Spinning News
Flood Warnings. My Mom had bought a house in Carlisle, Ohio and she lived in it for 66 years. It was close to a creek which flooded almost every year.
At times the water would reach our yard, but never our house. Us 3 boys (I have twin little brothers) along with neighbor kids would play in the water and await the receding of the water so we could fish, swim, and play in it. We even named a fish that we kept trying to catch, but never could. We were completely unaware of the dangers that lurked in that flooded creek.
As I write this, flood warnings have been issued around us and none of us are unaware of the dangers of flood waters as we see the news reporting on destroyed property, vehicles, and people.
During the past few months, your church has been through a flood of emotions. As I said a few weeks ago, Lin and I have been on both sides of Pastoral Leadership changes. We have had to say farewell to the pastors of churches we were members of and to churches I have pastored. It is never easy, and I have never said farewell to a congregation without shedding tears. We have loved our congregations and they have loved us. The same goes for you. God promises: "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you..." Isaiah 43:2 The greatest consolation we have is God's presence with us as we go through problems. Corrie Ten Boom said, "Faith doesn't always take you out of the problem, Faith takes you through the problem, Faith doesn't always take away the pain, Faith gives you the ability to handle the pain, Faith doesn't always take you out of the storm, Faith calms you in the midst of the storm."
Corrie and her sister Betsy were arrested for hiding Jews in their home in Haarlem, Holland in 1944. Betsy died of starvation in Ravensbruck, Germany, yet they had smuggled into the labor camp a Bible which they read and shared with others. Corrie went through those flooded waters.
Let's stand on God's promise that we will "get through" this transitional period, (not over it) because you all still love Pastor Scott and Colleen and they still
love you.
My Grandpa Owens taught me well when he said "What doesn't kill you, will make you stronger."
I count it a privilege to be your Interim Pastor and will do everything within my power to help you through this time until God leads to you another pastor.
In Service to Jesus, our Lord and Savior,
Pastor Steve and Lin Tufts
At times the water would reach our yard, but never our house. Us 3 boys (I have twin little brothers) along with neighbor kids would play in the water and await the receding of the water so we could fish, swim, and play in it. We even named a fish that we kept trying to catch, but never could. We were completely unaware of the dangers that lurked in that flooded creek.
As I write this, flood warnings have been issued around us and none of us are unaware of the dangers of flood waters as we see the news reporting on destroyed property, vehicles, and people.
During the past few months, your church has been through a flood of emotions. As I said a few weeks ago, Lin and I have been on both sides of Pastoral Leadership changes. We have had to say farewell to the pastors of churches we were members of and to churches I have pastored. It is never easy, and I have never said farewell to a congregation without shedding tears. We have loved our congregations and they have loved us. The same goes for you. God promises: "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you..." Isaiah 43:2 The greatest consolation we have is God's presence with us as we go through problems. Corrie Ten Boom said, "Faith doesn't always take you out of the problem, Faith takes you through the problem, Faith doesn't always take away the pain, Faith gives you the ability to handle the pain, Faith doesn't always take you out of the storm, Faith calms you in the midst of the storm."
Corrie and her sister Betsy were arrested for hiding Jews in their home in Haarlem, Holland in 1944. Betsy died of starvation in Ravensbruck, Germany, yet they had smuggled into the labor camp a Bible which they read and shared with others. Corrie went through those flooded waters.
Let's stand on God's promise that we will "get through" this transitional period, (not over it) because you all still love Pastor Scott and Colleen and they still
love you.
My Grandpa Owens taught me well when he said "What doesn't kill you, will make you stronger."
I count it a privilege to be your Interim Pastor and will do everything within my power to help you through this time until God leads to you another pastor.
In Service to Jesus, our Lord and Savior,
Pastor Steve and Lin Tufts
Men’s Breakfast ~ Saturday, March 1 @ 8:30 am
YAC ~ Tuesday, March 4 @ 7:00 pm
Women’s Breakfast ~ Saturday, March 8 @ 9:00 am
Team Meetings ~ Tuesday, March 18 @ 6:00 pm
Church Council ~ Tuesday, March 18 @ 7:00 pm
Craft Night ~ Friday, March 28, @ 6:30 pm
IMPACT Ministry News
Impact Youth Group is where youth (5th – 12th grades) have the opportunity to fellowship, play games, eat snacks, have fun, and worship all while growing in relationship with God.
We meet Sunday evenings from 6:00 ~ 8:00 pm. We also have many off-site events throughout the year like, day trips, special events, retreats and more! It's a great place to invite a friend. Come check us out!
Impact Youth Group is where youth (5th – 12th grades) have the opportunity to fellowship, play games, eat snacks, have fun, and worship all while growing in relationship with God.
We meet Sunday evenings from 6:00 ~ 8:00 pm. We also have many off-site events throughout the year like, day trips, special events, retreats and more! It's a great place to invite a friend. Come check us out!
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. There is a basket marked Fellowship Fund on the table at the back of the sanctuary or you may send in your offering specified as Fellowship Fund.
We still focus on the offering on the 3rd Sunday, but you may give at any time.
We still focus on the offering on the 3rd Sunday, but you may give at any time.
VBS 2025 - MAGNIFIED
Join us for an unforgettable adventure at Vacation Bible School 2025!
Magnified: Discovering the Wonders of God's Creation
This year, kids will embark on an exciting journey to explore the intricate details of God's creation. Through interactive games, engaging activities, meaningful discussions, and more, they'll discover just how big and amazing God is! As kids delve into the beauty of God's creation, they'll leave VBS with a deeper understanding that they were made to
Magnify God!
