July 3, 2013
Church of the Servant Bi-Weekly Newsletter Issue: 13.13
Believe s Belong s Become
Project Transformation July 8-11 and July 15-18 Readers needed!
Each summer members of Servant read with the children of Oklahoma City who are part of the Project Transformation Ministry of the United Methodist Church. We need you and we need others who might come as new volunteers to Project Transformation this summer. The commitment is that each morning of the week you choose, you go from 9:45-noon to Chapel Hill UMC. As a volunteer, you listen to children read, one child at a time for 30 minutes (4 children total). It is a small commitment that makes a big difference. During those two weeks the church is also responsible for meals for the college interns that run the program. The meals are delivered in the evenings to OCU. It is a great opportunity for a class or small group to serve together one evening. If you or your class is interested, choose your dates by contacting Pat McGarrity at patnleroy@yahoo.com.
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Church of the Servant s 14343 North MacArthur, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73142 s (405)721-4141 s www.ChurchoftheServant.com
As I finish my third full season here at Servant. I am delighted to say I am very happy and excited to be a part of this great church and team of co-workers. The success of this season has been due to the hundreds of folks committed to the Music Ministry and the belief the Arts can still reach people even in a high-tech world. I am surrounded by a great music staff and a host of wonderful volunteers from the youngest child in Joyful Noise to the Revelation Youth Choir to The Orchestra, The Way, Servant Singers, Celebration Ringers, all the many Actors and Dancers in our productions, a cracker jack Tech crew, and of course, the anchor of the Music Ministry - the Celebration Choir. The new season will bring some exciting changes. I can’t wait for another very special year! The choir and orchestra will take a break from leading worship during July. The musical leadership will be supplied by wonderful soloist I am certain you will enjoy. Now I will take this bit of “slower time” to think about Christmas and Angels! Grace and Peace, Chuck Weatherford Director of Music Ministries Page 2 I SERVANT July 3, 2013
Summer-Time at Church of the Servant As we prepare to turn the calendar to July there is no doubt that summer is in full swing here at Church of the Servant. People often assume that the summer months point to a slower schedule or less activity within the congregation. While it is true that there might be a bit more space available in the pews on a summer-time Sunday as people enjoy time away from work on vacation, the bigger picture reveals a congregation buzzing with work and ministry. Vacation Bible School is often a focal point for our summer months—with over five hundred children involved as well as almost two hundred volunteer workers, it is hard to ignore! But it is only one of our scheduled activities for our children with multiple opportunities to stay engaged through camps and activities both on campus and offsite. Likewise, our student programs have featured significant mission opportunities with multiple age-level camps scattered through these short months as well. Chuck Weatherford and his music crew have just returned from a very successful tour through the mid-west with the “Revelation” Youth Choir. A team Rev. Randy Shrauner from Church of the Servant has returned from mission in Guatemala, and Dr. Gorrell and Dr. Goggs have just made it home from Great Britain as they led a tour group from the congregation through significant sites in our Methodist history. Church of the Servant scatters to the four-corners of the earth when summer hits Oklahoma! But one of the most important activities of the summer is the ongoing planning and preparation that occurs as we look forward to the kickoff of our fall activities. Right now plans are being made that will shape the direction of our life together. To do all that God is calling us to do requires an immense number of dedicated volunteers. Small group leaders, Sunday School teachers, nursery workers, greeters, Sunday parking assistants and coffee shop workers are all needed. If God is nudging you to become involved in the life of the church, please contact a staff member and discuss what might be possible. You never know where a simple Sunday conversation in the concourse might lead! Soon enough September will arrive and these precious days of summer will have passed. Make sure that you use them well and we will be ready to welcome everyone home as the new season begins.
Rev. Randy Shrauner Executive Minister
13.2 Cafe’
We are excited about the things going on in 13.2 this summer! We have 14 new volunteers eagerly learning and training to serve you! We are also in search of 1 volunteer or a team of 2 volunteers to run 13.2 from September to May to serve the men from Bible Study Fellowship each Monday night. Grab a friend or family member and contact Dana Israel for more information at 918-914-0630 or disrael@ churchoftheservant.com. We reached our goal of 100 “likes” on our new Facebook page! Eldon Burns was the first recipient of a free drink as our first Facebook fan of the week! Search COS13.2 and “like” us for a chance to win!
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Women’s Summer Bible Study on Grace
Does simply thinking of chocolate bring a smile to your face? Imagine spending a sweet hour with other women to share lunch, and talk together about the wonderful grace of God. Dr. Robyn Goggs will be sharing four Tuesdays, beginning July 9, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Bring a sack lunch each Tuesday and enjoy a sweet treat of the Word and chocolate we will share together. Registration will begin on Sunday, June 30.
Ladies Night Out with Jennifer Rothschild August 23 at 7:00 p.m.
If you are a woman who wants to know God more and live life more deeply, then join us for a night of worship and inspiration with Jennifer Rothschild, as she talks to us about “real hope when life doesn’t make sense.” Desserts and coffee will be served as 6:30 p.m. Jennifer Rothschild has been cleaning out her thought closet, and reconciling the missing pieces in her blanket of faith ever since her life drastically changed at the age of fifteen, when she lost her sight. Now, more than 30 years later, she boldly and compassionately teaches women how to walk by faith, and not by sight. Known for her substance, signature wit, and down-to-earth style, Jennifer weaves together colorful illustrations, Biblical principles, and music to help women live empowered. Early-Bird special available online for a limited time! Purchase your tickets TODAY in the church office or online at www.churchoftheservant.com.
Disciple Camp
Middle School Ministries just got back from five fun days at Disciple Camp. During this time 45 students and leaders spent time together in fellowship and learned about ‘The Woman at the Well’. It was a great blessings as I watched our students worship, pray for each other, and grow in their walk. Thank you to all who helped make this camp such a memorable start to the summer! In his love, Jenna Savage Middle School Coordinator
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Joyful Noise Music Camp
On Thursday, June 27, forty-five young singers and dancers graced the Centrum stage to present “God of this City”. This musical’s mission was to collect books and raise money for Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore, OK. The children had a great time all week long and were able to collect 176 books and $350, all which will be donated to the Plaza Towers Library. Special thanks to all our volunteers! Make a Joyful Noise!
Fall Soccer Sign Up!
Attendance Winners!
Our 1st through 5th graders with best attendance in Sunday School were celebrated on June 2 with some fun Great Attendance trophies! Great Sunday School Attendance Winners: 1st Grade: Connor Beard Isabella Beard Rachael Green 2nd Grade: Kylie Perry Brayden Annett 3rd Grade: Nicholas Goff Elaina Murray
It’s that TIME! You can download the forms on our website, in Children’s Ministries, or get them at the Welcome Centers here at Church of the Servant. THE VERY FINAL DAY to register is August 4. PLAY ON!
THANK YOU!!
Hundreds of children over the past 10 years have been blessed with Ms. Lynne’s sweet smile and Mr. Keith’s hug and “remember Jesus loves you and so do we” before they left the classroom on Sundays. Thank You Rollers for sharing your faith, love and encouragement to not only the kids, but fellow teachers and the Children’s Ministries staff. God Bless YOU!
4th Grade: Aubrey Byers Colton Cable Emma Judkins 5th Grade: Morgan Andrews Tyler Neaves We will be watching for great attendance again, so make certain you and your children are here for all the fun!
Keith and Lynne Roller are pictured with their 5 year-old Sunday school class. The Rollers retired from teaching Sunday school on June 2 after 10 years of service.
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u Mike and Pam Adams as Mike’s mother, Hertha Adams, is hospitalized at the OK Heart Hospital South; and Pam’s mother, Barbara Seagrove, is a resident and undergoes rehab at Epworth Villa. u Mark, Rebecca, Trent, Katelyn, Phillip, and Travis Bailey as Mark recuperates from surgery and is hospitalized at the OK Spine Hospital. u Don and Belinda Crosier as their daughter, Ashley Westerman recuperates from surgery. u Larry and Sharon Fanning as Larry recuperates from surgery. u Joyce Gaige as her son, Matt Gaige, deals with health issues. u Dean and Judy Gigstad as Frances Stinnett, mother of their daughter-in-law, is hospitalized at MD Anderson. u Bob and Marilyn Long as Bob recuperates from outpatient surgery. u Jack and Nancy Morgan as Jack deals with health issues and is under hospice care. u Bob and Freddie Nelon as Freddie recuperates from surgery and faces treatment. u Dianna Peters as she deals with health issues.
u A contribution has been made to The Servant Foundation, Inc. in memory of Billie Amis by Home Title Guaranty Co. u A contribution has been made to The Servant Foundation, Inc. in memory of Billie Amis by Waco Title Company.
u Jim and Carolyn Clark, Benton Clark, and Family at the death of Jim’s sister-inlaw and Benton’s wife, Johnna Clark. u C.J. Frederick and Family at the death of C.J.’s husband, Alan Frederick.
u A contribution has been made to The Servant Foundation, Inc. in memory of Billie Amis by Joe & Shirley Rolston. u A contribution has been made to The Servant Foundation, Inc. in memory of Bill Bright by Steve & Muriel Johns. u A contribution has been made to The Servant Foundation, Inc. in memory of Bill Bright by Joe & Shirley Rolston. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Sr. Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Bill Snyder by Bill & Jody Humes. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Sr. Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Bill Snyder by Margy Milewski.
u Linda Burgett at the birth of her granddaughter, Charlotte Jo Hill. The proud parents and brother are Jeff, Christin, and Kash Hill. The proud uncle and aunt are Thomas Burgett and Claire Burgett. u Toby and Heather McGee at the birth of their granddaughter, Harper Love Collins. The proud parents are Thomas and Erica Collins. The proud uncle, aunt, and cousins are Billy, Mallory, Elinor, Barron, and Isabella Clark.
u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Sr. Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Bill Snyder by Danny & Avis Winters. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Sr. Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Bill Snyder by Judy Atwood. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Sr. Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Bill Snyder by Nancy Landrum. u A contribution has been made to The Servant Foundation, Inc. in memory of Roy Thompson by Roy & Kim Wallace. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Missions Ministry in memory of Bill Snyder by Edward & Ann Fulkerson. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Sr. Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Bill Snyder by Marvin & Maryanne Winters. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Sr. Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Bill Snyder by Robert & Janet White.
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u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Sr. Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Bill Snyder by Marolyn Allred. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Sr. Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Bill Snyder by Sean & Lisa Marie McLaughlin. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Sr. Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Bill Snyder by William & Marsha Glover.