CORONAVIRUS
Coronavirus Response
March 20 Update
In keeping with the recommendations from the state and federal government, we want to remind you that we will not be meeting in person on campus this weekend. While this time is difficult and we love seeing everyone, we also want to do our part to “flatten the curve” and be responsible members of our community.
In the meantime, we hope you have enjoyed the online content our team has been working so hard to produce this last week. We have such an incredible team of innovative, creative, hard-working people who love Jesus and are doing amazing things to continue to be on mission as the church. If you haven’t taken advantage of the material we are posting and the opportunity to maintain community during this season, be sure to check out rockpoint.io and follow us on social media to stay up to date on what we have to offer you and your family.
We are also very excited to host our live weekend worship services online. rockpoint.io is where you can find the link to join us at our regularly scheduled service times this weekend. It is going to be an incredible time of worship through music and the second message in our series Armor of God, and you’ll be able to take it all in from the comfort of your own home this weekend. While we can’t all be in the same building, we do have the chance to be in the same place, so we look forward to being with you!
If you’ve been at Rock Point for any length of time, you’ve likely heard the Bush family motto, “Do hard things.” These are challenging times for all of us and although things look different for the Rock Point Church family, we can do hard things. We are trusting God that through this time, we are going to be blessed to grow and be stretched and come out on the other side stronger than before. We are praying for God’s protection over our church family, our community, our country and our world, but we are also praying that we take advantage of the opportunity to be used mightily for God and His purpose.
In John 13, just before His betrayal, Jesus spent quiet time alone with the disciples washing their feet and teaching them. This is the well-known passage that Jesus tells the disciples, “Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” During this season, we encourage you to spend some quiet time with Jesus and grow your relationship deeper with Him. We pray that as the world is frightened and asking tough questions, they will recognize each of us as followers of Christ by the love we show those around us.
We love our Rock Point family and can’t wait to see you online this weekend.
Bill Bush, Lead Pastor
Dave Sutherland, Executive Pastor
Jared Tetzlaff, Safety & Security Director
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ADULT WORSHIP SERVICE
Livestream
While we will not be meeting on campus this weekend, join us for our livestream during all five of our normal service times.
Saturday @ 3:30pm & 5:00pm
Sunday @ 8:30am, 10:00am, & 11:30am
KIDS
Online Experience
In order to help Rock Point Kids continue learning about the saving message of Christ, we have created an online worship experience! Take some time to watch the videos with your family.
NURSERY - PRE-K
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Heart Cutout
WHAT YOU NEED: Paper, marker, crayons, and preschool-safe scissors
WHAT YOU DO:
Give your child a piece of paper and invite them to color the entire paper with a lot of different colors. (Scribbling is okay for this activity). When they have finished, fold the paper in half with the colors inside. Draw half of a heart with the middle of the paper at the fold. Give your child the folded paper and a pair of scissors. Instruct them to cut on the outline of the heart. If your child is not able to cut out the heart, you can do it for them. Help them unfold their cutouts to reveal the heart. Help your child write a message on the heart to give to a family member or friend/neighbor (if able).
WHAT YOU SAY:
A heart is about love. Jesus tells us to love one another the way He loves us so everyone will know we follow Jesus.
Do What I Do (Follow the Leader)
WHAT YOU DO:
Ask everyone to face the leader and do what they are doing. If your child is a toddler, choose simple movements such as raising your hand, jumping up and down, clapping your hands, or spinning in a circle. Invite everyone playing to take a turn as the leader.
WHAT YOU SAY:
Ask your child, “Who can you follow?” Encourage your child to answer, “I can follow Jesus.”
Different Verse
WHAT YOU DO:
Invite the children to say the Memory Verse, “Come and follow me”, Jesus said. Matthew 4:19, in different ways.
Examples: Soft voice, loud voice, singing voice, and a laughing voice. Repeat as desired.
