Events
Events
Members from all generations enjoy warm fellowship through a variety of church activities throughout the year. Whether it is enjoying a summer picnic, serving the community, or singing Christmas carols on a frosty evening, joy is found in being together with our brothers and sisters in Christ. View our photo gallery of events below and visit our Facebook page for additional pictures.
Soup & Song
Two elderly saints, Simeon and Anna, gave thanks when they saw the baby Jesus shortly after his birth. Their eyes beheld their salvation, which was “prepared before the face of all people; a light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel” (Luke 2:30-32). Families at Reformation Bible Church likewise testified of this truth with our seniors and shut-ins during Soup and Song on December 17.
Lessons & Carols
Isaiah foretold that “darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people: but the LORD shall arise upon thee, and his glory shall be seen upon thee. And the Gentiles shall come to thy light, and the kings to the brightness of thy rising.” Instrumentalists, singers, and readers declared this truth at Reformation Bible Church’s annual Lessons and Carols Service on December 14.
Ladies Bible Study
The ladies of Reformation Bible Church met at the Eshlemans’ house on Saturday, December 6 for a Christmas brunch and Bible study. After enjoying some food and fellowship, Jennifer Reyes, our missionary to Orizaba, Mexico, gave her testimony and a devotional on Mary, the mother of Jesus.
Upper Darby Thanksgiving Praise Service
Located at Free Grace Missionary Bible Church in Upper Darby, PA
Reformation Celebration
The congregation celebrated the 508th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation on November 2-5. Pastor Colin Mercer preached on the theme of “Christ and Him Crucified.” RBC also hosted a fellowship lunch in the chandelier lobby on Sunday afternoon.
ACCC 84th Convention
Bible Presbyterian Church of Charlotte, NC hosted the 84th Annual Convention of the American Council of Christian Churches on October 21-23. The theme was “Christ’s Church: The Pillar and Ground of the Truth.” Jonathan Peters gave a breakout session at the event on “Modern Memoirs: Whose Truth and Whose Glory? The Council also conferred Dr. McKnight with the Contenders Award for his many years of service as the president.
Men’s Prayer Meeting
Reformation Bible Church hosted the quarterly men’s prayer meeting on October 4. Rev. Stephen Pollock preached a message from Psalm 87. The men then had a time of prayer, followed by food and fellowship in the chandelier lobby.
Baptisms and New Members
On September 21, Pastor Eshleman baptized six people. Three were baptized by sprinkling during the morning service, and three were baptized by immersion at the creek afterwards. Four of those baptized that day joined the church
Church Picnic
Reformation Bible Church hosted its annual church picnic at Susquehannock State Park, PA on August 9. Families enjoyed eating BBQ, fellowshipping, hiking, and playing games.
Free Presbyterian Youth Camp
Reformation Bible Church took a group of twelve campers and two staff up to the Free Presbyterian Youth Camp at Rock Mountain Bible Camp in Susquehanna, PA on July 12-19. The messages this year revolved around the epistle of James. Campers had the opportunity to participate in various activities throughout the week, including volleyball, gaga ball, soccer, ping-pong, zip-line, archery, and Bible-quizzing.
Bible Day Camps
Seventy K4-1st grader campers enjoyed the week of Junior Bible Camp and the “Wonder Junction.” One hundred fifty senior campers split into teams of Coke and Pepsi and competed in competitions throughout the week. They memorized verses from Romans, heard two daily devotionals from Mr. Carper, and completed Bible quizzing from the Children’s Catechism.
Jamaica VBS Missions Trip
This year’s team held VBS at the Smithfield Fern Evangelical Methodist Churches pastored by Wilford (Meggie) Scott. The overall theme was “God’s Way,” with lessons focusing on God’s way must be obeyed, God’s way is not restrictive, God’s way is a delight, and God’s way can be surprising. Students were encouraged to memorize the Ten Commandments as well as several other Bible verses.
Song and Sandwiches
Colossians 3:16 says: “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs.” On April 16, RBC families visited our seniors and shut-ins to encourage them in song this Easter season. Afterwards, families reassembled at the church for a time of food and fellowship.
