July 22, 2014 ~ Volume 68 ~ Issue 29

Pastors Desk:

Did you know…that through your giving the church supports many ministries?

Not counting the amount of children’s programs, adult programs, the upkeep

of the church building and the salaries, your tithes and offerings provide

support for Hidden Haven Camp, (which supported 89 campers this year!)

Manhattan Christian College, Ozark Christian College and the Garnett Area

Ministerial Fellowship.

There are also a number of other ministries that are supported through and

by the church family here at First Christian Church. Eddy Bazin (Pastor in

Haiti); Missionair (Gordon Blackie); House of Bread (Jim & Gayle Durham,

Haiti); IDES (International Disaster Emergency Services); Kulpahar Orphanage

& Hospital in Kulpahar, India; Pregnancy Resource Center in Iola; Show Me

Youth Homes in Missouri and a few other ministries that are being supported

by our church family.

We are going to be spot-lighting one of these ministries each month in the

Christian Visitor. This month our spot-light is on the Garnett Area Ministerial

Fellowship. The GAMF provides funding for the local food pantry in

conjunction with ECKAN. The partnership with ECKAN provides the space

needed to house the food pantry as well as the food pantry coordinator. The

Ministerial Fellowship also provides aide with gas for doctor’s appointments,

utility assistance, and medicine assistance and provides food and various

other perishables. We also provide food and a motel room for transients.

The GAMF is also one of the founding sponsors of Garnett Area Paint

Project which, in 2013, impacted Garnett and the surrounding community by

providing painting, wheel chair ramps, rebuilt porches and various other

repairs for over 50 homes. The GAMF also provides a breakfast each year for

the teachers and staff of USD 356 on the first in-service day of the new

school year.

The GAMF is honored to do the opening prayer for the City of Garnett’s

semi-monthly city meetings. Participating Pastors also provide chaplaincy

service to the Anderson County Hospital. In case of an emergency a chaplain

is on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We also provide a daily prayer

through the intercom system at the hospital (something that I have thoroughly

enjoyed doing).

The GAMF meeting rotates each month in the participating churches as well

as meeting rooms out in the community. They host special guests from time to

time like this month when we will be hosting Garnett’s newest doctor, Dr.

Janelle Jones.

The GAMF has enjoyed working together and working in the community to

help expand the Kingdom of God and to meet the needs of the people of the

community. The GAMF is just one of the ways your giving impacts the

community we live in.

In much love, Pastor Darrel

Christian Visi or

October 7, 2014 ~ Volume 68 ~ Issue 40

THE VISION OF FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH

OF GARNETT, KS… is to enlarge globally the kingdom of God by striving to be a Christ

oriented, Family oriented, Community oriented

church for all.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF

GARNETT CORE VALUES ~ Because lost people matter to Christ, they must matter to me. ~ Communicating the Scriptures through preaching or teaching\ is catalyst for transformation in individual’s lives and in the Church. ~ The Church is a trauma center for wounded people. ~ The Church should strive to be culturally relevant while remaining biblically pure. ~ Full devotion to Christ is normal for every believer. ~ God has structured His Church so that all Christians are to be ministers who are serving in ways consistent to the gifts bestowed on them by the Holy Spirit. ~ Worship is a lifestyle that is expressed with private consistency and corporate vibrancy. ~ Prayer is the lifeline of the Church.

OFFICE HOURS 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday – Thursday

Office is closed on Friday CHURCH INFORMATION

Church Telephone: 785-448-3452 Fax: 785-448-2568

Website: www.fccgarnett.org

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Senior Pastor: Darrel Herde ~ Phone: 316-841-3090 ~ Email: pastor_darrel@fccgarnett.org Youth & Children Pastor: Chris Goetz ~ Phone: 503-474-7965 ~ Email: chris@fccgarnett.org

Sr. Adult Coordinator: Marilyn Artherton ~ Email: marilyn@fccgarnett.org Secretary: Marsha Dulin ~ Email: marsha@fccgarnett.org

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH ELDERS

Roger Adams: 448-6147 Ron Jenkins: 448-3843 Kevin Lewis: 204-2257 Burke Rogers: 448-5987 Steve Spring: 448-2491 Les Thomas: 448-6708 Gene Watson: 408-205-3635

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH DEACONS Mike Burns Craig Cole Dan Dulin Greg Gwin Leroy Hamilton Dan Kasprzak Doug Meyer Jason Miller Jason Mills Bill Ratliff Danny Roberts Jason Sjorlund Lynn Wilson Mike Zentner

SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS NOTES The Opportunity Class: The class had 5 with a Bible and 1 daily reader. Prayer requests and concerns were for: Dorothy Schuster, Loretta Lankard, Franque Meliza, Rosanna Blackie, Lorie Webster (niece of Ruth Allen); Phyllis Adams, Nancy (a friend of Betty Penn); Ruth Allen, the family of Esther Lantis (sister of Alice Valentine); Keith (nephew of Ruth Allen); Vi Davin, Helen Burcham, Gladys Zwiener, Opal Meyers, Olive Kline, Jim & Rosie Jordan, Bill & Lola Thornton, Lloyd Sumner & Andrea Wichman (granddaughter of Opal Meyers) and our nursing home residents. Marilyn Artherton opened their class with prayer. Marilyn Artherton presented the Lesson, “Yet I Will Rejoice,” taken from Habakkuk.

The SOS Class: The class had 15 with their Bibles and 10 daily readers. Prayers were requested for: Angela Mikesell, Franque Meliza, Holly Meliza (daughter of Bob & Franque for safe travels); the family of Wilma Bennett, Jack & Jo Lowe, Loretta Lankard & Shannon Garber. PRAISE: For the weather! Bob Meliza opened the class with prayer. Lois Gebert presented the class lesson “King of All.” The class closed with the “Lord’s Prayer.”

The Pastor’s Class: The Pastor opened with prayer. Prayer requests were for Angela Mikesell, Rosanna Blackie & Franque Meliza. We continued our study of the book “Rich Toward God,” and still in Chapter 2. We will continue in Chapter 2 next Sunday. Pastor Darrel closed with prayer. We invite anyone to come join our class next week or anytime. We’d love to have you!

9:15 A.M. SUNDAY SCHOOL INFORMATION 12 children & youth @ FCC

16 children & youth at North Lake 3 Overcomers – 8 Pastors Class

11 + 6 Visitors Great Expectations Class 15 SOS Class – 9 Opportunity Class

TOTAL:80

SUNDAYS AT FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 8:00 am ~ Early Worship Services ~ 10:30am Worship Services ~ Children’s Church

9:15am Sunday School Classes Nursery available from 9:10 thru 11:30 am Worship Services ~ Age 0 thru 4 years ~

located in the Fellowship Hall Wing: East side Beginners Class ~ 4year olds thru Kindergarten ~ Meets in the Annex in the Southwest Room Primary Class ~ 1st thru 3rd Grade ~ Meets in the Annex down the hallway 1st door on the left. Junior’s Class ~ 4th thru 6th Grade ~ Meets in the Annex down the hallway 2nd door on the left. Junior High Class ~ 6th thru 8th Grade ~ Meets in the Annex Northwest Corner. High School Class ~ 9th thru 12th Grade ~ Meets in Pastor Darrel’s Office Overcomers Class ~ Facilitated by Steve & Marcia Spring ~ Mainly the young adults ~

They meet in the Fellowship Hall Wing South East Side by the Nursery Pastor’s Class ~ This in not an age specific class ~ they meet in the Annex Northeast Room Great Expectations Class ~ This is mainly the “middle of the road” age group but yet not an age specific

class ~ They meet on the East side of the Fellowship Hall by the kitchen. SOS Class ~ They meet on the West side of the Fellowship Hall ages 60+. The Opportunity Class ~ They meet in the Church Library ~ They are a group of Seniors primarily ages

75 and up.

October 5, 2014 FCC GENERAL FUND Weekly Average Need ~ $4460.00

October Monthly Need ~ $17840.00 October 5, 2014 General Tithing ~ $5730.06

Monthly Giving to Date ~ $5730.06

SUNDAY WORSHIP ATTENDANCE 8:00 a.m. Worship ~ 56

10:30 a.m. Worship ~ 68 North Lake Worship ~ 75

TOTAL ~ 199

Sunday Children’s Church ~ 21 Sunday Evening Legacy Youth ~ 34

Wednesday ROOTS ~ 48

WELCOME GUESTS…THANK YOU FOR BEING WITH US TODAY

Carmel Halstead guest of Theresa Thoele & Addey Froggate; Terry Cain of North Kansas City, Mo, Susie (Benjamin) Cobb of Albuquerque, NM; Peyton Brockus granddaughter of Doug & Connie Meyer, Jack Snyder and Charles & Ann Kent of Webb City with Wayne & Vicki Hulett

