Richland Baptist Church October 2016 A Mentor Moment p.2 Announcements p.3 Fall Festivals p.4 Fall Bazaars p.5 Upcoming Events & Calendars p.6
A Mentor Moment: Hospitable Lydia - A Women Who Opened Her heart Purple dye came from secretions of a snail Acts 16:13-15 13 And on the Sabbath day we went out of the city to the riverside, where prayer was customarily made; and we sat down and spoke to the women who met there. 14 Now a certain woman named Lydia heard us. She was a seller of purple from the city of Thyatira, who worshiped God. The Lord opened her heart to heed the things spoken by Paul. 15 And when she and her household were baptized, she begged us, saying, If you have judged me to be faithful to the Lord, come to my house and stay. So she persuaded us. We ve been focusing on Friendship this month in Mops, and I decided to use a Bible story about Lydia a woman who was known for her friendship to the apostle Paul. Background info: Lydia is the first documented Christian convert in Europe. She was from Asia minor, somewhere from around where Turkey is today. Also, our story takes place in Philippi, which is a colony of Rome. It was a busy city, but full of pagan and hedonistic practices. At the time, there weren t enough Jews in the town to support a synagogue (less than 10 Jewish men there!), If this doesn t seem significant to you, here s what this means: She was a foreigner from a place that the apostle Paul was forbidden to go (at least at that time). She s not Jewish so on Paul s first missionary journey, the first recorded conversion was a Gentile! The men weren t allowed to meet together outside of a synagogue, so the Jewish women would meet together to pray on the Sabbath. She was also a business woman financially secure (selling purple linens and with a household of servants). Most likely she was a widow, who had shared this business with her husband. The author of Acts says, she heard us. She was listening intently. At this time, she was already meeting with the women to pray to Yahweh, the One true God but she lacked understanding. Paul shares the Gospel message, and Lydia learns of Jesus and of His death on the cross. And her heart was captured by God! A transformation is immediately seen! She goes home, shares Jesus with her household, she and her household are baptized! Lydia then invites actually BEGS them to come stay with her! (In case you miss this point, it s not just Paul. It s Paul, Silas, Timothy and Luke and a caravan of travelers. She was inviting a large group of people to stay with her for an indefinite amount of time long enough for them to start the first church in Philippi!) The Point: Lydia was transformed by opening her heart to the Lord. Because of this, she had a significant role in the foundation of the first Christian church in Philippi! Truth in her heart came out in kindness to others. My question to you have you opened your heart to the Lord? And if so, have you allowed Him to transform your life? Romans 12:10-11- Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another; not lagging in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord.
Happy Birthday! Lisa Somero 10/4 Tina Cabush 10/5 Courtney Frisbee 10/7 Operation Christmas Child Please don t forget to bring any items you signed up for to our next meeting: Monday November 14th. We have toothbrushes and school supplies. Also please remember no toy guys, weapons, army men, etc. Renae Wells 10/8 Janelle Carrera 10/9 Allysha McGilliard 10/22 Helen Callaghan 10/27 We are still in need of MOPPETS workers during our MOPS meetings. If you know anyone that may be interested please have them contact Tammy Dean for more information. Do you need a high chair? We have a high chair that someone donated. If you are need of a high chair, please take it from the donation area or contact us for more information. Don t forget to join our facebook page to keep update on RBC MOPS/MOMSnext meetings and outings. We also have a webpage: https://rbcmops.wordpress.com/ where we plan on posting copies of the newsletter each month.
Fall Festivals, Pumpkin Patches & Apple Picking Bill s Berry Farm http://www.billsberryfarm.com/ 3674 N. County Line Rd, Grandview, WA 98930 Apple & Pumpkin Festival on Friday & Saturdays $5 parking on Saturdays only. Always Closed on Sundays They also have Christmas Trees on the Farm the Friday & Saturday after Thanksgiving and the first to Fridays & Saturdays in December. Middletons Six Sons Farms http://www.middletonsfallfestival.com/ 1050 Pasco Kahlotus Rd Pasco, WA 99301 October1st-October 31st Saturdays 10am-10pm & Sundays 10pm-6pm Pumpkin Sales Tuesday-Sunday 9am-5pm $10 ages 3 and up. This year they are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of The Great Pumpkin with a Peanuts themed corn maze Country Mercantile (Pasco Location) 232 Crestloch Rd. (off of hwy 395) Pasco, WA 99301 http://www.countrymercantile.com/pages/harvest-festival October 1st thru October 31st Every day 9am-dusk $6.95 per person entry fee(2 and under free) Includes Hay Ride to Pumpkin patch, 3 acre corn maze, petting zoo, straw bale maze, straw bale pyramids, bounce house obstacle course, one family photo in our photo booth & free face painting for the kids, Pumpkins and carnival ride tickets sold separately Job s Nursery Pumpkin Patch http://www.jobsnursery.com/our-products/pumpkinpatch.html 4072 Columbia River Rd Pasco, WA 99301 (509) 547-4 843 U Pick pumpkin patch. Open Mon-Sat 9-5, Sun 11-4 Nursery tour hayride $2.60 per person (2 and under free with adult) Tree Scavenger Hunt to learn fun facts about trees $1 per handout used by the group. Oct 15 & 22nd New Horizons FFA will be face painting 10-3, Oct 15, 16, 22 & 23 Between the Bunds will be selling hot dogs for a fun fall lunch while pumpkin picking Ray French Orchard http://rayfrenchorchard.yolasite.com/ 921 Harvest Lane Pr NE Richland, WA 99352 (509) 627-3673 Monday thru Saturday 9am-6pm if apples are available. It is recommended you call in advance to check availability. Apple picking only this year, no pumpkin patch Richland Parks & Recreation Fall Carnival Saturday, October 29th, 2-5pm, John Dam Plasa Free Admission There will be carnival games, a haunted maze, spooky hayride and a pumpkin patch. Big Top the Clown, face painting, tons of candy and prizes. Costume Contest at the Hapo Community Stage at 4:30pm. Trick or Treat at the Parkway from 2-4pm YMCA Trick-or-Treat on the Trail and Harvest Party Join the YMCA for trick of treating for healthy goodies on the trail. Enjoy an exciting family hike up Badger Mountain while dressed in their favorite costumes. Enjoy a Harvest Party after the hike. Sat. October 29th 9am-12pm. The even t is free. You can register online or download a registration form at www.ymcatricities.org.
