FALL SEMESTERSeptember 7 – December 6, 2014

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Bible - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1Book Studies - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2Children - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2Communication - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4Creative Arts - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5Family & Parenting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6Finances - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7Helps - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8Homeschooling - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10Hospitality - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10Men - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11Missions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12Outreach - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12Prayer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13Recovery/Support - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13Recreation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15Seniors - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15Spiritual Growth - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16Women - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17Young Adults - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 19Youth - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 19Index of Groups by Day - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21

Dear Riverside family and friends,

My body is not as flexible as it used to be. I see little children squat and stand effortlessly, bend and twist in all directions, and do endless somersaults and cartwheels as they play and I wonder if I was ever that malleable. It takes more effort to do things that once came easily to me. Sadly, the news is not

good. My golf swing will get shorter and my shoehorn longer. As we age our joints wear down, muscles tighten, and bones become more brittle.

Similarly, our faith can become more brittle as we grow older. We take fewer risks, embrace less change, and tend to live in the past. Our steps of faith turn into shuffles rather than leaps. This tendency is not limited to chronological age, however. I know many older believers who are young in faith and young believers who suffer early-onset spiritual arthritis.

When questioned about why his disciples were not fasting as often as John’s disciples, Jesus answered using two metaphors. A new patch sewn into an old garment will pull away from the old garment causing a greater tear, and new wine poured into old wineskins will cause the old wineskins to burst (Matthew 9:16-17). His point? God is doing something new, and it will do you well to flex your faith to embrace it.

As RCC faces a new season, God is challenging us to flex our faith. The theme for this season is “Stretch.” Throughout Scripture, from Abraham to Acts to Revelation, God calls his people to believe him for more. Paul’s personal theme and constant encouragement to the early church was “forget the things that are behind and strain toward what is ahead (Philippians 3:13).” God is doing some wonderful new things at RCC! God wants to do new things for you and me too! I pray your faith will be stretched this season!

Flexing (my faith, that is),

Pastor Bill

OUR MISSION STATEMENT: RiversideexistssothatpeoplewillfindandfollowJesus.

OUR CULTURE:“Our dream is to be welcoming and relevant to this generation, connectingpeopletoJesusChristthattheywouldbetransformed by the power of God’s love and empowered by the HolySpirittoradicallychangetheworldaroundthem.”

Characteristics of “Free Market” Small Groups:

1. Theymeetregularly(preferablyweekly).2. Theyhavethreeormorepeopleattending,includingthe

leader.3. Theydevelopandidentifyanassistantleader.4. TheymodelourcorevaluesbystrivingtoRevereGodwith

their worship, Connect with each other for their growth, and ContributetoGod’splanforhumankind.5. Unlessspecified,theywelcomenewpeopleintothegroup anytime duringthesemester.6. Theyaresupportedbysectionandzoneleaders.7. Theydevelopgroupmembersintofutureleaders.8. Theyencouragegroupmemberstoinvitepeoplewhoare outside ofthechurch.9. Theycompletetheirtopicbythestartofthenext Sign-UpRally.10.Theygrow.

Frequently Asked Questions …

What is a small group?An opportunity for people to connect weekly as they journey through lifetogether.Spiritual,emotionalandrelationalgrowthtakesplaceaseveryonesharesintheeverydayexperiencesoflife.Who leads the groups?A trained leader and apprentice leader facilitates and encouragesgroupconversation.Can I change groups if I want to?Absolutely.Ourgroupleaderswillencourageyoutovisitafewgroups beforeselectingthebestoneforyou.Ifyouarecurrentlyin a group and would like to make a change, just ask your leader forarecommendation.What is the commitment to a group?When you select a group, you will be asked to make a commitment to attend your group’s meeting each week and to contribute in yourgroup’sdiscussionandactivities.Notermlimitisrequired,butwe believe that spiritual, emotional and relational growth with a grouptakestime.

HOW TO USE THE SMALL GROUP CATALOG1. Lookforagroupthatinterestsyouandthatmeetsattimes

when youareavailable.2. CalltheSmallGroupLeadertonotifythegroupleaderofyour interestandtofindoutmoreinformationaboutthegroup.3. Stillneedsomehelp?Contactusat412-828-2488or office@riversideconnect.orgformoreassistance.

