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Q66: What are the sacraments? A: The sacraments are visible holy signs and seals appointed by God for this end, that by their use He may the more fully declare and seal to us the promise of the Gospel, namely, that of free grace He grants us the forgiveness of sins and everlasting life for […]
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Our meeting began Thursday afternoon with a devotion led by Rev. Michael Voytek concerning heaven reigning now. Afterwards, the body proceeded to business. The roll call showed nine ministers and seven elders present. Acting President Rev. Hank Bowen began the work and was elected as president, with Rev. Cody Schwichtenberg elected as vice president and […]
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Q65: Since, then, we are made partakers of Christ and all His benefits by faith only, where does this faith come from? A: The Holy Spirit works faith in our hearts by the preaching of the Holy Gospel, and confirms it by the use of the holy sacraments. Read more and view the full […]
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In reading the Permanent and Parochial Reports of the Northern Plains Classis, this year might be summed up as taking care of business but holding steady. The pastors are tending to their duties in their churches, and the committees are seeking to make progress within the goals and vision we have as a Classis, but […]
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Q63: Do our good works merit nothing, even though it is God’s will to reward them in this life and in that which is to come? A: The reward comes not of merit, but of grace. Q64: But does not this doctrine make men careless and profane? A: No, for it is impossible that those […]
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A long-standing Christian heritage. Armenian communities have deep historical roots across the region, including in Iran and Jerusalem. Their presence reminds us of the enduring faithfulness of God through generations. Find out more about Christians for Armenia at: https://www.christiansforarmenia.org/Home/tabid/38/Default.aspx
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