THE CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER BAPTIST REVEREND WAYNE E. CROFT, SR., D. MIN., PhD SENIOR PASTOR SUNDAY, AUGUST 29, 2010 T he Church of the Redeemer Baptist 1440 South 24 th Street Philadelphia, PA 19146 Redeemer Christian Life & Education Center 2421-33 Dickinson Street Philadelphia, PA 19146 Phone: (215) 465-1230 Fax: (215) 465-4010 Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday - 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. E-mail:[email protected]Website: www.thechurchoftheredeemerbaptist.org STAFF DIRECTORY Rev. Valerie Andrews……...…..x102.....................Church Business Manager Day Care………………………. x104……………...………Day Care Staff Sis. Deborah Cotten……..……..x101….......…………………...Security Rev. Dr. Wayne E. Croft, Sr…. x107…….……………………Pastor Bro. Elliot Jennings……….…... x111…...………………….Facility Engineer Sis. LaTonya Mabine………..... x103……………....…………Church Clerk Sis. Valerie McLoyd…............... x107…………Administrator for the Pastor “ “ “ ..…………. x100..………..............Administrative Office Sunday School a school, organized by a church, that provides religious education to children and adults on Sundays. Sunday School is a place where people and churches can be transformed. It assist the whole church in developing and maintaining mature saints for the work of the ministry. The B.I.B.L.E. that’s the book for me! GOD’S LOVE IS FOR YOU, TRY HIM TODAY A Church in the Word, under the cross, ministering to the world. L.E.A.P. LEADING, EVANGELIZING, ASSIMILATING AND PROCLAIMING The Best Is Yet To Come!!! Lord, help me to commit myself to studying your word, daily. I do want to hide your word in my heart so when I am tempted to do that which is not pleasing to you, I can use your word to escape. Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed rightly dividing the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15
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THE CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER BAPTIST
REVEREND WAYNE E. CROFT, SR., D. MIN., PhD
SENIOR PASTOR
SUNDAY, AUGUST 29, 2010
The Church of the Redeemer Baptist 1440 South 24th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19146
Redeemer Christian Life & Education Center 2421-33 Dickinson Street Philadelphia, PA 19146
Rev. Valerie Andrews……...…..x102.....................Church Business Manager Day Care………………………. x104……………...………Day Care Staff Sis. Deborah Cotten……..……..x101….......…………………...Security
Rev. Dr. Wayne E. Croft, Sr…. x107…….……………………Pastor Bro. Elliot Jennings……….…... x111…...………………….Facility Engineer
Sis. LaTonya Mabine………..... x103……………....…………Church Clerk Sis. Valerie McLoyd…............... x107…………Administrator for the Pastor “ “ “ ..…………. x100..………..............Administrative Office
Sunday School a school, organized by a church, that provides religious education to children and adults on Sundays.
Sunday School is a place where people and churches can be transformed. It assist the whole church in developing and maintaining mature saints for the work of the ministry.
The B.I.B.L.E. that’s the book for me!
GOD’S
LOVE
IS FOR
YOU,
TRY
HIM
TODAY
A Church in the Word, under the cross,
ministering to the world.
L.E.A.P. LEADING, EVANGELIZING,
ASSIMILATING AND PROCLAIMING
The Best Is Yet To Come!!!
Lord, help me to commit myself to studying your word, daily. I do want to hide your word in my heart so when I am tempted to do that which is not
pleasing to you, I can use your word to escape.
Study to show thyself
approved unto God, a workman
that needeth not to be ashamed rightly
dividing the word of truth.
2 Timothy 2:15
Words forwarded by Pastor Croft
*Bunkers and Boulders
In the shadow of Your wings I will make my refuge, until these calamites have passed by. Psalm 57:1
Residents of Washington, D.C., were surprised in 1942 when workers started building the East Wing of the White House. During World War II, it was thought that the nation's energies should be expended on the war effort, not on enlarging the presidential residence. Only a few people knew that the East Wing was being enlarged to hide the construction of an underground bunker to be used in emergency situations. It was called the Presidential Emergency Operations Center. Originally built for Franklin Delano Roosevelt, it was designed to withstand a nuclear blast in the event of an incoming Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM).
