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NUMBER 2011-XX MAY 29, 2012

Bixby Knolls Christian Church, (a Disciples of Christ Church) (562) 426-0428

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IN THIS ISSUE -

~ NEWS & NOTES ~ REKINDLE ~ SHOE DRIVE ~ and so much more.....

Dear family,

Ive come to realize that one thing we at BKCC dont do very well is

toot our own horn. I know, its not good to toot ones own horn in

order to brag or boast; but on the other hand, sometimes it is good to

toot that horn, just to let others know that youre there and that

something good is happening.

For example, we are once again an official drop-off location for the Kim Foot and Ankle

Shoe Drive. I confess that I really dont know much about this shoe drive; or rather, I

didnt, until I did a little research last week. I learned that the Kim Foot and Ankle ShoeDrive annually collects over 15,000shoes, which benefits people in need here in Los Ange-

les County and throughout the world. The opportunity we have to be a part of such a wor-

thy cause is certainly something we should be tooting our horn about.

Another wonderful organization that our congregation supports is Centro Shalom, which

is one of many organizations and ministries started by the South Coast Interfaith Council.

According to its mission statement, Centro Shalom provides pathways to health and self-

sufficiency to the underserved and impoverished of greater Long Beach and the surrounding

communities through core services and multi-level assistance. On Sunday, June 10, Centro

Shaloms Director, Amelia Nieto, will join us in worship so that we can learn more about this

wonderful organization and the work it does.There are many more ways that our congregation helps bring wholeness to fragmented

world. Here at Bixby Knolls Christian Church, we are blessed to have so many opportunities

to respond to the Spirits restless urging, stirring us up to do good, just as Jesus taught us.

Pastor DannyA prayer for

Bixby Knolls Christian Church

Use me to bring wholeness to my

neighbor.

Use my church to bring wholeness to our

community.

Show us how your kingdom of shalom can

be made real on earth through us.

Prayers powerPrayers powerPrayers powerPrayers power

Prayer lays hold of Gods plan and becomes

the link between his will and its accomplish-

ment on earth. Amazing things happen, and we

are given the privilege of being

the channels of the Holy Spirits

prayer.

Elisabeth Elliot


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Graduation

SundayJune 10

Join us as we honor our

graduates in worship.

Bicycles!Bicycles!Bicycles!Bicycles!On May 19, Bixby Knolls Christian Church hosted a Bike

Safety Rodeo for the community. A number of children &

families from the church and the community attended. They got to navigate a

bicycle obstacle course, learning important safety tips along the way. They even

got to blend a fruit smoothie using pedal power! Many thanks to those who

helped out.

The following day, Kidical Mass took place on the streets of Bixby Knolls.

Over 300 children and adults participated on a community bike ride. Upon ar-

riving at their destination, they took part in a Blessing of the Bikes which was

led by Pastor Danny.

Rekindle: a new generation of worship.

Lively. Informal. Creative.

Sunday, June 24, 6:12pm

WELL

TAKE

NEW AND

USED

SHOES.


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At Pentecost, Gods Spirit gave the disciples

the ability to speak in languages that were

not their own a sure sign that the way of

Jesus is not exclusive, but inclusive and

welcoming of all people. One of the lan-guages we at BKCC are learning to speak is

the language of social media like facebook.

In recent weeks, our facebook page had a

reach of over 4,000 people! If you are on

facebook, be sure to like our BKCC face-

book page (www.facebook.com/

bixbyknollschurch). Visit the page often,

and be sure to click share so that our

reach can continue to grow!

Miracle on 43rd

Street is a unique service project

focuses on bringing the best of our gifts, re-

sources and talents as an expression of Gods

love and empowerment to a welcoming commu-

nity. This hands on work is a visible witness to

what it means to be one church!

It takes place June 27-July 1 at United Christian

Church in Los Angeles, a historically African-

American congregation in a mostly Spanish-

speaking neighborhood where 72% of the resi-

dents have never finished high school. It is one

of the most densely crowded neighborhoods in

southern California. The need for a Christian wit-

ness of healing and wholeness is great.

Help is needed to: paint the sanctuary; install

new flooring in the sanctuary; remove the pews;

clean and polish the pews; re-install the pews;

repair and paint drywall; replace light fixtures;

replace lamps; paint the dining hall; clean and

paint the cupboards in the kitchen; mend and

paint the wrought iron fencing; install irrigationand landscaping; re-stripe parking lots and as

with every church facility, theres always window

washing, general cleaning and closets to be or-

ganized.

