamazoo, MI. Please pray for Rev. Engelsma, and his wife and children, as he prepares for this examination. We are grateful that the Lord has sustained us through a difficult time these past several months, and we look forward to our Lord's blessings as our congregation seeks to work together with our new minister for the glory of our great God!

The consistory of Redeeming Grace Reformed Church of Brantford, ON announces that Aaron Korvemaker has been granted his license to exhort on October 31, 2021 based on the previous license granted by Christ Church, Presbyterian Church in America in Grand Rapids, MI.

Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,

In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 2, the consistory of Christ Reformed Church (Anaheim, California) hereby notifies the churches of the federation that we intend to conduct a licensure exam of Dr. Charles Lee Irons. Dr. Irons is a member of Christ Reformed Church, a graduate of Westminster Seminary California (1996), and has served in prior ordained capacities in the OPC and PCA.

The exam will commence Friday, November 19, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. (DV) at our regular worship and meeting location:

Anaheim Seventh Day Adventist Church

900 S. Sunkist St.

Anaheim, CA 92806

Consistories are invited to render any observations, questions, and/or objections by Sunday, November 7, 2021 (10/26/21: note change in date from original due date of 11/14/21, to allow Consistory time to evaluate and respond.)

Please join us in praying for this brother as he prepares for his examination.

On behalf of the Consistory of Christ Reformed Church,

Jeff Tyler; Clerk of the Council

[email protected]

It is with joy and thanksgiving that we inform you that Rev. Brandon Burks sustained his colloquium doctum examination at the meeting of Classis Eastern U.S. on Wednesday, October 20.

We at Westside Reformed Church (Cincinnati, OH) have called him to serve as our second pastor, and he has accepted. His installation is scheduled for Sunday, October 31 at 10am, 3620 Epley Lane, Cincinnati, with Rev. Timothy Brindle (Olive Street PCA) officiating and Revs. Collin Welch (Madison Reformed Church, URC) and Zac Wyse (Westside Reformed Church, URC) participating.

Join us in giving thanks to the Lord for His provision!

The Council of the Hills United Reformed Church in Hills, MN, with the overwhelming support of the congregation, has extended a call to Mr. Aaron Van Der Heiden to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments in Hills. Our prayer is that the Lord will help Aaron to discern what is the good, and acceptable, and perfect will of God.

Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,

In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 2, the consistory of Christ Reformed Church (Anaheim, California) hereby notifies the churches of the federation that we intend to conduct a licensure exam of Dr. Charles Lee Irons. Dr. Irons is a member of Christ Reformed Church, a graduate of Westminster Seminary California (1996), and has served in prior ordained capacities in the OPC and PCA.

The exam will commence Friday, November 19, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. (DV) at our regular worship and meeting location:

Consistories are invited to render any observations, questions, and/or objections by Sunday, November 14, 2021.

Please join us in praying for this brother as he prepares for his examination.

The Council of Immanuel Covenant Reformed Church in Abbotsford, BC, Canada, with the overwhelming support of the congregation, has extended a call to Candidate Mr. Aaron Van Der Heiden to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments.

Call Extended.

The Council of the Grace Reformed Church of Dunnville Ontario wishes to inform the federation that it has extended a call to br. Aaron Van Der Heiden to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments in their midst.  May our heavenly Father bless Aaron as he seeks to discern the LORD's leading with this call.

We give all praise to the Lord with the announcement that Pastor Keith Giles has accepted the call to serve as minister of the Word and Sacraments at Covenant Reformed Church in Grande Prairie subject and conditional on sustaining his Colloquim Doctum on November 17, 2021 DV

The Council of Covenant Reformed Church (URC) in Grande Prairie, Alberta, with the overwhelming support of the congregation, has extended a provisional call to Rev. Keith Giles of Castlereagh Baptist Church, Belfast Northern Ireland. 

This call is subject and contingent to sustaining a colloquium doctum scheduled DV Nov 17 2021.  We give thanks to the Lord that He has led Rev Giles and our congregation to this day over the last nearly 2 years, and trust His will for the path forward.

October 7, 2021

Candidacy Announcement

The Consistory of Redeemer United Reformed Church wishes to inform the federation that Mr. Aaron van der Heiden sustained his candidacy examination at the last meeting of Classis Western Canada in the presence of his Consistory. Having received the concurring advice of the delegates to that meeting of classis, our Consistory is delighted to declare him a candidate for the office of minister of the Word.

For the Consistory of Redeemer United Reformed Church

Garth Pol

Clerk, Redeemer United Reformed Church

The Consistory of Covenant Reformed Church of Toronto wishes to inform the federation that we have extended Mr. Richard Min’s license to exhort for 1 year, effective Sept. 7, 2021.

Lawrence Simonse, Clerk of Consistory

The Consistory of Escondido URC wishes to inform the federation that Mr. Jeffrey Karel sustained his candidacy examination at the last meeting of Classis Southwest U.S. in the presence of his Consistory. Having received the concurring advice of the delegates to that meeting of classis, our Consistory is delighted to declare him a candidate for the office of minister of the Word. 

For the Consistory of EURC

James Lund, Clerk of Council

The Consistory of Escondido URC wishes to inform the federation that Mr. Austin Reifel sustained his candidacy examination at the last meeting of Classis Southwest U.S. in the presence of his Consistory. Having received the concurring advice of the delegates to that meeting of classis, our Consistory is delighted to declare him a candidate for the office of minister of the Word. 

For the Consistory of EURC

James Lund, Clerk of Council

The Consistory of Christ URC (Santee, CA) wishes to inform the federation that Mr. Christopher Smith sustained his candidacy examination at the last meeting of Classis Southwest U.S. in the presence of his Consistory. Having received the concurring advice of the delegates to that meeting of classis, our Consistory is delighted to declare him a candidate for the office of minister of the Word. May the Lord Jesus Christ use our brother to strengthen and increase His Church.

For the Consistory of CURC,

Rev. William C. Godfrey

Rev. Angelo Contreras of Zion URC in Ripon, CA has accepted the call to serve as Minister of Word and Sacraments and Pastor of Congregational Life for Escondido United Reformed Church in Escondido, CA.

The congregation of Phoenix United Reformed Church has unanimously approved motion to formally assign Rev. Michael Spotts as the Senior Pastor.  There is a plan to search for and call a 2nd Minister of the Word.

The Council of Escondido United Reformed Church in Escondido, CA, with the overwhelming support of the congregation, has extended a call to Rev. Angelo Contreras of Zion URC in Ripon, CA to serve as Minister of Word and Sacraments and Pastor of Congregational Life.

Reverend Phil Grotenhuis has accepted a call to serve as Pastor for Pathway Christian Church in Abbotsford, BC.  Pathway Christian Church is affiliated with the Canadian Reformed Church.   The Council of Phoenix United Reformed Church affirmed and supports this change for Rev Grotenhuis.  We will continue in prayer for the work he is doing.  Rev Grotenhuis and his wife were able to relocate into British Columbia in mid August.

The council of Trinity Reformed Church (URCNA) of Lethbridge, Alberta is seeking pulpit supply for a new daughter church it is establishing in Taber, Alberta. Taber is a full service town of 8700 people located 35 mins east of Lethbridge in southern Alberta, Canada. The core group for the new Taber church consists of 15 families (50 souls) who currently attend TRC in Lethbridge. Services in Taber are scheduled to start in the fall. 

The Interim Pastor/Church Planter will be responsible for preaching two services each Lord’s day and for the day to day shepherding of the Taber flock. Other aspects of the ministry such as church education, community outreach and evangelism will also be key elements of the role. The ideal candidate(s) would have a heart of love for Christ and His people, be an ordained minister of the Word, or a ministerial candidate, and be committed to the Reformed faith as expressed in the Three Forms of Unity.  A zeal for church planting and evangelism would be an asset. 

Ideally, TRC would like to find a candidate who can commit to the role for at least 1 year as we start the Taber church and take it through its first year. However, we are very open to candidates who might only be able to serve for shorter terms of 3 to 4 months during the first year. If you are interested or if you would like more information, please contact our Taber church steering committee via email at [email protected]

The Council of Covenant Reformed Church invites you to the installation service for Rev. Greg Lubbers.  The service will be held August 8, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. at Covenant Reformed Church, 2805 Fifield Road, Pella, IA.

The Consistory of the Oceanside URC has extended the license to exhort for Andrew Smyth. This was done in Consistory on May 4, 2021.

The Consistory of Christ United Reformed Church (Santee, CA) wishes to inform the federation that we have extended Mr. Chris Smith's license to exhort through June 30, 2022. We whole-heartedly commend our brother to the churches.

Sincerely,
Rev. William C. Godfrey
for the Consistory of CURC

In gratitude to God for the nearly 24 years of faithful service to the Lord through this congregation, and 43 years overall, the council of Trinity United Reformed Church of Visalia, CA informs the churches that, at his request, and after receiving concurring advice from the Consistory of Covenant URC of Fresno on May 4, 2021 (as Classis PNW did not meet in March of 2021), Rev. Adrian Dieleman has been granted emeritus ministerial status effective June 30, 2021. Adrian and Ruth will remain in Visalia and as members of the congregation. We pray that God will bless and keep them as they begin this new season of life and ministry.

The Consistory of the Escondido United Reformed Church is pleased to announce that Jeffrey Karel was granted a license to exhort for one year, effective July 1, 2021. We wholeheartedly recommend him to the federation. Mr. Karel can be reached at [email protected]. 

It is with joy and thanksgiving to God that the Consistory of Grace United Reformed Church of Portland, OR announces that Mr. Josh Feil sustained his licensure exam on June 27, 2021. Mr. Feil has been granted a license to exhort in the URCNA for one year. We heartily recommend him to the service of the churches.

(Corrected)

It is with joy and thanksgiving to God that the consistory of Christ Reformed Church of Sioux Falls, SD announces that Mr. Joe Hamm has sustained his licensure exam and has been granted a license to exhort in the URCNA. We heartily recommend him to the churches for service.

It is with great joy that the Consistory of Westside Reformed Church of Cincinnati, OH announces that Andrew Admiraal sustained his licensure exam on June 13, 2021, and has been granted a license to exhort in the URCNA. We heartily recommend him to the churches for service.

The Council of the Hills United Reformed Church wishes to inform the churches that at his request and after receiving concurring advice at the March meeting of Classis Central US, Rev. Alan Camarigg has been granted emeritus status effective May 31^st 2021. We praise God for the 30 years of combined ministry that Rev. Camarigg provided in Hills and in Lynden, WA. We pray for God’s blessing on Alan and Wanda as they retire in Washington and begin this new phase of ministry.

The Consistory of Communty United Reformed Church (Schererville IN) wishes to announce that the license to exhort of Mr. Praveen Muthusamy has been renewed for one year, effective June 3, 2021. We wholeheartedly recommend him to the federation. Mr. Muthusamy can be reached at [email protected]

The Council of Community United Reformed Church invites you to the installation service for Rev. David Klompien. The service will be held June 18, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. at Community United Reformed Church, 8405 Alexander Street, Schererville, IN.

It is with thankfulness to the Lord that the Consistory of the Immanuel URC of Jordan, Ontario announces that it has renewed the license to exhort of Mr. Steven Huisman for another year through June 23, 2022. May the Lord be pleased to use brother Huisman's work for the upbuilding of His Kingdom.

It is with great joy that the consistory of Redeeming Grace Reformed Church of Brantford, ON announces that Samuel Verdonk sustained his licensure exam on May 26, 2021, and has been granted a license to exhort in the URCNA. We heartily recommend him to the churches for service.

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the URCNA Church Order, the Consistory of Grace URC in Portland, OR hereby notifies the churches of the federation that we intend to conduct a licensure examination of Mr. Josh Feil on Sunday, June 27, 2021 at 11:15am. Josh is a graduate of Westminster Seminary California and an elder of our congregation. Please pray for our brother as he prepares for his examination.

Adrian Dieleman

Clerk, Classis PNW for the Grace consistory

It is with great joy that the consistory of Hudson Valley URC of New Hampton, NY announces that Mr. David Myhren sustained his licensure exam on May 17, 2021, and has been granted a license to exhort in the URCNA. We heartily recommend him to the churches for service. 

It is with great joy that the consistory of Faith United Reformed Church of Telkwa announces that Mr. Matthew VanderWoerd sustained his licensure exam on May 15, 2021, and has been granted a license to exhort in the URCNA. We heartily recommend him to the churches for service. 

It is with great joy that the consistory of Faith United Reformed Church of Telkwa announces that Mr. Michael Wall sustained his licensure exam on May 15, 2021, and has been granted a license to exhort in the URCNA. We heartily recommend him to the churches for service. 

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the URCNA Church Order, the Consistory of Westside Reformed Church in Cincinnati, OH hereby notifies the churches of the federation that we intend to conduct a licensure examination of Mr. Andrew (Drew) Admiraal on Sunday, June 13, 2021 at 1:00pm. Drew is a student at Westminster Seminary California and is finishing his first year. Please pray for our brother as he prepares for his examination.

It is with great joy that the consistory of First United Reformed Church of Chino, California, announces that Mr. Brennan Kiledjian successfully completed his licensure exam on May 1, 2021.  We heartily recommend him to the churches for service.

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the URCNA Church Order, the consistory of Christ Reformed Church in Sioux Falls, SD hereby notifies the churches of the federation that we intend to conduct a licensure examination of Mr. Joe Hamm on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at 6:00PM. Joe is a student at Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. Please pray for our brother as he prepares for his examination.

On April 6th, the consistory of the Oceanside URC voted to schedule a licensure examination for Westminster Seminary California student Gavin Poe. This exam will take place on June 1st. 

The Consistory of Pompton Plains Reformed Bible Church (Pompton Plains, NJ) would like to remind the churches of URCNA that Rev. Steve Arrick is available for a call as a Minister of the Word and Sacraments. Rev Arrick could also assist with pulpit supply as needed. Rev. Arrick and his wife are currently living in Virginia, serving together at a Christian School. Please feel free to contact Rev. Arrick directly at [email protected] or the Clerk of PPRBC, John Raudenbush ([email protected]).

In His service,
The Consistory of PPRBC

It is with joy that the elders of Covenant Reformed Church, Kansas City are able to announce that Antoine Theron has fulfilled all the requirements according to the Guidelines for a Licensure Exam according to Appendix 2 of the URCNA Church Order.

The exam was conducted on April 24, 2021, and all the elders were present. Several in the congregation witnessed the proceedings as well.

For the Consistory,

Wil Postma

It is with rejoicing and thanksgiving that the Consistory of Redeemer United Reformed Church of St. John, IN would like to announce that Mr. Jae Kim has sustained his licensure examination and has been granted a License to Exhort in the URCNA.

With thanks to the Lord, Covenant Reformed Church in Pella, IA is pleased to announce that Rev. Greg Lubbers has accepted our call to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments. Lord willing, Rev. Lubbers will be installed at Covenant sometime in August of this year.

In gratitude for his over 25 years of faithful service to God through this congregation, the council of Christ Reformed Church in Anaheim, California, unanimously approved the request of Rev. Dr. Kim Riddlebarger for "Emeritus" ministerial status on December 7, 2020, to be effective January 1, 2021, following his retirement on December 31, 2020, and pending concurring advice of Classis. Having received the concurring advice of Classis Southwest United States in the affirmative on March 16, 2021, "Emeritus" ministerial status was unanimously granted in council on April 5, 2021.

We pray God’s blessings on Kim and his wife, Micki, and that they may enjoy many happy and well-earned years of retirement.

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order, the Consistory of Hudson Valley United Reformed Church of New Hampton, NY, wishes to notify the churches of our intention to conduct a licensure exam of Mr. David Myhren, on Monday, May 18 at 7:30 p.m.  

Mr. David Myhren is a member of our congregation, currently completing his first year at Mid-America Reformed Seminary.  Please joins us in praying for this brother as he prepares.  

The Council of Covenant Reformed Church (URC) in Pella, IA, with the overwhelming support of the congregation, has extended a call to Rev. Greg Lubbers of Covenant URC in Byron Center, MI to serve as Minister of Word and Sacraments. 

The council of Christ United Reformed Church (Santee, CA) is pleased to announce that Rev. Chuck Tedrick has accepted our call to serve as an associate Minister of the Word and Sacraments serving (on loan) as the Dean of Students at Westminster Seminary California. Lord willing, we hope to install Rev. Tedrick on Sunday morning, April 25.

Sincerely,
Rev. William C. Godfrey
For the council of CURC 

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order, the Consistory of Faith United Reformed Church of Telkwa, BC, wishes to notify the churches of our intention to conduct a licensure exam of Mr. Matthew VanderWoerd, on Saturday, May 15, at 4:00 PM (PDT)

Mr. VanderWoerd is a member of our congregation, currently completing his first year at MARS. Please join us in praying for this brother as he prepares. 

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order, the Consistory of Faith United Reformed Church of Telkwa, BC, wishes to notify the churches of our intention to conduct a licensure exam of Mr. Michael Wall on Saturday, May 15, at 2:00 PM (PDT). 

Mr. Wall is a member of our congregation, currently completing his first year at MARS. Please join us in praying for this brother as he prepares. 

The Council of Pasadena URC invites you to the installation service of Rev. Adam Kaloostian for the Ventura, California mission.

The service is scheduled for Sunday, April 18, 2021, at 11:10am, at Oneanta Congregational Church, 1515 Garfield Ave., South Pasadena, California, 91030.

All are welcome.

It is with thanks to God that Covenant United Reformed Church of Pantego, NC announces that Candidate Scott Wright has accepted our call to be Minister of the Word and Sacraments.  His ordination service will be scheduled at a later time.  Please keep our church and Scott in your prayers as we are waiting on his immigration paperwork to be completed by the U.S. government.

After 100 plus years, Rev. Frank Einfeld was promoted to his heavenly home on Sunday evening, March 28th. While the family is grieving over this loss, they take great comfort in knowing that Frank is in heaven and with Jesus. 

It is the pleasure of the council of Covenant United Reformed Church of Pantego, NC, along with the support of our congregation, to extend a call to Candidate Scott Wright to be Minister of the Word and Sacraments at Covenant URC.

With thankfulness to God, the consistory of Cornerstone United Reformed Church (London ON), with the concurring advice of Classis Southwestern Ontario, declares Scott Wright a candidate for the ministry of the Word and sacrament and eligible for call. Scott is a graduate of Mid-America Reformed Seminary.  Our consistory is grateful to see God's work in Scott's life, for his growth in the gospel and for growth in the gifts given to him for ministry.  We heartily recommend Scottie to the churches of the URCNA.

In His service,

The Consistory of Cornerstone URC

Dear fathers and brothers,

Join us in thanking the Lord for raising up a minister for the harvest field! At the most recent meeting of Classis Eastern U.S., Collin Welch sustained his ordination exam. In just a few weeks, Lord willing, he will be ordained to the Ministry of Word and Sacrament and installed as a Home Missionary, laboring to plant Madison Reformed Church.

You are also warmly invited to attend this joyous occasion. Where possible, we will include URC elders and ministers in the order of service, and ministers will be invited to join in the laying of hands. Here are the details:

- The Council of Westside Reformed Church (Cincinnati)

It is the pleasure of the Council of Faith United Refomed Church of Beecher, IL., along with the support of our congregation, to extend a call to Mr. Nathan Voss to be Minister of the Word and Sacraments at Faith URC.

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order, the consistory of First United Reformed Church of Chino, California, hereby publically announces our intention to examine Mr. Brennan Kiledjian for licensure on Saturday, May 1 at 9:00 a.m.

Mr. Kiledjian is an M.Div. student at Westminster Seminary in California.

Consistories are invited to render their observations and/or objections.

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order, Covenant Reformed Church of Kansas City wishes to inform the federation that we have scheduled a licensure exam for Mr. Antoine Theron for Saturday, April 24 at 10 a.m. Mr. Theron is an M.DIV. graduate of Puritan Reformed Seminary in Grand Rapids, MI. He also received his Master of Theology in Old Testament from PRTS. and has his doctorate in Historical Theology. He and his family have recently joined our church.

The churches are welcome to observe, and we covet your prayers as our brother prepares for his examination.

Dear Brothers in our Lord Jesus Christ

The Consistory of Faith United Reformed Church of Beecher, IL., is pleased to announce that Mr. Nathan Voss has sustained his candidacy examination at the Classis Central US meeting held on March 15-16.Our Consistory has seen God's work in preparing our brother and we heartily commend him as a candidate to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments in His Church.

In His service,

The Consistory of Faith URC

With thanks to the Lord, Community United Reformed Church, Schererville, IN is pleased to announce that Rev. David Klompien has accepted the call to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments.

In Accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order, the consistory of Redeemer United Reformed Church in St. John, IN hereby notifies the churches of the federation that it will be conducting a licensure examination of Mr. Jae Kim on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 8:00PM. Jae is a student at Mid-America Reformed Seminary. Please pray for our brother as he prepares for his examination.

The council of Burlington United Reformed Church (Burlington, WA) wishes to inform the churches that they are vacant as Rev. Mark Stewart has been granted a leave of absence and has moved to Burlington, Ontario. May the Lord bestow His blessing upon Rev. Stewart as he enters a new phase of ministry.

The Consistory of Christ Reformed Church of Sioux Falls commends to you Rev. Joshua Christoffels, who is a minister looking for a call into the United Reformed Churches in North America from the CRC, Classis Minnkota. Rev. Christoffels holds a Master of Divinity from Westminster Seminary California (2014) and has been serving as a minister since 2015.

He has an information packet available and can be contacted via email at [email protected] or by phone at (507) 329-1258.

With joy, and with gratitude to our Heavenly Father, also with excitement for the opportunity to support the work of evangelism and missions, the Council of Pasadena United Reformed Church in South Pasadena, California is pleased to announce that with the approbation of our congregation, we have extended a call to Rev. Adam Kaloostian to the ministry of church-planting in Ventura, California. Rev. Kaloostian has accepted this call, and, Lord-willing, he will be installed on Sunday, April 18, 2021, at Pasadena URC.

With great joy and thanksgiving, the Consistory of Covenant Reformed Church of Toronto wishes to announce that José Ramirez has sustained his licensure exam and has been granted licence to exhort in the URCNA. February 27, 2021.

Lawrence Simonse Corresponding Clerk

Thank you Rev. Barry Beukema on considering the call to Convenat Reformed Church of Grande Prairie, Alberta.  Rev. Beukema did not accept and will continue his ministry of the Word and Sacraments in Neerlandia, Alberta.  May the Lord continue to bless the work there.  The congregation of Covenant Reformed Church continue to pray to the Lord that he will, in his time, provide a pastor for this congregation and a worker in the field of outreach and mission so needed in the larger community of Grande Prairie.

Messiah's Reformed Fellowship (New York, NY) announces the Ordination Service of Mr. Daniel Ragusa scheduled for Saturday, March 20, 2021 at 4:00 pm., meeting at 277 Park Ave South (and E. 21st St.) New York, NY 10010. Mr. Daniel Ragusa will be serving at Messiah's Reformed Fellowship as a Minister of Word and Sacrament. Participating are Profs. Alan Strange, Mark VanderHart, and Rev. Andrew Eenigenburg.

Dayspring Reformed Church (Boise, Idaho) announces the Ordination Service of Mr. Matt Marino scheduled for Sunday evening, March 7, 2021 at 6:00 pm., meeting at 3102 Palouse St. Boise, Idaho 83705. Mr. Matt Marino will be serving at Dayspring Reformed Church as an Associate Minister of Word and Sacrament.

The Council of Community United Reformed Church, Schererville, IN, with the support of the congregation, has extended a call to Rev. David Klompien, Preakness Valley URC,  as Minister of the Word and Sacraments.

Rev. Joel Vander Kooi has declined the call that was extended to him by the Barrhead Canadian Reformed Church in Barrhead, Alberta, Canada. We pray that God will give the Barrhead Congregation guidance as they continue their search for a faithful pastor to shepherd them.

The Consistory of Cornerstone URC (London ON) is pleased to announce that Jacob London's license to exhort has been extended for another year until January 2022. Jacob is attendng Mid-America Reformed Seminary.  He and his wife Lisa were blessed with the birth of their second child and first daughter Elizabeth Faith (Jan 3, 2021).  See the Licensed Exhorters page on the URCNA.org website for Jacob's contact information.

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order, the consistory of Covenant Reformed Church of Toronto, Ontario wishes to notify the churches of our intention to conduct a licensure examination of Mr. José Ramirez on Feb. 27 at 9:30 AM.

Provincial regulations due to COVID may limit the number of attendees at the time of examination but we also intend to live stream the examination via a link that will be forthcoming. If there are any questions you would like us to include in our examination, please forward them to the clerk of consistory noted below so we can aim to include them.

Mr. Ramirez began work in MINTS International Seminary in 2010 as the El Salvador Coordinator. Currently, José is an Associate Dean in MINTS for Central America and Cuba. He is also developing the MINTS study program in Toronto, Canada and is a member of Covenant Reformed Church of Toronto.

Please join us in praying for this brother as he prepares for the examination.

The Barrhead Canadian Reformed Church of Barrhead, Alberta, Canada has extended a call to Rev. Joel Vander Kooi currently serving the Rock Valley United Reformed Church in Rock Valley, IA.

By the Grace of God, with the overwhelming support of the congregation, the council of Covenant Reformed Church of Grande Prairie has extended a call to Rev Barry Beukema as Minster of the Word and Sacraments.

