CRC Church Order Orientation Quiz

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1 CRC Church Order Orientation Quiz 1. The CRC Church Order uses I Corinthians 14:40 as it s theme verse, saying all things must be done decently and in 2. What are the four main areas covered in the CRC Church Order: 1. The of the Church 2. The of the Church 3. The and of the Church 4. The and of the Church 3. What are the four offices recognized in C.O. Article 2: Commissioned Pastors and Ministers of the Word actually function as in the church. 5. What are the 3 assemblies of the church describe in the Church Order? The difference between the council and the consistory is that deacons are not members of the (C.O. Art 35) 7. What are the four tasks and activities of the church discussed in the CRC Church Order? What is the goal of admonition and discipline? 9. What Biblical passage serves as a guide in admonition and discipline?

2 CRC Church Order Orientation Quiz: Answer Page 1. The CRC Church Order uses I Corinthians 14:40 as it s theme verse, saying all things must be done decently and in order 2. What are the four main areas covered in the CRC Church Order: 1. The Offices of the Church 2. The Assemblies of the Church 3. The Tasks and Activities of the Church 4. The Admonition and Discipline of the Church 3. What are the four offices recognized in C.O. Article 2: 1. Minister of the Word 2. Elder 3. Deacon 4. Ministry Associate (Evangelist) 4. Ministry Associates and Ministers of the Word actually function as elders in the church. 5. What are the 3 assemblies of the church describe in the Church Order? 1. Council (Consistory) 2. Classis 3. Synod. 6. The difference between the council and the consistory is that deacons are not members of the consistory (C.O. Art 35) 7. What are the four tasks and activities of the church discussed in the CRC Church Order? 1. Worship 2. Faith Nurture 3. Pastoral Care 4. Missions 8. What is the goal of admonition and discipline? restoration 9. What Biblical passage serves as a guide in admonition and discipline? Matt. 18

3 CRC Orientation Review Quiz: Extended Version 1. The Protestant Reformation in Europe occurred in which century? 2. Name two other groups Europe, besides the Dutch Reformed Church in the Netherlands, which began during this period: * Can you describe the historical roots of the faith community you grew up in? (or have been a part of before the CRC)? * Note the date and place that the CRC started in the USA: 3. What were some of the calls of the Reformation: 1. alone! 2. The is authoritative 3. The priesthood of 4. According to whose testimony is the Bible reliable? The and! 5. The CRC Church Order uses I Corinthians 14:40 as it s theme verse, saying all things must be done decently and in 6. What are the four main areas covered in the CRC Church Order: 1. The of the Church 2. The of the Church 3. The and of the Church 4. The and of the Church 7. What are the four offices recognized in C.O. Article 2: Ministry Associates and Ministers of the Word actually function as in the church. 9. What are the 3 assemblies of the church describe in the Church Order? The difference between the council and the consistory is that deacons are not members of the (C.O. Art 35) 11. The Biblical roots for Infant Baptism are found in the Testament, in the following passage:.

4 12. Two words that describe the reformed understanding of the sacraments: and 13. Describe three major minds in the reformed tradition What are the four tasks and activities of the church discussed in the CRC Church Order? What is the goal of admonition and discipline? 16. What Biblical passage serves as a guide in admonition and discipline? 17. Name three ancient creeds cherished in the CRC: Name three historical documents rising from the reformation period that are cherished in the CRC: In which confessional document will you find a discussion of the five points of Calvinism? ** What are the five traditional categories: ** Describe these categories using the acronym FAITH F A I T H ** What deep Biblical Truth is highlighted in this discussion (and cite some Scriptural Support): 20. What is the theme or comforting truth of the Heidelberg Catechism?

5 21. What are the three major divisions of the Heidelberg Catechism? Note: Could you cite a Biblical text for each? 22. What was the initial purpose of the Belgic Confession? 23. Name three of the CRC denominational ministries: Which of the three creeds cherished by the CRC is the oldest and most widely used:

6 CRC Orientation Review Quiz: Extended Version Answer Page 1. The Protestant Reformation in Europe occurred in which century? 16th (1500s) 2. Name two other groups Europe, besides the Dutch Reformed Church in the Netherlands, which began during this period: see chart on p. 66 of the book, Reformed, by Robert De Moor * Can you describe the historical roots of the faith community you grew up in? (or have been a part of before the CRC)? * Note the date and place that the CRC started in the USA: 1857; Holland, MI 3. What were some of the calls of the Reformation: 1. Grace, Faith, Scripture alone! 2. The Bible is authoritative 3. The priesthood of believers 4. According to whose testimony is the Bible reliable? The Holy Spirit and the Bible Itself! 5. The CRC Church Order uses I Corinthians 14:40 as it s theme verse, saying all things must be done decently and in order 6. What are the four main areas covered in the CRC Church Order: 1. The Offices of the Church 2. The Assemblies of the Church 3. The Tasks and Activities of the Church 4. The Admonition and Discipline of the Church 7. What are the four offices recognized in C.O. Article 2: 1. Minister of the Word 2. Elder 3. Deacon 4. Ministry Associate (Evangelist) 8. Ministry Associates and Ministers of the Word actually function as elders in the church. 9. What are the 3 assemblies of the church describe in the Church Order? 1. Council (Consistory) 2. Classis 3. Synod. 10. The difference between the council and the consistory is that deacons are not members of the consistory (C.O. Art 35) 11. The Biblical roots for Infant Baptism are found in the Old Testament, in the following passage: Genesis 17.

7 12. Two words that describe the reformed understanding of the sacraments signs and seals 13. Describe three major minds in the reformed tradition 1. Doctrinalist 2. Pietist 3. Transformationalist 14. What are the four tasks and activities of the church discussed in the CRC Church Order? 1. Worship 2. Faith Nurture 3. Pastoral Care 4. Missions 15. What is the goal of admonition and discipline? restoration 16. What Biblical passage serves as a guide in admonition and discipline? Matt Name three ancient creeds cherished in the CRC: 1. Apostles Creed 2. Nicene Creed 3. Athanasian 18. Name three historical documents rising from the reformation period that are cherished in the CRC: 1. Belgic Confession 2. Heidelberg Catechism 3. Canons of Dordt 19. In which confessional document will you find a discussion of the five points of Calvinism? Canons of Dordt ** What are the five traditional categories: 1. Total Depravity 2. Unconditional Election 3. Limited Atonement 4. Irresistible Grace 5. Perseverance of the Saints ** Describe these categories using the acronym FAITH Fallen Humanity Adopted by God Intentional Atonement Transformed by the Holy Spirit Held By God ** What deep Biblical Truth is highlighted in this discussion (and cite some Scriptural Support): God s Sovereignty -- find the Scriptures! 20. What is the theme or comforting truth of the Heidelberg Catechism? Belonging see Q and A #1

8 21. What are the three major divisions of the Heidelberg Catechism? 1. Our Sin and Misery (Sin) 2. Our Deliverance (Salvation) 3. Our Gratitude (Service) Note: Could you cite a Biblical text for each? (try this!) 22. What was the initial purpose of the Belgic Confession? Defend the Reformed Faith before a Catholic Government 23. Name three of the CRC denominational ministries: 1. There are nine listed in the brochure, 2. That They May Know don t overlook 3. the ones listed under Denominational Services 24. Which of the three creeds cherished by the CRC is the oldest and most widely used: The Apostles Creed