Edmonton Immanuel Canadian Reformed Church

3:00 p.m. Rev. Julius VanSpronsen Preservice Song: Psalm 98:4 (Page 241) *Votum and Salutation * Psalm 101:1, 2 (page 243) *Profession of Faith: Apostle's Creed (recited together) (page 493, Book of Praise) Hymn 7:1 (page 366)Prayer Scripture Reading: Titus 1:10-3:15 (page 998) Your Law, O God, is our Delight: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (page 91, Supplement) Sermon: Matthew 6:10b (page 811) , Lord's Day 49, Heidelberg Catechism (page 562, Book of Praise) Christ purified for himself a people who are zealous for good works. As his own possession we pray that we might, 1. Renounce ungodliness and worldly passions 2. Live self-controlled, upright and godly lives *Hymn 63:3, 4 (page 456) Thanksgiving Prayer Thanksgiving Offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca ) *Hymn 65:1, 2, 3, 4 (page 549) *BenedictionTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 49Matthew 6:10Titus 1:10—3:15

11:00 a.m. Rev. Julius VanSpronsenPreservice Song: Psalm 65:3, 4 (page 154) *Votum and Salutation *Psalm 93:1, 2, 3, 4 (page 229) 10 Words of the Covenant Hymn 28:2, 3, 4, 5 (page 408) Prayer Scripture Reading: Matthew 8:23-27 (page 813) Psalm 107:9, 10, 11, 12 (page 267) Sermon: Matthew 8:23-27 (page 813) Jesus calms a life-threatening storm to equip his church for discipleshipDirecting our hearts to Jesus the Holy Spirit, 1. Brings us to our knees in awe2. Teaches us about our faith 3. Fills our hearts with trust * When Peace, Like a River:1, 2, 3, 4 (page 88, Supplement) Thanksgiving Prayer Thanksgiving Offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca ) * Psalm 29:3 (page 65) *BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Matthew 8:23–27

God created man in His image 1. Man's whole being is God's image. 2. God created man righteous and holy.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Faustin EmadjeuTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 3Genesis 1:26–28Canons of Dort: Third & Fourth: Article 1

The LORD rebukes His people for the neglect of His temple 1. The cause: misplaced priorities 2. The consequence: futilityTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Faustin EmadjeuTexts:Haggai 1:1–11Ezra 4:1–5Ezra 4:24

We pray for the God of peace to crush Satan under our feet. Trusting that God's kingdom continues to advance, 1. In our hearts 2. In all creationTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 48Matthew 6:10Romans 16:17–27

In Christ we are set free from depending on temporary blessings for fulfilment.1. The Christ we follow2. The followers of ChristTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Matthew 8:18–22Matthew 8:5–17Hebrews 10:19–39

Christians pray for an increasing understanding of what it means to be children of a holy God.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 47Revelation 4

Jesus was willing to touch a leper to cleanse him for worship1. The comfort of his words: I am willing2. The character of his work: To die for youTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Matthew 8:1–4Isaiah 53Matthew 4:23–25

Live every day looking forward to mercy at Christ's return. 1. This is an active outlook. 2. This is an expecting outlook. 3. This is a comforting outlook.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Bill PolsTexts:Jude 21

Jesus honours the Sabbath as a day of liberation. 1. Sabbath violation 2. Open confrontation 3. Sabbath liberationTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Bill PolsTexts:Luke 6:6–11Luke 6:1–11

3:00 p.m. Rev. Faustin Emadjeu Preservice Song: Psalm 136:1 (Page 325) *Votum and Salutation *Psalm 136:2,3 (page 325) *Profession of Faith: Hymn 2 (page 360) Prayer for Illumination Scripture Reading: Genesis 1 :26-28 (page 1), Psalm 8:3 (page 16) Sermon: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 3A1 (page 519, Book of Praise) God created man in His image · Man's whole being is God's image. · God created man righteous and holy *Psalm 8:4 (page 16) Thanksgiving Prayer Thanksgiving Offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca ) *Hymn 10 (page 368) *BenedictionTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Faustin EmadjeuTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 3Genesis 1:26–28Psalm 8:3

11:00 a.m. Rev. Faustin Emadjeu Preservice Song: Psalm 113:1 (page 279)*Votum and Salutation *Psalm 126:1 (page 311) 10 Words of the Covenant Psalm 85:1 (page 212) Prayer for Forgiveness and Illumination Scripture Reading: 2 Kings 24:8-17; (page 314) 25:27-30; Ezra 1:1-8 (page 389) Psalm 85:3 (page 213) Sermon: Haggai 1:1 (page 791) God faithfully preserves the church of old by maintaining His three mediatorial institutions · The kingly line · The priestly line · The prophetic line *Psalm 85:4 (page 213) Thanksgiving Prayer Thanksgiving Offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca ) *Hymn 85 (page 487) *BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Faustin EmadjeuTexts:Haggai 1:12 Kings 24:8–172 Kings 25:27–30Ezra 1:1–8

"Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ is born of God, and everyone who loves the father loves his child as well." - 1 John 5:1Preservice Song: Psalm 103:5Votum and SalutationHymn 36:1, 2, 3, 4Profession of Faith: Apostle's Creed (recited together)Psalm 96:2PrayerScripture Reading: 2 JohnHymn 48:4Sermon: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 46Our Father in heaven expresses his fatherly love for his church through the elders.Elders are called to1. Comfort the elect lady and her children with their Father's blessing2. Command God's children to abide in their Father's teachingHymn 72:1, 2, 3, 4, 5Ordination of elders: Nathaniel de Boer, Wietse Jagersma, Dwayne LeffersPsalm 134:3Charge to the congregationThanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingPsalm 23:1, 2, 3BenedictionTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 462 John

“I will turn their mourning into joy; I will comfort them, and give them gladness for sorrow” - Jeremiah 31:13bPreservice Song: Psalm 30:1, 2, 5Votum and SalutationPsalm 71:1, 2, 1110 Words of the CovenantPsalm 50:3, 8, 10, 11PrayerScripture Reading: Genesis 35:16-20; Jeremiah 31:1-17; Matthew 2:13-23Psalm 6:1, 4, 5Sermon: Matthew 2:16-18The baby that escaped Herod's slaughter brings us comfort in our weeping1. The culmination of Rachel's grief.2. The powerlessness of Rachel's tomb.Hymn 68:1, 6, 7, 8Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingHymn 53BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Matthew 2:16–18Genesis 35:16–20Jeremiah 31:1–17Matthew 2:13–23

Nebuchadnezzar defies the dominion of earth's eternal King. 1. A ruthless pride 2. A royal presence 3. A reckless pronouncementTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. William Van der WoerdTexts:Daniel 3

God is a refuge to the righteous who are harmed by the words of others. 1. He answers our petitions in Christ 2. He confirms our confession in justiceTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Psalm 64

Those whom God delivered will respond to him with prayer.1. Why we pray: our motives 2. How we pray: our attitude3. What we pray: our desiresTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 45Psalm 116

Christ's star reveals that he is a King to be worshipped by all peoples. 1. Announced in Jerusalem 2. Adored by the nationsTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Matthew 2:1–12Numbers 24:12–19Isaiah 60

7:00 p.m. Display text: 2 Corinthians 11:30 Pre-service song: Abide with me Votum and Salutation Hymn 54:1-5Profession of faith: Hymn 64Prayer Scripture reading: Matthew 10:26-39; Hebrews 11:32-12:2 Hymn 54:6-8Sermon: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 [7-10]Christians enter 2026 rejoicing in the sufficiency of God's grace. 1. The God-given “thorns” that keep us humble 2. Our Lord's power is made perfect in weakness 3. When we are weak, then we are strongHymn 83Thanksgiving Prayer Thanksgiving Offering Hymn 85 Benediction (followed by three-fold Amen)Time:EveningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:2 Corinthians 12:1–10Matthew 10:26–39Hebrews 11:32—12:2

3:00 p.m. Rev. Robert Van der WoerdPreservice Song: Psalm 99: 1, 5, 6*Votum and Salutation*Psalm 84: 1, 2 *Profession of Faith: Hymn 1PrayerScripture Reading: Revelation 1:9-20 Hymn 44: 1, 3, 5 Sermon: Psalm 93Our Lord's Everlasting, All Encompassing Kingship1: The Reign of the LORD2: The Realm of the LORD3: The Resolve of the LORD*Psalm 93: 1, 4 Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving Offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca )*Hymn 54: 2, 5, 8 *BenedictionTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. R VanderwoerdTexts:Psalm 93Revelation 1:9–20

