614 488.0681 FCchurch.com November 1 - 30, 2011 Vol. 57 No. 11

3rd QuarterFinancial Report

Page 5

HeritageMembers

Page 9 Page 2

Spiritual Searcher

Heeding the Call

Heart to Heart Marks 25 Years

Story and Photos by Michael Barber

Any person who views Heart to Heart as a food pantry is missing the bigger picture. It’s so much more.

The service that began as a way to transport senior citizens to their doctor’s appointments has continually evolved over 25 years to become a source of nourishment for body and soul alike.

Comprised of volunteers and staff lead by coordinator Angie Weber, Heart to Heart helps families in need by providing food, financial assistance, job placement services and when needed, sound spiritual advice.

“I love hugging the people that come to us for help, letting them know someone cares for them,” Angie said. “Just last week, three people came in crying. I spent time with them talking about their

Celebrating Our 40-Year MembersHeritage Sunday, celebrated November 20 this year, is a day when we are reminded how our longtime members have blessed the church. We will celebrate those who have been members 40 years or more.

This year we add 25 members to this place of honor, joining the 517 current members. Please join us on this

special day and thank these individuals for their gifts shared, financial support and dedication. If you have been a church member for 40 years or more and do not receive an invitation by November 7, contact Paula Russell, Director of Membership, at 614 488.0681 or prussell@FCchurch.com.

situations. I got them to a point where they could feel good again.”

The group takes their brand of kindness and hope to the streets every Wednesday carrying food, propane grills and long tables to three locations where they

prepare and serve hot meals for their “buddies”, members of the homeless community. “Our meal starts with a voluntary prayer circle.” Angie said. “We’re just out there to show them that we love them.”

(continued on page 17)

Heart to Heart "buddies" join hands for a prayer before enjoying a hot meal served by Ray Bostic and Angie Weber on Columbus' west side.

2 November 1-30, 2011

firstnews ArticlesInclude the date, contact person’s name, phone number and/or e-mail address with all submissions. Submit to: email - news@FCchurch.com fax - 614 488.2763 phone - 614 488.0681We reserve the right to edit all submissions.Upcoming deadline is 12 pm, Tuesday, Nov. 15 for the issue dated December 1-31.

The following deadline is Tuesday, Dec. 20.

firstnews is a communications mission of First Community Church, published for church members and the community to share insights, educate, and inform.

Interim Editor: Michael Barber Graphic Design: Tabitha McCleery

Contributors: Carol Baker, Virginia Barney, Paul Baumer, Sally Beske, Jackie Cherry, Tom Corroto, Dawn Costin, Nancy Dunn, Jill Eliot, Andy Frick, David Hett, Mona Hett, Don Jameson, Pam Jameson, Ron Jenkins, Natalia Jones, Sarah Kientz, Deborah Lindsay, Patti Link, James Long, Judith Lyons, Bobbi Mueller, Missy Obergefell, Randy Rocke, Paula Russell, Kate Shaner, Cara Shary, Robin Taylor, Sandy Turner, Scott Walker, Angie Weber, Richard Wing, Donice Wooster, Amy Yore, Lois Zook

First Community Church firstnews (USPS 196-300) is published monthly by First Community Church, 1320 Cambridge Boulevard, Columbus, OH 43212-3200. Periodicals postage paid at Columbus, Ohio. Subscription rates — U.S. First Community members - $1/year; non-pledging members and non-members - $25/year. Canadian or foreign subscriptions must be paid in U.S. dollars. For non-U.S. rates, call the firstnews office. Postmaster: Send address changes to First Community Church, 1320 Cambridge Boulevard, Columbus, OH 43212-3200.

Fall Spiritual Searcher November 18 & 19Prof. Chris Bache to DescribeHuman Spiritual Evolution By Rev. David Hett

In a time of apocalyptic “end-of-the-world” scenarios, professor of religious studies Christopher Bache presents a description of how our current planetary crisis presages the potential for a great species-wide transformation in the human soul.

His weekend Spiritual Searcher presentation on November 18 and 19, The Birth of the Diamond Soul, uses the findings of research on mystical experiences, near-death experiences, psychedelic studies and new research in reincarnation, along with his personal spiritual work and classroom

experience at Youngstown State University, to paint a picture of our own soul’s interconnection with past, present and even future through our oneness with a larger, transpersonal field that we might call the Divine Mind.

I’ve been reading through his work, and I think you will find his research insightful and even surprising in a way that will expand your own thinking, as it has mine. I also appreciate how Chris’ work translates Brian Swimme’s cosmological understandings to the work of spiritual development, both individually and globally.

In this way, his work reminds me of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin’s concept, “the Omega point.” Teilhard aimed at a metaphysic of organic human evolution, holding that it was a process converging toward a final unity with God. Chris Bache understands that something deeply significant is happening inside of the universe we already live within that is affecting our own spiritual growth.

Significantly, his work presents a refreshing and compassionate perspective on the problem of suffering. For instance, he writes in Dark Night, Early Dawn: Steps to a Deep Ecology of Mind, “As long as human suffering is approached simply on an individual basis and not viewed collectively as part of the larger drama of the spiritual development of our species, we will fail to grasp the deeper story of humanity’s struggle against its evolutionary limits taking place inside our very lives.”

Chris Bache presents a large vision that is compassionate as well as intelligent, and I invite you to come with questioning minds as you experience an excellent teacher and religious theorist.

Chris’ Keynote Lecture on Rethinking Reincarnation will be in Grace Hall, North Campus, Friday, November 18, 7 pm - 8:30 pm. Dr. Bache tells me that this material paves the way for his workshop on Saturday, November 19 from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm, The Birth of the Diamond Soul in History. Church member fees for this fascinating speaker are $75 for the weekend with preregistration ($20 for Friday and $60 Saturday purchased separately) with slightly larger fees for non-members.More information about our Fall Spiritual Searcher presentation by Dr. Christopher Bache is available at the church website, including registration and fee information. You may also contact Natalia in the Spiritual Searcher Office at njones@FCchurch.com or 614 488.0681, ext 113, for more information.

November 1-30, 2011 3

Watch First EditionFirst Edition features the previous week’s

service on ONN and WBNS 10.2 via digital outlets on Sundays at 9 am.

For online

Broadcast/Live Streamgo to www.FCchurch.com.

–– The Reverend Dr. Richard A. Wing, Senior Minister

Soundings

Dr. Wing is preparing the following sermons:

November 621st Sunday after Pentecost

Five Lanterns at SundownMatt. 25:1-13

November 1322nd Sunday after Pentecost

Future InvestmentsMatt. 25:14-30/I Thess. 5:1-11

November 20Christ the King

InasmuchMatt. 25:31-46

November 27First Sunday in Advent

Stops on the Way to BethlehemPart 1 – Yearning

Mark 13:24-37/Isaiah 64:1-9

Looking Ahead

Andy Rooney Quit Too Soon

I miss him already. Andy Rooney. His delightful whining about everything. At a food marketing gathering Andy noted the sign: “fresh frozen orange juice.” He asked the guy behind the counter, “Well, is it fresh or is it frozen?” The guy looked bewildered. I guess we have become used to such contradictions in advertising.

I remember Andy talking about faucet knobs. “They should all be the same…” Andy said.

Then he showed some fancy knobs that none of us can figure out in upscale restaurants. I have stared with wonder at a few myself.

If Andy Rooney were on television this week, I’m sure he would be talking about the State of Ohio and the Dispatch headline: “GUNS IN BARS OK AS OF TODAY (Some say no-alcohol rule will be tough to enforce).” Duh! No lie?

Please hear Andy Rooney’s whining voice when I say: “Now let me get this straight: Ohio rapidly put through the House and Senate, and then signed by the Governor, a bill that allows people to carry guns into a bar as long as they don’t drink, but there is no one there to enforce that law.”

A restaurant owner said, “The law says they can’t consume alcohol, but will that person be honest and play by the rules and not have a drop of alcohol when they have a gun on them?”

I grew up on fantastic cowboy movies. Every one of the movies had a bar. Every bar had guys with guns. Everyone drank. Disagreements arose, normally over a woman. Someone always died. Get any cowboy movie, old or new. You’ll see.

One proponent said, “This legislation is to protect people who already obey the law.” I say, then please tell me why I have always felt safe in a restaurant that has a bar until now that we will let people belly up to the bar with a gun and expect them to drink cranberry juice with no one checking to see if it has vodka in it?

Andy would say: “This is stupid.” And I would agree. And if there is anyone, anywhere that can make any sense out of this stupidity, please write me immediately. I obviously need your help.

Peace to you,And hopefully when going out to eat,

In the AirA TestimonialOctober 4, 2011

Dear Dr. Wing:

About ten years ago, I sent you “greetings from Marietta, Ohio,” and told you how much First Edition meant to me. I have been watching you ever since. I have visited the church library on a couple of occasions and purchased some of your books and CD’s. I asked you to recommend a list of 10 books as I began my journey. I have read all of them at least once. Those books, your sermons, and firstnews, have led me to many other books and resources that have been invaluable on my journey. First Edition has been with me every step of the way. When I wrote to you the first time, I shared that I was afraid to pray and that in one of your messages, you spoke of the things God does not care about and the one thing He does – a personal relationship. I prayed that day and have found comfort in Him ever since. I would very much like to meet you some day Dr. Wing. You and First Edition light the way for me.

