Lantern October 1, 2011
- Lantern Articles
- Sep 30, 2011
- Series: Lantern
Bill McCartney, of Promise Keepers and former head football coach at the University of Colorado, wanted to defeat arch rival Nebraska very badly. Colorado had not beaten Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska, for 23 years. Bill had seen the study related to people thinking about themselves 86% of the time and wanted to get his team members to think about someone other than themselves. So he hatched a plan to hand out 60 game balls, one to each member of the team. He explained that the final score would be written on these footballs and sent to the person each player dedicated his performance to in the Nebraska game. He asked the team to let the person know that they would be playing with all of their heart for them, and to watch the game. Needless to say, the dedication and heartfelt connection to a special person lifted the Colorado team to victory.
As always, we are again asking you to pray about and submit your annual pledge to our 2012 annual budget. Along with your pledge, we ask that you consider whether you might give a little more to increase your personal sense of investment in the game. Just as those players each dedicated a personal game ball to a loved one, maybe you could dedicate a little more in honor of a loved one. With your give a little more component, our congregation can do a lot more for the Kingdom of God.
Please pledge as an act of faithfulness to support our annual budget. Please give a little more to honor that special person!
George Colberg, Stewardship Chairman RBCPC ‘11
Mark Up Isaiah
Tuesdays, Oct. 18 – Nov. 8
4:00 p.m., Resale Shops and 7:00 p.m., Chapel.
A four-week study. Join Pastor Bruce for the last in his Mark Up Lecture series: Isaiah. Lectures will be recorded and available on-line and on CD.
Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians
Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:15 p.m., Chapel.
Join us as we study, discuss and reflect on the faith and theology that Paul shares in the book of Ephesians. Each evening will include a lecture followed by small group discussions.
Weekly Schedule:
10/5 Ephesians 4 ~ Jim Marian
10/12 Ephesians 5 ~ Ryan Ross
10/19 Ephesians 6 ~ Neal Nybo
Family Events
Saturdads
Sat., Oct. 1, 9-11 a.m., Preschool Playground.
Dad’s bring your kids for playtime. There will be coffee, snacks, and time for play. Contact Ryan Ross, , (858) 583-4864.
25th Annual Preschool Craft Fair
Fri., Oct. 21, 9 - 4 p.m. and Sat., Oct. 22, 9 - 1 p.m.
A two day craft fair with 60+ local artisans selling children’s items, unique home décor, holiday décor, jewelry, clothes and other beautiful crafts. This fun-filled event includes a bake sale, opportunity drawing, and lunch service each day.
Saturday Schedule:
Pancake Breakfast: 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Costume Parade: 9:45 a.m.
Kids Carnival: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The funds raised at the Craft Fair are used to upgrade and maintain the preschool’s playground and provide additional support to our classrooms.
Halloween Carnival
Sat., Oct. 29, 9 - 11 a.m.
Wear your costumes and come enjoy games, crafts, jumps, and fall photos.
Resale Shop has Halloween Costumes
We have an enormous collection of new costumes from $5 - $25. Contact Gayle Marrett, (858) 486-5023.
Discipleship
Casa Covenant Group
1st Thursday of the month, 11:00 a.m.
A new group has formed at Casa de las Campanas – newcomers are welcome – bring a friend! We are an open group - you do not need to be a Casa resident or RBCPC member. We meet once a month in MP4 for fellowship, prayer and Bible study. At our next meeting on Oct. 6th, Pastor Mofid Wasef will continue a discussion on Romans. Contact Donna Prather, , (858) 592-7679.
Wisdom For The Journey
Sundays, beginning Oct. 9, 10 – 11 a.m., Room 254 and Wednesdays, beginning Oct. 12, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m., Room 222. Study focus: Unlocking the Secrets of the Parables. Join us as we explore the rich meaning of the parables of Jesus, a source of guidance for Christian living today. Instructor: Dr. Bob Lauer.
Women’s Christian Book Club
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 7 - 8:30 p.m., Room 181.
Join us for C.S. Lewis’ Prince Caspian. Contact Ellen Norton, , (858) 883-2460.
Serendipity Women’s Bible Study
Tuesdays, 9:30 - 11 a.m., Room 231.
Join us for a study of the joyful, encouraging book of Philippians. Flyers are in the Welcome Center. Contact Linda Allen, (858) 487-1667, .
