A guide

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Searching Thoughtfully, Serving Passionately,

Living Joyfully, Following Christ

Table of Contents

Sunday Mornings 2-10

Sunday Nights 11

Wednesday Night Fellowship 12-16

Weekday Opportunities and Other Special Christian Education Events 18-23

Community Life 25-27

Community Sports 28

Music Ministry 30-31

Community Outreach 33-36

Global Outreach & Peacemaking 38-40

Listing of Staff, Session, Deacons and Trustees 41

A Guide for Experiencing the Mission of Our Church

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Adult, Youth, Children,Infant and Preschool

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Sunday Worship Times8:30 a.m. – Worship and Holy Communion

9:30 a.m. – Sunday School

11:00 a.m. – Worship

The first Sunday of each month we celebrate Holy Communion during the 11:00 a.m. service.

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Herb Underwood ClassEducation Building: Thompson Parlor Teachers: Joe Meux, Bill ScheuThe Herb Underwood class, a friendly, welcoming fellowship, is an adult Bible study which meets weekly throughout the year and follows the International Sunday School Lessons.

The Bridge ClassEducation Building: Library Teacher: Shared LeadershipJoin this group of younger and middle-aged adults for a vibrant class focusing on discussion and fellowship, as well as book studies and Bible studies.

The Ed Pratt-Dannals Bible Study Williams Building: Library (2nd floor) Teacher: Ed Pratt-DannalsThis popular Bible study includes reading and discussion of various books of the Bible. In the fall, the group will study the Acts of the Apostles.

MeditationEducation Building: Room 312 Facilitator: Nancy SplaneBoth experienced meditators and beginners are welcome. Come weekly or drop in – as in the meditation itself, nothing is expected or required. If you’re new, we’ll provide an introduction.

Holy Grounds Bittinger HallIf you just need a place to have some great coffee and join others in casual conversation and fellowship, please join us in Bittinger during the Sunday School hour.

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Electives for AdultsEducation Building Room 302-303

September 20 & 27The Saint John’s BibleTeacher: The Rev. Dr. John Ragsdale

The Saint John’s Bible is the first handwritten and hand-illuminated Bible to be produced in over 500 years. Commissioned by the Benedictine Abbey of Saint John the Baptist in Collegeville, Minnesota, its hand lettering and stunning art present the word of God in a truly engaging and inspiring way. Discover why this work was produced, what a biblical illumination is and how this unique Bible allows us to see scripture in a different way.

October 4 Missionaries Jim and Jodi McGillJim and Jodi McGill have been missionary co-workers in Malawi since 1995. Jim is the clean-water and construction coordinator for the Presbyterian Church in Central Africa. Jodi is a healthcare educator serving several hospitals regionally. Learn about their experiences and glimpse God’s work in this little known land.

October 11 & 18Converging Conversations with the Cosmos…and MeTeacher: Rev. Paul SeltzerPaul Seltzer grew up in Silver Spring, Maryland. He earned academic degrees from the University of Maryland, Gettysburg Theological Seminary and Drew University. He served as a Lutheran pastor for twenty-one years.

Rev. Paul Seltzer conducted a very popular class in the winter of 2013 with the same title. We will continue to explore examples of the expanding movement toward the healing of the historic divide between religion and science. Particular attention will be given to considering some of the personal and institutional ramifications of this dawning. Rev. Seltzer will also lead classes on the mornings of October 10, 13 and 17. See page 20.

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October 25-November 22Following Jesus in the 21st CenturyLeaders: Mary Elizabeth Ballantine, Les Comee, Bill Hoff and Bill ScheuHow does one follow Christ faithfully in a post-modern, post-Christian culture? Join us in dialogue, giving witness to our convictions and questions about being Christian in a new millenium.

November 29-December 20Advent Series - TBA

December 27No Sunday School

January 3–31 Special January Session - TBA

February 14–21Christianity in the La FloridaDr. Tim Johnson, Distinguished Professor of Religion, Flagler CollegeThese two lectures will offer the latest insights into the most recent research on Christianity in the La Florida. Most of the 16th-18th century religious history is unknown and recent archival studies are allowing us to garner a much deeper appreciation of the earliest Christian communities of Northeast Florida.• February 14: Queniqechi christiano? Confessing the Faith in the Franciscan-Timucua

Education System of La Florida• February 21: If You Do Not Do This, Florida Will Be Lost: Memory and Martyrdom

Two Centuries after Menendez

Electives for AdultsEducation Building Room 302-303

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February 28-March 20Christianity and Today’s CosmologyJim Dobson was a professor at the University of Mass. He ran a major lab there for many

years. He is teaching in Jacksonville now. Jay Wright has taught a variety of classes at Riverside Presbyterian Church. After studying with the Jesuits, he was an art museum director for many years as well as an administrator at JU. He is also an artist and poet.

The cosmology (the understanding of the universe) that underlies Christianity is from earlier scientific and theological insights. A new cosmology based on modern science and modern theology is evolving. The course will examine the past cosmology and how it influenced classical western Christianity. It will also examine the implications of modern cosmology for our present day theology and spirituality. In particular it will look at the insights of Teilhard de Chardin, Process Theology and Pope Francis, especially his recent encyclical LAUDATO SI.

March 27Easter Conversation with Rev. Dr. Steve Goyer BittingerCome hear an Easter day reflection and enjoy a light breakfast. This gathering will be held in Bittinger.

April 3-May 22State of Jacksonville and a Christian ResponseWhat are the major issues in Jacksonville that affect our community and its people? We will address several of Jacksonville’s social and civic issues by bringing in local experts and leaders and looking at how we respond to these issues as individual Christian citizens and as a community of faith.

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September 20–October 25Being a Millennial ChristianTeacher: Emily HeegIt has been said that young adults are not antagonistic toward the church; they are just indifferent to it. So how does the “millennial generation” articulate and live out their faith? This class is for those in their 20’s and 30’s who would like to explore how religiousness is changing and what it means to be a millennial Christian.

