Spring Quarter Classes

Begins Sunday, March 4, 2018

Class Sunday Wednesday

0 - 24 months Baby Jesus M Waddell, K Waddell, K Yaeger

Noah’s Ark M Waddell, K Waddell, K Yaeger

2 year olds New Testament B Johnson, W & A Anderson Old / New Testament N Epperson, M Campbell

3 year olds Old Testament D & J Hadwin

4 year olds Old Testament M Hutchinson, M Edwards

Old / New Testament S Dees, J Hicks 5 year olds New Testament K Scott, L Habshey

1st grade Bible Overview L Lyon, C Russell Bible Overview M Rubery, E Powell

2nd grade Old Testament J Shebs, H Cotton Old Testament P Jackson, L Lambert

3rd grade Old Testament J & M Lester Books of the Bible C & S Watts

4th grade Gospels B & J Jordan

5th grade Acts B & T Jones Christian Values for Kids T Yaeger, A Boshell 6th grade Epistles B & M McMillan

7th grade Lessons from Timothy & Titus D Brown

Connect S Pruitt

8th grade Old Testament Survey N Whitaker

9th grade Dating & Marriage God’s Way Z & J Steed

10th grade

11th grade A Study in Philippians P Dyer

12th grade Worship T Pruitt

College Colossians N Click Life of Solomon J Lacroix

Adult I - (#256) Colossians D Hill Life of Solomon J Lacroix

Adult II - (#253) Ecclesiastes A Creel Gospel of Luke J Steed

Adult III- (#252) Colossians J Rose Life of Solomon R Betz

Adult IV- (#251) Ecclesiastes G Savage

Adult V- (#154) Colossians W Woloszyn Gospel of Luke D Dorantes

Adult VI-(#151) Ecclesiastes J Dickinson

Ladies’ Class The Armor of God: B Hardin

Volume 38 February 20, 2018 No. 8

Missions

Acts 13: 47 For so the Lord has commanded us, ‘I have placed You as a light for the Gentiles, that You may bring salvation to the end of the earth.’” 48 When the Gentiles heard this, they began rejoicing and glorifying the word of the Lord; and as many as had been appointed to eternal life believed. (NASB) Paul felt convicted to do missions. He felt he needed to do it for two reasons. In this verse Paul is telling the church why he is there. He was there to preach. He was there because the Lord commanded him to be there. There is no greater sense of fulfillment in life when you realize why were born and that your life has meaning. As a Christian we need to find fulfillment in knowing that God has placed us in this world to be a light. As Christians we cannot rest until we have preached the Gospel to everyone in this world. We know that not everyone will be saved, but we cannot stop trying to bring everyone to know Christ. - David

From the Elders

(Luke 18:16) But Jesus called them to him, saying, “Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God”. Well, February 15, was Tim Yaeger’s final day to serve as our children’s minister. The good news is that Tim, Katie and the whole Yaeger gang are still part of our church family at Riverchase! Sincerely, thank you Tim and Katie for your energetic, very creative and dedicated work with our most precious blessing, our children. As Tim begins the new work with World Bible School we pray our Father will richly bless his efforts. We all know that “children are a heritage from the Lord” (Psalm 127:3) Please keep in your prayers our search for the new minister. Also, please know all scheduled children’s events and service opportunities are continuing as scheduled. Leading the charge are our Children’s Deacons along with Tim, Katie and many other involved parents. Much more to follow… stay tuned.

Molder of Dreams Banquet

Saturday, February 24 6:00 p.m.

In the Reception Room

Parents and kids, please arrive by 5:15 p.m.

I HATE SATAN What motivates you to live a healthy and Jesus-focused life? What/Who are demotivators to you? We all are aware of Satan’s onslaught attacks on us. Do you ever get sick and tired of him whipping you and/or your family and friends? Fight Back!!!! Surround yourself with Scripture. Surround yourself with inspirational thoughts. Surround yourself with people who genuinely care about your spiritual, mental, physical, and emotional well-being. Minimize your time in the presence of negativity. Choose today whom you will serve. Think about the things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent and praiseworthy, and dismiss yourself from the junk. You are incredibly valuable. God said it, and I believe it. Do you? You were bought at the highest price possible; the blood of His one and only Son. No sum of money even comes close to the amount He paid for you. I hope it’s not a secret that we are here to help. We are in the same boat. Let’s not wait until we are drowning to reach out for help. (That part comes from Peter walking on water. Read it...Good Stuff) I know that we can all be hard headed and stubborn at times and think that we can work through our struggles on our own, but that typically does not ever work out too well for us, does it? Incredible ministries are in place to help you on your journey. I am praying for you. Will you pray for me, too? I love you all. Let’s point others to Jesus!!! Scott Pruitt

Frank and Pam Wampol

Proudly announce the birth of their granddaughter, Eliza Peyton Wilkerson. She was born Saturday, February 17. She weighed 8 lbs. and 6 oz. and was 20 inches long. The proud parents are Andrew and Trish Wilkerson.

