October 25, 2015

Weekly Shout Out

October 2015 Prayer Focus: Do Good – Galatians 6:10

October Van DriverVarner Shanks864-356-1767

Weekly Shout Out

Join Us for Hour of Power

Mid-Week Worship Service at 7:00 PM in the Sanctuary!

The Youth Bible Study has begun again for the new school year.

Transportation will be in your neighborhood.

Meal Served Prior to class.Pickup-6:00 and 6:30

Return home-8:00-8:30.

Reedy River Missionary Baptist ChurchTRUNK OR TREATSaturday, Oct. 31st6:00PM – 8:00PMAN EVENT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY***trunks needed***decorate your trunk and have fun passing out candy.

The Youth Advisory Board Needs your help!We need volunteers for Security (to keep all our children safe)We need volunteers for candy runner (to make sure each vehicle has candy)We need volunteers for parking (to keep everyone safe)We need volunteers for set-up/clean-up (to keep our church ground beautiful)Wait! WE NEED VOLUNTEERS FOR EVERYTHING…Most of all we want this to be FUN Event for everyone So… to keep it sweet! We need lots of CANDY and TRUNKS.There is a TRUNK OR TREAT sign –up sheet in lobby outside the front office.Please feel free to donate as much candy as you like.There will be a box outside of the office to collect it all.Thank you, YAB we are doing great things here at the River.

Benedict College will host its Fall open house program on Saturday, November 7, 2015 from 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM.

Information on scholarships, financial aid and Academic Programs

This event will include a free lunch and free football game.

Please see flyer and sign up sheet in church vestibule to sign up before October 29, 2015.

Minister Calvin Norris YAB President

Trip to Benedict College Fall Open House

Church Family Meeting

Church Family Meeting will be Thursday, November 5, 2015 at 7:00 PM in the Sanctuary. Thank you.

Family Appreciation Banquet Sponsored by the Deacon Ministry

Saturday, November 7, 2015 at 6:00 PM At FLC

Admission - $10.00 Adult and $5.00 (children under 8 years old)

Deadline To Purchase Tickets is Monday, October 26, 2015.

Following Persons will be Recognized for their Service and Dedication to Church over the years.

Mrs. Shirley Lewers, Mrs. Barbara Tolbert and Mr. Richard Winley

Families Of Month 2015

The Giving Tree – Accepting Application

The Giving Tree Committee will be receiving names of children who may need assistance for Christmas. The application dates are Tuesday, October 27 and Thursday, November 5 from 10:00 to 1:00 pm at the administrative office. Please contact Barbara Tolbert at 288-0393 or Leonia Gray 288-2742 if you know of a request. Your information will be kept confidential.

Thank YouThe Giving Tree Ministry

The Giving Tree - Donations

The “Giving Tree” is a mission project of the Reedy River Missionary Baptist Church that recognizes the needs of children during the Holiday Season. With your help, we will be able to provide a gift to a child who might not otherwise receive one. We need the enthusiastic support of the Reedy River Missionary Baptist Church family to make a difference this Holiday Season. You may make a monetary donation or pull a numbered ornament from the “The Giving Tree” in the church vestibule and buy gifts from the wish list beginning November 8-29, 2015 . Any help that you can offer will be greatly appreciated. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact:

Kyle Miller - 288-8892Lee Gray - 288-2742Barbara Tolbert - 288-0393Annette Hunt - 297-6724Karen Nesbitt - 962-0864Linda Collins - 297-6682

Women of the Bible

The study on the Women of the Bible will meet Tuesday, October 27,2015 at 7:00 PM in the choir room. Please join us as we continue to study one of the named or no-named women in the word of God.

Prayerfully,

Sister Lottie J. Barnes

Youth Mission Project

Youth Mission Project

The Angel’s with Attitude’sWould like for you to bring all your gently used jeans for a Local Mission Project presented by the RRMBC Youth Department.

