SRCA NEWS AND NOTES

 

Sunday's Bible readings include:

Isaiah 1:10-18, Psalm 32:1-8; 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12; and Luke 19:1-10.

 

Dear Family in Christ,

 

I have just returned from a week away assisting in the leadership of a year long course in advanced inner healing ministry. I've been privileged to teach with this course for the past five years. Every time I work with this ministry I see the power of God at work up close and personal as people are restored and set free.

 

In today's gospel reading we hear of Zacchaeus the tax collector. Zacchaeus doesn't yet know the Lord. He is a man with a past, and his past isn't pretty. He is cheat, a thief, a sinner; but he is curious about Jesus. He wants to see the man and to hear him speak. Jesus sees his receptiveness ot he good news he bears, and invites himself to dinner.

 

At the end of the dinner Jesus makes the great proclamation, "Today salvation has come to this house… for the Son of Man came to seek and save the lost."

 

Salvation means more than pie in the sky by and by… salvation means that we have moved into the kingdom of Light, God's kingdom. During this past week I have seen people healed in ways that helps them experience more fully the joy of being a part of the Kingdom of God. Thanks be to God that  he wants todo that for each one of us!

 

I look forward to worshipping with you tomorrow as we celebrate the goodness of God.

 

Faithfully, Becki+

 

The Rev. Becki Neumann+
Rector, South Riding Church, Anglican
Office 703-961-1983
Cell 240-217-4370
Home 717-762-0924

"When it's all been said and done; there is just one thing that matters.
Did I do my best to live for truth, did I live my life for you?"

SRCA NEWS AND NOTES

 

Dear Parish Family,

 

I am praying for you all as you gather this morning for worship. Please pray for me as I head off to North Carolina to teach and mentor a group starting off in a year long process of being trained to minister in the areas of inner healing and deliverance ministry.

 Please welcome again the Reverend Pamela Meeks, who will be celebrating Eucharist and opening God's word with you all. She is drawing on the following scripture for today's message: Joel 2:3-32, Psalm 65, Revelation 6:12-17, and John 7:37-39.

I draw to your attention two up and coming projects / events in our parish. Operation Christmas Child is nearly upon us. Remember those 32 shoe boxes for third world children we filled last year? I understand that was the largest number to date that we, as a congregation, have filled. My challenge to all of us this year is to double the number to 70 boxes (though I am secretly praying we can fill 100 boxes). Begin now skipping those Starbucks drinks and saving that money to fill an extra box or two! Look for our older youth to begin asking for donations in the near future.The second event is our children's Christmas pageant (yes, I know it is only October). Look for information to come home in a week or two regarding commitment and rehearsals. Rehearsals begin in about a month.

Parents, children and youth, On Sunday, October 31st we will recognize each child or youth who has turned in a form indicating they have served or helped someone. Please remember to get those forms turned in!

I rejoice with you all this day at what the Lord is doing in our midst!

Blessings,

Becki+

 

The Rev. Becki Neumann+
Rector, South Riding Church, Anglican
Office 703-961-1983
Cell 240-217-4370
Home 717-762-0924

"When it's all been said and done; there is just one thing that matters.
Did I do my best to live for truth, did I live my life for you?"

SRCA News and Notes

 

Dear Parish Family,

 

I am so glad to be back with you after our time away. The weather was perfect on the Outer Banks and in the North Carolina Mountains, and clergy conference was absolutely terrific. I came back refreshed and renewed, and so excited about our church and what the future holds for us!

 

Please note the following opportunity for women: Arcola Methodist is hosting a Breast Cancer Awareness workshop on Monday, October 18th.  They will be providing a chili dinner beforehand with beef, chicken and veggie chili at 6:30 p.m.  The presentation will begin at 7:30 p.m.  You are invited to come and to bring your sisters, daughters and friends. The writer of the ad writes, "I promise you will not be pressured to join our church - this is just one of the many public services we are providing this year to help the community.  Hope to see you there!"

 

Ladies, Sunday the 17th also marks our final "Women's Retreat on the Run," beginning at 12:45 at the 304. Please plan to join in the discussion and fellowship! We will also be brainstorming about some other women's events. A light lunch will be provided.

 

I have attached an invitation from Don Holt and Gail Haddock with regard to another opportunity for fellowship and outreach. Please RSVP asap if you are able to come.

On Sunday we will celebrate the "Children's Sabbath." It is a day to reflect on our stewardship with regard to caring for our children, and for those children in places where their basic needs are not met. Our children will remain with us this Sunday rather than going off to Sunday School, so that they can be included in our entire worship experience. The sermon will be interactive and geared to engage children as well as adults..

At the time of the consecration of the elements, I will invite and youth or children who want to,  to come forward to help.

Our scripture lessons for Sunday include Jeremiah 31:27-34, Psalm 119:97-104, 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5, and Luke 18:1-8.

Let us come together on Sunday to make a joyful noise unto the Lord, celebrating all he has done for us.

Blessings,

Becki+

 

The Rev. Becki Neumann+
Rector, South Riding Church, Anglican
Office 703-961-1983
Cell 240-217-4370
Home 717-762-0924

"When it's all been said and done; there is just one thing that matters.
Did I do my best to live for truth, did I live my life for you?"

SRCA News and Notes

Reminder: Prayers for the Parish

Tuesday evening 7:00 - 8:00

at the 304

see you there!

Dear Parish Family,

The readings form Sunday include Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7; Psalm 66:1-11; 2 Timothy 2:8-15; and Luke 17:11-19.

I will miss worshipping with you all on Sunday. Bruce and I will worship at a new church plant in Nags Head, NC. Then on Monday we are off to clergy conference at the other end of North Carolina. In my absence please give a warm welcome to the Reverend Pamela Meeks. She is a graduate of my alma mater, TRinity School for MInistry, and she is looking forward to being with you all.

In case of a pastoral emergency, please call my cell number. See you all on the 17th for worship! I will be back in the office on the 18th.

Faithfully,

Becki+

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Rev. Becki Neumann+

Rector, South Riding Anglican Church

Office 703-961-1983

Cell 240-217-4370

Home 717-762-0924

"When it's all been said and done; there is just one thing that matters. Did I do my best to live for truth, did I live my life for You?"