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BIBLEGoing DeeperBill Ellis (412-828-2488)With Sunday’s sermon as the source and practical application as the goal, this discussion group will explore the scriptural text and expound on the topic of theweekendmessages.FurtherreflectiononSunday’steaching will help you move beyond merely hearing theWordtoproactivelyinternalizingtheSpirit’svoice.Thosewhoenjoyopendialoguewithotherswhoshareahumbleandcuriousmindsetwillbenefitmostfromthisgroup.Child Care: YesOakmont – Room 302 Wednesday@7:00p.m.Requirements: Bible

The Life And Ministry Of JesusMark Tuttle (412-760-9979) ThisstudyisapresentationofJesusandHisministryaspresentedinthefourGospels.Wewillstartwithatop -level overview of His life, followed by a look at specificeventsandteachings.WewillplaceanemphasisonhowwecanapplylessonsfromthelifeofJesusinourownlives.Child Care: Yes Oakmont Wednesday@7:00p.m.Requirements: Bible

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BOOK STUDIESChristian Atheist

Toni Gasiorowski (412-667-2518)Are you putting your whole faith in God… but living asifeverythingisuptoyou?DoyoubelieveinGod

butliveasifHedoesn’texist?YoucouldbeaChristianatheist.Inthisstudy,we’lltakeapersonaljourneytoward

anauthentic,God-honoringlife.Becomemorethan“Christianinname”throughthiseye-openinglookinto

the ways you can surrender to God completely, living everydaydependingupontheHolySpirit.

Child Care: Yes Oakmont – Room 204

Wednesday@7:00p.m.Requirements:Thebook,“TheChristianAtheist:

BelievinginGodbutLivingAsIfHeDoesn’tExist”byCraigGroeschelwillbeavailableforpurchase.

CHILDRENFor more information regarding Children’s Ministry small groups

please contact Denise Churchel at 412-828-2488.

Mills9:00 a.m.

Nursery0-2yearolds(Nursery)Preschool3-5yearolds(Room3)Kindergarten-Grade1(Room4)ElementaryGrades2-3(Room2)ElementaryGrades4-6(Room1)

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11:00 a.m.Nursery0-2yearolds(Nursery)Preschool3-5yearolds–Kindergarten(Room3)ElementaryGrades1-3(Room2)ElementaryGrades4-6(Room1)

Oakmont – Sunday9:00 a.m.Nursery0-2yearolds(Room102)Preschool3-4yearolds(Room104)Kindergarten-Grade4(Room105)ElementaryGrades5-6(Room302)

11:00 a.m.Nursery0-2yearolds(Room102)Preschool3-4yearolds(Room104)Kindergarten-Grade1(Room103)ElementaryGrades2-4(Room105)ElementaryGrades5-6(Room302)

Oakmont – Wednesday 7:00 p.m.Nursery0-2yearolds(Room102)Preschool3yearolds-Kindergarten(Room104)ElementaryGrades1-5(Sanctuary)

“Shake hands warmly with each other.” Romans 16:16 (Living)

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COMMUNICATIONCan You Hear Me Now?

Jill Tuttle (412-798-0394)Have you ever been called on to speak and felt like crawlingunderyourchair?Haveyoueveravoided

participating in activities knowing you would be called ontospeak,evenifitisjusttoanswerquestions?Havebutterfliestakenoveryourintestinaltractandyoufeltyourfaceflush?Wouldgoodspeakingskillshelpyou

atworkoronajobinterview?Haveyoueverwatchedareally good communicator and come away thinking, “I

wishIcoulddothat?”Greatcommunicatorsarenotbornthatway.Theyworktohonetheirskills.Jointhissmall

groupaswespend10weekslearningANDPRACTICINGthebasicsofpublicspeaking.Youwillhavefun,makefriendsandgainconfidenceinyourselfinamutuallysupportiveenvironment.Whyshouldn’tfollowersof

Jesusbethebestcommunicators?WecarryHiskingdomwords of healing and freedom to a lost and hurting world

thatdesperatelyneedsto“hearyounow”.Child Care:No

Oakmont – Room 105Saturday@10:00a.m.

Requirements:The“Speechcraft”manualbyToastmasterswillbeavailableforpurchase.