In the days of David, a cave accomplished the same thing. While running from the armies of King Saul, David frequently found caves to be secret and secure hiding places. According to the superscription at the beginning of Psalm 57, David was hiding in such a cave when he wrote, "In the shadow of Your wings I will make my refuge...."
Everyone needs a hiding place, but our security is not found in bunkers or boulders, but under the feather protection of the Lord. He Himself is our safety. He alone is our hiding place.
Under His wings my soul shall abide, safely abide forever. William O. Cushing
*David Jeremiah
Recommended Reading
Psalm 57:1-5
O God, you are my God, for you I long; for you my soul is thirsting.
W o r s h i p S e r v i c e
8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Musicians Sister Tameka Lewis – Minister of Music Brother Kevin Furlow – Organist Brother Nate Woodard – Percussionist
Praise & Worship Worship Leader
Call to Worship & Invocation 8:00 a.m. – Rev. John Jackson, Jr. 11:00 a.m. – Michael Washington Congregational Hymn 248 Hold to God’s Unchanging Hands
11:00 a.m. – Damari Lawrence Morning Prayer/Harmonious Adoration
8:00 a.m. – Minister B. Michelle Horton 11:00 a.m. – Courtney Harris
Statement of Purpose Sis. Shykir Elo
***Worshipers May Enter*** Welcome Address
***Pastoral Emphasis*** Initiative For Young Men Presentation
***Ministry of Music*** The Preached Word Reverend Sean Wise
Invitation to Christian Discipleship Come to Jesus, just as you are.
Offertory Prayer Praise God from whom all blessing flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen
Benediction Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy
sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer. Psalm 19:14
CONGREGATION HYMN
The Best Is Yet To Come Verse :
Hold on my brother don't give up Hold on my sister just look up
There is a master plan in store for you if you just make it through God's gonna really blow your mind He's gonna make it worth your time
For all of the trouble you've been through, the blessings doubled just for you
Chorus: The best is yet to come
The best, the best is yet to come Special Chorus:
Today is the first day of the best days of your life Today is the first day of the best days of your life
Vamp: You ain't seen nothing, you ain't seen nothing yet (4x)
Scripture Reading
Psalms 112: 1-‐10
1 Praise ye the LORD. Blessed is the man that feareth the LORD, that delighteth greatly in his commandments.
2 His seed shall be mighty upon earth: the generation of the upright shall be blessed.
3 Wealth and riches shall be in his house: and his righteousness endureth for ever.
4 Unto the upright there ariseth light in the darkness: he is gracious, and full of compassion, and righteous.
5 A good man sheweth favour, and lendeth: he will guide his affairs with discretion.
6 Surely he shall not be moved for ever: the righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance.
7 He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD.
8 His heart is established, he shall not be afraid, until he see his desire upon his enemies.
9 He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor; his righteousness endureth for ever; his horn shall be exalted with honour.
10 The wicked shall see it, and be grieved; he shall gnash with his teeth, and melt away: the desire of the wicked shall perish.
The Holy Bible
King James Version
Announcements PRAYER MINISTRY – All are welcome to attend noonday prayer/worship in the Sanctuary every Monday and Thursday from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. “My house shall be called a house of prayer”. Matthew 21:13.
