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'God Is Not Woke'
The Supremacy of Christ & the Futility of Wokeness
Taught by Pastor Paul Grenelle
9 a.m. in Fellowship Hall
Living a Gospel-filled life should lead to joyful justice, but Critical Race Theory seeks to pervert both our joy and our justice. Concepts of wokeness, systemic racism and intersectionality have replaced unity, forgiveness and reconciliation. Disguised as an “analytical tool,” some evangelical churches have replaced the authoritative, sufficient Word of God with the godless ideology of Critical Race Theory. In this seminar we will see how Critical Race Theory is antithetical to the Gospel and how the Bible is our authoritative and sufficient source to heal ethnic wounds and restore justice and joy to our churches and our lives.
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'Blessed Are the Peacemakers'
Grace and Peace in the Midst of Conflict
Taught by Pastor Brian Giaquinto
10:45 a.m. in Fellowship Hall
Conflict in life is inevitable—at home, on the job, in church, etc. Nevertheless, Christians are called to respond to conflict in a way that is remarkably different from the world. We are to “seek peace and pursue it” (Psalm 34:14; 1 Peter 3:11). This seminar is a study of the Biblical principles about resolving conflict in a way that glorifies God, heals our relationships, and makes us more like Christ.
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To hear a Riverbend sermon, click on the title:
SUNDAY, Sep. 12
Psalm 51
WEDNESDAY, Sep. 8
Daniel 6
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Live-Streamed ... The 10:45 a.m. Sunday and 6:15 p.m. Wednesday worship services are live-streamed via the church website (click here) and other social venues |
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Riverbend Teaching Pastor Scott Menez (left) was one of the featured speakers at last week's Exalting Christ Conference in Vallejo, Calif. It was a discipleship event entitled "Press On" for pastors, church leaders and missionaries. Gina Menez (right) was also on the program, leading a seminar for wives in attendance. Bobby Caliendo, Riverbend Pastor of Outreach & Evangelism, also attended. |
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COMING: AUGUST 2022
Christ Theological
Bible College
A new ministry of Riverbend
From Pastor Brian Shealy
We are investigating offering general education from a Christian viewpoint, in addition to Bible and Theology classes. Therefore, we want to see what instructors might be available in the church. If you have a Masters Degree in a particular field of study and might be interested in teaching, please let me know. Call 386-672-1821 or click here. |
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An Honor From Police
Riverbend Chef Gabriel Martinez was honored by members of the Ormond Beach Police Department recently. For donating his time and resources in preparing meals for OBPD, the officers presented him with several "thank you" gifts, including an "OBPD Master Chef" apron, an OBPD hat, a special coin, etc. Gabriel, wearing hat and apron, has "been there" for the police for hurricane planning, banquets and other special events. His daughter Alysson is standing behind and to the left of Gabriel.
To see an Instagram video of the awards presentation, click here.
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MENU — Sep. 15
- Scrambled eggs
- Sausage links
- Golden crispy bacon
- Home fries
- Biscuits & sausage gravy
- Fruit salad
- Drinks
Costs: $7 per person ... except: $4 for ages 4-12, family max, $25 ... under 4 & over 90, free
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Free Pedicure!
That's one of the happenings at Riverbend's monthly Foot Care experience. Stop by and give your feet a real treat. They'll love you for it.
Saturday, Sep. 18
Youth Center
8:30-11:30 a.m.
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Ice Cream Social & Old-Fashioned Hymn Sing
Friday, Oct. 8 ... 6 p.m. ... Choir Room
Everyone is invited to sing-along with Heyward Evans and accompanist Andrea Giaquinto as they lead in some of the classic old hymns that everyone loves. Then Milt & Sandy Mosher & crew will be in Fellowship Hall, dishing out several flavors of ice cream that you can doctor with your favorite trimmings. It's free!
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Grandparents Day
Students at Riverbend Academy were blessed last week to spend a few activity hours with their grandparents or "substitute" grandparents.
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Schedule Changes
Sarah's Circle women's ministry has announced an updated meeting schedule for the remainder of 2021:
- Sep. 21 (Tue) at Giovanni home, 5:30 p.m.
- Oct. 22 (Fri) at Anderson-Price Memorial Building (Pastor-Wives Appreciation), 5:30 p.m.
- Nov. 30 (Tue) at Fellowship Hall, 5:30 p.m.
- Dec. 19 (Sun) at Riverbend patio, 2 p.m.
