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FROM ZACH
After some much needed rain, we had an awesome Trunk or Fest event. We had so much fun bringing the gift of service and presence for our community. Thank you to all that pitched in and helped! I almost feel like Trunk or Fest really kicks off our Fall calendar with seasonal events. These are great, exciting, and wonderful opportunities to connect, serve and grow. Now perhaps in different contexts, these are just “events.” Things that people do just because. In a church of people striving to be Disciples Creating Disciples, though, these are tools to reach people with the gospel, and in some cases, help wandering disciples find a church community. In addition to all of that, they are also helpful to our church family in the areas of fellowship, discipleship, worship, and service! For the duration of this article, I want to cover three specific happenings taking place this month. I hope that I can flesh out the purpose of these happenings, explain how they apply to you, and encourage you to be a part of them. Let’s begin with our annual OVERFLOW celebration!
OVERFLOW will take place Sunday, November 10th. We will have one service ONLY at 11am. That’s right, just one! We will pull in extra seats to make room for everyone and enjoy an incredible worship experience. While this is going on, our Children’s and Nursery Ministries will be participating in OVERFLOW as well with their regularly scheduled 11am programming. I’m excited about what will be taking place in our Worship Center that morning. Allen and the praise team will lead us in an extended time of worshipping through music and song, and I will share an encouraging message about God’s promises! Following our worship service, we will rally around getting tables and chairs out for a huge fellowship meal! We have sign-up sheets in the Worship Center for one more week, and it would be great to see them filled up to overflowing so that we can make sure to have enough food for everyone. OVERFLOW is just one of those events that seems to encourage everyone. Sadly, I think sometimes we have people choose not to attend because they don’t like the crowd, they attend the 9:30am service, etc. Let me encourage you to shake that off and choose to OVERFLOW in worship with us that day. It’s always beautiful to see how much God has grown our congregation. It’s also a very powerful statement to our guests that will be with us that day. So, first and foremost, we want to encourage you and your family to be with us at 11am on November 10th, but we also want you to grab several OVERFLOW invitations and hand them out to friends, family, co-workers and neighbors. Tell them how great OVERFLOW is! I don’t think they’ll be disappointed.
Then on November 23rd, we will be focused on our annual TURKEY GIVEAWAY! There will be more information coming out soon, but our goal is to be able to provide 400 Thanksgiving meals to families in need. 400! We need your prayers for that as it seems there’s always a little bit of drama with coming up with the turkeys. For those reading this that would benefit from receiving a Thanksgiving meal, you will need to call or text our TURKEY GIVEAWAY coordinator, Krista Howard, at 479-903-5762 to receive a reservation number. Further, if you know someone who might benefit from a Thanksgiving meal, please get Kirsta’s number to them. Very soon, Kirsta will get word out to the body about ways that we can plug in to serve our community through this event. We’ll need help packing groceries, childcare during the giveaway, lots of runners and greeters getting meals in the hands of the people who need them, etc. If you have any questions about serving or supporting this ministry, please call Krista. She has the answers!
Our 8th St. Motel ministry will actually be serving the community TWICE this month. The first will be on November 14th. We will also be having a special 8th St. Motel ministry ON THANKSGIVING day! Kegan and Meghan Anspach will be leading a crew of people to serve the residents at the 8th St. Motel that afternoon. As always, we will promote these events in the bulletin and announcement videos. A sign-up will be available each Sunday of the month. If you haven’t served at 8th St. yet, you have two awesome opportunities this month!
One final thing. It’s not a church event, but I do want to spend some time on it. As I type this article, the final day of voting is just a few days away. I know this is a tumultuous election cycle. I know for some, making a decision is difficult because neither or any candidate is a grand slam. That being said, I would encourage you to prayerfully consider who makes the most sense based on your personal values, and vote. While I respect your right to not vote for anyone, I do think that you’re making a mistake. I won’t say it’s sinful to not vote, but I don’t think it’s good stewardship. God has given you the opportunity to do this. Not everyone gets to! So, he’s left you with the opportunity, and he trusts you to make a good and wise decision. Don’t be like the foolish servant, who when given a bag of gold that his master expected him to invest, went and buried it in the sand. And no matter who is elected, Christ is King, and we are his children. He’s got us!
November’s not just the month before December, church! There are happenings within the month that prepare our hearts for a season of incredible gratitude and thankfulness. Please make sure to plug into these happenings, and let’s have a great November, RCC!