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CREATIVE ARTSWorship ChoirMark Piccolino (412-378-2187) & Rich Bowman (412-445-8887)Thissemesterwe’llbepreparingfortheChristmasmusical,“WhataGloriousNight”.ThisnewmusicalexploresthemiraculoussettingsurroundingthatfirstChristmaslong,longagowhen,onawonder-filled,starlitnight, angels ushered in the arrival of our promised Redeemer,SaviorandKing.Itwillbeamulti-mediapresentation with music, live instruments, drama and video.JoinusasweprepareforthisoutreachtobeheldthesecondweekendofDecember.Child Care:NoOakmont – Sanctuary Tuesday@7:00p.m.Requirements:Thisgroupisopentoallwhoenjoysinging.

Worship Team Chad Zollo (412-828-2488) & Dave Longstreth (412-828-2488) Musicians and vocalists that help to create an atmosphere of heartfelt worship in children, student and adultgatherings.Child Care: YesMills,Nexus&OakmontSunday@9:00&11:00a.m.Sunday@7:00p.m.Wednesday@7:00p.m.Requirements:Rehearsalsareduringtheweek.Proficiencyineithervoiceoraninstrumentisrequired,andplacementinabandisdecidedthroughauditions.

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FAMILY & PARENTINGSingle & Parenting

Michelle SeNay (412-795-8648) & Lori Sullivan (540-207-6258)

If you’re a single parent, you’re probably tired, overwhelmedandfeelingabitunderappreciated.There

aren’tmanypeoplewhotrulyunderstandtheuniquechallengessingleparentsface.Youdeeplydesiretodowhat’s best for your kids, but sometimes it’s all you can

dotosurvivefromonedaytothenext.That’swhyweareoffering this group – to share tips and parenting wisdom thatwillhelpyoufindrest,hopeandencouragement.In our sessions together we’ll talk about how to wisely encourage our kids to obey, help our hurting children, eliminatedebt,dealwithverbalonslaughtsandfigureoutwhatyourownemotionsaretellingyou.Plus,you’ll

develop meaningful friendships with other single parents, who, like you, are tired of hectic mornings and chaotic

evenings,thekidsfighting,andanever-endingto-dolist.Child Care: Yes

Parkside – Room 203 Wednesday@7:00p.m.

Requirements: The“SingleandParenting”Workbookwillbeavailableforpurchase.

“But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called Today, so that none of you may be hardened by

sin’s deceitfulness.” Hebrews 3:13 (NIV)

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FINANCESFinancial Peace UniversityLibby Bracco (412-600-7703)Financial Peace University is a life -changing 9 -week programonpersonalfinance.Totallyupdatedandredesigned, its aim is to empower people to manage moneybetter,eliminatedebtandbuildwealth.Allmaterial is biblically based and taught via video by Dave Ramsey.Child Care:NoOakmont – Café Thursday@7:00p.m.Requirements:Participant’sKit($100)

Money Wi$eDavid Kennard (412-828-2488)Thisgroupisdesignedtohelpyoumanagetheresources you’ve been given according to God’s vision andvalues.MoneyandpossessionscaneitherbeagreatcatalystorastumblingblockasyoufollowJesus.He said that there is a direct correlation between your relationship to material things and your relationship to God.Sowearecommittedtohelpingyouhandlemoneywisely as you live with an eternal mindset by embracing alifeofstewardshipandgenerosity.Inaddition,amajorfocusofthisgroupwillbehowtopassalongfinancialwisdomtoyourchildrenandgrandchildren.Child Care: YesOakmontWednesday@7:00p.m.Requirements:Costis$20perfamilytocovermaterials.

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HELPSMeals Ministry

Tricia Ritchie (724-561-5755) Providemealsforthosewhohaveaneed(e.g.surgery,a

newbaby,hospitalization,cancertreatment,etc.).Onanas-neededbasis.

