NEWS, ANNOUNCEMENTS & EVENTS

CHURCH NEWS

MINISTERIAL CALLS

Extended

To Rev. H. Hofman of Kalamazoo, Michigan by the Sheboygan/Waupun, Wisconsin congregations.

To Rev. J. Spaans of Norwich, Ontario by the Lynden, Washington congregation.

Declined

By Rev. H. Hofman of Kalamazoo, Michigan, to the Aalst and Vlaardingen, the Netherlands congregations, and the Sheboygan/Waupun, Wisconsin congregations.

By Rev. M. Mondria of Waardenburg, the Netherlands, to the Hamilton, Ontario congregation.

By Rev. B. Van Der Heiden of Woerden, the Netherlands, to the Clifton, New Jersey congregation.

By Rev. A. Moerkerken of Nieuw-Beijerland, the Netherlands, to the Franklin Lakes, New Jersey congregation.

Accepted in the Netherlands

By Rev. A. Moerkerken of Nieuw-Beijerland to Gouda.

CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS

NATIONAL PRAYER DAY

President Ronald Reagan has set May 7, 1987 as the annual National Day of Prayer for the United States. May Cod command His blessing, and grant us prayer and prayer services that may call us back to His law and testimony (Is. 8:20) as a nation.

CURATORIUM (Final Announcement)

The Curatorium hopes to meet on June 23 at 9:00 AM, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the Lord willing with those who may have received a consistorial attest with respect to either (1) a ministerial, or (2) a ministerial/ missionary calling.

Consequently, any male member of our denomination who is persuaded that the Lord has called him personally to saving conversion and the ministry of God’s Word at this time, should contact a local consistory member in the coming weeks. Upon such a request, consistories of vacant churches should notify their moderator for his counsel prior to granting attestation. In turn, those who receive a consistorial attest should send it to the clerk of the Curatorium prior to May 15 (Rev. J.R. Beeke, 2115 Romence, N.E., Grand Rapids, Ml 49503). A list of questions will then be sent to the consistory(ies) involved for completion.

May God be pleased to gladden us with His deeds in 1987 through the calling and thrusting forth of several men into His white and ready harvest. Due to the sad fact that we presently have only one student in our theological school despite numerous pulpit vacancies, the Curatorium decided to request that a special prayer service for the divine provision of ministers be held in the congregations in the spring of this year. May the Lord graciously answer our prayer-gatherings by providing our many vacant congregations with undershep-herds to richly proclaim the Chief Shepherd.

May God’s blessing rest upon this announcement. The need for truly converted and internally called office-bearers is great — not only for ordained ministers, but also for elders and deacons. May the Lord take reasons out of Himself to raise up many among us for these respective callings, and enable them to serve with godly simplicity and humility in the midst of the church militant.

—JRB

DEDICATION SERVICE OF THE ENLARGED CHURCH BUILDING AT NORWICH, ONTARIO

The evening of February 25, 1987 was a joyful one for the Netherlands Reformed congregation of Norwich, Ontario as friends from near and far gathered to dedicate the 600-seat addition of the church building to the service of the Lord

Following the votum and salutation, the pastor of the rapidly-expanding congregation, Rev. J. Spaans, opened a new pulpit Bible while the audience sang Psalter #334. Subsequent to the reading of Genesis 26 and the Belgic Confession, article 27, the local pastor led in prayer to beseech the Lord for His blessing upon the completed addition. His text for this special occasion was Genesis 26:22, “And he called the name of it Reho-both; and he said, For now the Lord hath made room for us, and we shall be fruitful in the land.” The theme of the dedicatory sermon was Rehoboth, which was expounded in the following thoughts:

1. Where room was made: in the house of God.

2. For whom room was made: for us and our children.

3. For what purpose room was made: the fruitfulness of God’s glory and the salvation of sinners.

Additional speakers for the evening, who extended their well-wishes, addressed the congregation in the following order: Rev. J.R. Beeke, on behalf of Classis East; Rev. C. Vogelaar, on behalf of the congregations in Ontario; Mr. J. Heleniak, as mayor of the township of Norwich; and Elder W.H. Pas, as chairman of the Building Committee and consistory representative.

To place an announcement, simply type (or print neatly) your information, enclose $5.00, and forward to “News and Events,” 2115 Romence St. N.E., Grand Rapids, Ml 49503 by the 10th of the month preceding publication.

After a word of closing, Rev. Spaans requested the singing of Psalter 422:6 (standing), and pronounced the benediction. Subsequently, fellowship transpired in the new lobby and reading room where coffee was served.

May God’s blessing richly rest on our sister flock in Norwich, together with its pastor and congregation. May the external expansion become symbolic of internal expansion in terms of conversions and spiritual growth worked by the Holy Ghost for Christ’s sake, by faith, and out of free, sovereign grace.

—JRB

YOUTH DAY CONFERENCE

Classis East Youth Day Conference will be held, the Lord willing, in Norwich, Ontario on July 4, 1987, commencing at 9:00 a.m. In addition to youth speakers, Rev. J. Spaans and Rev. C. Vogelaar will address us. Mr. G. Moerdyk hopes to be present to ask questions of the children. All are heartily welcome.

For accommodations, write or phone:

Mr. C.W. Sommer, clerk

R.R. 1 Salford, Ontario NO] 1W0 Canada

(519) 485-5428

May the Lord add His blessing.

