Beach Blast VBS | Aug. 18th – 20th

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In just a few weeks, we will be holding our first ever Vacation Bible School for the kids of PRC and our community. We have a deep passion as we enter our third year of ministry to UP the level in which we’re impacting kids through our church. We really believe that this event is going to set in motion some things that we have been dreaming about in regards to the future of PRC Kids. Below you can find-out more about this event and how you can partner with us to make this event as successful as possible.

Description:
Beach Blast is a FREE event for children 3 yrs-6th grade. Beach Blast is an experience specifically designed with your kid(s) in mind, one where they can learn about God in a setting that is fun and full of energy. Each child will be placed on a team and be involved in a small group according to their age. These teams will be involved in games, worship, crafts, and snacks – all while learning about who they can be in Christ. We have an awesome group of team leaders that are passionate about giving your kid(s) the time of their lives. This is not your typical Vacation Bible School, we promise!

When:
August 18th & 19th from 6:00p – 8:00p
August 20th from 5:00p – 9:00p [Family Night]

Family Night [August 20th] includes: inflatables, games, free food, and giveaways. Free for the whole family.

Cost:
This event is going to be FREE for everyone that attends, but in order for our church to pull off a community event at this level – it is going to cost $4,000. Normally something like this would be part of our normal budget, but with a summer dip in finances and just finishing the renovation project on our new facility – it’s not something we are in position to cover out of the general budget. We are asking for you to partner with us as we do whatever it takes to reach the children of Alamance County with the life-changing message of Jesus Christ.

We are asking for you to consider giving a one-time gift to help us make this event a total success. No gift is too small or insignificant – every little bit counts in a major way. You can give online HERE [please select VBS in the drop down menu] or you can mail a check to our church offices [please write VBS in the memo section]. All gifts are 100% tax deductible.
Pine Ridge Church
904 East Main Street
Haw River, NC 27258

Volunteering:
This past Sunday, we had a tremendous response from people interested in volunteering for our Beach Blast VBS. If you’re interested in partnering with us during the 3 nights of VBS or by helping us distribute door hangers throughout the community on August 9th, please contact Brandon Delk HERE and he will get you all the necessary information that you need.

I want to thank you in advance for helping to make this event a total success. Every time we call on the people of Pine Ridge Church to rise to the occasion – you always knock it out of the park. Our VBS is an incredible opportunity for us to make a lasting impact on children both inside of PRC and throughout our community. We often say, “It is our desire to reach thousands of families in Alamance County and beyond – one child at a time”. I believe we are going to see God do some incredible things as we rally together to make Him famous in the lives of kids. Thank you for your faithful support, commitment, and generosity to PRC. We couldn’t do this without the support of our partners.

I consider it an honor to be your pastor,
Tadd Grandstaff

Volunteer Staff Night of Vision | July 28th

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We want to invite you to be a part of our Night of Vision this coming Wednesday night, July 28, at 6:30pm. This is going to be an incredible night of worship, and Pastor Tadd laying out the vision for our volunteer staff and church for the coming year. At Night of Vision, we will reveal some of the exciting things that are planned that are going to take our culture to the next level. If you are a part of volunteer staff, we want you to be there. Childcare will be provided free of charge. I can promise you that you will want to do everything you can to make sure that you are at Night of Vision! See you Wednesday!

Blessings………
Brandon Delk
Connections Pastor
Pine Ridge Church

Essential James | Week 4

* DAY 1 – James 4:1-3 “Selfish Desires”
1) Why does GOD say we argue?
2) What’s one reason we don’t get what we want?
3) Do you pray with pure motives?

* DAY 2 – James 4:4-6 “Loyal to GOD or the World”
1) Is the Spirit of GOD (the Holy Spirit) willing to take 2nd place in our lives?
2) How does GOD react to the “proud”?
3) How do we receive HIS grace?

* DAY 3 – James 4:7-10 “Give Yourself to GOD”
1) Whom should we resist and whom should we seek after?
2) What is GOD’s promise if we draw near to HIM?
3) What should our reactions be to the sin in our lives? Do you truly react this way?

* DAY 4 – James 4:11-12 “You Are Not the Judge”
1) What are we really doing when we speak against fellow believers?
2) Who has the right to create the law and judge others?

