Spinning News April 2026
Gratitude.
When I was a child, working with my dad, I remember complaining about how hard it all was. How we had to drive three hours each way, carry heavy ladders, and work in hot ceilings. I didn’t see the work as a blessing at the time. What he told me changed my perspective. He said, “We should thank God that we have this work to do. This is how we are able to pay our bills.” That is gratitude.
It is what we see in 1 Thessalonians 5:18 as Paul said, “give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” The verse does not say “for all circumstances,” but “in all circumstances.” That distinction teaches us how to relate to God and our circumstances. We don’t need to be happy about the challenges we face, but instead we should choose to put our focus on how God is at work in our lives.
It is the same movement we see exemplified in Habakkuk. He brought a question to God, “Why are things the way they are?” And when God responded, instead of questioning God, Habakkuk went on to praise God.
That is what gratitude is supposed to look like. Praising God in all our circumstances, even if things are not the way we would wish them to be.
When we find ourselves surrounded by problems and tempted to complain,
let us remember to go to the Lord with gratitude, trusting that He is at work in ways we may not yet see.
With love and gratitude for each of you,
Pastor Elliott Rinehart
Men’s Breakfast ~ Saturday, May 2 @ 8:30 am
YAC ~ Tuesday, May 5 @ 7:00 pm
Women’s Breakfast ~ Saturday, May 9 @ 9:00 am
Team Meetings ~ Tuesday, May 19 @ 6:00 pm
Church Council ~ Tuesday, May 19 @ 7:00 pm
Craft Night ~ Friday, May 29, @ 6:30 pm
YAC ~ Tuesday, May 5 @ 7:00 pm
Women’s Breakfast ~ Saturday, May 9 @ 9:00 am
Team Meetings ~ Tuesday, May 19 @ 6:00 pm
Church Council ~ Tuesday, May 19 @ 7:00 pm
Craft Night ~ Friday, May 29, @ 6:30 pm
Here at SRBC, we collect a Fellowship Offering on the 3rd Sunday of every month. This offering is used for emergency needs and financial assistance for those in need. This has been a great ministry of our church through the years, and we just want to remind you that we are continuing to collect this offering. We will focus on the offering on the 3rd Sunday,
but you may give at any time.
With the weather beginning to change and days & nights becoming warmer and longer. To ensure the safety of our children, please slow down and pay special attention when entering, moving about, and exiting our parking lot. Sunday & Wednesdays in particular, there are many children and youth moving about in the parking lot, and we want to make sure that we are driving with caution at all times. Thank you for being cautious in making sure all are safe.
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As Awana closes out for the summer, beginning Wednesday, May 20th, Wednesdays will continue with programming for kids in pre-K – 6th grade and Youth in 7th–12th Grade, offering fun lessons, games, and more. CKK & Wednesday Youth group replaces Awana during the summer months. This summer, come out from 6:15 – 7:15 and continue learning, growing your faith, and having fun.
AWANA MINUTE
Dear SRBC Family,
What an incredible year of AWANA! It’s hard to believe the 2025–26 club year is almost over. April was full in the best way—watching clubbers finish sections, complete books, and grow in God’s Word has been such a joy. Seriously, seeing His love at work in their hearts each week never gets old
April 1 – Jokes & Riddles night, the kids brought their A-game, with plenty of
jokes & Riddles to tell!
April 15 – Rainy day theme, clubbers arrived dressed in their rain gear.
April 22 – Such a special night—our 6th graders took on an escape room and
made it out! Meanwhile, Trek & Journey had a blast at the skate rink.
with games, snacks, and lots of laughs while skating around the rink.
April 29 – Mix-up night and wow… those outfits were something else.
I’m so thankful for our leaders who show up every week and pour into these kids’ lives. You make a bigger impact than you know, and parents, thank you for bringing your kids and being part of this journey with us.
The last Awana store for this club year will open on May 6, where clubbers will unload and empty their bank accounts of hard-earned points and purchase cool items found on the store shelves. A Great BIG THANK YOU goes out to Kelli Bush, who takes care of our Awana store!
We will host our Awards/closing Ceremonies Wednesday, May 13, beginning at 6:05 pm in the Sanctuary, where all clubbers and leaders will be recognized for their accomplishments this club year. We would like to invite everyone to come celebrate with us as we close out this
club year.
We would like to say a Special THANK-YOU to all of our Directors, Leaders, Listeners, leaders in training, helpers, the kitchen staff for dinners and desserts, Fran, our Church secretary, and Chris, our janitor, for doing such a great and wonderful job in faithfully ministering to all of the kids of our Church and neighborhoods about the word of God. All of your participation, service, support, and dedication really does help make a difference in these kids’ lives.
A Great Big Thank-you also goes out to clubbers' parents, Grandparents, Caregivers, and all of you congregation members who continue to actively support our programs faithfully with your positive support and prayers! T H A N K – Y O U!!!
Both of us Co-Commanders really do appreciate all of you and your dedication!
Cool with Christ,
Tere Sharp
Co-Commander
Dear SRBC Family,
What an incredible year of AWANA! It’s hard to believe the 2025–26 club year is almost over. April was full in the best way—watching clubbers finish sections, complete books, and grow in God’s Word has been such a joy. Seriously, seeing His love at work in their hearts each week never gets old
April 1 – Jokes & Riddles night, the kids brought their A-game, with plenty of
jokes & Riddles to tell!
April 15 – Rainy day theme, clubbers arrived dressed in their rain gear.