November 29–December 20Living the QuestionsLiving the Questions is an alternative to studies that attempt to give participants all the answers and instead strives to create an environment where participants can interact with one another in exploring what’s next for Christianity. The 20-minute video segments include conversations with leading voices of faith, digital stories illustrating aspects of an evolving faith, and concrete spiritual practices and disciplines.

January 3–31Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and ReligionTeacher: Jamie HoenerIf you have ever wondered how an otherwise thoughtful friend, fellow congregant or family member can adhere to moral beliefs different than your own, join us for this study. This book shows how moral judgments arise not from reason, but from gut feelings. The author shows why liberals, conservatives, and libertarians have such different intuitions about right and wrong, and why each side is actually correct about many of its central concerns. This book challenges the way we think about liberals and conservatives, atheism and religion, good and evil, and may ultimately change the way we listen to and learn from one another.

February 14–March 20What Are You Waiting For?: Pausing with GodTeachers: Jamie Hoener, Rebecca Langer, Nancy Splane and guests A broad look at the ways we pause with God, what happens when we do, and what difference it makes in our personal lives and in all of creation.

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Education Building: Room 310–311(Class schedule will be given to 8th grade parents for special events/dates)Teachers: Bill Hoff, Breanna Sooter, Chris Wrenn and Jessica AndesThroughout this school year we will look at God’s relevance to our lives by identifying the core values and beliefs that we hold. Youth will be challenged to consider the meaning of baptism and Christian lifestyle. Through group discussion as well as group retreats, service projects and time with adult mentors, this class will prepare those choosing to be Confirmed as members of the church on May 15, 2016.

Important Dates: Be on the lookout for the Confirmation calendar which will have sepcific dates for service projects, field trips, special classes and more!

Saturday September 26Day Retreat at Camp Montgomery (for Confirmation class, teachers and mentors)

Thursday, October 8 Serving dinner at the Sulzbacher Center

Sunday May 15Confirmation Sunday

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6th + 7th Grade

9th-12th Grade

“Connect” Education Building: Room 304Teachers: Mark & Stuart Harbison, Melissa Coll, Mandy Alvarez

Connect is made for middle schoolers. “Solid theology and quirky humor” is what Sparkhouse says about this curriculum. Connect helps our middle schoolers learn about the Bible in a deeper way than they have in their elementary classes but keeps the fun and quirkiness which in turn keeps our middle schoolers attention. There are great videos, fun activities and awesome teachers!

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729 Post St (Youth Building)Teachers: Mark Rosenberg, Lynne Matson and Tracy Tousey

Sometimes our high schoolers need places of reprieve. A break from the busyness of school and life. Since they go to so many different schools, Sunday School is one of the places where they can breathe, gather and share about their lives, ask for advice, respond to challenging questions by their teachers and in turn learn more about themselves, eachother, and most importantly, their faith journey.

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Godly Play 9:30 a.m.for 3 & 4 Year-olds

Williams Building: Room 103Godly Play is a Montessori-based program especially designed for young children. In Godly Play, manipulatives (wooden pieces representing places and characters in the Bible stories) are used as the story is being told. Teachers: Sarah Trauger Sarah Cotchaleovitch Heidi Joy HowardEddie and Denise Wilder

NurseryWilliams Building: Rooms 104–105The Riverside Presbyterian Church nursery staff is well trained and takes great care to provide love, safety and formation activities in the nursery. The nursery is available during Sunday morning worship services and Sunday School, as well as many other weekly meetings, classes and services.

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Children

These elementary classes meet on the third floor in the Education Building. The curriculum is “Dwell”. The stories are experiential, age appropriate and we have an outstanding staff of teachers.

Kindergarten through 5th grade

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KindergartenEducation Building Room 301Teachers:George and Judy Gabel Pat Setzer Beth Touchton

2nd-3rd GradesEducation Building Room 307Teachers:Dick SchwalbeRyan PrinceStacey Halkovitch

1st GradeEducation Building Room 305Teachers:Bookie ZeiglerNancy Warner Paul Heeg

4th-5th GradesEducation Building Room 306Teachers:Marc and Jane Courtney DavisStephanie VerlanderErin RaynorRob and Clare Charnley

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Sunday Night Youth Group

6th-8th grade, 9th-12th gradeWhere? Youth Building, 729 Post St.

5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. - Every Sunday evening from September - May (with a few exceptions like Christmas break, etc.)

All 6th-12th graders are welcome to join in our youthful faith community. We will all start at the youth building and then break off for Middle School and High School groups. Recreation, art, sports, music and food are regular components of our evenings. Topical discussions will tackle all kinds of life-issues; for example, treating people with respect, meditation and prayer, remaining tolerant while standing up for your own values, gossip, modern idolatries, dealing with worry, why does church matter and so much more. We come back together for dinner. Pickup/leave time is at 6:30 p.m. at the Rice Sports Zone. Rain Plan: (or the “it’s too hot outside” Plan), Pickup at the Youth Building (729 Post St.)

Our Youth Ministry Program Kickoff Party is a TAILGATE

Sunday, September 20, at 12:15 p.m.-1:30 p.m.Where: Youth Building parking lot (729 Post St.)

Come to a kickoff tailgate in the youth building parking lot. Wear your favorite team’s colors and bring your favorite tailgate food to share!

All youth and parents are invited so that you can hear all about what we will be up to in the fall!

Youth ChoirAll youth are welcome, guys and girls!

Choir practice starts Sunday, September 27, at 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. in the Choir room. Rehearsals are every Sunday.

(Sanctuary Basement)The first time we will be singing in worship is on Sunday October 25. Questions? Contact breanna.sooter@rpcjax.org or lois.gurney@rpcjax.org

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Wednesday Night Fellowship

Wednesday nights at Riverside are a time of food, fellowship and learning for the whole congregation. Children, youth and adults are offered opportunities to form community and learn together. We hope you will join us in Kissling for dinner beginning at 5:45 p.m! Nursery provided.