* DAY 5 – James 4:13-17 “Let GOD Plan Your Life”
1) What is GOD’s warning to us in vs 13&14?
2) How should we plan our lives?
3) According to verse 17, what are we guilty of if we do not do what we have learned is “right”?

Pine Ridge Weekly Update

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Here are a few quick hits of what is going on at Pine Ridge Church this week!

1. The Essential James | continues this Sunday
Last Sunday, we talked about the connection between faith and works. James 2:17 says, “In the same way, Faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.” In other words, real faith will always sync up with real works. If you missed the message, watch online here.

2. Summer Giving Update
This year our giving has been good, but it hasn’t been as strong as it needs to be and we have recently fallen behind on our budget. Some of this is to be expected in the summer when lots of people travel and are on vacation, but I’m praying that we’ll continue to be a church that gives generously and meet the needs of God’s church. We have some great things coming up and really believe that God is going to use this church to continue to make an impact on Alamance County. Let’s see if we can make up this $8,500 shortfall together and move into the fall months with great momentum.

If you’d like to give online, or manage recurring contributions, here’s the link to our secure giving page. Thanks so much to those who give faithfully and generously!

3. Upcoming Events
July 28th | Mandatory All Volunteer Staff Meeting | 6:30p at PRC
August 18th-20th | Not Your Grandma’s VBS | more info coming
August 29th | GroupLink | LifeGroup Kick-off Event | 5p-6p at PRC
September 13th | PRC’s 3 yr. Anniversary Celebration | don’t miss it!
September 19th | Baptisms | get registered here

It’s an honor to be your pastor!
Tadd Grandstaff
Lead Pastor
Pine Ridge Church

Essential James | week 3

* DAY 1 – James 3:1-5a “Controlling Our Tongues”
1) What is the warning in these verses?
2) When has your tongue been hard to control?

* DAY 2 – James 3:5b-8 “The Untamable Tongue”
1) GOD says our tongue can be like “a fire”, where does the source of that fire come from?
2) If our tongues are unable to be “tamed” then do we have freedom to say whatever we want?
3) Do you ever ask GOD to help you control your tongue?

* DAY 3 – James 3:9-12 “Our Tongue Is For One Purpose”
1) Should we curse people Monday through Saturday and then praise GOD on Sunday?
2) Can we expect “good” to come out of us if we are allowing “evil” to come out of us as well?
3) Do you need to ask GOD to purify your speech?

* DAY 4 – James 3:13-15 “Living Wise”
1) How should wisdom be expressed?
2) What does GOD say about “boastfulness” and “bragging”? Where does it come from?

* DAY 5 – James 3:16-18 “Godly Wisdom”
1) In verse 17, what is the first result of Godly wisdom?
2) What is the wisdom from GOD always ready to do?
3) Does your own life reflect this type of wisdom?

Pine Ridge Weekly Update

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Here are a few quick hits of what is going on at Pine Ridge Church this week!

1. The Essential James | continues this Sunday
Last Sunday, we talked about the need for us to take the next step as Followers of Christ. Many Christians had a point in their lives when they gave their hearts to Christ, but that isn’t where it stops. A lot of people attend churches and have deceived themselves into thinking that hearing the word of God preached every week is enough to get them by. There are also a lot of people that have gathered a lot of Biblical knowledge, but the true question is: What are they actually doing with it? James says, “don’t just be hearers of the word, but be doer’s”. If you missed the message, watch online here.

2. Summer Giving Update
This year our giving has been good, but it hasn’t been as strong as it needs to be and we have recently fallen behind on our budget. Some of this is to be expected in the summer, when lots of people travel and are on vacation, but I’m praying that we’ll continue to be a church that gives generously and meet the needs of God’s church. Let’s see if we can make up this $8,500 shortfall together and move into the fall months with great momentum. If you’d like to give online, or manage recurring contributions, here’s the link to our secure giving page. Thanks so much to those who give faithfully and generously! .

3. Upcoming Events
July 28th | Mandatory All Volunteer Staff Meeting | 6:30p at PRC
August 18th-20th | Not Your Grandma’s VBS | more info coming
August 29th | GroupLink | LifeGroup Kick-off Event | 5p-6p at PRC
September 12th | PRC’s 3 yr. Anniversary Celebration | don’t miss it!
September 19th | Baptisms | get registered here

It’s an honor to be your pastor!
Tadd Grandstaff
Lead Pastor
Pine Ridge Church

Essential James | week 2

James chapter 2 daily devotions:

* DAY 1 – James 2:1-7 “Our Values vs. GOD’s Values”
1) What sin do we commit when we treat people differently”?
2) What prejudices or assumptions do you have for or against certain “types” of people?
3) Do you need to ask GOD to forgive you for making any judgements?

