Message from the Minister The Reverend Dr. Kenneth Ruge

February is the kind of month full of small

opportunities for love. Valentine’s Day is one

obvious example. Named for a long-forgotten

Christian martyr from the third century, it is a day to

recognize love and relationship, to thank someone

special for their presence in our lives. Then we have

the weeklong school break with the opportunity to

spend quality family time together. Finally, smack in

the middle of the school break, is Ash Wednesday,

the beginning of the Lenten season. Lent is a time to

reflect on what is truly important and to consider

making small changes in the direction of love, health

and God.

Maybe during this time you can make these small

opportunities for love your first priority. Amidst the

rush and slush and logistic demands of parenthood

and school, amidst the demands and drama of work,

it is so easy to consider these small opportunities for

love as an afterthought ̶ the flower you almost for-

got to buy, the child you forgot to hang out with, that

small change of routine you had fleetingly consid-

ered. Yet it turns out that these little things matter

most. Gestures of love and attention and even self-

care matter most in the grand scheme of things.

Jesus said, “Love one another. They will know

you are my disciples if you love one another.”

See you in church!

Ken

Upcoming Preaching Schedule

Three services at 8:30am,10:30am, and 5:00pm

February 1, 4th Sunday after Epiphany

Communion by trays at morning services

The Reverend Cari Pattison, preaching

The Gathering @5pm: The Reverend Abbie Huff,

The Nyack Project

February 8, 5th Sunday after Epiphany

The Reverend Samuel Clover preaching

The Gathering @5pm: The Reverend Cari Pattison,

February 15, Transfiguration of the Lord

The Reverend Jonah Smith-Bartlett preaching

The Gathering @5pm The Reverend Dr. Kenneth Ruge

February 18, Ash Wednesday, 7:30pm

The Reverend Samuel Clover preaching

February 22, 1st Sunday in Lent

The Reverend Dr. Kenneth Ruge, preaching

The Gathering @5pm: The Reverend Jonah

Smith-Bartlett,

Chamber

Concert with

violinist

Christopher

Lee, p. 2

Dr. Kate Ott

leads family

workshops on

faith and

sexuality p. 3

Sondra Luger on

Abrahamic

Blessing, p. 6.

Ash Wednesday Service

February 18, 7:30pm

Sanctuary

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W O R S H I P

Chamber Music Concert with String

Quartet and Piano

Featuring international violin virtuoso

Christopher Lee

NEW DATE:

Sunday, February 22, 3:00pm

Rescheduled from early February,

this winter musical offering—

featuring renowned violinist

Christopher Lee—will warm the

heart and stir the soul. The pro-

gram includes Franz Schubert’s

beloved Trout Quintet, as well as

J. S. Bach’s beautiful Sonata in E

Major for violin and harpsichord.

Winner of the J. S. Bach International Competition,

Dr. Lee became a protégé of Zino Francescatti at 16,

traveling with him throughout Europe on his final

tours. He studied violin and composition at Curtis

Institute of Music and The Juilliard School, earned a

Doctorate of Musical Arts, was a Fulbright Scholar,

and has been awarded four honorary doctorate

degrees. His other principal teachers were Dorothy

DeLay, Arthur Grumiaux, Henryk Szeryng and

Nathan Milstein.

Dr. Lee has received top prizes in the Carl Flesch

International Competition, the Tibor Varga Interna-

tional Competition, The Lion D’or of the French

government, a Guggenheim Grant, the Belgian

American Award, and The Fritz Kreisler Prize. As an

Official Musical Ambassador of the U.S. Department

of State, he has played thousands of concerts world-

wide, including 40 solo concert tours of Asia.

Dr. Lee is both an international and interstellar star,

as one of his recordings was chosen to represent hu-

man culture on the Voyager Time Capsule. He is also

concertmaster of 14 International orchestras. He

plays the celebrated 1771 “Accardo” violin made in

Turin, Italy, by Giovanni Baptista Guadagnini.

Dr. Lee will be joined by RCB’s Minister of Music,

Dr. Sándor Szabó , at the harpsichord/piano, Andy

Kim, cello, Junah Chung, viola, and Kevin Brown,

double bass.

Free; reception follows in the Edwards Room.

Annual Choir Festival

Sunday, March 1, 3:00pm

Celebrate our music department—and the gift of

song—in this annual extravaganza, featuring all of

our vocal choirs, and handbells, too! In all, almost

100 musicians of all ages will sing musical high-

lights from the church year, and some new pieces,

too. A wonderful way to share in the joy of praising

God. Free; reception follows.

Begin Your Lenten Journey with

Ash Wednesday Worship

Wednesday, February 18, 7:30pm

Echoing Jesus’ 40-day fast in the wilderness after his

baptism, Lent (40 weekdays plus six Sundays) begins

on Ash Wednesday. This intimate service in the

Chancel area of the Sanctuary offers a time of medi-

tation and preparation, including hymn singing, a

brief homily, communion and dispensation of

ashes. It reminds us to “remember you are dust, and

to dust you shall return.”

Save the Date: Laity Sunday, March 22

Dan Johnson preaches at

8:30am, 10:30am & 5:00pm

Our annual Laity Sunday—when worship is led

entirely by lay leaders—this year features longtime

member Dan Johnson, preaching at all three services!

Cherub Choir Resumes February 25

Rehearsals on Wednesdays, 1:30pm-2:00pm

All pre-K, four- and five-year-olds are invited back

to Cherub Choir for Wednesday afternoon rehears-

als, 1:30pm-2:00pm, beginning February 25, to sing

in the Palm Sunday worship service. Questions?

Contact Laura Green, lgreen@reformedchurch.org.

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C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H

Middle School Youth Group

Wednesdays, 6:00pm-7:30pm

February 4 - Winter Olympics February 11 – Inaugural Board Game Tourney

February 18 - No meeting, February Vacation

February 25 - Interactive Movie Night

*****************

High School Youth Group

Sundays, 4:30pm-6:00pm

February 8 - Progressive Dinner February 15 - No meeting, February Break

February 22 - No meeting, February Break

Friday and Saturday, February 27-28 (4pm-4pm):

Mini-Mission Trip in Westchester County, tutoring

and dinner at a Yonkers after-school program,

Habitat for Humanity, and bowling!

Friday 4:00pm to Saturday 4:00pm.

Church School will not meet Sunday, February

15, in observance of the President’s Day holiday.

Confirmation Classes FEBRUARY 6-8: WARWICK RETREAT—

Fri-Sun, February 6-8 (meet Friday at 3:00pm at

church, return by Sun. afternoon approx. 3:00pm).

Just basic clothes and toiletries needed; beds, sheets,

and towels provided. Pack layered clothing and out-

door gear, along with a Bible.

Just Say Know!: Christian Ethicist

Dr. Kate Ott Presents Workshops on

Faith and Relationships

Sunday, March 8: Three age-specific

sessions—all free—in the Calvin Room

For Parents & Caregivers: 7:00pm-9:00pm

Dr. Kate Ott, assistant professor of Christian Social

Ethics at Drew University Theological School (and a

parent herself) will lead a program for anyone who

will be talking with kids, from toddlers to

teens, about sexuality, their bodies, and healthy

relationships.

A core part of our faith tradition is how to create

faith-filled relationships that balance love of God

with self and neighbor. Our sexuality and sexual

relationships are part of that balance. But when and

how do we start talking to our kids about this?

Dr. Ott's talk will include information on children's

and teen's sexual development and faith develop-

ment, as well as current research on what works to

help kids put their faith values into practice.

We will work on getting comfortable with talking

about "sex" and recognizing teachable moments to

share our values with our kids related to sexuality.

This workshop is open to non-church members, too,

so bring friends! You won’t want to miss it!

