july 2012 newsletter
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July 2012 NewsletterTRANSCRIPT
The summer is definitely here.
The heat is undeniable. Travel
plans are swirling. Trips to the lo-
cal pool define many schedules,
especially those with children. Bethany Com-
munity School is finishing up the June summer
program and soon it will be very quiet around
here.
If there is one thing that Bethany Christian
Church is known for in the community, it is the
Community School. Sure, we have wonderful
worship on Sundays; could teach classes about
hospitality; and, are known throughout the de-
nomination for our generosity. However, when
looking just outside our doors, the biggest im-
pact we make is with the Community School.
Every September, the halls fill with small children
and their parents. You can tell which kids have
been here before and which ones are new.
Sometimes, it’s that they are so small, 10
months is the starting age for the school. Most
of the time, it’s that they have that look on their
face of uncertainty. It doesn’t take very long
for that look to change, from uncertainty to ex-
citement.
The teachers greet each child with love and
support. The kids are shown the “Bethany way”
of treating all people with respect and using
our words to express ourselves. You can find in
the classrooms plenty of child appropriate
teaching tools making a wonderful environ-
ment. What sets us apart is the extras you’ll find
that will spark your interests just as much as the
children. From worm or ant habitats to child-
created museums of major works of art, there is
something special around every corner.
I ask each one of you to keep our preschool in
your prayers this summer as the teachers and
children take a break from the very good work
of learning and play. When the chance arises,
and it will, share the news about our wonderful
Bethany Community School. The website is
teeming with information for parents or even
you to find out more.
www.bethanycommunityschool.com
Kelli’s Kiln
Kelli
Vol. 20 Issue 7 July 1, 2012
Disciples Women, Past, Present, Future
Keynote: Reverend Leslie Dotson
Friday, October 5 and Saturday, October 6, 2012
Make plans now to attend the Northeast Area Disciples Women Retreat on October 5 and 6
at Camp Christian. The theme “Disciples Women, Past, Present, and Future” will be led by the
wonderful Reverend Leslie Dotson. The service project for the retreat will be Pack-A-Sacks for
homeless pantries in Northeast Oklahoma. The sacks, modeled after the ones that First Chris-
tian Church in Tulsa distributes each day, will be assembled at the retreat. Each gallon stor-
age bag will be filled with several of the following items in self-opening, individual servings:
Fruit cups/Applesauce/Pudding cups
Peanut butter/Cheese crackers
Beanie Weenies/Vienna Sausage
Chips/Pretzels
Small water/Juice
Breakfast/Granola bars
Plastic spoons and forks/napkin
Bethany Disciples Women will be collecting all these items in September; but please start sav-
ing any pre-packaged, take-out silverware that you don’t use now. They are perfect for
these mini-meal bags. There will be a collection box in the fellowship hall containing a sample
“Pack-A-Sack”. Your help is appreciated.
The first Disciples Women's meeting for the year will be
August 14 at 6:00 p.m. at Bethany Church. It will be a salad
supper. Each person bring your favorite
salad!
Breakfast Club
If you have not signed up please let Nancy know if you are coming so that we can insure
we will have a seat for you. You may respond to this e-mail or by phone, 918-492-2519.
Location and time follows:
When: Saturday July 21, 2012, @ 9:00 A.M.
Where: The Village Inn, 71st and Memorial
We hope to see you there! Philip & Nancy Gray [email protected]
On Sunday, July 8, Centenarians in the Northeast Area of Oklahoma
will be honored at an annual Benefit Concert, sponsored by the Northeast
Active Timers (NEATs), who provide programs and services for the
“chronologically gifted” (55+) With a focus on centenarians.
The theme of the 2:30 p.m. event will be “Celebrating Freedom,
Hope, and Centenarians. . And Woody Guthrie‘s 100th Birthday”.
The concert will be held in Peake Hall at Harvard Avenue Christian Church,
5502 S. Harvard. Featured musicians will be Guy & Phyllis Logsdon, noted musicians in
the Tulsa area and members of Boston Avenue Methodist Church, who will provide mu-
sic and history related to the life of Woody Guthrie. Guy, a native Oklahoman, is an in-
ternationally authority on western and cowboy music and poetry as well as the life,
times and music of Woody Guthrie. Phyllis, an accomplished musician and entertainer,
is a native of Okemah, the hometown of Woody Guthrie.
Following the concert, centenarians will be honored at a reception, hosted by
NEATs and Freedom Hospice. Richard Ziglar, executive director of NEATs,
will give special recognition and a gift to each centenarian at the concert.
The public is cordially invited to the benefit concert and reception. All donations
received at the concert will go for the support of NEATs programs and services.
For more information or to report the name of a centenarian, call NEATs 918-743-1303.
Directory Additions: You will find some address stickers in the back of the Sanctuary
Sunday for three people. Maurice Parker, Janelle Gillispie, and Janet Edge stickers may be
placed in the “notes” section of your directory. You can also write the changes in from the
information below. Please let the church office know of any corrections to your information
any time of the year!
Thank you, Marci [email protected] 918-492-1353
Please correct email address on pg. 9.
Email for Kathy Herwig should be: [email protected]
Please Delete on page 11:
(for Tommie and Aubra Kinyon)
cell: Tommie: 918-510-6984 and
Email: Josh: [email protected]
Tips for a GREAT PICNIC... IN THE SHADE!
Picnic Essentials
Whether you're planning a picnic to celebrate an occasion or simply enjoy a pleasant
summer afternoon, it's easy to make each picnic unique. The food, candles, flowers,
games, music, and other diversions you bring add a special touch. But no matter the oc-
casion, most every picnic requires some basic essentials. Consider the following:
For Transporting and Storage
Cooler fully stocked with ice or ice packs
Picnic basket
For Safety and Comfort
Picnic blanket or tablecloth
Low-standing picnic table
Cushions or pillows
Folding chairs
Antibacterial gel
Insect repellent
Anti-allergy medication
Sunscreen
Umbrella
For Serving
Utensils/plates/cups
Napkins/paper towels
Condiments
Bottle opener/corkscrew
Plenty of water/beverages
For Cleanup
Towelettes
paper towels
Trash bags
What Do You Know About Noah?
Everyone who has been to
Sunday School has heard about
Noah. He built the ark. Even Bill
Cosby knows that. But have you read
the story? Do you know what it
means for us today?
The story of Noah is the focus of
our Bible Study class this Sunday at
9:30 a.m. If you would like to join us,
please read Genesis 8:20-9:17.
Who: Northeast Area DOC Churches
When: August 19, 2012
Where: SKIATOOK CHRISTIAN
1102 W. Oak St. Skiatook, OK
Time: 4:00 p.m.
What: Annual Music Fest
Why: Uniting Churches in
The Northeast Area
For Fellowship and
Spiritual Enhancement “Everything that hath breath, lets praise the Lord.”
There will be cookies and refreshments following the event.
We welcome praise dance groups, quartets, ensembles, soloists, instrumen-
talist, monologues, stomp teams, skits, etc. To be a part of this exciting
program contact:
Shane 918-520-7455 email: Shane.Hickey@[email protected] or
Zenobia Mayo 918-694-1996 email: [email protected].
Elders Serving
(Bread, Wine)
July 1 Toni W. Imbler & Tommie Kinyon
July 8 Alice Jane Lanier & Kelly Kirby
July 15 Steve Fate & Toni Wine Imbler
July 22 Ruth Ann Fate & Steve Bowers
July 29 Marilyn Bowers & Geoff Brewster
Deacons Serving
(Door, Door, Acolyte, Prayer)
July 1 Judy Krase, Jesse Fate,
Steven Fate, Loren Krase
July 8 Steven Fate, Maria Taveau,
Megan Castles, Mike Cross
July 15 Loren Krase, Kathy Herwig,
Nick Crews, Judy Krase
July 22 Mike Cross, Steven Fate,
Jesse Fate, Maria Taveau
July 29 Nick Crews, Megan Castles,
Judy Krase, Kathy Herwig
July 1 Tom Madaj
July 2 David Riggs
July 10 Rachel Kirby
July 13 Tommie Kinyon
July 17 Georgann Peck
July 21 Peggy Cameron
July 25 Rebecca Riggs
July 26 Toni Wine Imbler
July 28 Eileen Lake
July 30 Jay Jones
July 31 Maria Taveau
Please report any corrections needed
July 1 Sunday School, join us at 9:15 a.m.
Worship begins at 10:45 a.m.
July 4 Independence Day; Office is Closed
July 8 Sunday School, join us at 9:15 a.m.
Worship begins at 10:45 a.m.
July 15 Sunday School, join us at 9:15 a.m.
Worship begins at 10:45 a.m.
July 21 Breakfast Club 9:00 AM at the Village Inn,
located at 71st and Memorial
July 22 Sunday School, join us at 9:15 a.m.
Worship begins at 10:45 a.m.
July 29 Sunday School, join us at 9:15 a.m.
Worship begins at 10:45 a.m.
Fifth Sunday Luncheon—TBA
August 4 All Church Retreat, 9a.m. to noon at Bethany Christian Church
Sept. 22 Save the Date: NEACCO Assembly 2012, more TBA
Serenity Group meets Sunday, Tuesday, and Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m.
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