In Christ,
Zach
OVERFLOW will take place Sunday, November 10th. We will have one service ONLY at 11am. That’s right, just one! We will pull in extra seats to make room for everyone and enjoy an incredible worship experience. While this is going on, our Children’s and Nursery Ministries will be participating in OVERFLOW as well with their regularly scheduled 11am programming. I’m excited about what will be taking place in our Worship Center that morning. Allen and the praise team will lead us in an extended time of worshipping through music and song, and I will share an encouraging message about God’s promises! Following our worship service, we will rally around getting tables and chairs out for a huge fellowship meal! We have sign-up sheets in the Worship Center for one more week, and it would be great to see them filled up to overflowing so that we can make sure to have enough food for everyone. OVERFLOW is just one of those events that seems to encourage everyone. Sadly, I think sometimes we have people choose not to attend because they don’t like the crowd, they attend the 9:30am service, etc. Let me encourage you to shake that off and choose to OVERFLOW in worship with us that day. It’s always beautiful to see how much God has grown our congregation. It’s also a very powerful statement to our guests that will be with us that day. So, first and foremost, we want to encourage you and your family to be with us at 11am on November 10th, but we also want you to grab several OVERFLOW invitations and hand them out to friends, family, co-workers and neighbors. Tell them how great OVERFLOW is! I don’t think they’ll be disappointed.
Then on November 23rd, we will be focused on our annual TURKEY GIVEAWAY! There will be more information coming out soon, but our goal is to be able to provide 400 Thanksgiving meals to families in need. 400! We need your prayers for that as it seems there’s always a little bit of drama with coming up with the turkeys. For those reading this that would benefit from receiving a Thanksgiving meal, you will need to call or text our TURKEY GIVEAWAY coordinator, Krista Howard, at 479-903-5762 to receive a reservation number. Further, if you know someone who might benefit from a Thanksgiving meal, please get Kirsta’s number to them. Very soon, Kirsta will get word out to the body about ways that we can plug in to serve our community through this event. We’ll need help packing groceries, childcare during the giveaway, lots of runners and greeters getting meals in the hands of the people who need them, etc. If you have any questions about serving or supporting this ministry, please call Krista. She has the answers!
Our 8th St. Motel ministry will actually be serving the community TWICE this month. The first will be on November 14th. We will also be having a special 8th St. Motel ministry ON THANKSGIVING day! Kegan and Meghan Anspach will be leading a crew of people to serve the residents at the 8th St. Motel that afternoon. As always, we will promote these events in the bulletin and announcement videos. A sign-up will be available each Sunday of the month. If you haven’t served at 8th St. yet, you have two awesome opportunities this month!
One final thing. It’s not a church event, but I do want to spend some time on it. As I type this article, the final day of voting is just a few days away. I know this is a tumultuous election cycle. I know for some, making a decision is difficult because neither or any candidate is a grand slam. That being said, I would encourage you to prayerfully consider who makes the most sense based on your personal values, and vote. While I respect your right to not vote for anyone, I do think that you’re making a mistake. I won’t say it’s sinful to not vote, but I don’t think it’s good stewardship. God has given you the opportunity to do this. Not everyone gets to! So, he’s left you with the opportunity, and he trusts you to make a good and wise decision. Don’t be like the foolish servant, who when given a bag of gold that his master expected him to invest, went and buried it in the sand. And no matter who is elected, Christ is King, and we are his children. He’s got us!
November’s not just the month before December, church! There are happenings within the month that prepare our hearts for a season of incredible gratitude and thankfulness. Please make sure to plug into these happenings, and let’s have a great November, RCC!
In Christ,
Zach
Contact Zach Here:
FROM ALLEN
I love the summer months, but there is nothing like this time of year. It’s beautiful to see the color of the leaves turning and to feel the crispness of the autumn air. Our children have been more involved in sports unlike any other past years. As their sports seasons come to a close, it helps us to prepare for more family time during this Thanksgiving season.
Last Sunday, Zach and I announced my resignation from full-time worship ministry. That decision has been difficult, but at the same time very clear. I have been doing my dream job for almost 18 years! Kameesha and I have loved being a part of an incredible staff team. My decision to step away to be more emotionally present at home has been one which we have prayed about for a few years. I let the leadership know of my intentions this past June, and we have been working closely to prepare for the transition. As I stated last Sunday, this is not a normal resignation as I am not leaving for another ministry. I plan to take a job with a local construction company to provide for my family. I am not unhappy with the leadership or the staff, and I am confident that in these next few months God will bring the person who can do more than just fill the open position, but can help lead RCC and the worship ministry to take the necessary steps to continue to lead worship at a growing church community.
I love my church. We have no plans of relocating or attending anywhere else. Our plan involves rolling up our sleeves and continuing to be a part of this church body. As Zach announced last Sunday, I will remain full-time until the end of the year and, if needed, I will work part-time until God brings us a replacement. Please join us in prayer for the next person to lead this worship ministry.
God is doing an incredible work within us and among us. We are a church that loves our Savior and takes advantage of opportunities to worship Him. Many times, it’s difficult to praise Jesus when we don’t feel like it. During those dark hours, it’s important to turn our hearts towards Him even when our will doesn’t want to follow. This is how Christian men and women give glory to God and worship Him every Sunday. This is how I’ve stood in front of you every Sunday (when I’m not out of town) and led you in worship. There are Sundays when I don’t want to do it. I know there are Sundays when you don’t want to, either. Together, let’s continue to sing His praise for His goodness and His grace in our lives.
