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RIDGLEA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 6201 Camp Bowie Blvd.

org November 2014 Stewardship Sunday November 9 Church-wide

Begins of the Anew Greens When: Sunday, December 1 Hanging

(soup & salad) November 30 Mission, music, crafts, and

November 2nd Mission: Packing meals for Kids Against Hunger

1 RIDGLEA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 6201 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, TX (817) November 2014 Stewardship Sunday November 9 Church-wide The Journey Advent Celebration to the Manger & Hanging Begins of the Anew Greens When: Sunday, December 1 Hanging Advent of the Celebration Green 4:30pm Dinner at 5:30pm (soup & salad) November 30 Mission, music, crafts, and fellowship 3:45pm 7:00pm to follow dinner! November 2nd Mission: Packing meals for Kids Against 3:45pm Food: Soup Supper at 6:00pm Fellowship: Advent Activities for all ages following dinner

2 When our family gathers for Thanksgiving dinner, we have a special way of saying the blessing before the meal. We gather in a big circle and hold hands, and using the alphabet, we each say something for which we re thankful that begins with our assigned letter. Some of the responses are sweet, and some are funny, especially when someone gets stuck with X! But it s always a special time for us to truly give thanks before we feast together. As I think of all I have to give thanks for this year, I thought I would share my list with you. I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love towards all the saints, and for this reason I do not cease to give thanks for you as I remember you in my prayers. Eph. 1:15-16 (NRSV) A - Amy, my wife and best friend who inspires me every day B - Bible, the only book that reads me as I read it C - Church, the body of Christ in all times and places D - Daniel, our son who is full of energy, mischief, and love E - Elders, whom I am humbled and privileged to serve alongside F - Fellowship that we share as a church family G - God s Grace, which saved a wretch like me H - Healing, which often comes in surprising and unexpected ways I - Imagination, which enables us to see things both as they are and how they might be J- Joshua, our son who is full of smiles, curiosity, and cuddles K - Knowledge, which our church family is so willing to share with one another L - Light that shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it M - Music, which touches us and teaches us in ways that mere words cannot N - Nathan, our son who is a natural leader, kind, and empathetic O - Opportunities for learning and growth every day P - Presbyterianism, which is the best way that I know of to do Church Q - Questions, which deepen our faith seeking understanding R- Ridglea, the congregation that I ve been privileged to pastor for two years now S - Sacraments of Baptism and Eucharist, visible signs of God s invisible grace T - Thanksgiving, a time to share with friends and family U - Unconditional love that God pours out for us every day V - Victory over death which is assured by the empty tomb of Christ our Lord W - Welcome and hospitality that our desk volunteers show every day X - Xylophones, because X is hard and I love music Y - You, who encourage me, pray for me, and challenge me to be a better pastor Z - Zoo, where our family loves to experience the variety of God s creation May God bless you and keep you, Ryan Financial Update January September Total Income 494, Total Expenses 479, Every gift makes a difference for the kingdom of God! Thank you! From the Flock: To My Church Family: I d like to thank all those who sent cards, phone calls & texts, and prayers of love and support during the recent loss of my nephew, Sam Castillo. God bless you for your kindness; all were very comforting. God is good; all the time!! Rachel Pena

November is THANK OFFERING month for Presbyterian Women of Ridglea. This free will offering has been a tradition since 1888. Thirty projects will be funded this year. 41% promote health ministries.

Our Synod of the Sun will receive funds to expand an after-school and summer program for youth, K-12, that targets at-risk Hispanic youth at Divine Redeemer Presbyterian Church in San Antonio.

PWR members will bring and dedicate their Thank gifts at the General Meeting, November 25. The goal this year is to raise $900,000 nationally.