Stay Tuned! Watch for upcoming updates on registration, dates, and more!
Join us for an unforgettable adventure at Vacation Bible School 2025!
Magnified: Discovering the Wonders of God's Creation
This year, kids will embark on an exciting journey to explore the intricate details of God's creation. Through interactive games, engaging activities, meaningful discussions, and more, they'll discover just how big and amazing God is! As kids delve into the beauty of God's creation, they'll leave VBS with a deeper understanding that they were made to
Magnify God!
Stay Tuned! Watch for upcoming updates on registration, dates, and more!
AWANA MINUTE
As we welcome the arrival of Spring, we reflect on a February that was truly one for the books - cold, warm, icy, and snowy! Despite the unpredictable weather, our AWANA clubbers continued to grow in their knowledge and love for Jesus.
- February 5: Soup'er Bowl Theme Night Clubbers brought non-perishable foods to help refill our Church's food pantry and wore their favorite sports gear for a fun-filled evening.
- Sparks Late Night Out Party (Feb 21): Our Sparks (grades K-2) enjoyed an evening of devotions, games, and activities tailored just for them.
- Glow Night (Feb 26): We had a blast playing glow-in-the-dark games in the Fellowship Hall. Shining our light for God.
- Grand Prix Race (March 19, 6:05 pm): Join us as our clubbers race the cars they designed and built. We invite the congregation, families, and friends to cheer on our racers! If you can volunteer for setup or takedown, please contact Michelle or Tere.
We're grateful for our dedicated leaders who bring joy, enthusiasm and love to our club each week. Your prayers and support mean the world to us. Thank you for valuing children and youth ministry!
Cool with Christ,
Tere Sharp,
Co-Commander
AWANA GRAND PRIX 2025!
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 – 6:05-7:30 pm
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 our new AWANA Grand Prix racetrack. 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.
We encourage you to please mark your calendars now and plan to attend!
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 – 6:05-7:30 pm
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 our new AWANA Grand Prix racetrack. 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.
We encourage you to please mark your calendars now and plan to attend!
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AWANA T&T LOCK-IN – MARCH 28TH-29TH
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 28th-29th. Check with your parents, clear your schedules, gather your gear, and join us for an overnight adventure full of worship, fun, games, fellowship, and maybe some ZZzzz’s. Sign up by Wednesday, March 26th so we know how many to
plan for.
Permission forms are required, pick them up from Mr. Tere.
See ya there!
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 28th-29th. Check with your parents, clear your schedules, gather your gear, and join us for an overnight adventure full of worship, fun, games, fellowship, and maybe some ZZzzz’s. Sign up by Wednesday, March 26th so we know how many to
plan for.
Permission forms are required, pick them up from Mr. Tere.
See ya there!
Dear Spinning Road family,
Colleen and I would like to express our gratitude for the wonderful send-off you gave to us. It was a simply amazing day. Your expressions of love and appreciation will always be a treasure to us, even more than the abundance of cards and gifts we received, which were truly overwhelming.
"Thank You" does not seem to cover it, but it comes from the deepest place in our hearts.
With love,
(Pastor) Scott
Colleen and I would like to express our gratitude for the wonderful send-off you gave to us. It was a simply amazing day. Your expressions of love and appreciation will always be a treasure to us, even more than the abundance of cards and gifts we received, which were truly overwhelming.
"Thank You" does not seem to cover it, but it comes from the deepest place in our hearts.
With love,
(Pastor) Scott
CARRY ON THE LEGACY OF GOOD WORKS WITH
YOUR GIVING!
For over 50 years, generous giving to the America for Christ (AFC) Offering has enabled ABHMS to provide financial support to American Baptist churches and affiliated organizations across the United States and Puerto Rico each year. Some examples of the positive impact your dollars have had on our beloved communities:
Funding direct assistance to the residents of Youngstown, Ohio, that included food boxes, meals for children, clothing banks and distribution of commodities such as diapers, school supplies, clothing, and housewares.
Funding youth education and enrichment programs as well as senior services that delivered lunches, health education and socialization opportunities,
and groceries in bulk through a food pantry, among other things,
to communities in and around Kansas City, Kansas.
Funding Rainbow Acres, a faith-based residential community with a wide range of programs for developmentally disabled adults from more than
15 states and representing an array of faith backgrounds including
American Baptists.
These are just a few of the ways your dollars provide aid and comfort to those in need; there are many more. Please help us continue to bring healing and hope to communities, families, children, and Jesus’ disciples in 2025 by giving to the America for Christ Offering.
CARRY ON THE LEGACY OF GOOD WORKS WITH
YOUR GIVING!
For over 50 years, generous giving to the America for Christ (AFC) Offering has enabled ABHMS to provide financial support to American Baptist churches and affiliated organizations across the United States and Puerto Rico each year. Some examples of the positive impact your dollars have had on our beloved communities:
Funding direct assistance to the residents of Youngstown, Ohio, that included food boxes, meals for children, clothing banks and distribution of commodities such as diapers, school supplies, clothing, and housewares.
Funding youth education and enrichment programs as well as senior services that delivered lunches, health education and socialization opportunities,
and groceries in bulk through a food pantry, among other things,
to communities in and around Kansas City, Kansas.
Funding Rainbow Acres, a faith-based residential community with a wide range of programs for developmentally disabled adults from more than
15 states and representing an array of faith backgrounds including
American Baptists.
These are just a few of the ways your dollars provide aid and comfort to those in need; there are many more. Please help us continue to bring healing and hope to communities, families, children, and Jesus’ disciples in 2025 by giving to the America for Christ Offering.
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