Celebration Bible Study
Every other Thurs., 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Room 235.
A Women’s Study: Set Apart, by Jennifer Kennedy Dean. Contact Cary Boyll, (858) 774-0738, .
Library Corner
The library has many new books on the shelves. Come see what we have to offer. We are open after services on Sunday. Volunteers will be there to assist you. For a complete list of new books, www.rbcpc.org/library.
Fellowship
Prime Time
Thursdays through Nov. 17, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Fellowship Center, cost $7/person. Vibrant, energetic entertainment with unique cuisine experiences. Sign-up sheet on the Courtyard each Sunday or contact the Welcome Center, (858) 487-0811.
Windjammers
Fri., Oct. 14, 6:30 p.m., Fellowship Center, Cost $7.50 /person.
Our guest, Beverly Lambert, will host a video chat with
Jung-Ho Pak about the outreach work of Orchestra Nova.
Advanced reservations requested. Sign up on the Courtyard. Contact Polly Purcifull, (858) 487- 9002.
Savvy Travelers Upcoming Trips
We have three exciting trips coming up. On Oct. 14 will be the USMC recruit graduation parade in San Diego and lunch in Old Town. Nov. 2 will be a trip to Elvis Presley’s Palm Springs home. Dec. 15 will be a trip to Newport Beach to visit Roger’s Gardens and sail on a boat in the Parade of Lights on Newport Bay. Sign up on the Courtyard or contact,
(858) 487-0811, ext. 300.
Wednesday Night Suppers
Wednesday, Sept. 14, 5:30 - 6:45 p.m.
Come join us for fun and fellowship for a buffet-style supper. Take advantage of a mid-week cooking break and enjoy delicious food and great fellowship. Cost $7.50 /adults, $5 /ages 6-16, $2 /ages 4-5, free /under age 3, $20 /family of 4.
RBCPC Bowlers
Season begins Monday, Nov. 21, 7 p.m., Eagle Lanes, San Marcos.
Teams now forming: women and men, any average, mixed handicap league. Contact Ron Hubbard, (760) 803-2169, .
Thursday Morning Men’s Fellowship
Thursdays, November 17, 6 - 7:30 a.m., Fellowship Center.
Join us for a video discussion series based on Wild at Heart by John Eldredge.
Reformation Overview
Wednesday, October 26, 7:00 – 8:15 p.m., Chapel.
Pastor Neal Nybo will lead a brief overview of key events in the Reformation that changed the church forever. We will also address the question: are similar changes facing the church today?
Taste Of Germany and Austria Tour
June 16-26, 2012.
We will visit a Chocolate Factory, Reformation and Sound of Music sites, Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest and enjoy a Rhine River Cruise. Contact Pastor Neal, .
Care and Support
Grief Recovery Support Group
2nd and 4th Sundays of the month, 4 - 5:30 p.m., Room 181.
We will be extending our meetings to view and discuss GriefShare material. These meetings are open to all who are grieving a loss. Contact Sally Welty, .
Parish Nurses
Sundays 9:30 and 11 a.m. Courtyard.
Breast and prostate cancer are the most commonly diagnosed forms of cancer. Information about cancer and the importance of cancer screening is available. Blood pressure screening.
No Flu Shot Clinic at RBCPC
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. The Parish nurses have a listing of many flu shot locations. Contact the parish nurse if you need assistance, (858) 487-0811, ext. 272, .
Surviving the Holidays
Sun., Nov. 20, 3 - 5 p.m., Fellowship Center.
Holidays can be difficult for those grieving the loss of loved ones. Come and join others as support and practical information by experts is offered to those who are grieving. RSVP Sally Welty, (858) 485-1859. Barb Bennett, (858) 484-4974, .
Healing Prayer Service
Wednesday, October 19, 7 p.m., Sanctuary.
Our Prayer Ministry invites you to a night of healing. Pastor Bruce and the prayer teams will be available for personal prayer. Invite family and friends who are in need of prayer for physical or emotional healing. Childcare available by reservation. Contact Kathy Johnson, (858) 675-9557.
Soaking In God’s Presence
Saturday, Oct. 8, 7:15 - 8:30 p.m., Room LL50.
Come set aside time to quiet yourself and become more aware of God’s presence. Scriptural theme: New Song. Childcare is available. Bring your own blanket and pillow, or use ours. Use the lower lot for parking. Contact Mary Jo Coffee, .