3 November is THANK OFFERING month for Presbyterian Women of Ridglea. This free will offering has been a tradition since Thirty projects will be funded this year. 41% promote health ministries. Seventeen of this year s projects Will serve communities in the US, while the remaining serve Communities overseas. Our Synod of the Sun will receive funds to expand an after-school and summer program for youth, K-12, that targets at-risk Hispanic youth at Divine Redeemer Presbyterian Church in San Antonio. Internationally, funds will help educate villages about HIV/AIDS and bring fresh drinking water in India, to name just a few. PWR members will bring and dedicate their Thank gifts at the General Meeting, November 25. The goal this year is to raise $900,000 nationally. November Calendar If you are ready to find a small group of women to share in your faith journey, Nov. 4 Mission Projects 9:30am contact JoAnn VanOosterhout at Coordinators Mtg 10:30am Newcomers and guests Evening Circle 6:30pm are ALWAYS welcome! Nov. 11 Circle s 10:00am Circle 10:00am Come try us out! Nov. 12 Esther Circle 9:00am Nov. 18 Mission Projects 9:30am Nov. 25 General Meeting 10:00am Nov. 26 Esther Circle 9:00am There s a seat waiting for you. The Congregation is Invited: Every Wednesday at 8:00am! Contact Ed Chandler at for more details. Nov. 2: Come celebrate with Marsha West, our resident romance suspense writer, following worship in Currie Hall until 3:00pm. Book sales, signings, and food are sure to make it a party! Nov. 9: Come celebrate with Mick Stuart upon his retirement from the US Army Reserves after 25 years of service, including two tours to Iraq, at the Fellowship Luncheon. Thank you, Mick, for your service!

Brown Bag Bunch November 5th 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!

general and here at Ridglea Presbyterian Church. This time together on Wednesdays is for fellowship, learning, and knowing resources available in our community.

The church office will be CLOSED Thursday, November 27 & Friday, November 28 Each year, poinsettias grace our sanctuary in December by the generosity of our members.

4 Brown Bag Bunch November 5th 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: November 5th: FUNERAL 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! The church office will be CLOSED Thursday, November 27 & Friday, November 28 Each year, poinsettias grace our sanctuary in December by the generosity of our members. If you would like to donate a poinsettia in honor or memory of a loved one or event, please contact Virginia at the church office at or Virginia@ridgleapres.org OR fill out a coupon in the bulletin insert. Pastoral Emergencies will be handled through the main church phone number, , ext. 125 Poinsettias are $8.00 each, and will be available for you to take home on Christmas Eve. Barbara Cox can answer any questions for you at

Sunday School classes this Fall: 9:30am Sunday mornings Children & Youth Nursery: all those age 3 and under, 39er s: Islam, then Prosperity Gospel Room 10 Pastor Ryan leading. Room 215.

2nd 5th graders: The Messengers Eclectic Class: Come and be surprised! Room 202 Meets in Room 212 6th 8th graders: Middle School Fish Class: Studying the Present Word.

! Continue the Story Daily devotions that go along with the Narrative Lectionary can be found in the foyer of the Chapel, in the narthex of the Sanctuary, or by calling the church office.

5 Sunday School classes this Fall: 9:30am Sunday mornings Children & Youth Nursery: all those age 3 and under, 39er s: Islam, then Prosperity Gospel Room 10 Pastor Ryan leading. Room 215. Preschool: Age 3-5 and potty trained, Berean: Studying the Present Word Room 125 Booklet provided. Room 112. Kindergarten and 1st: The Seekers Bible Study: Room 203 Meets in the Parlor. 2nd 5th graders: The Messengers Eclectic Class: Come and be surprised! Room 202 Meets in Room 212 6th 8th graders: Middle School Fish Class: Studying the Present Word. Room 4B Room 207 High School: Meet Room 4A Come Nurture Your Faith!! Continue the Story Daily devotions that go along with the Narrative Lectionary can be found in the foyer of the Chapel, in the narthex of the Sanctuary, or by calling the church office. Pick up your November booklet! February 21 22, 2015 Glen Rose, Texas Deposit is $25 (add l $25 due in January). Limited spots first come basis! Deposit due by 11/23 Carol Toombs will be our keynoter and will lead us in discussion and opportunities to explore and learn more about Sabbath and the gifts offered. Contact Nicci (nicci@ridgleapres.org) for more information. Please place deposits in an envelop with Nicci on it and place in her mail tray.

Patriot House Ministry Needs You: Provide part of a meal: entrée, sides, dessert, or drink.

