Spinning News
"Out with the Old and in with the New." Truer words haven't been spoken for a while. Where has time gone?
If my math/calendar skills are correct, it will be 50 weeks that we have spent with you, and we (Lin and I) have enjoyed each of them. Heaven will be similar.
A new resident shows up, we fellowship, show them around, let them see how things work, and boom, they are part of the family!
There's a song out there: "All God's Critters Got a Place in the Choir." You have certainly made a place for us. It has been a privilege to serve SRBC, but I hope to stick around and help as/when I am needed.
Some things that still need to be completed:
* Elliott and his family's move here to Dayton (Pray with them for safety and wisdom)
* Housing. We understand that they have a plan to "scout around" before settling in.
* Elliott's 1st Sunday (January 18, 2026) A preacher preaches better when the church is full (Hint-Hint)
* Our Annual Business Meeting (January 25 ,2026) with important constitutional changes
on the table.
* An official Installation Service for Elliott (February 1, 2026) at 4 pm with a chilli
cookoff following. The Theme: "Passing the torch". PS: The Winter Olympics begin that
week, get it? Who can make the "Tourchiest Chilli"?
* Ordination preparation. Yes, Elliott is ordained, yet he desires to transfer this ordination over to ABC/USA compliance. This will take work, and I have offered my time to help him work through the ins-and-outs of this blessing.
What wonderful opportunities lie ahead! Let's work until Jesus comes....
For The King and His Kingdom,
Your Interim Pastor, Steve Tufts
If my math/calendar skills are correct, it will be 50 weeks that we have spent with you, and we (Lin and I) have enjoyed each of them. Heaven will be similar.
A new resident shows up, we fellowship, show them around, let them see how things work, and boom, they are part of the family!
There's a song out there: "All God's Critters Got a Place in the Choir." You have certainly made a place for us. It has been a privilege to serve SRBC, but I hope to stick around and help as/when I am needed.
Some things that still need to be completed:
* Elliott and his family's move here to Dayton (Pray with them for safety and wisdom)
* Housing. We understand that they have a plan to "scout around" before settling in.
* Elliott's 1st Sunday (January 18, 2026) A preacher preaches better when the church is full (Hint-Hint)
* Our Annual Business Meeting (January 25 ,2026) with important constitutional changes
on the table.
* An official Installation Service for Elliott (February 1, 2026) at 4 pm with a chilli
cookoff following. The Theme: "Passing the torch". PS: The Winter Olympics begin that
week, get it? Who can make the "Tourchiest Chilli"?
* Ordination preparation. Yes, Elliott is ordained, yet he desires to transfer this ordination over to ABC/USA compliance. This will take work, and I have offered my time to help him work through the ins-and-outs of this blessing.
What wonderful opportunities lie ahead! Let's work until Jesus comes....
For The King and His Kingdom,
Your Interim Pastor, Steve Tufts
Planning Meeting ~ Saturday, January 3 @ 9:00 am
YAC ~ Tuesday, January 6 @ 7:00 pm
Women’s Breakfast ~ Saturday, January 10 @ 9:00pm
Team Meetings ~ Tuesday, January 20 @ 6:00 pm
Church Council ~ Tuesday, January 20 @ 7:00 pm
Craft Night ~ Friday January 23 @ 6:30 pm
Grief Support Group meetings are on Wednesdays from 5-6 pm
in the prayer room behind the piano in the sanctuary. We will be
using Stephen Ministries materials, and all are welcome to join us.
Grief Support Group meetings are on Wednesdays from 5-6 pm
in the prayer room behind the piano in the sanctuary. We will be
using Stephen Ministries materials, and all are welcome to join us.
CHILDREN & YOUTH CHRISTMAS PLAY UPDATE
Due to inclement weather on Sunday, December 14, we were unable to share our Children and Youth Christmas Play as originally planned. We are thankful for everyone’s understanding and are pleased to share that the program will be rescheduled for
Sunday evening, January 11, at 7:00 p.m.