Outside Impressions Team (Landscape)Linda Tursky (412-452-3403)

ThisgroupwillmeetonceortwiceonSaturdaymorningsto prepare Riverside Oakmont for the Spring/Summer

andFall/Winterseasons.Thisgroupprovidesanexcellent way for you to help the church with your time

as well as providing fellowship with others from the RCC familynomatterwhatsiteyouattend.Byusingvolunteerwork instead of hiring a landscaping service, the church

saves money each year to redirect to missions and other causes.Thosewhosignupwillbenotifiedwhatthe

schedulewillbeforeachseason.Supportingthisgroupimproves the image of the church in the community and providesfirst-timevisitorswithapositivefirstimpression.

Child Care:NoOakmont 401 Building

Saturdays As Scheduled Requirements: A willingness to serve as a Minister of First

Impressions.

Outside Impressions Team (Lawn)Tom Robinson (724-224-2373)

Thisgroupprovidesanexcellentwayforyoutohelpthechurch with your time as well as providing fellowship

with others from the RCC family no matter what site youattend.Byusingvolunteerworkinsteadofhiringa

landscaping service, the church saves money each year toredirecttomissionsandothercauses.

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AllequipmentandtoolsareprovidedbyRiverside.Supporting this group improves the image of the church inthecommunityandprovidesfirst-timevisitorswithapositivefirstimpression.Ifyouarewillingtoservejust2to 4 times during the grass mowing season, please signup.Child Care:NoOakmont 401 BuildingThursdays,FridaysorSaturdaysasyourscheduleandweatherpermit.Requirements: A willingness to serve as a Minister of First Impressions;lawncareequipmentisprovided.

Stephen Ministry Supervision Laurie Lesoon (412-828-2488)Provide one -on -one support to people going through importantordifficulttimes.Child Care:NoOakmont – Room 105 Wednesday@6:00p.m.

Visitation MinistryJim & Bonnie Fowkes (412-559-9442)Provide comfort and support to those who are hospitalizedorhomebound.Onanas-neededbasis.

“When you do things, do not let selfishness or pride be your guide. Instead, be humble and give more honor to others than to yourselves.” Philippians 2:3 (NCV)

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HOMESCHOOLINGHomeschool/Cyber School Support

Alea Laughery (724-275-1113)Whether you homeschool traditionally or cyber

school,weallneedsupportalongtheway.Thisgroupprovides times for just us moms and a chance to plan

opportunities for our children to interact both through learningandfun.Ifyou’rethinkingaboutalternativewaysofeducatingyourchild,comeandexploretheoptions.Ifyou have years of experience, come and share what you

havelearnedalongtheway.Childcare:NoMills–Lounge

Tuesday@7:30p.m.Requirements:Thisgroupisforcurrentorprospective

homeschool/cyberschoolfamilies.

HOSPITALITYBanquet Ministry

Laurie Lesoon (412-828-2488)Assist in setting up, decorating, serving food and

cleaningupatspecialevents.Onanas-neededbasis.

Connection TeamLaurie Lesoon (412-828-2488)

Create a welcoming atmosphere by providing direction, answeringquestions,distributingliterature,receivingthe

offering,andpreparingandservingcommunion.Sunday@9:00&11:00a.m.

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MENMen At Work: Digging In To DevelopShawn Fenner (724-826-0705) & Vince Mercuri (724-388-7991)Whenacontractorbeginstobuildahouse,hemustfirstbuildthefoundation.Beforehecanbuildthefoundation,hemustfirstdigintopreparethegroundwherethefoundationwillbebuilt.Thissemesterwe’llbeputtingour hard hats on and digging into God’s Word as we continue the journey of developing into the men God wantsustobe.Nobooks,novideos–justagroupofmenstudyingthebookofRomanstogether.Theonlyexpectation is to strap on your tool belt and come preparedtowork.Child Care:NoMills–LoungeMonday@7:00p.m.Requirements: Bible

Men Of Integrity Dale Campalong (412-595-4623)FromtheTVtotheInternet,printmediatovideos,men are constantly faced with the assault of sensual images.Itisimpossibletoavoidsuchtemptations…but,thankfully,notimpossibletoriseabovethem.Thisgroupisdesignedtohelpyoubeamanofpurity.Ifyoudesiretowalkintruespiritualintegrity,the“EveryMan’sBattle”studypresentsapractical,detailedplanthatwillequipyoutopersevereinyourindividualpursuitofGod.Child Care:NoOakmont – Room 301 Saturday@8:00a.m.Requirements:Thebook,“EveryMan’sBattle”byStephenArterburnwillbeavailableforpurchase.