For Fifth Graders: 10:30am-12:30pm, includes lunch

Dr. Ott will hold an interactive workshop for our

fifth-graders, including lunch and interactive games.

The focus will be on changing bodies and body im-

age, developing healthy friendships, and the mixed

messages kids get from videos, TV and social media.

This workshop is open to all fifth-graders of RCB

families, and will replace regular fifth-grade Church

School. Please bring your child directly to the Calvin

Room. If you are not interested in having your child

participate, he/she may join you in the Sanctuary

during the 10:30am service.

For the Confirmands: 3:00pm-4:30pm

Dr. Ott will join Pastor Cari's confirmation class in

the afternoon to present a fun and dynamic workshop

that includes discussion on what our Christian faith

says about building healthy, value-based relation-

ships, especially in this age of social media.

If you have any questions, contact Cari

Pattison, ext. 115, or Jonah Smith-Bartlett, ext. 124.

Fourth Grade Bake Sale: February 8

Purchase homemade treats from our fourth-graders

after 10:30am worship, at coffee hour, to raise funds

for our Mission programs. Edwards Room.

Family Movie Night!

Friday, February 27, 6:30pm-8:30pm

All are welcome to stretch out in the Calvin Room to

watch the comedy A Night at the Museum 2. Popcorn

and beverage provided; please bring pillows and

blankets for maximum comfort. Free.

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S E R V E

Turning a Page in Nodine Hill: First Stage of Literacy Project a Success

by Doris Benson

The Nodine Hill Childhood Literacy Project team, consisting of church and community volunteers, is pleased

to report the first project, the six-week Family Reading Time, was completed November 6. Families with

second- or third-graders who go to the Westhab Elm Street Youth Center after school program attended.

Each Thursday evening, after enjoying a dinner lovingly prepared by Sherrie Sorenson, the families participat-

ed in sessions led by Carissa Cottler, a NYS-certified literacy specialist. Through reading and discussion of

children’s books and word games, parents and children were taught approaches to making reading valuable

and fun. Each week, families chose a new book to take

home and make their own.

The program benefited from help from members of The

Rotary Club of Bronxville, Westhab staff, personnel

from Yonkers Partners in Education (“Y-PIE”), and

three graduates of RCB’s Leadership Empowerment

Action Program (LEAP).

A critical element was the support of students and

faculty from Sarah Lawrence College. Kim Ferguson,

professor of psycholo-

gy, incorporated field

training into an intensive seminar for her senior students. They, with the help

of the Sarah Lawrence Early Childhood Center, developed and implemented

the play program for younger siblings of the families.

In addition, several students participated in each session, sought opinions

on the program from the families, and did the final assessment, which

concluded that field training had met its goals of providing an environment

in which children could enjoy reading and giving parents the ability to

engage in literacy activities with their children.

If you would like to assist with future childhood literacy program activities,

please contact Doris Benson at 914-961-6554, or dwbenson1@verizon.net.

Fundraiser for Literacy Initiatives

RCB and The Rotary Club of Bronxville are hosting

a dinner and auction at Siwanoy Country Club on

Saturday, May 9 to benefit Westhab’s new Day-

spring Community Center. Westhab is attempting to

purchase and renovate Good Shepherd Presbyterian

Church in Nodine Hill, which will become the new

center, offering literacy and other programs to the

community. For more info, contact Doris Benson ,

dwbenson@verizon.net or 914-961-6554.

Winter Clothing Closet Sale

Saturday, February 7

9:00am-2:00pm

Congregational Hall

Find Westchester’s biggest bargains of gently used

clothing, books, tableware and much more—and

support RCB’s outreach programs while you shop.

Want to volunteer? Organizers and sales help are

welcome the Thursday before the sale and day-of.

