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Thy Kingdom Come!Verse of the week to live by: “The Lord bless you and keep you” (Num. 6:24). Bible Readings 2025, Week 8; Feb.17-23 Feb.17; Num. 3-5; Mk 61. Num....

"We are trying to find freedom from materialism and live a simpler life. We try to stop buying so much and accumulating so many things in our homes. We have so much...

"Friends of mine, pastors, are writing long statements about how to respond to the political situation in DC. In our church, I’m sure, we have people who are...

"Winter Camp is almost here! From February 14 to 17, our Middle School and High School students will head to Thousand Pines for adventure, worship, and spiritual...

"How are you doing with that? I don’t usually make New Year Resolutions because I have a history of not maintaining them especially when it focuses on weight loss....

"Last week’s sermon by Tim Wazny explored the theme of faith and its transformative power within our community. It reminds me of the powerful stories the Mission...

"“Well done, good and faithful servant.”\n\nThese words of Jesus are repeated at so many funerals and in so many obituaries, because, for those remaining, they...

"It’s a busy season at the preschool. (Is there any other type of season when you work with young children?) It’s a time of year when we see big changes in the...

"Last week the sermon was about the significance of Jesus’ baptism. I liked the words of the song “Come to the Waters,” which said, “Let all who thirsts, let all who...

"I have a friend who has walked away from Christianity. It breaks my heart and it challenges me in many ways. One of the ways it challenges me is in keeping in...

"Liz’s Interview with Pastor...

"One of the benefits of time is the pursuit of study. Taking the time to examine and to consider what we observe, to reflect on what we read, helps us to walk into...

"This past year has been a season of connection, celebration, and incredible moments in our Family Ministry. From cozy campfires at Family Camp to the vibrant...

"It’s the beginning of my mini-Sabbatical, a time to rejuvenate my soul, to relax my mind, to regain some strength, and focus my heart. Rest is such a crucial part...

"The world is divided and we are in disagreement, however, we can be united in Christ. We are called to love Jesus, and we can embrace his mindset. The early church...

"Helping Hands has been a Congregational Care ministry of RB Community since 1995.\n\nOur volunteers help with minor home repairs, such as replacing hard to reach...

"In 2017, when I was asked to be the volunteer coordinator for our Outreach Ministry, the plan was to get the congregation more involved through service projects in...

"Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church (RBCPC) located in beautiful San Diego is a vibrant, diverse, and growing community of faith, committed to serving God...

"Attending the Sunday service and both the 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM Christmas Eve services was a truly uplifting experience. Each service offered unique insights with the...

"Hopefully, you each got to receive some gifts this season and got to give some. I certainly had a great time celebrating with our family and also got the chance to...

"On Christmas Eve we light the fifth candle in our Advent Wreath – the Christ Candle. “I am the Light of the World” is what we remember in that moment. We also...

"Waiting is such a glorious experience.\n\nHA!\n \nYeah… not really… unless you’re waiting for something that is glorious. Think of awaiting the opening notes of a...

"The apostle Paul, a man transformed by God's grace, envisioned a world where everyone would know and love God. This new creation is not just a future hope, but a...

"It was my husband, not me…I swear! But yes, the old, “Don’t be naughty because Santa is watching,” tactic was used in my household last week. My four-year-old...

"I have a single figure from a Nativity scene. He usually stands with his arms crossed comfortably in front of him, bending just slightly with a warm smile on his...

"We want to have an impact. We need to stop, reflect, and take time to think about what we can do. During Advent, we can ponder where we are and look forward to how...

"When you look at the following ways our congregation has helped to provide for those in need within our local communities you should feel very good … not in a...

"We can live a life of love and forgiveness and share God’s love with others. Oh, What a Beautiful Day! What a great service with everyone excited about the music by...

"One of the things I heard from friends, as we came to Election Day a little bit ago, was that they were voting in one way or the other so that laws could be...

"As we step into this holiday season, there are plenty of moments that remind us how interconnected we are as a church family. For multiple days this week, our youth...

"Powerless means lacking power or authority to do something. It implies a state of helplessness or inability to influence a situation or outcome. However, through...

"There’s no doubt in my mind that most people, believers or not, would like God to be more like magic. We would love for tough times, our looks, the traffic, the...

"Life is full! There are many blessings around us at Preschool.\n\nOur Annual Craft Fair was a great success. We raised $13, 133. We are thankful for all the...

"In their hearts, humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps. (Proverbs 16:9)\n\nThis intriguing proverb tells us that we can do all we can to...

"We all have been through something Geoff described last week: a permacrisis. It is a long period of great difficulty, confusion, or suffering that seems to have no...

"Last week at choir practice, Rich King shared a devotional about his recent adventure. Rich was led by the Holy Spirit to take a chance and help someone in need....