April 22 – Such a special night—our 6th graders took on an escape room and
made it out! Meanwhile, Trek & Journey had a blast at the skate rink.
with games, snacks, and lots of laughs while skating around the rink.
April 29 – Mix-up night and wow… those outfits were something else.
I’m so thankful for our leaders who show up every week and pour into these kids’ lives. You make a bigger impact than you know, and parents, thank you for bringing your kids and being part of this journey with us.
The last Awana store for this club year will open on May 6, where clubbers will unload and empty their bank accounts of hard-earned points and purchase cool items found on the store shelves. A Great BIG THANK YOU goes out to Kelli Bush, who takes care of our Awana store!
We will host our Awards/closing Ceremonies Wednesday, May 13, beginning at 6:05 pm in the Sanctuary, where all clubbers and leaders will be recognized for their accomplishments this club year. We would like to invite everyone to come celebrate with us as we close out this
club year.
We would like to say a Special THANK-YOU to all of our Directors, Leaders, Listeners, leaders in training, helpers, the kitchen staff for dinners and desserts, Fran, our Church secretary, and Chris, our janitor, for doing such a great and wonderful job in faithfully ministering to all of the kids of our Church and neighborhoods about the word of God. All of your participation, service, support, and dedication really does help make a difference in these kids’ lives.
A Great Big Thank-you also goes out to clubbers' parents, Grandparents, Caregivers, and all of you congregation members who continue to actively support our programs faithfully with your positive support and prayers! T H A N K – Y O U!!!
Both of us Co-Commanders really do appreciate all of you and your dedication!
Cool with Christ,
Tere Sharp
Co-Commander
In Observance of Memorial Day
There will be no evening services
Sunday, May 24, 2026
The Church Offices Will be Closed
Monday, May 25, 2026
Saturday, May 30
1:00 ~3:00 pm
Please come out and
support our youth.
1:00 ~3:00 pm
Please come out and
support our youth.
Mother’s Day
Sunday, May 10, 2026
No Evening Services
Dear Spinning Road Family,
Thank you for your faithful prayers for me and for the growing Wapishana church in Guyana. And thank you for your financial support for so many years.
I'm thankful that Bud Koogler helps me stay connected to my Spinning Road family through the weekly bulletins and the Spinning News. Although there aren't many members who knew me as a young person, there are many who have faithfully prayed for me, and for our Wapishana brothers and sisters, for ten, twenty, thirty and even forty years and more. And Spinning Road was the first church that began sending financial support while I was at Wycliffe's Jungle Training Camp in Mexico in the early 70s and then in Guyana with Wapishana speakers.
There is a growing hunger for Scriptures in the Wapishana language, with people of all ages buying a copy of the New Testament in Wapishana and listening to the audio version. Please continue to pray for the Old Testament translators that they will persevere until the entire Bible is in the Wapishana language. I send a portion of your gifts to Guyana to help with the Old Testament translation.
Let me know if any of you get to the Charlotte, NC area. I'm living and volunteering at Wycliffe's JAARS center just south of Charlotte. I'd love to show you what God is doing through JAARS to provide transportation to reach the most isolated groups of people around the world with the Gospel.
In Christ's great fellowship, Bev Dawson
Thank you for your faithful prayers for me and for the growing Wapishana church in Guyana. And thank you for your financial support for so many years.
I'm thankful that Bud Koogler helps me stay connected to my Spinning Road family through the weekly bulletins and the Spinning News. Although there aren't many members who knew me as a young person, there are many who have faithfully prayed for me, and for our Wapishana brothers and sisters, for ten, twenty, thirty and even forty years and more. And Spinning Road was the first church that began sending financial support while I was at Wycliffe's Jungle Training Camp in Mexico in the early 70s and then in Guyana with Wapishana speakers.
There is a growing hunger for Scriptures in the Wapishana language, with people of all ages buying a copy of the New Testament in Wapishana and listening to the audio version. Please continue to pray for the Old Testament translators that they will persevere until the entire Bible is in the Wapishana language. I send a portion of your gifts to Guyana to help with the Old Testament translation.
Let me know if any of you get to the Charlotte, NC area. I'm living and volunteering at Wycliffe's JAARS center just south of Charlotte. I'd love to show you what God is doing through JAARS to provide transportation to reach the most isolated groups of people around the world with the Gospel.
In Christ's great fellowship, Bev Dawson
VBS 2026- ILLUMINATION STATION
Shining a Light on Who Jesus Really Is
Kids hear a lot about Jesus, but many are still unsure who He really is. Is He just a good teacher, a historical figure, or something more? Illumination Station VBS invites kids into 6 days of discovery that brings clarity, confidence, and truth to that question.
Throughout the week, kids will explore how light brightens, reflects, and reveals. Through hands-on activities, worship, Bible teaching, and meaningful conversations, they will hear Jesus’ own words and be challenged to answer His question: “Who do you say that I am?” Along the way, they will see that Jesus is not only real and present, but the Light who brings hope to a dark world.
Every day will be an adventure at Illumination Station VBS! Make plans now to be part of a great VBS week this summer, July 12-17. Join us for six nights of adventure, fun, worship, Bible study, crafts, games, music, missions, friends, and more! The best part is that the entire 6 days are designed especially for kids ages 3 (prior to June 1, 2026) through 6th grade (completed in spring 2026)!
Mark your calendars today, and registration will begin June 1, 2026.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to be a part of something special.
See you there!
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