Contact Lee Corbett, lee@reformedchurch.org

Coming Home Prison Ministry Resumes 18-week training program, held Wednesday

evenings, begins February 4

Once again, RCB is hosting the 18-week Coming

Home program, which helps formerly incarcerated

persons—this time, women only—transition back to

their communities. Each evening begins with a com-

munity meal from 6:00pm-6:30pm, to which all are

invited, followed by closed workshops for program

participants. Relationships and community are key to

the success of the program, so if you would like to

cook, provide or attend a meal on any Wednesday

night, please e-mail Francesca@reformedchurch.org.

Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church: future home of Westhab’s Dayspring Community Center.

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G I V I N G 3 6 5

Stewardship Envelopes

If you have requested offering envelopes, they are in the Edwards Room available for pick-up.

Please Contribute to the Deacons’ Fund Since it was started in 1945, The Deacons’ Fund has helped countless members of our congregation and other

individuals in need with meals, transportation, and emergency care. Please consider making a gift to replenish

this invaluable resource. While donations are particularly encouraged on communion Sundays (the first

Sunday of each month), you may give at any time using the yellow envelopes in the pew racks. Please indicate

“Deacons’ Fund” in the memo of your check. Thank you.

From the Mission Council:

Thank You for a Great Christmas!

The Mission Council thanks everyone for making the holiday season

brighter for so many.

Through your generosity,

we collected hundreds of

gifts for families in need

in Nodine Hill and the

greater Yonkers area. A

hearty thanks also to the

Yonkers Saturday Play-

group volunteers, and to

all who made the Angel

Tree Party on December

17 so special. Again,

thank you!

Get a Tax Deduction Now for a Gift of Your Vacation Home

While Continuing to Use it For the Rest of Your Life

Wouldn’t it be nice to use your vacation home to ski, hike or bask in the sun and save taxes? You can donate

your vacation home to the church now, reserving the right to use your home for the rest of your life. And you

will get an immediate income tax deduction for your gift.

This gift arrangement provides you with the largest income tax deduction when interest rates used for calcula-

tion purposes are low. Take advantage of this opportunity before the Fed raises interest rates.

Example: A church member, age 78, owns a vacation home worth $400,000. She donates the home to the

church, reserving the right to use it for the rest of her life. She gets an immediate income tax deduction of

$301,538 for this gift.

A gift of your vacation home can be a “home run” for you from a tax standpoint. And proceeds from the

church’s sale of your home after your lifetime will help to sustain our glorious house of worship for years to

come. You would continue to be responsible for paying property taxes, maintenance and insurance costs for

the rest of your life.

This gift arrangement can also be created with a primary residence or farm.

For further information, please contact Planned Giving Committee Chair Suzanne Bloomer at 914-337-0142,

or Chief Operating Officer Alan Zanzano at 914-337-6776, ext. 117.

Fall Mission Film Night

Wrap-Up

From September to December,

RCB screened five documentaries

exploring such issues as systemic

poverty, race, class, violence, and

incarceration. Each evening

sparked constructive dialogue

and discussions between church

members, friends, and graduates

of RCB’s Coming Home and

LEAP programs.

We look forward to hosting more

events to discern how we as indi-

viduals, and as a church, can

follow Christ in mission. Christmas cheer at the Angel Tree Party.

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L E A R N I N G , C A R I N G , G R O W I N G

Sunday Morning Adult Education

9:15am-10:15am, Calvin Room

February 1 & 8: “Called to Be an

Apostle: The Life and Thought of

Paul.” The Reverend Samuel Clover

presents the second and third parts of a

three-part series (concluding February

8) that presents Paul within the context

of the first-century Roman Empire, while exploring

main themes of his theology.

February 22: “Abrahamic Blessing”

Sondra Luger discusses how the Abra-

hamic Blessing has fared over time;

what it is and how we can access it.

No Adult Education on February 15.

Friday Lectio Divina Fridays, 10:30am-Noon, Copenhaver Room

This month’s facilitators are:

February 6, Alexis Mastromarino

February 13, Cari Pattison

February 20, Sam Clover

February 27, Alexis Mastromarino

Corner for Caring Judi McCandless, Volunteer and New

Member Coordinator.

jmccandless@reformedchurch.org

I recently participated in one of the most meaningful

volunteer experiences I’ve had since joining our church

more than 20 years ago. But I have had trouble explain-

ing to friends and church staff exactly why it was so

profound to me. So let me try.

