Volume 37 May 9, 2017 No. 19

Jillian Carter Troy Cordrey Jared Cleghorn Mattie Dunn Marshall Dyer

Brock Guffey Drew Guffey Ryan Harper Kayla King Willow Lambert

Carson Lester Blake Saunders Adam Pruitt Briley Saunders Faith Sibert

Jacquelyn Vaughn Daria Washington Charlie Watts Dimitri Sims Brandon White

Class of 2017

Freely Give

Matthew 10:8 Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse the lepers, cast out demons. Freely you received, freely give. Have you ever been charged for something that was supposed to be free? I remember my brother doing that when we were little. My dad would buy a churro and divide it among the kids, then my brother would say that if I wanted my piece I had to pay him 1 peso. He still laughs about it now. In Matthew, Jesus is sending the apostles on a mission. To assist them in the mission, he gives them authority to heal the sick, raise the dead, clean lepers and cast out demons. Jesus tells them one more thing. These things you have freely received, give them freely to others. The apostles now have the power to do all these things. They have no reason to hold back from helping whoever needed them. This account in the Bible makes me think of all the things God has given to us. Everything that we have received comes from God. God has given us freely of his love and grace, and we should be able to do the same for whomever needs it. God’s love and God’s grace has been freely given to us. We should freely give it to all. - David

Fruit of the Spirit

Please join us for the Riverchase Senior Banquet

Honoring our 2017 Graduates

Saturday, May 13 6:00 p.m. - 9:oo p.m.

Riverchase Church of Christ

Sunday attire

Seniors and their parents are our guests Additional guests $12.50 each

Senior Bible Presentation: Sunday, May 14, at the beginning of

second service.

Your Talents to Teach Jesus

Tim Yaeger “I baptize you with water for repentance. But after me comes one who is more powerful than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire." - Matthew 3:11. Everyone has a special talent; something you are good at doing. We all have something important to do for God. He has given us all special gifts to do His Will. John the Baptist’s purpose was to tell people that Jesus was coming. He worked so hard telling the people about Jesus that he didn't care what he had to eat. So he ate locusts and honey. His gift was the ability to give up comfort to preach about Jesus. God called John the Baptist to prepare the way for Jesus. People needed to make a change in their hearts in order to enter God's Kingdom. The people had to admit that they were sinners and then repent. John the Baptist and Jesus wanted everyone to repent of sin and turn to God. Jesus paid the price and died on the cross to take our punishment, and He rose from the dead to give us eternal life. We can be with Jesus forever in Heaven! Remember when we do wrong… God will forgive us when we repent, ask forgiveness and try our best to live for him! Take some time today to pray, read God’s word and let Him lead you to your purpose and how you can use your gift to teach the Gospel of Jesus Christ to those around you everyday.

6th Grade Reception Sunday, May 21, 7:00 p.m.

In the Reception Room Please RSVP by Friday, May 12.

Bible Study Early Worship Late Worship Total Sunday Morning Sunday Night Contribution YTD Average Budget

388 240 366 606 275

$40,738.94 $36,319.62 $36,000.00

For the Record

Sunday, May 7, 2017

Upcoming Events

• LiveWires! Game Night: Friday, May 12, 6:30 p.m. in the reception room.

• Senior Banquet: Saturday, May 13, 6:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center.

• Senior Reception: Sunday, May 14, 9:00 a.m. in the teen room.

• Senior Bible Presentation: Sunday, May 14, at the beginning of second service.

• LiveWires! Trip to The Ark and Creation Museum: Wednesday-Saturday, May 17-20.

• AC/PT Supper: Wednesday, May 17, 6:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center.

• Kindergarten Bible Presentation: Sunday, May 21, at the beginning of second service.

• Bridal Tea for Kayla Tamez Self, Bride of Seth Self: Sunday, May 21, 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. in the reception room. They are registered at Bed, Bath and Beyond and Target.

• 6th Grade Graduation Reception: Sunday, May 21, 7:00 p.m. in the reception room.

Dear Riverchase Family, Beth, Brenda and I would like to thank you for the beautiful cards and prayers on the family’s behalf in the death of my brother, Danny. We are so thankful for friends like you. In Christian Love, Ryan & Beth Holsonback and Brenda Lowery

Dear Riverchase Church, I have enjoyed the cards and letters so very much. They are so uplifting. Please continue to pray for me. Thank you, Norma Nabors

Dear Church Family, I keep praying I will soon be back to worship. I am dealing with several medical problems. Sometimes I get lonely and I get a sweet card or a call and it makes me feel better. Thank you, Sarah Wolford

Summer Mission Trips June 3-9 a group of our teens will be traveling to Orlando, Florida, to Give Kids the World Village. They partner with Make a Wish Foundation. July 9-14 a group of teens will also be traveling to Bowling Green, Kentucky, to Potter Children’s Home. July 16-22 a group of our High School Seniors and their parents will be going on a mission trip to Montana. Throughout the summer, they will also be doing several local mission projects: (Mission Hometown) to help out in our community. If you would like to donate to these mission efforts, earmark them for teen summer missions. You may turn in your checks to any of the office staff. Above all, remember us in your prayers this summer. Thank you.

Sympathy

Our sympathy is extended to Chris, Amy, Landon and Madison White in the death of Amy’s brother, Blake Winningham. The funeral was last week in Gadsden. Special prayers have been requested on behalf of her parents, David & Artie Winningham The White’s address is 2514 Willow Brook Circle, Birmingham, Alabama 35242.

David and Emily Homan Proudly announce the birth of their son, Levi. He was born Sunday, May 7. He weighed 10 lbs. and 4 oz. and was 23 inches long. The proud grandparents are Carl and Kelly Watts and the proud uncle is Charlie.

PLEASE JOIN US FOR A 90TH BIRTHDAY PARTY

CELEBRATING

Annabelle Chabert

SUNDAY, JUNE 4 1:30 P.M.—3:00 P.M

IN THE RECEPTION ROOM

Congratulations

Congratulations to Haley Davenport Brown who graduated from University of Alabama with a Masters of Science degree in Speech -Language Pathology.

Congratulations to Dillon Holsonback who graduated from Harding University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and Leadership and Ministry. He is the son of Ryan and Beth Holsonback.

Congratulations to Connor Porterfield who graduated Cum Laude from Auburn University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences and a minor in Spanish. He is the son of Stephen and Donna Porterfield.

Congratulations to Kate Snow who graduated Summa Cum Laude from Auburn University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education with a Minor in International Studies. She is the daughter of Mark and Diane Snow.

This week at Riverchase:

Friday, May 12 • LiveWires! Game Night Saturday, May 13 • Senior Banquet Sunday, May 14 • Senior Reception Wednesday - Saturday, May 17-20 • LIveWires! Trip to the ARK and Creation Museum Wednesday, May 17 • AC/PT Family Supper

Please continue to remember in prayer: Noreen Anderson (Jina O’Clair’s mother), Patricia Anderson (former member), Greg Case (Penny’s husband), Tommie Cleghorn (Jay’s mother), Bonnie Daniels (Turner’s friend), Wynonia Davis (Peggy Jackson’s mother), Celia Dorantes (David’s mom), Brenda Forehand (Joyce Bowen’s sister), Robert Garner (Paula Davis’ friend), Joan Harris (Betz’s friend), Jim Hollon (Clemmons’ friend), Richard Howe (Steve’s dad), Butch Johnson (Dana Jones’ brother), Martha Manwarring (former member) Nancy Marlo (Tami Picantine’s sister), Ralph Martin (Kristi Sibert’s dad), Charles Mills (Robert and Michelle’s father), Dell Moody (Jane Windam’s cousin), Maxine Mount (Darrell’s mother), Jay Odom (Kevin Arvin’s brother-in-law), Claudia Sibert (John’s mother), Deb Rose (Heidi Bogg’s mother), Kristy Tatum (Rardin’s neighbor), Roger Thomas (Fabray Turner’s uncle), Olen Vickery (Kim Ledingham’s brother-in-law), Bill Wright (Georgia Vaughn’s father).