* DAY 2 – James 2:8-13 “Importance of Mercy”
1) How many of GOD’s commandments are we guilty of breaking?
2) How has GOD taken care of our guilt?
3) Who in our lives do we find it hard to show mercy to?

* DAY 3 – James 2:14-20 “No Action, No Faith”
1) What is the proof of our faith?
2) What actions in your own life can other people see as evidence of your faith?

* DAY 4 – James 2:21-23 “Prove Your Faith”
1) How did Abraham prove his faith?
2) Is there an action GOD is calling you to do to prove you believe HIM, to prove your faith?

* DAY 5 – James 2:24-26 “Is Your Faith Alive?”
1) How do these verses say we will know that our faith is “alive”?
2) What evidence in your life proves your faith is “alive”?

Essential James | week 1

This Sunday, we will begin a brand new teaching series called, The Essential James. We will be taking the next 4 weeks to dig through most of the book of James. Each week we will be sending you short daily devotions that will prepare you for Sundays message. Below you will find daily devotions for chapter 1. The reading & questions should only take you a few minutes to go through.

We’re asking you to join us the next for weeks as we challenge ourselves to read through the book of James together. I really believe God has some awesome things He wants to reveal to all of us.

See you Sunday!
Tadd Grandstaff
lead Pastor
Pine Ridge Church

* DAY 1… James 1:1-8 “Faith & Wisdom”
1) What is your 1st reaction when troubles come?
2) How should we react to life’s problems?
3) What will you do to react correctly next time?

* DAY 2… James 1:9-11 “True Riches”
1) Who does GOD call truly rich?
2) Is being rich a sin or just our focus on money?
3) How will you keep focused on GOD?

* DAY 3… James 1:12-18 “Temptation Is Not From GOD”
1) Where does temptation come from?
2) What is the reward for resisting temptation?
3) What does GOD give to us?

* DAY 4… James 1:19-25 “Listening and Obeying”
1) Is it enough to just read GOD’s Word?
2) What should we do with what we read?
3) Do you follow through with what GOD teaches you?

* DAY 5… James 1:26-27 “True Religion”
1) What does GOD call “true religion”?
2) Do you think it’s ok for us to claim to be a follower of Christ and yet not change our lifestyle?
3) Have you made it ok for yourself to not change?

Start your July 4th celebration at PRC!

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connectNC.TV | Beginning August 19th



What is connectNC?

A network intentionally focused on bringing together church planters and pastors across the Triad and Triangle Regions.  A network where you can learn, share, grow, and connect – not matter if you are new to church planting or a seasoned veteran.

What can you expect?
6 total sessions over a 6 month time period.

4 sessions will be ‘mini-conferences’ that will include 2 speakers filling a 3 hour time block each day. The speakers time will include them unloading all of their best practices, resources, Q & A, and anything else they choose to bless us with.

2 additional sessions will be small group break-outs where we can sort through the “take-aways” of the mini-conferences.

All of the sessions will also include a catered lunch, snacks, and drinks.

Time commitment – You must commit to attend all 6 sessions. The sessions will be from 9:00 am until 4:30 pm at Pine Ridge Church on the following dates: August 19th, September 23rd, October 28th, November 18th, December 16th, and January 20th

Financial commitment – The cost to be in the network is $500… payable to Pine Ridge Church. If you are North Carolina Baptist State Convention Church Planter, then there is a $250 scholarship to the first 20 lead planters that register [the scholarship is not offered for staff, but you can still register your staff at the full price]. If you are a Piedmont Baptist Association Church Planter, then there is an additional $125 scholarship available to you as well.

Attitude commitment – We are looking and praying for leaders who are HUNGRY and willing to do whatever it takes to grow.

A “seek Jesus” commitment – We will not promise you that if you join this network you church will see amazing results… but we do promise you that you will be challenged to seek HIM with all you’ve got… and that you will be challenged and stretched as a leader.

Find-out more at ConnectNC.TV

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