Schedule5:45 p.m. Dinner 6:20 p.m. Children workshops6:30 p.m. Youth and Adults classes

Begins on Wednesday September 16 at 5:45 p.m.

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Wednesday Worship Schedule“Wednesday Worship” is worship with an openness to your gifts, your faith and your family. Brief in duration and creatively informal in style, this monthly mid-week service follows our fellowship dinner and engages body, mind and spirit. Children and adults of all ages welcome. Nursery provided.

ScheduleRegular Wednesday classes suspended on these dates.

• October 7 • February 3• November 4 • March 2• December 2 • April 6• January 6

Adult Electives

Old Testament Survey with The Rev. Dr. John RagsdaleEducation Building: Room 302–303This course will introduce you to the broad theological scope of the Old Testament. We will ask two basic questions of each book: (1) What problems did the book

address in its original context, and (2) What is the meaning for us today?

• FALL– The Pentateuch• WINTER– Historical Books• SPRING– Wisdom Literature & The ProphetsThis class does not meet when there is Wednesday Worship.See previous page for Wednesday Worship schedule.

Parenting Conversations: Education Building: Room 312Parents of all age children and parents of teens are invited to casual conversation about parenting. We will share our struggles and offer encouragement as well as spend time in prayer with one another.

Hobby Electives

Gentle YogaEducation Building Room 302–303 Teacher: Carol ProctorA very gentle yoga class, consisting of yoga postures, breathe work and meditation. You will need a yoga mat and towel.

Stained GlassStained Glass Studio Teacher: Joe EberlyHave you ever wanted to do Stained Glass? After the 5:45 p.m. dinner, the class will begin at 6:30 p.m. and end at 8:00 p.m. The cost is $40 which includes all tools and materials. Beginners are welcome and space is limited. Please call the church office if you are interested.

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After dinner, youth go outside to the Rice Sports Zone to play games until 6:30 p.m.

Middle School and High School “Encounter Groups” will be held in 729 Post St. (Youth Building) from 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

Encounter Groups will be focusing on one theme per month. These themes will coincide with the upcoming theme for Wednesday Worship. Our goal is to learn how to express (in many forms) what we have learned or are learning in the worship service.

This is a great way for our middle and high school youth to be involved in worship perhaps through music, liturgy, prayer, dance or drama. Leaders: Breanna Sooter, Virginia Hunt and Brooke Rice

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This year, we are breaking our Wednesday Night Program into Units. The following schedule lays out what is in each unit. We hope you will consider joining us for the units that fit your schedule.

10/28 Shiver at the River Fall Festival11/4 Wednesday Worship11/11 Doing Dishes Pottery Studio11/18 Thanksgiving Dinner12/2 Wednesday Worship12/9 Caroling

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Fall unitCREATE/Recreation: Claudia Coley will help kids learn Bible stories and truths and create ways to share those stories in Wednesday and Sunday worship. Children will also have a time of recreation outside.

holiday unitDuring this unit, we celebrate Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas with fun, fellowship, food and meaningful events.

Preschool

Preschool children enjoy a time of Bible story, activity and play.

9/16 CREATE & Recreation9/23 CREATE & Recreation9/30 CREATE & Recreation10/7 Wednesday Worship10/14 CREATE & Recreation10/21 CREATE & Recreation

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1/6 Wednesday Worship1/13 Story & Stretch1/20 Story & Stretch1/27 Story & Stretch2/3 Wednesday Worship2/10 Ash Wednesday2/17 Story & Stretch2/24 Story & Stretch

3/2 Spring Choir & Recreation3/9 Spring Choir & Recreation3/16 Spring Choir & Recreation3/23 NO Wednesday Night Fellowship3/30 Spring Choir & Recreation4/6 Wednesday Worship4/13 Spring Choir & Recreation4/20 Spring Choir & Recreation4/27 Spring Choir & Recreation5/4 Spring Choir & Recreation

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Winter unitStory & Stretch/Recreation: Michel Gribble-Dates will teach kids how to explore the Bible in a playful and healthy way! By combining the art of oral storytelling with the spiritual practices of stretch, mindfulness and meditation, kids will access scriptural truths through body movement which they will share in Wednesday and Sunday worship. Children will also have a time of recreation inside or outside.

Spring unitSpring Choir/Recreation: Lois Gurney will direct the Children’s Spring Choir. Children will share their music in Wednesday and Sunday worship. Children will also have a time of recreation outside.

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Weekday Opportunities

Other Special Christian Education Events

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Wednesday Morning Women’s Bible Study Beginning September 16Education Building: LibraryTeacher: Rev. Dr. Steve GoyerJoin this Wednesday Women’s Bible Study in the church library from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. most every week from September through May. This year they will look at the book of Acts.

Weekday Opportunities

Presbyterian Women date Time• Salad Luncheon 8/31/2015 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.• Gathering 11/9/2015 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.• Gathering 2/8/2016 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.• Annual Meeting 5/9/2016 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Presbyterian WomenAs a member of Riverside, women are members of Presbyterian Women. We are a church-wide organization committed to nurturing our faith through prayer, service and Bible Study. Circle meetings are held monthly and childcare is provided for daytime meetings. Our Bible Study will be on the Epistles. In addition to Circle meeting, there are four gatherings where applicable topics by outside speakers are discussed and a simple luncheon follows. Presbyterian Women afford women members the opportunity to get to know women in small groups, making that time a personable chance to feel connected.

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Sunday 9:30 a.m., Monday 8:30 a.m. and Wednesday 4:45 p.m.Facilitator: Nancy SplaneEducation Building: Meditation Room (312)(Also: St. Vincent’s Spirituality Center - Wednesday noon)Both experienced meditators and beginners are welcome. If you are new, we will provide an introduction.

