Announcements

ANNOUNCEMENTS     

 

WELCOME TO THE PULPIT, DR. HEATHER RICE. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Heather is the Director of the Whosoever Gospel Mission in Germantown where she has served for 29 years, sharing the love of Christ with homeless men since she was a freshman at Central High School. She’s a graduate of Cairn University, Westminster Theological Seminary, and holds a doctorate in urban mission from Biblical Theological Seminary (now Mission Seminary). Heather is passionate about helping others find and drink deeply of God’s grace in Christ through her relationships, her work at the Mission, and her preaching and teaching ministry throughout the Greater Philadelphia area. She lives in Northeast Philadelphia with her cat, Pickles, and loves gardening, camping, and spending time with her friends and family.   

 

 

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD. For the months of March and April we will be collecting toys and small stuffed animals. These items will change in May and June. We will continue collecting various items until November.

   

 

DISCIPLES BASKET. Our Disciples Basket has always been a much needed and appreciated mission at RPC.  Our list of families was updated in the new year, and we are down to just one family.  Since our needs are not as great, it will allow us to personalize our giving as we move forward.  Instead of donating food, we are asking for monetary donations, and I will shop for the family’s specific needs.  There will be a container in the Narthex for your cash donations.  If you feel so inclined, please donate the amount you might have spent on items you would have purchased.  Any amount is welcomed and appreciated.  Thank you, Nancy Rakus.