With great joy and thanks to our heavenly Father, giver of all good gifts, the Council of Westside Reformed Church (Cincinnati, Ohio), with the full approbation of the congregation, announces a call extended to and accepted by Candidate Collin Welch. This is a call to serve as our Home Missionary to Madison, Indiana, where he would serve as Minister of Word and Sacrament, laboring to plant Madison Reformed Church. Mr. Welch will undergo his Ordination Exam at the next meeting of Classis Eastern U.S. on March 5, Lord willing.

The Council of Westside Reformed Church

Cincinnati, Ohio

Dayspring Reformed Church (Boise, Idaho) Consistory/Council with full approbation of the congregation is pleased to announce a call extended and accepted by Mr. Matt Marino to join us in gospel labors as an Associate Minister of Word and Sacrament. Mr. Matt Marino sustained a candidacy exam at Classis Pacific Northwest, March 10, 2020. Covid-19 delayed this anticipated call and we are delighted in God's providence to report it now. We look forward to announcing his upcoming ordination service. 

Mr. Daniel Ragusa has accepted the call to labor at Messiah's Reformed Fellowship in New York City. We give thanks to the Chief Sheperd who leads and feeds His sheep for His provision of a man to guide the saints here to holiness and Heaven. We rejoice in this milestone event in the life of our congregation. Stay tuned for upcoming news of Mr. Ragusa's ordination.

Mr. Daniel Ragusa has declined the call to Community United Reformed Church in Schererville, IN. We pray that the Lord will bless Daniel as he seeks to follow the Lord's path for his life and ministry.

It is with much rejoicing and praise to our Heavenly Father that Calvary United Reformed Church announces that we have extended a call to Rev. Brian Vos, and he has accepted this call to the Ministry of Word and Sacraments.  

Council of Calvary URC
Loveland, Colorado

On December 1, 2020, the Council of the Escondido URC granted emeritation to Rev. Stephen Donovan. We do so due to medical reasons. He has faithfully served our congregation in ministry for over 19 years. We are grateful for his service to the Lord and for his ministry to the churches.

James Lund, Clerk of Council

The Council of Messiah’s Reformed Fellowship (New York City), with the approbation of the congregation, has extended a call to Mr. Dan Ragusa to labor with us as assistant pastor and eventual successor.

Thank you Rev. Joel Dykstra on considering the call to Parkland Reformed Church of Ponoka.  Rev. Joel Dykstra did not accept and will continue his ministry of the Word and Sacraments in Wellandport ON.

On November 5, 2020, Candidate Daniel Hamstra sustained his ordination examination and was declared a minister of the Word and Sacraments in the United Reformed Churches, having previously accepted a call to the Trinity URC in St. Catharines. The ordination service is scheduled for Friday evening, December 5th, 2020, 7:30 pm to be held in the sanctuary of Wellandport URC.

From the Clerk of Trinity URC.

CORRECTION:

Trinity United Reformed Church of St. Catharines, Vacant (905) 935-8322
Posted 11/29/20
06:13 PM CST

The ordination service is on Friday, December 4, not December 5 as posted above.

The council of Trinity Reformed Church of Lethbridge wishes to inform the churches that upon his request, Rev. Thomas Albaugh has been granted emeritus status as of June 30, 2020, after the concurring advice our council received at the September Classis Western Canada meeting. Not only are we grateful for the 3 years of service the Lord has given Rev. Thomas Albaugh to minister to Trinity as Pastor of Congregational Life, but also for the 25 years of ministry he has provided to various Reformed and Presbyterian churches. May the Lord bestow His blessing upon His servant as he enters a new phase of ministry.

Trinity Reformed Church of Lethbridge, Alberta is prayerfully seeking a Full-Time Pastor of Congregational Life to serve alongside our Senior Pastor under the guidance of the Consistory in shepherding God’s flock. The Pastor of Congregational Life will direct his attention to the counselling needs of the congregation in addition to preaching approximately 25% of the Lord’s days. Other aspects of the ministry, such as visitation and education, will be shared with our Senior Pastor. The ideal candidate would have a heart of love for Christ and his people, be an ordained minister of the Word, or ministerial candidate, and be committed to the Reformed faith as expressed in the Three Forms of Unity. Training in Biblical Counselling would be an asset.

Expressions of interest along with a CV can be emailed in confidence to [email protected]. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

The Consistory of Faith United Reformed Church in Beecher, IL. announces with gladness that Mr. Nathan Voss has sustained his licensure examination and has been granted his license to exhort in the URCNA effective October 28th, 2020. He will be serving as Faith's stated pulpit supply.

On behalf of the Consistory of Faith United Reformed Church

Warren Siebert/Clerk

With the permission of his consistory and concurring advice from classis, Rev. Lou Slagter was granted emeritus status effective Oct 31, 2020.  A congregational farewell was held for Rev Slagter after our morning service on Oct 25.  Rev. Slagter has moved to Calgary for his retirement years to be with family and hopes to continue to serve the Lords Church any form that he is able. We are grateful for the years the Lord has given Rev. Slagter to pastor not only our congregation but as well as the church of Smithers, B.C. May the Lord bestow His blessing upon His servant as he enters a new phase of ministry.

The Council of Community United Reformed Church, Schererville, IN, with the support of the congregation, has extended a call to candidate Mr. Daniel Ragusa as Minister of the Word and Sacraments.

The Council of Parkland Reformed Church of Ponoka Alberta Canada with 95% support from the congregation have extended a call to Rev. Joel Dykstra as Minister of the Word and Sacraments.  

With joy and thanksgiving, we announce the upcoming ordination and installation of Candidate Justin Nobel as the Minister of Word and Sacraments at Pompton Plains Reformed Bible Church on Friday, November 13 at 7:30 pm. Given the current limitations for public gatherings, we cordially invite you to join us via PPRBC's channel on YouTube, where the service will be livestreamed. The link is:  www.youtube.com/pprbc

It is with much joy and praise to our Heavenly Father that the Lynden URC announces that Mr. Caleb Janson will be ordained to the Ministry of Word and Sacraments and installed as our Church Planting Pastor in Gig Harbor, Washington. The ordination and installation service will be conducted, Lord willing, on Saturday, November 14, 2020 at 2:00pm at Lighthouse Christian School which is located at 3008 36^th St. NW in Gig Harbor, WA.

We request that all guests wear a mask and practice social distancing while indoors.

CALL ACCEPTED: With thanks to the Lord for His provision of an undershepherd, Trinity URC of St. Catharines is pleased to announce that Candidate Daniel Hamstra has accepted the call to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments, following the completion of his ordination examination at Classis Ontario East on November 5, 2020.

Rev. Greg Lubbers has declined the call from Covenant Reformed Church in Pella, IA. We pray that the LORD would continue to bless him as he continues to labor in Byron Center, MI; and we pray that Christ, the King of the Church, will provide a man of God’s own choosing to serve as our next pastor in His good timing.

It is with much rejoicing and praise to our Heavenly Father that the United Reformed Church of Lynden (WA) announces that we have extended a call to Candidate Caleb Janson, and he has accepted that call to the Ministry of Word and Sacraments with the special calling to be our Church Planting Pastor in Gig Harbor, WA. Mr. Janson will undergo his Ordination Exam at the next meeting of Classis Pacific Northwest, Lord willing.

“…entrust [what you have heard from me] to faithful men who will be able to teach others also” (2 Tim 2:2).

Council of the URC of Lynden
Lynden, WA

Licensure Exam

Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order, the Consistory of Faith United Reformed Church in Beecher, IL., wishes to notify the churches of our intention to conduct a licensure exam of Mr. Nathan Voss on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at 7:00 PM. Please join us in praying for this brother as he prepares.   

In His service,

Warren Siebert - Clerk for the consistory of Faith URC in Beecher, IL.

It is with great joy and thanksgiving to the Lord that the council of Grace Reformed Church of Leduc, Alberta announces the Ordination Service for Mr. Tad Groenendyk as Minister of The Word and Sacraments. Lord willing, the service will be held on Friday, October 16, 2020 at 7:30 pm at Grace Reformed Church, 49445, RR 255 Leduc, Alberta. The Ordination Service will be led by Rev. Keith Davis of Bethel URC in Calgary, AB and the charge will be given by Rev. Robert Van der Woerd of Redeemer URC in Lacombe, AB. The service can also be live-streamed via our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyPpcUdH0umE3OHfbYF6l0Q

If you would like to send a word of greeting or encouragement to be read at the service, please email your response to [email protected] prior to October 9, 2020.

If you are planning to attend, please RSVP prior to October 9th, as per COVID restrictions, we have limited seating available. RSVP's can be sent to the email address above.

The Council of Covenant Reformed Church in Pella, IA, with the overwhelming support of the congregation, has extended a call to Rev. Greg Lubbers of Covenant URC in Byron Center to serve as Minister of Word and Sacraments.

Dear fathers & brothers in Jesus Christ,

The Consistory of Oceanside United Reformed Church (Carlsbad/Oceanside, CA) is overjoyed to announce that Mr. Collin Welch sustained his candidacy exam at the most recent meeting of Classis Southwest U.S. He is hereby declared a candidate for the office of minister to the Word. We thank and praise God that he continues to shower gifts on his church! We pray he grants Collin a call to labor faithfully in the Lord'is vineyard. We enthusiastically recommend Collin to the churches.

Sincerely in Christ,

Rev. Danny Hyde
for the Consistory of Oceanside United Reformed Church

Dear fathers & brothers in Jesus Christ,

The Consistory of Oceanside United Reformed Church (Carlsbad/Oceanside, CA) is overjoyed to announce that Mr. Caleb Janson sustained his candidacy exam at the most recent meeting of Classis Southwest U.S. He is hereby declared a candidate for the office of minister to the Word. We thank and praise God that he continues to shower gifts on his church! We pray he grants Caleb a call to labor faithfully in the Lord'is vineyard. We enthusiastically recommend Caleb to the churches.

Sincerely in Christ,

Rev. Danny Hyde
for the Consistory of Oceanside United Reformed Church

It is with joy and gratitude to our Lord that the council of Walker United Reformed Church announces that, Lord willing, the installation service for Dr. Sacha Walicord to the office of Minister of the Word and Sacraments will take place on Thursday, September 17, 2020, at 7:00pm at Walker URC. Rev. John Vermeer will be preaching, Rev. Greg Lubbers will give the charge to the pastor and Rev. James Admiraal will give the charge to the congregation.

It is with joy and gratitude to our Heavenly Father that the council of Walker United Reformed Church in Walker (Grand Rapids), Michigan, announces that Dr. Sacha Walicord, having sustained the colloquium doctum conducted by classis Michigan on August 18, 2020, has accepted our call to the office of Minister of the Word and Sacraments at Walker URC. Dr. Walicord's installation is tentatively scheduled to take place on September 17, 2020, D.V.

Christ URC (Santee, CA) rejoices to announce that Mr. Daniel Cortez has accepted our call to serve as an associate minister of the Word and Sacraments for the particular task of chaplaincy in the United States Air Force. Lord willing, we hope to ordain him this Sunday, August 16 at 9:30 a.m.

Please join us in thanking God for providing another laborer for the harvest in answer to our prayers.

Sincerely yours in Christ,
Rev. William C. Godfrey
for the Council of Christ URC 

Dear Brethren,

Christ URC (Santee, CA) has extended a call to Mr. Daniel Cortez to serve our church as an associate minister of the Word and Sacraments for the particular task of chaplaincy in the United States Air Force. Please join us in praying for Mr. Cortez that the Lord would give him clarity and peace as he seeks to discern the Lord's calling for him and his family. 

Sincerely yours in Christ,
Rev. William C. Godfrey
for the Council of Christ URC 

It is with joy and gratitude to our Heavenly Father that the council of Walker United Reformed Church in Walker (Grand Rapids), Michigan, announces that Dr. Sacha Walicord has accepted our provisional call to the office of Minister of the Word and Sacraments at Walker URC. Dr. Walicord's credentials are with the Presbyterian Church of America and a colloquium doctum will be conducted on August 18, 2020, at 6:00pm, by classis Michigan at Walker URC, D.V.

The Consistory of Cornerstone URC (London ON) is pleased to announce that Enoch Chow's license to exhort has been extended for another year until July 2021. Enoch served an internship at Bethel URC (Woodstock) this summer and will be entering his final year at Westminster Seminary (Philadelphia) in the fall.  Enoch and his fiancee Liz expect to be married later this summer.  See the Licensed Exhorters page on the URCNA.org website for Enoch's contact information.

The Consistory of Escondido United Reformed Church wishes to notify the federation that Mr. Caleb Castro's license to exhort will expire August 1, 2020. 

On behalf of the Consistory of Escondido URC
James Lund - Clerk

The Consistory of Escondido United Reformed Church wishes to announce that Mr. Austin Reifel has sustained his licensure exam and has been granted a license to exhort in the URCNA effective August 1, 2020. We heartily recommend him to the federation.

