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MINISTERIAL CALLS

Extended:

To Rev. A.H. Verhoef of St. Catharines, Ontario, by the congregation of Scherpenisse, the Netherlands.

To Rev. C. Sonnevelt of Lethbridge, Alberta, by the congregation of Coveil Avenue, Grand Rapids, Michigan.

To Rev. F. Mulder of Wageningen, the Netherlands, by the congregation of Clifton, New Jersey.

To Rev. C.A. Van Dieren of Rijssen, the Netherlands, by the congregation of Picture Butte, Alberta.

Declined:

By Rev. W. Visscher of Amersfoort, the Netherlands, to the congregation of Kalamazoo, Michigan.

By Rev. A.H Verhoef of St. Catharines, Ontario, to the congregation of Scherpenisse, the Netherlands.

Obituaries

MENGER, Wolter (Bob) — Age 75, August 13, 2007; Chilliwack, B.C.; Wife — Janna; Children — Lenie, Bert (deceased), Ed & Eileen Menger; Sisters — Lenie, Jannie, Beppie; 4 grandchildren. (Rev. P. Van Ruitenburg, John 3:1-18.)

VANDEBRINK, Klaas — Age 79, August 9, 2007; Salford, Ontario, Canada; Wife — Hendrika (Veldjesgraaf); Children — Anna & Dick Stubbe, Wilma & Ernest Scholten, Ben & Rhea Vande- Brink, Brenda & Andy Joosse, Ken & Joanne VandeBrink, Harv & Esther VandeBrink, Ria & Henry Goor, Sandra & Jack Leeuwenburgh, Dianne & Ken Van Manen; 37 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. (Rev. J. Spaans, Psalm 90:12.)

VAN RAVENSWAAY, Jamie Wayne — Age 21, August 22, 2007; Burgessville, Ontario, Canada; Son of Allen & Jeanette Van Ravenswaay; Sisters — Melissa & Aaron Stubbe, Colleen, Brittany; Brother — Bradley; Grandparents — Evert & Jacoba (deceased) Van Ravenswaay, Kees & Marsha Van Manen; Special friend — Vanessa Van Esch. (Rev. J. Spaans, Job 14:1-5.)

Correction:

There was an inadvertent mistake in the Driesen obituary placed in the August Banner of Truth. We offer our apologies to the bereaved family for entering their names incorrectly. Following is the correct information:

DRIESEN, Harold — Age 58, June 15, 2007; Sioux Center, Iowa; Wife — Joann (Van Voorst); Children — Harlan & Dawn Driesen, Sandra & Kevin Post, Michael & Tori Driesen, Heather & Todd Van Voorst; Brothers — Ed (deceased), Harvey; Sister — Kathy Vande Hoef; 10 grandchildren. (Rev. E. Adams, Psalm 90:12.)

Education

CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, MONARCH, ALBERTA. For 2007-2008 we still need one elementary (grade 5) teacher and one secondary teacher. Secondary applicants with a strong interest in either English and social studies or girls’ physical education and home economics are preferred, but applicants with an interest in other subject areas are also very welcome. Please inquire. We also need a special needs aide for middle/high school. (For this position, post-secondary training and an ability to work with academically challenged children is a must.) For more information about these positions, please contact the principal, Mr. William Grisnich, at school (403) 381-3030, or home (403) 320-1650, or via e-mail wgrisnich@ccschool.ca. Applications for the above positions should be faxed to the secretary of the school board, Mr. Clarence Visser, (403) 756-3374.

REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, NORWICH, ONTARIO. For the coming school year, 2007-2008, we are looking for qualified teachers to fill elementary and/or secondary positions. Those interested are kindly invited to apply. For more information please contact the principal, Mr. John Heikoop, (519) 863-2403, or the board chairman, Mr. Len Vanderweerd, (519) 468-3281. Send applications and resumes to the secretary of the school board, Mr. Corney Van Wyk, fax (519) 485-1258, or post to

In Memoriam

On August 9, 2007, it pleased the Lord to take out of the midst of his family and the congregation of Norwich, Mr. Klaas VandeBrink at the age of 79. For 38 years he faithfully served the congregation as a deacon with the gifts which the Lord had given him. May the Lord graciously remember the family and provide them with the comfort that only He can give.

Farewell Announcement

Rev. P. Bazen

The consistory of the congregation of Picture Butte, Alberta, announces that the farewell service of Rev. Peter Bazen in connection with his accepting the call to the congregation of Rock Valley, Iowa, has been rescheduled for Tuesday, October 16, 2007, D.V.