11:00 a.m. Rev. Richard AasmanPreservice Song: Hymn 24: 1, 2, 6 *Votum and Salutation*Psalm 100:1, 2, 3, 4 10 Words of the CovenantPsalm 132: 1, 6, 10 PrayerScripture Reading: Matthew 1:18-2:12Psalm 23:1, 2, 3 Sermon: Micah 5: 1-5a The Ruler to be born in Bethlehem1. O little town of Bethlehem, from you will come the Ruler (verses 1, 2)2. His origin is from ancient of days (verses 2, 3)3. He shall shepherd his flock and be their peace (verses 4, 5)*Hymn 14: 1, 9, 10 Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving Offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca )*Hymn 15:1, 2, 3 *BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. R. AasmanTexts:Micah 5:1–5Matthew 1:18—2:12

God ordains Joseph son of David to be Jesus' father. We will see that Jesus is born, 1. Without Joseph. 2. Without excluding Joseph.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Matthew 1:18–25Luke 1:26–45Luke 2:1–7

The Lord wants us to delight in all righteousness with all our heart 1. The glorious gospel: humans can be righteous 2. The serious warning: don't envy the unrighteous 3. The church's prayer: to trust in God with all our heartsTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Exodus 20:17Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 44Psalm 19:7–14Matthew 7:12–20

Jesus Christ is the man who fulfils God's promises to all generations Jesus' genealogy in Matthew,1. Begins with Abraham2. Continues through David3. Reaches us through ChristTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Matthew 1:17Matthew 1:1–17Galatians 3:7–18

God blesses us with the opportunity to speak the truth for our neighbour's good. 1. The glorious gospel: we can know the truth 2. The serious warning: don't harm others with lies 3. The church's prayer: to be honest and faithfulTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 43Proverbs 14:1–8Proverbs 19:1–9

Christ humbled himself to fulfil the difficult task of bringing light to our darkness. The LORD's servant is 1. Born of a woman 2. Strengthened by God 3. Saviour of the afflictedTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Isaiah 49Revelation 7:9–17

Preservice Song: Hymn 66:1, 2, 3Votum and SalutationPsalm 34:3, 4Profession of Faith: Apostle's CreedResponse: Hymn 6:1, 2PrayerScripture Reading: Psalm 37Psalm 37:2, 3, 7Sermon: Exodus 20:15with Lord's Day 42, Heidelberg CatechismGod's blessing is the only wealth we need.1. The glorious gospel: God gives you what you need2. The serious warning: don't steal what God has not given to you3. The church's prayer: to be content and generousHymn 63:5Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving Offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca )Psalm 73:1, 7, 8BenedictionTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 42Exodus 20:15

Preservice Song: Hymn 46:1, 2Votum and SalutationSong Psalm 143:4, 5, 6, 710 Words of the CovenantPrayer to confess sinsHymn 30:1Prayer for illuminationScripture Reading: Isaiah 2:1-5; 11:1-10;Matthew 12:14-28Psalm 18:1, 10, 14Sermon: Isaiah 42:1-9Christ, the LORD's Servant, came to establish justice in the earth1. The LORD's servant is powerful to judge2. The LORD's servant is gentle in love3. The LORD's servant is light for the nationsHymn 19:1, 2, 3, 4Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving Offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca )Hymn 46:3, 4BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Isaiah 42:1–9Isaiah 2:1–5Isaiah 11:1–10

3:00 p.m. Rev. Matthew Van der woerd Preservice Song: Hymn 84:1, 2, 3, 4 (Page 486) *Votum and Salutation *Psalm 122:1, 2, 3 (page 306) *Profession of Faith: Hymn 1 (page 48, Supplement) Prayer Scripture Reading: Acts 16:6-24 (page 925) Psalm 46: 1, 2, 4, 5 (page 114) Sermon: Philippians 1:27-30 (page 980) Be A Good Citizen *Hymn 52:1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (page 441) Thanksgiving Prayer Thanksgiving Offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca ) *Hymn 6:1, 2 (page 365) *BenedictionTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Matthew VanderwoerdTexts:Philippians 1:27–30Acts 16:6–24