On behalf of the Consistory of Escondido URC
James Lund - Clerk

It is with great joy and much thanksgiving to the Lord that the council of the United Reformed Church of Thunder Bay announces the Ordination Service for Mr. John Ysinga as Minister of The Word and Sacraments. Lord willing, the service will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2020, at 8:00 pm at the United Reformed Church of Thunder Bay. The Ordination Service will be led by Rev. John vanEyk of Trinity Reformed Church of Lethbridge, AB. The service will be available via livestream at http://thunderbayurc.com/sermon_audio.

It is with great joy and thanksgiving to the Lord that the council of Christ Reformed Church in Washington, DC announces the Ordination Service for Mr. Luke Gossett as Minister of The Word and Sacraments, to serve as our Associate Pastor. Lord willing, the service will be held on Sunday, July 19, 2020 at 10:30 am at Christ Reformed Church, 1611 16th Street NW, Washington, DC. The Ordination Service will be led by Rev. Brian Lee of Christ Reformed Church. The service can also be livestreamed [from] our website (https://christreformeddc.org/sunday-service/) and our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ReformedDC/).

With great Joy and thanksgiving, the Consistory of Covenant Reformed Church of Toronto wishes to announce that Richard Min has sustained his licensure exam and has been granted licence to exhort in the URCNA. July 4, 2020

Lawrence Simonse

Corresponding Clerk

It is with great joy and much thanksgiving to the Lord that the council of Faith Reformed Church of Telkwa, BC  announces the Ordination Service for Mr. Kelvin Tiemstra as Minister of The Word and Sacraments. Lord willing, the service will be held on Thursday, July 23, 2020, at 7:30 pm at Faith Reformed Church of Telkwa, BC. The Ordination Service will be led by Rev. John vanEyk of Trinity Reformed Church of Lethbridge, AB and the charge will be given by Rev. Simon Lievaart of Bethel Reformed Church of Smithers, BC.  The service will be available via livestream at http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbL40G2ufDuxjHxQ2dq49cg.  

The Council of Calvary URC has released Rev. Chuck Tedrick from his call at Calvary URC to accept a call to serve as the Dean of Students at Westminster Seminary California. We take this action with both sadness and joy. Sadness because of our mutual love for one another and nearly a decade of growth in God's grace together. Joy because we believe this is a good fit and opportunity for Rev. Tedrick to use his gifts to help serve future ministers in Christ Church and servants in His Kingdom. Rev. Tedrick's last Sunday at Calvary URC will be Sunday, July 19th.

Calvary URC will be seeking pulpit supply and/or an interim during this time of vacancy.  If you know of somebody that is available to help bring the Word to Calvary URC in Loveland  Colorado, please contact RJ Prins at [email protected].

In His name

It is with joy and thanksgiving to God that the consistory of Immanuel URC of Jordan is pleased to announce that Steven Huisman has sustained his licensure exam and has been granted a license to exhort in the URCNA.

On behalf of the consistory of Immanuel URC
Mike Douma - Clerk

The Consistory of Cornerstone URC (London ON) is pleased to announce that Scott Wright's license to exhort has been extended for another year until May 2021. Scott has completed his final year at Mid-America Reformed Seminary and is serving Covenant URC (Pantego NC) this summer.  Scott will undergo a candidacy exam in Classis Southwestern Ontario in September 2020 D.V.  See the Licensed Exhorters page on the URCNA.org website for Scott's contact information

As per our notice on May 14, 2020, the consistory of Immanuel URC of Jordan, Ontario will proceed with a licensure examination of Mr. Steven Huisman on Tuesday, June 23^rd at 7:30pm.

Due to the provincial restrictions still in place limiting those who may attend, those who wish to listen in may contact us on or before Monday, June 22nd to request connection details since they will not be posted on our website.

You may contact the clerk of consistory via email below.

The Consistory of Communty United Reformed Church (Schererville IN) wishes to announce that the license to exhort of Mr. Praveen Muthusamy has been extended for one year, effective June 3, 2020. We wholeheartedly recommend him to the federation. Mr. Muthusamy can be reached at [email protected]

The Consistory of Christ United Reformed Church (Santee, CA) wishes to announce that the license of Mr. Christopher Smith has been extended for one year, effective June 1, 2020. We heartily recommend him to the federation.

Yours in Christ,
Rev. William C. Godfrey
for the Consistory of Christ URC

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order, the consistory of Covenant Reformed Church of Toronto, Ontario wishes to notify the churches of our intention to conduct a licensure examination of Mr. Richard Min on July 4 at 10:00 am.

Provincial regulations due to COVID may limit the number of attendees at the time of examination but we also intend to live stream the examination via a link that will be forthcoming. If there are any questions you would like us to include in our examination, please forward them to the clerk of consistory noted below so we can aim to include them.

Mr. Min is working on his Master of Divinity at Tyndale Seminary and is a member of Covenant Reformed Church of Toronto.

Please join us in praying for this brother as he prepares for the examination.

On behalf of the consistory of the Covenant Reformed Church of Toronto

It is with great joy and thankgiving to the Lord that the council of Bethany URC in Wyoming, Michigan annouces the ordination service for Mr. Eric VanDerMolen as Minister of The Word and Sacraments.   Lord willing the service will be held at Bethany URC on Friday, June 5 at 7 pm. 

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order, the consistory of Immanuel URC of Jordan, Ontario wishes to notify the churches of our intention to conduct a licensure examination of Mr. Stephen Huisman on June 23^rd at 7:30pm.

Provincial regulations due to COVID may limit the number of attendees at the time of examination but we also intend to live stream the examination via our website at immanuelurc.com.

Mr. Huisman has completed his first year at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary.  Please join us in praying for this brother as he prepares for the examination.

On behalf of the consistory of the Immanuel URC
Mike Douma, clerk of consistory

It is with joy, gratitude, and praise to our Heavenly Father that the Council of Grace United Reformed Church in Torrance, California announces that Dr. Daniel Borvan has accepted our call to the office of Minister of the Word.  Soli Deo Gloria!

It is with joy and thanksgiving in our hearts that we inform you that, after seeking to lay the matter in the Lord's hands through diligent prayer to discern the Lord's will, Mr. Eric VanDerMolen; candidate in the URCNA, has accepted a call to take up the position of Minister of the Word and Sacraments at Bethany United Reformed Church in Wyoming, Michigan. 

With much joy and thanksgiving to our gracious Father, the Council of Oak Lawn URC announces that Rev. Harold Miller has accepted our call to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments.

Eric VanDerMolen has declined a call from Covenant URC Pantego NC. We pray the Lord's blessing for Eric and that God may guide him. And we ask for prayers as we at Covenant continue our search for the man God has set aside to lead us.

Dear Brothers in Christ,

The Consistory of Christ Reformed Church (Washington, DC) is pleased to announce that Mr. Luke Gossett sustained his candidacy exam at the most recent meeting of Classis Eastern U.S. and has been declared a candidate for the office of minister to the Word. We thank and praise God that he continues to shower gifts on his church, granting Luke the talents and training to faithfully labor in his vineyard. We enthusiastically recommend Luke to the churches.

Sincerely in Christ,

Rev. Dr. Brian J. Lee
for the Consistory of Christ Reformed Church

The Council of Grace United Reformed Church in Torrance, California, has extended a call to candidate Dr. Daniel Borvan as Minister of the Word and Sacraments.

Rev. Ken Anema has declined a call from Faith URC in Beecher, IL. We pray for Rev. Anema's work at Divine Hope Reformed Seminary and that the council and congregation will patiently wait on the Lord for His providence in sending our next Pastor.

The council of Bethany United Reformed Church in Wyoming, Michigan, with the support of the congregation, has extended a call to candidate Mr. Eric VanDerMolen as Minister of the Word and Sacraments. 

Rev. Arrick has declined a call from Covenant Reformed Church of Grande Prairie. We pray the Lords leading for Rev. Arrick as well as Covenant Reformed Church of Grande Prairie.

Rev. Doug Barnes has declined a call from Bethany URC in Wyoming, MI.  We pray God will continue to lead and guide him by His grace and peace. 

Oak Lawn United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn IL has extended a call to Rev. Harold Miller to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments.

It is with great joy and thanksgiving to The Lord that we, the council of the URC of Thunder Bay, invite family, friends and members of the classis and federation to attend the Ordination Service of Mr. John Ysinga as Minister of The Word and Sacraments. This service is to be held, Lord willing, on Friday May 1, 2020 at 8:00pm at the United Reformed Church of Thunder Bay, 23 Kings Highway 130, Thunder Bay, Ontario. We also look forward to Mr. Ysinga’s first service conducted as an ordained minister to be held, Lord willing, on Sunday May 3, 2020 at 10:00am. 

Dear Brothers in Christ,

The Consistory of Christ URC (Santee, CA) is pleased to announce that Mr. Daniel M. Cortez sustained his candidacy exam at the most recent meeting of Classis Southwest U.S. and has been declared a candidate for the office of minister to the Word. We thank God for providing His church another worker for the harvest, and we enthusiastically recommend Daniel to the churches.

Sincerely yours in Christ,
Rev. William C. Godfrey
for the Consistory of Christ URC

With joy and thanksgiving to our Father, the Council of Adoration URC of Vineland, Ontario announces that Bryce De Zwarte has sustained his ordination exam in Classis Ontario East. He will be ordained and installed as minister of the Word and Sacraments, Lord willing, at a special service on Saturday, April 18, 2020 at 10 am at our regular place of worship (Vineland United Mennonite Church) located at 3327 Menno Street, Vineland, Ontario.

With gratitude to God, on March 2, 2020, the Council of Grace URC in Alto MI, with the overwhelming support of the congregation, placed a call to Rev. Doug Barnes to become our pastor of the Word and Sacrament.

It is with great joy and thankfulness that the Consistory of Grace United Reformed Church in Torrance, California announces that Dr. Daniel Borvan has sustained his candidacy examination on March 11, 2020 at Classis SWUS and is eligible to receive a call to the office of Minister of the Word. 

The Council of Covenant United Reformed Church Pantego,North Carolina, with the support of the congregation, has extended a call to candidate Mr. Eric VanDerMolen as MInister of the Word and Sacraments.

With thankfulness to God, the consistory of Covenant United Reformed Church in Byron Center, MI, with the concurring advice of Classis Michigan, declares Mr. Eric VanDerMolen a candidate for the ministry of the Word and sacrament and eligible for call. Mr. VanDerMolen is a graduate of Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary and sustained a candidacy exam at a meeting of Classis Michigan. 

The Council of Bethany United Reformed Church of Wyoming, Michigan, with the support of the congregation, has extended a call to Rev. Doug Barnes as MInister of the Word and Sacraments.

By the Grace of God, with the overwhelming support of the congregation, the council of Faith United Reformed Church of Beecher, Illinois has extended a call to Rev. Ken Anema to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments.

By the Grace of God, with the overwhelming support of the congregation, the council of Covenant Reformed Church of Grande Prairie has extended a call to Rev. Steve Arrick as Minster of the Word and Sacraments. 

With great joy and thanksgiving to our risen Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, Grace Reformed Church of Dunnville, Ontario wishes to pronounce that Tsjibbe deJong has sustained his licensure exam and has been granted licence to exhort in the URCNA, Feb. 11, 2020.

Clerk

Rob Hagen

It is with great joy and thanksgiving that we inform you that, after having called upon the Lord and King of the Church and seeking His will, Mr. John Ysinga; candidate in the URCNA, has accepted a call to take up the position of Minister of the Word and Sacraments at the United Reformed Church of Thunder Bay.

With thankfulness to our Heavenly Father, the Council and Congregation of Redeemer United Reformed Church of Lacombe, Alberta, rejoices that Pastor Mitch Ramkissoon has accepted the call extended to him to work as a Prison Pastor with Redemption Prison Ministries for the Alberta/Prairie Province region.  An installation service is to be determined at a later date.

With much joy and thanksgiving to our gracious Father, the Council of Adoration URC announces that candidate Bryce De Zwarte has accepted our call to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments.  An ordination exam will take place at an upcoming Classis meeting to confirm Bryce's call into the ministry and role as pastor of Adoration URC.

The congregation of Redeemer United Reformed Church of Lacombe, Alberta has extended a call to Pastor Mitch Ramkissoon of the Parkland Reformed Church of Ponoka, Alberta to become a missionary/prison pastor with Redemption Prison Ministries for the Alberta/Prairie province region.

After receiving overwhelming support from our congregation, the council of the United Reformed Church of Thunder Bay has extended a call to Mr. John Ysinga, candidate in the URCNA, to take up the ministry in Thunder Bay, Ontario. 

It is with exceeding joy and thankfulness to the Lord that we invite family, friends and members of the federation to attend the Ordination Service of Candidate Joel Weaver as our pastor of youth and family. The service will be held on Sunday, March 1, 2020 at 9:30 a.m., the Lord willing, at Trinity United Reformed Church, 6400 W Walnut Ave., Visalia, CA.

