Pastor’s Paragraphs:
     The Upside-Down Christmas Tree. That’s what Hammacher Schlemmer, a retail company based in New York, is currently offering for sale.
     Standing at seven feet tall and prelit with over eight hundred commercial grade lights, this technological marvel can be yours for $599.95. But why would anyone want an upside-down Christmas tree? According to Hammacher Schlemmer’s website, “The inverted shape makes it easier to see ornaments, which hang away from the dense needles,” while “allowing more room for the accumulation of presents underneath.”
     While certain aspects of this arrangement do make some logical sense, especially for a large family Christmas, something about this whole idea just makes me sad. It reminds me of how
we have turned Christmas upside-down in so many other ways. So much of the season revolves around extravagant spending, ornate decorations, gift accumulation and festive consumptions.
     The event that spurs our celebration is found in the Biblical account of a humble couple with sparse material resources. The gift that was given was always pointing to a future act of extreme selfless sacrifice. The purpose of the activity surrounding the event is directed toward the spiritual lives of human beings,
in that God became one of us to show us the way to
 forgiveness and wholeness.
     While we enjoy all of the cultural aspects of Christmas, let us be sure that we turn it right-side up, by focusing not so much on the secular components as we do the spiritual ones. May Christ be the center of your Christmas, no matter which way your
tree is pointing!
                                                                  With Love,  Pastor Scott


MESSY CHURCH ~ December 10, 5:30 ~ 7 pm!
 
     A relaxed and informal church with a warm welcome for the whole family and friends with a mix of crafts, songs, games, food and plenty of opportunity to have and make a mess! It’s all free and there’s something for everyone – why not come along and join us!  *Note: If you are under 16, you will need to bring an adult with you.
     Our Messy Church meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 5:30 – 7 pm and is open to all ages and stages.
For questions call the church office at (937) 252-5311, or email us at messychurch@spinningroadbaptist.org.
  
 
 HOLIDAY FOOD BASKETS
   As the holidays approach we are in need of many things for our holiday baskets. We provide Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets to many on our community.  We appreciate all that you can help provide
for this ministry.
     These are items we are currently in need of:  ketchup, strawberry jelly, rice, tuna helper, frosting, cake mix, mac & cheese, syrup, toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, applesauce, creamed corn, mashed potatoes, canned meats, mixed vegetables, crackers, “Spaghettios”, ravioli, flour sugar, brown sugar, dressing, piecrusts, pumpkin pie filling and sweet peas. 
As always, thank you for your generosity
 
 
Choir Dress Rehearsal
Dress rehearsal, All participants Saturday December 14, 10:00 am ~ Noon with a light lunch following.
 
 
Awana Minute:
     Our AWANA year is cruising along at full speed! Praise God for this exciting weekly outreach ministry! In November we came, we gave lots of nonperishable foods, and we brought many shoeboxes for OCC.
     The 13th clubbers came dressed in Red, White, & Blue in honor of our Veterans who’ve so faithfully served our country and others to keep the freedoms that we enjoy daily!
     On the 20th, our TnT clubs assisted the Mission team in assembling 21 baskets for needy families, Whew, we were quite busy. Way to go SRBC clubbers, families and staff!
     We took a break from club on the 27th in observance of Thanksgiving. We hope that you had a safe and Happy Thanksgiving and didn’t eat too much.
     December 4, the 1st store opens, where clubbers can shop till, they drop and/or save their hard-earned points they’ve earned as a result of their hard work in club each week.
     We will wrap up this year’s club for the holidays, December 11th with parties, and our Christmas shop. Club will resume Wednesday January 8, 2020 at 6:05 pm.
Because kids matter to God!
Cool with Christ.
Tere Sharp
Co-Commander
 

 BRIDAL SHOWER
Meet Ana Lemire
(Stefan Warwick’s Bride-to-Be)
 
     You are invited to a bridal shower for Ana Lemire on December 18, 2019 at 6:30 pm in the fellowship hall.  Come enjoy a time of food, fun and getting to know Ana.  Here is the registry link with Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/wedding/ana-lemire-stefan-warwick-dayton-december-2019/registry/PVYOWOMSDBHK
 

 CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS PLAY
Join us Sunday December 8@ 7 pm, as our Children ages pre-k – 6th grades present a Christmas play entitled “God’s Angels”, followed by a cookie reception.
 
 
 December Eye on Missions
Retired Ministers & Missionaries Offering
 The long-standing tradition of RMMO established in 1977 supports ministers, missionaries and their widowed spouses who have devoted 15 years or more to ABCUSA.  This year’s theme, Honoring the Service of God’s Servants uplifts the generosity, grace and tireless work of retired ministers, missionaries and their widowed spouses and families who have dedicated their lives to serving the Body of Christ.  We hope you will join us in honoring God’s committed servants. 
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Christmas Eve Services
Bring your family and friends to our annual Christmas Eve service!  Remember the start time is 6:00 pm, come celebrate the good news of great joy with your Christian Family.
 

Song of Joy
     We as believers do not only anticipate the coming of the Savior at Christmas, but we have lived the reality of having received the Son of God into our hearts and living in relationship to Him daily, so at Christmas, we can’t help but sing songs of joy!
     But not everyone approaches the season with hope and rejoicing.  This year’s cantata reminds those who are hurting that Jesus came to search for them. There is no distance He won’t go to find them and offer love and hope, salvation and eternal life.
   Do you know someone who needs to hear songs of hope and joy this Christmas?  Invite them to come with you.
 

NEW YEAR'S EVE FAMILY PARTY
We’ll again be meeting on New Year’s Eve (8:00 PM, Tuesday, Dec 31) to unhang the greens, play some games, have a short time of reflection, and watch the ball drop in Times Square. Please bring table games, and snacks to share. Also, we will have our ever-popular White Elephant Gift Exchange again this year. Please bring as many gifts as you have members of your family attending, and maybe one or two extra to cover other people who want to take part but forget to bring something to exchange. Any type gift is OK, but gag gifts are the best.
 

 MITTEN TREE
This year we will not have an actual Mitten Tree up.  We are doing this outreach and we still need, hats, gloves and mitten’s just the same.  There are two baskets under the Connect table with Mitten Tree signs on them.  Please put the items in those baskets.  Please remember, these items are needed.  They will be given to the Dayton Christian Center and to the Mad River Local School System. Handmade or purchased items are all welcome.
 

YOUTH NEWS 
     After many years of service, Ken and Jessica Clark will be stepping down from their position as volunteer youth leaders at the end of this school year. We ask for your prayers in regard to finding new people to serve in this way. This would include leading youth group meetings on Sunday
     If God is putting it on your heart to consider serving Him in this way, or in sharing these responsibilities with others, please talk to Pastor Scott, or see one of the members of our Youth Advisory Council, which includes, Kelly Bush, Ron and Nancy Keister, Tere Sharp and Bud Koogler.
 

 HANGING OF THE GREENS
Come help us decorate our church building for Christmas on December 1, starting at 7:00 pm.
After we finishing decorating,we sing Christmas carols in the lighted sanctuary and then
enjoy some refreshments together downstairs.
 
 
WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT
     You are invited to the wedding of Stefan Warwick and Ana Lemire on Saturday, December 21, 2019
at 2 pm here at Spinning Road Baptist Church.  A reception will follow the ceremony. 
They are registered with Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/wedding/ana-lemire-stefan-warwick-dayton-december-2019/registry/PVYOWOMSDBHK
 
 
 BOOK OF THE MONTH
 Mary Slessor
by Janet and Geoff Benge.
 
Mary Slessor was born December 2, 1848 in Scotland.  She served the Lord in West Africa for 39 years.  She is known for rescuing twin babies who were left out in the bush because the local people believed that one of the twins was evil.  They did not know which one was evil so they left both babies to die.  Read about how this woman brought transformational change to a society.
    

CHRISTMAS CAROLING 
We will be Christmas caroling to the elderly and shut-ins.  Since there are no evening activities on Sunday, December 22, we will meet at the church at 6:00 pm and caravan to different places to bring the love and joy of Christmas to those who are unable to come to church, but are still so much a part of our church family. Bring scarves, hats & voices and come join us!
 
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S R V
Hey Youth & parents,
We’re hosting a Christmas party, Saturday, Dec. 14, 6 – 11 pm. Join us for fun, food, worship and a good game of underground Church. Bring a $5 White Elephant gift. Invite your friends, all are welcome! See Ken Clark for details.
Pizza will be provided!
 
 TUESDAY WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY        
     There will be no Bible Study on December 24 or 30.  Our study will resume on January 8 with
The ARMOR of GOD, by Priscilla Shirer.

