Bulletin Aug 10, 2025
Welcome to Ridge Pointe!
It is our hope today that you will sense our love and devotion for God, our love of great worship music to God, and our love of the timeless and powerful Word of God. Have a blessed day as you
worship with us!
worship with us!
Memory Verse
Then He arose and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, “Peace, be still!” And the wind ceased and there was a great calm. But He said to them, “Why are you so fearful? How is it that you have no faith?” (Mark 4:39–40).
Commentary
In Mark, Jesus’ disciples are often unbelieving believers. Yes, they are children of God (except for Judas). And yes, their names are written in the Book of Life, and they will be with God forever.
But during Jesus’ ministry to them—and even after He rises from the dead—His disciples will struggle greatly with having faith in God: “O faithless generation, how long shall I be with you? How long shall I bear with you?” (Mark 9:19). Followers of Christ do not always grow in understanding and faith as quickly as God would like them to! So, let’s keep praying and encouraging one another!
In Mark, Jesus’ disciples are often unbelieving believers. Yes, they are children of God (except for Judas). And yes, their names are written in the Book of Life, and they will be with God forever.
But during Jesus’ ministry to them—and even after He rises from the dead—His disciples will struggle greatly with having faith in God: “O faithless generation, how long shall I be with you? How long shall I bear with you?” (Mark 9:19). Followers of Christ do not always grow in understanding and faith as quickly as God would like them to! So, let’s keep praying and encouraging one another!
Happy Birthday
Cissy Welch 10th
Marilyn Kottemann 15th
Marilyn Kottemann 15th
Ladies’ Bible Study
Wednesday morning at 10:30. Meet in the JOY classroom. See Marilyn Kottemann for more information.
Monthly Luncheon
Sunday, August 24th. Theme Family Favorites. Sign-up sheet is available on the table outside the church office.
2025 Giving Totals
Weekly Budget Amount $3,500.00
Amount Given Last Week $2,564.00
Year to Date Budget $108,500.00
Year to Date Giving $90,952.70
Missions Project $1,045.00
Amount Given Last Week $2,564.00
Year to Date Budget $108,500.00
Year to Date Giving $90,952.70
Missions Project $1,045.00
Ridge Pointe Internet/Phone Prayer Meeting & Bible Study
Wednesday Evening 7:00PM
We hope you will join us online and enjoy our time of fellowship, prayer and a short devotion from God’s Word.
To download the app “GoToMeeting.” Go here: http://global.gotomeeting.com/install/454076013.
Then, join us at 7:00 PM on Wednesday night from your computer, tablet, or smartphone. Go here:
https://www.gotomeet.me/RidgePointeFellowship.
You can also dial in using a landline or cell phone: Dial: 1–646–749–3122, then enter Access Code: 454–076–013.
We hope you will join us online and enjoy our time of fellowship, prayer and a short devotion from God’s Word.
To download the app “GoToMeeting.” Go here: http://global.gotomeeting.com/install/454076013.
Then, join us at 7:00 PM on Wednesday night from your computer, tablet, or smartphone. Go here:
https://www.gotomeet.me/RidgePointeFellowship.
You can also dial in using a landline or cell phone: Dial: 1–646–749–3122, then enter Access Code: 454–076–013.
Ways to Give in 2025
First, you may donate to God’s kingdom work online by going to the website at www.ridgepointefellowship.com and clicking on the menu item at the top right listed as GIVE. Simply fill out the form provided, and the rest is easy. You can also access this form by
texting “Give” to 972-656-0445.
Second, you may give by using the app ZELLE. Simply enter the email: ridge.pointe.church@gmail.com to give.
Third, as always, if you are attending in person, you may give by cash or check directly in the offering boxes located at the entrances to the sanctuary. One is in the back foyer, the other
is just outside the entry door of the sanctuary.
texting “Give” to 972-656-0445.
Second, you may give by using the app ZELLE. Simply enter the email: ridge.pointe.church@gmail.com to give.