Here are some activities we have coming up. On November 10th, we have our Overflow event. That's one service with a Thanksgiving meal to follow in the Worship Center. We’re still needing people to bring sides, desserts, and to help us cook the turkeys and deliver them (sliced) back to the Worship Center kitchen by 10am Sunday morning. Our Sing-n-Sweets event will be held in the Worship Center on Sunday, December 1st, from 6-7:30pm. This is an event where we sing the classic Christmas carols and enjoy refreshments together. Then, the following Sunday, the Worship Ministry will carol to anyone who would enjoy listening to a small group of people sing a few songs at the front steps of their homes. If you would like us to carol to you, please reach out to me at 479.366.8827 or allen@rogerscc.org.
Servin’ God and Lovin’ It!
Allen
Last Sunday, Zach and I announced my resignation from full-time worship ministry. That decision has been difficult, but at the same time very clear. I have been doing my dream job for almost 18 years! Kameesha and I have loved being a part of an incredible staff team. My decision to step away to be more emotionally present at home has been one which we have prayed about for a few years. I let the leadership know of my intentions this past June, and we have been working closely to prepare for the transition. As I stated last Sunday, this is not a normal resignation as I am not leaving for another ministry. I plan to take a job with a local construction company to provide for my family. I am not unhappy with the leadership or the staff, and I am confident that in these next few months God will bring the person who can do more than just fill the open position, but can help lead RCC and the worship ministry to take the necessary steps to continue to lead worship at a growing church community.
I love my church. We have no plans of relocating or attending anywhere else. Our plan involves rolling up our sleeves and continuing to be a part of this church body. As Zach announced last Sunday, I will remain full-time until the end of the year and, if needed, I will work part-time until God brings us a replacement. Please join us in prayer for the next person to lead this worship ministry.
God is doing an incredible work within us and among us. We are a church that loves our Savior and takes advantage of opportunities to worship Him. Many times, it’s difficult to praise Jesus when we don’t feel like it. During those dark hours, it’s important to turn our hearts towards Him even when our will doesn’t want to follow. This is how Christian men and women give glory to God and worship Him every Sunday. This is how I’ve stood in front of you every Sunday (when I’m not out of town) and led you in worship. There are Sundays when I don’t want to do it. I know there are Sundays when you don’t want to, either. Together, let’s continue to sing His praise for His goodness and His grace in our lives.
Here are some activities we have coming up. On November 10th, we have our Overflow event. That's one service with a Thanksgiving meal to follow in the Worship Center. We’re still needing people to bring sides, desserts, and to help us cook the turkeys and deliver them (sliced) back to the Worship Center kitchen by 10am Sunday morning. Our Sing-n-Sweets event will be held in the Worship Center on Sunday, December 1st, from 6-7:30pm. This is an event where we sing the classic Christmas carols and enjoy refreshments together. Then, the following Sunday, the Worship Ministry will carol to anyone who would enjoy listening to a small group of people sing a few songs at the front steps of their homes. If you would like us to carol to you, please reach out to me at 479.366.8827 or allen@rogerscc.org.
Servin’ God and Lovin’ It!
Allen
Contact Allen Here:
Iglesia Cristiana
Echad vuestras redes una vez más
En el silencio de la noche, cuando las estrellas titilan como faros en la oscuridad, se escucha el susurro persistente de una llamada divina: "Echad la red una vez más". Esta invitación no es solo un reto, sino un recordatorio de la perseverancia que Dios nos pide, un llamado a mantener la fe en medio de las tormentas de la vida.
A menudo, en nuestro caminar, nos encontramos con momentos de desánimo. Las olas de la duda y el miedo chocan contra la barca de nuestras esperanzas, y la tentación de rendirnos se hace fuerte. Sin embargo, en esos instantes de quiebre, la voz de Dios resuena con un poder renovador, instándonos a no desistir. "Echad la red una vez más" no es solo una instrucción; es una promesa de que lo imposible puede hacerse posible si confiamos y seguimos adelante.
La historia de aquellos que echan la red una vez más es una historia de valentía. Es la historia de quienes, a pesar de haber encontrado lo vacío en sus esfuerzos, eligen volver a intentarlo, guiados por la fe. Cada lanzamiento de la red simboliza una oración, un acto de confianza en que, aunque los resultados no sean inmediatos, cada esfuerzo cuenta en el grandioso plan de Dios.
La perseverancia se convierte así en un acto sagrado. Es un reconocimiento de que nuestras luchas no son en vano, sino que están entrelazadas con un propósito mayor. Dios nos llama a ser valientes, a confiar en Su sabiduría, incluso cuando la niebla de la incertidumbre nos rodea. Hay una belleza en la lucha, en el esfuerzo de seguir echando la red, donde cada intento es un testimonio de nuestra fe.
