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NOTE: The content below expresses the views of the individual named as the author and does not necessarily reflect the position of the WRF as a whole.

The Annual Report of The Sudanese Reformed Churches

The Annual Report of The Sudanese Reformed Churches June 15, 2016, by Patrick Wic. Attached above this article is a copy of the 2015 Annual Report of the Sudanese Reformed Churches, a denominational member of the WRF

WRF Member Dr. Thomas Johnson Writes to the WRF re His Recent Speech at the Vatican

WRF Member Dr. Thomas Johnson Writes to the WRF re His Recent Speech at the Vatican June 29, 2016 Sam Logan

A Call for Papers on "The Relevance of the Reformation for Today"

Call for Articles on the Relevance of the Reformation This is a special call for articles on the theme of The Relevance of the Reformation for Today for the 2017 Haddington House Journal in celebration of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, 1517-2017.

WRF Member Dr. J. R. Norwood Preaches on "The Grand Departure" of Jesus

WRF Member Dr. J. R. Norwood Preaches on "The Grand Departure" of Jesus May 3, 2016 Dr. J. R. Norwood

Dr. Michael Goheen Discusses Reformed Missiology in the Tradition of Augustine, Calvin, Bavinck (Herman and J. H.) and Kraemer.

Dr. Michael Goheen has a robust Reformed Theology and represents the best of the rediscovery of biblical Calvinism. In 4 lectures he gave at Reformed Theological Seminary’s Orlando Campus,  he presents a very rich and very neglected and often very maligned understanding of Calvinism.

Excellent Resources for Safeguarding Our Churches and Our Children from Sexual Predators

Jim Gamble is an outstanding leader in the world of those seeking to protect vulnerable individuals from sexual predators.  Jim spoke on this subject at the WRF conference in Potshefstroom, South Africa, in 2013, and at WRF General Assembly in Sao Paulo, Brazil in 2015.  Videos of both of those presentations are available on this website. 

In Memory of Dr. Rick Perrin

In Memory of Dr. Rick Perrin April 18, 2016, BY Sam Logan

WRF International Director Dr. P. J. Buys Explains the Nature and the Purpose of the WRF

So what exactly is the World Reformed Fellowship? Perhaps even more important, WHY IS THERE a World Reformed Fellowship?

WRF Member Dr. Diane Langberg Addresses "Culture, Christendom, and Christ"

WRF individual member (and former Board member) Dr. Diane Langberg recently gave a series of four lectures on the general theme of “Culture, Christendom, and Christ.”  These lectures were delivered at WRF organizational member Reformed Theological Seminary (Orlando).  Below are the titles and descriptions of the lectures and a link to the YouTube videos of all four.

WRF Member Dr. Jan van Doleweerd Writes on the Role of the Self-Authenticating Character of Scripture in Reformed Hermeneutics

WRF Member Dr. Jan van Doleweerd completed his Ph.D. at the Free University of Amsterdam, writing his dissertation on this topic of great importance to the other members of the World Reformed Fellowship. 

WRF Member Dr. David Harvey Describes a Part-time Job Opportunity

February 13, 2016, Dr. David Harvey: The message below was submitted by WRF member Dr. David Harvey, who lives and ministers in Tallahassee, Florida.

WRF Members Keith and Kristyn Getty Invite ALL WRF Members to Join Them in Issuing a Renewed Call to World Missions

OMF International, In Association With Getty Music And Thousands Of Churches Across the World, Join On February 21st For Global Hymn Sing of "Facing a Task  Unfinished”

Great News for Those Who Love the Writings of Jonathan Edwards - Shared by WRF Member Professor Adriaan Neele

Great News for Those Who Love the Writings of Jonathan Edwards - Shared by WRF Member Professor Adriaan Neele January 29, 2016 Sam Logan

Anglican Primates Issue Formal Statement About How, For At Least the Next Three Years, the Anglican Communion Will Handle Marriage Issues

Anglican Primates Issue Formal Statement About How, For At Least the Next Three Years, the Anglican Communion Will Handle Marriage Issues January 14, 2016, by Samuel Logan

Announcing a Global Conference on THE FUTURE OF REFORMED THEOLOGY

The International Reformed Evangelical Seminary Announces a Global Conference on “THE FUTURE OF REFORMED THEOLOGY: ITS IMPACT AND CHALLENGES IN CONTEMPORARY SOCIETIES.”

WRF Board Member Dr. Craig Higgins Reviews THE CRUCIFIXION: UNDERSTANDING THE DEATH OF JESUS CHRIST by WRF Supporter Fleming Rutledge

December 6, 2015, Dr. Craig Higgins: Fleming Rutledge, The Crucifixion: Understanding the Death of Jesus Christ (Grand Rapids, MI, and Cambridge, UK: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company), 2015. Pp. xviii + 669. $45.00

WRF Congregational Member Seventh Reformed Church of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Begins Broadcasting in Central Europe

December 6, 2015, Dr. Tim J. R. Trumper: Seventh Reformed Church, Grand Rapids, Michigan (www.7thref.org), is pleased to announce a contract with Pan American Broadcasting to air weekly on Voice of Europe (1368 kHz, 846 kHz, and 567 kHz) as from December 6, 2015.

Information About the Global Generosity Network

Information About the Global Generosity Network November 29, 2015, by Flip Buys: Global Generosity Network -- Inspiring Biblical stewardship, generous living and Kingdom focused giving

The Personal Testimony of the First Native American Member of the World Reformed Fellowship

The Personal Testimony, "Becoming Reformed," of the First Native American Member of the World Reformed Fellowship November 29, 2015, by John Norwood and Flip Buys

Reporting Recent Actions of Denominational Members of the World Reformed Fellowship

November 13, 2015, Sam Logan: Attached to this item and accessible by the links listed below are recent reports of denominational members of the WRF. We urge ALL of our members to familiarize themselves with what is happening in evangelical Reformed churches around the world.

A Request for Assistance to a Denominational Member of the WRF

November 8, 2015, by Gordon Woolard: Dear colleagues in the World Reformed Fellowship family, we have become aware of an urgent need within one of our member denominations. Perhaps you can help them.

Announcing a Senior Pastor Search for Karawaci Presbyterian Church in Indonesia

This information has been provided by WRF Board member, Dr. Ric Cannada [ This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ]: Senior Pastor Search, Karawaci Presbyterian Church, Lippo Karawaci, Indonesia

Nicholas Black, Education and Resources Director at WRF Organizational Member Harvest USA, Discusses "Pornography and Injustice: The Social Impact of Sexual Sin"

 Pornography and Injustice:  The Social Impact of Sexual Sin, by Nicholas Black, Education & Resources Director, WRF Organizational Member Harvest USAThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

WRF Member Gordon Woolard Offers to WRF Members a Booklet Entitled "A Royal Residence for the Prince of Peace: A Blueprint of the Structure of the Old Testament"

The booklet which is attached above was written by WRF member Gordon Woolard and it is offered here as a resource for WRF members around the world. As with other materials like this which we post on our website, the specific views presented in this material are those of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the official position of the WRF.