Weekly Witness

February 12, 2026

Sunday, February 15, 2026

Transfiguration of the Lord

Scripture: Matthew 17: 1-9

Sunday: Livestream; Bulletin

Ash Wednesday: Livestream; Bulletin

Last Week's Sermon: Who Knew?

Interim Pastor: Rev. Frank Yates

Liturgist: Ginny O'Neill

Psalmist: Dave Shambach

Greeters: Leah & Pat Gerlach

Ushers: Sharon Glass, Len & Lyn Kulk, Karen Williams

Early Morning Security: Bill Cox

February Sanctuary Stewards: Arlene Thomas and Joy Sternberg

Pastor to People

Dear RRPC Family and Friends,

This coming Sunday February 15 we celebrate the Transfiguration of

the Lord Sunday. This amazing story is found in the three Synoptic Gospels (Matthew 17: 1-8; Mark 9: 2-8; Luke 9: 28-36). I invite you to read all three texts before this Sunday. (Incidentally, the Gospel of John does not record this experience, perhaps because Jesus is virtually "transfigured" before our eyes throughout that Gospel. See John 1: 14: "We beheld his glory, the glory as of a father's only son, full of grace and truth.")

I invite you to reflect on the transformative moments in your life. Moments when you saw things differently, when you felt differently, when the direction of your life changed. Can you remember when you first came to believe, really believe, deep in your heart that Jesus is your Lord and Savior? Perhaps that came suddenly, surprisingly. It did for me.

On the other hand, sometimes those moments are hurtful, like a car crash or a health crisis.

However, sometimes those moments "transfigure" your life for the better and you are never quite the same. We yearn for those types of moments. We pray that they may "revisit" us again. The old hymn says, "Revive us again!"

So this Sunday let's celebrate a pivotal moment in the life of Jesus and his

three friends atop that mountain. And may your life be "transformed" yet

again. May it be so. Amen.  

Peace,

Frank

How to Prepare for a Disaster

Sunday after worship

February 15, 2026

in Classroom A & B

This Sunday's class examines the increasing threat of disasters in our world, and provides a model - the Community Action Response Team - as a strategy for communities, churches, and other non-profits to better prepare their households and populations in the event of a disaster. 

You're Invited!

We want to invite your congregation to a recital at St. Andrew by their accompanist and her husband on February 14, at 3 pm. The concert is free and open to the public. There will be a goodwill offering to benefit Governor Bent Elementary School. 

Join us as we begin the sacred season of Lent with our Ash Wednesday Service.

This meaningful time of reflection marks the beginning of our Lenten journey — a season of repentance, prayer, and renewal in preparation for Easter.

📅 Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026

🕒 Time: 7:00 PM

During the service, we will share in Scripture, prayer, and the imposition of ashes, reminding us of our human frailty and our need for God’s grace: “You are dust, and to dust you shall return.”

All are welcome to attend and participate in this solemn and reflective worship experience.

Come, begin the journey of Lent with us.

Lenten Devotionals

Our Lenten devotionals start on Ash Wednesday and continue through Easter Sunday. Feel free to print these out or ask Ginny (401-345-9935) for a hard copy.

Week One Ash Wednesday - Saturday, February 21

Week Two Sunday, February 22 - Saturday, February 28

2026 Soup ‘to go’ for Scholars

The Scholarship Committee will be offering 16 oz. and 32oz. Containers of homemade soup that can be reheated.

February 22 (Order by February 15)

                   Broccoli Cheddar

                   Chicken with Wild Rice

March 22 (order by March 15)

                    Split Pea with Ham

                    Creamy Potato

A 16 oz. container of soup is $8.

A 32 oz. container of soup is $13.

Order forms will be available in the church narthex before and after church service beginning January 11^th. You can also call Don Underwood at 505 903-9889 and place your order.

Thank you for your continued support.

Laura Gonzales

Don Underwood

Scholarship Committee Co-Chairs

Saturday, February 21, 2026

9:00 a.m - Noon

Join us for our annual Read and Ring, a fun morning of sight reading music with a chance to purchase music without paying shipping costs.

$15 – HMA Non-Members

$12 – HMA Members

$5 – Youth

Registration Deadline is January 23 to guarantee copies of the music are available.

February's Book:

Braiding Sweetgrass, by Robin Kimmerer

We will be meeting at Nancy Henriksen's home on February 24th at 2pm. Her address is: 507 Cherish Street, Rio Rancho, NM. Feel free to contact her at nanscott4413@msn.com.

Please join us! All are welcome!

March's Book: The Mighty Red, by Louise Erdrich.

For those who would like a head start.

Church Calendar

February 15, 2026 - February 21, 2026

14 Tina Resner

18 Linn Jackson

18 Verona Schmidt

22 Mike Bushma

23 Tyler Warren

24 Karen Williams

25 Xavier Lopez

27 Bob Scott

28 Cameron Mitchell

28 John Hood

Greeters Needed

Greeters play an important role in welcoming all members and visitors to our church. They provide the invaluable first impression of our church community. If you would like to volunteer to be a greeter, please see the sign up sheet in the narthex. If you have questions, please contact Victoria Flick at 917-577-4846 or victoria.e.flick@gmail.com. Thank you!

Storehouse West

Current needs:

• Soup
• Fruits & vegetables
• Meat or meat pouches
• Tomato products
• Pasta Sauce & Pasta
• 1 lb. or 2 lb. bags of Rice
• 1lb. bags of Dried Beans
• Ramen noodles
• 16 oz. plastic jars of Peanut Butter
• Breakfast Cereal
• Shelf stable Milk of all types No GLASS JARS, please!

A Call to stand with the people of Cuba

Faithful solidarity in a time of crisis

More than a dozen faith-based organizations, including the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and the Cuba Partners Network of the PC(USA), have signed a letter urging policymakers and leaders to take steps to reduce hardships for ordinary people in Cuba and to reduce barriers that prevent communities from accessing food, medicine and basic necessities. The letter, being delivered to the White House and Congress, also calls on faith groups to speak out about the suffering of the Cuban people.

Read the full article here.

Prayer Concerns

“And whatever you ask in Prayer, you will receive, if you have Faith.” Matthew 21:22.

Beth Miller

Genevieve Dykehouse, rehab

Sheila Malmo's daughter, Alice

Protection for Everyone against Flu virus

For DR Congo, Gaza, Iran, Israel, Sudan, Afghanistan, and Ukraine.

For all victims of gun violence, war, and unrest.

 Rio Rancho Presbyterian Church

1004 24th Street, SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

505.892.6664

Office Hours

Monday – Thursday | 9am–3pm