RIDGLEA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

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1 RIDGLEA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 6201 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, TX (817) September 2014 Spotlight on Worship! Beginning September 3rd: We will begin a new Narrative Lectionary year on September 7th. The Narrative Lectionary goal is to trace the sweep of the biblical story in order to center the lives of believers in God s story. We will be offering both of these courses that are open to the public, as well as to church members, to help teach God s ways of handling money using biblical, practical steps. Along with weekly worship, there will be weekday readings and devotions available in the Narthex and Chapel foyer for families to take home to continue to participate in the greatest story ever told. If you would like the devotion mailed to you, please contact Virginia at or Virginia@ridgleapres.org Make plans to journey with us every week at 8:30am or 11:00am in person or on live streaming! Financial Peace is designed to help you manage your money, and Legacy Journey is about longer term strategies. Both courses are free, but materials are required. Childcare is provided. Sign up at Welcome Back Preschool!! Our Preschool will be back in full session on September 2. We are so glad we have been entrusted with these precious children bringing joy to our building! Please be mindful of car pool lines and building security!

2 All scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness Timothy 3:16 (NRSV) Friends, Have you ever tried to read the Bible straight through from cover to cover? Many people have tried, and some have succeeded, but most people get bogged down and peter out somewhere in Exodus or Leviticus (the 2nd and 3rd books out of 66). It s not surprising that people find it difficult to read the Bible like they read a novel or biography, because the Bible is unlike any other book! In fact, it s not a single book, but a library of 66 books, that when taken together, tell God s story of creation, redemption, and hope. Have you ever noticed that the Bible isn t organized in chronological order? For example, 1 and 2 Chronicles is almost a word-for-word retelling of 1 and 2 Kings. The Acts of the Apostles is essentially the second half of the Gospel of Luke, but the Gospel of John is sandwiched in between Luke and Acts. There are good and sound reasons for why the books of the Bible are organized in the way that they are, but these organizational quirks present some challenges when preaching and teaching God s story. That s why I am thrilled to announce that we will be using the Narrative Lectionary as a guide for our worship life during the academic year. As you may know, a lectionary is simply a schedule of one or more Scripture readings for a given day. The Narrative Lectionary is a schedule of readings that enables a congregation to engage the broad sweep of the Biblical story in its chronological order. The Narrative Lectionary is organized roughly around an academic year schedule. In the Fall through Advent, we ll look at Old Testament readings that move through the story of God s dealings with Israel and culminate in Advent with the prophets who speak of longing and hope and the coming of the Messiah. From Christmas through Lent, we ll look at readings from the Gospel of Matthew. We ll follow the story from birth of the Messiah at Christmas, the public revelation of the Messiah during Epiphany, and the Passion and Resurrection through Lent, Holy Week and Easter. From Easter through Pentecost, we ll look at resurrection accounts, stories from Acts, and readings from Paul s letters which tell of the power of the Holy Spirit s presence. I encourage you to pick up the home devotionals for daily use. These devotionals give suggested prayers and engagement activities to use as an individual or a household, and they give suggested Scripture readings that help fill in the gaps in the story from week to week. I hope that you will make use of these resources as we once again tell the old, old story of Jesus and his love. See you in church! Pastor Ryan Financial Update January July Total Income 364, Total Expenses 359, Every gift makes a difference for the kingdom of God! Thank you! Notes from the Flock: Nancy Ritts wishes to express thanks and gratitude for all the hugs, cards, s, texts, and other expressions of caring she has received in the loss of her beloved young grandson who had just become a new father.