Fall Bazaars Harvest Bazaar, Sat. Oct. 15th 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Southridge Sports & Events Complex, 2901 Southridge Blvd. Kennewick. Get an early start on your holiday shopping at the 26th Annual Harvest Bazaar. Over 100 venders to shop for one-of-a-kind hand crafted items, antiques, home décor, fine art and collectables. Admission is free. Food and beverage vendors will also be there to make sure you don t get hungry or thirsty while shopping. Benton City So Bazaar Night Market Sat. Oct. 22nd 4-8pm. The Benton City Revitalization Project brings you the first ever Night Market to Benton City. This bizarre themed bazaar is where you will find all the fun and fantastic items you have ben looking for. Benton City Community Park on 9th Street in Benton City Custer s 21st Christmas Show, Fri Nov. 4th to Sun. Nov. 6th at the TRAC in Pasco. Custer s 21st Annual Christmas Arts & Crafts Show features over 150 professional artists and crafters from across the US. Adults $7, Kids 12 and under free. Maya Craft Show, Sat. Nov. 5th, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Maya Angelou Elementary, 6001 Road 84, Pasco. More than 60 vendors will be welling handmade home décor, soap, jewelry, baby & kid products, fine art and more. Admission is $1. St. Joseph s Art & Craft Bazaar, Fri. & Sat. Nov. 11-12th, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 11 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 12, Dillon Hall at the church, corner of Garfield Street and Fourth Avenue, Kennewick: Christmas-related arts and crafts, along with baked goods. Admission is free. Guardian Angel Homes Holiday Bazaar, Sat. Nov. 12th, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 7-8. Guardian Angel Homes Community Center, 245 Van Giesen, Richland. Lunch and beverages available for a donation. Hand crafted items only. Richland Seniors Association Holiday Bazaar, Sat. Nov. 12th. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Richland community center, 500 Amon Park Drive, Richland. There will be a drawing for a 5-gallon glass jar of pennies at 12pm. Admission is free. Calvary Chapel Make a Difference Craft Bazaar, Sat. Nov. 19th 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.. Over 80 venders will be displaying their handcrafted items and delicious treats. Calvery Chapel 10611 W. Clearwater, Kennewick. Liberty CHRISTmas Bazaar, Sat. Nov. 19th, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 2200 Williams Blvd., Richland: With talented crafters and vendors offering unique gifts and services, you are sure to find something for everyone on your list. Kids activity room. Favorite Things Holiday Craft Bazaar, Sat. Nov. 19th, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Columbia Community Church, 150 Gage Blvd., Richland. Free Admission. Plasma Creations will be at the Craft Bazaar again this year. Badger Mountain Elementary School s annual holiday bazaar, Sat. Dec. 3rd, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1515 Elementary St., Richland. Admission is $3 at the door. Kids 12 and younger are free.
UPCOMING MOPS EVENTS Park Playdate Monday October 17th @10:30am Barth Park, 301 Barth Ave. in Richland Upcoming Richland Baptist Church Family Activities Judgement House (recommended for ages 10 & up) Oct. 14-16 & Oct 21-23, 6-9pm Harvest Fest October 2016 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2 3 Bible Study 9am 9 10 11 12 Walla Wall Balloon Stampede 16 17Bible Park Playdate 23 24 Bible Study 4 5 6 7 Junie B. Jones @ ACT begins 1 8 13 14 15 18 19 20 21 Tri-Cities Women s Expo 21st& 22nd 25 26 27 28 29 22 Scaregrounds kids days 22 & 29th Celebrate the beautiful fall season. October 31 @ 6pm November 2016 30 31 Bible Harvest Fest 6pm @ RBC Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 6 7 Bible 1 2 3 4 Custer s Christmas Show 4-6th 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Bible 27 28 Bible 22 23 24 25 26 29 30 5 Veteran s Day Parade Events Around Town Junie B Jones: The Musical Academy of Children s Theater Oct. 7th-23rd The ScareGrounds Kids Days Oct. 22nd & 29th 1-4pm $7 Normally the Scaregrounds are considered at least PG13. However on Kids days, it s during daylight, haunted house lite with less scary haunters for families to enjoy PG fun. Walla Walla Balloon Stampede Oct. 12th-16th Howard Tietan Park Inflations begin each morning at 7:15am Tri-Cities Women s Expo Oct. 21st & 22nd Three Rivers Convention Center West Richland Veterans Day Parade Nov. 5th 8am W. Van Giesen St. Custer s 21st Christmas Show Fri. Nov. 4th-Sat. Nov. 6th @ TRAC $7 adults, 12 and under free.