We collected $2,600.00 for the special Peacemaking Offering received on World Communion Sunday.

domestic violence situations. More information about them can be found at www.ladderalliance.org.

Thank you for your commitment to Peacemaking!

! From Como Elementary: Thank you for your continued support of Como Elementary.

6 Patriot House Ministry Needs You: Provide part of a meal: entrée, sides, dessert, or drink. Sign ups are on the bulletin board in the main hall. Share a meal and conversation with the veterans in this program. We collected $2, for the special Peacemaking Offering received on World Communion Sunday. Our portion will go to The Ladder Alliance, a local non-profit that teaches job skills to women transitioning from domestic violence situations. More information about them can be found at The bus leaves our parking lot at 5:30pm on meal days (every other Tuesday). Come experience this ministry for yourself! Thank you for your commitment to Peacemaking! Sandwich Mission: Provide 200 sandwiches for the clients of the Presbyterian Night Shelter. Thank you!! From Como Elementary: Thank you for your continued support of Como Elementary. I really appreciate all of the Box- Tops for Education you have given our school. I have bought needed materials and a few decorations for the library. I am also trying to save up funds to purchase new furniture in the future. ~~Merrily Martin, Librarian Sign up on the Outreach bulletin board in the main hallway. Directions provided.

Attention Tom Thumb Shoppers: Westaid Bring your Community Bucks coupons to the church and we will get them to Westaid to help them fill their pantry.

Holiday Food Needs: Stuffing Mix Instant Potatoes Cake Mix Cranberry Sauce Corn Bread Year Round Needs: Canned Veggies Ramen Noodles Peanut Butter Canned Fruit Jello Pie Filling Sweet

We are once again honored to team up with SAFY, Specialized Alternatives for Families and Youth, to help provide some Christmas joy to children and youth who are in the child welfare and

7 Attention Tom Thumb Shoppers: Westaid Bring your Community Bucks coupons to the church and we will get them to Westaid to help them fill their pantry. You can link your Rewards card to our church for continual donations! Ask the store for a Good Neighbor Program Form. Holiday Food Needs: Stuffing Mix Instant Potatoes Cake Mix Cranberry Sauce Corn Bread Year Round Needs: Canned Veggies Ramen Noodles Peanut Butter Canned Fruit Jello Pie Filling Sweet Potatoes Pork n Beans Mac n Cheese Soups Help fill the red wagons! The Angels are Coming! We are once again honored to team up with SAFY, Specialized Alternatives for Families and Youth, to help provide some Christmas joy to children and youth who are in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. Our Angel Tree will be loaded with Angel s wishes on November 23, and the gifts will be due back to the church by December 14. If you wish to have someone shop for you, you can take an Angel and turn it in with a donation clearly marked Angel gift on the envelope. Help us share the Good News of Christ s birth through the care and concern of our most vulnerable children. Thank you!

00/seat. Scholarships and childcare are available if you contact Nicci@ridgleapres.org. *BYOB and snacks! *Take home a priceless painting!

RPC=Really Priceless Christmas December 5th 6:00 pm Join your RPC family for a Really Priceless Christmas Party!

8 Ladies Paint Night Nov. 7 6:30pm All ladies are invited to enjoy fun, Fellowship, and creative expression at our second Paint Night at A Piece of Work, 5714 Locke Ave! Cost is $30.00/seat. Scholarships and childcare are available if you contact Nicci@ridgleapres.org. *BYOB and snacks! *Take home a priceless painting! Ryan s Lunch Bunch meets most Thursdays to ponder the Narrative Lectionary Readings for the week. Bring your lunch and join in! RPC=Really Priceless Christmas December 5th 6:00 pm Join your RPC family for a Really Priceless Christmas Party! Adults will meet at La Playa Maya at 6:00pm for dinner (dutch treat). Childcare will be provided at the church with RSVP to Nicci@RidgleaPres.org by 11/30. Afterward, we will all join together on the Sunset Lawn for s mores, carols and fun! Come join for treats, even if you can t make it to dinner! Please RSVP to Virginia@RidgleaPres.org for dinner space at La Playa Maya. An evening with your RPC family = PRICELESS

School in Room 4A for Middle school and 4B for High school at 9:30am; Worship at 11am in the Sanctuary.

