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We live in a society hugely affected by technology. Technology in turn depends upon good connections. It is our desire to do all we can to help individuals connect with Jesus Christ, and with other believers. We pray this website serves as a tool toward that end.

Special Online Service Content

Our Sunday morning services are now being held at our church building, but will also be streamed live here as video. Additionally, an audio-only recording will be available after the service on the sermons page.

August 16, 2020 — current/upcoming Sunday

August 9, 2020 — previous Sunday

It is our hope that those among our church family at higher risk will continue to worship with us remotely, until it becomes safe to resume normal interactions again.

Service Times

Highlights

Keys for Kids Devotional
The Keys for Kids devotional is now available families in our church body. Please check your mailbox for your copy of the July-August-September edition!
These are free to you & we hope that they may be a helpful resource for teaching your kids about God.
Men's & Ladies' Retreat @ IRBC
Men's & Ladies' Retreat time is quickly approaching! Due to limited capacity this year (550 person limit), pre-registration is required. THIS SUNDAY is your last chance to sign up as registrations must be submitted by August 15th & it is $50/person. If you are planning on attending, please sign up in the foyer or contact Renee Palermo.
Men's Retreat will be held Friday, August 28 & Saturday, August 29. This year's speaker is Jon Jenks and the theme is Healthy & Thriving Churches.
Ladies' Retreat will be held Friday, September 11 & Saturday, September 12. This year's speaker is Andy Stearns & the theme is Women in the Word.
VBS 2020
VBS 2020 "Hooked on God's Mercy" is going on now! VBS is each night this week from 6-8 pm. Everyone is invited Friday night for the closing program. There will be a free meal provided plus a dunk tank and water balloons for the kids.
We had 21 kids the first night. Please pray for this week's VBS! Pray that God would bring many children who are hungry to learn more about God. Pray that God would save those who need salvation and that those who are saved would grow in their knowledge and love for Christ. Pray for our volunteers as they have opportunities to interact with the children and demonstrate God's love. And pray for the health and safety of the kids & volunteers throughout the week.
BRBC Prayer List
Each week we put together a prayer list that is typed up and put in
the bulletin. We hope this will be helpful in knowing how to pray specifically for the needs of those in our church.
If you would like to be added to the prayer list please let Ashley Day(ashleylday11@gmail.com) or Renee Palermo (reneenpalermo@gmail.com) know!
Please include how we can specifically pray for you.

BRBC Prayer List
Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

"If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land." 2 Chron. 7:14

Prayer Requests:
- Pray for our upcoming VBS. Pray that we would be able to reach many kids with the Gospel. PRAY FOR 40 KIDS TO ATTEND THIS YEAR!
- Pray for camp season at IRBC. Pray for an effective ministry and that campers and staff would grow deeper in their walk with the Lord so they will be more effective for the kingdom. Pray also for wisdom in our dealing with the COVID-19 and still holding camp.
- Lorie Weigert: Pray for her health. She is facing some serious health concerns.
- Andie Black: Pray for her as she has been dealing with some health problems
- Allen Black: He was recently diagnosed with lung cancer. Pray he will quit smoking. Also pray for strength for him & Andie and for wisdom as they and the doctors decide on treatment options.
- Olivia Gates: Pray for wisdom for Krista & Caleb for how to treat her elevated lead levels.
- Mike & Sharon Lucas: Prayer for the family as they deal with the death of Sharon's mother.
- William Loeffers: Healing of his eyesight and kidneys as he undergoes dialysis.
- Pray for continual spiritual growth in our church.
- Pray for opportunities for each of us to share the Gospel with those we come in contact with.
- Pray that God would continue to bring people to our church who need the Gospel.
- Pray for our President and leaders & for the 2020 elections.
- Pray for our Deacons: Nate Day, Gary McCool, Joseph Palermo, & Randy Witte
- Pray for our Pastor and family.
Book Corner: Fearing Others: Putting God First by Zach Schlegel
Fishing for compliments, overcommitting, never committing, keeping people at a distance, being defensive, impatient, insecure, or envious… these are symptoms of the same disease. When we fear other people more than we fear God, we become anxious slaves to their opinions and approval. But we don't have to compete to be loved. We have a great cause to live in peace, joy, and confidence--we just need to understand the depth of our people-pleasing problem and embrace its biblical solution. In this 31-day devotional, Pastor Zach Schlegel uses meditations on God's Word, reflection questions, and practical suggestions for action to guide you toward a freer way of life in service to God. Discover how to take the leap of obedience, fear God alone, and rest in his grace.
Missionary of the Month: Rory & Kristy Moore
Rory & Kristy Moore serve as missionaries in Kpalimé,Togo at the Village of Light School for the Blind. THe mission of the Village of Light school is to educate sight-impaired children and to teach them a trade. Rory serves in administration & teaching, as well as equipping local pastors.

Prayer Requests
- Additional monthly support ($85 shortage)
- Salvation of the students
- Funds needed ($35,000 for a new school van; $15,000 for batteries & an inverter; $8,000 for Aquaponics)