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MINISTERIAL CALLS

Extended:

To Rev. C. Sonnevelt of Lethbridge, Alberta, by the congregation of Sheboygan, Wisconsin.

To Rev. F. Mulder of Wageningen, the Netherlands, by the congregation of Markum, Ontario.

Declined:

By Rev. C. A. Van Dieren of Rijssen, the Netherlands, to the congregation of Picture Butte, Alberta.

By Rev. F. Mulder of Wageningen, the Netherlands, to the congregation of Clifton, New Jersey.

By Rev. C. Sonnevelt of Lethbridge, Alberta, to the congregation of Coveil Ave., Grand Rapids, Michigan.

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

Obituaries

BICKLEY, Dennis K. — Age 64, September 20, 2007; Phoenix, Arizona; Wife — Debra (Van Roekel); Graveside service at Sioux Center, Iowa. (Elder J. Zomer, Genesis 50.)

OVERBEEK, baby Kevin Daniel — September 18, 2007; Woodstock, Ontario; Parents — Leonard & Melissa Overbeek. Rev. J. Spaans, (Ecclesiastes 3:14.)

VAN GROUW, James G. — Age 48, October 5, 2007; Midland Park, New Jersey; Wife — Betty Jean (Vander Weile); Children — Amy Lynn, Anna Marie; Parents — Samuel and Johanna Van Grouw; Brothers — Samuel & Janice, Paul & Carolyn, Steve & Pamela, Timothy & Marnie. (Rev. J. den Hoed, Psalm 61:2.)

VAN RAVENSWAAY, Adrian — Age 81, September 17, 2007; Sioux Center, Iowa; Wife — Helene (Vander Boon); Children — Marilyn & Greg Peter, Joanne & Willis Groeneweg, Esther, Norman & Sherry Van Ravenswaay, Lyle & Mary Van Ravenswaay; Brother — John Van Ravenswaay; 18 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren. (Rev. E. Adams, Amos 4:12.)

VAN TUYL, Mrs. Nellie (nee Westrate) — Age 79; October 7, 2007; Kalamazoo, Michigan; Husband — Peter J. Van Tuyl; Children — Henry and Dorothy Van Tuyl, Mary and Dan Klassen, David and Cristyn Van Tuyl; Mother — Mary Westrate; Brothers — Adrian Westrate, Marinus Westrate (deceased); Sisters — Marie Worley, Jennie Eisenhardt; 5 grandchildren. (Rev. J.B. Zippro, (Psalm 39:7.)

VAN VOORST, Alice G. — Age 88, September 23, 2007; Sioux Center, Iowa; Husband — William (deceased); Children — Wayne & Arlene Van Voorst, James & Linda Van Voorst, Carl & Jan Van Voorst, Marvin & Janice Van Voorst, Dave & Lisa Van Voorst, Janet & Willard Post, Sheryl & Norm Vande Berg, Esther & Ron Vander Brink, Norma & Steve Van Vliet, Ruth & Warren Vander Helm, Leanne & Mike Klootwyk; Brother — Jacob & Priscilla Dibbet; Sisters — Gertrude & John Draayer, Arlene & Alvin Hoogendoorn; 40 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren. (Rev. E. Adams, Ecclesiastes 7:2.)

VERBLAAUW, Mrs. Wilhelmina (Vroegindewey) — Age 92, October 2, 2007; North Haledon, New Jersey; Husband — Tunis (deceased); Children — Rodney & Geraldine, Kenneth & Robyn, Nancy; Sister — Mary Vroegindewey; 6 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren. (Rev. J. den Hoed, Psalm 37:18.)

Education

REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, NORWICH, ONTARIO, is still looking for qualified teachers to fill elementary and/or secondary positions. There is an urgent need for a secondary/intermediate teacher for the second semester of this school year. 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 resumés to the secretary of the school board, Mr. Corney Van Wyk, fax (519) 485-1258, or post to 394483 Salford Road, Salford, Ontario, Canada N0J 1W0.

TIMOTHY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, CHILLIWACK, BRITISH COLUMBIA, has the following ongoing needs:

• An experienced/trained Bible teacher, who ideally has had experience teaching Bible in the upper intermediate and secondary grades.

• Classroom and subject-specific teachers at the elementary and high school levels. Only individuals who can be certified in the province of British Columbia should apply. For clarification regarding certification please contact our principal.

• A part-time business administrator.

For more information and to submit applications please contact the principal, Mr. Doug Stam, (604) 794-7114, or the school board president, Mr. Wim Neels, (604) 858-8834.

Family Support Directory

We would like to provide moral, ethical, and emotional support for families, both young and old, who have a child or children with either a disability or disorder of any kind. We would do this by means of a directory, thereby making it possible to share information with other parents having similar needs. To assist us in this undertaking, please send us your name, address, telephone and fax numbers, and a short explanation of the disorder and age of the child. With this information we can place you in contact with those who have similar needs. Please send the information to Peter & Corrie Vandenberg, Box 428, Picture Butte, Alberta T0K 1V0. Telephone (403) 732-5689, fax (403) 732-5089, e-mail agathek@telus.net.

In Memoriam

On September 17th, 2007, the Lord suddenly removed Deacon Adrian Van Ravenswaay from the midst of his family and the congregation of Sioux Center. He was able to serve the congregation in the office of deacon for almost thirty years with love and concern for its well-being. May the Lord remember the mourning family and bless this calling to all of our hearts.

Renewal and Gift Subscriptions

The Lord has again permitted and enabled us to publish our denominational periodical The Banner of Truth during the past year. We will, the Lord willing, soon enter another new year. At this time of the year, it is necessary to renew your subscription and also any gift subscriptions which you are responsible for so that The Banner of Truth may be forwarded to you without interruption. A self-addressed envelope is included for the convenience of those who are subscribing on an individual basis. We have had to raise our subscription rates this year due to increased costs for both printing and mailing. Please forward your renewal for 2008 prior to the end of 2007. Those who receive The Banner of Truth through their own congregation, need not respond to this notice. We are grateful for your continued support and pray that the Lord will again provide for all of our needs for the coming year.

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.

35th Wedding Anniversary

The Lord willing,
our dear parents and grandparents,

Mr. & Mrs. Jerald Fluit

hope to commemorate their 35th wedding anniversary on November 17, 2007.

“It is of the LORD’s mercies that we are not consumed, because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is Thy faithfulness” (Lamentations 3:22-23)

It is our wish that the Lord may bless them, and be near to them in the years to come.

5549 Birchview Dr. SE, Kentwood, MI 49508

45th Wedding Anniversary

The Lord willing,
our dear parents and grandparents,

William & Teuni Slingerland
(nee Vanden Berg)

hope to commemorate their 45th wedding
anniversary on November 13, 2007.

“Shew me Thy ways, O Lord; teach me
Thy paths” (Psalm 25:4).

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

Box 421
Picture Butte, Alberta, Canada T0K 1V0

50th Wedding Anniversary

The Lord willing,
our dear parents and grandparents,

Marvin & Jeanette Van Beek
(nee Van Voorst)

hope to commemorate their 50th wedding
anniversary on November 21, 2007.

“Hitherto hath the Lord helped us”
(1 Samuel 7:12b).

Our wish for them is that the Lord will bless
them not only for time but also for
the great eternity.

404 2nd Street, Alvord, 1A 51247

60th Wedding Anniversary

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

Gerrit & Emma Roskam
(nee Schelling)

hope to commemorate their 60th wedding
anniversary on December 2, 2007.

“O give thanks unto the Lord; for He is good:
for His mercy endureth forever”
(Psalm 136:1).

May the Lord remember them and bless them.

11171st Avenue, Sioux Center, IA 51250

Commemorative Book

The Netherlands Reformed Book and Publishing Committee has been searching for a way by which our congregations in North America may share with our sister congregations in the Netherlands the Lord’s faithfulness and goodness in allowing our denomination to continue for one hundred years. In 1907, the Lord gave two people, Rev. G.H. Kersten and Rev. N.H. Beversluis, the desire and the ability to begin laying the groundwork for the Netherlands Reformed Congregations. Our Book and Publishing Committee wishes to introduce a new book entitled Rev. G. H. Kersten, Facets of His Life and Work. We have made every attempt to keep the cost down; therefore, we can offer it to you at $10.00 per book. May it be the Lord’s will that it bear spiritual fruits amongst us, and may all redound to the glory of His great and holy Name.

Book and Publishing Committee
Rev. J. den Hoed, Chairman

Bible Truth Books

New Titles Available

By Grace Alone...Fifty Years as a Congregation—The Netherlands Reformed Congregation of Markham, Ontario, has compiled and published this book commemorating their 50th anniversary as a congregation. In addition to a list of historical remembrances, the book also contains sermons by Rev. den Boer, Rev. Lamain, Rev. Spaans, and Rev. A.H. Verhoef which were preached on memorable occasions in the history of the congregation. Also included are biographical sketches of their two former ministers, Rev. C. Hegeman and Rev. W Suyker, as well as a sermon from each and accounts of their installations and farewell addresses. Hardcover, $13.00.

Which Way Are You Going?—a collection of more than 70 short religious stories for young and old, published by the consistory of Rock Valley, Iowa. Paperback, 90 pages, $3.30.

William Bradford, Plymouth’s Faithful Pilgrim, by G. Schmidt. This historical book follows the beginnings and history of the well-known Separatist settlement in Plymouth, Massachusetts, through the means of Bradford’s journals and letters. It is best suited for those between the ages of 12-15. Paperback, 200 pages, $9.40.

In Search of Freedom by J. Broome—a history of the Pilgrims. Paperback, 164 pages, $7.75.

By Faith—Sermons on Hebrews 11 by Thomas Manton—a series of 65 sermons dealing with Hebrews 11:1-31. Hardcover, $25.25.

George Whitefield’s Journal—the autobiography of George Whitefield and his journals from 1737-1745. The journals make up the majority of the book and give a detailed account of his labors during the time of the Great Awakening in England and in the American colonies. Paperback, 595 pages, $18.50.

The Life of George Whitefield by Arnold Dalimore. Hardcover, 2 volumes, $75.00.

“Send Forth Thy Light and Truth” by the choir of the First Netherlands Reformed Congregation of Grand Rapids, Michigan—a CD of the church choir’s annual Psalter program, recorded in 2007, $13.00.

The above prices do not include shipping charges.

Bible Truth Books
P.O. Box 1290
Grand Rapids, MI 49501-1290
Phone/Fax (616) 776-2593
E-mail: BibleTruthBooks@igateweb.come

Blue Book Sermons

The Macedonia Mission Society has free sermon booklets available to anyone who would like to order them. Booklets numbered 200 to 345 are especially in good supply. Please place your order with:

Macedonia Mission Society
P.O. Box 607
Wyckoff, NJ 07481-0607
201-891-3233

Chilliwack Youth Conference

The Far West Youth Conference was held this year from July 24-July 27, 2007, at the Bear Paw Camp in Newport, Washington. Forty-nine young people from British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Washington, Michigan, and Montana enjoyed topics presented by Rev. Van Ruitenburg and Rev. Vergunst.

The Lord willing, we hope to have the conference at a new facility in 2008. This facility is located only an hour’s drive from Chilliwack and is scheduled for August 18-20. If you have any questions or comments please contact Katrina Maljaars, tel. (604) 794-7145 or e-mail tomkatmal@shaw.ca.

Audiotapes or CD’s of the topics presented at this year’s conference are available from Mr. G. Eckhardt, 9110 Garden Drive, Chilliwack, BC V2P 5M7; tel. (604) 795-7126, fax (604) 795-0092, e-mail geckhard@dowco.com.

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.

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