Installation Announcement

Rev. P. Bazen

Because of continuing weakness following open heart surgery and upon the advice of his doctors, Rev. P. Bazen has requested that his installation in the congregation of Rock Valley, Iowa, as their undershepherd and pastor, be rescheduled for Wednesday, October 24, 2007, D.V.

The Banner of Truth on Cassette Tapes

Our monthly issues of the articles in The Banner of Truth are available on cassette tapes and in MP3 format for those who have difficulty reading. These tapes are produced by a committee in Canada, and the cost for a twelve month period is $50.00 both in the United States and Canada, which includes postage. The tapes can be obtained commencing with the March 2005 issue. Tapes can be ordered from Mr. George Eckhardt, 9110 Garden Drive, Chilliwack, BC V2P 5M7, or by e-mail geckhardt@dowco.com.

New Church Building

Corsica, South Dakota

Tuesday evening, September 4, 2007, was an historic occasion for the congregation of Corsica, South Dakota. On that evening the congregation gathered together on the property where they hope to build their new church, D.V. At the opening of the gathering, the members were asked to sing Psalter 368, and the Lord’s indispensable blessing was requested upon this large undertaking. Rev. Adams then read Psalm 132 and spoke some appropriate words relating to the occasion, using as his text verse 8, “Arise, O LORD, into Thy rest; Thou, and the ark of Thy strength.” Before leaving the building site, the oldest member of the consistory, Mr. Cornie Blom, and Mr. Andy Spaans, representative of the building committee, made a symbolic beginning to the construction by turning over two shovels of dirt. The congregation then went to their existing church building for a regular service to further implore the Lord’s blessing upon this weighty undertaking.

The text for the evening was Ezra 3:11&12. The theme of the message was “The laying of the foundation of the second temple.” Rev. Adams used the following four points to bring the message: 1. a blessed unity; 2. a necessary altar; 3. a profound rejoicing; and 4. a sorrowful weeping.

The wish and prayer was expressed that it would please the Lord to fulfill for us and our dear children in the midst of the congregation and the community, in this dark and evil time, that which the prophet Haggai prophesied regarding the building of the second temple. Of that prophecy we read in Chapter 2:9, “The glory of this latter house shall be greater than the former, saith the LORD of hosts: and in this place will I give peace, saith the LORD of hosts.” May the necessity be felt to pray unceasingly and fervently for the work of the Holy Spirit to make room for the Mediator Jesus Christ in the hearts of many sinners as the way to the Father, to the coming of His kingdom, and to the glory of His great and worthy name.

Address Correction

Denominational Yearbook

North American General Mission
c/o Elder J. Van Brugge
377 Poldon Drive
Norwich, Ontario, Canada N0J1P0

Fighters for the Truth

Volume 5 of Mrs. Vogelaar’s Church History series is now available. The title is Fighters for the Truth. It deals with the Reformation in England, France and the Netherlands. Topics included are the Puritans, John Knox, The Huguenots and the Synod of Dordt.

Rehoboth Christian School in Norwich is selling the books as a fundraiser. The cost is $12.00 U.S. and $15.00 Canadian per copy. Individual copies can be ordered from Bible Truth Books. Phone/Fax (616) 776-2593. Larger quantities can be ordered from Rehoboth Christian School. Phone (519) 863-2403 or Fax (519) 863-3984.

50th Wedding Anniversary

The Lord willing, our dear parents,
grandparents and great-grandparents,

Mr. Evert & Mrs. Elizabeth
vande Bruinhorst
(nee van Middendorp)

hope to commemorate their 50th wedding
anniversary on October 4, 2007.

“Be careful for nothing but in every thing
by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving
let your requests be made known unto God.
And the peace of God, which passeth
all understanding shall keep your hearts
and minds through Christ Jesus”
(Philippians 4:6&7).

We wish them the Lord’s blessing and
presence in the unknown future.

Box 116, Nobleford, AB, Canada T0L ISO

50th Wedding Anniversary

The Lord willing, our dear parents,
grandparents and great-grandparents,

John & Hilly Den Boer
(nee Van Oort)

hope to commemorate their 50th wedding
anniversary on October 29, 2007.

We wish them the Lord’s blessing and
presence in the unknown future.

7538 Arbutus Dr., Agassiz, BC V0M 1A2

Anniversary and other announcements will be placed upon request. A donation for their placement would be appreciated. For consistency, size is limited. Please send your request to the managing editor, Dr. E. Nieuwenhuis, whose address is shown inside the front cover. Requests for placement should be made by the 10th of the month prior to the month of publication.

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