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October 1, 2011 • Volume 36, Number 10

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Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church Kicking off Stewardship Season: Give a Little More Bill McCartney, of Promise Keepers and former head football coach at the University of Colorado, wanted to defeat arch rival Nebraska very badly. Colorado had not beaten Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska, for 23 years. Bill had seen the study related to people thinking about themselves 86% of the time and wanted to get his team members to think about someone other than themselves. So he hatched a plan to hand out 60 game balls, one to each member of the team. He explained that the final score would be written on these footballs and sent to the person each player dedicated his performance to in the Nebraska game. He asked the team to let the person know that they would be playing with all of their heart for them, and to watch the game. Needless to say, the dedication and heartfelt connection to a special person lifted the Colorado team to victory.

As always, we are again asking you to pray about and submit your annual pledge to our 2012 annual budget. Along with your pledge, we ask that you consider whether you might give a little more to increase your personal sense of investment in the game. Just as those players each dedicated a personal game ball to a loved one, maybe you could dedicate a little more in honor of a loved one. With your give a little more component, our congregation can do a lot more for the Kingdom of God.

Mark Up Isaiah

25th Annual Preschool Craft Fair

Tuesdays, Oct. 18 – Nov. 8 4:00 p.m., Resale Shops and 7:00 p.m., Chapel. A four-week study. Join Pastor Bruce for the last in his Mark Up Lecture series: Isaiah. Lectures will be recorded and available online and on CD. www.rbcpc.org/mark-up-Isaiah.

Fri., Oct. 21, 9 - 4 p.m. and Sat., Oct. 22, 9 - 1 p.m. A two day craft fair with 60+ local artisans selling children’s items, unique home décor, holiday décor, jewelry, clothes and other beautiful crafts.This fun-filled event includes a bake sale, opportunity drawing, and lunch service each day.

Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians

Saturday Schedule: Pancake Breakfast: 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Costume Parade: 9:45 a.m. Kids Carnival: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:15 p.m., Chapel. Join us as we study, discuss and reflect on the faith and theology that Paul shares in the book of Ephesians. Each evening will include a lecture followed by small group discussions. Weekly Schedule: 10/5 Ephesians 4 ~ Jim Marian 10/12 Ephesians 5 ~ Ryan Ross 10/19 Ephesians 6 ~ Neal Nybo

Saturdads Sat., Oct. 1, 9-11 a.m., Preschool Playground. Dad’s bring your kids for playtime.There will be coffee, snacks, and time for play. Contact Ryan Ross, [email protected], (858) 583-4864.

17010 Pomerado Road



San Diego, CA

Please pledge as an act of faithfulness to support our annual budget. Please give a little more to honor that special person! George Colberg, Stewardship Chairman RBCPC ‘11

The funds raised at the Craft Fair are used to upgrade and maintain the preschool’s playground and provide additional support to our classrooms. www.rbcpcpreschool.org/craft-fair.

Fall Family Festival Sat., Oct. 29, 9 - 11 a.m. Wear your costumes and come enjoy games, crafts, jumps, and fall photos. www.rbcpc.org/fall-family-festival.

Resale Shop has Halloween Costumes We have an enormous collection of new costumes from $5 - $25. Contact Gayle Marrett, (858) 486-5023. www.rbcpc.org/resale-shops. 92128



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Casa Covenant Group

Windjammers

1st Thursday of the month, 11:00 a.m. A new group has formed at Casa de las Campanas – newcomers are welcome – bring a friend! We are an open group - you do not need to be a Casa resident or RBCPC member. We meet once a month in MP4 for fellowship, prayer and Bible study. At our next meeting on Oct. 6th, Pastor Mofid Wasef will continue a discussion on Romans. Contact Donna Prather, , (858) 592-7679.

Fri., Oct. 14, 6:30 p.m., Fellowship Center, Cost $7.50 /person. Our guest, Beverly Lambert, will host a video chat with Jung-Ho Pak about the outreach work of Orchestra Nova. Advanced reservations requested. Sign up on the Courtyard. Contact Polly Purcifull, (858) 487- 9002.

Wisdom For The Journey Sundays, beginning Oct. 9, 10 – 11 a.m., Room 254 and Wednesdays, beginning Oct. 12, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m., Room 222. Study focus: Unlocking the Secrets of the Parables. Join us as we explore the rich meaning of the parables of Jesus, a source of guidance for Christian living today. Instructor: Dr. Bob Lauer.

Women’s Christian Book Club

Savvy Travelers Upcoming Trips We have three exciting trips coming up. On Oct. 14 will be the USMC recruit graduation parade in San Diego and lunch in Old Town. Nov. 2 will be a trip to Elvis Presley’s Palm Springs home. Dec. 15 will be a trip to Newport Beach to visit Roger’s Gardens and sail on a boat in the Parade of Lights on Newport Bay. Sign up on the Courtyard or contact, (858) 487-0811, ext. 300. www.rbcpc.org/savvy-travelers.