Thank you,Linda Ellis

4 November 1-30, 2011

First Community Foundation GiftsIn Honor of: Missy Obergefell Guild Group XPaula Russell Guild Group YArt Shepard’s 100th Birthday John Boggs

In Memory of: John Emery Bill MorrisJim Willit Julie Jones

The Foundation Corner

–– Donald Jameson, Director of Foundation Development

First Community Church GiftsEarly Childhood Scholarship FundIn Memory of:The Father of Amy McConnell Carl & Linda Nelson

Friends of Adult EducationIn Memory of:Katy Levis Pete & Pidge Diehl

Friends of Akita FundIn Memory of:Sally Pape Guild Group QJim Willit David & Karyl Hanhilammi Ann Knodt Jane Smith Robert & Christine Tarpey Thomas Law Group Marjean Willett

Heart to HeartIn Honor of:Angie Weber speaking at our meeting Guild Group 7

Friends of MusicIn Honor of:Jim & Ruth Decker Sandra & Gary Wegenke

World Neighbors Coutney Eisel J. Thomas and Kathleen M. JonesIn Honor of:Vince Collins and Kay Taylor Charles Vachris and Judy LongIn Memory of:Bill and Barbara Rish Sherry KovochBarbara Bogan Fred HensleyMarge and Frank Smith Carol and Mark AllaireDavid Yoder Judy YoderSteve Guthrie Molly GlaserMr. and Mrs. Harry RasmussenDr. and Mrs. Gerald Jackson Cindy and Steve RasmussenJoseph Mrochek Sr. Mrochek FamilyRoy Burkhart Pete and Pidge DiehlIn Celebration of:Danita Wolfe Buck and Nancy Byrne

They Provided For Our Future

The Foundation is saying “yes” this year to the Church for more than $350,000 in grant requests. We are glad we can provide that assistance. We can do so because some of our church members in the past decided they wanted to provide financial support for the church they loved not just when they were here to enjoy its benefits, but after they were gone. The Church’s future was important to them.

A few of those folks who are not with us anymore, but whose generosity is affecting us today are: Bob and Phyllis Murphy Ralph and Mary Johansmann Dick McNeal Bob and Mary Jane McCormick Ken and Marty Fishel Margie Passon Louise Wolfe Myers Bill Pickering Kent Brandt We hope as you make your estate plans that you will include First Community Foundation in your will. It can make all the difference to the future of First Community Church. I have no idea at this point what my estate will be but including First Community Foundation in my will for 10% of whatever the amount was simple, inexpensive and made me feel very good.

If you would like information on the various ways you might leave a legacy, and perhaps even help your current financial situation, we will be pleased to hear from you. My office will very soon be relocated to a new space next to the South Campus switchboard. Please stop in and say “hello” when you are in the building.

Sharing the Gift of LifeThis November 11-13, faith communities across the nation will come together to share the importance of registering as an organ, eye and tissue donor. National Donor Sabbath is a perfect opportunity to educate congregations about this need.

More than 112,000 Americans are waiting for a life-saving organ transplant, •more than 3,400 of them are Ohioans.18 men, women and children die each day in the U.S. because the necessary •organs were not available. Statistically, that is one Ohioan every other day who loses their life because a life-saving organ transplant did not come in time.A single donor can save the lives of up to 8 people and heal up to 50 more by •donating vital organs and tissue.

Members of First Community Church have been donors and others have been recipients. Consider giving the gift of life by registering to be an organ donor. Designate your decision on your driver’s license or visit organdonor.gov or call 1 866 993.6628. For more information visit lifelineofohio.org or call 800 525.5667.

November 1-30, 2011 5

3rd Quarter 2011Finance Report

It has been challenging over the past three years to meet the necessary financial commitment that sustains the programs of our church that continue to nurture many lives.

As of September 30 our budget was negative by $54,649. Revenue has fallen short by $109,636. In response expenses have been reduced by $54,987.

Revenue:We received significantly less from the mid-year ask.•Akita summer campers were budgeted for 1500 and •actual enrollment was 1404.Media financial support has been less than budgeted.•

–– Cindy Harsany, Director of Finance and Personnel

Expenses:Program salary and benefits to date have been reduced •by $15,203Akita in response to lower enrollment reduced expenses •by $21,000Program areas have continued to reduce expenses•

As we finish this year, we are hoping all pledges can be fulfilled and would appreciate any additional financial support to balance our budget. We would like to thank those who have increased their giving this year and those who have given gifts, large and small. We will continue to watch our spending as we move forward, saving where we can and being faithful stewards of your contributions.

Budgeted Financial Statement for September 30, 2011 Summary Statement of Activity DESCRIPTION ANNUAL BUDGET YTD BUDGET YTD ACTUAL VAR$ BUDGET % REVENUE Gross Regular Pledges $ 2,070,000 $ 1,558,000 $ 1,557,638 $ (362) 75%Less: Unpaid Regular Pledges (61,710) (6,500) - 6,500 0%Net Regular Pledges 2,008,290 1,551,500 1,557,638 6,138 78% New Member Pledges 27,000 19,000 18,578 (423) 69%Prior Year Payments 10,000 10,000 7,725 (2,275) 77%Total Pledge Revenue 2,045,290 1,580,500 1,583,940 3,440 77% Sanctuary Offerings 106,000 65,900 64,570 (1,330) 61%Fee Supported Ministries 1,627,173 1,318,565 1,253,832 (64,733) 77%Education Ministries 44,485 20,145 16,457 (3,688) 37% Facilities & Administration 2,100 1,575 1,448 (127) 69% Other Ministries 203,865 106,515 95,954 (10,561) 47% Foundation Annual Gift 58,000 58,000 50,000 (8,000) 86%Supplemental Gift 43,000 10,550 6,720 (3,830) 16%Other Revenue 92,600 76,450 55,642 (20,808) 60%Grand Total Revenue 4,222,513 3,238,200 3,128,564 (109,636) 74% EXPENSES Fee Supported Ministries 1,390,595 1,109,571 1,056,353 (53,217) 76%Education Ministries 69,917 46,629 39,396 (7,233) 56%Facilities & Administration 816,346 644,713 642,197 (2,516) 79%Other Ministries 449,363 318,930 342,113 23,183 76% Program Salaries & Benefits 1,496,292 1,120,955 1,105,752 (15,203) 74%Grant Total Expenses 4,222,513 3,240,798 3,185,811 (54,987) 75% Net Revenue & Expenses $ - $ (2,598) $ (57,247) $ 54,649

6 November 1-30, 2011

Take Heart

–– The Reverend Ms. Deborah Countiss Lindsay, Minister of Spiritual CareHow Not to Worry

I got your attention with that title, didn’t I? Actually, I’m not sure anyone can get through life without worrying at all; worry is part of being human. At the same time, worry can really get in the way of enjoying life – worry itself can become something to worry about!

Many people come to my office seeking freedom from the worries that distract them during the day and keep them up at night. We worry about money, family, health, the state of the environment, our country and our world. Not

all worry is unproductive; when you come home and the door you locked is now ajar, that’s something to pay attention to, as are worrisome physical symptoms, car warning lights and tornado sirens.

In her book The Worrywart’s Companion, Dr. Beverly Potter says one of the greatest tools for combating worry is flexible thinking. Here’s how it works: when you find yourself fretting, stewing, ruminating, agonizing or losing sleep over a problem, be sure to use more than one style of thinking about it. Here are questions to ask yourself:

What are the facts? (Objective thinking)What am I feeling? (Emotional thinking)What’s working? (Supportive thinking)What’s possible here? (Possibility thinking)What’s wrong here? (Critical thinking)What’s the next step? (Strategic thinking)

Dr. Potter, a counselor and corporate trainer, says worriers immediately go to question number five, What’s wrong here? and they tend to get stuck. Using all six styles of thinking helps you to see a situation from lots of different perspectives.

Jesus was a flexible thinker of the highest order. He used different approaches for different people and different situations. Yet when all was said and done, his message about worry was simple and universal, “Fear not, for I am with you.” Those just might be the most important words in the entire Bible.

Charlie Nichols to Volunteer in India By Sandy Wood

Charlie Nichols will stay in Puné, India for an extra month after the First Community Church tour group leaves this coming January.

Charlie will volunteer to help Neela Onawale at Deep Griha Society. Neela recently visited First Community for more than a week in September. Rev. Deborah Lindsay will lead the 2012 tour group as “Spiritual Director” during their stay at Deep Griha. Charlie remembers when Neela and Bhaskar Onawale first visited First Community as Missionaries in Reverse in 1973.

He has dreamed of volunteering ever since they returned to India to start Deep Griha in 1975.

Deep Griha Society is a medical clinic and social service organization which serves more than 100,000 of the poorest of the poor in the slums of Puné. The organization also serves rural areas around Puné.

In addition to his interest in helping Deep Griha, Charlie leads First Community Church's Refugee Task Force.

He serves as the primary contact person between the task force and Columbus refugees from all over the world. Currently, more than 300 refugees from from Nepal, Bhutan and Burma (Myanmar) are being helped by the church.

November 1-30, 2011 7

November Daily ReadingsThese Bible readings are from the Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings. In general, readings on Thursday, Friday and Saturday are selected to prepare for the Sunday reading; readings on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday are selected to reflect the Sunday lectionary.

1 Joshua 6:1-16, 20 Acts 13:1-12 2 Joshua 10:12-14 Matthew 15:1-9 3 Joshua 5:10-12 Revelation 8:6—9:12 4 Joshua 8:30-35 Revelation 9:13-21 5 Joshua 20:1-9 Matthew 21:1-14 6 (Sunday) Joshua 24:1-3a, 14-24 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Psalm 78:1-7 Matthew 25:1-13 7 Joshua 24:25-33 1 Corinthians 14:20-25 8 Nehemiah 8:1-12 1 Thessalonians 3:6-13 9 Jeremiah 31:31-34 Matthew 24:29-35 10 Judges 2:6-15 Revelation 16:1-7 11 Judges 2:16-23 Revelation 16:8-21 12 Judges 5:1-12 Matthew 12:43-45 13 (Sunday) Judges 4:1-7 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 Psalm 123 Matthew 25:14-30 14 Judges 4:8-24 Romans 2:1-11 15 Exodus 2:1-10 1 Thessalonians 5:12-18 16 Esther 7:1-10 Matthew 24:45-51 17 Genesis 48:15-22 Revelation 14:1-11 18 Isaiah 40:1-11 Revelation 22:1-9 19 Ezekiel 34:25-31 Matthew 12:46-50 20 (Sunday) Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24 Ephesians 1:15-23 Psalm 100 Matthew 25:31-46 21 Numbers 27:15-23 2 Timothy 2:8-13 22 Zechariah 11:4-17 Revelation 19:1-9 23 Jeremiah 31:10-14 John 5:19-40 24 Zechariah 13:1-9 Revelation 14:6-13 25 Zechariah 14:1-9 1 Thessalonians 4:1-18 26 Micah 2:1-13 Matthew 24:15-31 27 (Sunday) Isaiah 64:1-9 1 Corinthians 1:3-9 Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19 Mark 13:24-37 28 Micah 4:1-5 Revelation 15:1-8 29 Micah 4:6-13 Revelation 18:1-10 30 Micah 5:1-5a Luke 21:34-38

Advent by CandlelightTuesday, December 13, 7 pmNorth Campus, Grace Hall

Find a time of peace during the holiday rush by attending a candlelight service that centers on the hopeful anticipation and quiet preparation of the Advent season.

