SUNDAY -- JULY 25, 2010 

TODAY   

     Greeter:    Betty McKenzie & Ray Anderson

       Scripture Reader:     Shirley Olson

      Deacon of the Day:    Carol Kogut

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NEXT WEEK  

       Greeters :    

      Scripture Reader:  

     Deacon of the Day : 

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    MEDITATION 

         MEMORIAL FLOWERS: 

The flowers in the sanctuary today have been placed there to the glory of God and in loving memory of: 

    A birthday remembrance for Robert C. Olson, from his wife Shirley

                   John O'Connor, from his wife Priscilla

                       PRAYER LIST                            
                 FOR THOSE HOSPITALIZED & HOMEBOUND  
           Donna Dyson   Art LecCarbeau   Liam Olson    Jan Olson  
Priscilla O’Connor  Denise Rocha   Scott Soderquist   Marion Thomas    

                     Please remember them in your thoughts and prayers. 
           A card of good cheer would help brighten their day. 
           If you need an address, please call the office.

   WELCOME TO VISITORS! 
Please sign our Guest Book in the narthex. 
Special requests by our visitors may be noted on the 
Visitor's Registration cards located in each pew. 
Place the cards in the offering plate or give to an usher.

THIS WEEKS ACTIVITIES:                                             

July 25	Sunday	10:00 AM	Worship
July 26	Monday
July 27	Tuesday	7:00PM 7:30PM	Rd Recovery Choir
July 28	Wednesday	8:00AM 10:00AM	Bradley   Bible Discussion
July 29	Thursday	8:00AM 9-12noon 11:00AM 6:300PM 7:30PM	Bradley Cobweb Bradley N/A O/A
July 30	Friday
July 31	Saturday	7:00AM	Carousel Group

                                *RFC-Riverside Family Center    
                                 *N/A-Narcotics Anonymous
                                *O/A- Overeaters Anonymous

              
               Announcements       Announcements  

 

   Fellowship Time 
We invite all to join us in fellowship immediately following worship today.  
Jane Adams Guild are hostess for month of June.   
Our hosts for the month of July are members of the Choir

   Website Info
 In an effort to reduce costs, the Trustees are looking for information regarding building and maintaining a web-site for the church. We currently use Web Medley, which is user friendly, however, we are hoping to reduce the current cost of $500. If you have any suggestions that may be helpful, or, if you have knowledge in building a web site and would like to lend a hand,  please contact Ruth Andre at 433-4519 or by email at ruthgeneandre@cox.net. Thank you!

 Bible Discussion 
All are cordially invited to a Bible Discussion get-together on
Wednesday at 10:00 A.M.  

 

   Park Bench
As part of our combined community service project, the kids of RFC and members of the church have joined together to improve the neighborhood by planting flowers in the containers across the street.  We have now embarked on a fund raising project to have a park bench installed.  If you wish to donate to the "bench" fund, a basket is located in the sactuary, or you can purchase raffle tickets for a "snack basket" including a $15 Game Stop Certificate.  Thanks for you help!

   Moderator’s Corner 
Peter will offer his comments every two weeks in the bulletin.  If you missed any of his messages, copies are posted on the bulletin board in Bristol Hall.

      Boy Scout Project
 Boy Scout Troop 55 is sponsoring a collection of assorted toiletries to provide basic needs to those less fortunate.  Items needed are: combs, tothpaste, toothbrushes, baby wipes, formula , diapers, baby powder, shampoo, soap, feminine hygiene produts, razors, lotion.  A complete list of items is located on the box in the narthex. Your support in helping those in need is most appreciated. Thank you. 

   
We Share Hope 
We have been blessed to be participants in the “We Share Hope” program that distributes food to churches and soup kitchens throughout the Greater Providence area. Some of us have volunteered as food delivery staff. In addition, every other Thursday we have provided a meal to the food delivery staff. If anyone is interested in making lunch for the “WE Share Hope” volunteers please see the Pastor. Available dates are;  June 10th, or June 24th. 

       Bottles and Cans
While we are very grateful for your deposit of bottles and cans, we must ask that they be rinsed out before placing them in the kitchen.  The small amount of remaining soda causes a messy and sticky site.  Also, please be aware that the soda bottles carrying a Cumberland Farms brand are not redeemable.  Many thanks to Cory Waitt, and Malcolm Rochford who take the bottles and cans to the redemption center.  Their most recent trip netted $37.00 for the General Fund.

    Visitation  
Reverend Gene would like to visit members and friends of the congregation on Wednesdays of each week. Please see the Deacon of the Day during fellowship time to schedule your visit. Discussion will center around any subject of your choice. If Wednesday is not convenient for you, please let the Deacon know and another day will be scheduled.     

    Prescription Coverage
United Way has partnered with FamilyWize to make available discount prescriptions to those who do not have coverage or whose plan may not cover certain medications.  To learn more about the program, pickup a discount card and an informational sheet in the narthex.  For more information click on www.familywize.org --- or dial 211,a statewide help line.Bob Spaulding of Hope Church at 434-2415 or the parsonage at 438-5845 

    
  Food Pantry
We continue to collect all non perishable foods for delivery to the local Food Pantry.  Donations over the summer months have dwindled and your help & support in filling the shelves is greatly needed.  In these days of tough economic times, your generosity is needed more than ever.
We are in need of peanutbutter, jelly and canned meals such as: raviolli, spaghetti, fruit,etc. that are in pull tab cans.  As always your generosity is appreciated.  Thank You for all that you do

   Coupons
We have been asked to thelp the EP Senior Center collect manufacturer's coupons for our military families.  The coupons will be clipped and given to families for use at the PX Commissaries.  Please place your coupons in the designated box in the narthex, or drop them off at the Senior Center on Waterman Avenue.  If you have any questions, please speak with Gloria Meservey, 434-9192.  The Seniors are assisted in this effort by college students who earn credits for their work.
   We have recently learned that the manufacturer’s coupons that you have so generously brought in, is making a tremendous difference in the lives of our military families. First, all coupons sent to military bases overseas carry an extended six months expiration. With your help, as of December 1st, the EP Senior Center has mailed over $50,000.00 in coupons to the families of our military troops. 
Yes, Riverside Congregational, you are helping to make a difference!

   Soup Kettle
The "kettle" is placed in the rear of the sanctuary each week to receive your much needed  donations in support of those in our community who are in need and the Pastor's fund for those in need and the Deacons Fund.  Thanks so much for your generosity.