Licensure Exam

Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order, The Consistory of Grace Reformed Church in Dunnville, Ontario wishes to notify the churches of our intention to conduct a licensure examination of Mr. Tsjibbe deJong on d.v. Feb. 11, 2020, at 7:30 p.m. Please join us in praying for this brother as he prepares.

Blessings, 

Rob Hagen - Clerk

for the consistory of Grace Reformed Church in Dunnville, Ontario.

Adoration United Reformed Church of Vineland, Ontario (vacant) has extended a call to candidate Bryce De Zwarte to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments.

The Council of Dutton United Reformed Church is seeking to employ a part-time Pastor of Congregational Care.  The primary duties would be a ministry of visitation to members of the congregation, under the supervision of the consistory, involving approximately 15 hours per week. A yearly salary of $18,000 is planned with additional reimbursement for mileage/expenses.  The ideal candidate would be an emeritus minister of the Word, committed to the Reformed faith as expressed in the Three Forms of Unity, who would be willing to become a member of Dutton United Reformed Church.  For more information please contact committee member David Kloosterman at 616-916-4573 or by email at [email protected]

The Council of Eastmanville URC announces with gratitude that Rev. Brian Najapfour has accepted the call to serve as our Minister of Congregational Life as he completes his Ph.D studies in preparation for future mission labors in the Philippines.

Lord willing, Rev. Najapfour will be installed at Eastmanville URC, on January 12, 2020.

This past March at Classis Michigan, Bethany URC of Wyoming Michigan requested and was given approval to proceed with the emeritation of Rev. Casey Freswick effective January 1, 2020. This Sunday December 29, Rev. Freswick will conduct his last Sunday service as Pastor of Bethany URC. He will also conduct the Old years service December 31. We are greatful for the years the Lord has given Rev. Casey Freswick to pastor not only our congregation but the churches of Randall, Wisconsin and Newton, New Jersey as well. May the Lord bestow his blessing upon his servant as he enters a new phase of ministry. 

It is with exceeding joy and thankfulness to the Lord that we invite family, friends and members of  the federation to attend the Ordination Service of Candidate Ryan Swale as our pastor and shepherd.  The service will be held on Saturday, January 4th, 2020 at 10:30 a.m., the Lord willing, at Immanuel United Reformed Church, 2900 Fourth Avenue, Jordan, ON.  The ordination service will be led by Rev. Andrew Compton, Assistant Professor of Old Testament at Mid-America Reformed Seminary and the charge will be given by Rev. Ruben Sernas of El Pacto De Gracia in Chicago Heights, IL.  A stand-up reception will proceed the ordination service at Heritage Christian School.

The Council of Immanuel United Reformed Church of Listowel, Ontario, cordially invites friends, family, and members of the federation to the installation service of our pastor, Rev. Ancel Merwin.  The service will take place D.V. at our church building, 750 Davidson Avenue North, Listowel on Friday, January 24, 2020 at 7:00 pm with a social to follow. 

We recognize God's providential hand of blessing in providing us an under-shepherd. To Him be all the praise and glory.

The Council of Trinity United Reformed Church in Visalia, CA, announces with gratitude to God that Mr. Joel Weaver has accepted the call to serve as our pastor of youth and family life.

With great Joy and thanksgiving to our risen Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, Faith Reformed Church of Telkwa wishes to announce that Ehren Gaebler ha sustained his licensure exam and has been granted licence to exhort in the URCNA. Dec 21 2019

Clerk Tony Vandenberg

With great joy and thankfulness to God, the Council of the United Reformed Church of PEI announces that Nathan Zekveld has sustained his ordination exam in Classis Ontario East. He will be ordained and installed as minister of the Word and Sacraments, Lord willing, at a special service on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at 7:00 pm at our usual place of worship (Seventh Day Adventist church building) located at 70 Royalty Junction Road, Winsloe, PE.

In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 2, the Consistory of Cornerstone URC (London ON), along with the elders of New Horizon URC (Scarborough ON) will conduct a licensure exam for Jacob London on Wednesday January 15, 2020 @ 7:30 p.m. (DV).  Jacob is a member of New Horizon URC, which is a mission work under the supervision of Cornerstone URC (London ON).  The examination will be held at the New Horizion URC church building located at 2300 Bridletowne Circle, Toronto ON.  All are welcome to join us.

The Council of Community United Reformed Church in Schererville, Indiana announces that Rev. James Oord has accepted a call to serve as Senior Pastor of First Reformed Church in South Holland, Illinois.

The Council of Trinity URC of Visalia, after receiving the advice of the congregation, has extended a call to candidate Mr. Joel Weaver to serve as pastor of youth and family.

On Friday, November 29, Rev Edward Knott went to be with his Lord and Savior. Rev. Knott was 97 years old and had served faithfully as a minister of the word for 72 years. He began his ministry as a home missionary in the PRC where he served churches in Kalamazoo Michigan and Grand Rapids Michigan. He joined the CRC in 1961 serving churches in Wyoming Michigan, Grand Rapids Michigan, Rock Valley Iowa, and Forest Grove Michigan where he emerited in 1988. He then joined the ARC where he emerited in 1992. He then joined Beverly CRCI of Wyoming Michigan, now Bethany URC, emeriting in 1995. Rev. Knott was involved in the formation of Mid America Reformed Seminary and in the formation of the URC presiding over the first Synod in 1996. He continued to serve by leading Bible studies up to just weeks ago. Rev. Knott viewed his largest reward as “a good conscience that work accomplished was done to God’s glory and the welfare of the church.”

The Consistory of Pompton Plains Reformed Bible Church announces that Rev. Steve Arrick is available for call.  Any interested congregations may contact the PPRBC Clerk at [email protected], or you may contact Rev. Arrick directly at [email protected] or at (717) 575-9246

It is with great joy and thanks to God that the congregation of Pompton Plains Reformed Bible Church announces the news that Candidate Justin Nobel has accepted the provisional call to become our Pastor, pursuant to fulfilling all necessary ordination requirements. We are humbled by the outpouring of the Lord's gracious provision in meeting all our needs during this year of vacancy and for answering our prayers by sending His servant to become our Minister of Word and Sacraments.

Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order, the Consistory of Faith Reformed Church (Telkwa BC) wishes to notify the churches of our intention to conduct a licensure examination of Mr. Ehren Gaebler on Dec 21, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. Please join us in praying for this brother as he prepares.

With grateful joy and thanksgiving to God for His gracious provision in answering the prayers of the congregation, the Council of Grace Reformed Church of Leduc, Alberta, announces that Candidate Tad Groenendyk has accepted our call extended to him to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments after completing an ordination exam scheduled at an upcoming meeting of classis Western Canada.

Eastmanville United Reformed Church of Coopersville, Michigan has extended a call to Rev. Brian Najapfour to serve as Minister of Congregational Life while he completes his doctoral studies in anticipation of entering the mission field.

With joy and thanksgiving to God, the Consistory of Grace United Reformed Church (Torrance CA) is pleased to announce that Mr. Daniel Borvan sustained his licensure examination and has been granted a license to exhort. 

With gratitude to Christ,

Steve Perkins, Clerk for the Consistory of Grace URC

The Elders of Trinity URC, Visalia, declare Mr. Joel Weaver to be a candidate for the office of minister of the Word and Sacraments in the United Reformed Churches in North America. Joel graduated from Puritan Reformed Seminary in 2016. He sustained his candidacy examination before Classis Pacific Northwest in September of 2019. Mr. Weaver has ably served three churches as an unordained pastor and most recently has served at Trinity URC of Visalia. Mr. Weaver can be contacted by email at [email protected] and by cell phone at 616-914-9138.

At our Congregational Meeting on Monday, October 14th, the Pompton Plains Reformed Bible Church of New Jersey, (vacant) extended a call to Candidate Justin Nobel to become our Pastor of Word and Sacrament pursuant the successful competion of all necessary ordination examinations. Currently Justin is serving an internship at Zion URC in Sheffield, Ontario. 

 With exceeding joy and thanksgiving to God for His gracious provision and answering our earnest prayers, the Council of Immanuel United Reformed Church of Listowel, Ontario, announces that Rev. Ancel Merwin (currently serving at Thunder Bay United Reformed Church) has accepted our call extended to him to serve as minister of the Word and Sacrament. 

In his infinite wisdom, God called Rev. Jelle (Joe) Tuininga home to glory on October 05, 2019 at the age of 85 after a prolonged battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Jelle was born in Neerlandia, Alberta on August 24, 1934, the second of seven children. He worked on the family farm for 7 years prior to heeding God’s call to pursue the ministry. During his 40 years in the ministry, he served the congregations of Grande Prairie/La Glace, AB; Smithers, BC and Lethbridge, AB. After serving the Lethbridge congregation for 29 years, he was grateful for the opportunity to retire there in 2006.

Recognizing his complete dependence on God to equip him for the work of the ministry, Jelle preached the Word of the Lord faithfully with truth and conviction. His compassion, humility, sense of humour and love for the congregations he served was evident to those he ministered to.

Besides his wife Henrietta of 56 years, Jelle is survived by his children Ruth (Jim) Vanden Heuvel of Lethbridge: Cody and Kyle; Thelma (Rev. James) Sawtelle of Minneapolis, MN: Joseph (Kayla), Leah (David), Nathan and Stephan; Calvin Tuininga of Lethbridge; and Brenda (Hank) Vroom of Lethbridge: Rachel, Kimberlee and Levi; his great-grandchildren William Sawtelle and Miriam Danielson; his siblings Henny, Lambert, Jim, Edith and Anke.

Jelle was predeceased by his father Clarence; his mother Trientje; his brother Gordon; and his brother-in-law Bill Sinnema.

The family extends heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Ikuta and the staff at Legacy Lodge for the love and care shown to him over the years.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mid-America Reformed Seminary (http://www.midamerica.edu/).

The funeral service will be held, God willing, on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at 11:00am with Rev. Barry Beukema preaching the sermon and Rev. John van Eyk officiating. Rev. Thomas Albaugh will lead the graveside service. The funeral service can be watched via the Livestreaming button on www.trinityurc.ca.

Candidate Ryan Swale has declined a call from Faith URC, Beecher, IL. We praise God for His faithfulness in filling the pulpit of Immanuel URC and pray that he will give wisdom and patience as we seek the man of His choosing.

It is with exceeding joy and thankfulness to our Heavenly Father that Candidate Ryan Swale has accepted Immanuel's call to serve as our Minister of the Word and Sacraments.

Grace United Reformed Church of Torrance, Vacant (310) 782-7019
Posted 10/5/19
08:55 AM CST

Updated 10/12/2019

Grace URC in Torrance, California intends to issue a call to Mr. Daniel Borvan pending the successful completion of an ordination candidacy exam planned for March 2020. 

**Correction:  This post has been updated to indicate Mr. Borvan will be undergoing a candidacy exam rather than an ordination exem.**

Candidate Mr Ehren Gaebler (OPC) will be serving as stated supply in Faith Reformed church of Telkwa beginning Lord Willing Oct 27 2019

Clerk Tony Vandenberg

250-846-9188

Candidate Kelvin Tiemstra, who is serving an internship in Community URC in Shererville Indiana, accepted a call to Faith Reformed church of Telkwa (URC) in Telkwa, BC. and will be installed June 2020.

With gratitude to God, we are pleased to announce that Classis Pacific Northwest joyfully received Cornerstone Christian Church of Medford, Oregon into the URCNA, pending synodical approval.  Also, Cornerstone's two ministers, Rev. Mark Delladio and Rev. Dr. Quentin Falkena, were received and declared to be ministers among the United Reformed Churches.

The Consistory of Coram Deo Reformation Church (Littleton, Colorado) would like to notify the Federation of a vacant pulpit at our Covenant URC (Colorado Springs, Colorado) church plant (https://www.urccovenant.org/) as Rev. Phelps has accepted a call to serve in the OPC as of 9/21/19.  Those interested in finding out more information about the pastoral search that has just begun should contact Will Kim at [email protected].

Faith United Reformed Church of Beecher, Illinois has extended a call to Candidate Ryan Swale to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments.

With gratitude to God, the Consistory of Faith URC of Beecher, Illinois, is pleased to announce that Mr. Ryan Swale has sustained his candidacy examination and is available to be called to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments.

Mr. Ryan Swale sustained his candidacy examination at a meeting of Classis Central US on September 10, 2019.  Our Consistory has seen God's work in preparing our brother, and we heartily commend him to the churches.