11:00 a.m. - Rev. Matthew Van der woerd Preservice Song: Psalm 84:1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (page 209) *Votum and Salutation *Psalm 98:1, 2, 3, 4 (page 239) 10 Words of the Covenant Psalm 25:1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (page 53) Prayer Scripture Reading: John 17 (page 903) Psalm 99: 1, 2, 5, 6 (page 241) Sermon: Isaiah 6:1-8 (page 571) Holy, Holy, Holy Is The LORD *Hymn 5:1, 2, 3, 4 (page 364) Thanksgiving Prayer Thanksgiving Offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca ) *Hymn 85 (page 487) *BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Matthew VanderwoerdTexts:Isaiah 6:1–8John 17

The Creator Of Sex Strengthens His People In Our Struggles Surrounding Sexuality.1. Why did God create human sexuality? 2. How can we keep ourselves pure? 3. So what?Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. C. BouwmanTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 41Ephesians 5:22–33Leviticus 181 Thessalonians 4:1–8

Mystery Revealed: Today's Babylon Is Guaranteed To Fall.1. Who is the woman? 2. How does she fall? 3. What consequence follows?Time:MorningMinister:Rev. C. BouwmanTexts:Revelation 17

"And this is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent." - John 17:3Preservice Song: Psalm 104:12, 13, 14, 15, 16Votum and SalutationHymn 79:1, 4, 5Profession of Faith: Hymn 1PrayerScripture Reading: Genesis 1:26-31; 2:4-17; 5:1-5Psalm 72:7Sermon: Exodus 20:13with Lord's Day 40, Heidelberg CatechismThe LORD gave you life so that you can worship him.1. The glorious gospel: your life has value in God's sight2. The serious warning: don't devalue human life3. The church's prayer: to reflect God's love for lifePsalm 56:5Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving Offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca )Hymn 16:4, 5BenedictionTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 40Exodus 20:13Genesis 1:26–31Genesis 2:4–17Genesis 5:1–5

"And the people said to Joshua, “The LORD our God we will serve, and his voice we will obey.” - Joshua 24:24Preservice Song: Sing Praise to God Who Reigns AboveVotum and SalutationPsalm 44:1, 210 Words of the CovenantPsalm 25:5PrayerScripture Reading: Luke 3:1-20 (page 858); Matthew 21:23-32Psalm 81:1, 10, 11Sermon: Matthew 21:28-32Jesus calls rebellious sinners to change their minds and believe in himThe parable of two sons reveals,1. Two kinds of rebellion2. True repentance3. Eternal consequencesPsalm 43:1, 4, 5 Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving Offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca )Hymn 15 BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Matthew 21:28–32Matthew 21:23–32Luke 3:1–20

Our Sovereign King manifests his dominion through leaders on earth. 1. The glorious gospel: Our gracious God is ruling 2. The implied warning: Rebellion leads to chaos 3. The church's prayer: To live long in his kingdomTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Exodus 20:12Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 39Ephesians 6:1–91 Peter 4:7–111 Peter 5:1–11

The LORD's steadfast love is better than life 1. His right hand upholds those under his wing2. He shelters our lives and makes us singTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Psalm 63Psalm 84:1–4

The LORD set apart a day for rejoicing in Christ the perfect rest-giver. 1. The glorious gospel: we can work and share in God's rest 2. The implied danger: slavery to selfish pursuits 3. The church's desire: joyful work and rest days in the LordTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 38Exodus 31:12–18Hebrews 4:8–16

God's wisdom is revealed to believers in the "folly" of the cross 1. The cross of Christ is foolishness to those who are perishing 2. The cross of Christ is wisdom and power to those who are being savedTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:1 Corinthians 1:18–251 Corinthians 1:1–17

God exhorts us to embrace his triune comfort - The law exposes our sins and misery. - - The law teaches us God's requirements. The law reveals our impotence.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Faustin EmadjeuTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 2Romans 7:7–25

Through David, God exhorts us to rejoice in His Gospel - David's local and temporal gospel. - Christ's universal and eternal gospel.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Faustin EmadjeuTexts:Psalm 22:22–31Matthew 28:16–20

Display text: Psalm 99:3Preservice song: Psalm 100 *Votum and salutation*Psalm 48:1, 3 *Profession of Faith: Hymn 1PrayerScripture reading: Psalm 8; Hebrews 6:13-20Hymn 11:4 Sermon: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 36-37The LORD gave us his Name so we can rejoice in the truth of his majesty1. The glorious gospel: the LORD allows us to use his name for good2. The serious warning: the LORD punishes those who abuse his name3. The church's desire: to always treat his Name with honour*Hymn 63:2Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca)*Hymn 23:5, 6*BenedictionTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 36Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 37Psalm 8Hebrews 6:13–20