Así, cuando sientas que ya no puedes más, recuerda que el acto de volver a intentarlo es un reflejo de la gracia divina. Cada vez que echas la red, lo haces con el respaldo de un amor que nunca falla. En cada pesca, en cada encuentro, hay un nuevo aprendizaje, una nueva revelación de Su presencia en nuestras vidas.
"Echad la red una vez más" se convierte en un pensamiento de esperanza y perseverancia, un canto que nos anima a seguir adelante, a confiar en el proceso y a creer que, al final de esta travesía, encontraremos no solo lo que buscamos, sino algo aún más grande: la certeza de que, en cada paso, estamos siendo guiados por Su mano amorosa. Lucas 5:4
La paz de Dios te acompañe.
Blessings.
God is good.
Pastor, Arturo Mejia
En el silencio de la noche, cuando las estrellas titilan como faros en la oscuridad, se escucha el susurro persistente de una llamada divina: "Echad la red una vez más". Esta invitación no es solo un reto, sino un recordatorio de la perseverancia que Dios nos pide, un llamado a mantener la fe en medio de las tormentas de la vida.
A menudo, en nuestro caminar, nos encontramos con momentos de desánimo. Las olas de la duda y el miedo chocan contra la barca de nuestras esperanzas, y la tentación de rendirnos se hace fuerte. Sin embargo, en esos instantes de quiebre, la voz de Dios resuena con un poder renovador, instándonos a no desistir. "Echad la red una vez más" no es solo una instrucción; es una promesa de que lo imposible puede hacerse posible si confiamos y seguimos adelante.
La historia de aquellos que echan la red una vez más es una historia de valentía. Es la historia de quienes, a pesar de haber encontrado lo vacío en sus esfuerzos, eligen volver a intentarlo, guiados por la fe. Cada lanzamiento de la red simboliza una oración, un acto de confianza en que, aunque los resultados no sean inmediatos, cada esfuerzo cuenta en el grandioso plan de Dios.
La perseverancia se convierte así en un acto sagrado. Es un reconocimiento de que nuestras luchas no son en vano, sino que están entrelazadas con un propósito mayor. Dios nos llama a ser valientes, a confiar en Su sabiduría, incluso cuando la niebla de la incertidumbre nos rodea. Hay una belleza en la lucha, en el esfuerzo de seguir echando la red, donde cada intento es un testimonio de nuestra fe.
Así, cuando sientas que ya no puedes más, recuerda que el acto de volver a intentarlo es un reflejo de la gracia divina. Cada vez que echas la red, lo haces con el respaldo de un amor que nunca falla. En cada pesca, en cada encuentro, hay un nuevo aprendizaje, una nueva revelación de Su presencia en nuestras vidas.
"Echad la red una vez más" se convierte en un pensamiento de esperanza y perseverancia, un canto que nos anima a seguir adelante, a confiar en el proceso y a creer que, al final de esta travesía, encontraremos no solo lo que buscamos, sino algo aún más grande: la certeza de que, en cada paso, estamos siendo guiados por Su mano amorosa. Lucas 5:4
La paz de Dios te acompañe.
Blessings.
God is good.
Pastor, Arturo Mejia
Cast the net once more
In the silence of the night, when the stars twinkle like beacons in the darkness, one hears the persistent whisper of a divine call: "Cast the net once more." This invitation is not only a challenge, but a reminder of the perseverance God asks of us, a call to keep the faith in the midst of life's storms.
Often, in our walk, we encounter moments of discouragement. The waves of doubt and fear crash against the boat of our hopes, and the temptation to give up becomes strong. However, in those moments of rupture, the voice of God resounds with a renewing power, urging us not to give up. "Cast the net once more" is not just an instruction; It is a promise that the impossible can be made possible if we trust and move forward.
The story of those who cast the net once again is a story of bravery. It is the story of those who, despite having found the emptiness in their efforts, choose to try again, guided by faith. Each cast of the net symbolizes a prayer, an act of trust that, even if the results are not immediate, every effort counts in God's grand plan.
Perseverance thus becomes a sacred act. It is an acknowledgment that our struggles are not in vain, but are intertwined with a greater purpose. God calls us to be courageous, to trust in His wisdom, even when the fog of uncertainty surrounds us. There is a beauty in the struggle, in the effort to keep casting the net, where every attempt is a testimony of our faith.
So, when you feel like you can't take it anymore, remember that the act of trying again is a reflection of divine grace. Every time you cast the net, you do so with the support of a love that never fails. In every catch, in every encounter, there is a new learning, a new revelation of His presence in our lives.