I have long remembered a sermon delivered a few

years ago at our church by Julio Medina, a formerly

incarcerated man who founded Exodus Transitional

Community, which helps former inmates adapt to life

on the outside. He said, “Imagine if you were only

known by your own worst act.” It helped me think about

what a barrier to success that must be, even if someone

has served their time and is rehabilitated.

Over the years, I’ve appreciated our church’s

“Coming Home” program, which aligns recently re-

leased inmates with mentors from our church, to help

them transition to life after prison. A few months ago, I

responded to a notice from Dawn Ravella about a ser-

vice opportunity for monthly visits to Sing Sing Correc-

tional Facility, a collaboration with Brick Presbyterian

Church to visit inmates who are enrolled in coursework

offered through New York Theological Seminary. After

my first discussion group there in early December, I

realized I was going to get more out of this experience

than I could ever offer. I was hoping there would be

open and honest discussions in a group setting (about 15

inmates and 5 volunteers), but it was so much more.

From the men in the room I witnessed thoughtful lis-

tening, mutual respect, appreciation for the volunteers, a

desire to educate themselves and help others learn from

their mistakes, and their hope that they could make the

world a better place—whatever their circumstance

might be. It was a place for deep sharing involving heal-

ing, change, and forgiveness, often woven into the

fabric of discussions on current events such as the

Ferguson/Eric Garner events, religious radicalism and

resulting violence as witnessed in Paris.

I’ve only been there twice, but each time I’ve left

with a profound sense of connection. I am reminded of

Jesus’ words about those who care for hungry, sick,

poor, and imprisoned from Matthew 25:40: “Truly I say

to you, to the extent that you did it to one of these broth-

ers of Mine, even the least of them, you did it to Me.”

Library Corner: Books About Bronxville

As a follow-up to the recent year-long celebration of

the 350th anniversary of the founding of the town of

Eastchester, a display of books about Bronxville and

the surrounding area is being held in the Memorial

Library through February 28.

The centerpiece is Out of the Wilderness: The Emer-

gence of Eastchester, Tuckahoe & Bronxville, NY

1664-2014. According to the cover, “This extraordi-

nary book of local history traces the story of

Eastchester and its two wholly included villages,

Tuckahoe and Bronxville, from the original settlement

on the site of Anne Hutchinson’s massacre two dec-

ades earlier through its transformation into the densely

populated residential suburb of today.”

Fifteen authors ̶ including teachers, lawyers, a

professional genealogist, and a retired policeman ̶

volunteered to research and write the book, overseen

by two local municipal historians, Eloise Morgan,

Bronxville Village Historian, and Richard Forliano,

Eastchester Town Historian.

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BOOK OF LIFE Baptism: Penelope Mae Peterson, daughter of

Jessica and Matthew Peterson, on January 25.

In Memoriam: Alfred Clapp, Jr., a long-time

member, died on December 28.

THE REFORMED CHURCH STAFF LISTING

Senior Minister: The Rev. Dr. Kenneth Ruge, #131,

kruge@reformedchurch.org

Associate Minister: The Rev. Cari Pattison, #115,

cari@reformedchurch.org

Youth and Family Minister: The Rev. Jonah Smith-

Bartlett, #124, jsmith-bartlett@reformedchurch.org

Assistant Minister and Communications Director:

The Rev. Samuel Clover, #134,

sclover@reformedchurch.org

Minister of Music: Dr. Sándor Szabó, #126,

sszabo@reformedchurch.org

Director of Children’s Choirs: Laura Green, #127,

lgreen@reformedchurch.org

Handbell Director: Lee J. Corbett, #128,

lee@reformedchurch.org

Mission Director: Dr. Dawn Ravella, #114,

dawn@reformedchurch.org

Director of Christian Education: Alexis Mastromarino,

#118, alexis@reformedchurch.org

Member Management and Communications

Coordinator: Rebecca Steward Lapins

rlapins@reformedchurch.org

Volunteer and New Member Coordinator:

Judi McCandless

jmccandless@reformedchurch.org

Chief Operating Officer: Alan Zanzano,

#117, azanzano@reformedchurch.org

Director of Nursery School: Margaret M. Murtagh,

914-337-6332, margaret@reformedchurch.org

Office Manager: Teresa Flocco #123,

teresa@reformedchurch.org

Minister of Sacred Music Emeritus: Rodney D. Schuller

THE REFORMED CHURCH OF BRONXVILLE

180 Pondfield Road, Bronxville, NY 10708

914-337-6776, www. reformedchurch.org

The Reformed Church Nursery School

914-337-6332

The Counseling Center 914-793-3388

The Adult School 914-793-4435

L A S T W O R D S

COUNCIL CHAIRS

Administration: Brian Buttigieg

Congregational Life: Claudine Bazinet

Education: Spencer Pingel

Mission: Joseph French

Pastoral & Congregational Care: Cindy Tether

Worship: David Ruby

Youth and Family: Terry Mullen

We Are Pleased to Welcome Rebecca

Stewart Lapins and Judi McCandless to

the Church Staff

Rebecca (left) will serve as Member Management

and Communications Coordinator. Judi (right) has

been appointed Volunteer and New Member Coordi-

nator. For more information, see their bios on the

RCB website.

Food for Thought Book Club

Thursday, February 26, 7:00pm. The book choice is

The Empathy Exams by Leslie Jamison. Discussion

takes place at The Tap House, 16 Depot Square,

Tuckahoe. All are welcome! RSVP to Mary Hoch,

mchoch87@aol.com.

Wednesday Evening Women's Bible Study

8:00pm-9:30pm, Copenhaver Room.

Facilitator Liz Keveney leads evening classes of the

same curriculum as the morning Bible Study, Jen

Hatmaker’s “Interrupted: An Adventure in Relearn-

ing the Essentials of Faith,” a study that explores the

fallacies of “consumer-driven Christianity.” Con-

tinues February 4, 11 & 25, and March 4. (No meet-

ing February 18.) RSVP to ekeveney@yahoo.com.

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All events listed are subject to change.

F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 5 C H U R C H C A L E N D A R

Communion weekly at 8:30am and the first Sunday of each month at 10:30am & 5:00pm.

*= every Sunday

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 Communion by Trays

*8:30 AM Early Service

9:15 AM Adult Education

*10:15 AM Consistory Prayers

*10:15 AM Child Care

*10:30 AM Worship Service

10:30 AM Church School

*11:30 AM Coffee Hour

11:30 AM Souper Bowl of Caring

11:30 AM High School Youth Group

*11:45 AM Chess Club

*11:45 AM Kirk Ringers

*1:00 PM Whitechapel Ringers

3:00 PM Confirmation Class

4:00 PM “The Well” Bible

Discussion

*5:00 PM The Gathering

2

9:00 AM

Yoga

6:30 PM

Investment

Committee

Mtg.

7:30 PM

Youth &

Family

Council Mtg.

3

10:30 AM

Service of Prayer

& Renewal

11:00 AM Staff

Mtg.

7:00 PM Consis-

tory Fellowship

7:30 PM

Consistory Mtg.