Advent by Candlelight will include Taizé singing, a meditative form of group worship that speaks to the heart. This is a perfect opportunity for all ages to learn about Taizé. The service will include a story and simple prayers. Grace Hall will be filled with candlelight. Bells will welcome you. This is a service for all and an opportunity to share the true spirit of the season by inviting friends and neighbors. A freewill offering will be taken.

Christmas MusicalSunday, December 49:15 and 10:25 amNorth Campus

The big star that is to shine over the manager in Bethlehem is broken! Its light has gone out. Principal actors Josh Wydick, Ellie Hasan, Noah Deems and Chandler Freeman will join the Cherub Choir, Junior Choir, Middle School Vocal Ensemble and Youth Bell Choirs 1 and 2 to bring back the light to this broken star. Join us on the path to restoration and healing as we continue the season of Advent with this new musical by Youth Choir Director Sally Beske.

Coats & Blankets For RefugeesThe Refugee Task Force is asking members to donate their old winter coats, blankets, hats, scarves, gloves and children’s boots for refugees from Myanmar and Nepal, who are arriving in Columbus just as the cold weather begins.

We had an amazing response last year and hope to do the same this year. Donation boxes are located at both campuses.

Please bring contributions to the coatroom cupboard at South Campus or the box marked “Refugee Donations” in the Rose Wing at North Campus. Contact Charlie Nichols at 614 486.1769, or Robin Taylor at 614 488.0681 ext 235 or rtaylor@FCchurch.com.

8 November 1-30, 2011

Stewardship Corner

–– The Reverend Mr. Paul E. Baumer, Minister of Stewardship

Follow us on

Stay in the loop on all the latest events and news at First Community Church.

facebook.com/firstcommunitychurch

Some Giving RemindersIf you haven’t already done so, please send or bring your pledge card for 2012 to the church as soon as possible. You may also pledge online at Giving.FCchurch.com.

We are able to construct our 2012 budget if we know what we may anticipate for income. Your help is appreciated.

Our church budget is a plan, as your pledge is a plan. Both can be adjusted according to events along the way, but it’s good to have an excellent starting point.

Additionally, if you have past 70 years of age and have retirement assets which might be used to meet your church pledge or provide additional income to the church or Foundation, you have an opportunity open to you through the end of this year. You can roll over your IRA to a charitable cause and give up to $100,000.00 without being charged income tax for the distribution.

The gift will count toward your required minimum distribution, though it can’t also be a charitable deduction.

To participate or request additional information, call our business office or the First Community Foundation at 614 488.0681.

Thanksgiving

One can’t be a steward and not rejoice in the holiday of Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is what it’s all about. Well, not our national holiday per se. Read the honest histories of the Pilgrim/Puritan first Thanksgiving and you’ll know it happened courtesy of the Native Americans, otherwise it would have been a bit of a slim feast. And any thanks to the Native Americans was short lived.

Be that as it may, for those of us in the Jewish-Christian tradition, thanksgiving is a foundation of our faith and certainly of our worship. The

interesting thing is that the root Hebrew word for thanksgiving can be translated as either “thanksgiving” or “praise.” That praise and thanksgiving is often accompanied by a “thank offering.” A gift is made to God in thanks for all that God has given to the believer. The gift could be something tangible, in early Jewish worship, a harvest sacrifice; or it could be an action of service to others which shares God’s love and care.

As Jewish theology developed, to offer thanks was to offer a blessing and receive a blessing. A blessing was something tangible that was experienced or received because the faithful person “stands near to God.”

As Christian theology developed, to offer thanks to God was all of the above plus taking part in the most sacred portion of Christian worship, the Eucharist, the thanksgiving—You and I know it simply as Holy Communion. In sharing the bread, we give thanks for the gift of Jesus Christ. In sharing the cup, we affirm our covenant with God to take the message of Jesus into the world.

All of which is to say that when you worship and when you give and when you serve others and thus share God’s love and care, you are living Thanksgiving. Enjoy.

Giving to Missions is EasyHelping others is easier now that we have our online giving site, and the need is greater than ever. Go to Giving.FCchurch.com and click on the Missions tab to buy Giant Eagle grocery cards or to give to one of the many missions. You can then use your Giant Eagle cards to buy canned goods for our food drive. Please visit our webpage to see how you can give and help others.

For more information, contact Robin Taylor at 614 488.0681 ext 235 or rtaylor@FCchurch.com.

November 1-30, 2011 9

1931Marjorie Sayers

1935Priscilla D’Angelo Jane Davis Joan JacksonAnne S. MasonIsabel McCoy Evelyn & Charles “Jeff” McKitrick Martin Peter Sayers

1937Nelson FrenchJohn HartwellBeulah “Bee” Nofer Richard PickettLyle Shover

1938Patricia GatschFrances “Tanny” GustafsonBill Seibert

1939John Schmidt

1940Thomas HawkJane Kaiser

1941Charlotte AckersMary Lou BurtNorman Gatsch, Jr.Robert Gutches

1942Jean Brandt Thomas ChidesterJames DavisBetty & Thomas Frye Louise & Robert HoagMargaret WoodDiane Zane

1943Diana ArthurHerbert BrownMarilyn HerboltzheimerBarbara Hudson Barbara LeighnerKatie Mac EwanAnn Rarey Anne Powell RileyJoAnn Stevens Tamea Sutphen Richard Tice

1944Carolyn FreemanDorothy Maurer

Bette MillhonShirley OdebrechtConnie Patridge Sarah Reid Elaine F. Smith Paul SmithJames Wiggins, Jr.

1945Nanette BradleyKaren BrightEarl Owen DunMarilyn Kellough Jane Smith William Verwohlt

1946Marlese Rouda Nancy Snyder

1947Jackie Cherry Peter H. EdwardsPatricia KrummSarah PattonNancy Pickett

1948Mary & Charles Edmonds Mary EvansBarbara Gardiner Eloise HaysPatricia Ison Frances Lakin June Palmer

1949Dorothy Baker Howard BullockFred CampbellDaisy ClarkeSusan KnellDavid P. Miller Dorothy Peppe Putnam S. PiermanRuth Riegel Arthur ShepardDavid B. SmithBetty Woolpert

1950Jeanne Blair Loann Crane Sherwood FawcettPaul GatschKate HaddoxNancy Heath Nancy HolzaepfelEileen & John Kern Norbert KniesMartha “Bea” MohlWanda RiceThomas Turner

Heritage MembersHistory of Heritage Sunday by Jackie Cherry

Nancy Heath recalls that, when she assumed the newly created post of Director of Older Persons Ministry in February 1973, plans were already underway to honor the 156 members of First Community Church who had joined in 1932 or before.

The church staff had agreed that it was important to demonstrate to our members of long standing that they were valued as individuals as well as for their contribution to the life of our congregation throughout their many years of membership.

Plans for the special recognition of forty-year members during the 11am worship service on February 25, 1973, were outlined in that week’s edition of First Community News. The hand bell choir from First Community Village would play the prelude, Dr. Arthur Sanders, Director of Pastoral Services, was responsible for the prayers of the congregation and Peggy Andrus would deliver the opening prayer. Peggy’s recollections of the role the church had played in her life since her first day in Sunday School as a third-grader were to be published in three consecutive issues of the church paper. A reception in Brownlee Hall was to follow the service.

Heritage Sunday was moved to November in 1974 and has been observed annually ever since. Invitations are mailed to everyone who has been a member forty or more years.

Photos, scrapbooks and other memorabilia were often displayed in the library. Some people came to church for that occasion who did not attend any other Sunday of the year, but this was an occasion to visit with old friends. For a long time now, the list has included more than 500 members, an amazing number in today’s mobile society and a testament to the importance of First Community Church in our community and in the lives of our members.

A number of archival materials will again be on display in the Library of South Campus after the 11 am service in celebration of this year’s Heritage Sunday, November 20.