Our time together includes music, readings and silence. You may think you can’t do this – we all thought that at first and discovered that although it isn’t always easy to keep at it, you don’t have to be a monk to meditate. Go to

wccm.org, The World Community for Christian Meditation, to learn more about this ancient Christian practice or call Nancy at 502-2633.

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“Growing Through Grief” – Times of significant loss are painful and disorienting, as well as presenting thresholds of growth. This is an open small group that will meet bi-monthly beginning in September for 6 sessions at a day/time TBA. The group will share experiences of loss and change that affect our lives on many levels, and explore how God is in the midst of these experiences.

Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA) – This group meets in the Youth Building on Tuesday evenings at 6:00 p.m., Thursday evenings at 6:00 p.m. and on Saturday mornings at 11:00 a.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – This group meets in Bittinger Hall on Mondays at 8:00 p.m.

Memory Care Caregiver’s Support Group – This group meets in the Thompson Parlor every 3rd Monday of the month from 1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. The group is designed to provide support for the caregivers of loved ones with dementia.

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Converging Conversations with the Cosmos…and MeRev. Paul Seltzer conducted a very popular class in the winter of 2013 with the same title. We will continue to explore examples of the expanding movement toward the healing of the historic divide between religion and science. Particular attention will be given to considering some of the personal and institutional ramifications of this dawning. Although all of the following classes are connected, each stands on its own. Please feel free to attend whichever classes you can.

• Saturday October 10 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. in Bittinger• Sunday October 11 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. in Ed Bldg Rm 302/303• Tuesday October 13 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. in Bittinger• Saturday October 17 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. in Ed Bldg Rm 302/303• Sunday October 18 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. in Bittinger

Visiting Theologian Rev. Dr. Brian BlountFriday February 19–Sunday February 21Brian K. Blount is president and professor of New Testament at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, VA, and Charlotte, NC.

Women’s Getaway with Rev. Neely ToweFriday March 4-Sunday March 6Join us for a weekend of renewal at Marywood Retreat Center in St. Johns, Florida.

Church-wide RetreatSaturday April 16–Sunday April 17With the fast pace of our lives, the one thing that suffers most is our relationships. This weekend is designed to enable us to breathe deep of God’s creation and re-connect with church, family, God and self. There are great activities for all ages in a relaxed and comfortable setting at Camp Montgomery.

Lenten Liturgical Yoga with Michel Gribble-DatesThursdays in Lent beginning on February 11 8:15 a.m.–9:30 a.m.This Lenten season unroll a mat and journey to Jerusalem through Liturgical Yoga! In this class we will experience our bodies as sacred places for dialogue with God as we read, meditate, pray & contemplate scripture while flowing through a gentle yoga sequence. You do not need to be flexible or have prior experience with yoga to benefit.

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Sunday September 13–October 18This program, specifically for 1st graders, teaches children about all aspects of worship and prepares them to be full participants in worship. At the worship conclusion of their class, 1st graders will be presented with Bibles and invited

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Special Programming for Children and their Families

Riverside Play Group is a time of fellowship and fun for children ages birth to 5 years old and their families. The playgroup is a fantastic way to meet other parents while your children make new friends. Siblings are welcome. Saturdays: October 17, January 9, April 23

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BLAST (5th graders)BLAST is a youth program designed to help 5th graders transition into youth group. BLAST meets on the 3rd Sunday of each month, January through May, immediately following the 11:00 a.m. worship service, for a variety of activities such as photo scavenger hunts, service projects, pool parties and more.

Williams Building: Room 102Each week during the 11:00 a.m. worship service, we offer this program for children ages 2 - Kindergarten from 10:30 a.m. through the conclusion of worship. Children meet on the first floor of the Williams Building. They have an opportunity to play, have a snack and learn.

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to be full participants in the worship service.

Riverside Presbyterian Mothers’ LunchChurch Library: 1st Thursday of each month- 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. This is a gathering of mothers who have young children. We meet on the first Thursday of each month for food, fellowship and discussions based on topics chosen by participants. We hope you will be able to join us!

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Youth Programming

We have weekend events/retreats throughout the school year and week-long trips for middle and high school students throughout the summer. Fundraising events sponsored by the Youth Committee support these special experiences.

Wednesdays, Prayer Lunch with Riverside Presbyterian Day School (RPDS) 6th graders in 729 Post St.(Youth Building) 1st and 3rd Thursdays, Senior Breakfast, with Breanna and Bill. Info will be sent directly to 12th grade families with dates and times.

September 20 Youth Ministry Program Kickoff. 12:15 p.m.-1:30 p.m. October 9 Middle School Late Night Hangout!October 25 Youth Choir sings in worshipNovember 13-15, Middle School RetreatFor all 6th - 8th graders at Camp Montgomery

Service ProjectsOctober 8 - Confirmation class serving dinner at Sulzbacher CenterNovember 12 - Youth Group serving dinner at Sulzbacher Center

College TripsWe will be offering two college visit trips this year. One in the fall and one in the spring. These are focused for our high school juniors and seniors. Interested? Contact breanna.sooter@rpcjax.org

Questions about any youth activities or events? Please contact Breanna Sooter, Director of Youth Ministry

524-3717 or breanna.sooter@rpcjax.org

Our monthly youth calendar will detail all of our retreats, trips and special events. To be added to the mailing list, please email

breanna.sooter@rpcjax.org

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College Ministry

We love our college students and we want to stay connected to them whether they are away or in town. Attending Montreat College Conference and periodic local gatherings complement our secret PAL ministry.

Montreat College Conference January 2-5, 2016

All Riverside Presbyterian Church college students are invited to go to the college conference in beautiful Montreat, North Carolina! We will be taking a Presbytery group from all over north east Florida.

Interested? Contact breanna.sooter@rpcjax.org by September 15, 2015.If you need to leave straight from the conference to go back to college that can most likely be arranged!

Secret Pals“Secret Pals” are an adult link for our college students. Although Secret Pals are anonymous, they represent Riverside Presbyterian Church to their student and say by means of a letter or card, “We love you...we have you in our prayers.” A Secret Pal signs up for one college student, and stays in touch by mail about once a month during the course of the school year. There is a brunch in May so that the Secret Pals and college students can meet.

If interested, please call Norma Lockwood, 388-3917, or Jean Grant-Dooley, 859-0359.

Local GatheringsBe on the lookout for Bill Hoff and Breanna Sooter making visits to our local college students. These will often involve some free coffee or food!

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Community Life

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Community Life serves Riverside Presbyterian Church by strengthening ties within the congregation in a spiritual and social

atmosphere. The role of connecting members is vital to the well-being of our church. We accomplish this goal by providing

church-wide programming and small group fellowship. This committee plans, promotes, recruits and serves at numerous

outings, gatherings and special events.

Community Life

Each Sunday, all are invited to stop by in Bittinger Hall for coffee, a snack and some quality time catching up with friends. Holy Grounds is also a great place to sign up for church events and hear about mission opportunities. Want to help prepare Holy Grounds? Become one of our coffee angels!Contact Jan Nicholas for more information.

An opportunity to meet others and have dinner in small groups. All adults welcome. Please contact Jan Nicholas in the church office if you would like to join a group for 2015-2016

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A potluck held at a church member’s house for all adult members from 6:00-8:00 p.m. These gatherings happen every 3-4 months.

• Sunday September 27 at Bob and Carol Gay’s home. • Saturday December 12 at George and Judy Gabel’s home.

Family Kickball and Picnic Dinner, Sunday, October 4, 4:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Pinch of Salt Dinners Out, Friday, November 13, 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Women’s Ornament Exchange, Wednesday, December 16, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.Potluck Dinner, Friday, February 5, 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Bring a dish and

join the fun! Childcare is provided. Must reserve in advance. Ladies’ Night Out - Thursday September 24; Monday November 2; Thursday January 21, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.Contact Jessica Stevenson at 904-568-4698 or jesnauman@yahoo.com

Food and fellowship events held for the whole church. Breadbasket donations defray the costs of meals.

All-Church Sunday Meals

• 9/13/2015: Rally Day with Breakfast• 11/15/2015: Alternative Gift Fair &

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Community Life

Each month, all church members are invited to go on trips to all kinds of places, educational and cultural.

Friday September 25 - IMAX movie “Everest”Thursday October 1 - Camp Montgomery for the Senior Adult Ministry Conference (SAM) Thursday October 8 - Cruise downtown Jacksonville on the “Foxy Lady”Tuesday November 20 - Jacksonville Zoo & GardensThursday December 10 - Christmas Tour at the Stetson Mansion, Deland

More will be scheduled for 2016 so watch our website for these Lunch & Learn excursions.

Lunch and Learn

Join Riverside in a hike to the idyllic Mt. LeConte, a renewing retreat high up in the Smoky Mountains. November 12–14, 2015. LeConte Lodge® is the highest guest lodge in the eastern United States. It is situated on an open glade just below the summit of Mt. LeConte at an elevation of about 6400 feet. The Lodge serves as a grandstand for the entire Park and commands spectacular views of the Smokies.If interested, please contact Jan Nicholas at 904-355-4585 x 25 or jan.cox@rpcjax.org

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A newly formed Arts Team is at work to involve more Riverside artists in the display of their work in Bittinger Hall.• Photography Exhibit: September 13-27• Stained Glass & Textiles Exhibits: Early 2016• Paintings: Early 2016

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Stained Glass classes: Wednesday mornings and eveningsFree CEW Art Class for elementary students from local schools. (begins Sept 17)

Quilting Group: Friday mornings, Education BuildingCommunity Bridge Group: Thursdays 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., Bittinger Hall

Our church has a deep and vibrant history in the city. Our viewable archives are stored in Room 310-311 in the Education building. Also, don’t forget to check out our Time-Line History panels in Bittinger Hall. Contact Jan Carr (904-252-2032) or Stacey Halkovitch (904-699-2910).

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Mural Art: “Dreams of Riverside”In conjunction with the Fall Stewardship Campaign, an outdoor mosaic mural is being planned. Contact Kathy Stark, 904-704-1665

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Community Sports

Shiver at the River Carnival of Fun Wednesday October 28 5:45 p.m.-7:15 p.m. on Rice Sports FieldA free carnival with games, food, fun and more for the church and community!

Thanksgiving Dinner with the Riverside Presbyterian Apartments Thursday November 18, 2015 5:30 p.m. in Kissling Hall

Shrove Tuesday Pancake DinnerFebruary 9, 2016 6:00 p.m. in Kissling Hall

See Music Ministry for Community Concert schedule for 2015-2016.

Community Events

Riverside Presbyterian Basketball League

Reviving Baseball in the Inner-City (RBI)

Over 700 children, ages 6-14, participate in our developmental league, which is open to church members, Riverside Presbyterian Day School and the community at large.Registration is from September 15–October 15 and this year is all on-line. Practices begin in November, the season opens December 5 and ends in late February. All games are on Saturdays. Volunteers and coaches needed.Check out www.rpcbasketball.com for more info or contact J. T. Williamson, League Director, at basketball@rpcjax.org or Bill Hoff, Staff-Liaison.

Three weeks of free baseball Reviving Baseball in the Inner-City (RBI) camp is held every summer! Children from the church and community are invited to come join in the fun while learning baseball skills and teamwork. Everyone is provided with free snacks and lunch. Different adults offer a daily devotion. The camp ends with a free trip to watch the Jacksonville Suns play at Bragan Field! 2016 camp will be held Monday–Thursday starting June 20 and ending July 7.

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Music Ministry

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Music is an integral part of the lives of our faith family. Our tradition of fine music is expressed with joy as we share together in worship and special concerts throughout the year.

