July 2009
ne Parson’s Opinion

One day in the Garden of Eden, Adam asked Eve, “Do you really and truly love me?” “Who else!?,” Eve replied.
A Catholic priest asked a Jewish rabbi, “When are you going to have a ham sandwich with me?” “On your wedding day,” replied the rabbi.
What did Adam and Eve do when they were expelled from Eden? They raised Cain!
A pastor was called by the IRS about a $25,000 contribution claimed by a church member. The IRS man asked, “”Did he really give that amount?” The pastor reflected a moment, then said, “I’d rather not say right now, but if you’ll call back tomorrow, I am quite sure the answer will be yes!”
Notice on church nursery door: “Dear Parents: Children not claimed within 10 minutes after church is dismissed will be sold!”
Saint Peter and Satan were arguing about who was going to repair the hole in the wall between heaven and hell. Peter said to Satan, “You’re going to fix that wall or I’m going to sue you!” Confidently, Satan replied, “Where are you going to find a lawyer?”

July 2009
Did you know that preparing a Sunday School lesson is very similar to cooking? For both, you have to read what is needed – ingredients or lesson supplies. Then you read and follow the steps in the plan. In one instance, you’re serving food for the body, and the other, you are serving food for spiritual growth. For both, preparation is an important key to making something great.
This month I want to talk about something different. A couple of months ago I held the first Body Life Journey workshop. At the end of the workshop, we ate a lunch that I prepared for all the participants—spice rubbed chicken breast tacos with grilled poblano peppers, BBQ onions, and coleslaw. For dessert, it was peach skillet shortcake. As of this printing, we had not yet gotten permission to print that recipe, so let’s talk about a similar dish:

Garage Sale & Car Wash Fund Raiser
Garage Sale Donations - accepted thru June 29 - For some of you, this is your favorite time of the year because you can rid yourself of all that unused stuff cluttering up your home! Contact Josh for more informaiton.

Garage Sale & Car Wash .:. 07.03.09 - 8A Stop by and shop while your car is washed. And, we're anxious to help you get that done. It's a win-win situation. All procedes go to support our students going to Centrifude at Glorieta Conference Center.

InChWesta - July 2009
I want to say a huge thanks to all of you who participated in our youth auction! Your generosity raised $685 to help send our students to Centrifuge at Glorieta in July. Thank you! Be sure to put them to work! Also, a couple of the students mentioned that if you didn’t win an auction but still want to hire them, you can do that, and the money will still go to this great cause. Just contact me if you want to set something up.
Heidi and I want to say thanks for all of the recognition and encouragement we received when you celebrated my graduation from Denver Seminary. Thank you for the commentary set you gave me and the gift card you got for Heidi. We really appreciate them both! Also, thanks for the cake, congratulations and cards that we received. Your support means a lot to us. Thank you again.
In Christ, Josh

2009 Student Permission & Medical Forms
In order for students to participate in special (off-site) events, a completed and current permission and medical release form must be turned in to Josh prior to the event.
Click on "more" to access the form...

Interested in the Handbell Music Ministry?
ARBC owns a three-octave set of handbells and we are exploring the possibility of resurrecting an ARBC handbell choir.
Qualifications:

1. Pray about your invovlement in rebuilding this ministry
2. Very good skills at sight-reading music
3. Rhythm
4. Good coordination
5. A faithfulness to rehearsals

If you are interested in this ministry, please contact Mark Corzine for an audition.

Annual Church Picnic - 2009
Sunday, July 5 (following the morning service)
We'll be meeting in the Fellowship Hall for great food and ARBC "family time"...

HOP - Heritage Of Praise - July 18
Join us as we serve at Heritage of Praise Church in Fountain, Colorado
Saturday, July 18
Volunteers are needed to help landscape the new church building and to distribute packets advertising their Grand Opening in August. All ages are welcome. The ARBC bus will be available to transport our workers. See your upcoming Worship Guides for more details on this opportunity to support our partner church.

2009 Church Golf Tournament & Picnic
Attention ARBC Golfers
The tournament is scheduled for Saturday, July 25 at 10:00A at Littleton Golf & Tennis Center. The picnic is going to be at the Sheridan Community Park, 3325 West Oxford Ave. Sign up sheets are posted on the bulletin board foyer. Rates for this year's tournament and picnic is $64 per person - please pay Jim or Connie Priddy. Tournament is open to members, non-members, men, women and youth. Sign-up sheets are posted on the foyer bulletin board. If you have any questions contact Jim Priddy.

ARBC 2009 Summer Love-In-Action
July 5 - August 2
In September, ARBC will once again be sending a mission team to Hungary. One way we can be of support to the team is to participate in a project that involves their work with University of Gyor students. We would like to distribute gift bags containing:

• pens, pencils, highlighters
• sticky notes and small pads of paper

This mission effort is aimed at establishing a caring presence on campus, developing relationships through which to share the gospel, and promoting home Bible studies. And to think, we can all have a part in it!
Be watching for our display in the foyer.

07.12.09 .:. Special Called Business Meeting
Based on a recommendation from our Deacons, an Ordination Council has been formed (made up of active deacons and other ordained ministers) for the purpose of examining Josh Robertson on July 12 for possible ordination to the gospel ministry. He will be ordained that same evening, based upon his passing the Council’s examination. Then the church will vote on ordaining him. It is very important that we have a quorum that night! Please plan to attend. There will be a dessert and coffee fellowship afterwards.

KIDZ BLITZ - Children’s Sunday Night Program
Kidz Blitz is the Exciting new Teaching format on Sunday Evenings for kidz in K—6th grade. We offer a variety of worderful classes and programs for kidz to help them learn more about becoming a disciple of Christ. Join us and experience the fun, exciting Bible learning for yourself!
Watch for the web site or contact the office at 303.794.3033 for more information about the Kidz Blitz session dates and time...

KIDZ BLITZ - "BIG" Sunday Night Program
BIG curriculum "Tell the World" is the next Kidz Blitz program for kidz in K—6th grade.
At ARBC, we want children to lead BIG expansive lives, grow up to be the BIG people that lead and influence in every area of their BIG lives. Believing in a BIG God and making a BIG difference.
Click on the "more" link for find out details...
Contact the office at 303.794.3033 for more information.

Girls In Action (GA)
Wednesdays, 6:00—7:00 p.m.
For girls in grades 1 through 6
Led by Beth Rogers
If you are a girl in grades 1—6 and would like to learn more about missionaries, ministry and helping others, please join us on Wednesday evenings. We’d love to have you!

.:. ARYA - New Young Adult Ministry
...bridging the gap with a purpose.
Pronounced "are ya"...and stands for Arapahoe Road Young Adults. This new ministry that will be doing service projects, fellowship events, studying God's Word and coming together to reach their generation for Christ!
Join us for Bible Study ~ Wednesday evenings ~ 8PM
Visit the blog at www.ARYAphil213.blogspot.com and join the ARYA Facebook group to get connected with this ministry.

Men's Ministry
Top Gun Men's Ministry is Christ-centered and dedicated to equip, empower and deploy men in Christian service to their family, church, community, and the world.
We will meet the first Saturday morning of every month. This ministry is for all men and young men 6th grade and older.
For more information contact Danny Rogers or the office at 303.794.3033

Verse Of the Day

Hearing Assistance Available at ARBC
ARBC has hearing assistance equipment available for use inside the auditorium during Sunday worship services. Please see the Usher Staff in the foyer or the Sound Technician for information and assistance.

Good Samaritan Food Pantry
Thank you for your generous contributions to the food pantry over the past several weeks. However, we do still need: