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St. Albert Canadian Reformed Church

Theme: The triune God comforts us through a three-fold knowledge1. The knowledge of our sin and misery2. The knowledge of our deliverance3. The knowledge of our thankfulnessTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Faustin EmadjeuTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 1James 2

Pastor: Ken Wieske Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13Text: Exodus 17Theme: Christ for Us in the Wilderness: Our Rock and Our Banner1. He gives life to the undeserving (1-7)2. He gives victory to those who cannot deliver themselves (8–16) If you have comments, questions, or need prayer, please email youtube@stalbertcanrc.com Music used by permission CCLI License #11589791, Streaming License #CSPL144862Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Exodus 171 Corinthians 10:1–13Series:Exodus

Theme: Condemned by LoveTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 2Romans 3:9–21

Theme: The LORD feeds his people with bread from heaven1. He gives grace to his grumbling people.2. He teaches his fearful people to trust.3. He sustains his people all the way home.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Exodus 16John 6:25–51Series:Exodus

Theme: I am not my own. I belong to Him.1. Christ has purchased me with his blood.2. Christ preserves me under my Father's will.3. Christ assures and prepares me by his Spirit.If you have comments, questions, or need prayer, please email youtube@stalbertcanrc.com Music used by permission CCLI License #11589791, Streaming License #CSPL144862Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.https://studio.youtube.com/video/wBXd_n5iuGI/livestreamingTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 1Isaiah 43:1–7

I am the LORD, Your Healer:God leads His people out of the bitterness of unbelief to the sweetness of faith and obedience1. Unbelief Exposed2. Healing Given3. Obedience LearnedTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Exodus 15:22–27Psalm 103Series:Exodus

Theme: We love because God first loved usTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Julius M. VanSpronsenTexts:Romans 9:11–13Romans 9:1–131 John 4:13—5:5Canons of Dort: First: Article 9Canons of Dort: First: Article 10Canons of Dort: First: Article 11Canons of Dort: First: Article 12Canons of Dort: First: Article 13

Theme: God calls his church to be grateful for his love.1. Don't dig your own cisterns2. Drink from the Fountain of living waterTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Julius M. VanSpronsenTexts:Jeremiah 2:13Jeremiah 2:1—4:4

Theme: Jesus shows that He is Lord over the power of death1. The Lord meets a funeral procession.2. The Lord acts in compassion and power.3. The Lord reveals Himself as the “Coming One”.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Bill PolsTexts:Luke 7:11–23Luke 7:1–10

Theme: The Church is the communion of saints1. The Church shares in Christ and all His treasures2. The Church shares in all His giftsTime:MorningMinister:Seminarian Klaas ChoTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 211 John 1:1–31 Corinthians 12:4–7Romans 12:4–8

Guest Pastor Julius VanSpronsen (Edmonton Immanuel Canadian Reformed Church)Reading: Mark 5:1-20; Luke 10:1-20Text: Matthew 8:28-34Theme: The Son of God encourages the church in missions by his power over demonsLesson #1 - Imitate the Son of God's concern and compassionLesson #2 - Remember the Son of God is feared and fearlessLesson #3 - Reflect the Son of God's perfect patienceIf you have comments, questions, or need prayer, please email youtube@stalbertcanrc.com Music used by permission CCLI License #11589791, Streaming License #CSPL144862Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Julius M. VanSpronsenTexts:Matthew 8:28–34Mark 5:1–20Luke 10:1–20

Guest Pastor Bill Pols (Minister emeritus Cornerstone URC)Reading: Luke 9:37-56Text: Luke 9:37-56Theme: Jesus makes clear what it means to follow Him1. No assumptions of an easy, comfortable life2. No conflicting priorities3. No looking backIf you have comments, questions, or need prayer, please email youtube@stalbertcanrc.com Music used by permission CCLI License #11589791, Streaming License #CSPL144862Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Bill PolsTexts:Luke 9:57–62Luke 9:37–56

Theme: Strength for the wayTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Psalm 84:5–7Psalm 84

Theme: Our High Priest lives forever1. He brings us all the way in2. He saves us all the way through3. He keeps us there foreverTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Hebrews 7:25Leviticus 16:11–17Hebrews 7:11–28

Read: 1 Thessalonians 1Text: Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is ... joyTheme: The fruit of the Spirit is joyTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Galatians 5:221 Thessalonians 1

Theme: What the Law Commands, the Spirit ProducesTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Galatians 5:22–23John 15:1–11Galatians 5

Theme: Jesus teaches us the reliability of our heavenly Father as we pray1. An illustration from friendship2. An illustration from fatherhoodTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Mitch RamkissoonTexts:Luke 11:1–13

Theme: Our God is a jealous, avenging, and wrathful God. Know that and live accordinglyTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Faustin EmadjeuTexts:Nahum 1:1–2Nahum 1

Theme: Our sovereign God teaches us that life is in His power1. He has power to give life2. He has power to save lifeTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Mitch RamkissoonTexts:2 Kings 4:8–37

Good Works of Grace: The fruit of sound doctrine in the life and ministry of Christ's church1. Christ sends His servants (vv. 12–13)2. Christ trains His people for good works (v. 14)3. Christ unites His church in the faith (v. 15)Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Titus 3:12–15Ephesians 3:14—4:16Series:Titus

God's mercy saves sinners and teaches them to live as heirs of eternal life1. Mercy meets us in our misery2. Mercy saves us through Jesus Christ our Saviour3. Mercy trains us for thankful good worksTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Titus 3:3–8Titus 3

