October 16, 2011 Beatitudes: Life in the...
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October 16, 2011 Beatudes: Life in the Kingdom
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October 16, 2011 Beatitudes: Life in the Kingdom
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“He told them another parable: ‘The kingdom of heaven is like a mus-tard seed, which a man took and planted in his field, though it is the smallest of all your seeds, yet when it grows, it is the largest of gar-den plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and perch in its branches.’” Matthew 13:31-32 Today’s reading: Matthew 13:1-53; Mark 4:1-34; Luke 8:1-18
Sheila and Mat Alger have requested prayer for Krista Fiala, who is in their small group for college students. Krista was in a bad car accident and is currently in ICU in a coma. Please pray for Krista, her boyfriend and their families, also for the members of the Alger’s small group. Pray that they will find strength in Jesus Christ and that Krista will recover from this trauma and through it all God will receive the glory.
Sharon Reed has asked for prayer for Charlene Memenga and Mary Smith, both of whom are having knee surgery. Please pray that their surgeries will be successful and their down time will be minimal.
Operation World tells us that Saudi Arabia is the birthplace and stronghold of Islam. Pray that God and the Holy Spirit will have a breakthrough there transforming Islam and glorifying Jesus Christ.
According to Operation World, Senegal, Africa’s religious life is dominated by Islam. Pray that the religious tyranny stop and that God may use all forces to draw people to himself.
Pray for Kosovo in Europe. Pray for the evangelical church and it’s growth. Please pray for unity among believers and for their spiritual maturity.
Remember Stephanie Januski and her family. They have been going through a rough season with medical issues. Please keep praying for healing and renewed energy for the Januski’s.
“He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, ‘Quite! Be still!’ Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. He said to his disciples, ‘Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?’ They were terrified and asked each other, ‘Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!’” Mark 4:39-41 Today’s reading: Matthew 8:18-34, 9:18-38; Mark 4:35-5:43; Luke 8:22-56, 9:57-62
“Whoever acknowledges me before men, I will also acknowledge him before my Father in heaven. But whoever disowns me before men, I will disown him before my Father in heaven.” Matthew 10:32-33 Today’s reading: Matthew 10, 14; Mark 6:7-56; Luke 9:1-17; John 6
“He replied, ‘Isaiah was right when he prophesies about your hypo-crites; as it is written: “ ‘ These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me. They worship me in vain; their teach-ings are but rules taught by men.’ You have let go of the commands of God and are holding on to the traditions of men.” Mark 7:6-8 Today’s reading: Matthew 15; Mark 7:1-8:10
“Then he said to them all: ‘If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me. For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for me will save it. What good is it for a man to gain the whole world, and yet lose or forfeit his very self?” Luke 9:23-25 Today’s reading: Matthew 16; Mark 8:11-9:1; Luke 9:18-27
“He called a little child and had him stand among them. And he said: ‘I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore, whoever hum-bles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 18:2-4 Today’s reading: Matthew 17, 18; Mark 9:2-50; Luke 9:28-56
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Treehouse (3 years - 4th grade) 8:30, 11:00 & 5:30
The Fort 5:00 p.m.
Manifest 5:30 p.m.
This Week Divorce Care/Divorce Care for Kids Monday, 7:00 p.m. Men’s Covenant Study Monday, 7:00 p.m. Jr. High Rooted Tuesday, 6:00 p.m. Awana Wednesday, 6:15 Celebrate Recovery Friday, 7:00 p.m.
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Baptism Class (for Baptism on 11/6) Oct. 23rd, 3:30 p.m.
Baby Dedications Oct. 23rd
Primetime Luncheon Oct. 29th, 11:30 a.m
Prayer Walk Nov. 5th, 8:00 a.m.
Share Jesus Without Fear Nov. 5th, 8:30 a.m.
Baptism Nov. 6th
Men’s Breakfast Nov. 12th, 8:00 a.m.
Sweetheart Banquet Nov. 12th, 5:00 p.m For the latest in news and events, and to register for upcoming events, please visit www.GrowDeepReachWide.org.
Children’s Worship for ages 3 years old to 4th grade. Offered during all worship services, Treehouse provides a safe and fun place for kids to worship and receive Bible teaching.
The Fort is open to 9th through 12th grades. The Fort meets on Sundays at 5:00 p.m. to join in worship, teaching and fun with other teens.
Join a group for Accountability, Belonging and Care with others like you. Interested? Contact [email protected].
Wondering what to do next? Below are some steps you can take to get more involved at River Valley Christian Fellowship.
Rooted is every Tuesday evening from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Rooted is for 7th and 8th grade students who want to grow through biblical teaching and small group interaction.
Church Staff Contact Information Church Office 815.933.7353
Pastor Derick Miller, Senior Pastor [email protected]
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Ever wish you had an easy way to express to others the joy you’ve found in Christ? Ever regret not sharing the simple Truths because you were afraid? If you answered yes to either, you are not alone. And Share Jesus Without Fear can help. Sign up at the Welcome Center today for this seminar which will be held here on November 5th from 8:30 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. All are Welcome!
Someone you know is hurting.
Baptism will be at all three services on Sunday, November 6th. It is necessary to sign up and go to the Baptism Class on Sunday, October 23rd from 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. in preparation for baptism. Go online to www.GrowDeepReachWide.org to the Resources Tab and fill out and submit the Baptism Questionnaire.
Baby Dedications will be held on Sunday, October 23rd. Please go online to register. We will need a picture of your baby, their full name, the parents full name and which service you will attend. For more information you can call the office at 815.933.7353.
Sweetheart Banquet is coming up on November 12th, so mark your calendar. It’s a great way to help support our Youth Group and have a terrific night out with your sweetheart at the same time. Tickets will go on sale soon.
The Community Outreach Team is looking for people who want to be a part of “Reaching Wide” to Kankakee County. Please join us Tuesday, November 1st at 6:30 p.m. in room 113 to get more information regarding this ministry. Please contact Terri with questions at [email protected].
The Prayer Team hosts a Prayer Walk the first Saturday of each month at RVCF. We pray for our church leadership, ministries of the church and more. Please join us November 5th at 8:00 a.m. In bad weather we walk inside the building and pray in the Sanctuary. Our Prayer Room is open to all Sunday mornings at 7:30 - 8:30 in room 109.