ChoirsChancel Choir: Sings every Sunday and is largely classical.Celebration Choir: Sings more contemporary music once a month.Hand-bell Choir: Performs at worship services once a month.Youth Choir: Sings periodically during the year.Children’s Choir: Open to elementary age children and sings approximately five times a year. Children sing in Worship on March 20 (Palm Sunday) and May 8 (Mothers’ Day). Choir will rehearse at 10:00 a.m. on these Sundays prior singing at the 11:00 a.m. worship service.Wednesday Night Worship Instrumental Ensemble: Performs at Wednesday Night Worship.

Rehearsals• Celebration Choir: 6:30 p.m.-7:25 p.m. Thursdays in the Choir

Room• Chancel Choir: 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Thursdays in the Choir Room• Hand-bell Choir: 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays in Bell Room• Youth Choir: 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Sundays in the Choir Room -

Rehearsals start September 27. Commit to sing on October 25• Children’s Choir: 6:20 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays in Choir Room• Wednesday Night Worship Instrumental Ensemble: 4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

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Special EventsCommunity Concerts are performed throughout the year on Sunday afternoons usually in the Sanctuary unless noted.Music at Noon (formerly Wednesday Happening) 12:00 Noon in the Sanctuary followed by a light lunch in Bittinger Hall.

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12/6/2015Sanctuary

5:00 p.m. A Festival of Advent & christmas Music; Handbells, Choirs, and Soloists celebrate the season. Followed by dinner in Kissling Hall

12/24/2015 8:00 p.m. christmas Meditations - prelude to 8:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Candelight Worship

1/31/2016Kissling Hall

3:00 p.m. community concert: J. B. Scott’s Swingin’ Allstars. Concert & Refreshments; Chicago Swing/New Orleans style jazz ensemble

2/3/2016Sanctuary

12:00 p.m. Music at Noon followed by light lunch in Bittinger Hall: Matthew Phan, 9 year old pianist

2/28/2016Sanctuary

3:00 p.m. community concert: Recital of All American Music: Rosemary Elliott, Cello; Rose Grace, Piano

3/13/2016Sanctuary

3:00 p.m. community concert: Orange Park Chorale Concert

4/6/2016Sanctuary

12:00 p.m. Music at Noon followed by light lunch in Bittinger Hall: “Reflections on the Art of Listening to Music”. A 50-minute piano lecture-recital presented by Eda Schlyam.

5/22/2016Sanctuary

3:00 p.m. community concert: Don Thompson Chorale Concert

6/26/2016Sanctuary

5:00 p.m. concert of Patriotic & American Music presented by the choirs, bells and soloists of Riverside Presbyterian Church. Followed by dinner in Kissling Hall.

Free concert Schedule for 2015-201610/7/2015Sanctuary

12:00 p.m. Music at Noon followed by light lunch in Bittinger Hall: Kamila Shahtakhtinski, Piano

10/25/2015Sanctuary

3:00 p.m. community concert - Two Pianos & Duo Organ Concert featuring: Michael Mastronicola, Alan K. Ragan (Piano); Andy Clarke, Michael Dell (Piano); Rodney Cleveland, Lois Gurney (Organ Duo)

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11:00 a.m. In Remembrance led by Chancel Choir;Music by Felix Mendelssohn, Johannes Brahms, & Andrew Clarke

12/2/2015Sanctuary

12:00 p.m. Music at Noon followed by light lunch in Bittinger Hall: Andrew Clarke - Christmas Piano & Organ Improvisations

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12/6/2015Sanctuary

5:00 p.m. A Festival of Advent & christmas Music; Handbells, Choirs, and Soloists celebrate the season. Followed by dinner in Kissling Hall

12/24/2015 8:00 p.m. christmas Meditations - prelude to 8:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Candelight Worship

1/31/2016Kissling Hall

3:00 p.m. community concert: J. B. Scott’s Swingin’ Allstars. Concert & Refreshments; Chicago Swing/New Orleans style jazz ensemble

2/3/2016Sanctuary

12:00 p.m. Music at Noon followed by light lunch in Bittinger Hall: Matthew Phan, 9 year old pianist

2/28/2016Sanctuary

3:00 p.m. community concert: Recital of All American Music: Rosemary Elliott, Cello; Rose Grace, Piano

3/13/2016Sanctuary

3:00 p.m. community concert: Orange Park Chorale Concert

4/6/2016Sanctuary

12:00 p.m. Music at Noon followed by light lunch in Bittinger Hall: “Reflections on the Art of Listening to Music”. A 50-minute piano lecture-recital presented by Eda Schlyam.

5/22/2016Sanctuary

3:00 p.m. community concert: Don Thompson Chorale Concert

6/26/2016Sanctuary

5:00 p.m. concert of Patriotic & American Music presented by the choirs, bells and soloists of Riverside Presbyterian Church. Followed by dinner in Kissling Hall.

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Our goal is to provide volunteers and financial aid to ministries, missions and organizations in our surrounding community; and to support those ministries and

programs we feel provide the best and largest impact for the areas in which they serve.

AngelwoodThe mission of Angelwood is to improve the quality of life for children and adults with disabilities and their families. Volunteers help maintain their group homes or support their summer day camp. Contact: Diane Tuttle, 904-708-0844

Caring TreeFor over 15 years, Riverside has worked with neighborhood schools and organizations to find families in need. People from the church and Day School anonymously help these families celebrate Christmas by providing gifts and food. Volunteers are needed to help organize, purchase, sort and deliver the gifts during November and December each year. Caring Tree Sunday will be December 13 this year.Contact: Jo Pratt-Dannals, 904-356-9224

Children’s Enrichment Workshop (CEW)CEW is a coalition of Riverside schools, churches and businesses working together to provide positive enrichment activities for school students. Currently, besides attending CEW meetings, Riverside provides three field days in the spring, one per school for West, Central and Fishweir Elementary

schools, as well as providing supplies for these schools’ offices. An after-school art class is offered in the fall and winter months.Contact: Merle Lear, 904-387-6245

Downtown Ecumenical Services Council (DESC)DESC is headquartered in the basement of First Presbyterian Church downtown. It is supported by many churches who have come together to provide emergency services for people living on the financial edge. Help includes referrals to appropriate agencies, groceries, clothing and one-time assistance with rent, utility or mortgage payments. Volunteers are needed to

answer the phone and to help with clothing distribution.Contact: Dave Tuttle, 904-563-3358

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Habijax (Habitat for Humanity)Riverside has been involved in building and remodeling Habijax homes since the program began in Jacksonville in the late 1980s. The houses are newly constructed or renovated. Volunteers are needed at many times of the year for all aspects of building and renovating, preparing lunches or doing landscape and yard work.Contact: Joe Eberly, 904-465-4078

I.M. Sulzbacher Center for the Homeless Sulzbacher provides shelter, meals and health care to adults and children. Adults are also given job counseling. Riverside is one of many organizations that prepares and serves a dinner meal once each month at the Center for over 400 people. Volunteers are needed to help cook and serve on the second Thursday of the month.Contact: Jan Nicholas, 904-355-4585 x 25

Meals on WheelsFor over 30 years, this mission has served meals to shut-ins in the Riverside, Avondale and Murray Hill areas. The program operates out of a room in the Church Education building.Contact: Rev. Earle Sickels, 904-388-8187

Metro-Kids KonnectionThis is a community-based program providing an after-school program for children who live in the Cleveland Arms Projects in north Jacksonville. This group participates in RBI. Riverside gives financial support to this program and hosts their annual “Back to School” fundraiser.Contact: Jan Nicholas, 904-355-4585 x25

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Lunch Buddies (Formerly P.A.L.S.)A mentoring program which provides at-risk children with one-on-one mentors at West Riverside Elementary. Each mentor and child spends 30 minutes to an hour a week, during the school day, playing games, reading books, or focusing on academic, behavioral or social skills. There are always more students who need buddies than can be provided. Contact: Jean Grant-Dooley, 904-859-0359

Pastoral Counseling Services Balancing Life, Love, and Peace. Helping people do this is the aim of Pastoral Counseling Services. Contact: Lou Lothman, 904-398-2437

Presbyterian Social MinistriesPSM is a ministry that brings volunteer groups to Jacksonville for mission work. The ministry also partners with DESC to provide clothing for people in need. Riverside supports this ministry through space-sharing to sleep students and food preparation. PSM assists groups and congregation members with finding needed volunteer activities. Contact: Dave Tuttle, 904-563-3358

Project LeadsA joint project between the Church and the Day School, it is designed to teach 6th graders about being leaders in service to the community by taking them out into the community to clean, sort, work hard, play and more.Contact: Palmer Bell, 904-353-5511

Reviving Baseball to the Inner-City (RBI)Community Life and Community Missions Committees work together to provide three weeks of summer camp experience for neighborhood and church children. Baseball, devotionals and lunch provide fun and recreation and time for children to get to know one another.Contact: Jan Nicholas, 904-355-4585 x 25

Riverside Presbyterian Apartments and Housewere built by the church in the 1960s with low interest government financing to provide residential facilities for older adults. They are now owned and managed by

Presbyterian Retirement Communities. Presbyterian Women provide monthly socials and the Church staff conducts weekly worship/devotional services. Residents are also provided transportation to worship and outings. Contact: Jan Nicholas, 904-355-4585

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Riverside Presbyterian Day School RPDS was founded in 1948 so a Christian education could be included in a child’s academic education. Over 500 students are currently enrolled in the programs be-ginning with 3 year old Pre-School up through 6th grade. Contact: Palmer Bell, 904-353-5511

Salvation Army Red Kettle Drive This annual activity in November and December helps to raise money for Salvation Army programs. RPC supplies bell ringers to help at the Riverside Publix.Contact: Arden Brugger, 904-356-8400

Sanctuary on 8th Street Sanctuary on 8th Street provides an after-school program to assist 50-60 elementary school children with activities. Examples of activities include helping with home-work, drama, art and field trips. Since 1992, RPC has contributed volunteers as well as financial support for the social, physical and educational enrichment of disad-vantaged youth in the Springfield neighborhood just north of downtown. Always a highlight is their involvement with RBI. Contact: Vickie Watkins, 904-356-3588

Trinity Food Pantry Trinity Food Pantry offers food to hungry families in the Riverside area. The pro-gram is operated out of the Trinity Lutheran Church.Contact: Jan Cox, 904-355-4585

The Mustard SeedsThis new group is called "The Mustard Seeds" (Matthew 13:31-32). This group has as its mission making the landscaping around Riverside look just a little better. Oh, yes, we do have some "mow, blow and go" guys but they don't do the little things like sprinkling a bit of fertilizer when it's needed or trimming dead material out of plants or pruning back things that are overgrown. The work is only occasional and we have lots of fun while we work! Check out the new caladiums at the back entrance to the educational building!Interested? Look for our table on Rally Day and sign up.

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Ways to get involved...Global Outreach & Peacemaking Committee

Would you like to be a part of planning or organizing Global Outreach and Peacemaking efforts? Committee meetings are held monthly on the Second Thursday of each month, 5:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Contact: Matthew Garman, Committee Chair, 904-318-3826

Sub Committees:1. Partnerships in Haiti:

Riverside is a congregational partner of Fonkoze, an amazing micro-finance cooperative to help provide education, literacy and small loans to women in Haiti (www.fonkoze.org). Our goal is to be a catalyst for local congregations to join forces to provide greater impact on the poverty and lives of women in Haiti. We do this by providing education, travel and fundraising opportunities throughout the year. You can even travel to Haiti in February 2016 to see Fonkoze’s “staircase out of poverty” with your own eyes. Turn in your collected loose change to the woven baskets in the Narthex on the first Sunday of each month to support Fonkoze’s “Ti Kredi” or “Little Credit” program for women.Also, Riverside supports PCUSA missionaries in Haiti and our youth group sponsors the education of students at the high school sponsored by Haiti Outreach Ministries. Contact: • Rebecca Langer, 904-432-7839 or • Michael Fisher, 904-389-3745

2. Peacemaking through ICARE (Interfaith Coalition for Action, Reconciliation and Empowerment) and OneJaxJoin in efforts to become advocates for peace in our local, national and international community. You can get involved by supporting the events sponsored throughout the year. Contact:• ICARE: Dana Riley or Lisa Williams • OneJax: Bill Hoff

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Peacemaking Lunch (October 4) Join us Sunday, October 4, at 12:15 p.m. in Bittinger Hall for a simple meal and to learn more about the opportunities for peacemaking all around us.