Ladies Luncheon
On April 12, the Reformation Bible Women’s group hosted a Ladies Luncheon in the chandelier lobby. The ladies enjoyed good food, musical selections, and a special word from Abena Bentsil on “Who Is This God?”
ACCC Spring Rally
On April 7, the American Council of Christian Churches held its annual Spring Rally at Orwell Bible Church, pastored by Executive Secretary Dan Greenfield. That afternoon, Jonathan Peters gave a presentation on “Staying Informed in the Ministry.” The following day, Executive Committee members met at the church for a business meeting
Kenya Missions Trip
Reformation Bible Church is blessed to have participated in a recent trip to Kenya in early April. A two-day conference was held at the Evangelical Methodist Church of Kyoani focusing on the work of the Holy Spirit. Pastor McKnight also presented five lessons to pastors and university students in Kakamega as a part of a conference held there by the Free Presbyterian Mission Society and Glory Bible Church. The theme of that conference was The Holy Scriptures & The Holy Spirit. “And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also” (2 Timothy 2:2).
Fellowship Lunch
On February 16, Pastor Eshleman conducted an infant dedication during the morning service. Afterwards, there was a fellowship meal in the chandelier lobby of the high school building.
Soup & Song
On Wednesday evening December 18, families from the church caroled to the seniors and shut-ins, and gave them special Christmas bags. Afterwards, these families came to campus to enjoy fellowship over a bowl of soup.
Lessons & Carols
The prophet Isaiah foretold: “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given.” The children’s choir sang this truth during the annual Lessons & Carols service on December 15. Other ensembles added their voices and instruments to proclaim the “good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people” (Luke 2:10).
Ladies Bible Study
The ladies of Reformation Bible Church met at the Eshleman’s house on Saturday, December 7 for a Bible study. After enjoying some food and fellowship, Andri-Ellen Peters gave a devotional on Learning to Lament. The ladies concluded their event with a time of prayer.
Sr. Citizen’s Luncheon
On November 3 following the morning service, the Reformation Bible Women’s group hosted the annual Sr. Citizen’s Luncheon in the Ziegler Auditorium. Brad Fleming shared his testimony at the event, and the young people served the meal.
Reformation Celebration
Reformation Bible Church celebrated the 507th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation on October 27-28. Pastor Eshleman preached on “Christ Enthroned as the Reward of His Finished Work,” “Victory by Grace Alone,” and “The Fallen Believer’s Only Defense.” RBC also hosed a fellowship lunch on Sunday afternoon.
ACCC 83rd Convention
Hope Evangelical Methodist Church hosted the 83rd Annual Convention of the American Council of Christian Churches on October 22-24. The theme was “Christ Victorious Over the World.” Pastor Eshleman preached on “Christ’s Victory Over His Enemies,” and Jonathan Peters gave breakout sessions on “The Christian and Video Games” and “Critical Theory.”
Church Picnic
Reformation Bible Church and Malvern Free Presbyterian Church enjoyed a time of food, fellowship, and games at the church picnic on Saturday, August 10 at Susquehannock State Park, PA. RBC also gave Pastor Eshleman a surprise birthday card shower
Receiving New Members
Three people covenanted to join Reformation Bible Church on Sunday, July 21 during the morning service.
Bible Camp
Seventy K4-1st grader campers enjoyed the week of Junior Bible Camp and the “The Great Jungle Journey.” One hundred sixty senior campers split into teams of Army and Navy and competed in competitions throughout the week. They memorized verses from Ephesians, heard two daily devotionals from Pastor Eshleman, and completed Bible quizzing from the books of Samuel and Kings.
Free Presbyterian Youth Camp
Reformation Bible Church took a group of thirteen campers and six staff up to the Free Presbyterian Youth Camp at Rock Mountain Bible Camp in Susquehanna, PA on July 13-20. The messages this year revolved around the Lord’s Prayer. Campers had the opportunity to participate in various activities throughout the week, including volleyball, gaga ball, soccer, ping-pong, zip-line, archery, and Bible-quizzing.