RBCPC Bowlers

Tuesday, Oct. 18, 7 - 8:30 p.m., Room 181. Join us for C.S. Lewis’ Prince Caspian. Contact Ellen Norton, [email protected], (858) 883-2460.

Season begins Monday, Nov. 21, 7 p.m., Eagle Lanes, San Marcos. Teams now forming: women and men, any average, mixed handicap league. Contact Ron Hubbard, (760) 803-2169, [email protected].

Serendipity Women’s Bible Study

Thursday Morning Men’s Fellowship

Tuesdays, 9:30 - 11 a.m., Room 231. Join us for a study of the joyful, encouraging book of Philippians. Flyers are in the Welcome Center. Contact Linda Allen, (858) 487-1667, [email protected].

Thursdays, November 17, 6 - 7:30 a.m., Fellowship Center. Join us for a video discussion series based on Wild at Heart by John Eldredge. www.rbcpc.org/mens-ministry.

Celebration Bible Study Every otherThurs., 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Room 235. A Women’s Study: Set Apart, by Jennifer Kennedy Dean. Contact Cary Boyll, (858) 774-0738, [email protected].

Library Corner The library has many new books on the shelves. Come see what we have to offer. We are open after services on Sunday. Volunteers will be there to assist you. For a complete list of new books, www.rbcpc.org/library.

Prime Time Thursdays through Nov. 17, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Fellowship Center, cost $7/person. Vibrant, energetic entertainment with unique cuisine experiences. Sign-up sheet on the Courtyard each Sunday or contact the Welcome Center, (858) 487-0811.

Reformation Overview Wednesday, October 26, 7:00 – 8:15 p.m., Chapel Pastor Neal Nybo will lead a brief overview of key events in the Reformation that changed the church forever. We will also address the question: are similar changes facing the church today?

Taste Of Germany and Austria Tour June 16-26, 2012. We will visit a Chocolate Factory, Reformation and Sound of Music sites, Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest and enjoy a Rhine River Cruise. Contact Pastor Neal, [email protected]. ww.rbcpc.org/a-taste-of-germany-and-austria.

Grief Recovery Support Group 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month, 4 - 5:30 p.m., Room 181. We will be extending our meetings to view and discuss GriefShare material.These meetings are open to all who are grieving a loss. Contact Sally Welty, [email protected].

Parish Nurses

Heartstrings

Sundays 9:30 and 11 a.m. Courtyard. Breast and prostate cancer are the most commonly diagnosed forms of cancer. Information about cancer and the importance of cancer screening is available. Blood pressure screening.

First Saturday of the Month, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., Room 220. Fun and fellowship knitting and crocheting for a cause. All skills welcome. Contact Cyndi Nolan, cnolan428@yahoo. com. www.rbcpc.org/heartstrings.

No Flu Shot Clinic at RBCPC The best way to reduce your risk of developing the flu is to get the flu vaccine. Flu shots are readily available throughout the community.The Parish nurses have a listing of many flu shot locations. Contact the parish nurse if you need assistance, (858) 487-0811, ext. 272, [email protected].

Surviving the Holidays Sun., Nov. 20, 3 - 5 p.m., Fellowship Center. Holidays can be difficult for those grieving the loss of loved ones. Come and join others as support and practical information by experts is offered to those who are grieving. RSVP Sally Welty, (858) 485-1859. Barb Bennett, (858) 484-4974, [email protected].

Healing Prayer Service

Stephen Ministry Training Christ Caring for People through People. The gift of hope and healing is alive at RBCPC with confidential, one-to-one distinctively Christian care giving. Training to become a Stephen Minister begins in January. Applications online, www.rbcpc.org/stephen-ministry and in the Welcome Center. Contact Marte Reynolds, [email protected]. If you or someone you know are struggling, hurting, alone or about to go through a life transition Stephen Ministers are available to help. Contact Betty Guenthard, [email protected], (858) 451-1520.

Lasting Legacy Committee Under current tax law, this is the last year for the IRA Charity Rollover. Individuals over age 70 ½ can transfer a gift of up to $100,000 direct from their IRA, tax free. Consult your tax advisor, and then contact Mary Thibodeau, [email protected] for a sample letter to your IRA administrator.

Wednesday, October 19, 7 p.m., Sanctuary. Our Prayer Ministry invites you to a night of healing. Pastor Bruce and the prayer teams will be available for personal prayer. Invite family and friends who are in need of prayer for physical or emotional healing. Childcare available by reservation. Help Our Preschool Gardeners Contact Kathy Johnson, (858) 675-9557. Please,“eyes only” while playing on the preschool www.rbcpc.org/prayer. playground on Sundays. Let’s all watch to see what grows in our new barrels! (For your child’s safety, the barrels should Soaking In God’s Presence not be moved the wheels are for teachers to move the barrels Saturday, Oct. 8, 7:15 - 8:30 p.m., Room LL50. to sun or protected areas on weekends).Thank you for your Come set aside time to quiet yourself and become more aware help. of God’s presence. Scriptural theme: New Song. Childcare is Our Preschool was selected as recipient of a $1000 gardening available. Bring your own blanket and pillow, or use ours. grant from the San Diego Ag. in the Classroom Committee. Use the lower lot for parking. Contact Mary Jo Coffee, Several classes are in the process of planting these barrels with [email protected]. www.rbcpc.org/prayer. vegetables, the goal being to harvest produce in a few months and eat it for snack! We will also be planting milkweed in barrels at the far end of the playground (the “garden” area) to Tutors Needed For ESL Classes support the monarch butterfly life cycle. Mondays, 9:15 - 11:15 a.m., Room 221. Our Laubach Tutoring Center teaches English to non-English speaking adults. Our students are mainly interested in improving Confident Kids their oral communication skills as well as learning about our Thursdays, starting Oct. 13, 6 - 7:30 p.m. culture, use of idioms, and the local area.Training is available. A Christian-based program teaching life skills to families Contact Nancy Anderson, (858) 566-5127, with children Grades K-6. Contact Mady Cheng, [email protected]. (858) 663-7556. [email protected]. www.rbcpc.org/confident-kids.

Grow Your Marriage

The Well

Friday, October 28, 6 p.m., Fellowship Center. It is possible to have a marriage that is smooth and satisfying, but you have to know and use the access code that keeps the connection to your spouse alive and well. Join Bill and Pam Farrel, authors of the book, The Marriage Code. www.rbcpc.org/grow-your-marriage.

Thursday, Nov. 3, 6:30 p.m., Cost $20 includes dinner. Join Margie Blanchard for, Balancing an Increasingly Complex Life. www.rbcpc.org/the-well.

Wednesday Night Suppers Wednesday, Sept. 14, 5:30 - 6:45 p.m. Come join us for fun and fellowship for a buffet-style supper.Take advantage of a mid-week cooking break and enjoy delicious food and great fellowship. Cost $7.50 / adults, $5 /ages 6-16, $2 /ages 4-5, free /under age 3, $20 / family of 4. Menu available online, www.rbcpc.org/food-services.

Men’s Ministry Breakfast Sat., Nov. 12, 7:30 - 9:30 a.m., RB Radisson Montadura Room, 11520 W. Bernardo Ct. Cost: $10 /person. Coffee starts at 7 a.m. Cut off date Nov. 5 or first 90 people. RSVP by visiting, www.rbcpc.org/mens-ministry.

Operation Christmas Child November 5 – 20. Share the love of Christ and the Gospel message with children in need worldwide. Brochures with instructions on how to pack a gift-filled shoe box are available in the Welcome Center. Contact Cyndi Nolan, [email protected], (858) 484-4674. .

2011/2012 Concert Series Sunday, Nov. 6, 4:00 p.m., Sanctuary. Youth Philharmonic String Orchestra And Soloist Ensemble Artistic Director/Conductor Alyze Dreiling has collected . the most talented high school students in the county on the RBCPC campus to create this sparkling virtuosic ensemble. Recently awarded the American Prize, they are ready to show you how chamber music nurtures the soul. Come, be amazed! Free. Contact Amy Wazny, (858) 487-0811, ext. 288, [email protected].

Congregational Meeting October 29/30, following all worship services A congregational vote will be taken for approval of the following slate of candidates for the Class of 2014: Elder Bill Bokesch JaeChele Incognito Greg Kritzer Dick Kurtz Janet Tremblay Joanna Warren Ann Wilensky

Alternates Craig Murken Jonathan Zabrocki

Deacon Delores Campbell Irene Dunny Jean Espinoza Christina Henkel John Mager Lynne Middleton Mel Neville

Carin Pollack Chuck Schroeder Joyce Schroeder Karan Selezinka Karin Spitz Alternate: Jeanette Poole

2012 Nominating Committee Steve Isbister Barbara Riddle Pam King Ron Phillips George Colberg

Worship Services Vision Statement

Contemporary Worship Saturday, 6 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.

Jesus transforms us so that we can help change the world!

Worship Cafe Sunday, 8:30 a.m. Arabic Worship Sunday, 11 a.m.

Church Office Hours Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Traditional Blended Sunday, 8:30 & 11:30 a.m. The Lantern is published monthly and communicates the activities, stories and concerns of this church. Please submit all articles electronically by noon on the 20th of each month. Send to [email protected].