October 12, 2014 Reminders Elder for Offertory: Steve Spring Elder for Communion: Kevin Lewis Deacon Usher: Bill Ratliff Communion to the Shut Ins: Elder: Les Thomas Deacon: Leroy Hamilton Deacons: Craig Cole, Dan Kasprzak, Gene Watson & Mike Burns Audio / Visual: 8:00 a.m.: Carol Long ~ Joyce Benton 10:30 a.m.: Unknown ~ Becky Allen Pianist 8:00 a.m.: Carmen Powls Pianist 10:30 a.m.: Carmen Powls Song Leaders 10:30: Worship Team Greeters: Doug & Connie Meyer Communion Preparation for October: Jenny Ferguson

PRAYERS FOR OUR CHURCH FAMILY:

Health: Phyllis Adams, Rosanna Blackie, Marlys Hayden, Jim

Jordan, Loretta Lankard, Doug Linder, Jack & Jo Lowe, Opal

Meyers, Angela Mikesell, & Dorothy Schuster

Mission: Chris Goetz, Wes McClain & Jason Mills – mission to

Honduras

PRAYERS FOR OUR EXTENDED FAMILY & FRIENDS:

Health: Becky Daniels (requested by Rosemary Turner);

Shannon Garber, Ralph Hamilton (father of Leroy Hamilton);

Cindy Herde (sister in law of Darrel Herde); Glen Horn (uncle of

Rick Horn); Clyde & Barbara Hulett (brother and wife of Wayne

Hulett); Adam Kichler (requested by Ruth Peine); Kyle Kirkland

(requested by Karen Petersilie); Billie McAfee (requested by

Tammy Clark); Diana McIntosh (daughter of Wilma McIntosh);

Steve Richardson (son of Reed & Carol Richardson); Roger

Rockers (requested by Frank & Mary Graham); Duane & Becky

Roush (requested by Carol Hermreck); David Scheckel

(requested by Mary Graham); Marilyn Walsh (sister of Doug

Linder) & Claron Yates (requested by Rosemary Turner).

Non Specified Prayers: Continued prayers for Dani Thacker

(granddaughter of Wilma McIntosh)

Military: our troops and veterans and their families; (requested

by Stephany Petersilie) Serving in Germany: SPC Jonathan

Potter, grandson of Nelda Potter; Serving in Afghanistan:

Jeremy Wickwire, grandson of Darren & Joan Simpson & SPC

Collin Chenoweth, grandson in law of Sandy Erhart; Serving in

Japan: Shawn Parks, husband of Richele; Serving in Military:

Ethan Mitchell, adopted grandson of Twyla Duryea & AMN Tim

Greening, grandson of Twyla Duryea

PRAYERS FOR OUR LOVED ONES IN CARE CENTERS:

Guest Home Estates: Robert Young, Seatta Van Donge and

Vernon & Goldie Hunt

Long Term Care: Ruth Gorrell

Golden Heights: Vi Davin, Lois Miller, Birdie Zentner, Jean

Brown, Olive Kline & Max Ratliff

Prayer is an essential ministry at First

Christian Church not just for our own members

and the needs within our congregation, but also

for those in our community and those beyond

our reach. Therefore we invite you to share

your prayer requests with us. We ask only that

you have permission from those whom you wish

to place in our Christian Visitor.

2014 FALL FLU CLINICS! Call today to schedule an appointment! $30 for Adults ~$20 for qualified

children. We accept BCBS, Medicare, Medicaid (Kancare), Cash/Check, Visa, MasterCard and

Discover. Allen County: 620-365-2191; Anderson County: 448-6559; Bourbon County: 620-223-

4464; Woodson County: 620-625-2484.

NEW ANDERSON COUNTY HOSPITAL VOLUNTEERS WELCOME! Please join us for a membership

luncheon. Find out about new opportunities that are available at the new hospital as well as all the

other activities we offer. Wednesday, October 8 ~ 12:00 p.m. ~ Garnett Library Archer Room

Please RSVP to Nancy Horn at 448-6544 or Kathy Finkenbinder at 204-7108.

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. Matthew 5:6

SNACK LIST FOR LEGACY…Thanks so much for signing up to bring snacks for Legacy! Please

provide for 40-50 people as you make preparations for helping with Legacy! Blessings, Chris

Oct. 12 * Vikki Mundy ~ Oct. 19 *Kim Stapp ~ Oct. 26 * Ruth Peine

Nov. 2 * Linda Miller ~ Nov. 9 * Marcia Spring ~ Nov. 16 *Lisa Modlin

~ Nov. 23 * Legacy Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner ~ Nov. 30 * Phyllis Adams

Dec. 7 * Morgan Hurt

HELPING 2 OVERCOME AT FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH on Sunday, October 12, 2014 at 6:00 pm.

