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The Chalice
A publication of First Christian Church of Edmond, OK
Vol. 3 No. 21 June 9, 2011
CONNECTION
Fan the FlameRev. Greg Bunton, Associate Minister of Student Ministries
This Sunday,
June 12, is
Pentecost
Sunday. It is
the day we
celebrate thegift of the Holy
Spirit in the
world and in
our lives, and it just so happens to be
my absolute favorite celebration of the
Christian year! Wind, fire, speaking in
tongues! Now thats a God moment!
I enjoy Pentecost because it engages
all of the senses, and when the Spirit
blows through, nothing, and no one,
is left untouched. So was the case for
the Apostles on that Pentecost whenthe Spirit fell like tongues of fire upon
them. They were changed; transformed.
They had new life breathed into them,
and that new life gave them the power
to transform others. And that they did!
They fanned the flame of the Spirit
that was given to them, and that flamebecame a wildfire that swept through all
those gathered, transforming hearts and
lives!
Pentecost is also the birthday of the
church. It is now, with the help of the
Spirit, that the Apostles begin reaching
out with the good news of Jesus
Christ to all who would listen. Faith
communities began to be built, churches
were started, and the wildfire continued
to spread.
It has now been over 2000 yearssince that life changing Pentecost,
and the Spirit is still moving; the goo
news is still being spread, lives are sti
being changed. We are witness to
that. If you were present at our 9:15
table conversations this past Sunday
you can attest to the movement of thSpirit. And if you came to worship,
you couldnt help but feel the powerf
presence of God. First Christian Chu
of Edmond is alive with the Spirit!
Just like the Pentecost the Apostles
experienced, this Pentecost Sunday
promises to engage our senses. Com
hear the voice of God, feel the warm
of the Spirit, and see what the life
changing power of the risen Christ is
doing! Come, fan the flame with us!
Our Sunday Morning Schedulefor June 12, 19 and 26
9:15am: Table ConversationsEach Sunday morning at 9:15, we willgather around round tables in Fellowship
Hall to share our stories.
10:45am: Unied Worship
Our Table Conversations experience
will be followed by a fellowship gathering,
hosted by Membership Ministries. Children
in 3rd through 5th grade will take part in
the June 12 Table Conversations. 6th
through 12th grade will join each week.
www.fccedmond.org/renew
Life On The EdgeRev. Greg Bunton, Associate Minister of Student Ministries
Summer is here, which means another
great mission trip is just around the
corner. Our students and sponsors have
been preparing since January for the
trip, and now we are only weeks away
from departure!
This year our students are participating
in a musical tour. 28 students, 12
adults, and 3 college interns will spend
two weeks on the road traveling across
the country sharing the musical, Life
on the Edge, with churches in Missouri,
Tennessee, Kentucky, Illinois, Iowa,
Kansas, and Oklahoma! While on
the road, we will also spend 5 days in
Nashville at the General Assembly of the
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ),
and will perform at the youth assembly
as well as sing in an all-assembly cho
for closing worship.
Join us Sunday, June 19, when
our students will be sharing a piece o
music from the show during our uni
worship, and on Wednesday, July
when they will offer the entire music
their homecoming performance.
We thank you for your support of
our fundraisers that have made this
possible, and we invite you to begin
praying for our students and our trip
We leave on Wednesday, July 6 and
return on Wednesday, July 20. We
forward to the ministry that lies ahea
and we cant wait to share our music
with you when we return!
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Childrens Summer Sunday School Schedule:
June 5-26 - Sunday School 9:15-10:15
Age 3 - 2nd Grade will meet in their regular classrooms
June 12: 3rd, 4th, & 5th grades will meet in the Fellowship
Hall as part of the re:New process.
June 19 & 26: All ages meet in their regular classrooms
July 3-August 7 Sunday School 10:00-10:50
All ages meet in their regular classrooms
Meet the Childrens Summer
Sunday School Teachers!Melissa & Kacy VanOsdol - 3s, 4s, & PreK
Jill Wilburn - 3s, 4s, & PreK
Kristen Caluag - 3s, 4s, & PreK
Jennifer King - Kindergarden & 1st Grade
Chrisha & Ryan McGann - Kindergarden & 1st Grade
Cole Stanley - 2nd Grade
James Kerr - 2nd Grade
Julie Bunton - 2nd Grade
Nancee Roberson - 3rd & 4th Grade
Sharon Mullins - 3rd & 4th Grade
Larry Mullins - 3rd & 4th Grade
Are you ready for
the Adventure?Hurry and Sign Up NOW!Monday, June 13 - Thursday, June 16Dinner is from 6:00 to 6:30pm and
VBS lasts until 8:45 PMChildren ages Preschool (must be
diaper independent!) through 5th Grade
Registration$15 includes a CD and t-shirt (while
they last) at www.fccedmond.org/vbsTime is running out! Register Now!
