Events

Church Family Fun Day

As long as restrictions allow us, a fun day for all ages is in the making for Sunday, August 23 following the Sunday morning gathering. Keep this date in mind and as we get closer consider inviting others! Right now we are planning for Pizza, soda, outdoor games, and fun activities for children.

Ralph Schwartz’s Celebration of Life

On day of service, livestream will start about 10:10 am. 

Reload this page closer to 10:30 am if video hasn’t started in box above.

A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, August 22, at 10:30 a.m. Pacific Time for Ralph Schwartz.  You can watch the service on this page in the FB video box above.

In-person attendance is allowed in the sanctuary with overflow seating in the gym with a live video. In-person attendance, is permitted with social distance (6 feet between family units) and masks worn for people age 5 and older. A livestream is planned to be available on Facebook and on this page.  YouTube was planned but is no longer an option due to issues experience this past Sunday.  This page will be updated additional information..

Links to locations where the livestream will be posted:

• Kingwood Bible Live on Facebook (click on link)

On the day of the service, you will be able to watch the service on this page.   

  

Pastor Ralph Roy Schwartz
was born on December 14, 1937 in Hatfield, PA and went to be with his heavenly Father on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at 5:05 AM in Salem, OR. 

Ralph was raised in Hatfield, PA and studied at Bob Jones University (Greenville, SC) where he met and married Martha (Long Beach, CA). Having set their hearts on sharing the love of Jesus with the nations, further studies took them to Biola University (Los Angeles, CA), and Grace Theological Seminary (Winona Lake, IN). Ralph and Martha served in gospel ministry in Belem, Brazil (1964-1977 – Encompass World Partners), in Santa Maria, CA (1980-1991 – Grace Brethren Church), in Porto, Portugal (1991-2003 – Encompass World Partners) and in their retirement in Salem, OR (2003-2020 – Kingwood Bible Church & Capital Manor).

Church at the Lake

This Sunday we are at the Chapin Lake. Church starts at 10 am and we will have communion and baptisms.  After baptisms, you are invited to stay for lunch, volleyball and water activity!. 

Things to Note:

• Please maintian social distancing between family units and masks/face shields should be worn unless age 5 and younger or a medical condition prevents you from doing so.
• Bring your own camp chair for our worship gathering. 
• Modest swimwear required (ladies: no midriff; guys: if not in the water, please wear a shirt). 
• Lifejackets required (bring one if you have one; if not, a life jacket can be provided). 
• If swimming, bring a towel and water toys if desired.

Directions:
The lake access is between these two addresses on Wheatland Rd.  The gravel driveway across from Waconda is where you enter.

Chapin Orchards
9965 Wheatland Rd N,
Salem, OR 97303
Which is south of the entrance
Or
10391 Wheatland Rd N
Gervais, OR 97026
Which is north of the entrance

This week’s service will not be livestreamed. It will be recorded and posted later in the day on Facebook and on the church’s website.

Baby Shower for Rebeca

Ladies, join us on Zoom on Sept 19th at 10:00 AM to celebrate Rebeca and Joshua’s coming baby boy (due in mid-October). We will play games, listen to a devotional, and watch Rebeca open gifts.

Contact Elise for more details or if you have questions.

Youth Group Snow Day

Meet at Kingwood at 8:30am for your ride to Santiam Pass for a day tubing in the snow! You are responsible to bring your own lunch. Warm drinks will be provided in the snow. Pizza is provided on the way home. The cost is $5. We arrive back at Kingwood by 6:00pm

Men’s Breakfast

There will be a scrumptious breakfast served at 8am on the 19th. We will pray for our church family and needs as we step into the coming year.

Ladies Bunco Night

Enjoy an evening of laughter around the table! Come at 6:30 for snacks and a game of Bunco. You are welcome to come in 1950’s dress-up if desired. Prizes will be awarded!

L.O.F.T – Youth Group

Youth Group resumes this week as Middle and High School students start a new school year.

Young Adult Gathering

Kingwood has a Young Adult Group which meets on the third Sunday of the month for dinner at Pastor Nate & Kelsey’s. This month tacos will be served! Games, meeting new people, a focused discussion and prayer are all part of the evening together. Time: 6-9pm

Church Business Meeting

Following the morning service, we will have our church family business meeting to vote on the 2020-2021 budget.

The proposed budget was made available last Sunday in the lobby. If you want a copy, please contact the church office. If you are a member and unable to attend, absentee ballots or call-in voting is available. If you are not a member, we encourage you to attend and learn how business is run at Kingwood.