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The Chalice

CONNECTIONA publication of First Christian Church of Edmond, OK

Vol. 2 No. 42 October 21, 2010

Celebrating With A Different Kind of GiftBy Rev. Chris Shorow, Senior Minister

Num-

bers

can be

specialto us.

They

are

very

signifi-

cant

in the

Bible. 12 disciples, 12 tribes of

Israel, 40 days in the desert, 153 fish

in a net, even 7 days in a weekall

have significance. What about your

lucky numbers?

I was born on March 163/16, at

3:16 pm in room 316 of the hospi-

tal. So, naturally my favorite scrip-

ture must be John 3:16. My son,

William was born on 9/9/00, and

last year on 9/9 he turned 9.

This year witnessed anothernumber miracle. Emily Gresh and

her friend Riley Henson both had

their 10th birthday on 10/10/10.

Pretty impressive, huh? They share

many things in commontheir

hometown, a love of art, a Girl

Scout troop and a soccer team. So

this year they had a joint birthday

celebration. But instead of asking for

gifts, they decided to ask their guests

to donate to their favorite charities.

On 10/10/10, Breakfast on Bou-

levard and the Regional Food Bank

of Oklahoma received gifts in honor

of these two loving servants. Pretty

impressive for ten-year-olds. For

that matter, its impressive for any of

us. They realized that the gifts that

would truly last were the gifts theycould provide for others, especially

those in need.

Its a great lesson for all of us.

This Christmas season we will be

focusing on gifts that dont break

gifts that touch the hearts of others

and that serve others. You will have

the opportunity to give donations in

honor or memory of loved ones. I

think its a great idea for many occa

sions. It reminds us that all we have

comes from God.

Meanwhile, I wonder who has a

birthday on 11/11/11?

I would like to say thank you to all of

the First Christian Church members

who donated money to Breakfast onBoulevard for my 10th birthday. I

was able to give BOB over $500.00

Thank you very much!

Emily Gresh

We would like to add that we are so

lucky to have such a great base of

Christians who are helping us raise

our daughter. She has wonderful

role models to learn from when

she attends Sunday school, UNITE,

helps with Sprouts or sits at theWelcome desk or any other areas

she can be found in while hanging

around her second home! We feel

blessed to have so many outstand-

ing people here at FCC that con-

tribute so much to Emilys life.

We are so grateful to you all!

Frank and Debby Gresh

Gratitude For Your Support!


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Buy ButterBraids for TheHolidays!The FCC youth are selling yummyButter Braids, Tea Rings & Swirlsnow through October 27th for$12.00 each in a variety of flavors.To place your order for holidaydelivery, see a youth at the Rotunda

Table on Sunday mornings or con-tact Robbi Kinnaird at 340-2427.

Butter Braids are frozen pastrieswhich bake up warm and fluffy withyummy fruit fillings. They makegreat holiday gifts and excellentmorning treats. See an FCC Youthto order yours! All proceeds benefitthe FCC youth mission fund andyouth room remodel. And, as al-

ways, if you dont want to purchasebut still want to support our efforts,donations are gladly accepted.

Do youremember

what it

was like

to be a

newcom-

erone

who has

just joined

a new

group and the awkwardness of finding

your way into the life of that group?

learning names and being included?Its unsettling, isnt it? Uncomfortable.

You want to participate, know some

of the possibilities, but just dont knowwho to talk to or where to begin.

Such are the feelings of many

who decide to join our church family.

First, there is the question of which

familya Sunday School Class, a

Unite program, and/or a worship

group? Then, there is that over-

whelming flow of activities and church

ministries they have begun to learn

about in Discover First Christian. But

where does that new member begin

to connect, invest energy, becomeinvolved, and commit? Its so discon-

certing, yet vital to feeling connected.

For that reason, your MembershipMinistry Team is looking for a few

servants who are comfortable with

home visits, meeting new members,

personally welcoming them, and

helping them assimilate into the life of

our church family. This is obviously a

ministry of grand importance.

To become a Welcome Servant,

call Jerry at 341-3544 or email him at

[email protected] Thank you

for prayerfully considering this new

and vital, ministry opportunity.Your Membership Ministry Team

New Ministry OpportunityBy Rev. Dr. Jerry Black, Associate Minister

A new Sunday morning class geared

toward our college students/young

adults began on Sunday, October 10.

Kevin and Sally Leonard, as well assome of our college students, will be

offering leadership for this class. Cur-

rently they are meeting in the Fellow-

ship Hall at 10:00 a.m., with plans to

move to room 208 within the next few

weeks.

To help us in this endeavor, we

need your assistance. Here are a few

ways you can help.

1. Pass the word to those who might

be interested in being a part of thisclass and encourage them to attend.

