The Providence Reformation Day Faire was established to encourage the Church to remember her past, particularly the rich heritage of the 16th-century Reformation. Our goal is to help families understand and appreciate the history and theology of this dynamic period. Beyond just having a great time and making new friends, our prayer is that all who attend the Reformation Day Faire will leave inspired and challenged to think and live more biblically as they consider the lives, ministry, and teaching of the Reformers of old.
This year's date: October 23-24, 2009
Registration
For complimentary tickets, please call the office at (309) 387-2600 or send us an email by
CLICKING HERE.
Theme:This year, we commemorate the life, work and ministry of one of the great heroes of the faith, John Calvin. Calvin was born 500 years ago, in a world of spiritual confusion and bondage. Yet from his base in Geneva, Calvin communicated the sovereignty of God clearly and systematically, influencing generations to come! Join us as we learn about his life and his commitment to the purity of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Location:
The Providence Church Complex - 401 S. Carol Ave. Morton, IL
Times:
Friday, October 23th, 1:00-8:30 pm
Saturday, October 24th, 8:30 am to 9:00 pm
Events
Friday
• Concert: Charlie Zahm
• "Psalms and Hymns of the reformation" : Douglas Bond
• "The Wonder of the Geneva Psalter" : Pastor Marcus Serven
• "John Loves Idelette" : Elder James McDonald V
Saturday
• "Readying Our Sons for the New Reformation" : Douglas Bond
• "Glorifying God: The Life of John Calvin" : Elder James McDonald V
• "The Fruit of His Work" : Pastor Marcus Serven
• "Calvin's Heroic Offsring" : Elder James McDonald V
• Highland Games
• Boffer War
• Historical Dancing
• Psalm Singing
• The St. Andrews Olde Towne Square
Shoppes may include Candle Making, Printing, Book Binding, Armory, Stained Glass, Soap Making, Woodworking, Sketching, Weaving - and more!
Music by Charlie Zahm
Charlie Zahm is one of the most popular soloists at Celtic music festivals and historical events anywhere east of the Mississippi. With a baritone voice some have described as "coming along once in a generation," Charlie weaves providential moments of history with inspiration and passion.
James Michael McDonald
James McDonald is pastor of Providence Church (CPC) in Morton, Illinois, husband to Stacy, and father to 10 blessings. James is a nationally known conference speaker and author who seeks to see Christians strengthened through preaching and the written word. He enjoys giving historical impersonations that tie into his love for theology, history, & family.
www.FamilyReformation.org
Marcus Serven
Marcus Serven and his family return this year to lead us in a deeper appreciation of psalmody, the
singing of God’s Word. Marcus pastors Covenant Family Church (RPCGA) in Troy, Missouri. Marcus’
desire is to encourage families to apply Scripture to every area of life. It is all of the Bible for all of life, not just on Sundays, but throughout the week.
Douglas Bond
Douglas Bond, author of more than a dozen books (including the popular Crown and Covenant series), lives with his wife and six children in Washington State. He is a ruling elder at Faith Presbyterian Tacoma (PCA), has a master’s degree from St. Martin’s University, teaches at Covenant High School, and was awarded the regional Teacher Award for teaching young people how to write. He lectures on literature, writing, and church history, and leads literary and church history study tours in Europe.
