Greg Yoder Update – May 2013
Dear Friends,
I read a question the other day that I could not get out of my head. The writer asked, “What would people miss or regret losing if your organization (Christian World Outreach) ceased to exist tomorrow morning?” My first thought was, would they miss CWO? After thinking about this for a while I can up with a one word answer. Hope.
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A little over a week ago, Pastor Rick asked during his sermon if you were willing to commit to regular Bible study and prayer.
We have set up a group on the Table called Bible Study & Prayer Commitment.
If you wish to indicate your commitment, simply join the group. You can use this group to post encouragements to each other, to share answers to prayer, to share tips that have worked for you in your studies, and anything else you feel led to post. Pastor Rick will also post regularly to the group.
If you don’t wish to use the Table, you may simply email Pastor Rick with your intention to commit. If you wish to join the Table but need assistance, please email us and we’ll help you out!
Is there someone you would like to memorialize? Within our Memorial Prayer Garden is a heart-shaped patio containing bricks inscribed with the names of loved ones that are no longer with us. You may contribute to the garden by buying an inscribed brick for $40 that can be personalized with the name of your loved one. Order forms are available at church (or download below) and should be turned in to Scott or Julie Kruizenga. (Bricks are ordered once a year).
Greg Yoder Update – April 2013
Dear Friends,
One of the special privileges we have is to share and celebrate what God has done through Christian World Outreach. There is so much going on that sometimes it is hard to know what to share in the short amount of time offered. This past Sunday I had the opportunity to share about CWO in both services of our home church. This was different than any other time because I spoke between celebrating baptisms and communion which made this time of sharing even more special. Read the rest of this entry »
Did you know that if you do online banking, you can set up Rockford Reformed Church as a payee? You can have tithes and offerings paid automatically, just like you do with other bills. This might come in handy if you have any extended vacations coming up! You can even choose how often payments are made – weekly, monthly, or even just for specific dates. If you are unsure how to set it up, talk with your bank!
Dear Family & Friends,
“[We] urge you, brothers and sisters, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit, to join [us] in [our] struggle by praying to God” (Romans 15:30) Read the rest of this entry »
Here’s your homework for next Sunday, March 24. Read these passages, and don’t forget to take notes! Click on each passage to read online.
Matthew 5:13-16
1. Acts 2:22-25; 40-41
2. Acts 17:1-34
3. John 9:1-41
4. Luke 9:1-62
5. John 4:1-54
6. Acts 9:1-43
7. Acts 1:1-26
An email from Mark Wilson, our missionary in Cambodia:
Imagine our surprise when Debra went to the Post Office today after getting a package slip and something amazing happened … we received a wonderful gift from you all at Rockford Reformed … *a Christmas gift box*!
What a wonderful surprise and so delicious too … some great treats from home including dried cherries and trail mix that included dried blueberries … I can’t begin to tell you how sweet they are in so many ways.
So, please let folks know that we did (at last) receive the package (and in good shape and unopened), and how thankful we are for your thoughtfulness … it is so encouraging (and tasty), especially these days when the temperature has gone up into the upper 90s and even breaking 100 (and it’s not even hot season yet), and, due to power shortages our electricity cuts out each day. So, this treat at this time is truly special – Thank you!
Yours in Christ,
-Mark, Deb & Zachary
Rockford Reformed Church has been named a Constant Contact All Star for 2012! Only 10% of the email service’s clients receive this distinction.
Wood TV8 recently ran a story on one of our members, Steve Majerle:
Coach with Parkinson’s gets 2nd chance.
It’s amazing and inspirational. Check it out! Read the rest of this entry »
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