Catching the Scent of Flowers while Masked

God invites us not only to seek Him at the end of the road, but to recognize His face in the present as well. Zsuzsanna Farkas, outgoing Editor-in-chief of reformatus.hu shares her thoughts on spring, goodbyes and letting go, and finding freedom after being locked in.

15/04/2021

címkék: coronavirus, farewell

Churches to Reopen

The Presidency Council of RCH including Bishops and Lay Presidents of the four Church Districts announced the return to public worship. Churches should re-open and in-person worship and community life shall start on 2nd May, says the Communiqué.

14/04/2021

címkék: coronavirus

Confessional Prayer For Doctors and Nurses

Violetta Bella, a Reformed pastor from Győrszemere started a prayer group on Facebook, because she realized that doctors and nurses are reaching their limits due to the pandemic. We shall keep healthcare workers and their efforts in our thoughts and prayers.

08/04/2021

címkék: coronavirus, interview

"We Dance for You"

The staff of Bethesda Children’s Hospital of the Reformed Church in Hungary joined Jerusalem Dance Challenge and wished a hopeful and safe Easter with an inspiring and encouraging video performance. "We will heal you. We send you hope. To you who are fighting on the front line…"

04/04/2021

címkék: easter2021, Bethesda Children Hospital, easter

Do Not Be Afraid!

The Ecumenical Council of Churches in Hungary and the Hungarian Catholic Bishops’ Conference issued a joint Easter message inviting Christians to celebrate life, in the light of the Ressurection, even in the shadow of the Pandemic.

02/04/2021

címkék: easter2021, ecumenical council of churches in hungary (ecch), easter

Life-Giving Gift

Together we will place our trust in the risen Lord, who promised, "…because I live, you also will live". Joint Easter message of the Bishops and Chief Elders of the General Convent of the Hungarian Reformed Church in the Carpathian Basin, within and without Hungary.

01/04/2021

címkék: easter2021, easter

No Return to Public Worship at Easter

Churches shall remain closed during Easter. This is what the Presidency Council of RCH including Bishops and Lay Presidents of the four Church Districts asked from congregations in a Communiqué on 26 March.

26/03/2021

Immunity is Highest Priority

The British mutation of the novel coronavirus is spreading faster than previous variants, which makes further restrictions necessary, says Dr. Miklós Szabó, a reformed elder, medical doctor and associate professor at Semmelweis Medical University in Budapest.

23/03/2021

In-Person Worship Suspended Again

The Presidency Council of RCH announced the suspension of in-person worship and community events for the period of 8 through 26 March as the country goes into lockdown once again. The hope is that churches will reopen before Easter.

05/03/2021

Coronavirus: Announcement of the Presidium

The Presidium of the Reformed Church in Hungary will soon provide more information about the new guidelines issued by the Hungarian Government.

04/03/2021

címkék: coronavirus

Hope of Returning to Normal

Can the coronavirus vaccine cause infertility? Do people suffering from asthma or allergies have anything to worry about? Can people with diabetes get vaccinated? 10+1 questions answered by immunologist and university professor András Falus.

01/02/2021

Vaccination Can Be Life Saving

Hospital chaplains and most of the staff of Bethesda Children's Hospital have already recieved their COVID-19 vaccine. Gyula Rideg, hospital chaplain at Bethesda, said he felt it's his responsibility to get vaccinated as he is working among patients.

29/01/2021

God Is On Our Side

Over the past year, we have had to face unexpected situations month after month, yet we have experienced that our Heavenly Father has not left us alone. Newly elected Lay Presidents of RCH about their hope for the year 2021.

13/01/2021

címkék: new year, elections2020

Let us Recognize Each Other’s True Values

Over the past year, we have had to face unexpected situations month after month, yet we have experienced that our Heavenly Father has not left us alone. Newly elected Bishops of RCH about their hope for the year 2021.

03/01/2021

címkék: new year, elections2020

Christ’s Love from Above

RCH joined the initiative of the Karachi based Tehillim School of Church Music & Worship in partnership with the Presbyterian Church of Pakistan to support the reformed families in the country as they prepare for Christmas and witness about Christ's love for all.

23/12/2020

címkék: pakistan

Advent Behind Closed Doors

RCH is preparing for Christmas with a unique virtual advent calendar. The short, heart-warming daily messages help people realize: even if they in physical distance from their loved ones and friends, they are not alone.

22/12/2020

Let’s Go to Bethlehem

Christmas message of the General Convent of the Hungarian Reformed Church to congregations in the Carpathian Basin and around the World.

18/12/2020

Take Courage

"Our heavenly Father is with us in Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit even amidst of the worst tribulations." Message of the Presidium of the General Convent of the Hungarian Reformed Church to the congregations.

11/11/2020

címkék: general convent

RCH Switches to Online Worship Again

The Presidium of RCH issued a Communique requesting congregations to suspend all church events with physical presence and switch again to online platforms as of 11th November.

10/11/2020

No Touch But There's Consolation

Reformed hospital pastors are standing with the patients too, although they often have to find alternative routes, because not many are allowed to visit those infected with the Coronavirus.

10/11/2020

címkék: coronavirus