You may contact Mr. Swale by telephone at (815) 953-6727 or by email at [email protected]

The Elders of Oak Glen URC commend to you our brother Daniel Beezhold who is a candidate for the office of minister of the Word and Sacraments in the United Reformed Churches in North America. Dan graduated from Mid-America Reformed Seminary in 2018. He sustained his candidacy examination before the brothers of Classis Central U.S. in September of 2018. Whether in his classroom efforts at Mid-America, his service in churches leading worship, catechism or Bible studies, Dan’s desire, suitability and ability to serve the church of Christ pastorally as well as his love for the Lord and His Word have continued to be revealed and confirmed. Most recently Dan served from February through June of 2019 at Christ Reformed Church in Sioux Falls, South Dakota while Rev. Aalsburg was on sabbatical.

Dan can be contacted via email at [email protected] or by contacting the clerk at Oak Glen at [email protected].

The Immanuel United Reformed Church of Jordan, Ontario, has extended a call to Candidate Ryan Swale to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments.

First Oak Lawn United Reformed Church (vacant) has extended a call to candidate Ryan Swale currently serving an internship at First Oak Lawn, IL.

Rev. Todd Joling, who was serving Faith URC (Beecher, IL), accepted a call to Immanuel's Reformed Church (URC) in Salem, Oregon and was recently installed. 

The Consistory of Grace URC in Torrance, California would like to inform the churches that Mr. Timothy Lee's license to exhort has expired as of August 31, 2019.

Steve Perkins, Clerk on behalf of the Consistory of Grace URC.

Candidacy of Mr. Bryce De Zwarte

With gratitude to God, the Consistory of Covenant Reformed Church of Pella, Iowa, is pleased to announce that Mr. Bryce De Zwarte has sustained his candidacy examination and is available to be called to serve as MInister of the Word and Sacraments. 

Mr. De Zwarte sustained his candidacy examination at a meeting of Classis Central US on September 10, 2019. Our Consistory has seen God's work in preparing this brother, and we heartily commend him to the churches. 

You may contact Mr. De Zwarte by telephone at (641) 204-1580 or by email at [email protected]

--The Consistory, Covenant Reformed Church of Pella 

It is with great joy and thanksgiving to God that the Consistory of Cloverdale United Reformed Church (Boise, Idaho) announces that Mr. Dan Rowlands sustained his licensure examination and has been granted a license to exhort.  We praise God for His work in Dan's life.  

In Christ,

Scott Den Hartog - Clerk

On behalf of the Consistory of Cloverdale United Reformed Church

With joy and thanks to our Heavenly Father the consistory of Zion United Reformed Church of Sheffield, Ontario announces that Mr. John Ysinga Jr. is available for call to the Ministry of the Word and Sacraments. Mr. Ysinga sustained his candidacy exam at Classis Southwest Ontario on September 11, 2019 and the consistory wholeheartedly recommend him to the churches in consideration for a pastoral call. We also recommend Mr. John Ysinga Jr. for pulpit supply.

He can be contacted at:

Cell # - 219-741-2768

email - [email protected]

US Address:
5383 E 300 S
Oxford, IN
47971

Canadian Address:
2024 Lockie Rd
Branchton, ON
N0B 1L0

In Christ's service,

The consistory of Zion United Reformed Church of Sheffield, ON
Matt Schotsman, clerk

Grace United Reformed Church of Torrance, Vacant

(310) 782-7019
Posted 9/8/19
04:57 PM CST

Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order, the Consistory of Grace United Reformed Church (Torrance, CA) wishes to notify the churches of our intention to conduct a licensure examination of Mr. Daniel Borvan on October 15 at 6:30 p.m. Please join us in praying for this brother as he prepares.

Blessings,
Steve Perkins, Clerk,
for the Consistory of Grace URC

Immanuel United Reformed Church of Listowel, Vacant

(519) 291-6286
Posted 9/4/19
11:29 AM CST

Immanuel United Reformed Church of Listowel Ontario, currently vacant, has extended a call to Rev. Ancel Merwin of the United Reformed Church of Thunder Bay. 

Faith Reformed Church of Telkwa, Vacant

(250) 846-9188
Posted 9/3/19
01:28 PM CST

Faith Reformed Church Telkwa BC (vacant) has extended to Candidate Kelvin Tiemstra currently serving an internship with Sherville URC Chicago

With joy and thanksgiving to God, the Consistory of Christ United Reformed Church (Santee, CA) is pleased to announce that Mr. Daniel Cortez sustained his licensure examination and has been granted a license to exhort. We heartily recommend him to the federation.

Yours in Christ,
Rev. William C. Godfrey
for the Consistory of Christ URC

Rev. Harry Zekveld of Providence United Reformed Church in Strathroy, Ontario has declined the call to Zion United Reformed Church in Sheffield, Ontario.

Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order, the Consistory of Cloverdale United Reformed Church (Boise, Idaho) wishes to notify the churches of our intention to conduct a licensure examination of Mr. Dan Rowlands on September 16, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. Please join us in praying for this brother as he prepares.

Blessings,
Scott Den Hartog - Clerk
for the Consistory of Cloverdale URC

Rev. James Sinke of Bethel United Reformed Church, Woodstock, Ontario has declined a call to Immanuel United Reformed Church, Listowel, Ontario. (vacant)

Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order, the Consistory of Christ United Reformed Church (Santee, CA) wishes to notify the churches of our intention to conduct a licensure examination of Mr. Daniel Cortez on August 28, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. Please join us in praying for this brother as he prepares.

Blessings,
Rev. William C. Godfrey
for the Consistory of Christ URC

It is with great joy and thankfulness to our Heavenly Father that the Council of the United Reformed Church of Prince Edward Island announces that Mr. Nathan Zekveld has accepted our call to serve as our Minister of the Word and Sacraments.

Rev. Jeff De Boer has accepted a call to serve as Senior Pastor of Redeemer Orthodox Presbyterian Church in Ada, Michigan.

The consistory of Community United Reformed Church of Schererville, Indiana, is happy to announce that Mr. Praveen Muthusamy has sustained his licensure examination.  We heartily recommend him to the churches as a Licensed Exhorter.  Mr. Praveen Muthusamy can be reached at [email protected]

For those unable to attend the funeral service for Rev. Corey Dykstra (Sat. June 29, 2019, 11am), it will be live-streamed on the funeral home's Facebook page:

Heritage Life Story Funeral Homes

Rev. Corey J. Dykstra, pastor of Walker URC, age 34, passed away unexpectedly on June 22, 2019. He was preceded in death by his infant son, Eric; and grandparents, Nellie Joffers, Wytse Dykstra, Peter Hiemstra, and Raymond Vegter. Corey is survived by his wife of 12 years, Jill; sons, Kyle and Lucas; soon to be born daughter; parents, John and Glenda Dykstra and Gene and Cindy Hiemstra; siblings, Janine (Ray) Olthuis, Mitchell (Dana) Dykstra, Charmaine (Adam) Zachary; grandparents, Pieter Joffers, Hendrikje Dykstra, Elizabeth Hiemstra and RuthAnn (Vegter) Engelsman; sisters-in-law, Emily (Derek) Greydanus and Kim (Justin) Stevenson; brother-in-law, Peter Hiemstra; many nieces, nephews and friends. The funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, June 29, 2019 at Remembrance Church, 4575 Remembrance Rd NW. Visitation will be held at Remembrance Church from 2-4 and 6-8 on Friday and for one hour prior to the service on Saturday. Please visit www.heritagelifestory.com to read Corey's lifestory, to submit a favorite memory, photo, or to sign the guestbook online.

Walker URC is committed to the care and support of the Dykstra family.  We were not instrumental in setting up, nor are we affiliated with the Go-Fund-Me page that has been established. If anyone is interested contributing to the needs of the Dykstra family they should send their contributions to the deacons at Walker URC and designate it for "Dykstra Support".

Faith Reformed Church of Telkwa (vacant) has extended a call to Rev Gary Zekveld of the Westminster United Reformed Church in New Westminister BC

Zion United Reformed Church of Sheffield, Ontario has extended a call to Rev. Harry Zekveld of Providence United Reformed Church in Strathroy, Ontario.

Rev. Harry Zekveld of Providence URC in Strathroy, Ontario has declined the call to Trinity URC in St. Catharines, Ontario

This message is an update for Nathan Zekveld. His new home address is:

274 German School Rd.

Paris,Ontario

N3L 3E1

The consistory of the Emmanuel URC of Neerlandia, Alberta is thankful to our heavenly Father to be able to announce that Mr. Kelvin Tiemstra is available for call to the Ministry of the Word and Sacraments. Kelvin has sustained his candidacy exam at the meeting of Classis Western Canada on June 11, 2019, held at the Cornerstone URC in Edmonton. The Consistory of the Emmanuel URC wholeheartedly recommends him to the churches in consideration for a pastoral call. We also recommend Mr. Kelvin Tiemstra for pulpit supply.

Kelvin's contact information is as follows:

With gratitude to God, the consistory of Trinity URC, Caledonia, announces that Mr. Jeffrey Karel sustained his licensure exam on June 11, 2019, in accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order. Mr. Karel is avaialble to exhort in the churches, and can be reached at (616) 337-6323.

On Sunday, June 9th, Pompton Plains Reformed Bible Church received word from Rev. Corey Dykstra of his decision to remain at his current congregation of Walker URC and continue with the work the Lord has called him to perform as Minister of Word and Sacrement; thus, declining the call extended to minister at PPRBC.  We rest in the sovereign will of our Heavenly Father, trusting His perfect plan and goodness in the governing of His people.

Candidate Nathan Zekveld has been extended a call by Pilgrim CanRC of London, ON to serve as a missionary for Lighthouse Ministries.  Lighthouse Ministries is a mission work to the residents of downtown London overseen jointly by Pilgrim CanRC, Kerwood CanRC, Bethel URC of Aylmer, and Bethel URC of Woodstock.

The United Reformed Church of PEI has extended a call to Candidate Nathan Zekveld.

It is with thankfulness to our heavenly Father and with joyful hearts that the consistory of Rehoboth URC of Hamilton announces that Mr. Nathan Zekveld is available for call to the Ministry of the Word and Sacaraments.   Mr. Nathan Zekveld has sustained his candidacy exam at the meeting of Classis Southwestern Ontario on June 5, 2019 and we wholeheartedly recommend him to the churches in consideration for a pastoral call.  His contact information is listed below.  We also recommend Mr. Nathan Zekveld for pulpit supply.

The consistory of Oceanside URC is happy to annouce that Mr. Andrew Smyth has sustained his licensure exam and is now available to the churches to exhort. You may contact him with exhorting needs and opportunities at [email protected] or (307) 251-0026.

The consistory of Community United Reformed Church is planning on conducting a licensure exam for Mr. Praveen Muthusamy, a member of our church who has just completed his first year of studies at Mid-America Reformed Seminary.  The exam will be held on Monday, July 8, at 7:00pm, at our church building.

Trinity United Reformed Church of St. Catharines, Ontario has extended a call to Rev. Harry Zekveld of Providence United Reformed Church in Strathroy, Ontario.

The consistory of Redeemer URC of Lacombe, Alberta is pleased to announce that Mr. Aaron Van der Heiden has sustained his licensure examination and is recommended to the churches as a Licensed Exhorter.

Aaron Van der Heiden will be completing an internship with Rev. W. Pols in the Cornerstone URC of Edmonton, Alberta.

Mr. Van der Heiden may be contacted at [email protected].

Having received the concurring advice of Classis Michigan, the Consistory of Cornerstone United Reformed Church of Hudsonville, MI, has granted Rev. Steven Poelman the status of emeritus minister according to Church Order Article 10 as of May 6, 2019. We thank the Lord for Rev. Poelman’s faithful service to Christ’s Church and pray for the Lord's continued blessings upon him as emeritus pastor.

The Consistory of Cornerstone United Reformed Church of Hudsonville, MI, announces that the annual License to Exhort of Mr. Ottavio Palombaro has not been renewed as of May 6, 2019. Mr. Ottavio Palombaro’s current views on baptism are outside the doctrinal standards of the United Reformed Churches of North America.

Mr. Caleb Castro sustained his Licensure Examination by the Consistory of the Escondido United Reformed Church on May 21, 2019 and is recommended to the churches as a Licensed Exhorter. Mr. Castro may be reached at (503) 313-3484 or at [email protected]

The Immanuel United Reformed Church of Jordan, Ontario, has extended a call to Rev. Todd De Rooy of Redeemer United Reformed Church, Orange City, Iowa, to serve as Minister of the Word and Sacraments.

On May 6th the Congregation of Pompton Plains Reformed Bible Church, New Jersey extended a call to Rev. Corey Dykstra of Walker URC, Michigan.

The Consistory of Trinity United Reformed Church is pleased to announce the licensure examination of Mr. Jeffrey Karel, a student at Westminster Seminary California. The exam will take place at Trininty URC (Caledonia MI) on June 11 at 7:00 pm. Upon sustaining his exam, Mr. Karel will reiceve his license to exhort in the URCNA and complete a 10 week internship at Trininty URC. Per the Book of Church Order the exam is open to visitors. Please pray for Mr. Karel as he prepares for his examination.  

