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Why, What, and How of Stewardship Why is our church important to those who attend and others in our community? We recently asked people to describe the kind of church they wanted to be a part of.Their answers were inspiring. Many want a church that proclaims the good news of Christ in ways that connect with all the different generations around us today.We want meaningful connections inside the church and out.To the extent that we continue to be a church that proclaims Christ and in His name, cares, loves, and supports, we fulfill God’s purpose for RBCPC in our community. What is the church doing to increase its impact within and outside the church? The leadership and staff are energized and aggressively moving forward with new initiatives to grow those in the church and make a difference beyond it.We have ultimately established three values that drive our new positions and endeavors.We become disciples, grow relationships and serve everywhere.This is more than a vision statement, it is a call to new ways of collaborating together.This year the congregation will see familiar people doing entirely new things based on passion and calling.We will also have new faces called to participate in powerful ways, especially in contemporary worship and student ministries at every level. How does making one financial decision help you live out our values? Faithful giving is a proven way that helps us BECOME DISCIPLES. Jesus said,“Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Sharing in the financial commitment weaves our lives together as we GROW RELATIONSHIPS. Paul said,“One person sows and another one reaps, but God makes it grow.” Over the years, churches have discovered that people who give also willingly SERVE EVERYWHERE. James said,“Faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.” So, while the church needs finances to sustain its ministries, giving also helps us all accomplish our core values.
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17010 POMERADO ROAD
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SAN DIEGO, CA
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WWW.RBCPC.ORG
858.487.0811
Discipleship Gathering
Volunteer at the Resale Shop Men, we need your help lifting heavy items.We can always use more cashiers.Volunteering at the Resale Shops supports our mission to serve everywhere. Stop by the Resale Shops and see who you can serve. Contact Gayle Marrett, (858) 486-5023.
1st Sunday of the month, 5:15-6 p.m. Fellowship Center. Come check out this monthly connection of authentic worship, spiritual conversation, and engaging community! Gathering is immediately followed by After-party; a time to eat, Savvy Travelers Upcoming Trips drink and connect. Dinner $5. Childcare from 5-6 p.m. Contact Tuesday, Nov. 6: It’s a mystery, just show up for another great Ryan Ross
[email protected] (858) 583-4864. trip. Contact Don & Sharon, (858) 484-1683.
Fellowship
Core Groups Wednesdays, 6:15-7:30 p.m., Room 254. Core groups are about growing in faith and in community with young families. September will be based on the sermon series: Transition. Contact Ryan Ross,
[email protected].
Women’s Christian Book Club Tuesday, Nov. 13, 7 p.m., Room 181. Join us for Lauren Winner, Mudhouse Sabbath. Contact Ellen Norton,
[email protected].
Missions Mission Night Wednesday, Nov. 7, 7 p.m. ,Chapel. Egypt! Kenya! Mongolia! Your recent prayers have created “Rolling Miracles” in each of these countries! Come hear the latest news, see recent pictures and engage in a Q&A time. Contact Jeanne Armstrong,
[email protected].
Operation Christmas Child Deadline Sunday, Nov. 18, noon. Send hope to a child in need by packing a gift-filled shoebox. Each child receives a storybook about Jesus. Millions of children have come to know Christ through these simple shoebox gifts. Brochures and instructions are available in the Welcome Center. Contact Cyndi Nolan, (858) 484-4674. www.rbcpc.org/occ.
Alternative Christmas Market Sunday, Dec. 2, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m., Courtyard. In lieu of purchasing a traditional gift, make a donation in the name of the recipient.These “alternative gifts” represent the love of Christ, while the financial contribution will continue to spread His love throughout the world. www.rbcpc.org/alternative-Christrnas-market.
Coffee With Pastor Neal Mondays, Nov. 12 - 19, 9:30 - 11 a.m. Neal is hosting weekly five person coffee appointments to get to know people on a personal level. Sign up with Carole Ericson, (858) 487-0811, ext. 292,
[email protected].
Wednesday Night Suppers Wednesdays, through Nov. 14, 5:30 - 6:45 p.m. Come join us for fun buffet-style supper.Take advantage of a mid-week cooking break and enjoy delicious food and a great time. Cost $7.50 /adults, $5 /ages 6-15, $2 /ages 4-5, free / under age 3. Or $20 /family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children).
Prime Time Thursdays, through Nov. 15, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Fellowship Center, cost $7 /person. Enjoy great entrainment, food and grow relationships with other seniors. Our last Prime Time lunch will be a turkey buffet on Nov. 15., Cost $10 /preson Contact the Welcome Center, (858) 487-0811. www.rbcpc.org/prime-time.
The Well Thursday, Nov. 15, 6:30 p.m., Fellowship Center, Cost $20. Come hear singer and songwriter duo, Crimson Bridge. Sylvia Lange and Billye Sluyter Johnstone will share, Different Paths-Same Destination. Dinner included. Special offer for first time guests, $10. Contact Dee Dee Hill,
[email protected].
Care and Support Soaking In God’s Presence Saturday, Nov. 10, 7:15-8:30 p.m., Room LL50. Come rest in God’s amazing love and become more aware of His presence. Use the lower parking lot for convenience. Contact Mary Jo Coffee,
[email protected].