Pastor’s Paragraphs:
     David Slagel writes: My twenty-one-month-old, who had just learned to say, “Daddy,” had been struggling with asthma and an ear infection for two weeks. He coughed and sneezed continually, and his nose ran like a faucet. Each night when I came home, he ran to meet me at the door, smiling, coughing, nose running, yelling, “Daddy! Daddy!”
     I was not repulsed by his runny nose or close-range sneezes in the least (he “slimed” every shirt I own!). I love him deeply and enjoy his love for me.
            It does remind me, though, that when I am sick with sin, God loves me deeply and desires that I run to him as a son, crying, “Abba, Father.”
            How wonderful it is to know that no matter what we may have done, no matter how much we have messed up our lives, no matter how many times we have fallen, that our heavenly Father waits with open arms to have us run to him and receive His loving care and forgiveness. As repulsive as our spiritual sickness must be to Him, in contrast to His holiness and perfection, He does not reject or repel us. Rather, He longs to have fellowship with us and to impart to us that purity and holiness which He makes available to us when we come to Him in sincerity and humility.
            Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.... Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will lift you up.” (James 4:8-10)
                                                            With love,  Pastor Scott



WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
 
VOLLEYBALL is at 7:00 pm at Stevenson Elementary.  
For more info, contact Dave Look @ 429-0719.

Y. A. M. Meets 6-8 p.m. in the SRBC Sunday School wing. This is for young adults after High School Graduation through 30 + years old. More info contact Jim Look @ 256-6456
or Mary Ann Stemley @ 253-3375
 
AWANA meets every Wednesday evening at 6:05 pm. We have activities for 3 year olds through High School, September through May. Come and join in the fun.
 
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY meets in the Seekers class room every Tuesday Morning at 9:30 am to delve into God’s Word and enjoy fellowship with other Christian women. (Sept – May)
 
S. R. V. (SOUL REVOLUTION) is for 7th grade through
High School.  They meet every Sunday evening at 6:30 pm in the youth room downstairs across from the kitchen.
 
DISCOVERY COMMUNITY GROUP    
This is for adults of all ages. Whether you have known Jesus for many years, or only a few months this could be a group for you.  We will be meeting twice a month on the second and fourth Thursday at 7 pm, at the home of Simon and Nancy Warwick.

MONTHLY ACTIVITIES
 
S.A.S. (SENIORS AT SERVICE) ~
1st Friday
Meet at 12:30 p.m. the first Friday of the month. The senior members of the church
and friends meet at different restaurants for a dine-out. The next one is
November 1 @ Frisch’s on N Fairfield.  For more info, contact Shirley Fall @ 254-2484.

WOMEN’S BREAKFAST 2nd Saturday Join us as Women’s breakfast for great food,
a devotional time and good Christian fellowship with other women of the church.  

TEAM AND CHURCH COUNCIL MEETINGS
Team meetings and Church Council meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month.
Team Meetings will start @ 7 pm and the Church Council 

MEN’S BREAKFAST ~ 1st Saturday
(October – June)
The men of the church meet the first Saturday of each month for a time in God’s word
and fellowship with other Christian men of the church.

 MESSY CHURCH  2nd Tuesday
   Messy Church is all about welcoming people of all ages to come and have fun together. No one is too young or too old to join in.  Expect a chance to be creative, exploring the theme of the day. Finally, everyone sits down to share and enjoy a meal.  It’s all free and there is something for everyone. For questions, call the church office at (937) 252-5311 or email us at messy.church@spinningroadbaptist.org. 

Holiday Food Baskets
     As the holidays approach we are in need of many things for our holiday baskets. We provide Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets to many on our community.  We appreciate all that you can help provide for this ministry.
     These are items we are currently in need of:  ketchup, strawberry jelly, rice, tuna helper, frosting, cake mix, mac & cheese, syrup, toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, applesauce, creamed corn, mashed potatoes, canned meats, mixed vegetables, crackers, “Spaghettios”, ravioli, flour sugar, brown sugar, dressing, piecrusts, pumpkin pie filling and sweet peas. 
As always, thank you for your generosity

Lottie Moon  By Janet and Geoff Benge
    
     In a twist that only God could orchestrate, a spirited young girl who grew up to become a very well educated woman in the American South would ultimately find her calling as a missionary to China. As Lottie watched her fellow missionaries fall to disease, exhaustion, mental breakdowns, and death, she became just as dedicated to educating Christians about the often-preventable tragedies of missionary life as she was to educating Chinese people about the Christian life.

​AWANA MINUTE
     Awana is for children age 2 – 12th grade. We meet Wednesday nights from 6:05 – 7:30 PM.
     Wow, November already, what happened to October, it seems to have almost flown by. Our clubs
are off to a roaring start, new friends, old friends and having fun learning more about Jesus our savior.
     We love our Puggles, they’re learning that Jesus loves them! A big THANK YOU to Miss Mallorie,
Miss Kelly and Miss Rethola our new Leader in training. Thank you for your dedication and Love
for the Puggles.
     October began with 6 of our leadership team refilling their tanks at the Awana Ministry conference in Kettering followed on the 12th by 18 TnT clubbers and 6 adult leaders who attended Junior Jam, an annual event held at Cedarville University for kid’s grades 3 – 6. We had fun and were amazed by speaker Matt Adams, a professional illusionist who challenged us to focus on Jesus and not be persuaded by our friends and others.
     On the 16th, we had a fire drill and practiced exiting the building quickly, quietly and safely, before returning to resume club. Rock on we did it in record time!
     On the 23rd clubbers and leaders arrived eager to sport the self-generated hairstyles in support of our theme “crazy hair night”, having fun while Bible learning complete with prizes and yes, some interesting hair.
     November will focus on giving, as clubbers fill shoeboxes for Operation Christmas child, and bring non-perishable foods to help re-stock our food pantry for the holidays.
     There will be NO club Wednesday November 27 for all to give thanks with their families. Club will resume December 4, where the 1st store will also open for clubbers to shop for the treasures the store shelves hold!
     Thank you to ALL volunteer listeners who are helping clubbers learn and hide Gods word in their hearts!
     We ask that you continue to partner with us by praying for everyone involved in club each week, and for future clubbers that will visit our club. Thank-you for your continued support in this ministry!
Because Kids matter to God!
Cool with Christ
Tere Sharp
Co-Commander


 EYE ON MISSIONS 
At Dayton Christian School,we boldly proclaim a Christian worldview in all that we do. We seek to prepare our students for life by providing strong, Christ-centered, Biblically-based academics, a full spectum of athletics, excellent fine arts, and a multitude of service opportunities. Along the way, our students are impacted daily by our “living curriculum” – our faculty and staff living out their own walk of faith before them. As a result, our students learn to seek God’s truth for their own lives. A DCS graduate is prepared for college or the career world and ready to impact their world in a God-honoring way. 
    
  
 
       SRBC's annual Children's Christmas Program is quickly approaching, and is scheduled for Sunday, December 8, at 7 pm! Please mark your calendars and join us!
     All children ages 3 thru 6th grade at SRBC are invited to be a part of the 2019 Christmas Program! We’re practicing each Sunday during the Children’s Church portion of the morning service. It is very important that your child be at as many practices as possible. It’s not too late to become a part of this program which will be performed Sunday Evening, December 8 at 7 pm, with refreshments to follow.
For questions please contact Marita Rogers or Tere Sharp.
 
 
 
     Our annual Harvest Dinner will be on Sunday, November 18, starting at 6:00 pm. Please bring your favorite Thanksgiving style dishes to share with your church family. Turkey and beverages will be provided. This will be a special time of devotions and sharing as a part of our Harvest Dinner.
 
                                      
 
                                           2019 WOMEN’S   RETREAT
                                                         November 1st-2nd
                                       Friday 6pm-9:30pm & Saturday 8am-5pm 
                     Bergamo Retreat Center, 4400 Shakertown Rd., Dayton Ohio 45430
     Grab a flyer at the Connection Center in the foyer.  Sign up to reserve your spot at the retreat on the clipboard at the onnection Center You may contact Colleen Goodman or Mary Ann Stemley for more information.   * You can come and go from home or stay overnight
 

Dayton Area Baptist Association Annual Fall Gathering
      On Sunday evening, 5:00 PM, November 3, 2019, the Dayton Area Baptist Association (DABA) will have its Annual Fall Gathering at New Season Ministry, 5711 Shull Road, Huber Heights, OH (Phone: 937-236-5710).  We will have dinner a 5:00 PM and an inspirational service at 6:00 PM. We should be finished by about 7:00 PM, and if you can’t make the whole event, make what you can. Our speaker will be Rev. Pamela Wantz of Linden Avenue Baptist Church.
     The dinner will be potluck, with various churches providing the different courses. This year, Spinning Road will provide the rolls, so please contact Dave Look or Penny Taylor if you are willing to contribute. Finally, please sign up on the sheet in the foyer so we can get an idea of how many will be attending.
 
 Veteran's Luncheon
We will once again be having a dinner to honor our veterans. November 3, after the morning service, all veterans AND active duty military and their families, are invited to stay for an appreciation dinner.
 