The Consistory of Cornerstone URC (London ON) is pleased to announce that Enoch Chow's license to exhort has been extended for another year until May 2020. Enoch is completing his second year at Westminster Theological Seminary (Philadelphia) .  He is interning at Covenant URC (Toronton ON) this summer under the supervision of Rev. Al Bezuyen.  See the Licensed Exhorters page on the URCNA.org website for Enoch's contact information.

The Consistory of Cornerstone URC (London ON) is pleased to announce that Scott Wright's license to exhort has been extended for another year until May 2020. Scott is completing his second year at Mid-America Reformed Seminary.  He is participating in the M.A.R.S Apprenticeship Program (MAP) this summer and will placed in St. Augustine Florida under the supervision of Rev. Eric Watkins, a church planter in the OPC.  See the Licensed Exhorters page on the URCNA.org website for Scott's contact information.

The consistory of the Oceanside URC will examine Mr. Andrew Smyth for licensure on June 4th at 7:30pm.

Chris Smith - License to Exhort Extended until May, 2020.  The Consistory of CURC in Santee, CA (San Diego County) is pleased to announce that Mr. Chris Smith's license to exhort has been extended for another year until May 2020.   However, we anticipate that Mr. Smith will sustain his candidacy exam in the Fall of 2019, Lord willing.

In accordance with Article 3 and Appendix 2 of the URCNA Church Order, the Consistory of Escondido United Reformed Church in Escondido, CA hereby announces that we intend to conduct a licensure examination for Mr. Caleb Castro on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at 7:00 PM at the Escondido United Reformed Church. At that time, he will have completed his first year of studies at Westminster Seminary California. Caleb and his wife are currently members of Grace URC, Portland, OR.

In accordance with Article 3 and Appendix 2 of the URCNA Church Order, the Consistory of Redeemer United Reformed Church hereby announces that we intend to conduct a licensure examination for Mr. Aaron Vander Heiden on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at 7:30 PM at the Redeemer United Reformed Church, 4519 - 46 Avenue, Lacombe, AB. At that time, he will have completed his first year of studies at Mid-America Reformed Seminary. Aaron and his family are currently members of Redeemer URC.

The Council of Christ United Reformed Church (Santee, CA (San Diego County)), after receiving unanimous approval from the congregation, announce that they have extended a call to Rev. William Godfrey as Minister of Word and Sacrament. It is with great joy and thankfulness to our Lord that he has accepted that call and will be installed as pastor on Sunday, May 12, 2019 at 9:30am during the morning Divine Service. William’s father, Rev. Dr. W. Robert Godfrey, will preside over the installation service, and will deliver the sermon for that morning. Soli Deo Gloria!

It is with great joy and thankfulness to our Heavenly Father that the council of the United Reformed Church of Lynden (Lynden, WA) announces that Mr. James Ogle has accepted our call to be a Minister of Word and Sacraments on loan to Lynden Christian High School (Lynden, WA) as their chaplain. Please rejoice with us in his ordination on Sunday, April 28, 2019 at 6:30pm.

Rev. H. James Folkerts has accepted the call to serve as an associate missionary with the OPC in Karamoja, Uganda.  He will be working cooperatively with them, keeping his credentials in the URCNA.

With gratitude to God, the consistory of First United Reformed Church of Chino, California, has declared Mr. Timothy Scheuers a candidate for the office of minister of the Word.  Mr. Scheuers sustained his candidacy examination at Classis Southwest U.S., on March 16, 2019, in Torrance, California.  Mr. Scheuers is a graduate of Mid-America Reformed Seminary (2013) and is pursuing doctoral studies at Fuller Seminary.

The Council of the Immanuel United Reformed Church of Listowel, Ontario wishes to inform the churches of the Federation that, effective June 30, 2019, it has provided for the honorable retirement of our Pastor to Pastor Emeritus, and as such is actively seeking a qualified candidate to interview as prospective Minister of the Word and Sacraments for our Congregation.

We will also consider graduated students from a recognized Seminary, Licenced Exhorters, and Emeritus Pastors seeking an extended engagement with no long-term commitment.  

Eligible men should reach out to us via [email protected] in confidence, along with a clear statement of faith, a current curriculum vitae, and a willingness to seek to serve the Lord in this place, should that be His will.

The Committee on Foreign Missions of the OPC has called Rev. H. James Folkerts to undertake the work of missionary evangelist in Karamoja, Uganda; or alternatively, should Rev. Folkerts desire to keep his ministerial credentials in the URCNA, the Committee approves that the Rev. H. James Folkerts serve as an associate missionary to Uganda to labor with the OP Uganda Mission in Karamoja, Uganda.

Westside Reformed Church was organized on January 25, 2019, with the installation of elders and deacons. The WRC Council, then, extended a call to Rev. Zachary Wyse, who had already been serving in Cincinnati as a domestic missionary, under the oversight of Zeltenreich Reformed Church (New Holland, PA).  This call has been accepted and the ZRC council has given its consent.  Rev. Brian Lee will lead the installation service this Sunday, March 10 at 11:00am.

With gratitude to the Lord for His continued provision,

The Council of Westside Reformed Church

Cincinnati, Ohio

Seminarian Mr. Eric Van Der Molen has sustained an examination by the Consistory of Covenant United Reformed Church of Byron Center, MI and is recommended to the churches as a Licensed Exhorter. Mr. Van Der Molen may be reached at (219) 713-4737 or at [email protected].

Rev. Jeff De Boer of Mid-America Reformed Seminary in Dyer, Indiana has declined the call to Trinity United Reformed Church of St. Catharines, Ontario.

Rev. Roberto Rossi will be installed as Minister of the Word and Sacraments at Immanuel United Reformed Church, DeMotte, IN, on Friday February 15, 2019, at 7:30 p.m., the Lord willing.  

Please join the congregation as we give thanks to God for His provision of an undershepherd.

At a special meeting of Classis Central U.S on January 21, 2019, Rev. Roberto Rossi sustained a Colloquium Doctum and was declared eligible to receive a call as a Minister of the Word and Sacraments in the United Reformed Churches.  

The Council of Immanuel United Reformed Church of DeMotte (IN) rejoices to announce that they have extended a call to Rev. Roberto Rossi and that he has accepted that call to be our Minister of the Word and Sacraments.   

We give praise to God for leading Rev. Rossi to us to serve as the undershepherd of our flock.

Council of Immanuel URC
DeMotte, IN

With great joy and thanksgiving to God, the Council of Grace URC of Waupun, Wisconsin, announces that Paul Freswick has sustained his ordination exam in Classis Central U.S. He will, Lord willing, be ordained and installed as minister of the Word and Sacraments at a service on Sunday, January 27, 2019, at 9:30AM CST, at our church. Rev. Mark Vander Hart and Rev. Casey Freswick will be conducting the service and it will be ‘live’ streamed at https://www.waupungraceurc.org/1665/custom/37671

First Oak Lawn United Reformed Church Pastoral Search

First Oak Lawn URC is searching for a full time pastor, as early as July 1, 2019 due to the retirement of our current pastor, Rev. Ted Gray. First Oak Lawn has a membership of 99 souls and is located in Oak Lawn, IL, a southwest suburb of Chicago. Website: www.oaklawnurc.org

Contact the chairman of the search committee, Mr. Bob DeRuiter at: [email protected] for additional information. All inquires will remain confidential.

With great joy and thanksgiving to God, the Council of Redeemer United Reformed Church of Lacombe, Alberta announces that Rev. Robert Van der Woerd was ordained and installed as Minister of the Word and Sacraments in a service held on Friday, January 11, 2019.

Trinity United Reformed Church of St. Catharines, Ontario has extended a call to Rev. Jeff De Boer of Mid-America Reformed Seminary in Dyer, Indiana.

With great joy and thanksgiving to God, the council of Redeemer URC of Lacombe, Alberta, announces that Robert Van der Woerd has sustained his ordination exam in Classis Western Canada. He will, Lord willing, be ordained and installed as minister of the Word and Sacraments at a service on Friday, January 11, 2019, at 7:30PM, at our church.

With thanksgiving to God for His gracious provision, the Council of Covenant Reformed Church, in Kansas City, MO, announces that Rev. Allen Vander Pol has accepted our call extended to him to continue his service as Professor of Theology for MINTS International Seminary  To God be the glory!

Rev. Vander Pol will be installed during our 9:30 a.m. worship service on Sunday,  January 13, 2019, the Lord willing.

Please join the congregation in giving thanks to God for His wondrous works.

Rev. James Sinke, pastor of the Bethel United Reformed Church of Woodstock, Ontario has declined the call to Trinity United Reformed Church of St. Catharines, Ontario.

The Consistory of Grace United Reformed Church (Torrance, CA) is pleased to announce that Mr. Timothy Lee sustained his licensure exam and has been granted a license to exhort. We heartily recommend him to the federation.

Yours in Christ,
Rev. William C. Godfrey
for the Consistory of Grace URC

With thanksgiving to God for His gracious provision, the Council of Escondido United Reformed Church in Escondido CA announces that Rev. Michael G. Brown has accepted our call extended to him to serve as a missionary minister of the Word and sacraments to le Chiesa Riformata Filedelfia in Milan, Italy . To God be the glory!

Rev. Maurice Luimes of Immanuel Reformed Church of Nobleton has declined the call to the United Reformed Church of Prince Edward Island.

The Escondido United Reformed Church in Escondido, CA has extended a call to Rev. MIchael G. Brown of Christ United Reformed Church in Santee, CA to serve as a missionary minister of Word and Sacrament to le Chiesa Riformata Fildelfia (CRF) in Milan, Italy.

The Eben-Ezer Canadian Reformed Church in Chatham, ON has extended a call to Mr. Arjen Vreugdenhil of Bethel United Reformed Church, Jenison, MI, to serve as their Pastor.

Rev. Ed Marcusse will be installed as Minister of the Word and Sacraments at Oak Glen United Reformed Church, Lansing, IL, at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday December 13, 2018, the Lord willing.  

Please join the congregation in giving thanks to God for His provision.

Trinity United Reformed Church of St. Catharines, Ontario has extended a call to Rev. James Sinke of Bethel United Reformed Church of Woostock, Ontario

The council of the United Reformed Church of Lynden (WA) rejoices to announce that they have extended a call to Mr. Melvin Dotinga, and he has accepted, to be our Missionary to Papua New Guinea with MINTS.  Mr. Dotinga will be ordained as a Minister of Word and Sacraments on Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 7:00pm, at the URC of Lynden.  

We praise the Lord that he is building his church, even to the ends of the earth!  (Acts 1:8)

Council of the URC of Lynden
Lynden, WA

With thanksgiving to God for His gracious provision, the Council of Grace United Reformed Church (Waupun, Wisconsin) announces that Candidate Paul Freswick has accepted the call extended to him to serve as our minister of the Word and sacraments. To God be the glory!

The United Reformed Church of Prince Edward Island has extended a call to Rev. Maurice Luimes of Immanuel Reformed Church of Nobleton.

Grace United Reformed Church of Waupun, WI has extended a call to Candidate Paul Freswick of Bethany URC, Wyoming, MI.

With joy and thanksgiving to our God, the Consistory of Bethany United Reformed Church in Wyoming, Michigan announces that on October 9, 2018 at the meeting of Classis Michigan U.S in accordance with Article 4 and Appendix 3 of the Church Order, Mr. Paul Freswick sustained his candidacy examination. Therefore we declared Mr Paul Freswick to be candidate for the office of minister of the Gospel and Sacraments in the United Reformed Churches in North America. Paul is a 2018 graduate of Mid-America Reformed Seminary in Dyer, Indiana. He can be contacted at [email protected] or (616) 558-7788.

With thanksgiving to God for His gracious provision, the Council of Oak Glen United Reformed Church (Lansing, Illinois) announces that Rev. Ed Marcusse of Immanuel’s Reformed Church in Salem, Oregon, has accepted the call to serve as our Minister of the Word and Sacraments. To God be the glory!

It is with joy and thanksgiving to the Lord that the Consistory of Oak Glen United Reformed Church in Lansing, Illinois announces that on September 11, 2018 at the meeting of Classis Central U.S in accordance with Article 4 and Appendix 3 of the Church Order Mr. Daniel Beezhold sustained his candidacy examination and is declared a candidate for the office of minister of the Word in the United Reformed Churches in North America. Dan is a graduate of Mid-America Reformed Seminary in Dyer, Indiana. He can be contacted at [email protected].

It is with much thanksgiving and praise to God that the council of Redeemer URC (Lacombe, AB) announces that Candidate Robert Van der Woerd has accepted the call extended to him to serve as our minister of the Word and sacraments. His ordination exam is scheduled to take place in November, during the next meeting of Classis Western Canada in Calgary, AB. Lord willing, an ordination and installation will follow shortly thereafter.