"We need to humble ourselves to God and trust in him. He will lead us into a real connection. When we separate from people, it divides us and disconnects us. God...

"When I was a youth director in Pennsylvania, I decided that I was going to hike the portion of the Appalachian Trail that goes through that state. Without saying...

"We have a Congregational Care Ministry here at RB Community that our members may have heard of but do not realize the blessing that it offers. The Stephen Ministers...

"The Youth Music and Theater Ministry has been busy building, growing, and preparing an exciting fall lineup that we can't wait to share with you! Our first show is...

"We can seek to understand who God is and experience his goodness. God intended the world to be good, but humanity has often rejected this. Jesus and John the...

"Being right, especially in an argument, is a great thing. It provides fuel to the fire, energy to make our points, to clarify the other person’s misunderstandings...

"When I listen to the news or read news postings, I am disheartened by all the pain, suffering, poverty, and homelessness here in San Diego, throughout America, and...

"This will be a different reflection that I am writing about this week. I have not been at the services for two weeks or watched them online, however, I wanted to...

"I thought I might add just one further thought regarding being offensive.\n\nI’ve learned that being offended is a choice many times. This is especially so when we...

"We want to take a moment to reflect on and celebrate last week’s Contemporary Worship Night. It was especially meaningful as it brought together not only our...

"I was in a meeting with some of the staff people when someone offhandedly joked about another colleague’s comment with the words, “Ulp… prepare to be offended.” I...

"Indeed, the river of God brings joy to the city of God, the holy place where the Most High dwells. Instead of mentioning the river that waters it, it is God Himself...

"As I was walking around on Sunday, before the service, after the service, and out in the courtyard, I had people telling me how much they appreciated my article...

"We can understand God’s nature by studying His Word, observing His creation, and experiencing His love through Jesus. Jesus leads us to understand the word of God....

"“We have decided to put our Bible study on hold until after the...

"Our 2024 Annual Report is now available. ...

"I spent the week on the East Coast experiencing the disaster of Helene. It was a disaster. The destruction was profound. Our son, Sam, and his husband, Jarrett live...

"Last Sunday we had some encouraging words in our songs and sermon to give us hope as we face each day. We sang about not having to fear anymore, and we can praise...

"Pastor Geoff, RB Community’s Transitional Pastor visited family in the North Carolina mountains when Hurricane Helene barreled through. Fortunately, Pastor Geoff...

"September 29 – October...

"“I believe in the holy catholic church.”\n \nThroughout my ministry I have answered the question, “Why do we believe in the Catholic church?” This has been during...

"With “Connections” as the theme of our spiritual formation classes, this is a good time to give thanks to a LifeGroup of quilters who call themselves Tied in...

"The service last week was about discovering God’s plan for our lives. We had music about God’s amazing grace and how He has mercy for us. We just need to open our...

"This year’s Family Camp, in the scenic Dos Picos County Park in Ramona, was an unforgettable experience filled with joy, community, and a deep sense of...

"Attached you'll find the link to the website and registration for...

"We often judge others without fully understanding their circumstances. We don’t know why someone may not understand us. We don’t know what kind of life they had...

"Way, way back in the time of the “Jesus Revolution,” a song came out saying, “It only takes a spark to get a fire going.” And it went on to celebrate how desirable...

"RBCPC Preschool is supported by family tuition, donations and fundraisers. Our big fundraiser is coming up. The 37th Annual Craft Fair will be open Friday,...

"We are to lead people into strength, assurance, and inner peace. This means that we need to share our faith with others and help them to grow in their relationship...

"We had a discussion today (this past Tuesday) in one of our staff meetings about all the trouble in the world. With the ongoing war in Ukraine, the turmoil and...

"So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught,...

"As Christ's followers, we need to direct others, act curious, ask questions, think things through, and not walk blindly. It was interesting to hear Geoff talk about...

"This is the month when C. S. Lewis’s book, Miracles, was first published. It’s a remarkable volume where Lewis delineates the reasoning that should fortify our...

"Every month I am amazed at the generosity of our church family and members of our community. Amazed and filled with such gratitude that RBCPC can consistently make...

"“True curiosity is the pursuit of truth, the exploration of God’s creation and will for the world.” (The Curious Christian – Barnabus Piper)\n \nWe’ve been given the...

"We gather here with open hearts and minds, seeking new beginnings. As we walk with God, let us embrace change, build strong relationships, and serve others. Our...

Feel like you experience holiday weight gain every year? Instead of accepting it, try making smart choices as part of your holiday meals. Chances are you will avo...

Falls can lead to a loss of independence, but they are preventable. Fall prevention is important for older adults to continue living active and independent lives. Ea...