15th: Middle School Ed Seminar in Currie Hall November 16th: Worship and celebrate in the morning then youth lunch

November 30th: Advent Celebration; begin at 3:45pm with packing 10,000 meals & Soup Supper following More

Don t ever hesitate to bring friends or contact Nicci for more information! RSVP to nicci@ridgleapres.org or 817.732.

Patriot House & cards for homebound! Bring a change of clothes so you are comfy for work & fun.

org) Parents, mark 12/14 for fellowship from 1-4 and 12/22 for Church-wide Caroling!

We spent time in community singing, dancing, and celebrating the life we have been given.

9 RPC Children and Youth News... November 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: November 2nd: 5-7:30pm; ALL Youth; supper, games, devotional at RPC; November 14th and 15th: Middle School Ed Seminar in Currie Hall November 16th: Worship and celebrate in the morning then youth lunch meet in library (BYO$) November 23rd: ALL youth lunch together then head to WestAid to help prepare; Noon 3pm ish November 30th: Advent Celebration; begin at 3:45pm with packing 10,000 meals & Soup Supper following 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, November 9th from 1pm - 4pm Making cookies for Patriot House & cards for homebound! Bring a change of clothes so you are comfy for work & fun. RSVP to Nicci by 11/3 (nicci@ridgleapres.org) Parents, mark 12/14 for fellowship from 1-4 and 12/22 for Church-wide Caroling! #YFW14 (Youth Fest West) An October weekend in Glen Rose with 80 brothers and sisters was certainly amazing! We spent time in community singing, dancing, and celebrating the life we have been given. Staying in a cabin with 17 other people is ALWAYS an adventure we even got some sleep! The top picture is the 10,920 meals we packaged for Kids Against Hunger in 1.5 hours talk about team work! The determination was incredible. The bottom picture was our family for the weekend. Some you may recognize from RPC. Ask the youth about the other people in the picture! There is an awesomeness that comes from a weekend retreat in youth ministry. Thankful this one was amongst the best!

November Calendar ~ November 2014 ~ Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 12p-2p Chancel Praise Rehearsal 2 All Saints Sunday New Member Acceptance 8:30a-9:30a Worship (Chapel) 9:30a-10:30a Sunday School