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MISSIONSJustice Partners Missions Trafficking Outreach

Laura Kacy (412-956-1857)Thisgroupexiststoadvocateandpromoteawarenessoftheevilofhumantraffickingandsexualslaveryandtoendorseorganizationsthatsupportthevictims,bothrescuedandlost.Wecollaborateonprojectswithotherorganizationsbystaffing,praying,andfundraisingtoaidin the rescue and aftercare of women and youth coming outofforcedprostitutionandslavelabor.TheHolySpiritleadsusthroughprayerandmovesustoaction.Comesee where your talents may be of service in one of the

localministrieslistedbelow.Childcare:No

Requirements:ThisgroupmeetsandservesoffsiteaswepartnerwiththeNorthwayChristianJusticeTeam,the

FBI/ProjecttoEndHumanTrafficking,LivingInLiberty(asafehouseinthePghareafortherestorationof

rescuedwomen)andtheInternationalJusticeMission’sPANetworkbybringing“twolives,unitedbyprayer”.

OUTREACHGo! Group

Jocelyn Hood (412-527-1536) & Gary Whitmore (724-274-2550)

Go! Group meets several times each month to serve in varioussettingsinthesurroundingcommunities.Wealso

serve at the Homewood Food Bank Distribution Center onthesecondSaturdayeachmonthfrom8:00a.m.to12:00p.m.TheGO!Groupisdesignedforpeoplewho

want to make a difference in the world around them beginninghereingreaterPittsburgh.

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PRAYERPrayer WallAt RCC we practice the scriptural admonition to “pray withoutceasing”.Wearecommittedtoaligningourselveswith the will of God and that happens in regular times of prayer.WehaveseenGoddothemiraculousbytakingseriouslythecommandto“carryoneanother’sburdens”,so we have dedicated a portion of our website to lifting eachotherupinprayer.Userscanbrowsethewebsite,reviewandprayforrequestsandpostyourownprayerrequests.Youhavetheoptiontoshareopenly,anonymouslyorexclusivelytothestaff.AllentriesareavailabletoandfilteredbyRCCstaff.Pleasevisitandparticipate in the prayer section regularly at http://www.riversideconnect.org/#/contact/prayer-wall.Contactthechurchofficeat412-828-2488oroffice@riversideconnect.orgformoreinformation.

RECOVERY & SUPPORTCelebrate RecoveryFrank & Jennifer Lombardo (412-517-8028)Celebrate Recovery is a biblical and balanced program that helps us overcome our hurts, hang -ups, and habits including but not limited to drug and alcohol addictions, sexaddictionandeatingdisorders.WeutilizeRecoveryPrinciplesbasedontheactualwordsofJesusfromtheSermonontheMountratherthanpsychologicaltherapy.Thisgroupprovidessupport,hopeandhealingformenandwomeninpursuitofalifeFREEfromaddictivebehaviors,relationshipsandsubstances.

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In an environment of anonymity, we share our experiences, strengths and hopes, and how God and the

twelve steps have changed our lives along the journey ofrecovery.

Child Care:NoOakmont – Room 105 Tuesday@7:00p.m.

Requirements:The“CelebrateRecoveryParticipant’sGuide”willbeavailableforpurchase.

DivorceCareLou & Heidi Serventi (Lou: 412-334-2704,

Heidi: 412-719-4599)DivorceCare is a friendly, caring group of people who

willwalkalongsideyouthroughoneoflife’smostdifficultexperiences.Don’tgothroughseparationordivorce

alone.Wemeettohelpyoufacethesechallengesandmovetowardrebuildingyourlife.

Child Care: YesOakmont – Room 207

Wednesday@7:00p.m.Requirements:Thisgroupisforanyonewhoisdivorced

or has experienced it and/or separation whether current, recentorevenyearsago.The“DivorceCareWorkbook”

willbeavailableforpurchase.

“If we can encourage others, we should encourage them.”