All Jeans should be :• Jean pants ONLY • No shorts, no capris • Jeans must be washed • "Smelly/Odered" jeans will not be accepted • Jeans must have a size noted in the jeans

All Jeans should be given to the Youth Department by November 7, 2015

For more Information Contact: • Brice Simmons: (864) 962-6957• Nigel Drakeford: (864) 382-8265• Shalyn Drakeford: (864)434-7942

We are looking for More Youth to participate with the Jean Drive. RRMBC JEAN DRIVE

The Brotherhood Ministry

Jack Tate Reception

There will be a reception for Jack Tate, a major contributor to Save Our Sons, Sisters Saving Sisters and the RRMBC Building Fund immediately after morning worship service, Sunday, November 8, 2015 in the Jack Tate Room. Everyone is invited to attend. Former mentors, mentees, BOD Members, contributors, scholarship recipients, and supporters of SOS and SSS are encouraged to attend. For more information, contact Dea. Roger Owens at 864-313-9492 or 864-297-4694. Thank you.

Thanksgiving Community Celebration Dinner

The NAACP will celebrate the 67th Birthday of Mr. Truman Humbert Sunday, November 22, 2015 at 3:00 PM at Reedy River Missionary Baptist Church. This fund raising event will benefit 29 local high school students to compete in 2016 National NAACP Convention. All proceeds will contribute to the airfare, housing and food allowance for the 29 students. For more information, please contact Mr. Humbert at 864-346-3563 or 864-299-0644. Please note: NO GIFTS TO MR. HUMBERT.

The NAACP 67th Birthday of Mr. Truman Humbert Celebration

SOS Community Chorale’s Annual Christmas Concert under the direction of Mr. Calvin Campbell and Mr. Phillip Martin will be Sunday, December 13, 2015 at 3:00 PM at Reedy River Missionary Baptist Church. Proceeds will benefit the Reedy River Trustee Spouses Dinky O’Neal Scholarship Fund and the Southernside Community Center.

SOS Community Chorale Annual

Christmas Concert

In preparation of the Coming UCAA Basketball season we are looking for coaches in all age groups. Cheerleading Coaches also. Come and support your church team as we prepare our kids to win on the court and in life. Go River!

Please contact Minister Calvin NorrisCell:864-478-6770Email:Reedyriverson@gmail.com

UCAA Basketball

Transportation MinistryAll requests to use the van or buses must be submitted and logged in the church van log book located in the office and notify Sis. Esther Bailey or Bro. Anthony Martin. Thank you.

October 25

Revival Schedule for Dr. Yowe

Cornerstone Baptist Church Deacons Ordination Service, 700 South Converse Street, Spartanburg, SC 29306 – Sunday, October 25, 2015 at 4:00 PM.

Mt. Sinia Baptist Church Anniversary, 1809 Old Post Road, Gaffney, SC 29341 – Sunday, November 15, 2015 at 4:00 PM.

Sunday School Publishing Board Conference, Nashville, TN - Monday, November 30, 2015 – December 2, 2015.

Pastoral Counseling Schedule for Dr. Yowe

If you are in need for pastoral counseling, Dr. Yowe is available Monday – Thursday until 7:00 PM by appointment only. Please contact the church secretary for availability and scheduling. Thank you.

Congratulations

Congratulations

RRMBC Family of the month of October 2015

Martha Wood and Family

Thank youWe would like to thank the volunteers that traveled with us to Jamestowne Pointe Apartment homes and had bible study with over 60 youth it was a great opportunity to study the word, worship and engage the community. The lesson was taught by Minister Calvin Norris it was from Mark 5:18:20 Titled: Tell your Jesus story. The youth truly enjoyed the lesson and we're excited that Youth Bible Study was back for the year. A special thanks to Ms. Denise Nelson, Deaconess Sally Cade and Deacon Lee Montgomery.

Thanks for all the support!

Minister Calvin Norris

Thank you

Thanks to all for the calls, visits and prayers while my wife, Denise Nelson, was in the hospital. She has been released and resting at home.

Bernard Nelson

Thank you

Acts of kindness warm the heart, soothe the soul, and make the world turn more gently…

It’s nice to know that there are still people who take such pleasure in doing special things and making others feel good.