Brian Arnond, is an ordained minister from Branson, Missouri, an evangelist, gospel singer, author,

songwriter and one handed keyboard player. Having lost his left leg at age 6 in a lawnmower

accident, and at age 26, hit by a semi-truck, left his left arm paralyzed, Brian through his ministry,

shares his testimony capturing the hearts of people, traveling all over the country – preaching, singing

and bringing a story of hope.

Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God. 1 Corinthians 10:31

EVERY OTHER TUESDAY NIGHT MEALS! Cathy Hoke says “Come on down and get in line” on

every other Tuesday evening. The date for the next meal is Tuesday, October 13 in the Fellowship

Hall. They will serve the meals from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.

“I will praise the LORD according to his righteousness;

and will sing praise to the name of the LORD most high.” Psalms 7:17

THE MONTHLY HYMN SELECTION COMMITTEE MEETING to select the

November Hymns will meet Thursday, October 16, at 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.

Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authority Titus 3:1

KNOW YOUR CANDIDATES As Christians living in an increasingly secular world, we know how

important it is to seek Christian representatives to hold public office. We will have a chance to meet

those who are running for office at an "open to the public forum" sponsored by the Garnett BPW,

Rotary and local Farm Bureau. The event will be held at the High School Thursday, October

16th beginning with a Meet and Greet session at 6:30 pm, followed by the actual forum at 7:00 pm. If

you would like a ride, call Marilyn (448-3452) or (448-6449). Refreshments will be served.

EVENTS

“The woman who walks with God will always reach her destination .”

LADIES BIBLE STUDIES

The Ladies Bible Study “Chase” chasing after the heart of God by Jennie Allen will begin

Saturday, October 18, 2014 beginning at 9:30 am in the Annex. All are invited to join this

study. We will meet every other Saturday.

The Ladies Bible Study “Stuck” the places we get stuck and the God who sets us free by

Jennie Allen will begin Saturday, October 25, 2014, beginning at 9:30 am in the Annex. All are

invited to join this study. We will meet every other Saturday.

Becky Allen will be the facilitator for both studies. If you have any questions, please contact

Becky Allen by phone or text at 785.448.4435

Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD. Psalm 27:14

CALLING ALL TEENS! We have an opportunity to uphold our dignity against the Nazarene Church!

On October 19th we will have our Sunday night legacy gathering at the Peine Pumpkin Patch from 5-

8pm. We will meet at FCC at 4:45pm and will plan to compete against the Nazarenes in a friendly

tournament of Gaga ball. There will be hotdogs, lots of fun, and seasonal milkshakes. Bring along a

little money for a shake if you would like one. Can't wait to see you there!! Blessings, Chris

Or the seven loaves for the four thousand, and how many basketfuls you gathered? Mark 8:20

EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOOD DISTRIBUTION will be held at the North Lake

Quonset Hut Building beginning at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 23. This is a first come, first served

basis and is in partnership with the First Baptist Church of Garnett.

Light the Night is fast approaching! Friday, October 31st from 6:00 p.m. ~ 8:00 p.m. Last year, we attracted between 1000 & 1200 people to our Light the Night with Christ Celebration!

This year Halloween falls on a Friday night which usually means an increase of people. I predict we

stay about the same due to the varsity football game in Burlington. We have a great responsibility in

our community to LIGHT THE NIGHT WITH JESUS in the midst of this rather dark holiday. This year

FCC staff asks that you keep this year exceptionally free from any DARKNESS in the trunk-er-treat

displays or in your costumes. I am excited to see who God brings to this event this year. I hope you

will join us for an outstanding time of fellowship, but also help us to make a non-verbal stand in saying

that Halloween doesn't have to be a dark place because Jesus reins above all darkness! As we grow

with this event I need people to sign up to decorate their trunk or truck bed! Please sign up soon so

we can plan well. Please also plan to eat with us! Gene and Gail Watson are going to provide a meal

for every person who wants to eat!

*Also please return the trophies from the winners of last year so I can add something to them for the

winners of this year.

Please support this event by: 1. Decorating a trunk for the trunk-er-treat portion of the event. 2.

Donate Candy! 3. Help in the kitchen to support the meal, distribute candy & serve Hot Chocolate 4.

Sit at the introduction table and give out glow in the dark cups as a symbol of Jesus to our students.

God Bless you and Thanks for your support! Chris Goetz

Mark your calendars…put on your costumes ~

Bring your treat bags and come down and join

“The Light of Christ” on Halloween!