In addition, there will be a Youth Experience

held in conjunction with Miracle Week; high

school youth from throughout the United States

will be coming to participate in mission projects

at United Christian Church (in conjunction with

Miracle Week) as well as at other locations in Los

Angeles. Evenings will include worship & a spe-

cial music concert. Pastor Danny is on the plan-

ning team for the youth event, so interested

youth should talk with him.

For more information regarding Miracle Week,

or to register, visit www.pswdw.com/events.


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Two of our Khmer church family

expressed their confession of faith on

Sunday, May 27.

Leslie Reese was baptized into the

church last Sunday as well.

Your church secretary will be taking

vacation from June 18-21.

To have your news, joys, or concerns included in next

months newsletter, send a note to Pastor Danny at

[email protected], or call the church office.

Shirley Dickison as she contin-

ues to build her strength from afall.

Esther Troxel, Marie ArcherSumbal Sardar as she continuesto work on her education.

Doug Hocanson (husband ofCathy Smith) for healing of Dougs medical condi-

tion .Anita & Eddie Ramirez (Gretchen Rughs sister and

brother-in-law) as they cope with challenges present

in their lives.

Summer CampLast chance for early-bird registrations! The cost for camp starts going up this week

Registration forms available at www.lochleven.org. Additional copies are available in the

church office.

Mini Camp is for those kids who will be in grades 2 & 3 in the fall of 2012. (July 1-4)

Junior Camp is for those who will be in grades 4-6 in the fall of 2012. (July 8-14)

Chi-Rho Camp is for those who will be in grades 7-8 in the fall of 2012. (July 15-21)

CYF 1 Camp is for those who will be in grades 9-10 in the fall of 2012. (July 22-28)

CYF 2 Camp is for those who will be in grades 11-12 in the fall of 2012, as well as those graduating in the

class of 12. (July 29-August 4)

All Ages Camp is for kids in grades 4-12. (August 5-11)

July 16-20Vacation Bible School


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PICNIC 2012This years annual picnic was filled with great food (no leftovers), music, singing, laughter and

exercise! Pastor Dannys bingo was a hit as we counted Ken Kobels push-ups, and when Adam

Rugh ran around the tree. There was softball and fun to be had by all. Cant wait for next

year!


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UPCOMING SCRIPTURES

June 3 - Isaiah 6: 1-8

June 10 - Mark 3: 20-22, 31-35

June 17 - Mark 4: 26-34

CHURCH STAFF:Pastor Daniel Bradfield

-MinisterMonica Lanz

-Church SecretaryBarbara Neal-Peebles

-Music Director/OrganistChristine Perkinson

- Church Child CareSuzie Romero

- Custodian

BOARD OFFICERS:David Rugh

-Board President

-Vice PresidentPat Cohen

-SecretaryAngela Hillig

- TreasurerChrysan Naw

- Financial SecretaryPhil OLaughlin

-Church Clerk

Check us out on Facebook

www.facebook.com/bixbyknollschurch

The Fellowship News

A publication of

Bixby Knolls Christian Church ofLong Beach (a Disciples of ChristChurch)

1240 E. Carson Street

Long Beach, CA 90807

www.bixbyknollschurch.org

Editor:

Monica Lanz

562-426-0428

[email protected] 562-426-0429

Pastor:

Daniel Bradfield

The Fellowship News is publishedtwice monthly.

Newsletter articles due

June 10

BIXBY KNOLLS

CHRISTIAN CHURCH(Disciples of Christ)

SUNDAY SCHEDULE:9:00 a.m. Sunday School for Adults10:15 a.m. Morning Worship and Childrens Church

OFFICE HOURS:Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Friday closed

Bixby Knolls Christian Church Softball

Schedule

6/9/2012

San Martin #1

2:30 Bixby vs Los Altos Meth 2

6/16/2012San Martin #2

2:30 Bixby vs Los Altos UCC

6/23/2012

San Martin #2

2:30 St Greg vs Bixby

6/30/2012

Bye - No Game Scheduled

7/7/2012

San Martin #1

2:30 Los Altos Meth 2 vs Bixby

7/14/2102

San Martin #2

2:30 Bixby vs Hope

7/21/2012

San Martin #1

3:40 Los Altos UCC vs Bixby

7/28/2012San Martin #2

2:40 Bixby vs St Greg

8/4/2012

Playoff Game If Necessary

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