WEEKLY UPDATE FOR SUNDAY, JULY 13…also posted on our website!
A NOTE FROM PASTOR DAN…
Everyone,
It is always a blessing when we gather with other followers of Jesus, whether it's for worship, to serve our wider community, or just to shoot the breeze a bit. We've been hosting our weekly Coffee Klatsch on Thursday mornings at 10 AM, and a few folks from Zion and Pilgrim UCC churches have been joining us, which is great.
This Sunday, we'll be gathering at the Lion's Club Shelter in Riverview Park at 10:30 in St. Joe for worship with Zion and Pilgrim UCC. It's a potluck, so we're asking folks to bring:
Jesus prayed that all his followers would be one... "being one" can mean many things, but it certainly includes getting together for worship time and good meal, so I hope to see you there!
Peace in Christ,
Pastor Dan
As always, please feel free to reach out to me if you ever want to talk about anything –[email protected] or 269-588-1163
SCRIPTURE: Luke 14:1, 7-14
SERMON: “The Potluck of Heaven on Earth”
“When you give a luncheon or a dinner, do not invite your friends or your brothers and sisters or your relatives or rich neighbors… But when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind.” -Luke 14:12-13
NEED TO KNOW:
-The JULY newsletter is available on the BLACK CART at church, or view it on the website:
www.riverviewparkchristianchurch.com.
-The JULY/AUGUST Upper Room is also on the BLACK CART; one per family please.
-To keep up-to-date with the latest happenings with the Disciples of Christ, visit https://disciples.org/
This site is a wealth of information for upcoming Disciples events.
-NEW DIRECTORIES are available on the BLACK CART!
FELLOWSHIP HOUR HOST JULY 20: Volunteer needed please.
FELLOWSHIP HOUR HOST JULY 27: Volunteer needed please.
CALENDAR:
-July 13, Sunday, Worship & Potluck with Zion & Pilgrim, 10:30am, Lions Shelter @ Riverview Park
-July 17, Thursday, Coffee Klatsch, 10am, RPCC
-July 17, Thursday, Trustees Meeting, 11am, RPCC
-July 20, Sunday, Worship, 10:30am, RPCC
PRAY FOR…
-Chris A., Glenn C., and Ken S.
-Fred W., June S’s. brother.
-Sheila and Dave’s friend, Scott, who has cancer.
-Dale's niece, who has cancer.
-All those who are suffering from the floods in Texas, the people who are grieving the loss of those they love, and especially for the families who have lost children.
-The First Responders to the floods in Texas, who are dealing with traumatic situations, for their mental health and peace.
-The firefighters killed in the attack in Idaho, and for the firefighter who survived but was seriously wounded.
-Dave, Jim and Randee's friend, who will be having surgery for his hip on Tuesday of this week.
-Kevin Jones, the son of the homeowner whose house Tom is working on, as he faces problems he's having with his memory.
-John and Clara Churchill's family, as Clara deals with health concerns and they grieve the passing of John's brother.
-Dale's wife's family, who have been dealing with serious illness and the passing of family members.
-All people who are facing cuts to Medicaid and SNAP/food benefits.
-The family or our former pastor, Morris Ball, who passed away on June 10. (Sharon Ball sent the church a note.)
THANKFUL FOR:
-Our country, with all its gifts and shortcomings, that we share this home together.
-Kathy's cat Sadie doing better, and continued prayers as she and Scott await test results.
-Frank, with his birthday coming up next Sunday, July 13.
-Randee's friend and her mother-in-law are doing all right in Kerrville, TX, the site of the floods.
FROM ANCHOR FOR MY SOUL DAILY DEVOTIONAL
GRACE STRENGTH
“You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus.” -2 Timothy 2:1
Though we may be able to garner some motivation on our own, the grace of God is true strength and our only strength in weakness. God’s grace empowers us to live in union with Christ. We never need to rely on our limits when God offers us resources through his Spirit.
Whenever you find your energy waning today ask God for his grace to persevere. There will be moments when he moves you to rest. There will be other times when he holds you in your weakness. Other times, you will find renewed strength and fervor to keep going. Every bit of this is God’s grace. Take what you need and trust you can leave what you don’t. He is good, he is near, and his grace is enough to meet all your needs.
PRAYER: Gracious God, thank you for the power of your grace in my life. Amen.
Have a great remainder of the week!