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8:30 AM Concert Ringers 9:00 AM Women’s Bible Study 11:15 AM RCNS Teacher Luncheons 2:20 PM Cathedral Choir 5:00PM Chapel Choir

6:00 PM Middle School Youth Group 6:00 PM Coming Home Prison Ministry 6:15 PM Kirksingers 8:00 PM Evening Women’s Bible Study

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9:30 AM RCNS Chapel

11:40 AM Calvin

Ringers

12:30 PM RCNS Chapel

3:00 PM Carol Choir

7:30 PM Chancel Choir

7:30 PM Post Worship

Prayer Committee

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9:00 AM Yoga

10:30 AM

Lectio Divina

Bible Study

3:00 PM Con-

firmands’

Retreat

Begins

6:00 PM Girls’

Friday

7

7:30 AM Sat-

urday Men's

Breakfast

Group

8:30 AM CS

Teacher Mini

Retreat

9:00 AM

Clothing

Closet Sale

10:30 AM

Westhab

Playgroup

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*Regular Sunday Events (see 2/1)

9:15 AM CS Teachers Breakfast

10:30 AM Church School

11:30 AM 4th Grade Bake Sale

11:45 AM Kirk Ringers

1:00 PM Whitechapel Ringers

4:00 PM “The Well” Bible

Discussion

4:30 PM High School Youth Group

5:00 PM The Gathering

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9:00 AM Yoga

7:30 PM

Children’s

Ministries

Mtg.

10 10:30 AM Morning Prayers 11:00 AM Staff Meeting

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8:30 AM Concert Ringers 9:00 AM Women’s Bible Study 2:20 PM Cathedral Choir 5:00PM Chapel Choir

6:00 PM Middle School Youth Group 6:00 PM Coming Home Prison Ministry 6:15 PM Kirksingers 7:00 PM Kirk Ringers

8:00 PM Evening Women’s Bible Study

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9:30 AM RCNS Chapel

10:00 AM Matin Ringers

11:40 AM Calvin

Ringers

12:30 PM RCNS Chapel

3:00 PM Carol Choir

6:30 PM Vesper

Ringers

7:30 PM Chancel Choir

13

9:00 AM Yoga

10:30 AM

Lectio Divina

Bible Study

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15

*Reg. Sunday Events (see 2/1)

9:15 AM No Adult Education

10:30 AM No Church School

4:00 PM “The Well” Bible

Discussion

5:00 PM The Gathering

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Presidents’

Day Holiday

Office Closed

17

10:30 AM

Morning Prayers

11:00 AM Staff

Meeting

18

8:30 AM Concert Ringers 2:20 PM Cathedral Choir 5:00PM Chapel Choir

6:00 PM Coming Home Prison Ministry 7:30 PM Ash Wednesday Service

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9:30 AM RCNS Chapel

10:00 AM Matin Ringers

12:30 PM RCNS Chapel

3:00 PM Carol Choir

3:00 PM Senior Tea

6:30 PM Vesper

Ringers

7:30 PM Chancel Choir

20

9:00 AM Yoga

10:30 AM

Lectio Divina

Bible Study

21

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*Reg. Sunday Events (see 2/1)

10:30 AM No Church School

10:40 AM Veggie Tale Sunday

3:00 PM Chamber Concert

4:00 PM “The Well” Bible

Discussion

5:00 PM The Gathering

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9:00 AM

Yoga

24

10:30 AM

Morning Prayers

11:00 AM Staff

Meeting

25

8:30 AM Concert Ringers 8:30 AM Soup Kitchen 9:00 AM Women’s Bible Study 11:15 AM RCNS Teacher Luncheons 1:30 PM Cherub Choir 2:20 PM Cathedral Choir 5:00PM Chapel Choir

6:00 PM Middle School Youth Group 6:00 PM Coming Home Prison Ministry 6:15 PM Kirksingers 7:00 PM Career Network 7:00 PM Kirk Ringers 8:00 PM Evening Women’s Bible Study

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9:30 AM RCNS Chapel

11:40 AM Calvin

Ringers

12:30 PM RCNS Chapel

3:00 PM Carol Choir

7:00 PM Book Club

7:30 PM Chancel Choir

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9:00 AM Yoga

10:30 AM

Lectio Divina

Bible Study

4:00 PM Mini

Mission Trip

6:30 PM

Family

Movie Night

28

9:00 AM Choir

Festival Dress

Rehearsal