MESSY CHURCH
November 12, 2019, 5:30-7 pm!
     A relaxed and informal church with a warm welcome for the whole family and friends with a mix of crafts, songs, games, food and plenty of opportunity to have and make a mess!  It’s all free and there’s something for everyone – why not come along and join us!  *Note: If you are under 16, you will need to bring an adult with you.
     Our Messy Church meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 5:30 – 7 pm and is open to all ages and stages.  
For questions call the church office at (937) 252-5311,
or email us at messychurch@spinningroadbaptist.org.
  
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WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
 
VOLLEYBALL is at 7:00 pm at Stevenson Elementary.  For more info, contact Dave Look @ 429-0719.

Y. A. M. Meets 6-8 p.m. in the SRBC Sunday School wing. This is for young adults after High School Graduation through 30 + years old. More info contact Jim Look
@ 256-6456 or Mary Ann Stemley @ 253-3375

AWANA meets every Wednesday evening at 6:05 pm. We have activities for 3 year olds through High School, September through May. Come and join in the fun.
 
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY meets in the Seekers class room every Tuesday Morning at 9:30 am to delve into God’s Word and enjoy fellowship with other Christian women. (Sept – May)
 
S. R. V. (SOUL REVOLUTION) is for 7th grade through
High School.  They meet every Sunday evening at 6:30 pm in the youth room downstairs across from the kitchen.
 
DISCOVERY COMMUNITY                                                    GROUP    
This is for adults of all ages. Whether you have known Jesus for many years, or only a few months this could be a group for you.  We will be meeting twice a month on the second and fourth Thursday at 7pm, at the home of Simon and Nancy Warwick.


MONTHLY ACTIVITIES
S.A.S. (SENIORS AT SERVICE) ~ 1st Friday
Meet at 12:30 p.m. the first Friday of the month. The senior members of the church and friends meet at different restaurants for a dine-out. The next one is October 4 at Longhorn in Beavercreek.  For more info, contact Shirley Fall @ 254-2484.
 
WOMEN’S BREAKFAST 2nd Saturday Join us as Women’s breakfast for great food, a devotional time and good Christian fellowship with other ladies of the church.  

TEAM AND CHURCH COUNCIL MEETINGS
Team meetings and Church Council meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month.
Team Meetings will start @ 7 pm and the Church Council Meeting @ 8 pm.
 
MEN’S BREAKFAST ~ 1st Saturday (October – June)
The men of the church meet the first Saturday of each month for a time in God’s word and fellowship with other Christian men of the church.

MESSY CHURCH ~ 2nd Tuesday
Join us October 8 @ 5:30 pm for Messy Church ~ a relaxed and informal church!
   Messy Church is all about welcoming people of all ages to come and have fun together.
No one is too young or too old to join in.  Expect a chance to be creative, exploring the theme of the day. Finally, everyone sits down to share and enjoy a meal.  It’s all free and there is something for everyone. For questions, call the church office at (937) 252-5311 or email us at messy.church@spinningroadbaptist.org.
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MESSY CHURCH    Tuesday, October 8
     A relaxed and informal church with a warm welcome for the whole family and friends with a mix of crafts, songs, games, food and plenty of opportunity to have and make a mess! It’s all free and there’s something for everyone – why not come along and join us!
     *Note: If you are under 16, you will need to bring an adult
with you.
     Our Messy Church meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 5:30 – 7 pm and is open to all ages and stages. For questions call the church office at (937) 252-5311, or email us at messy.church@spinningroadbaptist.org.
 
 HOLIDAY FOOD BASKETS
     As the holidays approach we are in need of many things for our holiday baskets. We provide Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets to many on our community.  We appreciate all that you can help provide for this ministry.
     These are items we are currently in need of:  ketchup, strawberry jelly, rice, tuna helper, frosting, cake mix, mac & cheese, syrup, toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, applesauce, creamed corn, mashed potatoes, canned meats, mixed vegetables, crackers, “Spaghettios”, ravioli, flour sugar, brown sugar, dressing, piecrusts, pumpkin pie filling and sweet peas.
As always, thank you for your generosity
 
BOOK OF HE MONTH
Nate Saint by Janet and Geoff Benge:
     Flying captured Nate's heart. His air service ministry to isolated missionaries put him on a path of destiny that would ultimately end with a final airplane flight with 4 missionary friends to the "Palm Beach" landing strip in the jungles of Ecuador.
 
AWANA MINUTE
     Club started September 4th, how awesome is that! We’re entering into October with our club growing, reaching, and moving forward for our 16th year, rocking Awana here at SRBC.
     Wednesday September 18, clubbers represented their schools wearing their colors for our theme night, School colors night.
Thank you to Brenda for visiting club with Ren her therapy dog, they brought a calming experience for our kids. We had fun meeting Brenda & Ren.
     Saturday, October 5, leadership staff will be spending the day attending the very valuable Awana Ministry Conference held at Keystone Church. This conference provides a day of training and refreshers for leadership staff from clubs all over the state and region.
     Saturday, October 12 Junior Jam for clubbers grades 3rd – 6th is coming. A high-energy day filled with an exciting opening and closing program, videos, games, and challenging activity stations. Our students will make new friendships with their Cedarville student leaders and take-home memories, practical lessons, and Bible promises we pray will make a difference in their lives for years to come. Parents must RSVP no later than Wednesday, October 2 during club. See Mr. Tere or Miss Michelle for details.
     Our theme night for October will be Crazy Hair Night – Clubbers, get your silliest and most crazy hair do together and sport it at club on the 23rd. Contests for the craziest hairdo of the night.
     Thank you to all the leaders and volunteers creating the opportunity each week!
     We ask that you continue to fulfill your very important role in club by praying for everyone involved in club each week.
Thank-you for your continued support in this ministry!
 
Kids matter to God, and us!
 
Cool with Christ,
Tere Sharp,
Co-Commander
 
 
     We extend our sympathy to the family of Dr.Larry Swain and for our ABC Ohio Staff since the announcement of the unexpected passing of Dr. Larry Swain last weekend.
     In lieu of flowers, Linda Swain has asked that memorial contributions be made to the ABC Ohio Executive Minister’s Emergency Fund, a mercy fund for pastors experiencing financial need.
 
 
 THIS MONTH WE WILL BE COLLECTING FOR THE WORLD MISSION OFFERING
This offering goes to International Ministries of the American Baptist Churches USA.    
     Your generous gifts add to the support of our missionaries serving in foreign countries, including our own special interest American Baptist missionary, Jeni Pedzinski.     
      Envelopes for the offering can be found in the pew racks. Thank you for your help in empowering missionaries to preach the gospel and minister to people in countries all over the world.
  
Men’s breakfast starts again Saturday, October 5, 8:00 am.
     Join other men of the church as they meet the first Saturday of each month for breakfast,
a time in God’s word and fellowship with other Christian men.
     We meet in the fellowship hall at 8:00 am.  We would love to have you join us.
     
SRBC's annual Children's Christmas program is scheduled for Sunday, December 8, at 7 pm! Please mark your calendars!
     Calling All children, Kindergarten through 6th grade! You are invited to participate in our annual Christmas Program. Rehearsals will begin on Sunday, October 6th and will continue during the children's church time on Sunday mornings. We hope to see you all then.
For questions please contact Marita Rogers or Tere Sharp.
 
The 193rd  Annual Gathering of the American Baptist Churches of Ohio will be held October 8th and 9th, 2019. All events will take place over two days (Tuesday and Wednesday only) at Crowne Plaza, Columbus North, 6500 Doubletree Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43229
 
 
 
SAVE THE DATE
2019 WOMEN’S RETREAT
November 1st-2nd

Friday 6pm-9:30pm & Saturday 8am-5pm
Bergamo Retreat Center
4400 Shakertown Rd.
Dayton Ohio 45430
 
* You can come and go from home or stay overnight.  Grab a flyer at the Connection Center in the foyer
Sign up to reserve your spot at the retreat on the clipboard at the Connection Center
You may contact Colleen Goodman or Mary Ann Stemley for more information

Pastor’s Paragraphs
      Jesus told us that we cannot serve two masters. (Matt. 6:24, Luke 16:13) James tells us that we are not to be “double-minded.” (James 4:8) In our hearts, we know that this is wise counsel and solid truth. We know that if we don't serve God, we will only be serving something else.
     But still, we try. We try to pull off the impossible by being good Christians,
but still loving the world. Ronald Rolheiser, in his book, The Holy Longing,
put it this way:
      “We want to be a saint, but we also want to feel every sensation experienced by sinners; we want to be innocent and pure, but we also want to be experienced and taste all of life; we want to serve the poor and have a simple lifestyle, but we also want all the comforts of the rich; we want to have the depth afforded by solitude, but we also do not want to miss anything; we want to pray, but we also want to watch television, read, talk to friends, and go out.
     It’s a small wonder that life is often a trying enterprise, and that we are often tired and pathologically overextended.”
     If you are like me, you struggle with wanting the best of both worlds, to be “in the world, but not of the world.” After all, you can't “spiritualize” everything. You have to live life in our cultural setting and deal with nonspiritual people daily. So how do you do that without compromising your faith and your Christian values?
     The answer is not easy, but it is simple. It is that we take Jesus with us wherever we go and whatever we do. Even when we are in the world, with worldly people, doing necessary worldly things, we remember that Jesus is there beside us and He changes the way we think and how we act, and He is the One we are serving.
      And if we truly do that, then there will be a distinct difference in those things we allow ourselves to experience, to taste, and to watch. There will be a difference in how you spend your time and the things you say and the places
you go.
                Will you join me in trying harder to remember this?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                With love, 


                         WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
 
VOLLEYBALL is at 7:00 pm at the church. For More info, contact Dave Look
@ 429-0719.
 
