ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 19, 2010

Ravensworth Baptist Church
is an inclusive and welcoming Christian
community where expressing the love of God to
all people is central to our worship, study, and
service.

We welcome you to our church, and hope you

experience the warmth of God’s love and ours
while you are here.

WELCOME TO RBC!
“Love one another as
I have loved you.”
John 15:12

WELCOME TO RBC!
 TODAY
Today, December 19, 2010, is the
Fourth Sunday of Advent, the
beginning of the church year.
During Advent we prepare ourselves
for the coming of the Christ, both as
the Holy Child of Bethlehem and as
the Coming One who will one day
bring the Reign of God to its
ultimate fulfillment.
We are very pleased to have you
with us as together we worship the
Lord with expectancy.
 TODAY
Christmas Cantata
During worship this morning the choir will
present the Christmas cantata, Season of
Wonders, by Joseph M. Martin
There will be no children’s worship today;
we invite the children in grades one to five
to remain in the sanctuary to enjoy the music

Christmas Mini-market
Immediately after worship, until 1:00 p.m.
Fellowship Room
Donate to missions organizations in honor of
your friends and loved ones
This is the final mini-market of 2010
 THIS WEEK
College / Young Adult Bible study
Monday, December 20
7:00 p.m.
Bob and Sarah Turner’s house
Contact Bob for directions

Tuesday Mornings
Tuesday, December 21
10:00 a.m.
Bible study topic: Hosea
Teacher: Bob Turner
Bible study followed by exercise and a
brown-bag lunch
 THIS WEEK
Choir rehearsal
Tuesday, December 21
7:00 p.m.

Christmas Eve Worship

Friday, December 24
7:00 p.m.
Join us for a service of lessons,
carols, special music, and the Passing
of the Light
Christ by highest heaven adored
Christ the everlasting Lord
 NEXT WEEK IN WORSHIP
Sunday, December 26, is the First Sunday of
Christmas. Bring your family and join with us as we
worship Christ, the newborn King.
Sermon: Rachel Weeping (Bob Turner)
Lections: Isaiah 63:7-9
Psalm 148
Hebrews 2:10-18
Matthew 2:13-23
 LOOKING AHEAD
Holiday Schedule
Monday and Tuesday, December 27-28: Church
office closed
Monday, December 27: No College/Young Adult
Bible study
Tuesday, December 28: No Tuesday Mornings

January Leadership Meetings

Wednesday, January 5
 Education Commission, 2:00 p.m.
 Missions Commission, 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 6: Leadership Council, 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, January 9: Deacons Commission, 8:00 a.m.
 LOOKING AHEAD
Potluck Lunch and Quarterly Business
Meeting
Sunday, January 20, 12:30 p.m.
Reports due Wednesday, January, 12

Youth/Young Adult Ski Retreat

Friday to Sunday, January 28-30
Cost: $100
Deadline: January 16

Ravensworth 101
An introduction to our church for newcomers
February 6, 13, and 20, during the Sunday School
hour
 LOOKING AHEAD
Outreach Focus Areas for 2011-12
Make the church more inviting and receptive to
families with children.
Enhance our identity messages, materials, and
methods to communicate better to those outside
our congregation what is special about
Ravensworth and how through us God can make
a difference in their lives and the lives of others.
Reach out “inside” to connect better with and
retain existing members and long-term visitors.
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5100 Ravensworth Road
Annandale, VA 22003
703-941-4113 www.rbc-va.org

Our Staff:
STEVE HYDE, Senior Pastor
BOB TURNER, Associate Pastor
YOUNG MI SON, Choirmaster/Organist
GAIL FEWELL, Ministry Assistant
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RBC is affiliated with the following Baptist groups:

The Alliance of Baptists

The American Baptist Churches

in the USA

The District of Columbia

Baptist Convention
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RBC is affiliated with the following Baptist groups:

• The Baptist General Association

of Virginia

• The Northstar Church Network

• The Association of Welcoming

and Affirming Baptists