Rose Point (New Castle, Pa.) RPC

Charles Brown, pastor

The congregation has benefited from the preaching of our pastor, Charles Brown, as well as from Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary student Ian Gillies, RPTS professor Keith Evans, and retired pastor Ralph Joseph. The communion service, originally scheduled in the spring, was held in early October with Rev. Evans preaching. The winter observance of the Lord’s supper was held Jan. 17, conducted by the pastor.

Following a time when the congregation did not meet for formal worship, the session determined in mid-summer to resume the morning worship services and, in September, the evening worship services. During the lockdown and since, those who cannot attend the worship services in person benefit from the preaching by listening to the services via YouTube. The Wednesday evening prayer time continues to function online via GoogleMeet.

The congregation hosted New Song from Geneva College on Oct. 3 in an outdoor concert at the church.

—Ralph Joseph, correspondent

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2020 Goal for RPM&M Exceeded

The RPCNA Trustees of Synod reported, “In the midst of a challenging year, God’s people were faithful! By His grace, we exceeded our 2020 goal for RPM&M, which supports the ministries of the church. Thank you very much, and praise to God!”

The 2020 goal was $475,000 and the amount given was about $558,500, which is $83,500 over budget. This resulted in increased giving to agencies, largely home and global missions.