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The Chalice

A publication of First Christian Church of Edmond, OK

Vol. 3 No. 22 June 16, 2011

CONNECTION

Come and SeeRev. Dr. Jerry Black, Associate Minister

Our Sunday Morning Schedfor June 19 and 26

9:15am: “Table ConversationEach Sunday morning at 9:15, we w

gather around round tables in FellowHall to share our stories.

10:45am: Unifed Worship

Our “Table Conversations” experien will be followed by a fellowship gathing, hosted by Membership Ministri

www.fccedmond.org/renew

When Susanand I lookinto our backyard today,

the realityis prettystark. It issimply grass

and fencing. So we often find ourselvesreflecting on the beautiful landscapingwe have achieved in other yards overthe years and dreaming about whatwe can achieve in this yard. In short,we envision a landscaping plan thatwill include an expanded patio and afive year, evolutionary planting and

development process that will involvelots of work and pleasure.

Once John had baptized Jesus,witnessed the Holy Spirit come uponhim, and recognized him as the “Sonof God,” two of John’s disciples began

to follow Jesus. Noticing them, Jesusstopped and asked, “What is it thatyou want?” To this question, the twodisciples replied, “Rabbi (teacher), where

are you staying?” In other words, “We want to go with you.” So Jesus replied,“Come and see.” And they did. (John1:29-39)

In our table conversations over the pasttwo weeks we have been affirming, asPaul suggested to the church at Philippi,that which in our life together is goodand true; that which is commendableand right; that which is just and worthyof praise; that which is honorable andexcellent (Philippians 4:8). Now we

begin the process of interweaving thesequalities into the fabric of our future.With the gifts we possess, we can start todream. We can follow Jesus and see thepossibilities for that which God is callingus to be and do. So, “come and see.”

Few things are more exciting than Independence Day. Celebrating the 4thof July and the Declaration of Independence is one of the hallmark events

of any calendar year. In conjunction with the Edmond Liberty Fest Paradeon July the 4th, 2011, we will continue our First Christian Church traditionof celebrating Freedom Fest—the free distribution of hot dogs, chips, water,and watermelon to parade attendees. Join us as we partner with ourcommunity in serving others and demonstrate our deep commitment toradical hospitality. Sign-up this Sunday at the table display in the rotunda

or online at fccedmond.org/freedomfest to serve with us and/or makedonations. Thank you! Your Evangelism Ministry Team

Freedom Fest 2011 The First Christian Church Child C

Center has a few spots remaining

our Private Kindergarten class for

2011-2012 school year.

We offer a full day program

with a certied teacher and a

faith based curriculum. If you a

interested, please contact the Ch

Care Center oce at 341-2626.



Wow! We have had an AWESOMEtime at Vacation Bible School thisweek. We made new friends, playedcool water games, made some prettycrazy crafts, watched Psalm 139 cometo life in our Wild Bible Adventures,and my personal favorite - praised Godwith our singing and dancing!

Also, as part of VBS week, RobbiKinnaird led our 5th graders inmission projects reinforcing thatservice to others is what we are allabout. Their projects will beneftthe Renewal process, Breakfaston Boulevard, and the newly builtChildren’s Garden.

I would like to thank the 2011Directors: Courtney Moeller andShannon Medley, whose energyand commitment have inspired me,

and strengthened my belief thatministering to children is the mostimportant thing we can do as a chubody. My thanks also go out JennifHumphrey, Mark Taylor and GregBunton, who spent countless hourstime away from their families, andwhose moral support seemed to beendless. Thanks to all of you that hdonated supplies, offered help, andsupport this very important ministrof Vacation Bible School. Thank yoto all of our leaders, and there were

many:

Janet HelmsErin RobertsonLyndsay ParksAllyson CainCarter CainLee ChristensenBenny ChristensenTravis ChristensenCharmei ColemanCarol SchwabeBeau Schwabe

Brian HaleyMolly HaleyAllison ErnstMitchem ErnstDavis ErnstGreysen ErnstDelaney Ernst

Lynn BurgessGreg BurgessHeather Feith Joanna BaughBelinda DavisBeth Anne KinnairdLetitia AnthonyChristian SwearingenMac MecoyWill Mecoy Jamie Gable

Thomas SpurierKristen CaluagMeredith Farley Angie PercivalSteve PercivalDan MoellerBill Medley

Jennifer HuntGreg Hunt Jennifer McGrew Jennifer KingMichele SchloughShannon SmithDanette Farrah Julie BuntonMikayla BuntonSusan HurstKatie Hurst

Steve HansonWendy HansonDesi Stout Janell LeeSydney Price Ashley SchwartzZane Raines

Carter RainesSara RainesCole Stanley Jaxon HumphreyCameron WoodsKim Woods Jill WilburnLondon CarringtonSally LeonardHallie BallLori Goodbary

Chrisha McGannCyone Harris Andrew HarrisDiane KingScott PetersRobbi KinnairdKim Kerr

Robert HallDennis GallopDebby GreshMissy Blevins Amy HeplerSarah RogersSherry ParksBecky Winn John Werhun Jessica WerhunLinda Wilmoth

Sidney Baker Josh Biby Jerry BlackKarla Mahan Jeff WilliamsKaren Endicott and

the Nursery Staff

…and for all of those who prayed for a successful VBS, or, who may have been inadvertently left from this list – thank y

thank you, thank you & God bless you! ~Anna Lisa Stanley, Children’s Director



It’s Time To Get Your GardenGrowing Again!