We invite you to join us for this special evening as our children and youth share the message of Christ’s birth through song and story. Your presence and encouragement will be a true blessing to them.
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.
AWANA MINUTE
Happy New Year, everyone! We pray you enjoyed a joyful and refreshing holiday season with your loved ones. It’s hard to believe that another year has come and gone, we are grateful for all that God has done through us.
Our AWANA Club enjoyed a brief holiday break and will resume on January 7th at 6:05 p.m. We’re looking forward to hearing about the clubbers’ adventures over the break and beginning another exciting season together.
December truly flew by:
• December 3rd: We opened our first AWANA Store for the year, where
clubbers chose to spend or save their hard-earned points for a future store.
• December 10th: Clubbers shopped at the Christmas Store, selecting
gifts for the adults who care for them—a beautiful expression of generosity
and gratitude.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to Miss Kelly and her crew for organizing and running both stores. Your dedication and servant hearts made these special moments possible, and we are truly appreciative.
• December 17th: Our TNT, Trek, and Journey clubbers came together to
assemble Christmas baskets for members of our church and community,
sharing Christ’s love in meaningful ways.
We paused club meetings on December 24th and 31st to celebrate the birth of our Savior with family and friends. Club will resume on January 7th, marking a wonderful start to 2026.
We are so thankful for our volunteers, leaders, and supporters. Your prayers, love, and faithful service help our clubbers learn God’s Word and hide it in
their hearts.
Please continue to pray for our children to receive the gospel of Christ,
for wisdom and strength for our leadership, and for God’s continued growth and impact through our AWANA ministry in our church and community.
Blessings as we step into this new year together.
Because kids matter to God!
Cool with Christ
Tere Sharp,
Co-Commander
Happy New Year, everyone! We pray you enjoyed a joyful and refreshing holiday season with your loved ones. It’s hard to believe that another year has come and gone, we are grateful for all that God has done through us.
Our AWANA Club enjoyed a brief holiday break and will resume on January 7th at 6:05 p.m. We’re looking forward to hearing about the clubbers’ adventures over the break and beginning another exciting season together.
December truly flew by:
• December 3rd: We opened our first AWANA Store for the year, where
clubbers chose to spend or save their hard-earned points for a future store.
• December 10th: Clubbers shopped at the Christmas Store, selecting
gifts for the adults who care for them—a beautiful expression of generosity
and gratitude.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to Miss Kelly and her crew for organizing and running both stores. Your dedication and servant hearts made these special moments possible, and we are truly appreciative.
• December 17th: Our TNT, Trek, and Journey clubbers came together to
assemble Christmas baskets for members of our church and community,
sharing Christ’s love in meaningful ways.
We paused club meetings on December 24th and 31st to celebrate the birth of our Savior with family and friends. Club will resume on January 7th, marking a wonderful start to 2026.
We are so thankful for our volunteers, leaders, and supporters. Your prayers, love, and faithful service help our clubbers learn God’s Word and hide it in
their hearts.
Please continue to pray for our children to receive the gospel of Christ,
for wisdom and strength for our leadership, and for God’s continued growth and impact through our AWANA ministry in our church and community.
Blessings as we step into this new year together.
Because kids matter to God!
Cool with Christ
Tere Sharp,
Co-Commander
Scioto Hills Summer Camp 2026 DATES
ALPHA/NEW FRONTIER 1
June 7-12
ALPHA/NEW FRONTIER 2
June 14-19
ALPHA/NEW FRONTIER 3
June 21-26
REVOLUTION
June 28 - July 3
FAMILY CAMP 1
July 5-10
2026 PRICING
On or Before January 31st: $365
On or Before March 31st: $390
After March 31st: $415
ALPHA/NEW FRONTIER 1
June 7-12
ALPHA/NEW FRONTIER 2
June 14-19
ALPHA/NEW FRONTIER 3
June 21-26
REVOLUTION
June 28 - July 3
FAMILY CAMP 1
July 5-10
2026 PRICING
On or Before January 31st: $365
On or Before March 31st: $390
After March 31st: $415
Please join us for our annual meeting on Sunday, January 25, after the morning worship service. We will once again serve lunch with the meeting. Please join us as we hear how our church has done in the last year.