Christ ministers His saving and shaping grace through the God-breathed WordTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Hans KalkmanTexts:2 Timothy 3:14–172 Timothy 3

Christ Forms His Household to Adorn the Doctrine of God Our SaviourTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Titus 2:1–101 Peter 2:11—3:7

Theme: God's servant meets the reality of his work1. Making a personal assessment2. Receiving a professed action3. Facing a pessimistic attitudeTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. William van der WoerdTexts:Nehemiah 2:9–20Nehemiah 2

Theme: Christ charges His servants to declare the grace that saves and shapes His church for glory1. The grace that has appeared in Christ2. The grace that trains us for godliness3. The grace that prepares us for Christ's appearingTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Titus 2:11–15Titus 2

Theme: Who do you say I am?1) What the question really means (vs 15)2) What the answer really should be (vs 16)Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Richard AasmanTexts:Matthew 16:15–16Matthew 16

Theme: The prodigal Father1) The lost younger brother2) The lost older brother3) The true older brotherTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Richard AasmanTexts:Luke 15:11–32Luke 15:1–10

Theme: Christ, the Amen, teaches His church to answer God with faith1. We say Amen to God's Word2. We say Amen through God's Son3. We say Amen with God's ChurchTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 522 Corinthians 1:18–22

Theme: Christ orders His church by the truth that leads to godliness1. Truth Entrusted, vv. 1-42. Truth Taught, vv. 5-93. Truth Defended, vv. 10-16Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Titus 12 Timothy 3:1—4:5

Theme: The Ethiopian's last pilgrimage1. A desire for communion2. A desire for truth3. A desire for incorporationTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Mitch RamkissoonTexts:Acts 8:26–40

Theme: The Son teaches us to pray for the Father's forgiveness1. On the ground of His blood2. With honest confession of our sin3. With a heart softened by His graceTime:MorningTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 51Psalm 1301 John 1:5—2:2

Theme: Life under the ascended King1. See life in light of His throne2. Offer yourself freely in holy service3. Stand firm until His returnTime:EveningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Psalm 110:1–3Hebrews 12:1–3

Theme: The Risen Christ calls forgiven sinners to follow Him1. Follow the path Christ sets before you2. Trust the Word Christ has spoken to youTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:John 21:20–25Hebrews 12:1–3Series:Christ Prepares His Disciples for His Ascension

Theme: Christ teaches us to pray that the Father would bend our self-centred wills to His good will1. A surrendered heart2. Willing handsTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 49Philippians 2:1–18

Theme: From denial to devotion: The risen Christ restores His fallen apostle to shepherd His flock1. The pain of denial2. The power of restoration3. The path of devotionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:John 21:15–19John 18:15–27Series:Christ Prepares His Disciples for His Ascension

Theme: Jesus teaches the Church to pray with longing for the coming kingdom:1. Rule us by your Word and Spirit2. Preserve and increase your Church3. Destroy the works of the devilTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 48Psalm 1101 Corinthians 15:19–28

Theme: The risen Christ teaches His disciples the blessed pattern of kingdom labour in His bodily absence1. Kingdom labour listens for His voice2. Kingdom labour bears fruit by His power3. Kingdom labour deepens communionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:John 21:1–14Luke 5:1–11Series:Christ Prepares His Disciples for His Ascension

Theme: How do we know Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life?1. Death, doubt, denial2. Resurrection, revelation, renewal3. Testimony, trust, transformationTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:John 20:24–31John 14:1–11Series:Christ Prepares His Disciples for His Ascension

Theme: Christ commands us to pray to the Father, because:1. He cares2. He canTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 46Galatians 4:4–7Ephesians 3:14–21

Theme: The risen Christ revealed 1. To His disciples 2. Through His disciplesTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:John 20:19–23Luke 24:36–49Series:Christ Prepares His Disciples for His Ascension

Theme: The resurrection: The hope of the world and the joy of every Christian1. The angel's announcement2. His personal appearanceTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Mitch RamkissoonTexts:Matthew 28:1–10

Theme: Worship Him for all you're worthTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Matthew 28:16–20Revelation 5:6–14Matthew 28

Theme: The great cost of love: What the King of kings gave to ransom youTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Matthew 20:28Isaiah 53Philippians 2:1–11Matthew 20:20–28

Theme: Live every day looking forward to mercy at Christ's return1. This is an active outlook2. This is an expecting outlook3. This is a comforting outlookTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Bill PolsTexts:Jude 21Jude

Theme: Jesus zeros in on the real issue of His identity1. Jesus raises a matter of basic knowledge of Scripture2. Jesus points out a detail that demands attention3. Jesus asks a question that requires an answer4. Jesus points at necessary conclusionsTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Bill PolsTexts:Luke 20:41–44Luke 19:28–40Luke 20:27–44

Theme: Don't hold your breath: Living by prayerTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 45Psalm 50

Theme: The high and the lowly: Greatness in the kingdom of ChristTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Matthew 20:20–28Matthew 19:16—20:19

Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 44Romans 7:7—8:2

Christ on the road to the cross: Keeping His appointment with deathTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Matthew 20:17–19Daniel 7:13–14Isaiah 52:13—53:6

Theme: King, cup and conquest: Blood of freedom, war of peaceTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Zechariah 9:9–13Psalm 72

Theme: The greatness of salvation demands our devoted attention1.The greatness of its achievement2. The greatness of its revelation3. The greatness of the folly and guilt of neglecting itTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Bill PolsTexts:Hebrews 2:1–4Hebrews 1