LTC PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Sunday, February 25

1:30 p.m. – Sr. High Drama; Jr. High Drama; Pre-Teen Drama 2:15 p.m. – Pre-Teen Chorus; Teen Chorus 3:15 p.m. – Sr. High Puppets; Jr. High Puppets; Pre-Teen Puppets 4:15 p.m. – Girls & Guys Song Leading; 9th Grade Puppets; Scrapbook 5:00 p.m. – Girls & Guys Speech; Scrapbook

Bible Study Early Worship Late Worship Total Sunday Morning Sunday Night Contribution YTD Average Budget

417 239 402 641 272

$29,586.35 $37,054.36 $37,500.00

LADIES’ BIBLE CLASS Tuesday, February 27

10:30 A.M. IN THE RECEPTION ROOM.

Dear Riverchase Church of Christ, Frances and I would like to thank you for our valentines from different ones. They were very encouraging. In Christian Love, Sarah Wolford and Frances Lewis

Dear Riverchase Church of Christ, Thank you so much for the many cards, prayers and flowers that were sent to the funeral of my dad, Don Stiles. We sincerely appreciate your kindness at this time, Also, thank you for the ones that were able to make the trip to the funeral in Fayette. In Christian Love, Donya Sanford

For the Record

Sunday, February 18, 2018

Upcoming Events

• Ladies’ Night Out: TONIGHT, 6:30 p.m. in the Reception Room.

• Ministry Training Class: Wednesday, February 21, 5:45 p.m. in classroom 154.

• LIVEWIRES! Trip to the Birmingham Museum of Art: Friday, February 23, 11:30 a.m. lunch is at 12:30 p.m.

• College Devo/Breakout Birmingham: Friday, February 23, 7:00 p.m. Cost: $10.00.

• Teens Feeding the Homeless and Broom Hockey: Meet at 10:30 a.m. in gym; Broom Hockey: 2:45 - 3:45 p.m. Saturday, February 24.

• Molder of Dreams Banquet: Saturday, February 24, 6:00 p.m. in the Reception Room.

• LTC Practice: Sunday, February 25, 1:30 p.m. • Ladies’ Bible Class: Tuesday, February 27,

10:30 a.m. in the Reception Room.

Baja Mission Trip

There will be an informational meeting for anyone interested in going on the Baja Mission Trip. The meeting will be Sunday, February 25, at 5:00 p.m. in room 154. The Baja Mission Trip is planned for June 23-30.

Ministry Training Class

We are offering a training class for those who would be interested in visiting hospitals and nursing homes. The classes will be on Wednesday, February 21 and 28 at 5:45 p.m. in room 154.

Prayers Requested

Dustin Semore came forward Sunday morning and requested prayers of encouragement as he continues to deal with struggles in his life.

Sympathy

Our sympathy is extended to Hubert Rogers in the death of his wife and our sweet sister, Peggy Rogers. The funeral was last week.

Congratulations

We rejoice with Avery Thompson who was baptized Wednesday night. Avery, a ninth grader, is the daughter of Matt and Paige Thompson.

LiveWires! Events

Trip to the Birmingham Museum of Art and Lunch at Oscar’s: Friday, February 23, leave at 11:30 a.m. lunch will be at 12:30 p.m.

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This week at Riverchase: Wednesday, February 21 • Ministry Training Class Friday, February 23 • LiveWires! Trip to Birmingham Museum of Art • College Devo/Breakout Birmingham Saturday, February 24 • Teens Feeding the Homeless/Broom Hockey • Molder of Dreams Banquet Sunday, February 25 • LTC Practice • FTG Leaders’ Lunch Tuesday, February 27 • Ladies’ Bible Class Please continue to remember in prayer: Patricia Anderson (former member), Greg Case (Penny’s husband), Tommie Cleghorn (Jay’s mother), Bonnie Daniels (Turner’s friend), Wynonia Davis (Peggy Jackson’s mother), Celia Dorantes (David’s mom), Brenda Forehand (Joyce Bowen’s sister), Robert Garner (Paula Davis’ friend), Joan Harris (Betz’s friend), Jim Hollon (Clemmons’ friend), Richard Howe (Steve’s dad), Butch Johnson (Dana Jones’ brother), Martha Manwarring (former member) Nancy Marlo (Tami Picantine’s sister), Ralph Martin (Kristi Sibert’s dad), Charles Mills (Robert and Michelle’s father), Dell Moody (Jane Windam’s cousin), Jay Odom (Kevin Arvin’s brother-in-law), Claudia Sibert (John’s mother), Deb Rose (Heidi Bogg’s mother), Kristy Tatum (Rardin’s neighbor), Roger Thomas (Fabray Turner’s uncle), Olen Vickery (Kim Ledingham’s brother-in-law).