2. If you have a college student and/

or young adult you would like to have

placed on our e-mail list, please send

their name and e-mail address to

Greg at [email protected]

3. If you are interested in helping

with this

ministry in

any way,

please letus know.

We would

like to

build a

network of

adults who are willing to share in the

leadership of this important ministry.

College/Young Adult Class Begins!By Rev. Greg Bunton, Associate Minister of Student Ministries


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Christmas CantataRehearsals UnderwayDo you love to sing? Come learnthis years cantata, Night of theFathers Love by Pepper Chopliand join the Chancel Choir forthis short time committment.We rehearse Wednesdays from7:30-8:15 in the sanctuary.Questions?Contact Diane Ballat [email protected] 341-3544.

MINISTRYFirst Christian Churcof Edmond, OK

Attention Members

Comet Cleaners Parking Lot ChangesPlease be aware that the parking lot just east of the church is now lessavailable for our use. Comet Cleaners, who lease our building, will soon openfor business.Obviously, some parking spaces in front of the building will bereserved. Please respect the needs of those who lease this space and those

who use the cleaners services. Do not block the drive through or park in thosereserved spaces. You may continue to use the unmarked spaces. We havebeen privileged to use all of this parking lot for some time, but now mustmake some usage adjustmentseven on Wednesday nights. Thank you forrespecting these changes.

If you have any questions, please contact our Business Administrator,Karla Mahan at 341-3544, ext. 14 or [email protected] or BillyHarrison, Board Moderator at [email protected].

The November Mary Group ofDisciples Women will meet

Tuesday, November 2from 5:30-7:00 at the church.

We will gather for a lightsupper, continue our

Season of Encouragementdiscussion and assemble

shoe boxes for Samaritans PursHostess are Glo Rehrig and

Michele Schlough. All ladies of thchurch are welcome to join us!Please contact Robbi Kinnaird

at 340-2427 to RSVP

or with any questions.

Happy Birthday!10/24 Richard Finley, Devin Giddens

10/25Mattie Huff, Shannon Smith10/26 Lynn Daylor, Virginia Hiebert,

Teddi Owen, Sara Shipley, Russe

Stafford

10/27 Amy Quade, Terri Turner

10/28 Benny Christensen, Thomas Clar10/29 Greyson Ferrell, Deneen Gambre10/30 Monty Bratcher10/31 Patricia Hill

Prayers of the People

OUR PRAYERS FOR THOSE IN THE HOSPITAL TeddiLong-Owen, Mercy; Bart Rodr, OK Heart

OTHERS IN NEED OF PRAYER Mary Kate Heath,

Ralph Eastwood (Jackie Staffords dad), Jeff Stephens, Dorothy Bryan, Chuck

Hague (Suzanne Allisons brother), Chelyne Barney (Marjorie Andersonsdaughter-in-law), Ann Douthitt (Duke Douthitts mom), Garry Sloan (formerFCC minister of music), Lorelle Watts, Sharon Luton (Susan Blacks cousin), EdBerry, Hank Thomas (Randy Thomas brother)

Rehearsals Underway! Bring YOUR Child Each Wedneday!Practice for our annual Childrens Christmas musical has begun. If yourchild would like to participate in the annual Christmas program, joinus for rehearsal on Wednesdays for Childrens Choir: Grades K-5 5:00- 6:00pm and Cherub Choir: Ages 3-5 5:30-6:00 for more informationcontact Diane Ball, Minister of Music, [email protected]

Dress rehearsal is scheduled for Saturday, December 4th from 9:30-11:30a.m. If your child is participating in the musical,please bring 2-3 dozencookies to share for the annual cookie reception immediately followingthe musical. Be sure to check out our childrens artwork on display inthe Fellowship Hall during the Advent season!

Star of Wonder

A Kids Christmas

Musical of Hope


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Classics Tour Peppers Ranch &Armstrong AuditoriumDay Trip Set for November 3

On Wednesday, November 3 the Classics will tour Peppers Ranch -a home to children, who through no fault of their own, have beenthe victims of abuse and neglect. Peppers Ranch provides shelter,counseling, and growth-oriented activities, seeking to break the cycleof child abuse and neglect. The creative, safe and nurturing environmentof the ranch allows physical and emotional wounds to heal and inspiresand equips children to reach their full potential. There have been manyimprovements to the Peppers Ranch facility, so even if you have beenbefore youll want to take this tour to see all the new things happening!

After our tour we will have lunch, and then at 2pm we will tour the

new $20 million dollar concert hall - Armstrong Auditorium.

Plan to meet at the church at 10am on the 3rd to travel together. Pleasecall Winnie Hall at 341-4297 to make your reservation.

Worshipat First Christian8:15, 9 & 11am

October 24, 2010Message: Rev. Chris ShorowScripture: Luke 18:9-14

October 31, 2010Message: Rev. Chris ShorowScripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

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