10 November 1-30, 2011

Jean Verwohlt Dirken Voelker

1951Marjorie & Robert Bohl Kathryn Bradford Kay Graf Robert HudsonMarie JerencsikMary Jane KayesBeverly MuhlenhauptLoa Ott Jane SetterlinRichard SimsBarbara Sipp Richard Turner Diane Caskey Vaughan

1952Marilyn Boardman Bette Dugger William GosnellLoralee & William Henry Martha Holladay Richard IsonSarah KauffmanJessica Smith Lyons Bettenell Miller Marion SchackneMargaret SchorrVirginia Sutermaster Richard Wagner

1953Bette Jeanne BrethBarbara Emery Esther Evans Martha Fawcett Rebecca Grogan Julia Haager

In 1971 when our current class of honorees joined the church, these things were happening in the life of our congregation:

• Robert Crane elected Governing Board Chairman• New team approach planned for youth ministry• Experiment in Practical Christianity and Christian Living for Harried Housewives

introduced as Christian Ed courses• Dr. Otis Maxfield returned to celebrate the 10th anniversary of First Community Village• Special worship service planned around the words and music from Jesus Christ,

Superstar• Outdoor worship service held on Pentecost at Reed and Mountview Roads followed by

a picnic• Plans outlined for Project Amigos V fact-finding trip to Columbia• Fees for a week at Akita ranged between $42 and $47• Second Annual Folk Festival held at Akita• Goal of Operating Funds Challenge Budget was $762,800• Support of Hunger Task Force was major new mission project• Senator William Saxbe scheduled as speaker

Heritage Members (continued)

Virginia Hall James HamiltonJeanne & Herbert Johnston Ann KnodtThomas LaffertyPaul LohrmanJean Lombard James OlsenMarcella Robertson Eleanor SchooleyJean Trabue TefftRobert Wandel

1954Miriam ClarkJohn D. DickersonWilliam EwingMerry Hamilton Louise Kafer Christine KochsSally Kriska Jack McLainMarjorie MeeseWalter MenendianLynda Paul Lois Smith Sarah Smith Barbara Tschanen

1955Doris BeymerJames BieberHelen & Robert Clouse Dorothy Cowles Linda CumminsEleanor DeisNancy Ewing Elizabeth GalbreathSuellen Harpham Mary Helen Hopkins

Susan HuhtaMary James Jeannette KuyperElsie McCall Peter McClellandThomas Norman Paul Peterson, Jr.Margaret “Monnie” Postle Jenny Lou RenkertWilliam SellConrad ShislerPatricia Shuter Margaret Wagner Bonnie Bell WebbRoberta Will Jeanette Zupancic

1956 Steve AbbotBarbara L. AdamsLinda BarryBarbara Brehmer Marjorie BrownEmily Chidester Miriam CoolDick Foster John Gardner Gloria Hartwell Mary Jane Howell Diane Keeler Stephen KelloughMildred Patten Lighthill Bruce LynnJanet McCutcheonTerry McGuirePatricia Mielke Esther Newell Robert PatridgeJanet Philips James Rook

Charlotte Boyd Search Helen St. CyrJames Turner

1957 Mary Jean Bradley Mary Jane BrightBeverly Brown Kathryn Emrick Louesa FosterRuth & Robert Gardner Patti HeintzelmanRonald JohnsonMary Larue George NewellSally Norris Thomas ParkerMartha Poland John RareyRichard SandsRalph Setterlin, Jr.Miriam ShookJoseph Yearling, Jr.

1958Sherry Barger Millard “Buck” ByrneWanda DunbarDorothy DurhamSuzanne Edwards Mary & Richard Farr Janice GarrettJoan HattenChester Hawley, Jr.Janet JonesFred KohlDella & Alvin Lawrence Saundra & Wilbur Lawrence Ruth Pace Marjorie PiferThomas “TJ” Riley John ShuterJean Stine Jane StoneGlen TamplinMary & James Thomas Muriel Tice

1959John BoggsCraig CottinghamJo Elise “Jodie” Davis Margaret “Peggy” Day Betty & Robert Decker Carol DoylePamela DoyleJane Ellis Virginia GordonSusan Heebink Kathryn Heinzerling Alene Hinshaw Judith Holcomb

November 1-30, 2011 11

Beverlee Houseman Judith Isaac Helen KunzeBob Mahan Maxine MeagherJoan MitchellBetty O’Neill Eleanor & Robert Rauch William RhoadesViolet Sanders Norma Shilliday SimsHazel SmithBette & Lee SolisRuth & Frederick Staub Susan Taylor

1960Mark BuchsiebJean CookPamela CowlesSallie Davis Bethge James DeckerNancy Donaldson Claire Esmond Donna & Don Gepfert LoRayne GillBarbara Hack Mary & Robert Hurst Martha JohnsonViolet JordanNancy & Ronald LongRuth McNeal Amelia “Midge” Muhlbach Charles NicholsJohn “Buck” PattonRobert Raney Dana Reynolds, Jr. Cheryl Rickert Harold StevensMartha & Ned Timmons Fred TruxallDon TschanenBob WhiteJerry WilliamsRichard D. Wood

1961Barbara M. AdamsJohn BishopBiddie ClarkAnne & Rolland King Martha Kohr Rachael LedinghamKathleen Raney

1962Roger & Nancy Baker Guthery “Gus” CrimThomas DenuneCarol Ann DonesNancy Edwards Virginia FrickJoan Hein

Freda & Frederic HuntJames Hutchins IIIBrian KriskaJohn MitchellLinda & George NorrisJoseph Ray IIIMary Janice SawyerGloria TurnerAnn Wilson

1963Bob BrewerRuth CloseRobert Cummins, Sr.Sandra DeedsDorothy DeemsNancy GastonSusan HeslerJean MarshallSherlyn PorterHarley Rouda

1964Penny AbbotDianne AlbrechtFerne ArnettRobert ByrdBob ClaussenSharon DetillianPeg FlemingDonn GriffithCarol & Gene HagemeierBetts HamwiAnn & Jim HopperFrances IrwinEdie & Jim KennedyPhyllis MeansPaul RinnertJoan SantAnne ShelineDick StoneMary StoverVirginia Woodland

1965Marilyn AllenHelen AselJoanne AweBob BaldridgeScott BinderEunice ChutesSue DayJill & Don EliotDavid GardnerPamela GartinClaire GatschRobert HillDonna & Ron HolmanMolly HoodDavid JonesLibby KrouseMarilyn LashPatricia Z. Nichols

Maggie NourseAnn PatrickLinda RitterThomas ShuttMark StullElizabeth & Thomas SturgesAnn & Rodney Swearingen

1966Cynthia BakerDebbie BowerShirley & Richard BullMargie CoyleDebra EdmondsonDavid Edwards, Jr. Susan FarquharConnie FreckerWilliam GraftonKathleen & Thomas JonesMarJean KellerTimothy KohrRuth & William LantzSara LeachJane & James LedmanKathryn LownWilliam MorrisHelen & James RandelsAnne RobbinsNancy RogersPam StewartJack ThomasDebbie & Richard WoodJudy YoderJane Zartman

1967Jane BarryNancy McNeal BurtchDavid CowlesAnn DickersonJames & Portia HansonJohn & Catherine KlamarMary Ann KraussCarolyn & Hall Liles, Jr.Frank MarlorJames MarshallMichelle Howell MundyDeborah SayreMark ShuttMarianne ThompsonRichard Vesper

1968Leitsa & Paul BecherJanet BieberJanice BradleyLynn B. EbrightMildred FosterLynn Gutches-SnowdenGloria B. LieserMelody W. SmileyBob & Sherri WhetzelRuth M. Whitehouse

1969 James EdwardsElizabeth HansonCarl & Lorena LongJim LongLorrie McHenry DeehrAnnita MeyerMary MoyerCarol & Walter NeffLisa ReynoldsCatherine WheatonDavid Younger

1970John Awe, JrJoyce BrannanSusan BrooksHeather & Rowland BrownGinny & Jim CunninghamLinda DorffMaryann & John EwartEmmy FrenchSue & Ron HalleySandra & Dave HammondDiane & Michael HockmanPeggy JohnsonCurt LongLorelei LotozoMarcia & Neal MageeBill MielkeJulie & Brent OsbornDean ReinhardWayne RickertMike SikoraEdward Snouffer, JrBarbara & Sandy Wood

1971Susan AumillerJanet BillmanDiann BowmanElaine BuckMary Ann & Charles ClaydonCharlotte & Mike CollisterPaul HankeSusan & Jack HendricksonJudy & John HobergCean & Ken HollenbaughDeb LinvilleBarbara MooreJim MuhlbachSandra PinkhamLuanne SkinnerWilly & Lajos SzaboJill & Duke ThomasSally Wandel

Our records may not be complete. If you have been a member for 40 or more years and are not listed, please call Paula Russell at 614 488.0681, so the records can be corrected.

12 November 1-30, 2011

This calendar is not a comprehensive list of all meetings and activities at First Community Church. For additional information: Click: www.FCchurch.com Email: info@FCchurch.com Call: 614 488.0681 Visit: The Welcome Center at North or South Campus

1

6 7 8

13 14 15

20 21 22

27 28 29

WORSHIP: 8:30 AM Burkhart Chapel, SC • Rev. Paul Baumer preaching9:15 AM Grace Hall, NC • Dr. Richard Wing preaching, Chancel Chamber Choir10:25 AM Grace Hall, NC • Dr. Richard Wing preaching, Kurt Smith11 AM Sanctuary, SC • Dr. Richard Wing preaching, Chancel Choir

9:30 AM, SC • Sunday Morning Seminar11:30 AM, NC • Middle School Vocal Ensemble12:15 PM, SC • Nominating Committee

WORSHIP:8:30 AM Burkhart Chapel, SC • Rev. David Hett preaching9:15 AM Grace Hall, NC • Dr. Richard Wing preaching, Chancel Chamber Choir10:25 AM Grace Hall, NC • Dr. Richard Wing preaching, Kurt Smith11 AM Sanctuary, SC • Dr. Richard Wing preaching, Chancel Choir & Cherub Choir

9:30 AM, SC • Sunday Morning Seminar11:30 AM, NC • Middle School Vocal Ensemble Rehearsal

WORSHIP:8:30 AM Burkhart Chapel, SC • Rev. Paul Baumer preaching9:15 AM Grace Hall, NC • Dr. Richard Wing preaching, Chancel Chamber Choir10:25 AM Grace Hall, NC • Dr. Richard Wing preaching, Kurt Smith11 AM Sanctuary, SC • Dr. Richard Wing preaching, Chancel Choir & Whitechapel Ringers