"Cast the net once more" becomes a thought of hope and perseverance, a song that encourages us to keep going, to trust in the process, and to believe that, at the end of this journey, we will find not only what we seek, but something even greater: the certainty that, at every step, we are being guided by His loving hand. Luke 5:4
La paz de Dios te acompañe.
Blessings.
God is good.
Pastor, Arturo Mejia
In the silence of the night, when the stars twinkle like beacons in the darkness, one hears the persistent whisper of a divine call: "Cast the net once more." This invitation is not only a challenge, but a reminder of the perseverance God asks of us, a call to keep the faith in the midst of life's storms.
Often, in our walk, we encounter moments of discouragement. The waves of doubt and fear crash against the boat of our hopes, and the temptation to give up becomes strong. However, in those moments of rupture, the voice of God resounds with a renewing power, urging us not to give up. "Cast the net once more" is not just an instruction; It is a promise that the impossible can be made possible if we trust and move forward.
The story of those who cast the net once again is a story of bravery. It is the story of those who, despite having found the emptiness in their efforts, choose to try again, guided by faith. Each cast of the net symbolizes a prayer, an act of trust that, even if the results are not immediate, every effort counts in God's grand plan.
Perseverance thus becomes a sacred act. It is an acknowledgment that our struggles are not in vain, but are intertwined with a greater purpose. God calls us to be courageous, to trust in His wisdom, even when the fog of uncertainty surrounds us. There is a beauty in the struggle, in the effort to keep casting the net, where every attempt is a testimony of our faith.
So, when you feel like you can't take it anymore, remember that the act of trying again is a reflection of divine grace. Every time you cast the net, you do so with the support of a love that never fails. In every catch, in every encounter, there is a new learning, a new revelation of His presence in our lives.
"Cast the net once more" becomes a thought of hope and perseverance, a song that encourages us to keep going, to trust in the process, and to believe that, at the end of this journey, we will find not only what we seek, but something even greater: the certainty that, at every step, we are being guided by His loving hand. Luke 5:4
La paz de Dios te acompañe.
Blessings.
God is good.
Pastor, Arturo Mejia
Contact Arturo Here:
NUMA STUDENT CALENDAR - November-December
EVERY SUNDAY - Jr. High and High School Bible Study @ 9:30am in the Student Center!
EVERY WEDNESDAY - OASIS - 6th-12th grade LifeGroups and Worship @ 6:30pm
November 1st-2nd -THE EVENT @ OZARK CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
This is a fantastic overnight event for 9th-12th graders! We'll be heading to Ozark Christian College on Friday at 4:00pm, and will be back on Saturday by 5:00pm! $75 per student. Must sign up to attend at the Hub in the Student Center, or by contacting Isaac. Deadline to sign up is October 6th.
November 23rd - Turkey Giveaway - Watch for details in the bulletin and announcement video on Sundays for details on how you can help give families in need a Thanksgiving Dinner!
November 27th - No Youth Group
December 1st - Sing n' Sweets - 6-7:30 pm - come enjoy an amazing night of singing Christmas songs and enjoying sweets together!
December 18th- Youth Group Christmas Party! - 6:30 to 8 pm - Wear your favorite Ugly Sweater for the Costume.
December 25th - No Youth Group
December 30th-31st - Winter Retreat! Mark your calendars and watch for details on this overnight event! It's going to be a blast!
January 1st - No Youth Group
TO SIGN UP FOR EVENTS - PLEASE TEXT, CALL OR EMAIL ISAAC, OUR STUDENT PASTOR, OR SIGN UP AT "THE HUB" IN THE STUDENT CENTER.
479-426-5897 // isaac@rogerscc.org
EVERY SUNDAY - Jr. High and High School Bible Study @ 9:30am in the Student Center!
EVERY WEDNESDAY - OASIS - 6th-12th grade LifeGroups and Worship @ 6:30pm
November 1st-2nd -THE EVENT @ OZARK CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
This is a fantastic overnight event for 9th-12th graders! We'll be heading to Ozark Christian College on Friday at 4:00pm, and will be back on Saturday by 5:00pm! $75 per student. Must sign up to attend at the Hub in the Student Center, or by contacting Isaac. Deadline to sign up is October 6th.
November 23rd - Turkey Giveaway - Watch for details in the bulletin and announcement video on Sundays for details on how you can help give families in need a Thanksgiving Dinner!
November 27th - No Youth Group
December 1st - Sing n' Sweets - 6-7:30 pm - come enjoy an amazing night of singing Christmas songs and enjoying sweets together!
December 18th- Youth Group Christmas Party! - 6:30 to 8 pm - Wear your favorite Ugly Sweater for the Costume.
December 25th - No Youth Group
December 30th-31st - Winter Retreat! Mark your calendars and watch for details on this overnight event! It's going to be a blast!
January 1st - No Youth Group
TO SIGN UP FOR EVENTS - PLEASE TEXT, CALL OR EMAIL ISAAC, OUR STUDENT PASTOR, OR SIGN UP AT "THE HUB" IN THE STUDENT CENTER.
