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Archbishop Rusty River's
Ministry
 Calendar for February 2010

This Month's Theme is:
 
Champions for Christ

Get ready for the exciting return of Guru Rusty River!

After some months of cloistered, monastic, meditation, Guru Rusty, as he chooses to be called, is ready to resume his leadership of the Rusty River Missional Church.

 
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Come join us the first Wednesday of the month for  a group of folks figuring out how to be a liturgical, Christo-centric, social justice oriented,  incarnational, contemplative, irreverent, ancient - future church with a progressive but deeply rooted theological imagination. imagination.		 4 5 6
 
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Welcome Dallas Willard speaking on, "If you would keep Jesus’ teaching."

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Come join the monthly meeting of The Society of Christian Philosophers  organized in 1978 to promote fellowship among Christian Philosophers and to stimulate study and discussion of issues which arise from their Christian and philosophical commitments.
 
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This morning Bruce Wilkinson will tell us, "I feel like emptying my pockets for the church."
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Join pastor Sally Morganthaler as she introduces Anglimergent, a peer2peer relational network  engaging emerging church and mission.		 18 19 20
 
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 Erwin McManus



 

 

Today, Erwin McManus will discuss with us,
"throwing out the doctrine of original sin, human depravity, so we can share the Gospel with non-Christians."
 

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This morning, we are honored to welcome pastor, Jacob Yoder from just outside of Columbus, Ohio. His church, “Solomon’s Barn,” the first ever “emerging” Amish church, blends cutting edge worship with Amish sensibilities.
 


 

            
 
 


February 1, 2010

Dear Rusty River Ministry Family,

You won't want to miss this weekend at Saddleback! It will be history-making and also the first service of our Decade of Destiny. I can't wait to share with you what happened this week.
It speaks volumes about YOU, the depth of commitment in this fellowship, and where God is taking us in 2010 - our 45th Anniversary year. I'm simply calling this week's message "The Miracle".
In spite of a media culture that thrives on bad news and is typically clueless about how churches actually work, and in spite of hatefulness and insults by some who immediately jumped to wrong conclusion - the church of God marches on, and once again God surprises all of us!
I am humbled to have been your pastor for 45 years. See you this weekend.
Your Cohort, Rusty River
 

Dear Rusty River Ministries family,

Ruthie and I would like to thank you for all of your generous giving, your commitment and your selfless sacrifices that have made 2009 such and amazing year. In addition, thank you for staying in faith and believing for God to do great things through the RRM Church!
Because of you, this year we saw over 125,000 people accept Jesus as their Savior in our weekend services. Hundreds of thousands attended our live worship events in the United States and around the world, and we delivered hope to nearly 50,000 people in Dodger stadium and millions more through the live television event. Without a doubt, 2009 was one of the greatest years of ministry that we've ever known.
With just a few weekends left in the year, I would like to ask you, along with the many other families of Lakewood, to consider a special year-end gift. We have made it through a very challenging year, and nothing would prepare our church more for 2010 than to experience a supernatural outpouring of support. Victoria and I are praying and believing for this in these final weeks of 2009.
It is a new season of God’s favor. It is a season to discover and seize God’s increase on our church and on our lives. I am so excited about what is to come here at RRM and around the world as we share the hope of Jesus.

Thank you so much for being a vital part of the Lakewood family.

Expecting God to do greater things,

Check below to give a special year-end gift.

Partner with RRM in the work being done throughout the world.  You can be a part of God's work by donating resources to be used to reach others with the message of Jesus Christ.
 


Your Pastors thank you for your support.

Donate in any amount, and receive this keepsake coffee mug
 

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Lifetime Charitable Gift Annuity
The Benefits of a Rusty River Ministries Lifetime Charitable Gift Annuity

The Rusty River Ministries Lifetime Charitable Gift Annuity is a financial agreement which enables you to make a gift of cash to Rusty River Ministries in exchange for benefits to include assured income for life, tax savings, and an excellent rate of return.

Excellent Rate of Return
Today's low interest rates on savings and certificates of deposit may require that you find other ways to plan for your future financial security. A Rusty River Ministries Lifetime Charitable Gift Annuity will provide you with a competitive rate of return - up to 9.50 percent, depending on your age and the number of annuitants in your agreement. When you include the tax savings from the charitable gift involved, the "effective rate of return" on your investment is even greater.

Age Rates*
70 5.70%
75 6.30%
80 7.10%
85 8.10%
90 9.50%

*RRM. Gift Annuities are not available in AL, HI, MD, and WI, or outside the USA. Rates subject to change.


Life Income and Tax Savings
Your Rusty River Ministries Lifetime Charitable Gift Annuity is backed by Rusty River Ministries, which assures you will receive your annuity payment at the same rate for life. During your lifetime, your funds will be invested in U.S. government backed securities for maximum safety. Your annuity can be established for either one life or two. You simply choose the type of annuity and payment schedule which is best for you. The annuity is irrevocable. This service is not available outside of the United States

If you itemize your deductions, you will receive an immediate income tax charitable deduction for the year in which your annuity is established. By funding your annuity in cash, a portion of the income you receive will be a tax-free return of principal for your life expectancy.
       

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