The Chalice
CONNECTION A publication of First Christian Church of Edmond, OK Vol. 2 No. 21 May 27, 2010
A Time for Remembering by Rev. Dr. Jerry W. Black, Associate Minister It’s Memorial Day weekend, and for most of us, it is a time for bratwurst, hamburgers, hotdogs, mustard, ketchup, relish, barbequed chicken, chips, and picnics. It’s about a long weekend, graduations, and perhaps a wedding or two. It’s about fun and relaxation.
But, Memorial Day is also about remembering—remembering the rich legacy of love and service left by those wondrous saints and family members who have preceded us; remembering God’s sacrificial and unconditional love for us; and remembering the sacrifice of men and women who have served our country militarily, especially those who have died in the course of that service. Such military remembrances do not mean that we condone or endorse acts of war. We don’t. Only the most
naïve, the most insensitive, and the most arrogant could possibly relish the human cost of solving differences through military conflict. Such actions are often unavoidable, but never preferred. So, we pause during this weekend to remember our legacy of love and the legacy of the fallen—their sacrifice and service. In the course of our remembering, may we include this thought from 1 John 5:5: “…this is the victory that conquers the world—our faith.”
Nursery Workers Needed! To apply, pick up an application from the Nursery Coordinator’s Mailbox in our workroom or log on to fccedmond.org/jobs and download the application.
Children’s Minister Position Opening Are you an outgoing, energetic and creative leader, passionate about inspiring in children a lifelong love for God? Do you possess leadership, team-building, organizational and communication skills to oversee and grow our ministry to children and their families? You don’t have to be ordained: you do need to have previous experience in Children’s Ministry, a love for children and their families, and a college degree (preferably in Christian education, childhood development or elementary education.) If this sounds exciting to you and you have the experience, passion, and skill to move our children’s ministry forward send your resume and cover letter introducing yourself to us via jobs@fccedmond.org by June 11, 2010. A detailed job description is available at www.fccedmond.org/jobs
A qualified nursery candidate will:
1. be available most Sunday mornings and Wednesday afternoons (including holidays), and for some special events- typically around 7 hours a week 2. is CPR certified or willing to become CPR certified 3. has a passion for working with young children (typically under 3yrs) and teaching them God’s love 4. has some experience working with children Questions? Contact Jennifer Getts, Nursery Coordinator at jengetts@ yahoo.com
The theme of this year’s Summer Sunday School will be story telling through the ages. We will explore many stories from scripture and how it affects our lives and our theology. Is God for all people or just those who are Christian (or Jewish)? We have special guests and storytellers, as well as our own youth telling their story of discovery. We will meet in the chapel from 10-11:00 every Sunday morning from June 6 through August 15th. Rev. Jerry Black will begin our sessions on June 6, with “The Story of a Foreigner’s Love.” All are invited, so come be a part of the story!
Early VBS registration for $10 ends this Sunday, May 30! (Increases to $15 June 1) Register at fccedmond.org/vbs or complete a form at the VBS table in the rotunda.
Questions?
Contact VBS directors Julie Bunton at 330-9230 or Anna Lisa Stanley at 471-6161.
the fun is building!
Va c a t i o n B i b l e S c ho o l 2 0 1 0 June 14 -17 6:00 to 8:30pm Travel with us back to Ancient Egypt see, hear, touch, and taste what it was like to live in Pharoah’s empire! You’ll explore authentic Marketplace shops, take part in games, dance to lively Bible songs, and sample tasty tidbits as you discover more about how God was with Joseph in good times and bad. Register now so you won’t miss the fun of our Bible-times VBS!
fIRST CHrISTIAN CHURCH
MINISTRIES Edmond, OK
VBS homebakers NEEDED!
We need homebakers to make cookies and brownies for VBS. Please call Kim Kerr at 844-7777 if you are able to help.
VBS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Sign up at fccedmond.org/vbs or contact Julie Bunton @ juliebunton@cox.net
VBS DONATIONS NEEDED!