Romans 12:8 (CEV)

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RECREATIONPedal The WayKent Street (412-378-5388)AreyouacyclistwhoisreadytocompeteintheTourdeFrance, or are you a cyclist who prefers to take it slow andenjoythescenery?Nomatterwhichcyclistyouare,thisgroupisforyou.Severaltimeseachmonthwepedalalongoneofthemany“railstotrails”routesinandaroundourarea.Peopleofallagesandfitnesslevelsarewelcome,andeachrideisdoneatyourownpace.Thisisafamily-friendlyactivity,andchildrenarewelcome.Acompletescheduleisavailableathttp://pedaltheway.blogspot.com/.Child Care:No,butchildrenarewelcometoridewithaparent.VariousTimes&LocationsRequirements:Bicycleandhelmet.Youdonothavetoattendeveryeventorridethefulldistanceofeachroute.

SENIORSThe Lunch BunchLaurie Lesoon (412-828-2488)Meet for Bible study, lunch & fellowship with others in the primeoflife.Child Care:NoOakmont – Café 2ndThursday@11:30a.m.Requirements:Forthosewhoare60yearsorolder.Pleasebringalunch.

“You should not stay away from the church meetings, as some are doing, but you should meet together and encourage each other.” Hebrews 10:25 (NCV)

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SPIRITUAL GROWTHCure For The Common Life (Christianity 301)

Laurie Lesoon (412-828-2488)DaVincipaintedoneMonaLisa,Beethovencomposed

oneFifthSymphony,andGodmadeoneversionofYOU.Hecustom-designedyouforaone-of-a-kindassignment.Godmadeyou“You-nique”.Youwerebornpre-packed

forapurpose!Longbeforeyouwereborn,GodequippedyouwithspecialanduniquetoolstoachieveHispurposeandfulfillHisplan.ComethissemesteraswelooktodiscoveryouruniqueGod-giventalentsand

giftings! Child Care: Yes

Oakmont – Café Wednesday@7:00p.m.

Requirements:Thebook,“CureForTheCommonLife”byMaxLucado,willbeavailableforpurchase.

Learning To Follow Jesus

Tricia Ritchie (724-561-5755)LearningtoFollowJesuswillhelpyoudevelopthesevenessentialattributesofadiscipleofChrist.Together,we

will learn how to actively live out our faith through prayer andreadingScripture.Theattributeswe’llcoverare:

learntobewithJesus,learntolisten,learntoheal,learntoinfluence,learntolove,learntopray,andlearnto

manage.Bysharingwithothersinthisjourney,weseektobeauthenticfollowersofJesusandbecomeequipped

tohelpothersfindandfollowHim.Child Care: Yes

Oakmont – Room 301 Wednesday@7:00p.m.

Requirements:Thebook,“LearningToFollowJesus”byDanielMcNaughtonandBryanKochwillbeavailable

forpurchase.

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WOMENGirlfriends – Women’s Activity Planning Team Emily Tappe (412-862-9504) or Jane Cecconi (412-445-9172) Girlfriends is a ministry dedicated to spreading Christ’s lovetothewomenofthechurchandcommunity.Ourmission is to bring women of all ages and backgrounds togethertolaugh,talkandenjoyoneanother’scompany.We do this by hosting various social events throughout theyearexclusivelyforwomen.Inadditiontohavingfun, we also support local and global Christian missions through fund -raising efforts at various social events and activities.IfyouareinterestedinattendingaGirlfriend’sevent, you can be involved as little or as much as you wouldlike.Lookforannouncementsinthebulletin!Child Care:NoVariousLocations&EventsRequirements: For more information contact rccgirlfriends@verizon.netorwww.facebook.com/GirlfriendsRCC.

Sacred SecretsAmy Nichols (724-601-3280)Jesuswantstospendsecrettimewithyou—aninteriorrelationshipthat’suniquetojustyoutwo.SacredSecretsis the new study from Beth Moore that explores the theologyofsecrets.Secretscanbegoodorharmful.Some need forgiveness, and some should be kept betweenyouandGod.JoinustofindoutwhathappenswhenweletGodteachus“wisdominthesecretheart”(Psalm51:6,ESV).Child Care: Yes Oakmont – Room 203 Wednesday@7:00p.m.(BeginningOctober1)

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Requirements:The“SacredSecrets”journalbyBethMoorewillbeavailableforpurchase.Spaceislimitedandsign-upswillbeonafirst-come,first-servedbasis.