Thank you very much.

David Gray, Ann Gray and Etoy Hamilton

Thank you

Thank you to Sis. Sally Cade and Sis. Natalie Bennett for their donations of office supplies. Their thoughtfullness has provided cost savings to the churches budget. Please be mindfull and considerate of their contributions.

Thank youWith Special Thanks

This extra-special thank you note sent to you today holds more appreciation than any words can say…

For you’re among the nicest people I have ever known, and you’ll never be forgotten for the thoughtfulness you’ve shown.

Thanks for everything.

The Cooley family just wanted to thank you for our brother, for fruit basket and visits from members. We are more than thankful to the church for visiting him. Thanks, Thanks, Thanks.

The Cooley Family

Please keep our Sick and Shut In in your thoughts and prayers

Please pray for Sis. Dorothy McClendon. Sis. McClendon is in room #5407 at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Please keep our Sick and Shut In in your thoughts and prayers

Please pray for Sis. Geraldine McBroom. Sis. McBroom is recovering from a fall that injured her head and kidney.

Please keep our Sick and Shut In in your thoughts and prayers

Please keep Sis. Gloria Pyles and her family in your prayers. Sis. Pyles has been moved from Greenville Memorial Hospital to St. Francis Hospital Downtown. She in on the 4th level which is the re-hab floor.

Please keep our Sick and Shut In in your thoughts and prayers

Sis. Melinda Williamson, mother of Sis. Joyce Flint. Sis. Flint has been caring for her mother in Barnwell, SC. Please keep Sis. Flint and her mother in your prayers.

Please keep our Sick and Shut In in your thoughts and prayers

Sis. Freddie Pendergrass sister, Mrs. Yvonne Johnson is in Magnolia Place for rehab. It is located off of Woodruff Rd. Please keep the Johnson, Sherman and Pendergrass Families in prayer.

Please keep our Sick and Shut In in your thoughts and prayers

Sis. Lillie Smith

Sis. Phyllis Jones

Sis. Ann Cureton

Sis. Catherine Pinson

Rev. John C. Eichelberger

Sis. Cathy Shell Owens

Sis. Gloria Pyles

Please keep our Sick and Shut In in your thoughts and prayers

Bro. Carl Spencer – Diamond Rehab, Simpsonville, SC

Deacon James Cooley - The Springs Assisted Living, 214 E. Curtis Street, Simpsonville, SC 29681.  

Ms. Lillian Denard - Quillen Manor, Fountain Inn, SC

Sis. Abeline Rosemond - Austin, TX

Ms. Genevive Webb - Patewood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center 2 Griffith Road Greenville, SC 29607

Please keep our Sick and Shut In in your thoughts and prayers

 Bro. Ferdinand Chapman - National Health Care, Mauldin, SC

Sis. Ellen Shumate Windham - Magnolia Place, Woodruff Road, Greenville, SC

Bro. David Gray - Glorified Nursing Home, Room #307, Greenville, SC

Condolences

Please keep Bro. Ed Nixon and family in your thoughts and prayers. Bro. Nixon’s brother, Mr. Hazel Nixon, passed Monday, October 19, 2015. Service for Mr. Nixon will be Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 1:00 PM at Reid Chapel AME Church, 1008 Dibert Street, Sumter, SC. Ephriam D. Stephens Funeral Home, 230 S Lafayette Drive, Sumpter, SC is handling the arrangements. Friends and loved ones are received at the home of Bro. Ed Nixon’s niece, Felicia Nixon, 172 Plowden Mill Road, Sumter, SC

Condolences

Please keep Sis. Sally Austin and family in your thoughts and prayers. Sis. Austins cousin, Carol Boyd Ray Fortson, passed. Service will be Saturday, October 3, 2015 at Mt Zion Baptist Church, Laurens, SC.

October and Upcoming Events

LEAD Academy Fall Harvest – Friday, October 23, 2015 at 4:00 PM

Trunk or Treat – Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 6:00 PM

Joint Ministry Meeting - Oct. 26,2015 at 6:30 PM -Jack Tate Room. Trustee Meeting Cancelled!