Y. A. M. (YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY) Meets 6-8 p.m. in the SRBC Sunday School Wing. This is for young adults after High School Graduation through 30 + years old. More info contact Jim Look @ 256-6456 or Mary Ann Stemley @ 253-3375

AWANA meets every Wednesday evening at 6:05 pm. We have activities for 3 year olds through High School, September through May.  Come and join in the fun.
 
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY meets in the Seekers class room every Tuesday Morning at 9:30 am to delve into God’s Word and enjoy fellowship with other Christian women. (Sept – May)
 
S. R. V. (SOUL REVOLUTION) is for 7th grade through High School.  They meet every Sunday evening at 6:30 pm in the youth room downstairs across from the kitchen.
 
DISCOVERY COMMUNITY GROUP
     This is for adults of all ages. Whether you have known Jesus for many years, or only a few months this could be a group for you.  We will be meeting twice a month on the second and fourth Thursday at 7pm, at the home of Simon and Nancy Warwick.


                              MONTHLY ACTIVITIES

S.A.S. (SENIORS AT SERVICE) ~ 1st Friday
Meet at 12:30 p.m. the first Friday of the month. The senior members of the church and friends meet at different restaurants for a dine-out. The next one is June 7 at Longhorn in Beavercreek.  For more info, contact Shirley Fall @ 254-2484.
 
WOMEN’S BREAKFAST 2nd Saturday Join us as we resume Women’s breakfast after the first of the year for great food, a devotional time and good Christian fellowship with other ladies of the church.  
 
TEAM AND CHURCH COUNCIL MEETINGS
Team meetings and Church Council meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month. Team Meetings will start @ 7 pm and the Church Council Meeting @ 8 pm.

MESSY CHURCH ~ 2nd TuesdayJoin us Tuesday June 11 @ 5:30 pm for
Messy Church – a relaxed and informal church!
   Messy Church is all about welcoming people of all ages to come and have fun together. No one is too young or too old to join in.  Expect a chance to be creative, exploring the theme of the day.  Then what could be better than to celebrate together!  Finally, everyone sits down to share and enjoy a meal.  It’s all free and there is something for everyone.  Why not come and join us? 
*Note:  If you are under 16, you will need to bring an adult with you.  For questions, call the church office at (937) 252-5311 or email us at messy.church@spinningroadbaptist.org.
 
MEN’S BREAKFAST ~ 1st Saturday  (October – June)
The men of the church meet the first Saturday of each month for a time in God’s word and fellowship with other Christian men of the church.


The property Stewardship team is looking for a little handy-man or handy-woman help with basic repairs such a plumbing, electric, and odds and ends around the church. An extra set of hands for a few things would be greatly appreciated. The projects are primarily not all day projects so they could be done in the evening or weekends.
Please contact Mary Ann Stemley at 554-8573 if you can help.


Messy Church News July 2019
     There will be no Messy Church on
July 9 due to VBS which begins July 14. We will resume in August.
     Messy Church is a great opportunity for families to be together in worship without the worry of being
too silly or “messy” because, let’s face it, life can be messy!
     At Messy Church, we grow in our relationship with God
and with one another through crafts, activities, music, celebration time and more. Then, together we enjoy a shared meal. Children and adults of all ages are welcome so invite the grandparents, your neighbors and friends to this new church community.
*Children under 16 need to be accompanied by an adult.
 
 Quarterly Business Meeting
        Members are asked to attend and everyone else is invited to attend our quarterly meeting on Sunday, July 28, following the morning worship service.

  
TEAM AND CHURCH COUNCIL MEETINGS
     Due to VBS, this month’s Team meetings and Church Council have been moved to Thursday, July 23, 2018. Team Meetings will start @ 7 pm and the Church Council Meeting @ 8 pm.
 
                                           
VBS VOLUNTEERS
Volunteer Now! We will need a fun bunch of Volunteers for VBS this year as we’re going on a wild adventure! VBS starts July 14 and ends July 19. Register online at www.spinningroadbaptist.org to help make this year a success!
 
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2019 - "IN THE WILD"
 
 Vacation Bible School = Sunday,July 14 to Friday, July 19 * 6–8:30 PM!
It’s time to get excited about VBS! Start up the all-terrain vehicle, grab your favorite camera & buckle your seatbelt we’re headed on a wild adventure, maybe catch a glimpse of the tip of a tail or a flash of
color racing through the terrain! That’s right, VBS is going “In the Wild!” We’ll gather snapshots of exotic animals while focusing in on the life of Jesus through scripture!  Join us for a summer adventure that can change your child's heart for a lifetime!  Register online at www.spinningroadbaptist.org.
We will see you “where the wild things are?”
 
Summer Wednesday night kids Programs 2019
     Wednesday nights’ continue with mid-week children's and youth programs offering fun lessons, games, activities, dinner for $2 and more.  These programs are in place of Awana during the summer months. Come out and be a part, dinner @ 5:30, the programs run from 6:15 – 7:15 pm Wednesday nights during the summer! Come join us.
 
 
VBS VOLUNTEER MEETING
     All Volunteer Meeting will be held Wednesday, July 10 beginning at 7:30 pm. Here you will meet the rest of the team, and learn all the fun facts needed to make this week a success!  Please include the meeting on your calendar.  For questions see Michelle or Tere.
 
DAYTON CHRISTIAN CENTER (DXC) is one of 21 neighborhood action centers that are supported by National Ministries American Baptist Churches, USA since 1921. Our mission work started in 1921 by faithful Christians determined to provide essential and supportive services to individuals and families seeking to better their lives.
     We have an exceptional year-round child care program in West Dayton and city-wide collaborations with other faith-based agencies enable us to provide high-quality comprehensive programs.
 
 Book of the Month
 
 And the Word Came with Power by Joanne Shelter
 
     This book gives the 20-year story of how Joanne Shetler lived among the Balangao people group in the Philippines. It tells of her adventures along the journey.  It goes from learning the culture and language, through the trials and hardships of dealing with a culture that succumbs to evil spirits and the victory that Jesus can bring to this people group.
 

July 4th
      Please be aware that July 4th is a Thursday, and the church offices will be closed. 
     There will be no evening services on July 3rd. 
     We hope you take this time to spend with family and friends.
 
NURSERY ~ BABIES THROUGH 2 YEARS

Scheduled for Sunday mornings in July
 July 7 ~ Richard & Mallorie Rutherford
               Teen Helper ~ Kelsey Harter
July 14 ~ Ellie Schroder & Ellen Reichard
July 21 ~ Ed & Michelle Prince
July 28 ~ Bill & Barb Chambers
               Teen Helper ~ Brenda Caggiano 
             
Scheduled for Wednesday evenings in July
July 3 ~ Wauneita Koogler & Nancy Warwick
July 10 ~ Wauneita Koogler
July 17 ~ V B S
July 24 ~ Richard & Tina Swanson
July 31 ~ Marita Rogers
 
CHILDREN’S CHURCH VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE
 
PRESCHOOL                                                  K-2ND GRADE
1st Sunday ~ Ellie Schroder   1st Sunday ~ Stay in Church                                                                                                
2nd Sunday ~ Mallorie Rutherford                 2nd Sunday ~ Michelle Prince
3rd Sunday ~ Ellie Schroder                          3rd Sunday ~ Ellen Reichard
4th Sunday~ Mallorie Rutherford                   4th Sunday ~ Colleen Goodman
5th Sunday ~ Ellie Schroder                          5th Sunday ~ Ellen Reichard
 
PARKING LOT
     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 entering, moving about, and exiting our parking lot. Sunday & Wednesdays in particular there are many children 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.

