Heritage Reformed
Denomination Info

The Heritage Reformed Denomination aims to remain true to God's Holy and infallible Word as expounded in the Reformed doctrinal standards: the Belgic Confession, Heidelberg Catechism and the Canons of Dordt.

Though never adopted as such due to rootage in the continental Reformation, we are also in agreement with the Westminster Standards: the Westminster Confession of Faith, and the Larger and Shorter Catechisms.


Beliefs

We believe that the basis of truth and education must be found in the Triune God and His infallible Word. All core beliefs must be based upon principles established in the infallible sixty-six books of sacred Scripture.

Three Forms of Unity:

We believe that these core beliefs are explained in our doctrinal standards, commonly known as the ‘Three Forms of Unity’

Five Points of Calvinism:

We believe in the so-called ‘Five Points of Calvinism’

In man's total depravity

"And God saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually" (Gen. 6:5). "God looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, that did seek God. Every one of them is gone back: they are altogether become filthy; there is none that doeth good, no, not one" (Psalm 53:2,3).


In unconditional election

"For he saith to Moses, I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I will have compassion. So then it is not ofhim that willeth nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy" (Rom. 9:15-16).

In limited atonement

"I pray for them: I pray not for the world, but for them which thou hast given me: for they are thine" (John 17:9).


In irresistible grace

"No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him: and I will raise him up at the last day. It is written in the prophets, And they shall be all taught of God. Every man therefore that hath heard, and hath learned of the Father, cometh unto me" (John 6:44-45).

In the perseverance of the saints

"And I give unto them eternal life: and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand" (John 10:28).

We believe that the Word of God provides clear instruction not only for the way of salvation, but also for man's everyday life in the world. We believe that all spheres and domains of life, education inclusive, must be subject to the ordinances and glory of God. "Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God" (I Cor. 10:81).

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Puritan Reformed
Theological Seminary

Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary was born in May of 1995,with classes officially commencing in August, 1995. Students of the Heritage Netherlands Reformed Congregations and the Free Reformed Churches attend for their theological training; students outside of these denominations are accepted on the basis of adherence to the Three Forms of Unity or the Westminster Standards, and meeting the basic admissions requirements.

Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary is distinctive because of its Reformed, experiential emphasis and its academy model of education. Ministry in the church of Jesus Christ—whether it be preaching, teaching, counseling, or administration—must be theologically informed. Therefore, our seminary strives to fully equip students for a variety of forms of gospel ministry, always remembering that the Holy Spirit’s unction and blessing is requisite to make men “able ministers of the New Testament.” Several seminaries in North America today teach Reformed doctrine, but few such institutions have a deep respect for Reformed, experiential preaching...in dependency on the Holy Spirit, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary trains men who are called by God to be pastors and feel kinship with this Reformed, experiential emphasis in preaching. [to Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary…]


Reformation Heritage Books

Reformation Heritage Books is a non-profit organization, formed for the sole purpose of disseminating sound Christian literature worldwide. All proceeds from the sale of books are returned to the fund for the publication of Reformed material. Donations to this cause are deeply appreciated. [to Reformation Heritage Books…]


Heritage Reformed
Church Directory

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