Hour of Power Mid-Week Worship Service - Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 7:00 PM

Church Family Meeting - Nov. 5,2015 at 7:00 PM -Thursday - Sanctuary.

Jack Tate Reception – Sunday, November 8, 2015 immediately after service.

October Rehearsals at the River

Angelic Voices Choir–10/03 @ 9:00 AM—Choir Room -208

Combined Choir – 10/12 @ 6:30 PM Choir Room, 10/17 @ 9:30 AM Choir Room

Sanctuary Choir – Thursdays @ 6:30 PM except after 1st Sunday -Sanctuary

Senior Choir –10/17@11:00AM, 10/24@10:00AM -Sanctuary

Sunbeam and Youth Choirs – 1st, 2nd and 4th Saturdays 10:00 AM -Choir Room

Fellowship Choir –Tuesdays 6:30 PM, Saturdays 10:00 AM -Sanctuary

Children’s Praise Dance—Every 2nd and 4th Saturdays 11:15AM – JTFH and Sanctuary

Praise Dance Rehearsal—- 10/10 @ 9:00 AM-JTFH

Drama Ministry – Mondays & Tuesdays @ 6:30 PM Sanctuary and Thursdays @ 6:30 Choir Room

October Ministry Meetings at the River

Intercessory Prayer- Mondays 6:00 PM Young Adult Class Rm.

Adopt-a-Highway – 11/14 9:30 AM JTFH

Brotherhood Meeting – 10/03 7:30 AM FLC

Christian Education Teacher Training – 10/20 6:30 PM FLC

Christian Education – 10/01 6:30PM FLC

Cluster Leaders Meeting – 10/10 9:00 AM JTFH

Deacon Leadership Meeting— 10/05 5:30 PM Conference Room

Deacon Meeting—10/27 6:30 PM JTFH

Deacon Spouses Meeting - Every 3rd Saturday 9:30 AM JTFH

October Ministry Meetings at the River

Finance Ministry Meeting—10/22 6:00 PM JTFH

FLC Committee Meeting – 10/05 6:30 PM FLC CR

Golden Aged Christians— 3rd Thursdays 10:00 AM FLC

HR Meeting— 10/12 6:30 PM FLC

Leadership Meeting – 10/13 7:00PM Conference Room

Missionary #2 – 2nd Sundays 12:00 PM – Primary Class Room

Morris College Alumni Meeting – 10/17 3:00 PM Choir Room

Pastors Aid Committee – 4th Sundays 12:00 PM Young Adult Class Rm.

Salvation Army Ministry – 10/10 6:00 AM Salvation Army

October Ministry Meetings at the River

Senior Missionary Society – 10/11, 12:30 PM Choir Room

Sunday School Meeting – 10/06 6:30 PM FLC CR

Sunday School Teacher Meetings –6:30 PM FLC

The Women of the Bible Study—4th Tuesdays 7:00 PM Choir Room

Trustee Meeting –10/26 6:30PM Choir Room

Trustee Spouses’ Meeting –11/09 6:30 PM Choir Room

Usher’s Meeting – 10/03 10:00 AM Sanctuary

Visionary Ministry – 10/03 11:00 AM Choir Room

Women of the Bible – 4th Tuesdays 7:00 PM Choir Room

YAB Meeting – 10/08 6:30 PM FLC

YWA Meeting – 10/06 6:15 PM - FLC

REMINDER TO ALL MINISTRY LEADERS!!!

 

• ALL EVENTS SCHEDULED FOR THE FLC MUST COMPLETE A FLC USAGE REQUEST FORM AND SUBMIT IT TO FAMILY LIFE CENTER DIRECTOR,

FOR APPROVAL. ALL EVENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO DR. YOWE FOR APPROVAL 90 DAYS PRIOR TO THE EVENT. THANK YOU.

• Announcements for the month of November due by October 16, 2015.

• No dates available for the months of October-December

on the calendar. Deadline for event approval is Friday, October 9, 2015 for the Month of December.

Weekly Shout Out

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