                                    

Pastor’s Paragraphs
      Dennis, from Katy, Texas, needed some same-day dry cleaning before he left on a trip. He remembered a store with a huge sign, “One-Hour Dry Cleaners,” on the other side of town, so he drove there to drop off a suit. After filling out the tag, he told the clerk, “I need this
in an hour.”
     She said, “I can’t get this back to you until Thursday.”  “I thought you did dry cleaning
in an hour.”  “No,” she replied, “that’s just the name of the store.”
     Likewise, we who say we are Christians but fail to act like the one whose name we bear create confusion and disillusionment for those who have yet to believe.
     It may be true that some people will try to take advantage of you and challenge your Christianity just because you didn't do what they wanted you to do, and we shouldn't allow ourselves to be emotionally abused by manipulative people.
     But still, I know the last thing I want to hear someone say is, “I thought you were a Christian!” May we all be determined to live out our lives in a way that would not contradict our identity as Christians and that no one would be disillusioned by a lifestyle that would dishonor our Savior.
                                  
                                          With love,  Pastor Scott
 
​

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
 
VOLLEYBALL is at 7:00 pm at the church. For More info, contact Dave Look @ 429-0719.
 
Y. A. M. (YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY) Meets 6-8 p.m. in the SRBC Sunday School Wing. This is for young adults after High School Graduation through 30 + years old. More info contact Jim Look @ 256-6456 or Mary Ann Stemley @ 253-3375

AWANA meets every Wednesday evening at 6:05 pm. We have activities for 3 years old through High School, September through May.  Come and join in the fun.
 
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY meets in the Seekers class room every Tuesday Morning at 9:30 am to delve into God’s Word and enjoy fellowship with other Christian women. (Sept – May)
 
S. R. V. (SOUL REVOLUTION) is for 7th grade through High School.  They meet every Sunday evening at 6:30 pm in the youth room downstairs across from the kitchen.
 
DISCOVERY COMMUNITY GROUP
     This is for adults of all ages. Whether you have known Jesus for many years, or only
a few months this could be a group for you.  We will be meeting twice a month on the
second and fourth Thursday at 7pm, at the home of Simon and Nancy Warwick.


​MONTHLY ACTIVITIES
 
S.A.S. (SENIORS AT SERVICE) ~ 1st Friday
Meet at 12:30 p.m. the first Friday of the month. The senior members of the church and friends meet at different restaurants for a dine-out. The next one is June 7 at Jimmy’s Italian Kitchen in Kettering.  For more info, contact Shirley Fall @ 254-2484.
 
WOMEN’S BREAKFAST 2nd Saturday Join us as we resume Women’s breakfast after the first of the year for great food, a devotional time and good Christian fellowship with other ladies of the church.  
 
TEAM AND CHURCH COUNCIL MEETINGS
Team meetings and Church Council meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month.
Team Meetings will start @ 7 pm and the Church Council Meeting @ 8 pm.

MESSY CHURCH ~ 2nd Tuesday
Join us Tuesday June 11 @ 5:30 pm for Messy Church – a relaxed and informal church!
   Messy Church is all about welcoming people of all ages to come and have fun together.
No one is too young or too old to join in.  Expect a chance to be creative, exploring the theme of the day.  Then what could be better than to celebrate together!  Finally, everyone sits down to share and enjoy a meal.  It’s all free and there is something for everyone.  Why not come and join us?
*Note:  If you are under 16, you will need to bring an adult with you.  For questions, call the church office at (937) 252-5311 or email us at messy.church@spinningroadbaptist.org.
 
MEN’S BREAKFAST ~ 1st Saturday
(October – June) The men of the church meet the first Saturday of each month for a time in God’s word and fellowship with other Christian men of the church.  Come Join us at the next one on June 1.


SUMMER CHURCH CAMP
Summer is coming! And so is SUMMER CHURCH CAMP! Children and youth are encouraged to attend summer church camp, a great way to get kids active, make new friends and grow your faith. Please contact Marla Richardson for further details. 

AWANA MINUTE
After a wonderful 2018-19 club year, AWANA is on break for the summer.  We will kick off the 2019-20 club year on Wednesday, September 4th. Have a great summer and hope to see everyone again in the fall!

MESSY CHURCH NEWS JUNE 2019
     Once a month on a Tuesday from 5:30pm to 7pm, SRBC hosts Messy Church –
1 1/2 hours of fun, games, food and crafts. It's a great time for all the family and friends.
     Our next Messy Church will be held Tuesday, June 11. Come and join us and get Messy!
     Messy Church is about having time together to have fun, explore faith, worship God and have a meal. Messy Church aims to involve everyone, and values everyone and invites us to come together, make things together, eat together and celebrate God together. It is called Messy Church because you may get Messy! If you haven’t yet tried Messy Church, you are welcome to join us anytime.  You can be involved as much or as little as you like! We welcome visitors as well as members, so give us a try. Hope to see you at our next Messy Church.
     Children under 16 are welcome to come along with their parents or guardians; all children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

     The closet cleaning scheduled for June 8, 2019 has been canceled due to other activities scheduled at that time. It will be re-scheduled in the fall.

PARKING LOT
     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 entering, moving about, and exiting our parking lot. Sunday & Wednesdays in particular, there are many children 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.
 
VACATION BIBLE  SCHOOL 2019  July 14-19, 6 pm-8:30 pm.
    
     Hey, everyone! Summer will be here sooner than you think, and with it comes VBS.
save the date!  It’s almost time to ZOOM in and FOCUS on Jesus at VBS! This summer we will take a trip
In the Wild and get snapshots of elephants and egrets, polar bears and penguin, cockatoos and crocodiles, then zoom in and focus on real-life encounters with Jesus in scripture.
     Kids 3 yrs. (& potty trained by 6-1-19) thru those just completing 6th grade, get ready to explore God’s Word at the Watering Hole, sing amazing songs at Bull Frog Bog, play fun games at Beluga Bay, and so much more!
     The time your child spends In the Wild will be full of fun, adventure, and best of all, discovery about Jesus and his great love for us. Follow the link at www.spinningroadbaptist.org to register.
      This summer we’re going In the Wild to have amazing encounters with Jesus. We hope to see you there.
     We are preparing early and need your help in two majorly important ways!
 
Wednesday Night Kids Programs 2019
 
     Wednesday nights continue with mid-week children's and youth programs offering fun lessons, games, activities, dinner for $2 and more. 
         These programs are in place of Awana during the summer months. Come out and be a part, dinner @ 5:30, the programs run from 6:15 – 7:15 Wednesday nights during the summer!  Come join us.
 
 
NURSERY ~ BABIES THROUGH 2 YEARS
 
Scheduled for Sunday mornings in June
June 2 ~ Nancy Keister & Felicia Chambers
                       Teen Helper ~ Kelsey Harter
June 9 ~ Mike & Mary Ann Stemley
                        Teen Helper ~
June 16 ~ Jerry & Marla Richardson
                        Teen Helper ~
June 23 ~ Crystal Jackson & Nancy Warwick
                         Teen Helper ~ Brenda Caggiano 
June 30 ~ Felicia Chambers                             
                       
Scheduled for Wednesday evenings in June
June 5 ~ Wauneita Koogler & Nancy Warwick
June 12 ~ Wauneita Koogler
June 19 ~ Ron Keister & Nancy Warwick
June 26 ~ Richard & Tina Swanson
 

CHILDREN’S CHURCH VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE
 
PRESCHOOL                                                K-2ND GRADE
1st Sunday ~ Ellie Schroder                    1st Sunday ~Stay in Church          
2nd Sunday ~ Mallorie Rutherford           2nd Sunday ~ Michelle Prince
3rd Sunday ~ Ellie Schroder                    3rd Sunday ~ Ellen Reichard
4th Sunday~ Mallorie Rutherford             4th Sunday ~ Colleen Goodman
5th Sunday ~ Ellie Schroder                    5th Sunday ~ Ellen Reichard


The purpose of One Great Hour of Sharing has remained the same: to collect special gifts to assist those in need. Contributions to One Great Hour of Sharing make a difference in the lives of people. Church World Service, with overseas partners are often the first on the scene following a disaster of natural or human origin. The needs of the people are identified and priorities are set to bring long-term solutions that will improve the quality of life for individuals and communities around the world. One Great Hour of Sharing, nearly 50 years old, continues to respond to needs equally critical as when it was first created.
 
 
Book of the Month     
​William Carey by Janet and Geoff Benge
 
     Would you like to know more about famous missionaries and far-away places? 
For the month of June, the life of William Carey will be in focus.  William's amazing journey to India would prove to be just the beginning of a missionary quest filled with hardship and heartache as well as tremendous victories.  Check out the library for this book and other missionary biographies. 