11:30 AM, NC • Middle School Vocal Ensemble Rehearsal6:30 PM, SC • Quest Singles

WORSHIP:8:30 AM Burkhart Chapel, SC • Kate Shaner preaching9:15 AM Grace Hall, NC • Dr. Richard Wing preaching, Chancel Chamber Choir10:25 AM Grace Hall, NC • Dr. Richard Wing preaching, Kurt Smith11 AM Sanctuary, SC • Dr. Richard Wing preaching, Chancel Choir

9:30 AM, SC • Sunday Morning Seminar11:30 AM, NC • Middle School Vocal Ensemble Rehearsal

first community church November 2011 selected events

A indicates Usher assignments. NC = North Campus SC = South Campus

Sunday Monday Tuesday

C

B

A

B

9:30 AM - 12 PM, SC • Heart to Heart Open10 AM, SC • Tuesdays at Ten6 PM, NC • Whitechapel Ringers Rehearsal7 PM, SC • Transitions Support Group7 PM, NC • Youth Council

9:15 AM, NC • K-5 Council9:30 AM - 12 PM, SC • Heart to Heart Open10 AM, SC • Tuesdays at Ten6 PM, NC • Whitechapel Ringers Rehearsal7 PM, SC • Bridges to Healing Grief Group7 PM, SC • For Dads Only Parent Group7 PM, NC • Akita Council

9:30 AM - 12 PM, SC • Heart to Heart Open10 AM, SC • Tuesdays at Ten 6 PM, NC • Whitechapel Ringers Rehearsal7 PM, SC • Transitions Support Group7:30 PM, SC • Deacon Board Meeting7:30 PM, SC • Foundation Board

9:30 AM - 12 PM, SC • Heart to Heart Open10 AM, SC • Tuesdays at Ten5:30 PM, SC • Meals for Rebecca’s Place5:45 PM, NC • All Children's Choirs Rehearsal6 PM, NC • Whitechapel Ringers Rehearsal7 PM, SC • Bridges to Healing Grief Group

9:30 AM - 12 PM, SC • Heart to Heart Open10 AM, SC • Tuesdays at Ten6 PM, NC • Whitechapel Ringers Rehearsal

9:30 AM, SC • Parent Growth3:30 PM, SC • Women’s Guild Exec. Committee4:30 PM, SC • Women’s Guild Board Meeting5:30 PM, SC • Friends of the Homeless7 PM, NC • Membership Council

5:30 PM, SC • Friends of the Homeless6:30 PM, SC • Guild Group RSZ7:15 PM, SC • Adult Learning Council

9:30 AM, SC • Parent Growth 5:30 PM, SC • Friends of the Homeless6:30 PM, SC • Service Board7 PM, SC • For Moms Only Parent Group7 PM, SC • Mission Council7:30 PM, SC • Chancel Choir Rehearsal

9:30 AM, SC • Parent Growth5:30 PM, SC • Friends of the Homeless5:30 PM, SC • Personnel Committee7 PM, NC • Governing Board Meeting

ALL SAINT'S SUNDAY

Daylight Savings

Time EndsFall Back!

BAPTISMS • NOISY OFFERING

HERITAGE SUNDAY • THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE

FIRST SUNDAY IN ADVENT • COMMUNION

ELECTION DAY

November 1-30, 2011 13

WEEKLY ON WEDNESDAYS:

Children & Youth Choir Rehearsals 5:45 PM, NC • Cherub Choir 6:30 PM, NC • Junior Choir 7:15 PM, NC • Youth Bell Choir 1 8 PM, NC • Youth Bell Choir 2

5:45 PM, NC • Midweek Missions Grades 3-56:30 PM, NC • Midweek Missions Grades K-2

8 PM, SC • High School Impact

(unless otherwise noted)

2 3 4 5

9 10 11 12

16 17 18 19

23 24 25 26

30

first community church November 2011 selected events

7 AM, SC • Men's Study Group7 AM, SC • Men's Wednesday Fellowship9:30 AM, SC • Women Living the Questions5:30 PM, SC • Spiritual Searcher Committee7 PM, SC • A Course in Miracles7 PM, NC • Wednesday Evening Bible Study

7 AM, SC • Men’s Study Group7 AM, SC • Men’s Wednesday Fellowship9:30 AM, SC • Women Living the Questions5:45 PM, NC • Friends of K-55:45 PM, NC • All Children's Choirs Rehearsal7 PM, SC • A Course in Miracles7 PM, NC • Wednesday Evening Bible Study7 PM, SC • Guild Group D

7 AM, SC • Men’s Study Group7 AM, SC • Men’s Wednesday Fellowship9:30 AM, SC • Women Living the Questions5:45 PM, NC • All Children's Choirs Rehearsal7 PM, SC • A Course in Miracles7 PM, NC • Wednesday Evening Bible Study

7 AM, SC • Men’s Study Group7 AM, SC • Men’s Wednesday Fellowship9:30 AM, SC • Women Living the Questions 7 PM, SC • A Course in Miracles7 PM, NC • Wednesday Evening Bible Study

7 AM, SC • Men’s Study Group7 AM, SC • Men’s Wednesday Fellowship9:30 AM, SC • Women Living the Questions 5:45 PM, NC • All Children's Choirs Rehearsal7 PM, SC • A Course in Miracles7 PM, NC • Wednesday Evening Bible Study

Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

9:30 AM - 12 PM, SC • Heart to Heart Open 9:30 AM, SC • Prayers & Squares Quilt Ministry7:30 PM, SC • Chancel Choir Rehearsal

9:30 AM - 12 PM, SC • Heart to Heart Open 9:30 AM, SC • Prayers & Squares Quilt Ministry4:15 PM, SC • Older Adult Council7 PM, SC • Pre-Baptism Class7:30 PM, SC • Chancel Choir Rehearsal

9:30 AM - 12 PM, SC • Heart to Heart Open 9:30 AM, SC • Prayers & Squares Quilt Ministry11 AM, SC • Guild Group I7:30 PM, SC • Chancel Choir Rehearsal

7 PM, NC • Spiritual Searcher Dr. Christopher Bache

9 AM, NC • Saturdays with Richard Rohr & Friends

9 AM, NC • Saturdays with Richard Rohr & Friends9 AM, Mid-Ohio Foodbank • Focus on Food

9 AM, NC • Saturdays with Richard Rohr & Friends9:30 AM, NC • Spiritual Searcher Dr. Christopher Bache

COMING IN DECEMBER:5 • Women's Guild Christmas Cookie Party

11 • Candlelight Christmas Concert

9-11 • Middle School Retreat

CHURCH CLOSED

CHURCH CLOSED

Happy Thanksgiving

14 November 1-30, 2011

Katie Borggren, originally from Upper Arlington, participated in the High School program and attended Camp Akita as a teen. She and Scott join for the worship experience, inclusive theology and infant program. Katie is a teacher with Olentangy Local Schools.

Scott Borggren and Katie attend the 10:25 am service with their 7-month-old daughter, Paige. Scott is a banker with Chase Bank, and he and Katie look forward to getting involved.

Mark Chuparkoff enjoys travel, sports and golf and is a lawyer in his own practice. He joins because of the worship, music and youth programs. Mark, originally from Akron, looks forward to getting involved and meeting new people.

Tina Chuparkoff is a paralegal and joins for the worship experience. She and Mark are the parents of Alexandra Zamora and attend the 10:25 am service. They were introduced to First Community Church through First Edition.

Alexandra “Alex” Zamora is a 9th-grader in Dublin. She looks forward to being a part of this faith community.

Welcome New Members

Katie Borggren Scott Borggren Mark Chuparkoff Tina Chuparkoff Alex Zamora Chuck Curry

Katie Garretson Ron Glaser Jan Kiecolt-Glaser Mary Lou Hawkins Kellie Hill Judy Long

Meet the new members who joined Sunday, October 16. The next New Member Seminar will be Saturday, January 7.

Chuck Curry, who learned about us through First Edition, has participated in many of the adult programs and joins for the worship, music and inclusive theology. Chuck is a transportation coordinator for Jack Maxton Chevrolet and attends the 11 am service.

Katie Garretson attends the 11 am service and joins for the inclusive theology. She looks forward to meeting people and getting involved. Katie, originally from Hamilton, Ohio is a clinical social worker at Consolidated Care, Inc. She has traveled throughout the U.S. as well as London, Wales and Cork, Ireland.

Ron Glaser is the Virologist Director of Behavioral Medicine Research at The Ohio State University Medical Center. He and Jan learned about the church because it is near their home and so they attend the 10:25 am service.

Jan Kiecolt-Glaser is a professor and clinical psychologist with The Ohio State College of Medicine. She and Ron have written extensively on the correlation between stress and illness.

Mary Lou Hawkins moved to Columbus to be near family. Originally from Pittsburgh, Mary Lou attends the 11 am service and appreciates the worship and music. Her interests are good lectures, the symphony, theatre, bridge and travel She has camped in or visited all 50 states.

Kellie Hill is a high school student who loves Crossroads and Camp Akita. Originally from Indianapolis, she enjoys being outdoors and traveling. Kellie joins for the inclusive theology and looks forward to meeting new people and getting more involved.

Judy Long and Charlie Vachris attend the 8:30 am service because of the weekly communion and variety of preachers and join for the worship experience and inclusive theology. Judy is a retired social worker and enjoys reading and time with family and friends. She is originally from Jackson Heights, New York.

November 1-30, 2011 15

Charles “Charlie” Vachris is a social worker and psychotherapist at Mount Carmel Hospice. He and wife Judy learned about the church from Vince Collins and Kay Taylor and participated in the Faith & American Politics program.

Prindall Martz is the daughter of church member, Jeanne Harris. Prindall joined the church for the worship experience and enjoys reading and knitting. She and her mother attend the 11 am service.

Chelly Montgomery is the daughter of members Jim and Betsy Fahrbach and sister to Katy (Kevin) Malhame. Greenville is Chelly’s hometown and she and Chris look forward to getting involved and meeting new people in the church.