Please pray for our active duty deployed military: Michael Epperson (Amber Henderson brother-in-law)

Riverchase Family: Glenda Arnold (#2) recovering at home from a mild stroke. Keith Dunn (#1) recovering at Lakeshore from an automobile accident. Kim Harmon (#7) recovering at home from surgery. Frank Kolb (#2) recovering at home from vascular leg surgery. Lance Rushing (#2) waiting on a treatment plan. Ron Waddell (#5) waiting on test results. CONTINUE TO REMEMBER THESE MEMBERS: FTG #1: Rejetta Balentine, Lynda Cardwell, Angie Dickinson, Michelle Whitaker FTG #2: John Bearden, Victor & Glinda Boone, Henry & Vonda Cook, Cathy Hayes, Ed & Nina Pitchford, Jo Wamack FTG #3: Ray & Martha Johnston, Becky Carter, Nona Miller, Thelma Moon, Jean Oglesby FTG #4: Jeff Carroll, Elaine Evans, Gary Evans, Alan Jackson, Martha Mann, Norma Thomas FTG #5: Jake Cole, Norma Nabors, Shirley Wilson, FTG #6: Erick Boggs, Michelle Dichiara, Shirley Genry, John Gibson, Grover Jackson, Kathleen Perkins, Ollie Scott, Sarah Wolford FTG #7: Don & Jan Haefner, Judy Ingram, Lori Lambert, Candy Parker, Vivian Parker ADD TO YOUR PRAYER LIST OUR FRIENDS AND RELATIVES: Kristin Adams (friend of Peggy Jackson) brain tumor. Noreen Anderson (Jina O’Clair’s mother) health issues. Andy Arvin (Kevin’s Brother) prostate cancer. Jessica Brown (Glenda’s daughter in law) breast cancer. Becky Carr (Danny Hill’s sister) liver cirrhosis. Cathy Crittenden (Dee Davis’ friend) brain tumor. Roger Davis (Peggy Jackson’s brother) leukemia. Lee Dawkins (Jane Snider’s cousin) cancer. Angela Dickerson (Amber Henderson cousin) health problems. Sally Dunn (Keith Dunn’s mother) recovering from a stroke. G. Estes (friend of Pitchford’s) chemo. Teresa Evans (friend of the Peters’) breast cancer. Renee Folk (Cindy Thompson’s cousin) cancer. Sam Gray (Ward’s neighbor) cancer. Scott Green (Cindy Thompson’s cousin) brain tumor. Jonathan Griggs (friend of the Vaughn’s) recovering from amputation. Jan Hall (Helen Haskew’s sister - in - law) health issues. Bob Hull (Howe’s brother-in-law ) cancer. Kent Ingram (Anthony Dotson’s uncle) colon cancer. Lewis Kryger (Handley’s friend) lymphoma, 127 Crestmont Lane, Pelham AL, 35124. Sharon Lawley (Brandy Tuech’s mother –in-law) chemo. Tonya Masoner (Judy Masoner’s daughter) radiation. Paul Meacham (member at Panama Street) brain cancer. Vanessa Mount (Mount’s daughter in law) hashimoto disease and sero negative arthritis. Lowell Newton (Michael’s dad) prostate cancer. Lauren Nudo (Friend of the Coehoorn’s) stage 4 cancer. Teresa Ragland (Becky Steen’s sister) cancer. McKenzie Ray (friend of Amber Henderson) leukemia. Wally Riggins (friend of Alan Boshell) infection after surgery. Miller Rock (Jonn Rock’s brother) health issues. Glen Rogers (Neisha Dorantes father) broken collar bone. John Sehon (Helen Haskew’s uncle) heath problems. Mary Ella Sirmon (The Sirmon’s granddaughter) seizures. Jenny Slaughter (The Slaughter’s daughter-in-law) breast cancer. Matt Snow (Mark & Diane’s son) continuing treatments. Paul Strength (Cindy Thompson’s cousin) kidney tumor. Nicole Valentine (Ward’s friend) cancer. Cindy Van Beck (friend of Posey’s) cancer. Carol Watson (Fred Langdon’s sister) lymphoma. Raymond White (Cindy Thompson’s cousin) health problems. Ann Williams (friend of Georgia Vaughn) breast cancer. Lisa Wills (former member) breast cancer.