Pastor’s Paragraphs:
            Henri Nouwen writes of a woman whose husband died suddenly, leaving her to raise two young children by herself. She kept her children away from the funeral, as they were afraid of cemeteries, but sometime later, she invited Nouwen to visit the grave with her and invited the children to come along. When they came to the grave, they sat down around the tombstone.
            Nouwen writes, “I said: 'Maybe one day we should have a picnic here. This is not only a place to think about death, but also a place to rejoice in our life.' At first it seemed a strange idea, having a meal on top of a tombstone. But isn't that similar to what Jesus told His disciples to do when He asked them to share bread and wine in His memory?”
            At this time of year, we think of the many details we are given about the death of Jesus on the cross. The gruesome account is related to us so that we understand the price that was paid to redeem us from our sin. But how thankful we are for the truth that overcomes the chill of the grave, in that Jesus rose from the dead to enable us to share in that power of the resurrection.
            As our church has been hit hard in these past few months with tragedy, death and loss, let us cling with all we have to the reality of the resurrection, and the knowledge that through our faith in Jesus, that death has lost its sting, and all that we have lost pales in comparison to what we have gained through our relationship with Christ.
            Philippians 3:8 says, “What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish, that I may gain Christ, and be found in Him.”
                                    Happy Easter, with love, Pastor Scott


                           EASTER WEEK ACTIVITIES
 
Sunday April 14, Palm Sunday
1:00 ~ Community Easter Egg Hunt and Photo Shoot
 
Thursday April 18, Maundy Thursday
7:00 pm ~ Maundy Thursday Service
     We will have a special communion service on Maundy Thursday, April 18 at 7:00 p.m. Come downstairs to Fellowship Hall for our informal, but solemn time of commemorating the Last Supper Jesus shared with His disciples.
 
Friday, April 19, Good Friday
6:30 am ~ 6:30 pm ~ Church open for self-guided Devotional
     The church sanctuary will be open all day on Good Friday for anyone who would like to come to pray. There will be  a self-directed devotional available to help you reflect on the crucifixion of Christ, and what that means to us as Christians.
 
Sunday, April 21, Sunday
7:30 am ~ SonRise Service at Schellabarger Park
8:00 am ~ Easter Breakfast
9:00 am ~ Combined Sunday School
10:30 am ~ Resurrection Sunday Service


    Our community egg hunt will again be on Palm Sunday this year and is open to children up to 6th grade. The hunt will begin at 1:00 p.m. after a time of devotions with the children.
     Dave Chambers will be there to take photographs for families.
     Church families are invited to stay after church for a lunch that will be served before the hunt. Please have your children bring their own baskets, if possible.

SPRING CLEANING ~ April 6
     We plan to have a special spring cleaning day for our church facility.
     The event will give us all an opportunity to pitch in and really give our facility a thorough cleaning.
     We will be open for cleaning from 10am until 2pm.  Come when you can, and spend as much time as you can afford within that time period.
     Please put on your "grubbies" and join us for what promises
to be a fun time together making our church look better.
 
MESSY CHURCH – April 9
    It was great to see everyone at our March edition of Messy Church, also wonderful meeting new families who came to join us. People of all ages are getting together once a month for relaxed, activities, good conversation, and a meal together. It offers one-and-a-half hours of the most relaxed, creative, and Christ-centered fun you can imagine.
     Next Messy Church Tuesday, April 9, 2019. Theme: Easter (Jesus Died and Rises Again) as we celebrate the good news of Easter!  Nothing can ever separate us from the love of God – not even death on a cross. We will enjoy Easter crafts and activities along with Celebration worship time. 
     Messy Church is free and open to anyone! Come and learn how God can help you change your life!


VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2019
     Wow! It’s time for VBS again!!! At least, it’s time to get ready for VBS. 
     This year’s VBS theme is “In the Wild.” The week of July 14 – 19, save the date!
          During VBS, we will zoom in and focus on AMAZING ENCOUNTERS WITH JESUS using our theme verse John 20:31. VBS will be filled with Bible stories, music, games, tasty snacks, crafts, crazy fun and activities that will have lasting impact on the kids in our community and their families. Registration will be online in June.
   We are preparing early and need your help in two majorly important ways!
 
1. PRAY

• Pray for our volunteers.
• Pray for the work of God’s Spirit in the lives of the children who will participate.
• Pray for God’s protection over our property and activities.
  2. VOLUNTEER
• Pray about where God may want you to help us teach and reach the children of our Church and community this year.
      
       Stay tuned for registration and volunteer information in upcoming bulletins, newsletters, flyers, etc.
   
  
  

Members are asked to attend and everyone else is invited to attend our quarterly meeting on Sunday, April 28, following the morning worship service.
 
AWANA MINUTE
Dear Spinning Road Family,
      We closed out February with a glow night theme. The fellowship hall was a glow it black lights, glow sticks, balloons, games, necklaces set for clubbers to have lots of glowing fun.
     March started off with the opening of the Awana store, clubbers have been working hard completing sections and units eagerly awaited the opening of the store door to shop, spend, or save those hard-earned points, on what the store shelves held for them.
Wednesday March 29, we hosted our 9th Awana Grand Prix race. Thank you to all who entered the race this year and congratulations to all winners! Thank you to everyone that had helping hands, and Thank you to all of our Leaders, volunteers, parents, and Clubbers for a great race!  Hopefully everyone had
a great time. A special thanks to Awana Missionary Steve for stopping by, helping us to run our race and sharing a cool message with us. Start thinking about those car designs for
next year!
     Our Club has been collecting nickels & dimes on the 2nd week of each month this Club year and raised $130 that we presented to our Missionary Steve Shenk at the race. Incredible job clubbers and leaders!
     Saturday March 23, 7 students and 4 leaders journeyed to Cedarville University for CedarMania, a one-day event for middle & high school students that challenged them to look at their freedom in Christ. Through powerful messages, along with cool break-out sessions and plenty of Super Games and FUN it
was a blast.
     Friday, March 29 the TnT clubbers (grades 3 – 6th) busted in to the Church ready to have a lock-in and maximize the time with food, games, a thought-provoking lesson, and much Fun. Thank you to all who stayed up late and help this event to kick off with great fun.
    We ask for continued positive thoughts, prayers and support for our dedicated staff and for the Great kids who attend each week.
 
Cool with Christ, Tere Sharp, Co-Commander

Awana Grand Prix 2019
The Awana Grand Prix Race Day this year was Wednesday, March 21. The Grand Prix was exciting and a lot of fun! Thank you, leaders and volunteers it was a great experience, for our Clubbers and families! See you all next year!

                                      WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
 
Y. A. M. (YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY) Meets 6-8 p.m. in the SRBC Sunday School Wing. This is for young adults after High School Graduation through 30 + years old. More info contact Jim Look @ 256-6456 or Mary Ann Stemley @ 253-3375

AWANA meets every Wednesday evening at 6:05 pm. We have activities for 3 year old through High School, September through May.  Come and join in the fun.
 
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY meets in the Seekers class room every Tuesday Morning at 9:30 am to delve into God’s Word and enjoy fellowship with other Christian women.
 
S. R. V. (SOUL REVOLUTION) is for 7th grade through High School.  They meet every Sunday evening at 6:30 pm in the youth room downstairs across from the kitchen.
 
DISCOVERY COMMUNITY GROUP
     This is for adults of all ages. Whether you have known Jesus for many years, or only a few months this could be a group for you.         
      We will be meeting twice a month on the second and fourth Thursday at 7pm, at the home of Simon and Nancy Warwick.
     We will be using questions to discover as a group what the Bible is saying to us.
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MONTHLY ACTIVITIES
 
S.A.S. (SENIORS AT SERVICE) ~ 1st Friday
Meet at 12:30 p.m. the first Friday of the month. The senior members of the church and friends meet at different restaurants for a dine-out. The next one is on April 5. We will meet at Steak & Shake in Miamisburg.  For more info, contact Shirley Fall @ 254-2484.
 
WOMEN’S BREAKFAST 2nd Saturday Join us for a Women’s breakfast with great food, a devotional time and good Christian fellowship with other ladies of the church.  
 
TEAM AND CHURCH COUNCIL MEETINGS
Team meetings and Church Council meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month. Team Meetings will start @ 7 pm and the Church Council Meeting @ 8 pm.
 
For our April 6, men's breakfast, we will have an abbreviated version of our mini-retreat, and conclude our session of “Uprising,” with Erwin McManus. Breakfast is at 8:00 a.m. and our plan is to wrap things up as close as we can to 10:00 a.m., so that the men can participate in our church work day on April 6.
 
                                                





 
 

Pastor’s Paragraphs:
     Our daughter, Abbie, will be running a half marathon later this month. While I think she may be half crazy for doing it, I am certainly full of admiration for those with such determination and perseverance. The following article from Anna Johnson, this caught my attention:
 
     For 111 days. Charlie Engle, Ray Zahab, and Kevin Lin ran across the Sahara Desert. They touched the waters at Senegal and then made their way through Mauritania, Mali, Niger, Libya, and Egypt to touch the waters of the Red Sea.
Along the way, the trio faced blazing afternoons of 100-plus degrees; jarring, freezing nights; sandstorms; tendinitis; violent sickness; aches, pains, and blisters. But the biggest challenge they faced was finding water. Finding it in its purest, cleanest form gets to be a bit of a chore while in the middle of nowhere.
Running 4,000 miles across the Sahara Desert is an amazing accomplishment. But just as commendable are these marathon finishers:
•   Christians who finish their lives still growing, still serving
•   husbands and wives who stay faithful to each other “until death  
    do us part”
•   Young people who preserve their virginity until marriage despite
     crushing peer pressure
•   Pastors who stay passionate about ministry until their last   
    breath
•   Church members who weather conflict and remain joyful, l   
     loving, and faithful
 
     May we all be inspired to run the Christian marathon with faithfulness and perseverance.       