Chris Montgomery, a lawyer with Bricker & Eckler, attends the 11 am service with Chelly and son, Henry (1). Chris and Chelly join for the inclusive theology, quality of music, adult and infant programs. Reading, running and music are Chris’ interests.

Mary Olson began her connection to the church through First Edition and has participated in many of the adult

programs. Originally a member of Riverside Church in New York, Mary was drawn to our inclusive theology. She enjoys travel, gardening, book discussions and making cards.

Aaron Skidmore and Jayne, parents of Nate (11), Maddie (9) and Elle (3), learned about the church from member, Molly Glaser. Aaron is a manager in engineering at Mettler Toledo. Growing up in Worthington, Aaron enjoys world travel, woodworking, hockey and camping.

Jayne Skidmore works at Neoprobe Corporation in Human Resources. After attending Family Camp this year, she and Aaron “were sold on First Community”. She is from Upper Arlington and enjoys volunteering, soccer, camping and reading.

Jim Stair, originally from Westlake, Ohio is a Consultant with Fidelity Investments. He and Anne (a member), and 4-month-old Jack attend the 10:25 am service. Jim’s in-laws, Jack and Nancy Burtch and Anne’s grandmother, Ruth McNeal, are longtime members. Jim enjoys music, playing the guitar and documentary movies.

Women’s Guild By Jill Eliot

Nothin’ says lovin’ like a gift from your kitchen. In addition to baked goods, the Election Day bake sale will include limited sale of soups. Joy Plassman is heading the soup sales. Please deliver baked items to the Guild Room on November 7th and mark them for the Guild Bake Sale. Estelle Scott will be coordinating the set-up and the volunteers for table sales.

Give yourself a gift and purchase a

wreath, door swag, candle

ring that can be used as a small wreath

or a basket.

Orders will be taken beginning

November 6 after services at both campuses. Prices will be available at the Women’s Guild table. Janie Ledman and Ann Knodt are chairing the sale.

Guild Group RSZ is giving everyone a gift and inviting other Guild groups to their meeting on November 14 at 7 pm. in Brownlee Hall. The program features Robin Yocum, author of the book Favorite Son.

The Trading Post is accepting fall and light winter clothing and Halloween and Thanksgiving decorations. Christmas items will be accepted in November. What a wonderful place to seek a gift for yourself or someone special.

The Women’s Guild continues a year of celebrations with a Christmas Tea. Joy Plassman is chairman of the tea to be held December 5 in Brownlee Hall from 4-5:30 pm. Everyone is requested to bring one-and-a-half dozen cookies. Leftover cookies will be given to Heart to Heart.

Through the hands of these gift givers God speaks.

Charlie Vachris Prindall Martz Chelly Chris Montgomery Montgomery

Mary Olson Aaron Skidmore Jayne Skidmore Jim Stair

16 November 1-30, 2011

Parish RegisterWe share the joys and sorrows of our church family in our prayers.BIRTHSGabriel John Mowry 8/23/11 son of Alicia & Matt MowryKara Elizabeth Levell 8/30/11 daughter of Keith & Amanda Levell granddaughter of Glenn & Lois ZookDavin Lee Hartman 8/15/11 Daughter of John & Krista HartmanEmma Brooke Gatsch 7/26/11 daughter of Carole & Rob Gatsch granddaughter of Claire & Paul GatschShawn Roman Adams 9/28/11 adopted by Julia Adams

BAPTISMSCarol Pfeil Chester 8/17/11Jackson Wayne DeWeese 9/22/11Robert Randall Walters 9/25/11M. Ronald Glaser 10/12/11Cassandra Sylvia Harper 10/12/11

WEDDINGS Natalie McIlvain & Ryan Henke 9/24/11Courtney McCandlish & Justin Simmons 9/24/11Emily Wilson & Eric Simmons 10/1/11 daughter of Martha & Hank Wilson

COMMITMENT CEREMONYDeb Leno and Leslie Philips 8/27/11

RECENTLY HOSPITALIZEDEdwin “Ray” Zartman George Henry ZookRosemary BeltBob GutchesM. Jane DavisFerne ArnettWalter Menendian

DEATHSAmy Lee Aumiller Santo 8/16/11 daughter of Dottie Seibert sister-in-law of Susan AumillerRoger Murphy 8/16/11 stepfather of Nicole BraetSusan Hedges 8/26/11 mother of Theresa Hedges-WydickJudith Coleman 8/26/11Jerome C. Sayre, Sr. 8/27/11 father of Jerry SayreRichard McCracken 8/31/11Julia Hine 9/11 grandmother of Jamy ZambitoMargaret Ann Bova 9/26/11 mother of John BovaMarcia Reed 9/24/11Sally Pape 9/27/11Katy Levis 9/27/11Dean Foster 9/27/11 husband of Mildred FosterRon Pratt 9/29/11 partner of Steve SulainisSteve Guthrie 10/6/11 brother of Susan Heebink uncle of Rick WatsonDorothy Osborne 10/9/11

Care and Spirit

– – The Reverend Mr. James M. Long, Minister of Pastoral Care

Give the Gift of LifeThursday, December 1, 1 – 7 pmBrownlee Hall, South Campus

It this season of gift giving, give the gift of love and life by taking 45 minutes to donate blood.

Contact Cara Shary, blood drive coordinator, at 614 459.3691 or carashary@mac.com. You can also register online by going to givelife.org. Enter our sponsor code: FCchurchsouth. You will be able to see what appointment times are available and fill in your name. Walk-ins welcome, but those with scheduled appointments have priority.

Claiming our Baptism

This is our consolation and our conviction: that God has already freely and openly spoken to us and poured the Spirit of his life into our hearts from the first days of our life. — Karl Rahner, The Eternal Year

One of the joys and privileges of ministry is participation in the sacrament of baptism. Whether the baptism is of an adult or a child, in public worship or a private service, it is a sacred moment in the life of the baptized person and in the lives of his or her family and friends and the community of faith. The great 20th century Catholic theologian,

Karl Rahner, wrote in The Eternal Year: “God has spoken in baptism: ‘You are my child and the holy temple of my own Spirit.’ ” (id.)

Scripture tells us that Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist in the River Jordan and that a voice from heaven said: “You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased.” (Luke 3:22) In his book, Beloved, Henri Nouwen asserts that God has said to each of us in our baptism that we too are God’s beloved son or daughter.

Baptism has been understood as an outer sign of the deep inner reality of God’s grace in our lives. It is an encounter with the Risen Christ who came to show us God’s love for all people. In our baptism classes, we say that this sacrament affirms a reality that is deeply true from the day of our birth: God loves us and God’s Spirit is in us.

When we baptize infants, we know they are too young to make their own profession or affirmation of faith. However, we as parents, godparents, family, friends and community of faith agree to be there to help nurture the child in the faith so that they can come to the place where they affirm or confirm the baptismal vows taken for them when they were young. Our confirmation takes place in ninth-grade on Block of Wood Sunday when we assert in word and song that God has called each person by name and that they are precious.

We may have not remember our baptism, but each time we gather for this sacrament, we can renew our baptismal vows and claim the deep truth that God loves us and God’s Spirit is poured into us all the days of our life. We can claim our baptism and our life in Christ.

Peace and blessings,

November 1-30, 2011 17

Thanksgiving Food DriveOn Sunday, November 13, grocery bags will be distributed at both campuses. Please fill the bags with non-perishable food items and bring them to any service on Sunday, November 20. Youth Groups will be at both campuses to gather the food and deliver it.

This year we will share our collection with NNEMAP (Near Northeast Material Assistance Program), a food pantry in the Short North and our own Heart to Heart food pantry.

Contributions may be labeled for the food drive and left at the church before November 20 (South Campus – in the coatroom; North Campus – in the kitchen).

Monetary donations are gladly accepted. Remember to use Mission grocery gift cards when shopping. Purchase them at either campus throughout the week or online at Giving.FCchurch.com.

Mission CouncilFirst Community Fights HungerSaturday, November 12, 9 am-noonMid-Ohio Foodbank, 3960 Brookham Drive, Grove City

Missions Council urges each of you to participate in fighting hunger as we Focus on Food during November. Jesus asked us to feed and clothe the hungry and poor. Throughout the year hundreds of church folks respond to this charge by assisting those in our community who are lacking even the most basic of needs: food, warmth and safety. As we approach harvest time and Thanksgiving, we are drawn to reflect on our blessings and act on our compassion for those who have less.

Join us for Focus on Food with an all-church work session at the Mid-Ohio Foodbank on the morning of November 12. We will learn about hunger in our community and the food bank’s role in feeding the hungry in central Ohio. Breaking into work teams, we will accomplish a variety of tasks including unloading, sorting and readying food for distribution to the many food pantries Mid-Ohio serves. This is a wonderful opportunity for a meaningful family activity (must be 13 years old). We encourage those of you who have yet to engage in local mission work to experience meeting a need and sharing fellowship in a sorely needed service.

Advance registration is important; volunteer spaces are limited. Online registration will be available at FCchurch.com, search: Food Bank. Sign-up will also be available on Sundays beginning October 9 at the Missions table or contact Robin Taylor at 614 488.0681 ext 226 or rtaylor@FCchurch.com.

Angie admits that the street exposure can influence those who are not homeless, but still in need, to approach. “We take this opportunity to tell them about our pantry,” she said. “We welcome them.”

The core element of Heart to Heart is about to undergo significant changes. The food pantry will be moved from the main building to the annex this month. The planned move includes making the pantry resemble a grocery store, complete with shelves, push carts and choice.

The need for this service has recently increased dramatically. Angie estimates Heart to Heart has tripled the number of families it helps each week providing the equivalent of $10,000 worth of meals each month.

The effort does not go unnoticed. One visitor who experienced Heart to Heart’s generosity sent a brief note. “I never thought I would be in this situation,” she wrote. “You have helped me so much. You never make me feel ashamed and that was a fear I had before I entered your doors.”