Display text: Philippians 2:3Preservice song: Psalm 121*Votum and salutation* Hymn 23:1, 2, 3, 4Introduction to the law: Psalm 119:1810 words of the covenantPsalm 139:1, 2, 13PrayerScripture reading: Matthew 22:34-46; 23:13-39Psalm 131Sermon: Matthew 23:1-12Christ is the greatest Instructor because he came to serve.He teaches us to,1. Watch out for show-off impostors2. Know your place in God's church3. Serve with Christ in all humility*Psalm 146:1, 2, 3 Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca )*Psalm 31:13, 14*BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Matthew 23:1–12Matthew 22:34–46Matthew 23:13–39

Christ is the image of the invisible God 1. Christ is at the centre of the Word 2. Christ is at the centre of the worship services 3. Christ is at the centre of the work of our handsTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 351 Corinthians 4Hebrews 1:1–4

Christians return thanks to the Father of Light for his good and perfect gifts 1. His gifts come down from above 2. Our lives are offered up as firstfruitsTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:James 1:16–18James 1

"I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me." (Phil. 3:12b)Preservice song: Psalm 29: 1, 3Votum and salutationPsalm 97: 1, 3, 4Profession of Faith: Hymn 1PrayerScripture reading: Philippians 3:1-14Hymn 43: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6Sermon: Philippians 3:12-14Press on toward the goal!The goal is:1. The reason Christ took hold of you2. Superior to what we're leaving behind3. Worthy of great effort4. A heavenly prizeHow Great Thou ArtThanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving offering (e-transfer: offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca )Psalm 148: 1, 3, 4BenedictionTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. M. ten HaafTexts:Philippians 3:12–14Philippians 3:1–14

And when they arrived and gathered the church together, they declared all that God had done with them, and how he had opened a door of faith to the Gentiles." (Acts 14:27)Preservice song: Psalm 145:4, 5 Votum and salutationHymn 81:1, 2 10 words of the covenantPsalm 65:2 PrayerScripture reading: Colossians 1:24-2:7; 1 Peter 3:8-17Psalm 67 Sermon: Colossians 4:2-6God opens the doors for his gospel word.So we are called to,1. Walk prayerfully with God's messengers2. Act wisely toward outsidersHymn 76:2, 4Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca )Psalm 148:3, 4BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Colossians 4:2–6Colossians 1:24—2:71 Peter 3:8–17

"And this is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent." - John 17:3Preservice song: Psalm 150Votum and salutationPsalm 93Profession of Faith: Apostle's Creed (recited together)Hymn 9PrayerScripture reading: Deuteronomy 4:32-40; 1 Thessalonians 1Hymn 11:1, 2Sermon: Lord's Day 34 (Q/A 94-95), Heidelberg CatechismThe LORD is God and there is no other. We will see,1. The glorious gospel: the LORD is our God2. The serious warning: there are no other “gods”3. The church's desire: to know the LORDHymn 63:1, 2Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca )Hymn 10Benediction (followed by 3-fold Amen)Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 34Deuteronomy 4:32–401 Thessalonians 1

"Let no one seek his own good, but the good of his neighbor." - 1 Corinthians 10:24Preservice song: Hymn 77Votum and salutationPsalm 16:1 10 words of the covenantSummary: Romans 13:8 Hymn 69:3PrayerScripture reading: Romans 14 - 15:13Psalm 117Sermon: Romans 15:1-7God's Spirit leads us to welcome one another as Christ has welcomed us1. The gospel of Christ's self-sacrificial love2. The gift of Christian self-sacrificial love for one anotherHymn 50 Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca )Psalm 13BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Romans 15:1–7Romans 14:1—15:13

The triune God comforts us through a threefold knowledge1. The knowledge of our sin and misery 2. The knowledge of our deliverance3. The knowledge of our thankfulnessTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Faustin EmadjeuTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 1James 2

Through David, God exhorts us to put all our trust in Christ1. David describes Christ's execution for us.2. David speaks of Christ's unwavering faith.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Faustin EmadjeuTexts:Psalm 22:12–21John 19

Jesus makes clear what it means to follow Him. 1. No assumptions of an easy, comfortable life 2. No conflicting priorities 3. No looking backTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Bill PolsTexts:Luke 9:57–62Luke 9:37—10:2