What’s Happening

SURVIVING the HOLIDAYS
• DivorceCare – Monday, November 17 | 6:30 PM | C115 | $10*
• GriefShare – Wednesday, November 19 | 6:30 PM | C115 | $10*
Join us for an evening of hope-inspiring ideas for those facing loss, grief or separation this holiday season. Facilitated by Lisa Hill and Michael Fenton, topics will include how to: plan for the season, deal with holiday invitations, manage strong emotions, survive “alone time,” and create new traditions. All are welcome and invited to attend by registering below. Please email soulcare@rdf.org with questions. *$10 fee includes optional workbook. Register HERE.

THANKSGIVING MEAL DRIVE and DISTRIBUTION
Donations: Nov 1-21 | Distribution: Sat, Nov 22
On Saturday, November 22, we will be handing out over 200 turkeys and Thanksgiving groceries. Please join us, as we partner with our Food Ministry to help serve our clients a nice Thanksgiving meal. The specific items needed are: instant mashed potatoes, canned beans, canned corn, stuffing mix, canned cranberry, gravy or gravy packets and cornbread mix. You can drop these items off Sundays at the bin on the patio, or Monday-Thursday in the Church Office. For your convenience, you may also shop our Amazon Wishlist and the food items will be delivered directly to the church. To view the Amazon list, please click HERE. To volunteer on Saturday, Nov 22, please fill out the form at rdf.org/volunteer and you will be contacted. Questions? Please email Craig at craigd@rdf.org.

Women’s Christmas Tea – A Journey to Bethlehem
Sunday, December 7 | 4-6 PM | $20/person | Center Bldg.
Women of all ages: Join us for a special evening as we celebrate Christmas and the birth of our Savior. The event will include a light meal with tea, a time of worship, and an opportunity to give toward a meaningful cause. Nancy White will be sharing with us, bringing The Journey to Bethlehem. You won’t want to miss this uplifting evening! Register below starting Sunday, October 26, or on the Patio on Sunday mornings. Limited amounts of reserved full tables (8 seats) and reserved half tables (4 seats) will be available. All other ticket sales will be open seating. We’ll have plenty of room! Register HERE.

Staff Love Gift: Dear Friends, It’s the season of the year that we say thank you to all of our staff that have served us faithfully this year. If you wish to contribute to the “Love Gift” offering for our staff, please click HERE, place the designated funds inside the Giving Boxes in the lobby, or hand it to an Usher or Ministry and Counsel member. This is a chance to say thank you to our excellent, God-directed staff.
Your Ministry and Counsel

CONNECT at RDF
Sunday, January 25 | 10:30 AM | Conference Room
If you’re newer to Rose Drive Friends Church, we invite you to dive deeper into what makes us who we are. It’s the perfect opportunity to hear from and mingle with our pastors, staff, and leaders in a relaxed atmosphere. At CONNECT, we’ll zoom into the heart of our church and explore our journey, beliefs, passions, and vision. Discover how you can plugged in through various groups, service opportunities, and local outreach initiatives. Then, we’ll connect over a delicious lunch with your family! We can’t wait to welcome you at CONNECT and are eager to get to know you better! RDFkidz and Student Ministries programming will be available for infants – 12th grade. Please RSVP HERE. Questions? Please email Kristen Reyes at KristenR@rdf.org.