August 2022 Newsletter
We are sitting at the precipice of school once again. Where oh where has the summer gone? Time just doesn't wait for anything, for any reason nor for anyone. Being very serious, My heart goes out to today’s kids and the mountain of things that they are dealing with. They are having to deal with many things that most of us in our school days maybe didn't even know existed! Especially with life matters in general. Please pray for our children to stand strong against the world, indoctrination attempts from liberal schools’ boards, teachers, professors, and peers that will attempt to convince them that their faith is their problem and that the worlds sins are their solution. Please pray for their protection from bullies, others who would attempt to do them bodily harm. Our kids need our prayers and frankly our patience too. Also, be lifting up Christian Schools, Christian educators, support staff because they are under great pressure as well to capitulate to those who have ill will in mind. As annual tradition expects the last Sunday of August I will gather the kids, school staff etc. at the altar and myself and the Elders will offer words of encouragement and prayers on their behalf.
Prayer requests
Sam Reitz & family, Char Sherman, Bill and Marge Renninger, Nancy Schiafone, Ellen Powell, Tiffany Overholser, Jenna Buchanan, Betty Gourley, Linda Lamb & family, Jolynn Geer, Christina’s grandfather, Rodger and Jill Alderton, Elizabeth McEntire’s brother, Bob and Pam Cooper, Pat Hart, Terri Ireland, Glenn Beal.
Prayer Time
Do you need some quiet time to talk with God? If so, the Chapel will be open every Wednesday from 1-3:30 for Prayer Time. A great time to spend some one-on-one time with our Lord.
Card Shower
Send a little Sunshine to our friends that are hurting, either by illness or loss. Let us fill their mailbox with smiles. Thinking of you, encouragement cards to brighten their day.
Lois Summerville, 409 Summerville Rd., Brookville, PA 15825
Harold Gromley, 22 Elm St., Brookville, PA 15825
Margie Kroh, 21 Oak Grove Lane, Brookville, PA 15825
Sam Reitz, 18 Federal St., Brookville, PA 15825
Bob & Pam Cooper, 950 Walnut St., Dubois, PA 15801 (Thinking of you)
Dave & Nellie Beer, 1224 S. Main St., Dubois, PA 15801 (Thinking of you)
Betty Gourley, c/o 473 Winters Rd, Brookville, PA 15825
Lois Wiles, 1760 Roseville Sigel Rd., Brookville, PA 15825
Mary Waldorf, 10466 Olean Trail, Summerville, PA 15864
Pat Chapman, 3122 Mendenhall Rd., Brookville, PA 15825
Sandy Shick, 12475 Henderson Rd., Summerville, PA 15864
Kim Byerly, Shippenville Healthcare & Rehabilitation, 21158 Paint Blvd., Shippenville, PA 16254
Bill & Margie Renninger, 300 Amity Lane, Strattanville, PA 16258
Ladies Groups
Crocheting Time:
This group meets at Marsha Siple’s home from 1 to 3 on Thursdays. This group is for beginners to advanced. Just a great time to chat, learn, and crochet.
Any questions call Marsha at 715-2591 her address is 130 Green Rd. Brookville, PA 15825
Quilting Schedule:
August: 10th and 24th Come out for some great fellowship and knotting of quilts from 9:30 – 11:30am
LADIES SCRAPBOOK CROP
Saturday Aug 27th 9-5pm
Enjoy a day of fellowship and making scrapbook pages for your cherished photos. Bring your scrapbook supplies, projects you're working on and a food dish to share. If you're interested in learning to scrapbook, Marsha Siple will be teaching the basics on how to make a page.
Any questions contact Paula Goddard 849-3441
Women’s Conference:
Going Beyond Simulcast Priscilla Shirer, worship with Tony Evans. September 24th from 9am to 3:45pm doors open at 8:15am. No Charge Event, Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks provided. Donations will be accepted. Sign up Sheets being passed today or let Bobbi know. Get your seat before it fills up.
