Inspirational Quote of the Week
“Know your HOLY GOD intimately. When you have seen His glory, His holiness, and His love — by drawing close to Him in prayer — then you can usually see through any counterfeits because you know the “real thing” so well.”
– John Newton
Guest Speaker: Jonathan Burgio
Jonathan Burgio, head of BASIC Ministries, will be speaking at our Sunday morning service and our Recharge service this weekend. Jonathan Burgio is from our church fellowship ELIM, and we are looking forward to hear what God has placed on his heart to share!
Short-term Mission Trip Informational Meeting this Sunday
If you would like to know more about our upcoming summer mission trips to the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua, please attend our informational meeting after our 10am service on Sunday, March 8th. Definite dates are to be determined.
Saturday Evening Recharge Service
Join us to relax, refresh, and recharge at our weekend evening service this Saturday, March 7th at 6pm! Our guest speaker is Jonathan Burgio, head of BASIC Ministries. For more information about these services, visit our Recharge page!
Girls club resuming
On Wednesday, March 18th our girls club is resuming after its Winter break. We encourage all young girls of Reach Out Church to attend for a fun time of craft-making, singing, playing games, and learning about God’s love.
Water baptism
We will be having a water baptism on Sunday, April 12th during out 10am service. For those interested in learning more about baptism, there will be a class lead by Pastor Tom Massey on Thursday, April 9th at 7pm. Please sign up in the foyer if you are interested!
Men’s Getaway
All men of Reach Out Church are invited to take a break from the pressures of everyday life and to draw close to God at our annual Men’s Getaway! Our church’s men expect to hear what God’s will is for their lives that they may be strengthened to provide for their families through the pressures and hardships of life, and have a little rest and relaxation in the process. This year’s getaway is taking place at the Tuscarora Inn in Mount Bethel, PA from Friday, April 17th – Sunday, April 19th. For information about signing up and cost, please visit our event page.
Hyde Park Fishing Derby
Mark your calendars for our 14th annual Hyde Park Fishing Derby on Saturday, May 2nd! Every year we fill up our pond with trout and let the children fish and compete for prizes, and there’s plenty of food provided! Registration and payment details will be available closer to the event date.
All men and women are welcome to attend a special Valentine’s Breakfast on Saturday, February 21st at 9am in the annex. This will be in lieu of the monthly Men’s Breakfast.
All women of Reach Out Church are welcome to enjoy fellowship and breakfast at the church annex Saturday, February 7th at 10am. Bring your favorite mug and muffins to share, and coffee, tea, and hot chocolate will be provided.
Reach Out Church’s missionary to Romania, Pastor Billy Ng, has written another book to challenge us and help us grow deeper in our relationship with Jesus. It is called 
Thank you to all who contributed to our Giving Tree! We will be donating all of the hats, scarves, mittens, and gloves to a local outreach in Poughkeepsie! We could not have done this without your generosity!
All men are welcome to join us for fellowship and a free breakfast next Saturday, January 10th at 9 a.m. The Men’s Breakfast takes place in the annex building and a donation is appreciated for the cost of the breakfast.
“Keep your filthy mitts off me, you beasts!” the woman screamed as men dragged her out of the house where she had been caught in the act – the very act – of …um, snuggling… with a man not her husband. Other men stood outside, ready with stones for Armstrong target practice. Terrified, the woman struggled, but to no avail — her captors were stronger than she and escape was impossible. Then Jesus stepped out of the crowd. “Hey, dudes. What’s the haps?” He asked. “Why you bustin’ that chick?” “We have caught her in the very act of, um, snuggling,” the men answered. “By the Law she must be stoned. You got sometin’ to say about it, oh wise judge?” they asked sarcastically. Jesus bent over and traced a few letters in the dust of the ground. Then He stood and told them, “Yup, the law says stone her to death. But here’s the deal: Whichever one of you has never ever made a mistake gets to be first to whack her with a stone.” Then Jesus bent once more and resumed writing in the dust. Stony silence ensued (pun intentional). Then a THUNK as a heavy stone hit the ground. Then another. Then another chorus of THUNK, THUNK, THUNK. Men turned and left as stones dropped. In mere moments, the yard was empty save for Jesus and the woman. “So, no one has the chops to accuse you?” Jesus asked. “No one, Lord,” she answered. “Well, okay then. I don’t accuse you either. You’re free to go. But hey, watch yourself; don’t do this again.”