Report of Classis West
This report documents the proceedings of Classis West, including an officebearers' conference on the Five Solas of the Reformation, the examination and ordination of Pastor-elect Matthew DeBoer, the emeritation of Rev. Ronald Hanko after 38 years of service, and other ecclesiastical matters. The resource provides insight into Protestant Reformed church polity, ministerial examination standards, and the governance structures of the denomination.
Classis West did not officially convene until Wednesday, September 27, two noteworthy events took place the day before. First, an officebearers' conference was held in Hull PRC. In connection with the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, the conference was entitled "The Five Solas and How They Matter for the Ministry." Rev. C. Griess spoke on "Scripture Alone," Rev. A. Brummel on "Faith Alone," Rev. E. Guichelaar on "Grace Alone," Rev. R. Barnhill on "Christ Alone," and Rev. B. Huizinga on...
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