It’s not too late to purchase a TLCGreenhouse gift card!

Available for $20 each. All proceedssupport Student Ministries. Show your

garden some love!Contact Sherry Parks at 471-4354

Adopt a Box for Our TroopsLook forward to adopting a box and lling it for a military person! The boxes

will be at a display table in the Fellowship Hall from June 23 - July 17. Pick up a

list of needed items and some patriotic pages to color at the display table. Add apersonal note of encouragement. Once lled, please return the open boxes to the

table by July 17. The Blue Star Mother’s pack is scheduled to go to Peace Lutheran

on Danforth on July 23. Thank you!

-Becky Winn

Classics OutingTuesday, August 2

GospelfesMoore First Baptist Church9am to 4:30pm

301 NE 27th Street$35 per person

Good Food! Gospel Music!Comedy! Door Prizes!

Don’t miss it...you will be blesse

Call today:Ellen Chitwood 341-2859

or Winnie Hall 341-4297

Financial Reportfrom the Finance Committee

Through May general fund revenues are 106.3%

of budget. Year to date pledged giving is 108.2%

and non pledged giving is 109.4% of year to datebudget. General fund expenses are at 90.9 % of year to date budget. Year to date 2011

building fund revenue is behind mortgage payments by $20,875.70 and lags May 2010

building fund revenue by over $14,500.00. The year to date (YTD), through May 31,

011, revenue and expenses are shown below.

General Fund Building Fund

YTD Actual YTD Actual

Revenue $475,105.71 $92,770.70

Expense $405,886.88 $113,646.40

Excess/(Shortfall) $69,218.83 ($20,875.70)

PLEASE: Remember to note on your checks or envelopes to which church accounts you

want your contribution credited.

Prayers of the PeopleTHOSE IN NEED OF PRAYER Geri Moffatt, Willa Hill, LoriFuller, Virginia O”Niel, Kathy Lee, Reese Gates. Cathy Justice,Reta Clopton, Shirley Strasburg, Jill Wilburn, Margaret Hall,

John Werhun, Phil Fraim, Naomi Bell (Karen Walenciak’smom), Carol Sterling, Rose Marie McKee, Mary Lou Womble,

Barbara Hall, Bert Lindsay (Donna Clark’s dad), Dona Lee Denton (Carrie Akin’s sister), BillHamilton, Joe Samuels, Bart Rodr, Ann Douthitt (Duke Douthitt’s mom), Sharon Luton(Susan Black’s cousin), Ed Berry, Hank Thomas (Randy Thomas’ brother)

OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS To Bob & Kathy Thomas and Scott & Robbi Kinnaird in thepassing of their brother-in-law and uncle, Kenneth Stone, on June 10. Services were heldMonday, June 13.

Happy Birthday!6/19 Hallie Ball, Josh Biby, Amy Boohe

Mariah Danley, Andy Eischeid,

Marilyn Noles6/20 DeeAnn Flippin, Jacob McGrew 6/21 Shirley Brown, Theo Kinnaird,

Debi Taylor6/22 Dave Francis, Robert Rowley,

Preston Stout, Bomaonye Tienab6/23 Herb Davis, Alaina Hamilton,

Kelly Raines, Abigail Robertson6/24 Joe Biby, Ann Cather, Linda Hall

Bev Schmoyer, Hannah Stone6/25 Molly Haley, Susan Lide, Emily

Sarani, Don Wiechmann6/26 Bennett Stone

Special thanks to Connie Westhowho created the beautiful Pentec

Banner displayed in Sanctuary.



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Our Senior Minister, Rev. Chris Shorow, is currently on sabbatical. He began his

sabbatical on May 20. It concludes on September 5, 2011.

A sabbatical plan, including a list of job responsibilities and contact information, h

been prepared and reviewed by the Personnel Committee, Chris’s Pastoral Relations

Committee, and the staff.

Information from those plans has been included in a Sabbatical Guide which

isavailable at our Welcome Center or online at www.fccedmond.org/sabbatical.The church’s oce staff can help you get in touch with the appropriate contact

person. Call (405) 341-3544 for assistance.

To give us a small glimpse into his sabbatical experiences and the Shorow family

travels, Chris will blog occassionally and post pictures at www.fccedmond.org/

chriscrossings .

Loree RicePastoral Relations [email protected](405) 341-3710

Frank GreshModerator-Elect of the [email protected](405) 417-1977

Sabbatical PlanInformation Contac

Worshipat First Christian8:15, 9 & 11am

June 19, 2011 Father’s DayMessage: Rev. Dr. Jerry BlackScripture: Mark 1:16-20

June 26, 2011Message: Rev. Greg BuntonScripture: Isaiah 43:19

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