The Storm Inside Kim Cappuccio (412-828-7765)

As Women, life can bring many storms and some can devastateourlives.Ourownchoicesorthethingsotherpeopledotouscanbeequallyshattering.Godoffersusawaythroughthestorm.InTheStormInside,we’lllookat the stories of eight biblical women who traveled the

path from shame to love, from disappointment to hope, frominsecuritytoconfidence,fromdespairtofaith,andmore.We’llseethecrucialchoicestheymade,andwe’ll

lay hold of the grace that forgives what is past, gives strength for the present moment, and offers hope for

thefuture.Godsteppedintotheirlives,changedthem,andgavethemrolesinaccomplishingHispurposes.Hewantstodothesameforyou.WillyoujoinSheilaWalsh

indiscoveringtheirstories?Child Care: Yes

Oakmont – Room 307 Wednesday@7:00p.m.

Requirements:Bible;thebookandstudyguide,“TheStormInside–TradetheChaosofHowYouFeelfortheTruthofWhoYouAre”bySheilaWalshwillbeavailable

forpurchase.

“Let the words of Christ, in all their richness, live in your hearts and make you wise. Use his words to teach and counsel each other. Sing

psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts.” Colossians 3:16 (NLT)

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YOUNG ADULTSThe Table: A Young Adult CommunityMichael Evans (856-430-0187)TheTableisRCC’syoungadultministrythatisdesignedtoofferanatmospherewherequestions,doubt,andtruthcan be expressed in relation to one’s spiritual journey towardGod.It’saplaceofcommunitywherepeoplecanget invested in each other’s lives and grow in relationship withGodintheprocess.Whetheryoufindyourselfinaclassroom,office,orhomeduringtheweek,non-believing,believingorindifferent,cometoTheTabletowrestlewithlife’sbiggestquestionswhilejoiningothersoflikemindandlifestage.Ourweeklymeetingtimes will include coffee and discussion, and we will be eatingafullmealtogetheronceamonth.Pleasevisitourwebsiteatwww.thetableinbetween.orgformoreinformation.Child Care:NoParksideSaturday@7:00p.m.Requirements: College Age/20’s

YOUTHNexus offers two gatherings every week for students to take a break from the craziness of life, relax, recharge, hang out, have fun and experience God. Expect music, videos, food, challenging messages and, of course, great people! To get connected visit www.nexussm.org.

Junior High Students (Grades6-8)NexusWednesday@ 7:00p.m.

Senior High Students (Grades9-12)NexusSunday@7:00p.m.

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Nexus: Sr. High Donnie Marsh 412-828-2488 19

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Men At Work: Digging In Shawn Fenner 724-826-0705 11To Develop & Vince Mercuri 724-388-7991

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Celebrate Recovery Frank & Jennifer 412-517-8028 13 LombardoHomeschool/Cyber School Alea Laughery 724-275-1113 10SupportWorship Choir Mark Piccolino 412-378-2187 5 & Rich Bowman 412-445-8887

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Christian Atheist Toni Gasiorowski 412-667-2518 2Cure For The Common Life Laurie Lesoon 412-828-2488 16Divorce Care Lou & Heidi 412-334-2704 14 ServentiGoing Deeper Bill Ellis 412-828-2488 1Learning To Follow Jesus Tricia Ritchie 724-561-5755 16Money Wi$e David Kennard 412-828-2488 7Nexus: Jr. High Donnie Marsh 412-828-2488 19Sacred Secrets Amy Nichols 724-601-3280 17Single & Parenting Michelle SeNay 412-795-8648 6 & Lori Sullivan 540-207-6258Stephen Ministry Supervision Laurie Lesoon 412-828-2488 9The Life & Ministry of Jesus Mark Tuttle 412-760-9979 1The Storm Inside Kim Cappuccio 412-828-7765 18

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Financial Peace University Libby Bracco 412-600-7703 7The Lunch Bunch Laurie Lesoon 412-828-2488 15

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Can You Hear Me Now? Jill Tuttle 412-798-0394 4Go! Group Jocelyn Hood 412-527-1536 12 & Gary Whitmore 724-274-2550 Men Of Integrity Dale Campalong 412-595-4623 11The Table Michael Evans 856-430-0187 19