With love,
  
Pastor Scott

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
 
VOLLEYBALL is at 7:00 pm at Stevenson School. For More info, contact Dave Look @ 429-0719.
 
Y. A. M. (YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY) Meets 6-8 p.m. in the SRBC Sunday School Wing. This is for young adults after High School Graduation through 30 + years old. More info contact Jim Look @ 256-6456 or
Mary Ann Stemley @ 253-3375

AWANA meets every Wednesday evening at 6:05 pm. We have activities for 3 year old through High School, September through May. Come and join in the fun.
 
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY meets in the Seekers class room every Tuesday Morning at 9:30 am to delve into God’s Word and enjoy fellowship with other Christian women.
(Sept – May)
 
S. R. V. (SOUL REVOLUTION) is for 7th grade through
High School.  They meet every Sunday evening at 6:30 pm in the youth room downstairs across
from the kitchen.

MONTHLY ACTIVITIES
 
S.A.S. (SENIORS AT SERVICE) ~ 1st Friday
Meet at 12:30 p.m. the first Friday of the month. The senior members of the church and friends meet at different restaurants for a dine-out. The next one is on March 1. We will meet
@ Airway Kitchen.  For more info, contact
Shirley Fall @ 254-2484.
 
WOMEN’S BREAKFAST 2nd Saturday Join us as we resume Women’s breakfast after the first of the year for great food, a devotional time and good Christian fellowship with other ladies of the church.  
 
TEAM AND CHURCH COUNCIL MEETINGS
Team meetings and Church Council meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month. Team Meetings will start @ 7 pm and the Church Council Meeting @ 8 pm.

MESSY CHURCH ~ 2nd Tuesday
Join us Tuesday, January 8, at 5:30 pm for Messy Church – a relaxed and
informal church!
   Messy Church is all about welcoming people of all ages to come and have fun together. No one is too young or too old to join in.  Expect a chance to be creative, exploring the theme of the day.  Then what could be better than to celebrate together!  Finally, everyone sits down to share and enjoy a meal.  It’s all free and there is something for everyone.  Why not come and join us?
*Note:  If you are under 16, you will need to bring an adult
with you.  For questions, call the church office at (937) 252-5311 or email us at messy.church@spinningroadbaptist.org.
 
MEN’S BREAKFAST ~ 1st Saturday
(October – June)
The men of the church meet the first Saturday of each month for a time in God’s word and fellowship with other Christian men of the church. Mini retreat   this month until 11::00 am.
  
CEDARMANIA 2018
6th-12th Graders: Don’t miss CedarMania on March 23! We’ll be challenged to grow spiritually, experience fun breakout sessions, a meaningful message, crazy, games, lunch, not to mention getting to connect with Cedarville students and youth from other churches around the country! We hope you will join in! All 6th-12th graders are welcome! RSVP by Wednesday, March 13.  See Mr Tere or Miss Michelle for serious details.

AWANA MINUTE
     What an amazing year we have
had at AWANA so far this year! Our goal is for all of our clubbers to hide God’s word in their hearts and grow closer to Jesus as a result of all that we do on a weekly basis.
 
     • February 13 the Puggles were spotted passing out Valentines candy to their fellow clubbers      showing heir love to others. The  Sparks clubbers helped to color pages for the visit to the Manor
  across the street by the Outreach team.
       • Feb. 20, We had fun with, P& P night where we wore Pink, and munched on snacks, while the Trek &  Journey clubs zipped off to the mall for food and fun.
     • Feb. 22, the Sparks (grades k – 2) came to experience Sparks late Night out party, a night full of age appropriate fellowship,  games and activities geared for them to have lots of fun. Thank- you to all Leaders, and Lit’s, that helped to make this event such a great success!
     • The AWANA store will Open for business March 6 for clubbers to
  shop till they drop.
     • The AWANA Grand Prix will take place on March 20th from 6:05-
  7:30pm.  If you are able to volunteer on the day of the race to  
  set-up or take-down, please let Michelle or Tere know.
     • Saturday March 23rd some of our 6th –12th grade clubbers will
  head over to Cedarville University to participate in Cedarmania,   
  a full day filled with lessons, music, crazy games, exciting  
  competitions, making new friends, all while challenging their
  faith, and much, much more.
• Friday March 29, the TnT clubbers are scheduled to come and
  hang out at our lock-in from 6pm –8 am, watch for information in
  flyers, bulletins, and emails for further details.
 
     Thank-you for your continued support through encouragement, and most important prayers for our clubbers and entire leadership team.
Your Prayers are so very important and crucial to this ministry!
 
Cool with Christ,
Tere Sharp, Co-commander

The Discovery Community Group
     The Discovery Community Group is for adults of all ages. Whether you have known Jesus for many years, or only a few months this could be a group for you.
     We will be studying the Bible together starting in Genesis going through to Jesus in the Gospels. We will be meeting twice a month on the second and fourth Thursday at 7pm, starting on February 28 at the home of Simon and Nancy Warwick.
     We will be using questions to discover as a group what the Bible is saying to us.
     We will be asking each other what we are going to do to obey
the passage we have studied over the next two weeks and what changes we need to make based on what we have learned from the Bible. We will also be praying that God will show each of us someone we can share the passage with
before the next meeting.
 
 
 Wednesday, March 20, 2019
     Rev up your engines and get ready for the AWANA GRAND PRIX! Join us as we race wooden derby cars and matchbox cars and compete on an AWANA Grand Prix race track. Race kits can be purchased for $5 at the Wednesday night AWANA registration table. Clubbers and adults are invited to enter a car into this exciting race!
     Prizes will be awarded to racers in two categories: speed and design.
     Racers come early to weigh and register your car for the race. Everyone is welcome to attend the Grand Prix—even if not participating.  Watching the event is part of the fun!
 
 
Messy Church – March 12
 The second Tuesday of the month 5:30 – 7:00 pm, our Messy friends enjoy crafts, games, a celebration time, dinner together and more. We’ve been ministering to folks of all ages and stages who are enjoying sharing the messiness of their own lives and growing in their faith in a space that works for them during Messy Church.
     Messy Church is about inviting ordinary people to come just as they are, recognizing God is at work in the lives of ordinary people who live messy lives and ministering to them in a fun and creative way.
     Come and join us for our March Messy Church session 12 March @ 5:30 pm. Try worship in a different way - messy and creative.  There will be crafts, some singing and worship, and a good meal.  All are welcome. Children under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult!

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Be sure to set your clocks ahead for the start of Daylight Savings time on 
Sunday, March 10th.

Community-Wide Prayer and Worship Service
Sunday, March 3, 2019 @ 6:00 pm
Stebbins High School Auditorium
 
Join us as we gather to worship the Lord together as the united Body of Christ.  There will be focused times of prayer for our city and praising the Lord for everything He is doing in Riverside.
 
 
VBS 2019 – IN THE WILD
      Vacation Bible School (VBS) 2019 is fast approaching! Now is the time to make plans to attend, save the date and put on your calendar. Sunday, July 14- Friday, July 19 6pm-8:30pm.
     Kids Age 3 - Completion of 6th Grade will experience a life-changing week filled with high energy games, incredible music, exciting crafts, and yummy snacks as they learn more about God's Word. VBS 2019 takes them on a wild adventure—with elephants and egrets, polar bears and penguins, cockatoos and crocodiles. Registration and Wild Encounters are on the way!  Stay tuned for further details… Hope to see you there.
 
 
 AWANA T&T LOCK-IN – MARCH 29TH-30TH
 Don't miss the chance to stay up late at the Church! All Awana T&T clubbers (grades 3rd-6th) are invited to our Lock-In on March 29th-30th. Check with your parents, clear your schedules and gather your gear and come join us for an overnight adventure full of worship, fun, games, fellowship, and maybe some ZZzzz’s. Sign up by Wednesday, March 27th so we know how many to plan for. Permission forms are required, pick them up from Mr. Tere.  See ya there!
  