Alternative Gift Fair (November 15)Provides an on-campus opportunity for our congregation to direct some of their holiday spending to help others in need and raises awareness of and funds for the participating agencies, both locally and globally. Help organize, volunteer the day of, or just come with your wallet and your Christmas shopping list in mind.Contact: Beth Touchton, 904-744-0967

PCUSA Mission Co-WorkersMission Co-workers are supported with monthly financial contributions as well as emails, cards, letters and the prayers of our congregation. When they are on furlough in the United States, we try to get them to come visit our congregation or presbytery to share about their ministry and contexts. We currently support:

Haiti: Mark Hare & Jenny BentMalawi: Jim and Jodi McGillSouth Sudan: Shelvis and Nancy Smith-Mather

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The Peace and Witness Offering (October 4) World Communion Sunday is the occasion for this offering which supports works of peace and reconciliation locally and around the world.

Christmas Joy Offering (December 20) This offering supports two programs of our national church. Half of the offering provides assistance to active and retired church workers and their spouses. The other half supports scholarships at Presbyterian-related racial ethnic schools and colleges through the General Assembly Mission Council.

One Great Hour of Sharing (March 20) This special offering enables our church to quickly respond to natural disasters and emergencies in the US and world-wide. This offering brings food, medical supplies and rebuilding expertise to those in critical need.

Pentecost Offering (May 24) The Pentecost Offering provides a direct way to meet the needs of children, youth and young adults. We support the ministries for at-risk youth in Jacksonville and around the country.

For more information about any of these special offerings, go to www.specialofferings.pcusa.org or contact Bill Hoff.

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PastorThe Rev. Dr. W. Stephen Goyer(904) 355-4585 x19steve.goyer@rpcjax.org

Associate Pastor of Youth & FamiliesThe Rev. Bill Hoff(904) 355-4585 x11bill.hoff@rpcjax.org

Director of Youth MinistryBreanna Sooter (904) 355-4585 x27breanna.sooter@rpcjax.org

Music DirectorDr. Lois Gurney(904) 355-4585 x20lois.gurney@rpcjax.org

Director of Education Emily Heeg(904) 355-4585 x15emily.heeg@rpcjax.org

Director of Community Life & Community Outreach Jan Nicholas(904) 355-4585 x25jan.cox@rpcjax.org

Business AdministratorJack Higson(904) 355-4585 x14jack.higson@rpcjax.org

Pastor’s Administrative AssistantLetha Mann(904) 355-4585 x22letha.mann@rpcjax.org

Senior Administrative AssistantJennie Bibb(904) 355-4585 x16j.bibb@rpcjax.org

Administrative AssistantJan Carr(904) 355-4585 x10jan.carr@rpcjax.org

AccountantCheryle Busack(904) 355-4585 x17cheryle.busack@rpcjax.org

SextonMichael Lane

CustodianOgnjen Adamovic

Nursery Manager Mary O’Brien

Kitchen Ministries CoordinatorMersida Porcic

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April 2016-April 2018(Rev. February 20, 2015)

class of 2016Child, Dale Chair of Children’s Education CommitteeDunham, Kathy Chair of Worship CommitteeGrant-Dooley, Jean Chair of Outreach CouncilGreen, John Rising Chair of Property & MaintenanceHampton, Wade Chair of Administration & Finance CouncilMilne, Isy (Youth) Youth Representative on SessionTousey III, Clay Chair of Administration & Finance Committee

class of 2017Eberly, Joe Chair of Human Resource CommitteeGilbert, Sherrick Rising Chair of Administration & FinanceHampton, Darlene Chair of Youth CommitteeHarding, Kae Joint Church & School/Clerk of SessionPara, Kathy Chair of Worship CommitteePratt-Dannals, Ed Chair of Adult Christian Education Committee

class of 2018Collier, Glenda Chair of Property & MaintenanceGabel, George Chair of StewardshipHarbison, Stuart Chair of Adult EducationPrince, Ryan Chair of Community LifeRosenberg, Mark Chair of Community OutreachVerlander, Scotty RPDS

Deacons

April 2016-April 2018(Rev. August 12, 2015)

class of 2016Boehmer, Georgene: Co-Chair of DeaconsChamblin, Nancy Cotchaleovitch, Sarah Davis, Martha Lane, Michael Lockwood, Jane Sisler, Laura Trauger, Sarah

class of 2017Althuis, Margot Corbett, Sena Grisnik, Debbie Lear, Merle Mixon, Ken: Co-Chair of DeaconsPomar, Jane Robertson, Judy

class of 2018Cotten, Loretta Crabtree, John (JW) Hillard, Brandon Howey, Bill Mason, Ron Morrow, Susan Polito, Elise Romig, Becky

Board of TrusteesApril 2016-April 2018(Rev. August 12, 2015)

class of 2016Moody, Marcy: PresidentPierson, David Pomar III, Gil

class of 2017Eyrick, Chris: Secretary/TreasurerPlatt, Tommy Weaver, Matt

class of 2018Mark Harbison: Vice PresidentMcGeorge, Amy Walker, Vance

Board of Trustees

(are these current?)Education Council: Ed Pratt - DannalsFellowship/Community Life Council: Kathy ParaOutreach Council: Jean Grant-DooleyStewardship Council: Wade HamptonWorship Council: Kathy Dunham

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