The staff and volunteers take compliments in stride. “People say to me, ‘you’re going to heaven for sure’,” Angie said. “I tell them that I love what I do. I’m not trying to get a free pass.”

Heeding the Call(Continued from Page 1)

18 November 1-30, 2011

The Infinite Quest

– – The Reverend Mr. David S. Hett, Minister of Religious Life and Learning

Heathens, Heaven and Hell

If, like me, you have moments of doubt and despair, especially as we move past the beauty of fall and into nature’s time of decay, I am uplifted each time I read this:

We are going to die and that makes us the lucky ones. Most people are never going to die because they’re never going to be born. The potential people who could have been here in my place but who will in fact never see the light of day outnumber the sand grains of Sahara. In the face of these stupefying odds it is you and I in our ordinariness that are here…You are

lucky to be alive and so am I. We are lucky to be alive and therefore we should value life. Life is precious…Try to do as much good as you can now to others; try to live life as richly as possible during the time that you have left available to you.

What might be surprising is that this affirmation of life comes from the so-called “New Atheists,” scientist Richard Dawkins, to be read at his funeral.

Meanwhile evangelical pastor Rob Bell has been accorded the status of a “New Heathen” by some Christians statements suggesting heaven might have something to do with justice today:

Taking heaven seriously means taking suffering seriously, now…Around a billion people in the world today do not have access to clean water. People will have access to clean water in the age to come, and so working for clean-water access for all is participating now in the life of the age to come…This God whom Jesus spoke of has always been looking for partners, people who are passionate about participating in the ongoing creation of the world.

Finally, to give “hell” its due, we are hosting another “heathen” this November, religious studies professor Chris Bache. In researching such “heathen” topics as mystical, psychedelic, reincarnation and near-death experiences, he finds that “hellish” experiences represent “an encounter with some of the deepest structures of the individual and collective unconscious.”

Rightly, Dr. Bache speaks of experiences of hell as realms of the inner journey and that hell’s “function is not damnation but spiritual transformation.” Ultimately, his work encourages us to enter the dark places in our soul despite the terror they also hold for us:

Hell is not heaven’s opposite but the guardian at the door of that which heals everything. Hell is God’s closest companion…Hell is heaven’s purifying fire.

Such is the truth of mystics throughout the ages, even and especially Jesus.

Shalom,

Adult EducationNew Sunday Morning ClassesThe Life and Theology of Dietrich BonhoefferNovember 20, 9:30 – 10:45 amWicker Room, South CampusFacilitator: David Nickel Few theologians ‘tug at the heart and mind’ as does Dietrich Bonhoeffer, the 20th century pastor who joined the German resistance in trying to assassinate Adolph Hitler in 1944 and who was executed weeks before the end of the World War II. His thinking focused on the key question, ‘Who is Christ for us today?” and was shaped by his experiences – the necessity for giving oneself totally for one’s faith, our duty in helping others, and Christ as a model for our lives. Bonhoeffer’s life, his work outside the German Lutheran church, and his writings are reviewed in this film, presentation, and discussion. Finding Your LambarénéNovember 27, December 4, 11, 18, 9:30 – 10:45 am Wicker Room, South CampusCoordinators: Bruce & Cathie Hickin

In a week-by-week Advent season study of Dr. Wing’s new book, Finding Your Lambarene: Albert Schweitzer for Our Time, the group will not only look at Schweitzer’s compassionate message, but will also be a springboard for people to find and share their own “Lambarene” experiences within their own lives. Thus, discussions will include ideas of opportunities for service within the church and discernment of other local opportunities for service and sharing.

November 1-30, 2011 19

Weekly Adult Learning GroupsClasses are free except where noted and open to the public. Books used for most classes are available at the Furber Book Corner. For more information on registration or financial aid, contact Natalia Jones at 614 488.0681 ext 113 or njones@FCchurch.com.

For more details on specific classes, go to FCchurch.com, search: adult learning.

Sunday Morning Seminar: Connecting the Dots: Exploring Progressive ChristianityOur concluding two themes of progressive Christianity are:Nov. 6: Strive to protect and restore the integrity of our Earth.Nov. 13: Commit to a path of life-long learning, compassion and selfless love.Nov. 20: The Life and Theology of Dietrich Bonhoeffer.Nov. 27: A study of Dr. Wing’s book, Finding Your Lambarene: Albert Schweitzer for Our Time.Dec 4-18: Finding Your Lambarene

All are welcome to attend the Adult Learning Sunday Morning Seminar at South when and as you are able. Simply bring your open mind, inquiring questions and challenging comments to add to the creative and stimulating mix.

Sundays, 9:30 - 10:45 am Wicker Room, South Campus

Tuesday at Ten: Great World Religions: IslamTuesday at Ten study group continues its 12-session DVD series about Islam presented by John L. Esposito, Professor of Islamic Studies at Georgetown University. Included are Basic Tenets of Islam, Muhammad, The Quran, The Muslim Community, Muslim Law, Role of Women in Islam, and Islam’s Future. Each DVD lecture will be followed by a lively discussion of the material. Tuesday at Ten is open to all, free of charge. Co-facilitators are Rev. Deborah C. Lindsay, Rev. Peter Diehl and Dr. Pidge Diehl.

Tuesdays, 10 - 11:30 amWicker Room South Campus

Men’s Study GroupJoin us for weekly discussions of the Bible often using the “lectionary” texts for Sunday worship—a lesson each from the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament), Epistles, Gospels and Psalms. Contact Price Finley, 614 488.7978, pfinley@bricker.com, or Craig Sturtz, 614 481.9060, csturtz@ssd.com for information.

Wednesdays, 7 - 8 amWicker Room, South Campus

Men’s Wednesday FellowshipMembers and invited speakers discuss a wide range of topics.

Wednesdays, 7 - 8 amBrownlee Hall, South Campus

Women Living the QuestionsOpen to all women, this discussion group focuses on spirituality and personal growth. Richard Rohr’s newest book, Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life, serves as the basis for conversation and deepening this fall.

Wednesdays, 9:30 - 11 amWicker Room, South Campus

A Course in MiraclesAn open group creating a lifestyle of love, forgiveness and compassion. Bryan Finley facilitates this spiritual growth group. For information, call 614 870.1280.

Wednesdays, 7 - 8:15 pmAnnex Rm 104, South Campus

Wednesday Evening Bible StudyA time of study of scripture and prayer. Led by Rev. Jim Long. Open to all.

Wednesdays, 7 - 8:30 pmCafé Room, North Campus

Saturdays with Richard Rohr & FriendsSpiritual Director Lisa Bueche facilitates this gathering focused on the DVD series from Richard Rohr’s conference at the Center for Action and Contemplation entitled Following the Mystics Through the Narrow Gate, seeing God in all things. Each week contains a teaching from the contemplative team of Richard Rohr, Dr. James Finley and Rev. Cynthia Bourgeault, exploring the mystics through the ages and the contemplative path “where we are invited to trust our own deeper spiritual intuitions.” Consecutive attendance is not necessary as each segment offers its own wealth of wisdom. Open to the public; a weekly free-will offering will benefit the Spiritual Searcher/ Psychological-Spiritual Development Fund.

Saturdays, 9 – 10:30 amRoom 111, North Campus

20 November 1-30, 2011

Fall Women’s RetreatSmall and Sweet

Hiking to Bald Eagle, playing Apples-to-Apples next to the fire in the lodge for prizes, insightful programs, fun, laughter and chatting. Sunny, windy, turning leaves, good food. We loved it. As always.

Christmas MemorialsThis Christmas, those who wish to make a special gift in memory of a family member or friend will have the opportunity to do so. These memorial funds provide for the greenery, candles, flowers, and other special arrangements in our Christmas services. The church exterior decorations and the instrumentalists for the services are all made possible through these gifts.

If you would like to make this gift part of your Christmas, send your check made payable to First Community Church to 1320 Cambridge Boulevard, Columbus, OH 43212, Attn: Music Dept. Include a card listing the name of the person(s) in whose memory the gift is made. You also may submit your memorial at the Worship & Arts table after the Sunday worship services or online at FCchurch.com.

Names received by December 12 will be listed in the Christmas Eve bulletins. A full list of names will appear in firstnews after Christmas.

The 38th AnnualCandlelight Christmas Concert

Sunday, December 11, 4:30 pmGrace Hall, North Campus

The Chancel Choir, Chamber Singers and OrchestraRonald J. Jenkins, ConductorRobert A. Griffith, Organist

Quest SinglesNovember 3, Thursday at 6:30 pmDinner at the Northstar Cafe4241 North High in Clintonville

November 10, Thursday at 6:30 pmDinner at Cuco’s Mexican Taqueria2162 West Henderson Road

November 17, Thursday at 6:30 pmSpaghetti Warehouse397 West Broad Street

November 20, Sunday at 5 pmBook Discussion of Mountains beyond Mountain by Tracy Kidder Chocolate Café1855 Northwest Blvd.

Contact Nancy at 614-771-4869 or at ndunn4346@sbcglobal.net to confirm details before attending an event.

The Worship and Arts Council presents the work of Lisa Lackey-Cain and Jennifer (Keller) Belt of the Ruby Rose Studio in an exhibition of their multi-layered, dimensional and unique art. Be sure to visit Brownlee Hall to view this creative collection that will grace our gallery through the end of November.

New Art Exhibit

November 1-30, 2011 21

Facilities Update 1320 Improvements By Pam Jameson, Facilities Manager

We continue our journey to address the needs of our property located at 1320 Cambridge Boulevard.

Roof: Projected costs $280,000 to $325,000. Due to significant moisture problems uncovered from a thermo-scan to determine the condition of our roof, we are currently in the process of reviewing architectural drawings and specifications for replacement of our existing membrane roof system. This system covers the largest surface of the 1320 building. We hope to have a new roofing system in place by the end of the year. Masonry and carpentry problems are currently being addressed before roof replacement.