Please pray for our active duty deployed military: Thomas Balentine ( Rejetta’s son) Jimmy Hendley (Jim & Peggy’s son)

Riverchase Family: Glinda Boone (#2) in room 111 at Aspire in Hoover with health problems. Barry Crauswell (#7) heart cath was normal. Levi Homan (#4) newborn son of David & Emily Homan in NICU with elevated temperature and white blood count. Lori Lambert (#7) recovering at home from surgery. Vicki Loyd (#3) health issues. Martha Mann (#4) in room 40B at Diverse Care after falling and fracturing her leg. Jean Oglesby (#3) in room 312 at Aspire in Hoover recovering from hip surgery. No visitors please. Caleb Turrentine (#4) will have open heart surgery Tuesday, May 23, at UAB. CONTINUE TO REMEMBER THESE MEMBERS: FTG #1: Rejetta Balentine, Lynda Cardwell, Angie Dickinson, Jean Marshall, Michelle Whitaker FTG #2: John Bearden, Henry & Vonda Cook, Dottie Harbst, Ed & Nina Pitchford, Bob Snider, Jo Wamack FTG #3: Ray & Martha Johnston, Becky Carter, David Hare, Nona Miller, Thelma Moon FTG #4: Jeff Carroll, Elaine Evans, Peggy Rogers, Corrinne Taylor, Norma Thomas FTG #5: Jake Cole, Clark Kelley, Shirley Wilson, Norma Nabors FTG #6: Erick Boggs, Michelle Dichiara, John Gibson, Grover Jackson, Kathleen Perkins, Ollie Scott, Sarah Wolford FTG #7: Don & Jan Haefner, Judy Ingram, Candy Parker, Georgia Vaughn ADD TO YOUR PRAYER LIST OUR FRIENDS AND RELATIVES: Alice Ball (Michael’s mother) breast cancer has returned. Pat Beavers (Billy Gaines’ cousin) cancer. Jessica Brown (Glenda’s daughter in law) breast cancer. Becky Carr (friend of Hill’s) liver cirrhosis. Cathy Crittenden (Dee Davis’ friend) brain tumor. Lee Dawkins (Jane Snider’s cousin) cancer has returned. Teresa Evans (friend of the Peters’) breast cancer. Renee Folk (Cindy Thompson’s cousin) cancer. Sam Gray (Ward’s neighbor) cancer. Karen Green (Norma Thomas’ daughter) health issues. Scott Green (Cindy Thompson’s cousin) brain tumor. Jan Hall (Helen Haskew’s sister - in - law) health issues. Kim Harmon (friend of the Dorantes) health issues. Robert Hughes (Emma Aycock’s brother) recovering from a car accident. Bob Hull (Howe’s brother-in-law ) cancer. Kent Ingram (Anthony Dotson’s uncle) colon cancer. Merl Karrh (Jackie Mathews’ mother) shingles. Cody Krantz (youth minister at North Boulevard CoC in Murfreesboro) brain tumor. Sharon Lawley (Brandy Tuech’s mother –in-law) chemo. Tonya Masoner (Judy Masoner’s daughter) chemo. David McFall (Julie Shebs brother) health problems. Art Mealer (Bill Mealer’s brother) abdominal aortic aneurysm. Wayne Miller (Snow’s friend) cancer. Lynda Morris (Jim Hendley’s mother) health problems. Lowell Newton (Michael’s dad) prostate cancer. Jimmy O’Clair (Jina’s father-in-law) lung cancer. Teresa Ragland (Becky Steen’s sister) cancer. McKenzie Ray (friend of Amber Henderson) leukemia. Teresa Richards (friend of the Hills) breast cancer. Miller Rock (Jonn Rock’s brother) health issues. John Sehon (Helen Haskew’s uncle) heath problems. Dustin Semore (Sims son-in-law) mini-stroke. Billy Shikle (Helen Haskew’s brother in law) chemo. Mary Ella Sirmon (The Sirmon’s granddaughter) seizures. Hunter Smith (teen from North Alabama) in Children’s Hospital with brain injury. Pam Snider (Bob Snider’s niece) under hospice care. Peggy Stocks (Snider’s friend) melanoma. Paul Strength (Cindy Thompson’s cousin) tumor on his kidney. Nicole Valentine (Ward’s friend) cancer. Cindy Van Beck (friend of Posey’s) cancer. Carol Watson (Fred Langdon’s sister) lymphoma. Don Watson (Fred Langdon’s brother in law) dementia. Andra White (Cindy Thompson’s cousin) cancer. Raymond White (Cindy Thompson’s cousin) health problems. Craig Windle (Elaine Evans brother - in - law) spot on kidney. Ann Williams (friend of Georgia Vaughn) breast cancer.

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