Search Canadian Reformed Synod Acts
Note: Indexing of synods is still progressing.
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- Use Synod(s) to indicate which synod(s) you want to search.
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- Use Search term to search for something within the Synod(s) and Topic you have specified. To create an AND search, enter the terms separated by a comma. to search for a phrase, place the phrase between quotation marks.
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- To search for decisions regarding the Reformed Churches of Brazil that mention the Presbyterian Church in Brazil, select Search: “IPB”, Synod(s): “All Synods”, Topic(s): “IRB” and click “Submit”.
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GS 2022 art 44
GS 2022 Article 44 – CWeb (Committee for the Website) 1. Material 1.1 Report of the Committee for the Federation Website (CWeb) (8.2.7).1.2 Letter from the Ancaster CanRC (8.3.7.1) requesting that GS 2022 mandate the CWeb to make available English translations of all Dutch materials in the Acts of General Synods 1954, 1958, 1962 and […]
July 18, 2022
GS 2022 art 43
GS 2022 Article 43 – Overture RSE 2020 to remove the bracketed qualifier “For the Second Service” from the Abbreviated Form for the Celebration of the Lord’s Supper 1. Material 1.1. RSE 2020 Overture to Remove the Bracketed Qualifier from the Abbreviated Lord’s Supper Form (8.4.2). 1.2 Letters from the following CanRC: Ancaster (8.5.2.1), Brampton-Grace […]
GS 2022 art 42
GS 2022 Article 42 – GS 2019 Expenses 1. Material 1.1 Letter from the Guelph-Emmanuel CanRC with regards to General Synod expenses. (8.1.5) (see Appendix 25). 2. Admissibility The letter was declared admissible. 3. Decision Synod decided: 3.1 To adopt the following guidelines for General Synod expenses for the convening of a general synod and […]
GS 2022 art 41
GS 2022 Article 41 – ARPC – Fraternal Observer Address Rev. Jeff Temple introduced Rev. Jeff Kingswood and Rev. Tim Collins, credentialed delegates of the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church (ARPC) to observe our synod. Rev. Kingswood addressed Synod, describing the ARPC, noting some of the issues before it, and speaking with gratitude of the growing relationship between the […]
GS 2022 art 40
GS 2022 Article 40 – RCNZ – Fraternal Delegate Address Rev. Karlo Janssen introduced Rev. David Stares, credentialed delegate of the Reformed Churches in New Zealand (RCNZ). Rev. Stares addressed Synod via video conferencing, describing how the RCNZ live in the New Zealand context, and speaking appreciatively of the relationship between the RCNZ and CanRC. The full text […]
GS 2022 art 4
GS 2022 Article 4 – Constitution of Synod On behalf of the convening church, Rev. Feenstra declared Synod constituted. Rev. Ludwig thanked the assembly for the confidence expressed in the elected officers of Synod. He expressed appreciation to the convening church for all the work done in preparation for Synod. The chairman then called for a break […]
July 4, 2022
GS 2022 art 39
GS 2022 Article 39 – Reopening Synod reopened in plenary session. The chairman had the meeting sing Psalm 136:1,2,3. He observed that all synod members were present.
July 18, 2022
GS 2022 art 38
GS 2022 Article 38 – Overture RSE 2020 to remove the bracketed qualifier “For the Second Service” from the Abbreviated Form for the Celebration of the Lord’s Supper Committee 3 presented draft 1 of a report on Overture RSE 2020 to remove the bracketed qualifier. The report was discussed. The committee took the report back […]
GS 2022 art 37
GS 2022 Article 37 – SCBP (Standing Committee for the Publication of the Book of Praise) Committee 1 presented draft 1 of a report on the Report of the Standing Committee for the Publication of the Book of Praise (8.6.7.1), seeking advice and direction. The report was discussed. The committee took the matter back for […]
GS 2022 art 36
GS 2022 Article 36 – Coaldale request re GS 2019 Art. 62 and 64 1. Material 1.1 Letter from the Coaldale CanRC addressed to the convening church of General Synod (8.7.1). Coaldale notes inconsistencies in the way GS 2019 dealt with matters on the agenda, as noted in Articles 62 and 64. It recommended that […]
GS 2022 art 35
GS 2022 Article 35 – Acts The prepared articles of the Acts were corrected and adopted. It was determined that a second review of the acts of Wednesday evening would be done prior to adoption.