We are ready to go shopping for supplies and need gift cards to Wal Mart, Hobby Lobby and Lowes. If you would like to donate a card (in any amount), please bring it to the VBS table on Sunday morning, or mail to the church FCC Edmond, ATTN: VBS Leaders PO Box 3548, Edmond, OK 73083
Summer College Class Begins June 6 Hey college students! A summer Sunday school class just for you is beginning on Sunday, June 6. If you are home for the summer, or simply visiting, come and join us upstairs in room 208. Class begins at 10:00ish and will be done in time for late service. Hope to see you there! Questions? Contact Greg at gbunton@fccedmond.org
Prayers of the People OUR PRAYERS FOR THOSE IN THE HOSPITAL Bob McKibbin in Mercy OTHERS IN NEED OF PRAYER Ann Crandall, Betsy Jones, Jim Roberts (Jerri Dillon’s dad), Jared Allison, Jennifer Rodr, Juli Marzuola, Jeff Stephens, Marj Pizer, Teresa Finley, Lorelle Watts, Willa Hill, Pam Fraim, Virginia Hiebert, Joan Grant (Mike Grant’s mom), Sharon Luton (Susan Black’s cousin), Bart Rodr, Les Lee, Ed Berry, Taylor Wheeler, Hank Thomas (Randy Thomas’ brother) OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS Susan Hurst and family in the death of her husband, Foy Hurst, who passed away May 24. Services are Thursday, May 27 at 2pm at FCC. CELEBRATING THE GIFT OF A NEW LIFE Frances Bridgette Adina Beason, born May 17 to Leland Beason and Hilary Groesbeck. Grandfather is Chuck Beason AND Caleb Daniel Marsh, born May 20 to Hunter & Emily Marsh. Grandparents are Gary and Marian Bates.
Golf Tournament Rescheduled! First Christian’s Annual Benefit Tournament
Happy Birthday! 5/30 5/31 6/1
6/2 6/3
6/4 6/5 6/6
Ashley Banuet, Camille Caldwell, Lauren Fathree, Dave Murray, Jack Sisson Helon Hamm Emily Aust, Chase Carrington, Dan Clark, Sandy Clark, Andrew Cummings, Sherry Kious, Tracy Lee Caitlin Aust, Alyssa Baker, Mignon Denyer, Lily Kosir, J.T. Reich, Melissa Simpson Michael Adkins, Nicholas Cave, Bill Eischeid, Victoria Harrison, Susan Huffer, Sophie Minhinnett, Charles Schlough Marjorie Anderson, J.C. Barr, Bill LaRue, Harriba Tienabeso Marilynn Brown, Carl Hawkins Paul Gaines, Claire Patton, Robin Pierce
was rained out last week. The new date is Friday, June 25. Those previously registered will be kept on the registration list unless you contact Bob Stafford at 359-8900 or Karla Mahan kmahan@fccedmond.org, 341-3544 ext 15. New registrants are welcome! Register online at fccedmond.org/golf
Will You Teach Us This Summer? Children’s Summer Teachers Needed June 6-August 15
Would you like to help our children grow in their faith? Our Children’s Ministry is seeking teachers for the Summer session: June 6 through August 15. Substitutes for your summer vacation are available, so don’t let that prevent you from volunteering! Please contact Erin Robertson at 562-1021 if you are interested.
Music Ministry PICNIC! Wednesday, June 9 6:30pm Chitwood Park Pavilion
(West 1st Street & Story – 1 block east of Kelley, 2 blocks north of Edmond Road)
BRING YOUR FAMILIES! All who have participated in the various music programs at FCC (including special music and cantatas) are invited to an evening of Fun, Food, and Fellowship. Fried Chicken, drinks and tableware will be provided, but please bring a side dish or dessert to share. This is a great way to fellowship with friends from all three services. RSVP to Diane Ball at dball@fccedmond.org or 341-3544 ex. 25 so that she knows how much Fried Chicken to provide.
Would you like to listen to our sermons at home or at work? Would you like to share a sermon you heard with one of your friends?
Now you can listen online! Go to www.fccedmond.org/media and find the sermon you are looking for in our sermon player. Sermons are posted on Tuesday and are listed in date order. You’ll see the name of the minister preaching, the title of the sermon and the scripture.
Disciple-cise! Highlights of our 6th stop! Worship
at First Christian 8:15, 9 & 11am May 30, 2010
Message: Rev. Dr. Jerry Black Scripture: Isaiah 46:8-9; Colossians 4:15-18
June 6, 2010
Message: Rev. Dr. Jerry Black Scripture: Psalm 146:1-10
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Our Parish Nurses are sponsoring a new way to exercise weekly and learn about other Disciples of Christ Churches and Seminaries as our exercise journey takes us across the country. It’s called Disciple-cise! Visit our bulletin board in Fellowship Hall to see all of the places we have been and where we will go. Remember 30 minutes of exercise equals 50 miles!
Stop #6– Washington, DC 300 miles / 180 minutes of exercise. Home of the National City Christian Church which is known as the “national cathedral” of the Disciples denomination. Did you know: 1843 - Seven people initiated a Disciples congregation in Washington, DC. They met in rented quarters. 1868 – Purchase was made of a small frame chapel for their first church building. 1977 – First female Deacons elected at National City Christian Church Lyndon Baines Johnson, the 36th President of the United States, occasionally attended National City Christian Church during his time as president and his state funeral was held here in 1973. However, his family had been staunchly Baptist and his wife, Lady Bird, was a devoted Episcopalian. James Garfield, the 20th President of the United States, was a member of National City Christian.