LIFE APPLICATION CLASS (#5) – STEWARDSHIP, will be held TODAY, Sunday, August 29, 2010 at 10 a.m. and Tuesday, August 31, 2010 at 6:45 p.m. in classroom five (5) of the Education Center. PRE-MARITAL CLASS – Saturday, September 4, 2010, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.. at the Education Center, Room 5. TAKING CARE OF THE TEMPLE (TCT) Classes will resume Wednesday, September 8, 2010 at 5:15 p.m.. Come join us in taking care of your Temple through exercising, and learning to eat healthy. Our instructor Bro. Jamal Lewis helps us to stretch, tone and work the cardiovascular system, Hope to see you in September. SAVE THE DATE! – The RRCDC will sponsor a Community Restoration Day 2010 on Saturday, September 11, 2010 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The activities will include: “Finger Lickin Good” senior Luncheon and PCA Resources and Low-Vision computer technological equipment; Changing the Mind Set mentoring session by Rev. Michael Gaskins of Philadelphia Alive Center for Transformation; Housing, Save Your Homes/Rental Assistance by United Communities; Jobs Not Jail and Job Opportunities by Glen Wrighten, EPIC Coordinator/Community Organizer and Youth Explosion featuring musical entertainers, drug and alcohol education and “free” school supplies by Philadelphia Coaliton for Drug/Violence Free Communities. Register for Luncheon at (215) 465-4012. “Seniors ’90 years and older’ will be honored. For additional information contact Sis. Gertrude Teat at (215) 465-4012. Thank you for working together for the good of the community. WOMEN’S MINISTRY RETREAT – Hello Ladies of Redeemer – If you have placed a deposit or have intentions on going to the 2010 retreat, there are only 25 spots remaining. Please be reminded the deadline for all payments is September 26, 2010. We are looking forward to all God is going to do on Blue Mountain!! ARE YOU A MEMBER YET? – All members and friends are invited to become a fan of Redeemer’s facebook page. Just sign on and search for “I Love the Church of Redeemer Baptist”. Read the updates, encouraging words and scriptures. See you there. 44th CHURCH ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE is being organized and volunteers are needed. Please contact Deacon William Nicks or meet him in the overflow room after each service. Thank you. RECRUITMENT TIME!!! JOIN A MINISTRY CHILDREN’S CHURCH – We are in desperate need for HELP. If you enjoy working with children and want to use your gift, time, and talent to glorify God please see Sis. Emma Grandy or Sis. Winnie Perry.
HELP! HELP! HELP! – The Youth Ministry is in desperate need of Teachers for the “Children’s Wednesday Night Bible Study Classes.” Teachers are needed for ages 3-7, 8-12, and 13-17. In order to have full coverage we are calling upon our Church Family.
OPEN HANDS HOSPITALITY MINISTRY – Do you believe you have the spiritual gift of hospitality? Our ministry is seeking youth and adults; both male and female, who are open, warm, friendly, kind and enjoys making others, feel welcome. We are seeking new members to serve as greeters on by welcoming our members and guests as they enter the doors of Redeemer. If you are interested in serving on the ministry please see Sis. Vincetta “Sparky” Snead or Sis. Syreeta Parker after each service or send an email to openhands ministry@ rcn.com with your contact information.
JR. USHERS – “For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand.” I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness. Psalm 84:10 We are in need of youth ages 6-17 years old who would like to become “DoorKeepers”. For more information please see Sisters Cookie Little and Winnie Perry.
PRAISE DANCERS WANTED – All ages are welcome to come out and dance for the Lord. Practice will start on Monday, September 13, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall. Please see Sisters Kim Wilson, Tia McCray or Winnie Perry.
MISSION MOMENT – Have you been asking God what your spiritual gifts are? Have you been looking for a way to serve the Lord? Then read Matthew 28: 19-20 and there you will find the one way that all Christians are to serve the Lord. Afterwards, contact us, The Missions Ministry, and we will be glad to help you take the next step!
SAVE THE DATE – The Missions Ministry invites you to join us for the Annual Philadelphia Cares Day on Saturday October 16, 2010. This is your opportunity to impact the Philadelphia Community by reaching out to help local schools. Sign up in the fellowship hall beginning September 19, 2010.
THANK YOU – To our church family, Thank you for your prayers, visits, telephone calls and other acts of kindness shown during the death of our Mother. Your support during the home going service was “exceptional” and comforting. Love, Deaconess Sheila Jones, Sister Elizabeth Frink and Brothers Cephas and Steven Burns.