Tuck Pointing: $40,050 Tuck pointing has been completed on the external walls around the sanctuary and courtyard. Unanticipated repairs were necessary to a parapet wall along the northeast side of the building.

Gutters/Downspouts: Waiting for final bids. Gutters and downspouts need to be cleaned, repositioned and replaced to avoid further damage to the structure.

Carpentry: Projected costs for wood working on doors $8,500/Staining of wooden doors $1,800Many of the nine sets of wooden doors have been affected by age and moisture.

Internal areas: Projected costs for boiler system repairs $15,000 to $20,000. Waiting on estimates for new flooring in Brownlee.

A $100,000 grant was approved this year by the First Community Foundation which is a good beginning, but considerably short of the immediate need to prohibit further structural damage. We appreciate the support from the Foundation and those who have contributed over the years making it possible for us to receive this grant.

Please contact Pam Jameson at 614 488.0681 ext 232 or pjameson@FCchurch.com for specific information on the repairs.

A Meaningful ConnectionParticipation in the Service Board By Mary Gossard, Service Board Chair for 2011

We all know First Community Church as a place full of wonderful people who are committed to God, our church community and to helping those in need both here in our own backyard and abroad. We have groups here that focus on mission work, special interests, expanding our theological learning and managing church business.

We also have a very special group whose purpose is to serve the church members. That group is the Service Board.

The Service Board is looking for new members to join us this January. We ask for a three-year commitment. This may sound like a long term but you’ll find that many of us have stayed beyond our original commitment because this is such a special group. Most activities, including the time for the meetings, will only require a couple of hours of your time each month. I assure you that the connections that you will make with other members of the Service Board and the church are worthwhile and enriching.

Service Board members assist with many functions within the church. We work with the deacons and ministry staff to serve communion at all services. We offer refreshments and fellowship after Sunday services at South Campus (the youth programs do this at North Campus).

As needed, the Service Board assists with special functions at the church such as providing refreshments and fellowship at Ordinations, last year’s Open House for the North Campus Expansion and for Services of Remembrance. Twice a week, Service Board members deliver roses to hospitalized church members. One of my favorite Service Board activities is hosting the Sweetheart Luncheon each spring. This is a special event to honor many of the lovely ladies in our church. They come in all of their finery to share a meal, enjoy a special program, and to catch up with each other by sharing memories.

While these activities may seem quite simple, they weave together an essential thread that supports and strengthens the very fabric of our church life. It is often the small details that make the bigger picture more meaningful. We are occasionally privileged to hear words of appreciation from those we serve such as when we deliver a rose but I know that I get more out of these activities than those we assist.

I sincerely hope that you will consider joining the Service Board. If you are interested or would like to recommend someone, please contact Mary Gossard at 878-1022, e-mail gossardm@att.net or Sandy Turner, sturner@fcchurch.com.

22 November 1-30, 2011

Early ChildhoodHoliday HoneyBaked Ham SaleAvoid the lines and support our programs at the same time. The Early Childhood Council will be selling HoneyBaked hams, smoked and roasted turkeys and combo packages, assorted desserts and coffee cake for Christmas. Even if you’re serving something else for Christmas dinner you can freeze sliced meat in smaller packages for quick holiday meals. All proceeds benefit Early Childhood programs and scholarships.

Orders will be taken after worship at both campuses on December 4, 11 and 18. Pick-up will be on Friday, December 23, from 4:30-6:30 pm at the North Campus. Place your order with a check or credit card after worship or call in your order with a credit card to 614 488.0681 ext 243. The deadline for phone orders is Friday, December 16. The last day to order after worship is Sunday, December 18.

Save the DateParenting Retreat

at Camp AkitaSaturday, February 4, 9 am - 5 pm

Optional overnight with brunch the next day.

Relax and renew yourself as a person and a parent.

Details in the December firstnews.

Parent Groups for November For Dads OnlyTuesday, November 8, 7-8:30 pm Guild Room, South Campus Topic: Setting limits and discipline strategies. All fathers are welcome. For Moms Only Monday, November 21, 7-8:30 pm Guild Room, South Campus Topic: How children learn to be grateful for what they have. All mothers are welcome. Parent Growth Mondays, 9:30-11 am(No meeting November 14) Guild Room, South Campus Child care available during Parent Growth ($4/child). See the October firstnews online for dates and topics.

Children enjoying the last few days of warm weather in the outdoor classroom at Mary Evans Child Development Center.

For enrollment information contact Jamy Zambito at 614 777.4099 ext 1 or jzambito@fcchurch.com.

Photos by Leigh Anne Easterling

Outdoor Classroom is Child's Play

Adopt-A-FamilyIn an effort to help families in need during the holiday season, Heart to Heart is continuing the Christmas Adopt-A-Family program. This initiative matches families with those wishing to donate gifts.

To participate, contact us at HearttoHeart@FCchurch.com or 614 488.0681 ext 203.

November 1-30, 2011 23

Following our Sunday school lesson on how Noah listened to God, the K-5 children had many questions about God. We explored the bible verse, No one has ever seen God; if we love one another, God lives in us and God’s love grows in us. 1 John 4:12

The children were invited to think about a person who has positively helped shape their lives and name the quality that the person added to their life. The children named parents, coaches, friends, siblings and even a favorite pet.

Some of the attributes the children named were: trustworthy, listener, comforter, encourager, helpful, caring, joyful and loving. The children were able to draw the connection between their thoughts about God and how God shines through others to help guide us through our lives.

Profound statements are made in our Sunday school. This feature offers insight from our youth.

K-5 Christmas Craft ShopThe K-5 Council provides amorning of merriment at our annual Christmas Craft Shop on Saturday, December 3, 10-11:30a.m. K-5 children create multiple crafts to be given as gifts while enjoying their own decorated cookies and milk. This is a perfect way to begin the season of Advent. Cost is $8 per child to cover the costs of the crafts.

Please contact Dawn Costin at dcostin@FCchurch.com or at 614 488.0681 ext 109 if you would like more information about the Craft Shop or would like to volunteer to help with this special event.

Midweek MissionsMidweek Missions is a hands-on program for K-5 children and their families where we participate in service projects that benefit our church and our community. Our purpose is to introduce K-5 children to Christian service by having them work, learn about ministries within our church and meet some of the people who participate in those ministries. We also hope that children will learn that they can make a difference in the world.

Our fall focus has been Thanksgiving Food Baskets for the Gladden Community House. We are now collecting food to complete our baskets so they may be given to the families at Gladden on Monday November 21. We can use your help. Please deliver these items to any of the Sunday School classrooms, North or South. All items needed by November 20.

Canned Items: Others: Green Beans Fresh Baking Potatoes Cream of Mushroom Soup Stuffing Mix (box ,can or bag) Fried Onions Egg Noodles (bag) Sweet Potatoes Cranberry Sauce Gravy Broth (Chicken or Turkey)

Any questions regarding Mid Week Missions, please Contact Torre Summers at tsummers@FCchurch.com.

Ethan AndujarCameron BirosSpencer BrowningNathanael Burns-WatsonGrace CasellaTyler ComfordDylan DomachowskiSophie DuPontMiles EriksenDane FarmerEmma FriendDavid GallapooMegan GatschSusan GlaserJen Gomez

Mason HalleyKate HansAbigail HarrAlicia HoweAnna JonausOlivia JumpJack KamnikarTyler KessisPaige KingsleySydney LapeKatie LiepeltJulia LinzellWilliam MacintoshChristopher MillerAbigail Mullins

Rebekah MurrayElijah Rhein-MurrayEthan RoseGeorgia RyanMargaret RyanDrew SauerJulianna SchlatterEthan ShawMadelyn SkidmoreEllen SneedAnnie VolkerKatie WhitmanBrooke YoakamClint Younkin

Fourth Grade Communion Participants

firstnewsFirst Community Church1320 Cambridge BoulevardColumbus, OH 43212

Dated Material : Do Not Delay

Periodical PostagePAIDat Columbus, Ohio

First Community Church

South Campus North Campus1320 Cambridge Boulevard 3777 Dublin RoadColumbus, OH 43212 Columbus, OH 43221614 488.0681 614 488.0681FAX 488.2763 FAX 777.4098

www.FCchurch.com info@FCchurch.com

No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here.

,THE PROGRAM STAFF OF FIRST COMMUNITY CHURCH

Richard A. Wing, Senior Minister; Paul E. Baumer, Minister of Stewardship; David S. Hett, Minister of Religious Life and Learning; Ronald J. Jenkins, Minister of

Music and Liturgy; Deborah Countiss Lindsay, Minister of Spiritual Care; James M. Long, Minister of Pastoral Care; Sally R. Beske, Assistant Organist/Director of Youth Choirs; Dawn J. Costin, Director of K-5 Ministry; Andy Frick, Middle School Program Coordinator; Cynthia Harsany, Director of Finance and Operations; Pam

Jameson, Facilities Manager; Sarah Kientz, High School Program Coordinator; Scot Nicoll, Director of Youth Ministry Programming; Missy Obergefell, Director of Older Adult Ministry; Randall R. Rocke, Director of Mission Through Media; Paula L. Russell, Director of Membership; Katherine H. Shaner, Director of Youth Ministries & Missions; Scott Walker, Director of Camp Akita Ministries; M. Donice Wooster,

Director of Early Childhood Ministry.

Affiliated with The United Church of Christ and Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

Heart to Heart Food Pantry Totals

September 9 - October 17

Households served ...... 460Adults served ............... 603Children served ........... 249Meals provided .........7,668

Total funds distributed: $3,019Total Donations: $903

Year-to-Date

Households served ...3,078Adults served ............4,945Children served ........1,579Meals provided .......56,787

A helping hand and caring heart in times of need.

Submission Information

All news articles and photos for firstnews must be submitted to news@FCchurch.com by the published deadline (see page 2). Direct questions to Cindy Harsany at 614 488.0681 ext 230 or charsany@FCchurch.com

firstnews