Dinner Conversation
WHAT YOU SAY:
Jesus tells us to love one another the way He loves us so everyone will know we follow Jesus.
WHAT YOU ASK:
What did Jesus teach us to do? (Love.)
Who can you love? (Everyone.)
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WHAT YOU NEED: Paper party hats (Or paper to make them), markers, and stickers
WHAT YOU DO:
- Pass out a party hat (or paper to make them) to your child.
- Encourage your kid to decorate the hat using the stickers and markers.
- As they finish, let them put on their hats!
WHAT YOU SAY:
“The older brother missed out on a super fun party. Why? Because, unlike his father, he refused to forgive. What could we miss out on when we refuse to forgive? (Pause for responses.) Refusing to forgive could cause you to miss out on a friendship! One thing that’s super important to remember is that NO one is perfect. We all mess up sometimes. We all say things we don’t really mean or do things that hurt others. Hopefully when that happens, like in the story Jesus told, the other person apologizes. And in that case, we should offer forgiveness for sure. Remember, when you don’t forgive, you miss out.”
MAKE IT PERSONAL:
Tell kids about a time when you refused to forgive someone as a kid and you missed out. What happened as a result of choosing to stay mad?
Memory Verse
WHAT YOU NEED: Large popsicle sticks, a Bible marked at Colossians 3:13, “Memory Verse Phrases” Activity Page, scissors, glue sticks
WHAT YOU DO:
- Ask your child to open the Bible to Colossians 3:13 and read it aloud.
- Give them a set of “Memory Verse Phrases,” seven popsicle sticks, and scissors.
- Give them a glue stick.
- Instruct your child to cut out the phrases and glue each one onto a popsicle stick.
- When finished, encourage them to stack their sticks any way they choose to “build” the verse.
WHAT YOU SAY:
“Forgiveness is important! And we know that’s true because God is the ultimate forgiver! This verse is such a great one to remember always. You can take these sticks home and build this verse over and over again as you remember to forgive as God forgives you. Let’s choose to forgive and fix the relationships with the people around us, with God’s help. Because when you don’t forgive, you miss out.”
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WHAT YOU DO:
- Give kids a moment to think about a time recently when they held onto a grudge or resentment toward someone for something they did.For those who are still holding grudges, encourage them to begin to let go of them and move toward forgiveness. Note: Some of your few might have serious situations they’re dealing with at home or at school. Some kids might be trying to forgive hurts or wrongs that are much bigger than an annoying sibling or a non-loyal friend. As much as possible, be mindful of those kids in particular and avoid “minimizing” or “simplifying” their situations.
- Pray with the kids.
WHAT YOU SAY:
“God, Thank You for Your forgiveness and Your love. We want to show others Your love! God, please give us Your power and Your strength to forgive others. Help us to let go of anything we may be holding against others so we don’t miss out on the joy of Your forgiveness. Amen!”
Discussion
ASK:
- When is it hard to forgive someone? What can keep us from forgiving someone?
- What are things people do when they hold a grudge?
- What have you learned that can help you to take the first step to forgive?
- How can knowing we are all created in God’s image help you to forgive others?
YOUTH
Rock Point YTH
Rock Point YTH is our ministry for Grades 6 through 12. YTH is one family, focused on community, driven by the opportunity to reach their generation for Christ.
Sunday, March 29, Livestream
Communities
All YTH communities will still be meeting via zoom video calls. Communities leaders will be reaching out to their members for all the details.
High school communities are Sunday night at 7:30pm and middle school communities are Wednesday night at 7:30pm.
YOUNG ADULTS
Rock Point Young Adults
Ages 18-25
Whether you are in college, entering the work force, starting a family, or still trying to figure things out, we have a place for you.
We aim to provide Christ-centered community, develop biblical disciples, and share the gospel of Jesus Christ with as many people as possible.
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YES TO JESUS!
Yes to Jesus!
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ONLINE CLASSES
Classes.