479-426-5897 // isaac@rogerscc.org
Contact Isaac Here:
Trunk-or-Fest was such a wonderful event! We had 400 in attendance! Thank you so much to those of you that helped in any capacity - from running trunks and volunteering your time, to simply inviting your friends, it was all a part of making it a successful event! Thank you, thank you!
Our kids will continue learning the books of the Bible and how to find verses on Sundays during Kids Worship. Please help them keep going! Many now have the whole old testament memorized. 66 books is a lot to remember, but they are capable and really growing! Help them sharpen their skills by finding verses together.
During the month of November in our kids Bible classes, kids will learn more about what it looks like to see God as the hero of our story as they hear the story of Ruth and Naomi. They'll see how God gives them companions, opportunities, boldness, and hope so they can be heroes, too!
Upcoming dates:
November 10th: Overflow
November 17th: Operation Christmas Child boxes due!
November 20th: Friendsgiving - a Thanksgiving meal and night of thanks
November 27th: NO Wednesday night programs
December 18th: Kids Ministry Christmas party
December 25th & January 1st: NO Wednesday night Programs
Happy November, friends!
Much love,
Jamie
Our kids will continue learning the books of the Bible and how to find verses on Sundays during Kids Worship. Please help them keep going! Many now have the whole old testament memorized. 66 books is a lot to remember, but they are capable and really growing! Help them sharpen their skills by finding verses together.
During the month of November in our kids Bible classes, kids will learn more about what it looks like to see God as the hero of our story as they hear the story of Ruth and Naomi. They'll see how God gives them companions, opportunities, boldness, and hope so they can be heroes, too!
Upcoming dates:
November 10th: Overflow
November 17th: Operation Christmas Child boxes due!
November 20th: Friendsgiving - a Thanksgiving meal and night of thanks
November 27th: NO Wednesday night programs
December 18th: Kids Ministry Christmas party
December 25th & January 1st: NO Wednesday night Programs
Happy November, friends!
Much love,
Jamie
Contact Jamie Here:
The Holidays are quickly approaching! November is all about food and thankfulness. Our theme for the month is God Gives me Food. We will also focus heavily on thanksgiving, learning and talking about all of the things God gives us that we can be thankful for. We have a lot of fun songs, stories and crafts planned this month. Our verse comes from Genesis 1:29. This month your child will hear words and songs about God’s gift of food, hear stories about God’s provision of food, and feel thankful for food and many of the things God gives us.
SING IT
(to the tune of Mulberry Bush)
Apples taste so good to me,
So good to me, so good to me.
Apples taste so good to me.
I thank God for my food!
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VOLUNTEER in The Harbor Nursery!
We have many volunteer opportunities available in the Harbor Nursery Ministry and at Check-in!
•1st and 2nd Service Check-in Volunteers
•1st and 2nd Service Substitutes- BIGGEST NEED!
If you're interested in serving in this vital ministry at RCC, please reach out to Andrea VanAuken using the form below.
Thank you!
SING IT
(to the tune of Mulberry Bush)
Apples taste so good to me,
So good to me, so good to me.
Apples taste so good to me.
I thank God for my food!
___________________________________________________________________________
VOLUNTEER in The Harbor Nursery!
We have many volunteer opportunities available in the Harbor Nursery Ministry and at Check-in!
•1st and 2nd Service Check-in Volunteers
•1st and 2nd Service Substitutes- BIGGEST NEED!
If you're interested in serving in this vital ministry at RCC, please reach out to Andrea VanAuken using the form below.
Thank you!
Email Andrea, The Nursery Coordinator, with the form below:
INTERNATIONAL MISSIONS
The International Missions Committee is excited to share with the body our revised monthly commitment amounts. We’ve been able to increase our giving to the organizations we support due to RCC’s generous giving. We thank all of you for being gracious stewards of God’s blessings, and in turn, blessing others with the Gospel.
Abra Church of Christ Ministries Association: $2,000
Philippines Bible Seminary: $183
Vision for Missions: $600
Other Philippines Missions: $400
Team Expansion: $500
Camp Hope: $400
Scriptures in Use: $300
Total: $4,383
-The International Missions Committee
Abra Church of Christ Ministries Association: $2,000
Philippines Bible Seminary: $183
Vision for Missions: $600
Other Philippines Missions: $400
Team Expansion: $500
Camp Hope: $400
Scriptures in Use: $300
Total: $4,383
-The International Missions Committee
Community Groups are active! If you aren't involved in a C-Group and would like to be, please contact Allen Williams with the form below!
OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Men’s Breakfast
Guys of all ages are invited to join us on Saturday, November 9th, for our Men’s Breakfast! RCC’s own, Chad Audlehelm, will be our guest speaker. We will meet in the Worship Center at 8am for an awesome time of food and community! Bring some friends, and we hope to see you there!