Annual Team reports are due to the church office
by January 16.
Please send them to [email protected]. Sending them electronically cuts down on
the number of mistakes that I make.
Thank you, Fran
by January 16.
Please send them to [email protected]. Sending them electronically cuts down on
the number of mistakes that I make.
Thank you, Fran
If you wish to receive an annual giving statement, please note that on the back of your attendance card.
Our church's food pantry is meeting the needs of many in our Riverside community. We gave out over 30 food baskets at Thanksgiving and Christmas this year. This could only be accomplished through your generosity. Please consider helping us replenish our shelves.
Your contribution to this ministry enables us to support our community throughout the year. Isaiah 58:7a says we are to “share our food with the hungry”.
We are blessed as we meet the needs of our community through this ministry, and we are doing so as the Lord commands. We may be the only glimpse of God that they see.
The following is a list of items needed.
Crackers Canned Meat
Dry Beans Peanut Butter
Sugar Flour
Cereal Ketchup
Pancake Mix Syrup
Toilet Paper Pasta
Toothbrush Rice
Toothpaste Paper Towels
Kleenex Canned ravioli
Spaghetti sauce Mayonnaise
Green beans Corn
Ramen noodles Jelly
Shampoo & conditioner Soap
Cake mix and icing
As always, thank you for your continued support of this mission!
ut over 30 food baskets at Thanksgiving and Christmas this year. This could only be accomplished through your generosity. Please consider helping us replenish our shelves.
Your contribution to this ministry enables us to support our community throughout the year. Isaiah 58:7a says we are to “share our food with the hungry”.
We are blessed as we meet the needs of our community through this ministry, and we are doing so as the Lord commands. We may be the only glimpse of God that they see.
The following is a list of items needed.
Crackers Canned Meat
Dry Beans Peanut Butter
Sugar Flour
Cereal Ketchup
Pancake Mix Syrup
Toilet Paper Pasta
Toothbrush Rice
Toothpaste Paper Towels
Kleenex Canned ravioli
Spaghetti sauce Mayonnaise
Green beans Corn
Ramen noodles Jelly
Shampoo & conditioner Soap
Cake mix and icing
As always, thank you for your continued support of
this mission!
Your contribution to this ministry enables us to support our community throughout the year. Isaiah 58:7a says we are to “share our food with the hungry”.
We are blessed as we meet the needs of our community through this ministry, and we are doing so as the Lord commands. We may be the only glimpse of God that they see.
The following is a list of items needed.
Crackers Canned Meat
Dry Beans Peanut Butter
Sugar Flour
Cereal Ketchup
Pancake Mix Syrup
Toilet Paper Pasta
Toothbrush Rice
Toothpaste Paper Towels
Kleenex Canned ravioli
Spaghetti sauce Mayonnaise
Green beans Corn
Ramen noodles Jelly
Shampoo & conditioner Soap
Cake mix and icing
As always, thank you for your continued support of this mission!
ut over 30 food baskets at Thanksgiving and Christmas this year. This could only be accomplished through your generosity. Please consider helping us replenish our shelves.
Your contribution to this ministry enables us to support our community throughout the year. Isaiah 58:7a says we are to “share our food with the hungry”.
We are blessed as we meet the needs of our community through this ministry, and we are doing so as the Lord commands. We may be the only glimpse of God that they see.
The following is a list of items needed.
Crackers Canned Meat
Dry Beans Peanut Butter
Sugar Flour
Cereal Ketchup
Pancake Mix Syrup
Toilet Paper Pasta
Toothbrush Rice
Toothpaste Paper Towels
Kleenex Canned ravioli
Spaghetti sauce Mayonnaise
Green beans Corn
Ramen noodles Jelly
Shampoo & conditioner Soap
Cake mix and icing
As always, thank you for your continued support of
this mission!
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