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Email From RCYS Parents
(Only one of these is from a church member)

THANK YOU TO ALL of the volunteers!  So often, we all take the generosity of the volunteers for granted  It would be impossible to run a program like this one on the fees that you all ask for if salaries had to be paid. Anybody with a little bit of common sense should already know that.  This is our first year with RCYS and I have been spreading the word about the great program.  My son played with another county program last year and we certainly did pay a lot more to participate.  Not only was it stressful but it was not fun for my son.  He didn't want to go back.  He's having a great time!

First and foremost I would like to say a HUGE, "THANK YOU!!!"  This is my daughter's second season of softball but her first with RCYS.  We have LOVED every minute of it!  Your program was recommended by my daughter's former coach.  Although it is somewhat of a drive, my family has found it WELL WORTH IT!  I have two particular anecdotes that I thought I would share:

Story #1:  My mother-in-law, who is a wonderful person but is not a believer in Jesus Christ, was in from out of town.  We brought her to both a Friday night and a Saturday morning game.  She commented several times on "what a kind man" the coach (Floyd Roberts) was.  She also noticed with surprise how encouraging the parents and coaching staff were TO EVERY CHILD - not just the children on their team.  I was able to talk to her about the Body of Christ and how we are called to encourage one another and to love one another (and all the other "one anothers"...) and how Christ enables us to do these things that are so unnatural for sinful man.  She is still not a believer, (we are still praying) but what a BLESSING from the Lord to be able to use as a springboard into a Gospel conversation a seemingly "just for fun" little softball game.  Praise be to Him Who is ENTIRELY able to use all things for His Glory!

Story #2:  Because of Fall Break plans that my parents have had for a year now, my daughter had to miss her last three games.  I have to tell you there was much wailing and gnashing of teeth upon her knowledge of this sad news.  One evening, she came to me very seriously with plans to LEAVE DISNEY WORLD early in order to make her games.  She understood that this would mean missing several days in the parks, but she wanted to come back early to play softball with her team!  I don't know if this speaks the volumes to you that it speaks to me, but WOWZERS!; kudos to the staff that puts together a program that would entice a 7 yr. old little girl away from Disney to participate!

I like being informed and do appreciate your communication.  Keep doing what you're doing!  By the Grace of GOD, the program will thrive. 

I don't have a story, but I did want to share some positive feedback to YOU and YOUR committee.  Keep your head up and remember that with everything in life, it is much easier to criticize than to praise the actions of others.  I am not sure where the negativity comes from with a program like this.  I think the sportsmanship, fellowship and the way the program is run on a voluntary basis is awesome.  I also like the attitude that the games are to be more about having fun than winning.  This league is great for the community and the kids, and everyone seems to enjoy the season.  Thanks for taking the time to have the league and keep up the great work.

We are all on our own journey, walking with Christ, at different places in our walk. Thank you for the evidence of grace toward all that I see in your ministry.  Many thanks, again, for all the calls showing concern and love for our niece when she was bitten by that snake last season.  The security/emergency response to our situation was quick and effective; Trina was ready with transportation, a call to the knowledgeable snake expert was immediate, a loving Mom (I can see her face, but not her name) even watched our dog until we returned to the field later that day.  Thanks for your prayers for her return to health; fyi, she never had a reaction to the antivenin either!!!   You are a blessing to our family and our community.  The love of Jesus is showing !!!

God Bless this church and this program that is bringing so many children's hearts together in a sport but also in a caring, loving, and Godly atmosphere without the pressures that recreation ball put on the children.

Sheila Porter  (names left with permission)

We just want to say how thankful our family is for this program and everyone who makes it possible for our children to be a part of it.

Sometimes it may seem that all the feedback you get is negative but just know that there are people like us that are truly thankful to have the privilege of being a part of this great opportunity that our kids have.

To be able to have so much fun in a good environment truly is a blessing. As for the public meeting please keep us updated on the times so that we may be there to help in any way possible.

All the volunteers have a contagious smile.  They seem like they enjoy serving and giving of themselves.  The ones in the concession stand have always been very eager to be helpful whenever I've asked a question.  It's well known that they can really grill a great hamburger!   

As with anything new, we have to get into the routine of it all.  In the first season during one of the first games, an umpire's phone rang.... during the game ... and he answered it!!  I held my breath hoping the play didn't need his all seeing eye.  It didn't.  All was good.  And this is how I first came to know TJ.  He's always been great, full of character, enjoyable.

This park has a great foundation with the volunteers it has.  I envision it blessing our community for years to come.

First, we would like to thank your group for all that you do. Our family loves this program and will do all that we can to support it. We will be at your side for the special permit hearing!

My husband and I have never had the community experience at our own church that we do here. It is an inspiration to see your Pastor, and his team, take such an interest in the youth of our community. Your calling has been found!

We have played soccer for many seasons but our sons want to play softball and insist that they play at RCYS! It is so much fun for our whole family. We love going to the ball field together.

I would like to take an opportunity to thank Trina Potts. She has been so kind to us and was sure to notify your church team when my Dad was very ill. Not only did everyone offer up their prayers but they helped out with a financial gift for our family. Without that gift, our boys wouldn't be playing this season. What other organization would step up to that need in such a timely manner? Every time we see Ms. Trina she is working hard with a kind smile for all. Much thanks, Ms. Trina!

We will never forget that level of support and kindness. Your efforts have continued to impress us. I tell everyone about your program and know that it will continue to grow and will be a Rockdale County legacy in years to come.

Keep up the great work. May God Bless You All. 

FOR ME, I THANK EVERYONE WHO IS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS PROGRAM FOR THEIR MANY MANY TALENTS, GIFTS, EFFORTS AND TIME AND MOSTLY LOVE FOR THE CAUSE.....GOD KNOWS WHO THOSE ARE!! 

I applaud all that you have done and continue to do with this program.  It isn't easy creating and maintaining something of this magnitude in Satan's playground... but with God all things are possible... I know the enemy is very busy but we must stay in prayer...and continue to fight for the smiles that light up our children's faces as a result of RCYS.  It is worth it... I speak for me and my family.  We love our new Softball family... this interaction has been a very positive thing for my children.  As you know, we have endured a lot...and through Softball we've been able to bridge some things in our family and surround ourselves with people that seem to share similar values.  It's so hard today keeping Satan out of our homes and our lives-so these types of activities are few and far between in these last days...we must fight to maintain!!!  Humbly I Write with Many Thanks and Loads of Respect.