Guys of all ages are invited to join us on Saturday, November 9th, for our Men’s Breakfast! RCC’s own, Chad Audlehelm, will be our guest speaker. We will meet in the Worship Center at 8am for an awesome time of food and community! Bring some friends, and we hope to see you there!
Join us for Overflow on November 10th
Join us at 11:00am for one combined service where we will let praise and blessing overflow from our hearts towards God! 9:30am and 11:00am Bible Studies will not be offered, but Kid’s Worship and Nursery Ministries will be available. We'll enjoy a Thanksgiving meal directly after service. Please get signed up to help provide sides and desserts. Invitations will be located throughout the campus for your friends and neighbors!
Join us at 11:00am for one combined service where we will let praise and blessing overflow from our hearts towards God! 9:30am and 11:00am Bible Studies will not be offered, but Kid’s Worship and Nursery Ministries will be available. We'll enjoy a Thanksgiving meal directly after service. Please get signed up to help provide sides and desserts. Invitations will be located throughout the campus for your friends and neighbors!
Women’s Ministry Gathering
Join us Monday, November 11th, at 6:30pm for our monthly Women's Gathering! There will be worship, food, fellowship, and a devotion! We will be enjoying a Thanksgiving dinner, so please bring sides and a dessert to share (turkey provided). Childcare will be provided. See you there!
Join us Monday, November 11th, at 6:30pm for our monthly Women's Gathering! There will be worship, food, fellowship, and a devotion! We will be enjoying a Thanksgiving dinner, so please bring sides and a dessert to share (turkey provided). Childcare will be provided. See you there!
The 8th Street Motel Serving Ministry
Our next service at The 8th Street Motel will be on Thursday, November 14th. We need 2 people to help with meal preparation at 1pm in the Worship Center kitchen, and 12 people to help with set up and serving. We’ll meet in the Worship Center at 4:15pm to go set up, and should be done by 5:30pm. A sign up sheet is available on the RCC table. Contact the church office, 479-636-9067, for questions.
Our next service at The 8th Street Motel will be on Thursday, November 14th. We need 2 people to help with meal preparation at 1pm in the Worship Center kitchen, and 12 people to help with set up and serving. We’ll meet in the Worship Center at 4:15pm to go set up, and should be done by 5:30pm. A sign up sheet is available on the RCC table. Contact the church office, 479-636-9067, for questions.
Ladies Out to Lunch Bunch
All ladies are invited to lunch November 18th at 11am at Golden Corral in Rogers. This is a fun time of fellowship with other ladies, and we hope you will join us! Contact Krista Howard, 479-903-5762, for more information.
All ladies are invited to lunch November 18th at 11am at Golden Corral in Rogers. This is a fun time of fellowship with other ladies, and we hope you will join us! Contact Krista Howard, 479-903-5762, for more information.
Operation Christmas Child
It’s time again for Operation Christmas Child! Help us bless children across the world who would otherwise not get a gift for Christmas. Stop by the table at the back of the Worship Center, grab your box(es) and label(s), fill with gift items (instructions are inside the box), and bring to service on November 17th. Keep the box with you in your seat, as we are making this a special part of our worship offering. Thank you for helping RCC bless the lives of children around the world!
It’s time again for Operation Christmas Child! Help us bless children across the world who would otherwise not get a gift for Christmas. Stop by the table at the back of the Worship Center, grab your box(es) and label(s), fill with gift items (instructions are inside the box), and bring to service on November 17th. Keep the box with you in your seat, as we are making this a special part of our worship offering. Thank you for helping RCC bless the lives of children around the world!
RCC Community Blood Drive
On November 22nd, from 12-4pm, we are partnering with the Red Cross for a Blood Drive! Please visit redcrossblood.org, or click the button below to get scheduled. You will also receive two pair of custom FRIENDS + Red Cross socks just for donating! Keep one, gift one! Thank you for partnering with us to serve our community!
On November 22nd, from 12-4pm, we are partnering with the Red Cross for a Blood Drive! Please visit redcrossblood.org, or click the button below to get scheduled. You will also receive two pair of custom FRIENDS + Red Cross socks just for donating! Keep one, gift one! Thank you for partnering with us to serve our community!
Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway
On November 23rd, we will be focused on our annual TURKEY GIVEAWAY! There will be more information coming out soon, but our goal is to be able to provide 400 Thanksgiving meals to families in need. 400! We need your prayers for that as it seems there’s always a little bit of drama with coming up with the turkeys. For those reading this that would benefit from receiving a Thanksgiving meal, you will need to call or text our TURKEY GIVEAWAY coordinator, Krista Howard, at 479-903-5762 to receive a reservation number. Further, if you know someone who might benefit from a Thanksgiving meal, please get Kirsta’s number to them. Very soon, Kirsta will get word out to the body about ways that we can plug in to serve our community through this event. We’ll need help packing groceries, childcare during the giveaway, lots of runners and greeters getting meals in the hands of the people who need them, etc. If you have any questions about serving or supporting this ministry, please call Krista. She has the answers!