THANK YOU – I thank you for supporting me in my missionary journey to Costa Rica. Your prayers and encouragement has really help me make a difference in the lives of people. With love in Christ, Sis. Taliyah M. Dean
MINISTRY MAILBOXES – Ministry Leaders or Representatives please, please, check your mailboxes weekly if not daily. After two weeks mail will be disposed of due to space. Office hours are Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Fridays 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.. Thank you for your consideration.
MINISTRY LEADERS – If you reserve space for your meeting/event and you need to cancel/postpone, please, please call the office immediately, especially those ministry who have standard dates and times.
BUILDINGS CLOSING – The Church and the Education Center are both scheduled to close at 9:00 p.m. nightly. Please end all meetings no later than 8:45 p.m.
EMERGENCY CLOSINGS – for the Church and the Education Center call (215) 465-1230 x 160.
ADMINISTRATIVE REQUEST FORMS – Our most frequently used office forms are conveniently located on the church website at www.thechurchoftheredeemerbaptist.org. From the home page, click Administrative Work Request Forms to view the complete list including: the Administrative Work Request Form, the Announcement Form, the Check Request Form, the Checklist for Activities and Events Form, the Ministry Event Form, the Ministry Supply Request Form and the Van Transportation Request Form. Just make the required selections, download and save for future use.
ANNOUNCEMENT FORMS - To have a ministry event or meeting announced in the Sunday bulletin up to four weeks, please complete an Announcement Form, which may be found in the Administrative Office or obtained on the church website at www.thechurchoftheredeemerbaptist.org. Please print clearly and provide a day-time telephone number. Be sure to submit at least two weeks prior to a scheduled event. Completed Announcement Forms may be FAXED to (215) 465-4010 or HAND-DELIVERED to the Administrative office by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. If received after the deadline, the announcement will not appear until the following bulletin. Please DO NOT EMAIL announcements forms
FOR MORE ANNOUCEMENTS PLEASE VISIT THE INFORMATION ROOM – Between Sanctuary and Over-flow room. Thank you.
Sermon Notes Preacher: Reverend Sean Wise
Title:
Text:
What was the main thought of the Sermon?
How will I apply what I have learned from this sermon to my life?
Praise the Lord!!
Please be mindful that we are in the House of the Most High God and as we reverence Him, we are asking everyone to respect His house, the Sanctuary, and your Brothers and Sisters by not snacking, drinking, talking loud or allowing children to do so.
~ Thank you and God Bless ~
Deacon’s Ministry
Haward Drumgoole – 302-‐328-‐0152 Chairman
David Lingham – 215-‐465-‐1065 Assistant Chairman
William Nicks – 215-‐729-‐5887 2nd Chairman
Haywood Austin – 215-‐724-‐8086 Walter Ayers – 215-‐462-‐3359 Frank Battle, III – 215-‐531-‐3233
Herman Deveaux – 215-‐338-‐3415 Albert Hawkins – 215-‐545-‐2349 Rose L. Holman – 215-‐480-‐8934
James Houston – 215-‐473-‐6597 James Isreal – 609-‐835-‐2203 Emery Jones – 302-‐838-‐8878
Contact your Deacon if you are sick and/or you know of a member who is sick.