3 After a wonderful August Tea of inspiration, fellowship, and food, Presbyterian Women of Ridglea Circles are ready to begin a new year. Circles are small groups of women who meet to study the Word and support each other on their journeys through life. All women of Ridglea are invited and encouraged to join! Circle 1, which meets in homes, will begin on September 9 at 10:00 am. Circle 2, which meets at the church, will begin on September 9 at 10:00 am. Evening Circle, which meets in homes, will begin September 2 at 6:30 pm. Esther Circle, which meets at the church and offers childcare, will begin September 10 at 9:00 am. All women are invited to a kick-off event on Tuesday, September 16 at First Presbyterian Church, 1000 Penn St, to hear an overview of our study, Reconciling Paul: A Contemporary Study of 2 Corinthians. The program begins at 10:30 am, after which lunch will be served. For more information or lunch reservations call JoAnn VanOosterhout at or Linda Wilson at We d love to have everyone join us for bible study, fellowship, and friendship. Bligh Jones says, PW stands for pretty (fun) women, powerful women. It stands for peace, justice, and prayer and witness. There s always room for one more.. Men of the Church Invites EVERYONE September 23, :00 Social Time 6:30 Dinner 7:00 Program: Early Texas History by Jim Godfrey Come join the men of Ridglea and the men of the Patriot House as we share and learn together. Cost $7.00/person RSVP by September 21st to the church office:

4 Have you recently joined Ridglea and are trying to figure out where you connect? Are you interested in joining Ridglea or you want to know more? Come to our Inquirers & New Members Luncheon September 7th Following 11:00 Worship Small Group Opportunities **Most Thursdays at 11:30 am Ryan s Lunch Bunch meets most Thursdays to ponder the scriptures that will be used in worship the following Sunday. Bring your lunch and head to Room 212! **Most Wednesdays at 8:00 am Pastor Ryan, staff, and representatives from many of our ministries will be there to answer questions and help you find a place to breathe in and breathe out God s love. RSVP to Virginia@Ridgleapres.org by 9/5 Just A Reminder: The three spaces marked with the handicap logo on the pavement are reserved at ALL TIMES for vehicles that have handicap hang tags or license plates ONLY. The remaining spaces are available for all vehicles EXCEPT on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings when they are reserved for those who are mobility impaired. Please be courteous to those who need closer spaces to the building entrances. Ladies Bunco Night Sept. 5th 6:00 pm Bring a finger-y food to share. Nursery? Nicci@RidgleaPres.org by 8/31 Thank you!!

5 Patriot House Ministry: Ridglea Presbyterian Church enjoys food and fellowship every other Tuesday evening with the veteran men in transitional housing at the Patriot House. You may sign up to donate food items on the Outreach bulletin board in the main hallway. Mim & Gene Fertig can help you with instructions or questions. The bus travels to PNS at 5:30 pm from our parking lot on meal days. Habitat for Humanity's 31st annual Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project will be in Dallas and Fort Worth this October. The Fort Worth build site is in Meadowbrook east of downtown. Online registration is tcp.trinitygroupsandsponsorsvolunteerhub.com Come experience this ministry for yourself! Openings are available Oct.6th to Oct.10th to work on the Presbyterian house. For more information call Habitat or see CWPDallasFortWorth.org Sandwich Mission: Provide 200 sandwiches for the clients of the Presbyterian Night Shelter. Sign up on the Outreach bulletin board in the main hallway. There is still time to sign up for the Trinity Trek 5K and 1 Mile Fun Walk/Run benefitting Westaid. The course has changed this year to a new location starting at the Heart of the Ranch-Clearfork Trailhead in the Edwards Ranch development on the Trinity Trail. Directions provided. Brochures are located on the Outreach bulletin board in the main hallway. Registration is located at

6 September is Join a Choir Month! Wednesday nights at Ridglea are filled with joyful noises! Chancel Handbell Choir meets at 6:15pm and is open to high schoolers and above. Chancel Choir rehearses from 7:30pm to 9:00pm. Childcare is provided for both with reservation to Nicci@RidgleaPres.org Come and join the chorus! Building Update As you may know, at a called congregational meeting on May 4, 2014, the congregation elected and empowered two committees to work on issues related to the unsolicited property purchase offer the congregation received in the summer of The Negotiating Team was charged with finding and presenting the best possible offer for the church. The team has been meeting regularly, and to date, they have received expressions of interest from four separate entities. Of those four, two have risen to the top in terms of price and sale conditions, and the team is in the process of drafting and revising contract language with the top two parties. The team anticipates that they will be ready to present the best contract proposal to the congregation sometime in the next six to eight weeks. The Search Team has also been meeting regularly, and should a property sale materialize, they have identified a handful of potential relocation sites and scenarios. In the coming weeks, they will be working closely with the Negotiating Team to prepare a thorough and thoughtful presentation to the congregation. As you may remember, the congregation's bylaws require three Sundays' notice for a called congregational meeting. If and when the teams are ready to report to the congregation, the session and the church staff will do everything in their power to ensure that the congregation receives adequate and timely notice. Stay tuned, and keep praying for God's will to be revealed! Intergenerational Sunday School Mission Month a Success! Together, we: * Collected a car load of groceries for Westaid * Made birdfeeders * Knotted 13 blankets for Project Linus * Packed sack lunches * Packed up 95 Hygiene Kits for Presbyterian Disaster Assistance * Prepared a meal for Patriot House * Made 200 sandwiches for the Presbyterian Night Shelter Many thanks to those who donated items or helped with stations!

7 Sunday School classes this Fall: 9:30am Sunday mornings Nursery: all those age 3 and under, Room 10 Preschool: Age 3 5 and potty trained, Room 125 Kindergarten and 1st: The Seekers in Room 203 2nd 5th graders: The Messengers in Room 202 6th 8th graders: Middle School in Room 4B High School: Meet in Room 4A 39er s: Continuing studying The Short Catechism. Pastor Baer leading. Room 215. Berean: Studying the Present Word curriculum. Booklet provided. Room 112. Bible Study: Studying DVD series on biblical figures. Meets in the Parlor. Eclectic Class: Studying C.S. Lewis The Screwtape Letters. Meets in Room 212 Fish Class: Studying the Present Word. Room 207 Skate Night FUN!!! Youth-led worship Thanks Ridglea Presbyterian Church for supporting them on their journeys! Please continue to encourage them, ask them questions, and be part of the church together!

8 RPC Children and Youth News... September Calendar for 6th 12th graders (#rpcy) Every Sunday begins with worship at 8:30am in chapel; Sunday School in Room 4A for Middle school and 4B for High school at 9:30am; Worship at 11am in the Sanctuary. June Calendar of Events: September 7th: Youth Lunch (all 6th 12th graders) after 11am worship September 14th: 5pm September 21st: 5pm September 28th: 5pm More information on events available by contacting Nicci. Don t ever hesitate to bring friends or contact Nicci for more information! RSVP to nicci@ridgleapres.org or Messenger Fellowship ( nd 5th graders) Sunday, September 14th from 1pm ish 4:30pm Need swim suit, sunscreen, towel, swim gear Meet in library following fellowship luncheon and changed into swim attire RSVP to Nicci by 9/9 (nicci@ridgleapres.org) Parents, make sure you mark October 12th and November 9th for more adventures! We Survived SHARK WEEK at the Aquarium!!! What a great time at the Grapevine Aquarium we had exploring! Ask the kids about what they saw and touched while there. Thank you to Julie Ritz, Debra Lee, Mary Beth Sisolak, Amy Ritz, John Sauvey, and Jean and Jim Godfrey for chaperoning the 24 of us!

9 Youth and Child Protection Training Sunday, September 21st Currie Hall at 12:15pm All who work with the Children and Youth of RPC are required to be in attendance RSVP to Nicci by 9/16 (include ham, turkey, or veggie and white or wheat) Child care provided if RSVP by 9/16 Brown Bag Bunch 1st Wednesday of each month from 11:30am 12:30pm In Currie Hall (2nd floor) ALL are encouraged! Invite your friends! Bring your lunch and come ready to fellowship and learn! The Fall schedule is as follows: September 3:BASICS OF WILLS & PROBATE: What You Don t Know Will Hurt You. Bob West will bring his law firm partner Melinda Watts Smith, who is our law firm s estate planning, probate, and trust attorney. Melinda has worked with me on the wills, powers of attorney, and probate matters for many RPC members and their families, and she can help handle the really hard questions that the group may ask!! October 1st: LEVELS OF HEALTH CARE AND HOW AND WHEN TO CHOOSE Our very own Nancy Ritts will be leading the discussion on the differences and levels of health care. General, palliative and hospice care are all part of the life cycle and many of us will be exposed to all three. Each level has its own benefits, costs, exemptions and advantages. Come learn about the challenges and gains to be made, to make the most of YOUR level of wellness. We will also be discussing the care givers role. November 5th: FUNERL PLANNING: Answers, Questions, & Things to Help Plan Pastor Ryan will lead all through some answers and information on funeral planning both in general and here at Ridglea Presbyterian Church. This time together on Wednesdays is for fellowship, learning, and knowing resources available in our community. This isn t just for Ridglea Presbyterian Church, but for all in our community. Providing resources and a place to gather for information is one thing RPC is doing!

10 September Calendar ~ September 2014 ~ Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 Church CLOSED 2 10a-11a PWR- Projects 10a-11:30a Staff Meeting 10:30a-11:30a PWR Coordinating Team 6:30p-7:30p RPCMA Lessons 7p-8:30p BSA T326 Meeting 7p-8p Cub Scout Committee Meeting 3 8a-9a Men's Prayer Breakfast) 11:30a-12:30p Brown Bag Bunch 4:30p-7:30p RPCMA Lessons 6:15p-7:15p Chancel Bells 7p-8:30p FPC Legacy Journey 7p-8:30p Financial Peace University 7:30p-9:30p Chancel Choir 4 11:30a-1p Ryan's Lunch Bunch 7p-8:30p BSA Cub Pack 26 Den Meetings 5 6p-8p Ladies Bunko Night 6 1p-3p AGO Meeting 7 New Member Acceptance 8:30a-9:30a Worship (Chapel) 9:30a-10:30a Sunday School 11a-12p Worship (Sanctuary) 12p-1:30p Inquirers & New Member Lunch 12p-1:30p Youth lunch a-12p PWR Circles 10a-11:30a Staff Meeting 5:30p-7p Patriot House Ministry 6p-8p Anti-Tobacco Class 6:15p-7:45p CE Team 6:30p-7:30p RPCMA Lessons 7p-8:30p BSA T326 Meeting 10 8a-9a Men's Prayer Breakfast 9a-11a PWR Esther Circle 1p-2p RPC Preschool Board Mtg 4:30p-7:30p RPCMA Lessons 6p-7:30p F&B Team 6:15p-7:15p Chancel Bells 7p-8:30p FPC Legacy Journey 7p-8:30p Financial Peace University 7:30p-9:30p Chancel Choir 11 11:30a-1p Ryan's Lunch Bunch 6p-8p Anti-Tobacco Class 6p-7:30p B&E 6p-7:30p Commitment Team 6p-7:30p Evangelreach Team meeting 6p-7p Nominating 6p-7p Personnel Team 6p-7:30p Worship Team 7p-8:30p BSA Cub Pack 26 Den Meetings Cub Scout Raingutter Regatta 1p-3p AGO Meeting 14 8:30a-9:30a Worship (Chapel) 9:30a-10:30a Sunday School 11a-12p Worship (Sanctuary) 1p-4p Messengers Fellowship 15 5p-6p Property Negotiation Team 16 10a-11a PWR- Projects 10a-11:30a Staff Meeting 6p-8p Anti-Tobacco Class 6:30p-7:30p RPCMA Lessons 7p-8:30p BSA T326 Meeting 17 8a-9a Men's Prayer Breakfast 10a-11:30a Staff Meeting 4:30p-7:30p RPCMA Lessons 6:15p-7:15p Chancel Bells 7p-8:30p FPC Legacy Journey 7p-8:30p Financial Peace University 7p-9p Troop 326 Committee Meeting 7:30p-9:30p Chancel Choir 18 11:30a-1p Ryan's Lunch Bunch 6p-8p Anti-Tobacco Class 7p-8:30p BSA Cub Pack 26 Den Meetings 19 Newsletter Deadline :30a-9:30a Worship (Chapel) 9:30a-10:30a Sunday School 11a-12p Worship (Sanctuary) 12p-1:30p Training & Lunch- Child & Youth protection policy a-11:30a Staff Meeting 6p-8:30p Men of Church/Patriot House Dinner 6:30p-7:30p RPCMA Lessons 7p-8:30p BSA T326 Meeting 7p-8:30p SeaScouts 24 8a-9a Men's Prayer Breakfast 4:30p-7:30p RPCMA Lessons 6:15p-7:15p Chancel Bells 7p-8:30p FPC Legacy Journey 7p-8:30p Financial Peace University 7:30p-9:30p Chancel Choir 25 11:30a-1p Ryan's Lunch Bunch 7p-8:30p BSA Cub Pack 26 Den Meetings 7p-9p Session Meeting p-3p AGO Meeting (Chapel) 28 8:30a-9:30a Worship (Chapel) 9:30a-10:30a Sunday School 10:30a-12p Christ Church (Chapel) 11a-12p Worship (Sanctuary) 12p-1:30p 6-12 Grade Youth Fellowship a-11:30a Staff Meeting 6:30p-7:30p RPCMA Lessons 7p-8:30p BSA T326 Meeting For the most up-to-date information, View the Calendar on our website: or see the back of the bulletin each Sunday.