10 November Calendar ~ November 2014 ~ Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 12p-2p Chancel Praise Rehearsal 2 All Saints Sunday New Member Acceptance 8:30a-9:30a Worship (Chapel) 9:30a-10:30a Sunday School 11a-12p Worship (Sanctuary) 5p-7:30p RPCY Supper and Fellowship 3 4 9:30a-10:30a PWR- Projects 10a-11:30a Staff Meeting 10:30a-11:30a PWR Coordinating Team 5:30p-7p Patriot House Ministry 6:30p-7:30p RPCMA Lessons 7p-8:30p BSA T326 Meeting 7p-8p Cub Scout Committee Mtg 5 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 7:30p-9:30p Chancel Choir 6 11:30a-1p Ryan's Lunch Bunch 6p-8p Anti-Tobacco Class 7p-8:30p BSA Cub Pack 26 Den 7 6:30p-9p Ladies Painting Night 8 2p-4p AGO Meeting 9 8:30a-9:30a Worship (Chapel) 9:30a-10:30a Sunday School 11a-12p Worship (Sanctuary) 12p-1:30p Fellowship Lunch 1p-4p Messengers Fellowship a-12p PWR Circles 10a-11:30a Staff Meeting 6p-8p Anti-Tobacco Class 6:15p-7:45p CE Team 6:30p-7:30p RPCMA Lessons 7p-8:30p BSA T326 Meeting 12 8a-9a Men's Prayer Breakfast 9a-11a PWR Esther Circle 4:30p-7:30p RPCMA Lessons 6p-7:30p F&B Team 6:15p-7:15p Chancel Bells 13 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 6p-7p Nominating 14 9a-5p AGO Exams 5p-10:30p Middle school Ed Seminar 15 8a-3p Middle School Ed Seminar 3p-5p AGO Meeting 7:30p-9:30p Chancel Choir 6p-7p Personnel Team 6p-7:30p Worship Team 7p-8:30p BSA Cub Pack 26 Pack 16 8:30a-9:30a Worship (Chapel) 9:30a-10:30a Sunday School 11a-12p Worship (Sanctuary) :30a-10:30a PWR- Projects 10a-11:30a Staff Meeting 5:30p-7p Patriot House Ministry 6:30p-7:30p RPCMA Lessons 7p-8:30p BSA T326 Court of Honor * Reception 19 8a-9a Men's Prayer Breakfast 10a-11:30a Staff Meeting 4:30p-7:30p RPCMA Lessons 6:15p-7:15p Chancel Bells 7p-9p Troop 326 Committee Mtg 20 11:30a-1p Ryan's Lunch Bunch 7p-8:30p BSA Cub Pack 26 Den Meetings 7p-9p Session Meeting 21 Newsletter Deadline 1p-12a Grace Presbytery Meeting (First Presbyterian Church Richardson) 22 12a-12p Grace Presbytery Meeting (First Presbyterian Church Richardson) 7:30p-9:30p Chancel Choir 23 8:30a-9:30a Worship (Chapel) 9:30a-10:30a Sunday School 11a-12p Worship (Sanctuary) 12p-3p 6-12 Grade Youth Fellowship and Mission work 24 RPC Preschool CLOSED 25 RPC Preschool CLOSED 10a-12p PWR General Meeting 10a-11:30a Staff Meeting 6:30p-7:30p RPCMA Lessons 7p-8:30p BSA T326 Meeting 7p-8:30p SeaScouts 26 RPC Preschool CLOSED 8a-9a Men's Prayer Breakfast 4:30p-7:30p RPCMA Lessons 27 RPC Preschool CLOSED Thanksgiving Day (Church Closed) 28 Day After Thanksgiving (Church Closed) RPC Preschool CLOSED Advent begins 8:30a-9:30a Worship (Chapel) 9:30a-10:30a Sunday School 11a-12p Worship (Sanctuary) 3:54p-8p Advent Festival For the most up-to-date information, View the Calendar on our website:

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.

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 November 21 at noon. RIDGLEA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 6201 CAMP BOWIE BLVD. FORT WORTH, TEXAS ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED November Birthdays Mim Fertig 11/1 Kevin Fisher 11/2 Will Stallworth 11/2 Hazel Hargrove 11/3 Ed Himmel 11/3 Judith Hollingshead 11/4 Gretchen Hughes 11/5 Barbara Kuchar 11/5 Lee Pippin 11/5 Marjie Gentile 11/8 Theo Nabassi 11/9 Myriam Woods 11/9 Terence Favors 11/10 Mickey Stuart 11/10 Jim VanAntwerp 11/10 Marji Raunikar 11/10 Amy Phillips 11/10 Jerry Rottler 11/11 James Gilliland 11/13 Emily Everts 11/13 Byron Keil 11/13 Amy Ritz 11/15 Brian Brumback 11/15 Anne Tomme 11/15 Sandra Baither 11/17 Sue Mathis 11/17 Walt Kerr 11/19 Gene Fertig 11/19 Betty Rankin 11/21 Cameron Stewart 11/21 Bob Miller 11/23 Ann Marie Pena 11/24 Lee Crandall 11/24 Gregory Gillaspie 11/24 Thylis Chambless 11/24 Ernie Register 11/25 Mrs. Ndirangu 11/26 Zander Martin 11/26 Chris Henderson 11/28 Chloe Cox 11/28 Barbara White 11/29 Mary Beth Sisolak Wagner 11/30 Jean Hadley 11/30

RIDGLEA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

RIDGLEA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 6201 CAMP BOWIE BLVD. FORT WORTH, TEXAS 76116 ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED November Birthdays Mimi Fertig 1-Nov Kevin Fisher 2-Nov Will Stallworth 2-Nov Hazel Hargrove 3-Nov Ed