Care and Support
Helping Hands
Is the water dripping or the fluorescent tube blinking? We can correct these things and also help with carpentry, electrical, Senior Bus To Sunday Worship and computer problems.There is never a charge for the work We pick up riders in Poway, RB and Carmel Mountain Ranch. we do. Contact (858) 487-0811, ext. 221. If you or a friend are in need of transportation to the 8:30 or 11:30 Sunday Services, contact Larry Jones, (858) 486-3626. Parish Nurses
Christmas Poinsettias Order by: Mon., Dec. 10, noon. Honor a loved one by donating $10 for a poinsettia.We’ll have names of honorees printed on a banner displayed near the poinsettia tree in the gallery. All donations help the deacons send flowers to the home bound and the sick throughout the year. Look for envelopes in the pews or Welcome Center starting Sat., Nov. 24.
Grief Recovery Support Group Sun., Nov. 4, 3:00 - 3:45 p.m., Room 181. If you or someone you know is grieving, we invite you to join us. Contact Barbara Bennett, (858) 484-4974, or Karan Selezinka, (858) 676-1104.
Trauma Wednesday, Nov. 7, 7 - 8:30 p.m., Sanctuary. Guest Pastor Wayne Clarke teaches on trauma and the spiritual components which can free us from its sometimes devastating symptoms. Contact Marty Klusmeier, (858) 354-0735, marty.
[email protected].
Surviving the Holidays Sunday, Nov. 18, 3 - 5 p.m., Fellowship Center No matter how long it’s been since your loved one died, grief can make the holidays a painful time.The Deacons at RBCPC are sponsoring a special, two-hour seminar called Surviving the Holidays. Contact Karan Selezinka,(858) 676-1104,
[email protected] , or Barb Bennett, (858) 484-4974,
[email protected]
Donate A Holiday Box
Sundays, 9:30 and 11 am., Courtyard. The Shingles virus is more likely to become active in older adults and people with weak immune systems. Information about Shingles and vaccines that can help protect or decrease the severity of illnesses along with blood pressure screening is also available.
Flu Season The best way to reduce your risk of developing the flu is to get the flu vaccine. Flu shots are readily available throughout the community. Parish nurses have a listing of many flu shot locations. Contact the parish nurse if you need assistance.
Youth SaturDADS Saturday, Nov. 3, 9-11 a.m., Preschool Playground. SaturDADS is about being better dads, better husbands, and giving our kids great memories while mom’s get freedom for 2 hours! And yes, there’s caffeine and donuts.
19th Annual Preschool Women’s Night Tuesday & Wednesday, Dec. 4 & 5. Get pre-sale tickets for this special event between church services on Nov. 4 & 11 on the courtyard. www.rbcpcpreschool.org/womens-night-2012.
Breakfast in Bethlehem A fun and memorable way for families to start the Christmas season. After enjoying breakfast, your family will participate in an interactive drama of the story of Jesus’ birth. Crafts, Christmas carols and fun! Tickets available in the Welcome Center and on the Courtyard beginning Nov. 11. Contact Sheri Woodley. (858) 583-4861. www.rbcpc.org/breakfast-inbethlehem.
Donate a holiday box to a family in need.The Deacons are taking donations for Thanksgiving and Christmas on the Courtyard and in Quilts for High School the Welcome Center.You can also order a holiday box. Starting Tuesday, Dec. 11, 7 p.m., Room 250. Order by:Wed., Nov. 7. www.rbcpc.org/golden-share. Do you have a graduating high school senior or love to quilt? Join the fun as we put together special quilts for our seniors. Contact Debbie, Nordstrom,
[email protected].
Thank You To Our Veterans November historically has been a month to give thanks.We celebrate Thanksgiving Day and share why we are thankful. This year RBCPC would like your help in saying thank you to the men and women of our armed forces. We want to say thank you for their constant sacrifice and for defending our freedoms. Here are four ways you can say thank you: 1.This is probably the most important way to say thank you.You have veterans in your neighborhood, or you’ll pass some wearing a uniform this November and when you do just say thank you. 2. As in past years, the deacons are collecting monetary donations on the Courtyard to provide holiday meals for services
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members and their families who cannot make it home for the holidays. Stop by the Courtyard or the Welcome Center to donate. 3. Invite and pay for a veteran to attend a “Salute to Veterans” Friday, November 9, 6:30 p.m., Fellowship Center, $8.50 per
. person. During this evening we’ll honor veterans for their service. Honor Flight San Diego will also be there and the Youth Music will be performing a USO Revue! Contact Tim & Debby Tweeten, (858) 484-5372. 4. RBCPC, along with the USO, is gearing up to hand-deliver 3,000 food bags to military personnel at the airport this Thanksgiving and Christmas. If you or your family would like to be at the airport to personally thank our brave service members visit, goo.gl/pon3n.
Hurricane Sandy Relief We’ve witnessed the devastation of Hurricane Sandy and as a church we have chosen to come along side Samaritan’s Purse in their relief efforts. Samaritan’s Purse mobilizes and equips thousands of volunteers each year to provide emergency aid to victims of U.S. natural disasters.Their teams are already on the ground helping. Join in the relief efforts, donate at www.samaritanspurse.org or leave a check in the Welcome Center made out to Samaritan’s Purse with Hurricane Sandy in the memo.
Worship Services Vision Statement
Contemporary Worship Saturday, 6 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.
Jesus transforms us so that we can help change the world!
Worship Cafe Sunday, 8:30 a.m. Arabic Worship Sunday, 11 a.m.
Church Office Hours Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Traditional Blended Sunday, 8:30 & 11:30 a.m. The Lantern is published monthly and communicates the activities, stories and concerns of this church. Please submit all articles electronically by noon on the 20th of each month. Send to
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