Sick & Shut-‐In Helen Cox
1 Penn Blvd., Rm. 340 Philadelphia, PA 19144
Alta Felton 1442 Taylor Street
Philadelphia, PA 19146
Pauline Reid 1030 Belmont Ave., Apt. 404
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Gladys Freeman 1328 S. Blackhorse
Pike Williamstown, NJ 08094
Edna Anderson 2506 Jackson Street – 8B Philadelphia, PA 19145
Aremel Robinson 1119 Falkirk Rd
Williamstown, NJ 08094
Katie Austin 2109 Morris Street
Philadelphia, PA 19145
June Truesdale Nursing Home
Huntingdon, Valley, PA
Thelma Bryant 2217 South Bonsall Street Philadelphia, PA 19146
Catherine Gladden 5345 Osage Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19143
Michelle Smith 2139 Tasker Street
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Ray & Tammi Warwick 18 Sir Barton Court Newark, DE 19702
Earl Moore 6025 Wharton Street
Philadelphia, PA 19143
Betty Hayward 2653 Glenwood Ave., Apt 219
Philadelphia, PA 19121
Pat Cunningham 2425 Wharton Street
Philadelphia, PA 19146
Margaret Hopkins 2345 Christian Street
Philadelphia, PA 19146
Steven Thompson 216 Alloway Place
Townsend, DE 19734
Deacon Chester Tilghman
Ravine Lingham 1617 S. 32nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19146
Please pray for our sick and shut in, call, send a card, or visit.
JAMES 5:14, 15
Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord: and the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise
him up/ and if he hath committed sins, they shall be forgiven him.
THE CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER BAPTIST Leadership and Administration Christian Education Clergy Ministry Follow-‐Up Ministry Deacons Ministry Sunday School/Children’s Church Trustee Ministry Senior Saints Bible Study
Deaconess Ministry Wednesday Bible Study Clergy Wives Ministry Joseph T. Kirkland Scholarship Ministry Administration Teachers Ministry
Pre-‐marital Course Redeemer Institute for Christian Education (R.I.C.E.)
Fellowship Council Media Council Men of the Kingdom Audio Ministry Women’s Ministry Video Ministry Women’s Discipleship Course, Internet Ministry
Girls Rites of Passage, Divine Daughters, and
Intimate Portraits of a Woman) Outreach Council Single Adult Ministry (S.W.A.P.) Food Cupboard Ministry Elijah Generation Ministry/ Youth Ministry Operation Andrew Evangelism
Senior Saints Ministry (Arts and Crafts) Prison Outreach Ministry Women in White Ushers Arts and Crafts Ministry
Jr. Ushers Hope Inspires Victory/Aids Ministry
Men’s Usher Ministry Redeemer Missionary Ministry Kirkland Ushers Girl Scouts Open Hands Hospitality Ministry Redeemer Renaissance Community Development Corporation (RRCDC) Family Enrichment Council Worship Council Marriage Enrichment Ministry Redeemer’s Praise and Worship Team Comfort/Bereavement Ministry Combined Choir Tribe of Judah Ministry
Redeemer Generation Choir Male Chorus Church Choir Prayer Ministry Praise Dance Nurse’s Ministry
Praying for others, Unity with others and Respect for others
As God’s messenger, I give each of you this warning: Be honest in your estimate of yourselves, measuring your value by how much faith God has given you. Just as our bodies have many parts and each part has a special function, so it is with Christ’s body. We are all parts of his one body, and each of us has different work to do. And since we are all one body in Christ, we belong to each other, and each of us needs all the others. God has given each of us the ability to do certain things well. So if God has given you the ability to prophesy, speak out when you have faith that God is speaking through you. If your gift is that of serving others, serve them well. If you are a teacher, do a good job teaching. If your gift is to encourage others, do it! If you have money, share it generously. If God has given you leadership ability, take the responsibility seriously. And if you have a gift for showing kindness to others, do it gladly. Don’t just pretend that you love others, really love them. Hate what is wrong. Stand
on the side of the good. Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other. Never be lazy in your work, but serve the Lord enthusiastically. Romans 12:3-‐11
SCHEDULE OF OPPORTUNITIES
Adult and Youth Bible……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Baby Dedications……………………………………………………………………………………………….……3rd Sunday after the last service Bible Study………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Wednesday 6:30 p.m.