—JRB

COLLEGE-LEVEL COURSES OFFERED

Three courses will be offered this summer in conjuntion with the Teachers’s Conference at Norwich, Ontario (see page 98 for details).

OBITUARIES

POTTER, Stephen-Age 22; Feb. 22, 1987; Wayland, Ml; Parents — Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Potter; sisters — Mrs. Bruce (June) Smith; Nancy Potter; brother —James Potter; Grandmother: Mrs. Andrew Vander Male. (Rev. J.R. Beeke, Ps. 39:9.)

VAN’T HOF, Christian |.-Age 91; Feb. 18, 1987, Grand Rapids, Ml; Wife —Kate; six children —four daughters and two sons. (Rev. J.R. Beeke, Lk. 2:29-30.)

In Memoriam

CHRISTIAN J. VAN’T HOF

On February 18, 1987, Mr. Christian J. Van’t Hof passed away and was delivered from strife in this life to receive the desire of his heart. He was 91 years old and resided in the Christian Rest Home for three years, at Grand Rapids, Michigan. He served many years on the School Board for Hasting Street Christian School and also served the Division Ave, Ottawa, and Crescent St. Netherlands Reformed Congregations as deacon and elder for over thirty years. He is survived by his dear wife Kate, six children, 21 grandchildren, and 46 great-grandchildren.

He was buried from the Van’t Hof Chapel by Rev. J.R. Beeke, whose text was Luke 2:29-30, on February 21, 1987.

—MV

TEACHERS

PLYMOUTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, Grand Rapids:

Plymouth Christian Schools of Grand Rapids, Michigan have need for certified teachers for the coming 1987-88 school year, the Lord willing. The elementary school needs an early elementary teacher as well as a part time teacher for remedial instruction. For information, please call Mr. David Engelsma, principal, at 616-458-4367 or write to 1000 Ball Ave., N.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49505. The high school needs to fill openings in the areas of English as well as social studies. For information, please contact Mr. Richard Ten Elshof, principal, at 616-454-9481 or write to 965 Plymouth Ave., N.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49505.

TIMOTHY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, Chilliwack:

The Timothy Christian School of Chilliwack, British Columbia is seeking applications for two high school teaching positions —one for Industrial Education, and the second preferably for Math and Science, for the 1987-88 school year. The industrial position involves full-time instruction at the high-school level (grades 8-12) in drafting, woodworking, and metalworking courses. For further information, please contact Mr. James W. Beeke, principal, Timothy Christian School, 50420 Castleman Road, R.R.2, Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 6H4 (604-794-7114 school or 604-794-7109 home).

REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, Norwich:

The Rehoboth Christian School in Norwich looks forward to receiving applications for several fulltime positions. For next year we will need a fulltime teacher at the primary level, one at the junior level, one at the intermediate and secondary levels. Available courses for the last two positions will include English, Math, Business subjects, Phys. Ed. and Industrial Arts. Other combinations could be arranged too. If you are interested in applying or if you want more information, please contact Mr. Martien Vanderspek (519-863-2403) or Mr. Henry Scholten (519-863-3825), or write to Rehoboth Christian School, Box 220, Norwich, Ont. N0J 1P0.

CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, Lethbridge:

The Calvin Christian School in Monarch, Alberta needs several qualified teachers for the 1987-88 school year, D.V. There will be openings at the elementary level, especially for primary teachers. Secondary teachers can also apply with regard to expansion into senior high — a combination of various subjects, if possible. Experience is considered an asset for all positions. For further information, contact Mr. A. H. Verhoef, principal (403) 381 -3030 or 381 -4434. Send application to Mr. A.M. de Wilde, P.O. Box 142, Monarch, Alta. TOL 1M0 (403) 824-3635.

POMPTON PLAINS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, New Jersey

The Pompton Plains Netherlands Reformed Christian School of Pompton Plains, New Jersey is seeking applications for an upper elementary teacher. Interested persons please contact: Donald Van Grouw, 258 Fairview Ave., Prospect Park, NJ 07508 (201) 595-6417 or Adrian Van Zweden, 659 Alps Road, Wayne, NJ 07470 (201) 694-2407.

MOUNT CHEAM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, Chilliwack, B.C.

Due to increasing enrollment, we need another teacher for the elementary grades. Inquiries and applications may be directed to the principal, A. Stoutjesdyk, 47170 Bell Rd., Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 6H5. (604) 792-8756 (home); (604) 754-3072 (school).

ROCK VALLEY/SIOUX CENTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, Iowa: The Netherlands Reformed Christian School of Rock Valley/Sioux Center is seeking applications to fill the following positions: Elementary teacher, grade six; High school industrial arts, full time; High school librarian, part time; and High school art teacher, part time. Address inquiries and applications to Harold Schelling, principal, Netherlands Reformed Christian School, Rural Route 1, Box 269K, Rock Valley, Iowa 51247 (712-476-2821 or 712-722-1131).

Obituary notices are printed tree of charge and are submitted by the officiating minister; marriage and anniversary notices will be charged at $5.00 per issue and must be individually submitted. Other announcements and/or requests will be approved by the editorial committee on an individual basis as received. (Church events or school needs, such as upcoming classical meetings, “teachers wanted,” office-bearer conferences or youth day conferences will be announced free of charge.)

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