Welcome to our weekly blog “Around theROCK”. It’s just a highlight of what’s going on and coming up at theROCK. Some good info for our volunteers and partners but also a chance for those outside to get a look inside at the happenings around theROCK. So let’s get started…
#1 Last Weekend Recap
- We finished up our series “The GHOST” this past Sunday, with a powerful experience featuring communion. We talked about how the Spirit “teaches us” and “reminds us” of all things. And so used the opportunity to teach the importance of communion and allowed the Holy Spirit to REMIND us what He did and what we’ve done.
- You can watch the first two weeks of that series HERE and last week’s message should be up shortly.
- Sunday we celebrated the life of our dear friend and fellow partner of theROCK Jeremy Krajeck.
- Jeremy was only 33 years old when he passed away on Thursday October 27. But to say his life has made an impact on many many lives would be an understatement.
- I was blown away by how many people showed up at The Fire Escape, Kingsport. I know Jeremy would have been very humbled to see how many people loved him and were affected by his life.
- I have to admit it was unlike any “funeral” or “memorial celebration” that I’ve ever been apart of, and I would say that’s a good thing! There were close to 20 people that stood up and came forward to share memories and stories of how Jeremy made a difference in their lives. All of them were amazing, but two stories have stuck with me and I don’t think I’ll ever forget…
- Both stories came from kids who hang out at The Fire Escape. One was from Jonathan… Jonathan is autistic and he shared why Jeremy is a REAL MAN. His parents and in particular his dad never was there for Jonathan because of his disabilities. But Jonathan watched as Jeremy was more than a dad to his autistic son Seth. Jonathan said that even though, because of his autism, he can very rarely show his emotions, he said that he literally shed tears for the first time in a long time after listening to Jeremy speak about how much he loved his son and how he met his needs. He said Jeremy showed that type of unconditional love to him as well, and that he had never met anyone like Jeremy. It was a very moving speech.
- Then there was Matty. I did not know the full story behind Matty until after the memorial celebration. But he told of how Jeremy was as upfront and honest about his faith with Jesus Christ than anyone he had ever met. And he retold the story of a recent conversation he had with Jeremy and Jeremy just flat out told him how much he enjoyed being around him, and so much so that he really wanted to see him in the kingdom of Heaven one day! Matty said that is probably “the most loving and best thing anyone has ever said to him.”—– Matty is a self-proclaimed atheist. Wow!
- After all the stories had been told basically Jeremy’s funeral had been preached (by his life). So it was really easy for me to simply stand up and share the gospel is in the simplest way I know how, and give people an opportunity to respond to this same Jesus that had transformed Jeremy’s life. At least 4 people responded and surrendered their life to Jesus Christ. Of those 4, one of those included…….. Jeremy’s wife, Crystal. That’s so freakin awesome!!!
- We love you Jeremy
#2 Volunteer/Partner Lunch THIS SUNDAY
- Yes I’m posting this again in this Around theROCK, because of Jeremy’s memorial celebration, we were unable to have it last week. So here’s the details again….
- November is going to be a WILD month at theROCK, so to get us all on the same page and all moving parts working together, we’re going to have a special lunch right after church THIS Sunday!
- This lunch may be primarily for our volunteers and partners at theROCK but it’s also open for anyone who is interested in getting involved or wants to know a little more about our vision and where we’re heading over the next few months.
- For more details or questions about what to bring, you can contact our Logistics Coordinator Ruth Ford at ruthjoy08@yahoo.com
#3 New thursdayROCK Bible Study
- We also were unable to jump start the new bible study last week, so here’s the details again to that…
- We just finished up our about 6 month study through the New Testament and now we’re excited to jump start a brand new discussion starting THIS THURSDAY…
- Last November we finished up our study of the book RADICAL by David Platt. It truly was a life altering and church transforming study as we got outside of our little shells and learned how to live a life that is Radical and how we can change the world from Kingsport, TN.
- Now we’re taking it to a WHOLE NUTHA LEVEL as we go through the next study by David Platt called Radical Together. We will learn how to “Unleash the People of God for the Purpose of God”
- Pick up the book at any local bookstore or online and join us this Thursday night at 6:30pm either live at our “Secret Church” location or online on our iROCK internet campus. Go to iROCKdoU.com for more details.
#4 New series starting Sunday… THE ONE!
- So… Guess what? I’m more EXCITED about this series starting Sunday than any other we’ve had at theROCK! Yeah so I say that about every series! But it’s TRUE!!!!
- If you want to know more about WHAT theROCKchurch is all about, and WHY we do what we do… This series is perfect for you!
- If you want to know how YOU can play apart in making a difference in your city and in this world… This series is perfect for you!
- If you’ve been burnt out by “church as usual” and “status quo Christianity” and you’ve always wondered, “is there more?”…. This series is perfect for you!
- As we gear up for our 2nd annual ROCK the Block this month this series is going to be a perfect resource to go alongside us and show us the WHY and the HOW we are to reach PEOPLE around us.
- This Sunday the topic is “Saved People, Serve People” gosh GET THERE!!! BRING SOMEONE! and BE CHANGED!
#5 Some Important Dates and Events to keep in Mind…
- As mentioned above November is going to be WILD and CRAZY, but in a good way… Keep up with where and what theROCK will be doing…
- Saturday, November 5: ROCK bonfire, for those interested. It will be at 7pm in Rogersville. For those wanting to car pool down, we will meet at the Church Hill Food City at 6:45pm.
- Sunday, November 6: TIME CHANGE!!! Do not forget to turn the clocks back! That means you get an extra hour to sleep! So it’s also NO EXCUSE SUNDAY.
- Sunday, November 6: New series and Volunteer/Partner lunch
- Saturday, November 12: ROCK the Block 2011. For more details on this awesome ministry you can check out last week’s Around theROCK which details this HERE or contact our Logistics Coordinator Ruth Ford at ruthjoy08@yahoo.com
- Sunday, November 13: Operation Christmas Child boxes are due! For more information you can contact our Marketing Coordinator Chelsea Daugherty at cdaugh10@yahoo.com
- Saturday, November 19: Kingsport Christmas Parade. Come and help us pass out candy and info about theROCK. We need as many people as possible to make our presence felt.
And always remember any time you can’t make it to church, whether sick or out of town, be sure you check out our iROCK internet campus at iROCKdoU.com
NO EXCUSE SUNDAY… Let’s GO!
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