Children’s Church………………………………………………………………………………………….Sundays, except 5th Sunday 11:30 a.m. Church Choir…………………………..…………Saturday (before 1st Sunday) and Saturday (before the 2nd Sunday) 10:30 a.m. Combined Youth Choir……………………………………………………………………………………………Saturday (before the 5th Sunday)
Comfort and Bereavement Ministry……………………………………………………………………………………….3rd Thursday 6:30 p.m. Communion Sunday……………………………………………………………………………………………………….…..2nd Sunday both services Dialysis Support …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………………………
Girl Scouts…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Tuesday 6:00 p.m. Hope Inspires Victory/Aids Ministry………………………………………………….……Thursday (before the 2nd Sunday) 6:00 p.m. Intimate Portraits of a Woman………………………………………………………………………………………………….last Friday 7:00 p.m.
Joseph T. Kirkland Scholarship Program………………………………………………………………………………………3rd Friday 6:30 p.m. Junior Ushers Ministry…………………………………………………………………………………Saturday (before 4th Sunday) 10:00 a.m. Kirkland Ushers………………………………………………………………………………………..Tuesday (before the 3rd Sunday) 7:00 p.m.
Male Chorus and Mass Choir……………………………………………………………………….…….….Saturday (before the 4th Sunday) Male Ushers…………………………………………………………………………………………..…Tuesday (before the 1st Sunday) 7:00 p.m. Marriage Enrichment Ministry.…(Feb., Apr., June, Sept., Nov.)…..…………………………………………..3rd Saturday 5:00 p.m.
Men of the Kingdom…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Missions Ministry…..(Jan. Apr. July, Oct.)........…………………….………………………………………………………3rd Friday 6:30 p.m.
New Member’s Class………………………………………………………………………………..Sunday 10:00 a.m. and Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Nurse’s Ministry……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………3rd Saturday 11:00 a.m. Open Hands Hospitality Ministry…………………………………………………………………………………………last Saturday 11:00 a.m.
Pre-‐marital Course….. (Feb. and Aug.)………..……………………………………………………………every other Saturday 11:00 a.m. Prison Outreach Ministry………………………………………………………………………………………….……3rd & 5th Thursday 7:00 p.m. Redeemer Voices of Praise……………………………………………………….……………Saturday (before the 1st Sunday) 10:30 a.m.
Senior Saints……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………4th Tuesday 1:00 p.m. Singles Ministry……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………1st Friday 6:00 p.m. Sunday School – Adults and Children…..…………………………………………………………..…………………………..Sunday 10:00 a.m.
Tribe of Judah………………………………………………………Tuesday 7:00 p.m. & Saturday (before the 3rd Sunday) 10:30 a.m. Women’s Discipleship………………………………………………………………………………………………………………1st Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Women in White Ushers………………………………………………………………….…….Thursday (before the 2nd Sunday) 6:00 p.m.
Presidents, if there are any corrections please contact the office.
The Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance and The Lord's Prayer are not allowed in most public schools anymore, because the word "God" is mentioned. Here's a poem someone wrote:
Now I sit me down in school Where praying is against the rule For this great nation under God Finds mention of Him very odd.
If Scripture now the class recites,
It violates the Bill of Rights. And anytime my head I bow
Becomes a Federal matter now.
Our hair can be purple, orange or green, That's no offense; it's a freedom scene. The law is specific, the law is precise.
Prayers spoken aloud are a serious vice.
For praying in a public hall Might offend someone with no faith at all.
In silence alone we must meditate, God's name is prohibited by the state.
We're allowed to cuss and dress like freaks, And pierce our noses, tongues and cheeks.
They've outlawed guns, but FIRST the Bible. To quote the Good Book makes me liable.
We can elect a pregnant Senior Queen, And the 'unwed daddy,' our Senior King.
It's "inappropriate" to teach right from wrong, We're taught that such "judgments" do not belong.
We can get our condoms and birth controls, Study witchcraft, vampires and totem poles. But the Ten Commandments are not allowed,
No word of God must reach this crowd.
It's scary here I must confess, When chaos reigns the school's a mess.
So, Lord, this silent plea I make: Should I be shot; My soul please take!
THANK GOD FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL, A PLACE WHERE LEARNING IS FUN AND FREE.