Tutors Needed For ESL Classes
Mondays, 9:15 - 11:15 a.m., Room 221.
Our Laubach Tutoring Center teaches English to non-English speaking adults. Our students are mainly interested in improving their oral communication skills as well as learning about our culture, use of idioms, and the local area. Training is available. Contact Nancy Anderson, (858) 566-5127,
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Heartstrings
First Saturday of the Month, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., Room 220.
Fun and fellowship knitting and crocheting for a cause. All skills welcome. Contact Cyndi Nolan, .
Stephen Ministry Training
Christ Caring for People through People.
The gift of hope and healing is alive at RBCPC with confidential, one-to-one distinctively Christian care giving. Training to become a Stephen Minister begins in January. Applications online and in the Welcome Center. Contact Marte Reynolds, . If you or someone you know are struggling, hurting, alone or about to go through a life transition Stephen Ministers are available to help. Contact Betty Guenthard, , (858) 451-1520.
Lasting Legacy Committee
Under current tax law, this is the last year for the IRA Charity Rollover. Individuals over age 70 ½ can transfer a gift of up to $100,000 direct from their IRA, tax free. Consult your tax advisor, and then contact Mary Thibodeau, for a sample letter to your IRA administrator.
Youth
Help Our Preschool Gardeners
Please, “eyes only” while playing on the preschool playground on Sundays. Let’s all watch to see what grows in our new barrels! (For your child’s safety, the barrels should not be moved the wheels are for teachers to move the barrels to sun or protected areas on weekends). Thank you for your help.
Our Preschool was selected as recipient of a $1000 gardening grant from the San Diego Ag. in the Classroom Committee. Several classes are in the process of planting these barrels with vegetables, the goal being to harvest produce in a few months and eat it for snack! We will also be planting milkweed in barrels at the far end of the playground (the “garden” area) to support the monarch butterfly life cycle.
Confident Kids
Thursdays, starting Oct. 13, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
A Christian-based program teaching life skills to families with children Grades K-6. Contact Mady Cheng, (858) 663-7556. .
Save the Date
Grow Your Marriage
Friday, October 28, 6 p.m., Fellowship Center.
It is possible to have a marriage that is smooth and satisfying, but you have to know and use the access code that keeps the connection to your spouse alive and well. Join Bill and Pam Farrel, authors of the book, The Marriage Code.
Men’s Ministry Breakfast
Sat., Nov. 12, 7:30 - 9:30 a.m., RB Radisson Montadura Room,
11520 W. Bernardo Ct. Cost: $10 /person.
Coffee starts at 7 a.m. Cut off date Nov. 5 or first 90 people. To learn more and RSVP, click here.
The Well
Thursday, Nov. 3, 6:30 p.m., Cost $20 includes dinner.
Join Margie Blanchard for, Balancing an Increasingly Complex Life.
Operation Christmas Child
November 5 – 20.
Share the love of Christ and the Gospel message with children in need worldwide. Brochures with instructions on how to pack a gift-filled shoe box are available in the Welcome Center. Contact Cyndi Nolan,
, (858) 484-4674.
2011/2012 Concert Series
Sunday, Nov. 6, 4:00 p.m., Sanctuary.
Youth Philharmonic String Orchestra And Soloist Ensemble Artistic Director/Conductor Alyze Dreiling has collected the most talented high school students in the county on the RBCPC campus to create this sparkling virtuosic ensemble. Recently awarded the American Prize, they are ready to show you how chamber music nurtures the soul. Come, be amazed! Free. Contact Amy Wazny, (858) 487-0811, ext. 288, .
Congregational Meeting
October 29/30, following all worship services
A congregational vote will be taken for approval of the following slate of candidates for the Class of 2014:
Elder
Bill Bokesch
JaeChele Incognito
Greg Kritzer
Dick Kurtz
Janet Tremblay
Joanna Warren
Ann Wilensky
Alternates
Craig Murken
Jonathan Zabrocki
Deacon
Delores Campbell
Irene Dunny
Jean Espinoza
Christina Henkel
John Mager
Lynne Middleton
Mel Neville
Carin Pollack
Chuck Schroeder
Joyce Schroeder
Karan Selezinka
Karin Spitz
Alternate:
Jeanette Poole
2012 Nominating Committee
Steve Isbister
Barbara Riddle
Pam King
Ron Phillips
George Colberg