11 Making contact... Ridglea Presbyterian Church is a member of the Presbyterian Church (USA). It is governed by the session, an elected body composing of elders and pastors. Our committees, led by elders, oversee our ministries. If you have any questions or concerns, please don t hesitate to contact us. Clerk@RidgleaPres.org Our deacons oversee our ministries of care and compassion. Deacons@RidgleaPres.org RPC Session Elder Assignment Ruth De La Rosa... Budget/Finance Barbara Dorman... Budget/Finance Gordon Ramsey... Building/Equipment John Little... Building/Equipment Debra Lee... Christian Education Sam Thomas.... Christian Education Mary Beth Sisolak Wagner... Christian Education Chris Henderson... Commitment Andi Ferriera...Fellowship Kathy Severson... Fellowship Miriam Gallagher... Nominations Ann Shelton... Nominations Mary Riley... Outreach/Evangelism Gayle Hanneman... Outreach/Evangelism Zim Zimmerman... Personnel Bob West... Personnel Chris Shahan... Worship Jane Sisolak... Clerk of Session Deacons Karen Landon Betsy Kibler Julie Ritz Nancy Ritts Katharine Rottler Jean Godfrey Mim Fertig Mary Ann Guly Susan Everts Staff Ryan Baer Pastor ryan@ridgleapres.org Ext. 103 Virginia Welsh, Office Manager virginia@ridgleapres.org Ext. 105 Nicci Kennedy, Coord. of Child/Youth Ministries nicci@ridgleapres.org Ext. 106 Pier Crenshaw, Bookkeeper pier@ridgleapres.org Ext. 104 John Sauvey, Director of Music Ministries john@ridgleapres.org Ext. 108 Dale Bench, Organist dalepipeorgan@sbcglobal.net Ext. 108 Debbie Gargis, Preschool Director rpcpreschool@ridgleapres.org Thomas Rodriguez, Church Custodian building Church Office # , Fax #

12 The next newsletter deadline will be September 19, 2014 at noon. RIDGLEA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 6201 CAMP BOWIE BLVD. FORT WORTH, TEXAS ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED September Birthdays Becky Fisher 9/1 Mary Riley 9/1 John Baker 9/2 Jorg Dettmer 9/2 Jane Sisolak 9/3 Virginia Welsh 9/3 Josh Wyatt 9/4 Kari Young 9/4 Jean Godfrey 9/5 Kim Noel 9/5 Laura Saxton 9/5 Cort Rea 9/5 Rachael Smith 9/6 Ann Shelton 9/7 Laura Phillips 9/9 Polly Hicks 9/11 Shiryl Gillaspie 9/12 Steve Cowden 9/12 Steven Staples 9/12 Nanette Monte 9/12 Marie Smith 9/14 Linda Wilson 9/16 Betsy Himmel 9/18 Brad Roberts 9/18 Renee Larance 9/18 Wilford Saxton 9/19 Jean Brandt 9/19 Adrian Britton 9/19 Jeremy Martin 9/20 Melinda Hanson 9/21 Hugh Hefley 9/22 Sutton Fambro 9/23 Stan Eubanks 9/24 Kenneth Baker 9/24 Ed Chandler 9/26 Julie Ritz 9/26 Kristi Paara 9/27 Blythe Lee 9/28 Zim Zimmerman 9/29