On November 23rd, we will be focused on our annual TURKEY GIVEAWAY! There will be more information coming out soon, but our goal is to be able to provide 400 Thanksgiving meals to families in need. 400! We need your prayers for that as it seems there’s always a little bit of drama with coming up with the turkeys. For those reading this that would benefit from receiving a Thanksgiving meal, you will need to call or text our TURKEY GIVEAWAY coordinator, Krista Howard, at 479-903-5762 to receive a reservation number. Further, if you know someone who might benefit from a Thanksgiving meal, please get Kirsta’s number to them. Very soon, Kirsta will get word out to the body about ways that we can plug in to serve our community through this event. We’ll need help packing groceries, childcare during the giveaway, lots of runners and greeters getting meals in the hands of the people who need them, etc. If you have any questions about serving or supporting this ministry, please call Krista. She has the answers!
There will be no Wednesday night programming November 27th. Enjoy your Thanksgiving break!
8th St. Motel Thanksgiving Dinner Serving Opportunity
We will be having a special 8th St. Motel ministry ON THANKSGIVING day! Kegan and Meghan Anspach will be leading a crew of people to serve the residents at the 8th St. Motel that afternoon. As always, we will promote these events in the bulletin and announcement videos. A sign-up will be available each Sunday of the month.
We will be having a special 8th St. Motel ministry ON THANKSGIVING day! Kegan and Meghan Anspach will be leading a crew of people to serve the residents at the 8th St. Motel that afternoon. As always, we will promote these events in the bulletin and announcement videos. A sign-up will be available each Sunday of the month.
The Church Office will be closed November 28th and 29th in observance of Thanksgiving. Have a wonderful holiday!
Iglesia Cristiana De Las Mujeras
El Grupo de Damas estara reuniendose el Sabado 30 de Noviembre a las 2pm. Estan todas invitadas a las reuniones. Favor de contactar a Gladys Mejia, 832-370-0795, o Ferlim Alas, 479-715-1793, para mas informacion.
El Grupo de Damas estara reuniendose el Sabado 30 de Noviembre a las 2pm. Estan todas invitadas a las reuniones. Favor de contactar a Gladys Mejia, 832-370-0795, o Ferlim Alas, 479-715-1793, para mas informacion.
New Baby Room
Due to all of the new babies in our church family, we have created a new baby room for parents and their children. This is a space where you you will find a changing table, play mat, chairs, and a tv that will be live streaming the Sunday service. The Baby Room is located near the coffee in the Worship Center. Enjoy!
Due to all of the new babies in our church family, we have created a new baby room for parents and their children. This is a space where you you will find a changing table, play mat, chairs, and a tv that will be live streaming the Sunday service. The Baby Room is located near the coffee in the Worship Center. Enjoy!
Homebound Communion
We have put together teams of individuals who will deliver communion to our homebound church members. If you are unable to make it on campus for service and would like for someone to come to your home and serve you communion, please contact our Lead Pastor, Zach, at the church office by phone or email (479-636-9067, zach@rogerscc.org).
We have put together teams of individuals who will deliver communion to our homebound church members. If you are unable to make it on campus for service and would like for someone to come to your home and serve you communion, please contact our Lead Pastor, Zach, at the church office by phone or email (479-636-9067, zach@rogerscc.org).
THE NON-FOOD PANTRY
The Non-Food Pantry is open on the first Tuesday of every month from 5-6pm. If you, or someone you know needs some help, then stop by! Photo ID and proof of residency in Rogers are needed in order to receive items.
The Non-Food Pantry is open on the first Tuesday of every month from 5-6pm. If you, or someone you know needs some help, then stop by! Photo ID and proof of residency in Rogers are needed in order to receive items.
Are you crafty? Or do you just have a heart for those in pain? Join this ministry!
Pray, while making a shawl, for an individual who has a long term illness (Illness lasting 6+ months)
How you can help:
1. If you can crochet or knit, your help in making shawls would be greatly appreciated
2. Donations to help with the yarn for making shawls. (Just an average cost for the yarn to make a shawl is approximately $15.)
3. Send in names for people to receive a shawl. Text or call 479-426-5687 or send a Facebook message to Heather Fyffe.
Pray, while making a shawl, for an individual who has a long term illness (Illness lasting 6+ months)
How you can help:
1. If you can crochet or knit, your help in making shawls would be greatly appreciated
2. Donations to help with the yarn for making shawls. (Just an average cost for the yarn to make a shawl is approximately $15.)
3. Send in names for people to receive a shawl. Text or call 479-426-5687 or send a Facebook message to Heather Fyffe.