We Have a Firm Foundation
Our foundation is firm in God. As the hymn “How Firm a Foundation” says: “His Word is our foundation.” The first two lines of the hymn reveal this: “How firm a foundation, ye saints of the Lord, is laid for your faith in His excellent Word.” Knowing our foundation is sure in Christ, we can live our life in total confidence of our faith. That helps me to always feel strong and able as I go about my day because I am strong in Christ. There are accounts of this hymn being sung on Christmas morning during the Spanish-American war, both the Northern and Southern soldiers singing together. It was also sung around the bedside of President Andrew Jackson and at the funerals of Robert E. Lee and Theodore Roosevelt. The last verse of this great hymn should be steadfast in our mind and heart: “The soul that on Jesus doth lean for repose, I will not, I will not desert to his foes; That soul, though all hell should endeavor to shake, I’ll never, no never, no never forsake.”
Kenneth W. Osbeck said this in his devotion book “Amazing Grace”: “A believer’s stability in this life, as well as his confidence for eternity, rests solely on the written promises of God’s Word. The direction of the living God for our lives is very definite. It is found in a firm foundation—the written revelation: “Thus, saith the Lord.”
Another great hymn that shares about our firm foundation is “The Church’s One Foundation,” the first line reading: His life is about giving for God, remembering once going before the Trustees and saying, “We have too much money in the treasury. We need to do something with it.” Continuing, Randy said, “RIC has always
been a giving church, helping the needy and helping missionaries. God has worked in this church in a mighty, mighty way.” Randy, and his wife, Sandi enjoys taking drives and enjoying the scenery. He loves looking at clouds, “Clouds can make you smile,” he said. When we were leaving the building together, he quickly pointed
out the different shades of green in the trees across from the church. Nature is awesome, and Randy appreciates God’s creation. He is not ashamed when tears fill his eyes as he talks about people who have made an important difference in his life. We can all be thankful for folks like Randy who share words of wisdom to help us as we grow in our faith. The simple words of the hymn,” Jesus Loves Me” is the one that Randy loves most.
Elder Bio:
Randy Alderton has served in most every area of church life since he was a boy. He chairs the Elder Board at RIC. His heart is a giving one. He has cherished memories of Christian men and women, one of which was his mother-in-law, who were great influences in his life with words spoken at just the right time. He was saved as a teenager. He was raised in church along with his five brothers. He began farming when he was in the 4th grade. His family had a mine pony they used for cultivating their garden, plowing snow, using a cart, etc. He and his brothers helped neighbors farm through the years. Randy started working in a meat market and he’s been doing that ever since. After working for one man for 25 years, he built his own shop and has been serving there. He helps with meals for fellowship events and cutting meat for hunters. The old hymn “How Great Thou Art” is a special hymn to Randy who said, “There’s so much in it.” He especially likes the well-known Scripture: “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life,” John 3:16. A minister once told him, “When Jesus comes into your heart it is miraculous, the Holy Spirit speaks to you and starts cleaning up the rooms in your life, one room at a time. This continues through all of your life.” Those words stuck with Randy.
Youth News
Thank to everyone that helped in any way with Kookaburra Coast VBS 2022. The response of so many to help prior, during, and after is greatly appreciated!! It was a great week full of Bible teaching, laughs, and fun for all ages! Please join me in giving Praise to God for the 18 that accepted salvation and prayers for their spiritual growth. Thank you again everyone and be watching for VBS 2023 information in the near future!! - Heather
Sunday, August 7 following Sunday school youth family picnic and swimming at McAninch home. Please bring a side dish and/or dessert to share and let Heather know by Wednesday, August 3 if planning to attend.
Saturday, August 13- RIC day at DelGrosso Park and Laguna Splash. Price is $21.95 per person for anyone over 2 wanting to visit the water park and/or unlimited rides with the coupon for our group. DelGrosso park is free to enter and ride tickets can be purchased in the park. There will be a picnic supper at 5:00 PM provided by RIC youth groups, please sign up if attending and if able to bring a dessert or cooler of water bottles to share. Any questions contact Heather Bundy.
Sunday, August 21- All Youth Groups will begin meeting again! Come join together from 5:30PM to 7:00PM with light meal provided.
For more information on the above activities please contact Heather Bundy at 814-229-5121