~Sheila
A NOTE FROM PASTOR DAN…
Everyone,
It is always a blessing when we gather with other followers of Jesus, whether it's for worship, to serve our wider community, or just to shoot the breeze a bit. We've been hosting our weekly Coffee Klatsch on Thursday mornings at 10 AM, and a few folks from Zion and Pilgrim UCC churches have been joining us, which is great.
This Sunday, we'll be gathering at the Lion's Club Shelter in Riverview Park at 10:30 in St. Joe for worship with Zion and Pilgrim UCC. It's a potluck, so we're asking folks to bring:
- a dish to pass (although you're welcome to come, dish in hand or not!)
- your own tableware and drinks (although we'll have water on hand for everyone)
- a lawn chair, if you'd like, but there will be plenty of picnic tables
Jesus prayed that all his followers would be one... "being one" can mean many things, but it certainly includes getting together for worship time and good meal, so I hope to see you there!
Peace in Christ,
Pastor Dan
As always, please feel free to reach out to me if you ever want to talk about anything –[email protected] or 269-588-1163
SCRIPTURE: Luke 14:1, 7-14
SERMON: “The Potluck of Heaven on Earth”
“When you give a luncheon or a dinner, do not invite your friends or your brothers and sisters or your relatives or rich neighbors… But when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind.” -Luke 14:12-13
NEED TO KNOW:
-The JULY newsletter is available on the BLACK CART at church, or view it on the website:
www.riverviewparkchristianchurch.com.
-The JULY/AUGUST Upper Room is also on the BLACK CART; one per family please.
-To keep up-to-date with the latest happenings with the Disciples of Christ, visit https://disciples.org/
This site is a wealth of information for upcoming Disciples events.
-NEW DIRECTORIES are available on the BLACK CART!
FELLOWSHIP HOUR HOST JULY 20: Volunteer needed please.
FELLOWSHIP HOUR HOST JULY 27: Volunteer needed please.
CALENDAR:
-July 13, Sunday, Worship & Potluck with Zion & Pilgrim, 10:30am, Lions Shelter @ Riverview Park
-July 17, Thursday, Coffee Klatsch, 10am, RPCC
-July 17, Thursday, Trustees Meeting, 11am, RPCC
-July 20, Sunday, Worship, 10:30am, RPCC
PRAY FOR…
-Chris A., Glenn C., and Ken S.
-Fred W., June S’s. brother.
-Sheila and Dave’s friend, Scott, who has cancer.
-Dale's niece, who has cancer.
-All those who are suffering from the floods in Texas, the people who are grieving the loss of those they love, and especially for the families who have lost children.
-The First Responders to the floods in Texas, who are dealing with traumatic situations, for their mental health and peace.
-The firefighters killed in the attack in Idaho, and for the firefighter who survived but was seriously wounded.
-Dave, Jim and Randee's friend, who will be having surgery for his hip on Tuesday of this week.
-Kevin Jones, the son of the homeowner whose house Tom is working on, as he faces problems he's having with his memory.
-John and Clara Churchill's family, as Clara deals with health concerns and they grieve the passing of John's brother.
-Dale's wife's family, who have been dealing with serious illness and the passing of family members.
-All people who are facing cuts to Medicaid and SNAP/food benefits.
-The family or our former pastor, Morris Ball, who passed away on June 10. (Sharon Ball sent the church a note.)
THANKFUL FOR:
-Our country, with all its gifts and shortcomings, that we share this home together.
-Kathy's cat Sadie doing better, and continued prayers as she and Scott await test results.
-Frank, with his birthday coming up next Sunday, July 13.
-Randee's friend and her mother-in-law are doing all right in Kerrville, TX, the site of the floods.
FROM ANCHOR FOR MY SOUL DAILY DEVOTIONAL
GRACE STRENGTH
“You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus.” -2 Timothy 2:1
Though we may be able to garner some motivation on our own, the grace of God is true strength and our only strength in weakness. God’s grace empowers us to live in union with Christ. We never need to rely on our limits when God offers us resources through his Spirit.
Whenever you find your energy waning today ask God for his grace to persevere. There will be moments when he moves you to rest. There will be other times when he holds you in your weakness. Other times, you will find renewed strength and fervor to keep going. Every bit of this is God’s grace. Take what you need and trust you can leave what you don’t. He is good, he is near, and his grace is enough to meet all your needs.
PRAYER: Gracious God, thank you for the power of your grace in my life. Amen.
Have a great remainder of the week!
~Sheila