You won’t want to miss it!

LIFE CHAIN THANKS YOU The first annual Anderson County Life Chain was held

last Sunday afternoon between 2:00 ~ 3:00 pm. Twenty two participants stood

on the East side of Hwy 59 holding up their signs while they prayed for our

country and for the end of abortion. There were 5 people from FCC who

participated. I believe that we were successful in witnessing to our community

that life is a precious gift from God. We got lots of positive feedback from

motorists with their honks and waves and thumbs up! It made our hearts rejoice!

Thank you for your prayers and may you prayerfully consider joining us next

year as we stand for LIFE! Mary Hamilton

THANK YOU FROM THE PASTORING COMMITTEE Thank you to everyone who

helped make such a wonderful weekend at the North Lake. Even though it

started cold and windy the fellowship, cookout, seeing everyone there and the

Worship service by Gary Benjamin had a heartwarming effect. The talent show

was fun and it was great seeing so many children eager to participate. We

certainly have a talented, gifted and generous church family. Ron Jenkins

Chairman of the Pastoring Committee

PASTOR APPRECIATION MONTH

On behalf of the Pastoring Committee we want to remind the

congregation that October is Pastor Appreciation Month. This is

a good opportunity to let our Pastors and their wives know how

much we appreciate them; Darrel and Michal, Chris & Natasha

and Gary & Linda (retired?). They do give so much in serving

the Lord (and us) here at FCC. We are blessed and we thank

God for each of them. Ron & Darlene Jenkins

CRAFTERS RAFFLING QUILT Have you seen the latest quilt being offered for

raffle made by our own Christian Crafters? It is filled with spring flowers and is

on display at the church. Tickets can be purchased by contacting a Crafters'

member, thru the church office or from Marilyn (448-3452 or 448-6449). They

are $1.00 per ticket or 6 tickets for $5.00. The quilt measures 63 by 39 inches.

We'll have the drawing at the Thanksgiving dinner Nov. 19th. You need NOT be

present to win. Proceeds will go to the building fund.

OUT OF THE OFFICE…The Church Secretary will be out of the office the week

of October 20th thru October 23

rd. Please note that the “Christian Visitor” and the

“Prayer Warrior” will not be printed that week. The church office will remain

open in the mornings from 8am to 12:00 pm. In case of emergency please

contact Pastor Darrel at 316.841.3090 or Chris at 503.474.7965.

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WEEKLY AT FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH

MONDAYS

~ Men’s Fellowship ~ They meet in the Annex on Monday mornings at 7:00 a.m. for about an hour. This

class is led by Jason Mills. They have a time of prayer and short devotion then have a time of good

fellowship. Jason encourages any of you guys to be a part of this Monday morning and he will have a

pot of coffee on!

TUESDAYS

~ Capital Campaign Committee ~ They meet at 9:00 a.m. in the “Overcomers” Sunday School Room

~ Christian Crafters ~ Do you like to embroidery, sew or quilt? Our Christian Crafters would love to

have you join us on Tuesday mornings from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Come find out what all that noise from

the Annex is all about!

~ Tuesday Night Prayer Group is led by Pastor Darrel and meets at 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall in a

Bible study type-setting and to offer intercessory prayers for those listed on "the flap." We include all

family, church family and friends who need prayers for healing, as well as offering praises as we see

God's handiwork in our lives.

WEDNESDAYS

~ Church Staff Meeting at 9:00 a.m. This is a weekly meeting of the Staff where they discuss current

events of the church.

~ Ladies Prayer Force meets Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. at the Annex. We offer special prayers for our

country and the world, much needed in these times of such unrest. Come join us!

~ Choir Practice meets weekly in the Sanctuary at 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAYS – OFFICE IS CLOSED

SATURDAYS

~ Men’s Breakfast & Devotions ~ This Men’s Fellowship meets every Saturday morning at 7:00 a.m. in

the Fellowship Hall for breakfast and a short devotional and prayer time. If you are interested you are

more than welcome to come by and check them out!

WORSHIP SERVICES FOR NURSING HOMES: Sunday, November 23 is the time scheduled for FCC to be

in charge of the Worship Services at our local nursing homes. Please mark your calendars and consider

joining us as we share our Christian friendship with those who have given so much to us.

SCHEDULE: Guest Homes at 2:30 pm, Long Term Care at 3:15 pm

& Golden Heights at 4:00 pm

Daylight Savings

Time Ends at

2:00 a.m. on

Sunday

November 2

2014

Tuesday, November 11

November 19, 2014 All Church Thanksgiving Supper