How to Talk to My Mormon Friend (Men & Women)
THURSDAYS | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | April 2 - April 16 | ONLINE ONLY
Join us as we discover how to effectively witness to our Mormon friends and family. Learn how to explain the Trinity in a way that will challenge and convict the soul. Discover the areas of topics to stay away from to ensure your conversation does not become contentious. Explore the impossible gospel woven into the Book of Mormon which exposes the true intention of the Mormon scriptures and teachings.
Led by: Shawn Wagner, Groups Pastor
Rock Point Moms (Women Only)
9:00am - 11:00am | February 5 - May 20 | ONLINE ONLY BEGINNING 4/1/2020
Rock Point Moms is for all moms with children from birth to kindergarten. It is a place for friendship, community, support, and growth. Bi-monthly video teaching, no homework and off-campus gatherings, field trips, breakfast is served at meetings.
Led by: Shannon Gillette
Everyone is welcome, you can join anytime throughout the semester.
Year-Round Classes.
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Men's Breakfast
Leader: Dave Finney
Description: 7:00am - 9:00am | Ongoing
At Rock Point Men's Ministry, you'll find guys who are willing to watch out for each other and caring enough to confront one another in a godly manner. We meet on campus for Bible study and a hearty breakfast. This is a great time to dive deeper and develop friendships with other men at Rock Point. We're here to help. Join us every 1st and 3rd Saturday, rain or shine.
Saturday Morning
On Campus
Childcare: No
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SALT (Senior Adults Living Triumphantly)
Leader: Howard Ronalds
Description: THURSDAYS | 1:30pm - 3:00pm | January 9 - May 28
The Senior Ministry at Rock Point Church is known as SALT - Senior Adults Living Triumphantly. We are men and women of wisdom and maturity who are 55+ and come together each week for Bible Study, Prayer, Fellowship and Food. We are currently studying the book of Acts of the Apostles. Our goal in SALT is to empower our senior community to continue to serve the God they love so much! We recognize the continued value of our seniors as vital parts of the body of Christ; and realize their value in terms of wisdom, experience, knowledge, talents, and other God given abilities and gifts.
Thursday Afternoon
On Campus
Childcare: No
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Celebrate Recovery
Leader: Kenneth Key
Description: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | Ongoing
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered recovery ministry for people looking for true recovery from life's hurts, habits, and hang-ups. Celebrate Recovery is all about sharing our experience, strength, and hope and finding true recovery through this Christ-centered 12 step program. Join us every Friday night from 7:00pm-9:00pm at Rock Point. (Childcare Available)
Friday Evening
On Campus
Childcare: Yes
ONLINE GROUPS
Groups.
A place to be known, accepted, supported, and developed. We know that it can be a little intimidating to join a Group and meet new people for the very first time. Let us encourage you by saying we understand this, and everyone in our Groups are welcoming and inviting. At one time, they have made the exact same decision as you, so you’ll be in good company.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
Blood Drive
Nationally, there is currently a blood shortage. Blood drives are not considered mass-gatherings: they are “essential health care activities.” Therefore, we will be hosting a blood drive on April 2, 4:00pm - 8:00pm. This will be by appointment only to ensure safe distancing. If you are a minor between the ages 16 and 18 and would like to donate please fill out a parent consent form and bring it at your appointment time. Please note that we are asking only donors to come to their appointment at this time.
#bethechurch
In these crazy times, we are still called to be the church.
To give you some ideas of what this looks like, we’ve put together some practical ideas of how we can continue to be the church while we can’t meet in person.
Easter at Rock Point
Join us for one of our four Easter livestreams. Saturday, April 11 @ 3:00pm & 5:00pm // Sunday, April 12 @ 9:00am & 11:00am
Text Message Daily Devos
Join us every weekday morning as a Rock Point staff member spiritually encourages us in the Word of God. Text the word ROCKPOINT to 33222 to sign up!
GIVING
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CONTACT
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