                    

Pastor’s Paragraphs:
     Super Bowl Sunday is just around the corner. Did your favorite team make it in this year? I've always wondered how that would feel!
            If you've watched football for long, you have noticed that the players have continually gotten bigger, heavier and stronger. This is true of every position, but especially offensive lineman. Today, the average lineman is 6 feet, 5 inches and weighs 312 pounds. In the 1970's, the average height and weight was 6 foot 3 inches, and 255 pounds.
            As the defensive players have gotten bigger and faster, the offensive lineman have had to make adjustments in order to do their job of keeping their opponents from getting to the running backs and quarterback. You would think that their success would be connected to their huge physique.
            But surprisingly, the key to their success is not necessarily their size or strength, but rather how low they can get to execute a block and how quickly they can discern the tactic of their opponent. Their size certainly helps, but is not as crucial as you might think.
            Similarly, our success as Christians is not found in our strengths and abilities, but rather on how low and humble we can get as we learn to depend on God's strength and how quickly we can discern the tactics of our enemy. God does give us strengths and abilities and we can be thankful for them, but it is our trust in His strength that truly makes us effective for His kingdom.
            Humble yourself before the Lord, and in due time, He will lift you up. (James 4:10)
 
                                                                          With love, Pastor Scott

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES 
 
VOLLEYBALL is at 7:00 pm at Stevenson School. For More info, contact Dave Look @ 429-0719.
 
Y. A. M. (YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY) Meets 6-8 p.m. in the SRBC Sunday School Wing. This is for young adults after High School Graduation through 30 + years old. More info contact Jim Look @ 256-6456 or Mary Ann Stemley @ 253-3375

AWANA meets every Wednesday evening at 6:05 pm. We have activities for 3 year old's through
High School, September through May.  Come and join in the fun.
 
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY meets in the Seekers class room every Tuesday Morning at 9:30 am to delve into God’s Word and enjoy fellowship with other Christian women.
(Sept – May)
 
S. R. V. (SOUL REVOLUTION) is for 7th grade through
High School.  They meet every Sunday evening at 6:30 pm in the youth room downstairs across
from the kitchen.

MONTHLY ACTIVITIES
 
S.A.S. (SENIORS AT SERVICE) ~ 1st Friday
Meet at 12:30 p.m. the first Friday of the month. The senior members of the church and friends meet
at different restaurants for a dine-out. The next one is on February2. We will meet @ McAlister’s
in Beavercreek.  For more info, contact Shirley Fall @ 254-2484.
 
WOMEN’S BREAKFAST 2nd Saturday Join us as we resume Women’s breakfast after the first of the year for great food, a devotional time and good Christian fellowship with other ladies of the church.  
 
TEAM AND CHURCH COUNCIL MEETINGS
Team meetings and Church Council meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month. Team Meetings
will start @ 7 pm and the Church Council Meeting @ 8 pm.

MESSY CHURCH ~ 2nd Tuesday
Join us Tuesday, January 8, at 5:30 pm for Messy Church – a relaxed and informal church!
   Messy Church is all about welcoming people of all ages to come and have fun together. No one is too young or too old to join in.  Expect a chance to be creative, exploring the theme of the day.  Then what could be better than to celebrate together!  Finally, everyone sits down to share and enjoy a meal.  It’s all free and there is something for everyone.  Why not come and join us?
*Note:  If you are under 16, you will need to bring an adult
with you.  For questions, call the church office at (937) 252-5311 or email us at messy.church@spinningroadbaptist.org.
 
MEN’S BREAKFAST ~ 1st Saturday
(October – June)
The men of the church meet the first Saturday of each month for a time in God’s word and fellowship with other Christian men of the church.
 

AWANA MINUTE
     Our Awana club had a very busy & exciting 2018 ministering to many new clubbers & families. We arrived back to club January 2 after 2 weeks off from club spending time with family, friends, and new toys etc.  Our entire club were shocked and saddened to learn of the loss of one of our Cubbies Leaders Miss Debbie Snider during the break, she will be forever loved and greatly missed.
     Clubbers got back to the business at hand, of learning and reciting Bible verses, completing sections, and playing games.
     January 16, Clubbers arrived dressed and ready for layer night our January theme. And had an Awesome time! Layer night meant that they dressed in as many layers of clothes and accessories as they could either find, and/or walk/waddle in with on. They were as funny as they could be sporting between 3 & over 105 layers of clothing and accessories.
     While our Puggles & Cubbies arrived excitedly introducing their small stuffies to their Awana leaders and friends, for their theme night Noah’s ark night.
     Friday February 22nd the Sparks club (Grades k – 2) is scheduled to have their late night out party, future club newsletters bulletins, and flyers will bring more information about this fun & exciting event.
     The annual Grand Prix race is rolling in Wednesday, March 20. Car kits are on sale for clubbers & parents to purchase for $5 per kit, See Michelle for details.
     Saturday March 23rd, 6th – 12th grade clubbers are invited to attend CedarMania a full day experience held over at Cedarville University. Keep checking newsletters, weekly Bulletins, flyers, and the church web site calendar, for upcoming activities and events.
     As we continue in 2019, teaching and reaching young lives from our church & community, with the gospel of Christ and training them to serve him, we ask that you keep ALL clubbers, parents, leaders, listeners, Lit’s, Co-Commanders in your thoughts and prayers as we continue to help advance the spiritual lives of our future generations.
 
Cool with Christ, Tere Sharp

AWANA GRAND PRIX 2019!
Wednesday, March 20, 2019
     Rev up your engines and get ready for the AWANA GRAND PRIX! Join us as we race wooden derby cars and matchbox cars and compete on an AWANA Grand Prix race track. Race kits can be purchased for $5 at the Wednesday night AWANA registration table. Clubbers and adults are invited to enter a car into this exciting race!
     Prizes will be awarded to racers in two categories: speed and design.
     More information coming soon, but we encourage you to please mark your calendars now!
 
AWANA SPARK’S LATE NIGHT OUT PARTY
Attention Parents and Kids (grades k – 2), we’re planning a late night out party just for you, so start getting ready! We are preparing for a night out full of fun, food, excitement, adventure, and many fun games, FRIDAY FEBRUARY 22, 2019 from 6 – 10 PM.  Follow bulletins, flyers & Club Newsletters for details and/or see Miss Michelle or Mr. Tere.
 

Valentines Day at Mad River Manor
      We will be taking candy to residents of Mad River Manor as an outreach of love and care for them on Valentine’s Day. If you would like to contribute candy for this purpose, please put it into the container in the foyer sometime  in the next few weeks.
 
YOUTH GROUP MOVIE NIGHT FUNDRAISER
February 24, 2019, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 
     The SRV Youth Group is raising funds for their upcoming Summer Event and are hosting a “Family Fun Movie Night!” Donations are welcomed with additional snack items available (pop, popcorn, candy & more) for purchase during the showing of the featured film. Please plan to join us for a great movie for
a great cause!
 
Tuesday Women's Bible Study
   In this series, “A Life God Rewards”, by Bruce Wilkinson, you are going to discover that Jesus revealed a direct link between what you do today and what you will experience after you die. Astoundingly, the majority of spiritual seekers around the world – including millions who follow Jesus – seem to have missed what He said.  What you’ll discover will unlock the power and potential in your life, starting now.  And you’ll begin to live with the unshakable certainty that what you do today matters forever!!
We hope to start February 5th.

New Small Group Bible Study
     The Discovery Community Group is for adults of all ages. Whether you have known Jesus for many years, or only a few months this could be a group for you.
     We will be studying the Bible together starting in Genesis going through to Jesus in the Gospels. We will be meeting twice a month on the second and fourth Thursday at 7pm, starting on February 28 at the home of Simon and Nancy Warwick.
     We will be using questions to discover as a group what the Bible is saying to us.
     We will be asking each other what we are going to do to obey the passage we have studied over the next two weeks and what changes we need to make based on what we have learned from the Bible. We will also be praying that God will show each of us someone we can share the passage with
before the next meeting.

"Does it really matter what I say?" Your greatest weapon—for good or evil—is in your mouth.
            Watch Your Mouth, will be our next Sunday night video series. It is based on bestselling author Dr. Tony Evans book by the same name. This compelling resource will help you learn to tame your tongue. With real-life stories and life-changing insights shared through engaging teaching, you'll learn what the Bible teaches about talking and: Discover the power of the spoken word to bolster your faith when you're doubting. Discern what should or shouldn't be said so that you honor God with your speech. Develop the ability to praise God and voice wisdom even in tough circumstances.
            Get inspired by Tony's teaching on the tongue and model with your mouth the character of God. Don't let your words bring cursing or destruction to yourself and those you love. Instead, let your words minister to and speak life into the world around you. Join us tonight at 7:00.

MESSY CHURCH FEBRUARY 2019
 How time flies!  Another month has come and gone. We’re looking forward to our next edition of
Messy Church Tuesday, 12th February, starting at 5:30pm. Free fun for everyone. Come along
and play, create, imagine, learn about the Bible, and enjoy a meal together.   
      Many hands-on activities to enjoy. Lots of games, lots of laughter and lots of mess. it’s for all ages and is fun, profound and enriching. Children need to be accompanied by an adult. You are most welcome to come along, See you soon