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Covenant East Classis President’s Report 2026
I have been honored to serve as your president this past year. The year in God’s providence has proven to be both a challenge and a great encouragement. I would like to thank past presidents, Rev. Campbell and Elder Luquette, for their help. Also, I would like to...
Heidelberg Catechism – Question 53 (Lord’s Day 20)
Q53: What do you believe concerning the “Holy Spirit”? A: First, that He is co-eternal God with the Father and the Son. Second, that He is also given unto me: by true faith makes me a partaker of Christ and all His benefits, comforts me, and shall abide with me...
RFL: What Kind of Regime Change?
What kind of “regime change” does the world truly need? Jesus said, “The kingdom of God is in the midst of you” (Luke 17:21). The transformation He brings is not merely external—it begins in the heart. True change starts with repentance, faith, and obedience to...
Editorial May-June 2026
I suppose most readers of the Reformed Herald are active, faithful, participating members of a local church. That is a good thing! If that doesn’t describe anyone reading this, I urge you to join a Reformed church at once and get involved. If you are not a member at...
Heidelberg Catechism – Question 52 (Lord’s Day 19)
Q52: What comfort is it to you that Christ “shall come to judge the living and the dead”? A: That in all my sorrows and persecutions; I, with uplifted head, look for the very One who offered Himself for me to the judgment of God; and removed all curse from me, to come...
Heidelberg Catechism – Question 51 (Lord’s Day 19)
Q51: What does this glory of Christ, our Head, profit us? A: First, that by His Holy Spirit He pours out heavenly gifts upon us, His members; then, that by His power He defends and preserves us against all enemies. Read more and view the full...
Heidelberg Catechism – Question 50 (Lord’s Day 18)
Q50: Why is it added: “And sits at the right hand of God”? A: Because Christ ascended into heaven for this end, that He might there appear as the Head of His Church, by whom the Father governs all things. Read more and view the full...
Heidelberg Catechism – Question 49 (Lord’s Day 18)
Q49: What benefit do we receive from Christ’s ascension into heaven? A: First, that He is our Advocate in the presence of His Father in heaven. Second, that we have our flesh in heaven as a sure pledge, that He as the Head, will also take us, His members, up to...
WBM: Nepal – Gratitude & Mission Overview
We thank God for His grace and provision for His church in Nepal. In March 2026, Rev. David Voytek and Rev. Howard Sloan traveled to Nepal to strengthen pastors and churches in the Reformed faith. It was a time of teaching, fellowship, and gospel encouragement. Please...
Today in 1714: Virginia Gov. Spotswood takes note of new colony of Germans
While the Reformed Church in the United States was founded in 1725, the honor of organizing the first permanent German Reformed congregation belongs to Rev. Henry Hager and his group of 42 German Reformed settlers at Germanna, Va, whose arrival is noted here by their...