May 2012
On Sunday nights, we are going through the book of Ecclesiastes, branding the series as, "How Do You Measure Success?" R.C. Sproul noted that Ecclesiastes is “an exposition to the alternatives to biblical revelation.” In other words, if the Scriptures are not the center and filter of your life, what the book of Ecclesiastes sets forth is what that would look like. The preacher (Qoholeth) sets the table by expressing the vanity or meaninglessness of everything under the sun: work, pleasure, wisdom–we will all soon die and be forgotten, so what’s the use?  This is the thrust of chapters 1-2. The perspective is that of "under the sun"–the earthly perspective. And might I add, a depressing perspective.
Chapter 3 begins with a new perspective, that of "under heaven."  This is the vantage point of a sovereign God who has all things under control.  Nothing is flying under His radar. The cycles that life brings (3:1-8) show the beauty that God is ordering all things rightly (3:9-15). Yet, Qoholeth still struggles.  He sees injustice and oppression by the powerful (3:16—4:4), but he knows that God will judge the righteous and the wicked (3:17).
What do we see?
First, we see the necessity of thinking through the process of connecting biblical truths with the reality of everyday life.  We know from Scripture God’s vantage point and God’s control.  This is clear—and this needs to inform that which is not clear, such as why certain things happen “under the sun.” Scripture needs to inform our experiences and perceptions, not the other way around. 

May 2012
Hello everyone, Steven Diaz here with an update on the youth ministry here at ARBC:
Things are going well in the ministry; we have had new visitors check out our Thursday night “Underground,” and we have had new people come on Sunday mornings, as well. Please continue to pray for the youth ministry, that we can reach more students with the Word of God.
Our Youth clean-up day was a huge success—we had eight students come, and fun was had by all!
Upcoming events include:

• May 20—Student recognition and student-led service
• May 25—End of the school year party (lock-in)
• July 15-22—Mission trip to Tucson, Arizona

Thank you for your support!
God’s love,
Steven Diaz

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 the Youth Minister prior to the event.
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Music Ministry
Our calling and purpose is to worship God in Spirit and in truth and to lead others into God’s presence through worship. In the process of doing this, you will meet many new friends and form lasting and meaningful relationships. As part of the Music Ministry you will also have many opportunities of service and ministry other than our Sunday morning worship experiences. And you will have the joy of leading worship, encouraging and influencing people in worship beyond the walls of this church. Please know that what we are about is WORSHIP, not performance. We are called to be worshipers - not to do worship.
If you are interested in serving in this exciting ministry - Contact the Music Team by calling the church office at 303.794.3033
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Share Jesus Without Fear

* Ever wish you had an easy way to express to others the joy you've found in Christ?
* Ever regret not sharing the simple Truths because you were afraid?

Be sure to attend this series of classes!
Sundays at 5PM

• May 20,
• June 3,
• June 10,
• June 24

For more information, click here

MEF 2011 Bible Conference
31st Word and Music Evangelism Foundation Conference – Evening of Music
When: June 25 - 29, 2012
Where: DoubleTree World Arena Hotel
Click here for directions.
This is an absolutely FREE conference that has the country’s BEST preaching and singing - all within driving distance (Colorado Springs).
Starting in 1985, MEF Evening of Music has become the most popular and best-attended event of the week-long MEF Bible Conference.

Sign up on the foyer bulletin board if you would like to attend the popular Evening of Music on Monday, June 25th. If possible, we will take the ARBC bus, leaving the parking lot at 4:30 p.m.

OBU Chorale Performances


The Oklahoma Baptist University Chorale Tour is coming to Colorado: Wednesday, May 16, 6:30 p.m. at Applewood Baptist Church or Thursday, May 17, 7:00 p.m. at Mississippi Avenue Baptist Church

Ladies Bible Study - Winter 2012
Jonah—Navigating a Life Interrupted by Priscilla Shirer Mondays at 7 p.m. and Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m.
Beginning March 26.
What do we do when God interrupts our lives? Many times, like Jonah, we run! In this Bible study, Priscilla redefines interruption and shows that interruption is actually God's invitation to do something beyond our wildest dreams. When Jonah was willing to allow God to interrupt his life, the result was revival in an entire city.

Pray for Our Church
It is an often-observed fact that the Church in America is under pointed attack by our enemy, who “prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour.”
Sometimes his tactics are subtle, sometimes they are blatant. Either way, our strongest position is to be on our knees in prayer before God. His Word tells us to “Resist (Satan), standing firm in the faith…”
If you would like to join us for a weekly prayer time, please call the Church Office - 303.794.3033 to find out more information.

.:.Response Center
"For the Son of Man came to seek and to save what was lost" (Luke 19:10).

For more information about new life in Jesus, call 1.888.Jesus20 or visit www.FinditHere.com or www.TheGoodNews.org. Please click the "more" button for additional information.

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: