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614 488.0681 FCchurch.com March 30, 2014
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The Social Gospel
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Spring Women’s Retreat at Camp Akita See page 2.
World Neighbors Creates Lasting Change Join us in welcoming special guest Dr. Chris Macoloo of World Neighbors. He will speak during our 10 and 11 am services. World Neighbors focuses on training and educating communities to find lasting solutions to the challenges they face; hunger, poverty and disease, rather than giving them food, money or constructing buildings.
Their programs contribute to improving the social, economic and physical resources available to and controlled by a community. This makes the program very efficient and creates lasting change rather than a short-term fix. Currently, around 500,000 people benefit from World Neighbors and program work in 11 countries in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean.
Macoloo
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Community Forums - Join the ongoing conversation about the proposed Capital Projects for South Campus, Camp Akita and the North Campus Sanctuary.
Monday, March 31, 7 pmNorth CampusSunday, April 6, 12:15 pmSouth Campus
Women’s Spring Retreat: Growing Up & Growing Wise - Kathy Cleveland Bull facilitates. Information and registration at FCchurch.com/womens-retreat, or contact Natalia at [email protected]
April 4 - 6Camp Akita
Easter Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza - Egg hunt, games, music and the Easter Bunny. $5 per child. Please RSVP at FCchurch.com. Proceeds go to Midweek Missions.
Sunday, April 13, 1 pmNorth Campus
Celebration of Youth Sunday - A special worship service where we will recognize and bless our high school seniors.
Sunday, April 27, 10 amNorth Campus
Akita 5K - Benefits the Akita Scholarship Fund.To register and for more information, visit CampAkita.org/Akita5K. You may also email [email protected] or call our Columbus camp offices at 614 488.0681 ext 101.
Sunday, April 27Fred Beekman Park, OSU
ElderWisdom Book Group - All are welcome to discuss this month’s selection: Falling Upward by Richard Rohr. Copies will be available in the bookstore soon.
Wednesday, April 30, 1 pmOlder Adult Lounge, South Campus (second floor)
Burkhart Luncheon - (Formerly the Sweetheart Luncheon.) To receive an invitation or to RSVP, call the church at 614 488.0681.
Saturday, May 3, 11:30 amNorth Campus
Mission Council’s Gigantic Garage Sale - Plan to come and shop or volunteer to help. Additional information is available at FCchurch.com/garage-sale
May 16 & 17North Campus
Upcoming EventsVisit FCchurch.com or email [email protected] for more information.
Community ForumsJoin the ongoing conversation about the proposed Capital Projects for South Campus, Camp Akita and the North Campus Sanctuary.
Monday, March 31 at 7 pm - NC Sunday, April 6 at 12:15 pm - SC
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Calmly Plotting: Lent Devotionals 2014 from the Stillspeaking Writers' Group takes its title from E. B. White's description of his wife, Katherine, planting her spring bulb garden in the fall of the last year of her life. "Oblivious to the ending of her own days, which she knew perfectly well was near at hand, [she was] sitting there... under those dark skies in October, calmly plotting the resurrection."
These devotionals offer a fresh perspective on the season for every day of Lent. Each is accompanied by a scripture verse and prayer.
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–– The Reverend Ms. Katherine H. Shaner, Minister of Mission
The Social Gospel
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I am currently in Mexico with members of my First Community family and members of my Amor family. I thought I’d share a post from the Amor Blog on their website. Please keep all of us in your prayers this week!
Blessings,
The rain is coming down hard and has been for days. The wind is blowing furiously. Tree branches are falling down, cars are hydroplaning, and the power is going on and off. The tarp you use as a roof is making a loud slapping sound as it bounces up and down, your kids are shivering as the wind whips through the wood slats that make up your walls, the rain is dripping through the little holes that have worn in the tarp over your head, and your dirt floor is turning to mud.
This is the reality for the Estrada family, but not for long…
When we arrived early Saturday morning at the work site, the family was not there and the gate was locked. I, of course, was immediately irritated and frustrated. I felt bad that the group had to wait to get started working while phone calls were made and the situation was figured out. The group was very understanding and didn’t seem to mind much. They were a fun group who entertained themselves while they waited.
Then the mother of the house came hurriedly walking up with the key to the house. She was so apologetic that she was late. She then went on to explain why she was not home. You see, the rain and wind were so fierce for two nights before we came that she needed to take her children to her mother-in-law’s house to sleep. The description at the start of this post was not some made-up imagery to get you thinking – it was the Estrada family’s reality.
Can you imagine having to leave your house when bad weather comes because your children can’t keep warm and dry?
The very place that is supposed to provide protection from the storm, you have to abandon when it comes. Can you imagine having to seek shelter somewhere else because – despite your best efforts and ingenuity – you just can’t afford to put a solid, weather-resistant house together for your family?
That put it all in perspective. Despite the rain, this group came to build on Saturday in order to change the story the Estrada family will tell when future storms come. Now, when a storm arrives the family can stay in their home and feel safe, dry and warm together. When you come build with Amor, you change a family’s story when a storm comes.
This blog post was originally published in Moss on a Mission, a blog curated by Field Specialist Kelsey Moss.
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GivePlease take this opportunity to review the many ways you can provide for your church and your community. We welcome your gifts of time, talent and financial support.
Support MissionsPurchase Giant Eagle grocery gift cards or enroll in the Kroger Rewards program. Visit the Mission page at FCchurch.com or visit the tables after worship.
Good CallUsing the Browser
on your smartphone, go to
FCchurch.com/minute to give an offering to
First Community Church.
Lend a Hand
Heart to HeartLooking to volunteer in a fun, caring environment? Join us at Heart to Heart.
Tuesdays: 8 - 11 am or 11 am - 1:30 pm
Wednesdays: 3 - 4:30 pm
Thursdays: 8 - 11 am or 11 am - 1:30 pm
Sign up at FCchurch.com/heart-to-heart-food-pantry
Join Our Usher TeamWe need a minimum of 20 ushers each week to cover all of our services. Contact Jennifer Morrison at [email protected] or Lois Zook at [email protected] for details.
Furber BooksVolunteer in the bookstore on Sunday mornings at either campus. If interested, please contact Emily Rogers at 614 488.0681 ext. 223 or [email protected]
Mission Council Garage Sale Volunteers NeededThis year’s sale is May 16 & 17 and we could use your help. Stop by the Garage Sale table after worship services (starting in April) to sign up or contact Beth Hanson at 614 488.6526 or [email protected]
Tri-Village Trading PostBe a volunteer in the Receiving Room or in the Shop. Share your spare hours with the Post. Friendly faces will greet you and help you learn the work. If interested, contact Rebecca Wolfe at 330 697.6218 or [email protected]
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Akita Retreat OpportunitiesChurch members receive a discount on rentals. For individual or group retreat opportunities, visit CampAkita.org or call 740 385.3827 ext 222
ReceiveFirst Community Church provides many opportunities for learning, spiritual growth and fellowship, as well as material and spiritual assistance to those in need.
Transitions Support Group1st/3rd Tuesdays of the month, 7 pmLibrary, South CampusFor those experiencing divorce or a broken relationship. Led by Dr. Dan Davis and Vickie Jean Murphy, Spiritual Director. For more information, contact Kathy Weatherby in the Pastoral Care Office at 614 488.0681 ext 239 or [email protected]
Pastoral CounselingPastoral Care is intertwined throughout all the programs and the business of the congregation as we explore life together. Contact the Pastoral Care Office at 614 488.0681 ext 239 or [email protected]
Care & PrayerAll prayers are held in confidence. Please contact Kathy Weatherby in the Pastoral Care Office at 614 488.0681 ext 239 or [email protected]
Women’s GuildFor information about the Women’s Guild, please contact Estelle Scott, Chair of the Guild Membership Committee, at 614 457.1037 or [email protected]
Providing dignity, compassion and respect.
Choice Food Pantry open Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8:30 am - 1 pm
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Heart to Heart has an Ohio Benefit Bank counselor
available as needed.For an appointment, call 614 488.0681 ext 155
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Lecture on ‘Pope Francisand the World’s Religions’Wednesday, April 2, 7 pmJessing Center, Pontifical College Josephinum John L. Allen, Jr., Senior Vatican Analyst for CNN, presents the 10th annual Lecture on World Religions and Interreligious Dialogue. Reservations not required.
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This Week at First Community ChurchSunday, March 30 11:00 am Middle School Vocal Ensemble Rm. 118 (NC) 12:15 pm High School Vocal Ensemble Rm. 118 (NC)
Monday, March 31 4:30 pm Women’s Guild Spring Event Committee Library (SC) 5:30 pm Friends of the Homeless Kitchen (SC) 7:00 pm Community Forum Grace Hall (NC)
Tuesday, April 1 8:30 am Heart to Heart Food Pantry Open (until 1 pm) Annex Rm. 103/104 (SC) 10:00 am Tuesday at Ten Wicker Rm. (SC) 6:00 pm Whitechapel Ringers Rehearsal Rm. 111 (NC) 7:00 pm Transition Support Group Library (SC) 7:00 pm Tuesday PM: Jim Wallis’ On God’s Side Rm. 125 (NC)
Wednesday, April 2 7:00 am Wednesday Morning Fellowship Brownlee Hall (SC) 7:00 am Men’s Study Group: Epistle to the Romans Wicker Rm. (SC) 9:30 am Women Living the Questions: Daring Greatly Wicker Rm. (SC) 5:30 pm Kindergarten Choir Rehearsal Rm. 118 (NC) 6:00 pm Cherub Choir Rehearsal Rm. 118 (NC) 6:30 pm Junior Choir Rehearsal Rm. 118 (NC) 7:00 pm Wednesday Evening Bible Study Rose Wing Conference Rm. (NC) 7:00 pm Guild Group WW Guild Rm. (SC) 7:15 pm Youth Bell Choir 1 Rm. 111 (NC) 7:45 pm Youth Bell Choir 2 Rm. 111 (NC)
Thursday, April 3 8:30 am Heart to Heart Food Pantry Open (until 1 pm) Annex Rm. 103/104 (SC) 11:45 am Contemplative Group: Teresa of Avila Wicker Rm. (SC) 6:30 pm Grandview Candlelight NA Lincoln Rd. Chapel (SC) 7:30 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary (SC)
Friday, April 4 Spring Women’s Retreat begins Camp Akita 7:00 pm Jung Assoc. Hauntings... Brownlee Hall (SC)
Saturday, April 5 9:30 am Jung Assoc. Hauntings... Brownlee Hall (SC) 10:00 am Contemplative Group Annex Rm. 105 (SC)
NC = North Campus, 3777 Dublin Road = Wheelchair inaccessibleSC = South Campus, 1320 Cambridge Blvd.
For further information on events, check the Welcome Center, firstnews Monthly, FCchurch.com, [email protected] or call 614 488.0681
NEXT SUNDAY WORSHIP SCHEDULE - April 6 8:30 am Rev. Baumer preaching (Burkhart Chapel, SC) 8:30 am Dr. Wing preaching (Grace Hall, NC) 10:00 am Dr. Wing preaching (Grace Hall, NC) 11:00 am Dr. Wing preaching (Sanctuary, SC)
firstnews614 488.0681 FCchurch.com April 1 - 30, 2014 Vol. 60 No. 4
Monthly
Akita 5K& Fun Run
Pages 14
Mission Council Garage Sale
Page 6 Page 7
MissionsUpdates
Green Eggs and… Easter?
One of my most interesting Confirmation (Block of Wood) classes was when a student asked me where were the Easter rabbits and Easter eggs
and all that stuff in the Easter story. So
if you’ve ever wondered about that,
here we go.
It all has to do with Christianity both
trying to survive in and to use the
pagan religious traditions in which
it began and then was trying to
evangelize. First of all, the name Easter
is from the name “Eostre,” the Anglo-
Saxon goddess of spring. Easter is
celebrated in the spring because Jesus’
resurrection came at the time of the
Jewish Passover celebration, always
a spring event. (Actually, if we take
seriously the shepherds on the hills
with their sheep and lambs, Christmas
should also be a spring celebration, but
that’s another story.)
It all began somewhere during the
second century, when Christian
missionaries looked for a way to
celebrate Jesus’ resurrection within
the customs of the people where they
were working. Springtime festivals,
already established celebrations in
many cultures, were a natural both
because of the coincidence of timing
and the new life theme of Easter. Out of
the dead of winter comes the rebirth of
the earth.
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By Rev. Paul E. Baumer
MAUNDY THURSDAY | APRIL 17
8 pm - South Campus
Candlelight Choral Service of Holy Communion and Tenebrae
Led by the members of the Clergy with readings by members of the Board of
Deacons; Choral Music by the Chancel Choir; Ronald Jenkins, Minister of Music
& Liturgy; Robert Griffith, Organist
GOOD FRIDAY | APRIL 18
12 Noon - North Campus
A Service of Worship and Music with Chamber Singers and Orchestra
With portions of Handel’s Messiah as well as music of Bach, Ferguson, Rutter,
and Barber’s Adagio for Strings presented by members of the Columbus
Symphony Orchestra and the First Community Church Chamber Singers.
Dr. Richard A. Wing, Senior Minister, delivers a meditation.
EASTER SUNDAY | APRIL 20
South Campus:
8:30 am - Holy Communion in Burkhart Chapel.
The Reverend Mr. James M. Long, preacher.
10 am & 11:30 am - The Reverend Dr. Richard A. Wing, preacher;
Chancel Choir with Brass and Tympani.
North Campus:
8:30 am - The Reverend Dr. Richard A. Wing, preacher;
Chancel Choir with Brass and Percussion.
10 am - The Reverend Ms. Katherine H. Shaner, preacher.
HOLY WEEK &
EASTER Join Us
firstnews614 488.0681 FCchurch.com April 1 - 30, 2014 Vol. 60 No. 4
Monthly
Akita 5K& Fun Run
Pages 14
Mission Council Garage Sale
Page 6 Page 7
MissionsUpdates
Green Eggs and… Easter?
One of my most interesting Confirmation (Block of Wood) classes was when a student asked me where were the Easter rabbits and Easter eggs
and all that stuff in the Easter story. So if you’ve ever wondered about that, here we go.
It all has to do with Christianity both trying to survive in and to use the pagan religious traditions in which it began and then was trying to evangelize. First of all, the name Easter is from the name “Eostre,” the Anglo-Saxon goddess of spring. Easter is celebrated in the spring because Jesus’ resurrection came at the time of the Jewish Passover celebration, always a spring event. (Actually, if we take seriously the shepherds on the hills with their sheep and lambs, Christmas should also be a spring celebration, but that’s another story.)
It all began somewhere during the second century, when Christian missionaries looked for a way to celebrate Jesus’ resurrection within the customs of the people where they were working. Springtime festivals, already established celebrations in many cultures, were a natural both because of the coincidence of timing and the new life theme of Easter. Out of the dead of winter comes the rebirth of the earth.
(Continued, Page 2)
By Rev. Paul E. Baumer
MAUNDY THURSDAY | APRIL 17
8 pm - South Campus
Candlelight Choral Service of Holy Communion and Tenebrae
Led by the members of the Clergy with readings by members of the Board of Deacons; Choral Music by the Chancel Choir; Ronald Jenkins, Minister of Music & Liturgy; Robert Griffith, Organist
GOOD FRIDAY | APRIL 18
12 Noon - North Campus
A Service of Worship and Music with Chamber Singers and Orchestra
With portions of Handel’s Messiah as well as music of Bach, Ferguson, Rutter, and Barber’s Adagio for Strings presented by members of the Columbus Symphony Orchestra and the First Community Church Chamber Singers.
Dr. Richard A. Wing, Senior Minister, delivers a meditation.
EASTER SUNDAY | APRIL 20
South Campus:
8:30 am - Holy Communion in Burkhart Chapel. The Reverend Mr. James M. Long, preacher.
10 am & 11:30 am - The Reverend Dr. Richard A. Wing, preacher; Chancel Choir with Brass and Tympani.
North Campus:
8:30 am - The Reverend Dr. Richard A. Wing, preacher; Chancel Choir with Brass and Percussion.
10 am - The Reverend Ms. Katherine H. Shaner, preacher.
HOLY WEEK &
EASTER Join Us
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