Third, as always, if you are attending in person, you may give by cash or check directly in the offering boxes located at the entrances to the sanctuary. One is in the back foyer, the other
is just outside the entry door of the sanctuary.
Thank you so much for your faithful generosity to God’s kingdom work!
“God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7).
Read more...
Bulletin Aug 3, 2025
Welcome to Ridge Pointe!
It is our hope today that you will sense our love and devotion for God, our love of great worship music to God, and our love of the timeless and powerful Word of God. Have a blessed day as you
worship with us!
worship with us!
Memory Verse
And with many such parables He spoke the word to them as they were able to hear it. But without a parable He did not speak to them. And when they were alone, He explained all things to His disciples (Mark 4:33–34).
Commentary
Mark concluded his account of Jesus’ kingdom parables by explaining His purpose and approach in teaching this way. Mark recorded only a few of the parables that Jesus gave (as opposed to Matthew and Luke). They were given to pique the interest of people (and to hide truth from the rebellious. Jesus would reveal their true meanings in private—truths concerning His kingdom—-so that they might prepare for it.
Mark concluded his account of Jesus’ kingdom parables by explaining His purpose and approach in teaching this way. Mark recorded only a few of the parables that Jesus gave (as opposed to Matthew and Luke). They were given to pique the interest of people (and to hide truth from the rebellious. Jesus would reveal their true meanings in private—truths concerning His kingdom—-so that they might prepare for it.
Ladies’ Bible Study
Wednesday morning at 10:30. Meet in the JOY classroom. See Marilyn Kottemann for more information.
Monthly Luncheon
Sunday, August 24th. Theme Family Favorites. Sign-up sheet is available on the table outside the church office.
2025 Giving Totals
Weekly Budget Amount $3,500.00
Amount Given Last Week $1,835.30
Year to Date Budget $105,000.00
Year to Date Giving $88,388.70
Missions Project $1,025.00
Amount Given Last Week $1,835.30
Year to Date Budget $105,000.00
Year to Date Giving $88,388.70
Missions Project $1,025.00
Ridge Pointe Internet/Phone Prayer Meeting & Bible Study
Wednesday Evening 7:00PM
We hope you will join us online and enjoy our time of fellowship, prayer and a short devotion from God’s Word.
Download the app “GoToMeeting.” Go here: http://global.gotomeeting.com/install/454076013.
Then, join us at 7:00 PM on Wednesday night from your computer, tablet, or smartphone. Go here:
https://www.gotomeet.me/RidgePointeFellowship.
You can also dial in using a landline or cell phone: Dial: 1–646–749–3122, then enter Access Code: 454–076–013.
We hope you will join us online and enjoy our time of fellowship, prayer and a short devotion from God’s Word.
Download the app “GoToMeeting.” Go here: http://global.gotomeeting.com/install/454076013.
Then, join us at 7:00 PM on Wednesday night from your computer, tablet, or smartphone. Go here:
https://www.gotomeet.me/RidgePointeFellowship.
You can also dial in using a landline or cell phone: Dial: 1–646–749–3122, then enter Access Code: 454–076–013.
Ways to Give in 2025
First, you may donate to God’s kingdom work online by going to the website at www.ridgepointefellowship.com and clicking on the menu item at the top right listed as GIVE. Simply fill out the form provided, and the rest is easy. You can also access this form by texting “Give” to 972-656-0445.
Second, you may give by using the app ZELLE. Simply enter the email: ridge.pointe.church@gmail.com to give.
Second, you may give by using the app ZELLE. Simply enter the email: ridge.pointe.church@gmail.com to give.
Third, as always, if you are attending in person, you may give by cash or check directly in the offering boxes located at the entrances to the sanctuary. One is in the back foyer, the other is just outside the entry door of the sanctuary.
Thank you so much for your faithful generosity to God’s kingdom work!
“God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7).
Read more...