GS 2022 art 34
GS 2022 Article 34 – Reopening Synod reopened in plenary session. The chairman observed all synod members were present. He welcomed everyone, including two new fraternal observers. He had those present sing Psalm 67:1,2 and read Philippians 1:12-30. Prior to prayer he informed the assembly that Dr. Reuben Bredenhof had accepted his appointment as Professor […]
GS 2022 art 33
GS 2022 Article 33 – Closing The first clerk and chairman made some announcements regarding agenda items and housekeeping matters. Rev. Jeff Temple read Psalm 133 and led in closing prayer, expressing thanks for our relationships and bringing the needs of the KPCK, FRCNA, FRCA, and FRCSA before the Lord.
July 12, 2022
GS 2022 art 32
GS 2022 Article 32 – General Fund 1. Material 1.1 Report of the General Fund by the Carman East CanRC (8.2.13.1) (see Appendix 26). 1.2 Financial Review of the General Fund by the Carman West CanRC (8.2.13.2). This report indicates that the books were found to be in good order. 2. Admissibility 2.1 The reports […]
GS 2022 art 31
GS 2022 Article 31 – Days of Prayer 1. Material 1.1 Report from the Burlington-Rehoboth CanRC and the Edmonton-Providence CanRC responsible for calling Days of Prayer (CO Art. 54) (8.2.10). 1.2 Letter from the Grassie-Covenant CanRC (8.3.10.1) requesting more clarity with regard to the process of calling for a Day of Prayer and expressing concern […]
GS 2022 art 30
GS 2022 Article 30 – Address Church 1. Material 1.1 Report of the Address Church, the Burlington-Ebenezer CanRC (8.2.9). No materials have been received on behalf of the federation since the last General Synod. To increase awareness of the presence and function of the Address Church, it was recommended that General Synod instruct the Committee […]
GS 2022 art 3
GS 2022 Article 3 – Election of Officers The following officers were elected to serve Synod for its duration: Chairman: Rev. John Ludwig Vice-chairman: Rev. Eric Kampen First Clerk: Rev. Karlo Janssen Second Clerk: Rev. Carl Van Dam
July 4, 2022
GS 2022 art 29
GS 2022 Article 29 – Archives 1. Material 1.1 Report of the Burlington-Ebenezer CanRC re Archives (8.2.3.1). This report includes a suggestion for an addition to the Synod Guidelines and a Mandate for maintaining the Archives. 1.2 Report of the Burlington Waterdown-Rehoboth CanRC re Inspection of the Archives (8.2.3.2). 1.3 Letter from the Willoughby Heights […]
July 12, 2022
GS 2022 art 28
GS 2022 Article 28 – FRCSA – Fraternal Delegate Address Rev. Carl Van Dam introduced Rev. Pieter Boon, credentialed delegate of the Free Reformed Churches in South Africa (FRCSA). Rev. Boon addressed Synod describing the FRCSA. He expressed gratitude for our close sister-church relationship, which has intensified in recent years, especially in the area of theological education. He […]
GS 2022 art 27
GS 2022 Article 27 – FRCA – Fraternal Delegate Address Rev. Karlo Janssen introduced Rev. Axel Hagg and Rev. Stephen ’t Hart, credentialed delegates of the Free Reformed Churches of Australia (FRCA). Rev. Hagg addressed Synod describing the FRCA and expressing gratitude for our close sister-church relationship. He explained how the FRCA are looking at establishing theological education in […]
July 11, 2022
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