The Consistory of Escondido United Reformed Church, Escondido, CA is pleased to announce that Jordan Dahl sustained his licensure examination on August 28, 2018, and was granted a license to exhort. We commend Mr. Dahl to our fellow churches and invite them to contact him at [email protected] or (701) 866-1528.

Redeemer United Reformed Church of Lacombe, AB has extended a call to Candidate Robert Van der Woerd of Bellingham URC of Bellingham, WA.

In accordance with Article 3 and Appendix 2 of the URCNA Church Order, the Consistory of Escondido United Reformed Church hereby announces that we intend to conduct a licensure examination for Mr. Jordan Dahl on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at 7:00 PM at the Escondido United Reformed Church, 1864 N Broadway, Escondido, CA 92026. Mr. Dahl has completed his first year of studies at Westminster Seminary California and is a member of the Escondido United Reformed Church.

Covenant Reformed Church of Kansas City, MO has extended a call to Rev. Allen Vander Pol of First United Reformed Church of Chino, Chino, CA.

This call is for Rev. Vander Pol to continue his work as Professor of Theology for MINTS International Seminary, where he has been for many years and to have his consistorial supervision and credentials with Covenant Reformed Church, Kansas City, MO, where he lives and worships.

Phil Veltkamp - Clerk of Council

The Consistory of Christ Reformed Church in Washington DC is pleased to announce that Luke Gossett sustained his licensure examination on July 17, 2018, and is granted a license to exhort. We commend Luke to our sister churches and invite them to contact him at [email protected] or 205-612-5504.

On behalf of the Consistory,

Micah Van Mersbergen

Clerk

Rev. Nick Smith, pastor of the United Reformed Church of Nampa, Idaho has declined the call to Trinity United Reformed Church of St. Catharines, Ontario.

Trinity United Reformed Church of St. Catharines, Ontario has extended a call to Rev. Nick Smith of Nampa United Reformed Church of Nampa, Idaho.

Rev. Quentin Falkena has accepted a call to Cornerstone Christian Church in Medford, OR. The leadership of Cornerstone hopes that that the church will be provisionally accepted by Classis PNW within a year, and ratified at Synod 2020.

The Consistory of Ontario United Reformed Church in Ontario, California has granted Eddy Garcia a license to exhort. We give thanks that Eddy sustained his examination on the evening of June 28, 2018, and we heartily commend him to the churches. Eddy is available to exhort in both the English and Spanish languages. He can be contacted at (909) 251-3240 or at [email protected]. Sincerely, in Christ, Neal Westfall, Clerk

"In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 2, the Consistory of Coram Deo Reformation Church in Littleton, CO announces that we will conduct a licensure exam for Grant Exton on July 31, 2018 @ 7 p.m. (DV). Mr. Exton is a member of Covenant URC (church plant of Coram Deo), an active elder, and is entering his third year of M. Div. studies at New Geneva Theological Seminary in Colorado Springs, CO. The examination will be held at the home of Rev. Vander Meulen (please contact him for his home address at [email protected]). All are welcome to join us."

Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,

In accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order, the Consistory of Grace United Reformed Church (Torrance, CA) wishes to notify the churches of our intention to conduct a licensure examination of Mr. Timothy Lee on July 11, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. Please join us in praying for this brother as he prepares.

Blessings,
Rev. William C. Godfrey
for the Consistory of Grace URC

Rev. James Folkerts, pastor of Faith Reformed Church of Telkwa, BC, has declined the call to the Redeemer URC of Lacombe, AB.

Rev. Quentin Falkena has received a call from Cornerstone Christian Church in Medford, OR.

In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 1, the Consistory of Christ Reformed Church in Washington DC announces that we will conduct a licensure exam for Luke Gossett on July 17, 2018 @ 7 p.m. (DV).  Mr. Gossett is a member of Christ Reformed and has completed his MA in Biblical Studies at Westminster Seminary California.  He is currently pursuing further graduate studies at Catholic University in Washington DC.  The examination will be held at our worship space at 1405 15th Street NW in Washington DC.  All are welcome to join us.

On behalf of the Consistory of Christ Reformed Church,

Micah Van Mersbergen

Clerk

With thanksgiving to God, Cornerstone United Reformed Church of London, Ontario, working closely with our church plant New Horizon Church in Toronto has granted a license to exhort to brother Enoch Chow.  Enoch has concluded his first three semesters of studies at Westminster Theological Seminary (Philadelphia) and is heartily recommended to the churches for service that he might bless God's people as he develops his gifts for pastoral ministry.

Rev. Harry Zekveld of Providence United Reformed Church of Strathroy, ON has declined the call to Adoration URC of Vineland, ON.

Dear brothers,

Greetings in Christ. According to Article 3 and Appendix 2 of the URCNA Church Order, the Consistory of Ontario United Reformed Church hereby announces that we intend to examine Eddy Garcia for licensure on Thursday evening, June 28, 2018, at 7:00pm, at 205 E. Philadelphia St., Ontario, CA, 91761.

Sincerely, for the Ontario URC Consistory,

Neal Westfall, Clerk

Redeemer United Reformed Church of Lacombe, AB has extended a call to Rev. James Folkerts of Faith Reformed Church of Telkwa, BC.

With thanksgiving to God, the Living Water Reformed Church of Brantford, Ontario has granted a licensure to exhort to brother Daniel Hamstra.  Daniel has concluded his first year of studies at Mid-America Reformed Seminary and is heartily recommended to the churches for service that he might bless God's people as he develops his gifts for pastoral ministry.

With the departure of Rev. Huff, the United Reformed Church of Sunnyside is in search of a new Pastor. You can learn more about us at our website, www.sunnysideurc.org. If you would like to discuss this opportunity to serve a growing congregation in the beautiful Yakima Valley of Washington, please contact Elder Jason Smeenk at 509-728-5008 or [email protected].

The Consistory of Cornerstone URC (London ON) announces that Scott Wright (a first year student a M.A.R.S) sustained his licensure examination and has been granted a license to exhort.

In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 1, the Consistory of Messiah's Reformed Fellowship URC (NYC), will conduct a licensure exam for Ritchie Forti on June 23, 2018 @ 7:30 p.m. (DV).  Mr. Forti is a member of Messiahs's.  Mr. Forti has completed his M.Div. at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philidelphia.  The examination will be held at our workspace located at 106 West 32nd Street, New York, NY.  All are welcome to join us.

Mr. Austin Reed will be ordained as a Minister of the Word and Sacraments at Trinity United Reformed Church, Caledonia, MI, during the morning serivce (9:30 AM) on June 10, 2018, the Lord willing.  

Please join the congregation in giving thanks to God in providing us an Associate Pastor.  

Adoration United Reformed Church of Vineland, ON has extended a call to Rev. Harry Zekveld of Providence United Reformed Church of Strathroy, ON.

In joy for God's gracious provision, the Council of Sioux Center United Reformed Church announces that Rev. Jon Bushnell of First CRC of Prinsburg, MN, has accepted the call to serve as our Minister of the Word and Sacraments. To God be the glory!

With gratitude to God, the Council of Trinity United Reformed Church, Caledonia, MI, announces that Mr. Austin Reed has received and accepted a call to serve as our Associate Pastor.  Having sustained his candidacy exam in Classis Michigan, and with his ordination exam waived by Classis, he will be ordained in the near future, the Lord willing.  To God be the glory! 

The Consistory of Oceanside United Reformed Church intends to examine Mr. Caleb Janson for licensure in accordance with Appendix 2 of the Church Order. The exam will take place June 5, 2018, at 7:30pm.

Waupun Grace United Reformed Church (URC) is searching for a full-time pastor as we will be vacant as of the end of May, 2018. Grace URC is a growing, loving, peaceful congregation of 101 souls with a healthy membership mix. Grace URC is located in , WI. Website: www.waupungraceurc.org . Contact the Pastoral Search Committee Clerk, Larry Van Den Berg for more information. All inquiries are confidential. Email: [email protected] Grace United Reformed Church, c/o Larry Van Den Berg, 605 Hazel Street, , WI 53963.

In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 1, the Consistory of Cornerstone URC (London ON), along with the elders of New Horizon URC (Scarborough ON,) will conduct a licensure exam for Enoch Chow on Wednesday May 30, 2018 @ 7:30 p.m. (DV).  Enoch is a member of New Horizon URC, which is a mission work under the supervision of Cornerstone URC (London ON).  Mr. Chow has completed his first year of studies at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philidelphia.  The examination will be held at the New Horizion URC church building located at 2300 Bridletowne Circle, Toronto ON.  All are welcome to join us.

The Consistory of Cornerstone United Reformed Church of Hudsonville, MI announces that Mr. Ottavio Palombaro sustained a licensure examination and is now licensed to exhort.

Sioux Center United Reformed Church of Sioux Center, IA has extended a call to Rev. Jon Bushnell of First CRC of Prinsburg, MN.

In accordance with Church Order Article 3 and Appendix 1, Cornerstone URC (London ON) would like to announce that we will be holding a licensure exam for Scott Wright on Saturday May 12, 2018 @ 3:30 p.m. (DV).  Scott has completed his first year of studies at Mid-America Reformed Seminary.  The examination will be held at the Cornerstone URC church building located at 180 Waterloo St. London.  All are welcome to join us.

In accordance with our church order, the Living Water Reformed Church of Brantford would like to announce that we will be holding a licensure exam for seminary student Daniel Hamstra on May 17, 2018 (DV).  Daniel has completed his first year of studies at Mid-America.  The examination will be held at the Living Water church building located at 1569 Colborne St E Brantford.  All are welcome to join us.

The Council of the Dutton United Reformed Church is delighted to inform the churches that Rev. Talman Wagenmaker of Grace URC in Waupun, Wisconsin has accepted the call to be our next Minister of the Word and Sacraments. We rejoice in God's gracious provision of an undershepherd for His church at Dutton, MI. 

The Council of Dutton United Reformed Church informs the churches that our relationship with Rev. Brian Najapfour has been dissolved in accord with Article 11 of the URCNA Church Order. Rev. Najapfour asked to be released from his pastoral duties in order to pursue full time studies in preparation for returning to the Philippines as a missionary supported by the Heritage Reformed Denomination.         Jerry Lobbezoo, clerk

With praise to God, the Council of Trinity United Reformed Church, Caledonia, MI announces that Mr. Austin Reed has sustained his candidacy exams in Classis Michigan and is eligible for a call in the URCNA.  Mr. Reed can be reached at (760) 617-3993.

Immanuel United Reformed Church, DeMotte, Indiana is seeking to call a Minister of the Word &  Sacrament.  Our beloved pastor Rev. Thomas Wetselaar was recently granted emeritus status under Church Order article 10.  Ordained URCNA ministers who are interested in exploring a potential call or would like more information may confidentially contact us at [email protected].

Having received the concurring advice of Classis Central U.S., the council of Immanuel United Reformed Church, DeMotte, Indiana has granted Rev. Thomas Wetselaar the status of emeritus minister according to Church Order Article 10.   We thank the Lord for Rev. Wetselaar's faithful service to the Church for 30+ years and and pray for the Lord's continued blessings upon him as emeritus pastor.

The United Reformed Church of Sunnyside

Rev. Jordan Huff (509) 837-3363

Posted 3/14/18
07:42 PM EST

The Council of the United Reformed Church of Sunnyside Washington announces that Rev. Jordan Huff is eligible for a call. We heartily recommend him to the churches. Rev. Huff may be contacted at [email protected] or (630) 440-3420.

The Consistory of Cornerstone United Reformed Church of Hudsonville, MI hereby announces its intention to present Mr Ottavio Palambaro with a licensure examination at 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 here at our facilities.

Mr Palambaro is a student at Puritan Reformed Seminary.

With deep thankfulness to God, the council of Surrey Covenant Reformed Church announces that Jason Vander Horst has sustained his ordination exam in Classis Western Canada. We praise God for this development and are eager to ordain him to serve as our minister. Lord willing, the service will take place on Friday, March 2 at 7:30 pm in our church building. 

The consistory of Covenant URC - Byron Center, MI announces that Mr. Eric Van Der Molen has sustained a licensure exam and is eligible to speak a word of edification in the churches.

With thanksgiving to God, Doon United Reformed Church of Doon, Iowa, cordially invites everyone to the installation service of Rev. John Vermeer held Thursday, February 22 at 7:00 pm in our church.

With great joy and thanksgiving to God, the Council of the Bethel United Reformed Church of Brockville, Ontario, announces that Lord willing our Pastor-Elect Martin Peter Van't Hoff will be ordained and installed at a service on Friday, February 16, at 7:00 PM, at our church. You are cordially invited to the Ordination Service.

Contact information for our pastor elect who we look forward to ordaining and installing on January 13, 2018:

Phillip Stoffregen

7724 Hampton Oaks Drive

Portage, Michigan 49024

Phone: 616-216-1422

Email: [email protected]

Myron Rau, Clerk

Covenant URC

Kalamazoo, MI