Experience:At PandaMania, kids will discover
that God is wild about them! Kids willexperience Party Time Sing and Play,Wild Bible Adventures, Crazy Craftsand Missions, Bamboo Blast Games
and Rowdy Wrap-up celebrations...all with their Bamboo Crew!
Come join the fun!
Volunteers:If you have questions or are unsure
what you are doing contact ourdirectors.
URGENT!We are still in need of a Preschool
Bible Adventure Story Teller!Will YOU step up and make a
difference?
Giant Decorating Party!Saturday, June 11
9am - 2pmChildcare and lunch will be provided.
Come join us as we transform thebuilding into PandaMania!
Please Pray for VBSLeaders, Volunteers an
that a childs life might betouched by our efforts!
Questions?Contact our Directors
Shannon [email protected]
Courtney [email protected] Lisa Stanley
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Its Time To Get Your GardenGrowing Again!
Its 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
Prayers of the PeopleTHOSE IN NEED OF PRAYER Virginia ONiel, Kathy Lee,
Reese Gates. Cathy Justice, Reta Clopton, Shirley Strasburg,Jill Wilburn, Margaret Hall, John Werhun, Phil Fraim,Naomi Bell (Karen Walenciaks mom), Carol Sterling, Rose
Marie McKee, Mary Lou Womble, Barbara Hall, Bert Lindsay (Donna Clarks dad), DonaLee Denton (Carrie Akins sister), Bill Hamilton, Joe Samuels, Bart Rodr, Ann Douthitt(Duke Douthitts mom), Sharon Luton (Susan Blacks cousin), Ed Berry, Hank Thomas(Randy Thomas brother)OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS To Dennis & Alicia Galyon in the passing of Dennisdad, Merle Galyon, on May 30. Services were held in Wichita, KS, on June 2 ANDto Ruth Mundy in the passing of her husband, Walter Johnson (John) Munday, of
Jacksonville, FL, on June 3. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 11 inJacksonville, FL
The First Christian ChurchChild Care Center has a few
spots remaining in our PrivatKindergarten class for the 201
2012 school year.We offer a full day program w
a certied teacher
and a faith based curriculumIf you are interested, please
contact the Child Care Centeoce at 341-2626.
Happy Birthday!6/12 Lily Percival, Evelyn Robins
Crystal Vazquez
6/13 Broderick Bunton, Jacob FinThomas, Connie Huston, KyMaxwell, Linda Quade
6/14 Carla Clark6/15 Michelle Hoppe, John
Meadows6/16 Ken Kysar, Sherry Parks, Ju
Shaffstall6/17 Hub Caldwell, Don Hiebert6/19 Hallie Ball, Josh Biby, Amy
Booher, Mariah Danley, And
Eischeid, Marilyn Noles
Sarah Combs
Daughter ofJohn Combs and Donna Comb
Master of Divinity
Vanderbilt University
ConGRADulationsCollege Graduates!
Few things are more exciting than Independence Day. Celebrating the 4thof July and the Declaration of Independence is one of the hallmark eventsof any calendar year. Firework displays, musical concerts, parades, andfamily gatherings typify our cherished, patriotic, and national spirit. Andour church family is no exception to this spirit. So, in conjunction with
the Edmond Liberty Fest Parade on July the 4th, 2011, we will continueour First Christian Church tradition of celebrating Freedom Festthe freedistribution of hot dogs, chips, water, and watermelon to parade attendees.This wonderful event affords us the perfect opportunity to partnerwith our community in serving others and to demonstrate our deepcommitment to radical hospitality.
Join us on this day of national patriotism, community celebration, andgrand moment of faith in action. Sign-up this Sunday at the table displayin the rotunda or online at fccedmond.org/freedomfest to serve with usand/or make donations.Your Evangelism Ministry Team
Freedom Fest 2011
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Worshipat First ChristianTable Conversations at 9:15
Unied Worship at 10:45
June 12, 2011 PentecostMessage: Rev. Greg Bunton
Scripture: Acts 2:1-21
June 19, 2011 Fathers DayMessage: Rev. Dr. Jerry Black
Scripture: Mark 1:16-20
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, Chriss 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 atwww.fccedmond.org/sabbatical.
The churchs 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 Rice
Pastoral Relations Committee
Chair
(405) 341-3710
Frank GreshModerator-Elect of the Board
(405) 417-1977
Sabbatical PlanInformation Contac