For info, contact Linda Giovanni (386-299-4655 or click here. |
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Women's Bible Studies Begin Sep. 26 |
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Starts Sunday, Sep. 26
Led by Valerie Brown
A look at how women reflect the image of God through a study of humility, based on the Beatitudes.
Textbook (needed for first session): The Blessing of Humility by Jerry Bridges (available on Amazon).
Ten sessions (all free!) on certain Sunday evenings at 6-8 p.m. in Room 182.
Revised Meeting dates: Sep. 26; Oct. 10, 24; Nov. 7, 21; Jan. 9, 23; Feb. 6; Mar. 6, 20.
More info — Contact Valerie Brown: 386-295-2457 or click here.
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Begins Sunday, Sep. 26
Led by Gina Menez
Designed to encourage young moms and moms-to-be to focus on the Gospel and grow in the love for Christ as they love their husbands and children through the principles and structure of Titus 2:4-7 (older women teaching younger women).
Textbook: none required.
Eight monthly sessions (all free!) on specified Sunday evenings at 6-8 p.m. in the Youth Center.
Meeting dates: Sep. 26, Oct. 24, Nov. 21, Dec. 12, Jan. 23, Feb. 20, Mar. 20, Apr. 24.
No childcare provided.
More info — Contact Gina Menez: 530-355-9706 or click here.
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This church-wide event replaces Harvest Fest (Oct. 31) |
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WARM (Women Assisting Recovering Mothers) Bible studies resume TONIGHT (6:15 p.m.) at the Vince Carter Sanctuary in Bunnell. Please continue to pray for the lives of the women at VCS to be changed toward the Lord.
A drop-in bridal shower for Rayah Pittman, fiance' of Caleb Glenfield, is planned Saturday, Oct. 9, at the home of Allison Glenfield (100 Sunset Point Drive, Ormond). All Riverbenders are invited.
Joy Luncheon (senior ladies) is planned tomorrow, Sep. 14, at 11:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall.
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Sundays
- 9 a.m. — Morning Worship
- 9 a.m. — Bible Fellowship Groups
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9 a.m. — God Is Not Woke (Life Seminar), Fellowship Hall
- 10:45 a.m. — Morning Worship
- 10:45 a.m. — Bible Fellowship Groups
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10:45 a.m. — Blessed Are the Peacemakers (Life Seminar), Fellowship Hall
Wednesdays
- 4:30-6 p.m. — Fellowship Supper
- 6:15 p.m. — Mid-Week Worship
Other Regular Weekly Activities
Sunday — Praise Team warm-up, Stage, 8 am
Sunday — Worship Choir warm-up (also Orchestra), Risers, 8:15 am
Sunday — Nursery (age 2-under), Children's Wing, 8:45 am
Monday — Men's Basketball, Worship Center (resumes Sep. 20, 6 pm)
Monday — WARM Bible Study, Carter Sanctuary, Bunnell, 6:15 pm
Wednesday — Youth Praise Team, Youth Center, 5 pm
Wednesday — Youth Choir, Choir Room, 5:30 pm
Wednesday — Nursery (birth to pre-K), Children's Wing, 6 pm
Wednesday — Kingdom Corner Summer BFG, Children's Wing, 6:15 pm
Wednesday — 'One Voice' Kids Music Club, Children's Wing, 6:15 pm
Wednesday — Youth 'Breakouts', Youth Center, 6:15 pm
Wednesday — Adult Worship Choir rehearsal, Choir Room, 7:30 pm
SEPTEMBER
14 (Tue) — Joy Luncheon, Fellowship Hall, 11:30 am
14 (Tue) — Crossroads Young Adults, Fellowship Hall, 6:30 pm
15 (Wed) — Deacons, Academy Library, 7:30 pm
18 (Sat) — Foot Care, Youth Center, 8:30-11:30 am
18 (Sat) — Wedding: Andrew Yancey & Jenny Mas Moya, Worship Center, 1:30 pm
19 (Sun) — Evening Baptism/Fellowship, Worship Center, 6 pm
21 (Tue) — Sarah's Circle, Giovanni home (234 Riverside, Ormond), 5:30 pm
22 (Wed) — Autumn begins
23 (Thu) — Persevering Saints Leadership, Off-campus, 6:30 pm
26 (Sun) — 'In His Image' (women's Bible Study) begins, Room 182, 6 pm
26 (Sun) — 'Moms' Moments of Grace begins, Youth Center, 6 pm
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OFFICE
The church office is open Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m-4:30 p.m. and Friday: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Phone 386-672-1821
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