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NUMBER 2011-13 SEPTEMBER 20, 2011

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

Dear friends,

I love trees. In nature, I love how trees can completely transform a landscape.

A field of Joshua trees can appear playful or eerie; a grove of red firs or red-

woods, holy; and standing in the shade of an oak tree on a warm day is sooth-

ing and peaceful.

Most of the trees in the city were planted by humans. Many of us live on streets lined with trees.

Trees add a calming effect to neighborhoods. Communities with lots of trees have lower crime rates,

higher property values, and a greater sense of peace.

Trees take a long time to grow. Most of the mature trees we enjoy were planted by previous

generations. We are the beneficiaries of their generosity.

In the neighborhood in which our church is located, there are a number of people and groups

committed to planting and caring for trees, so that our urban forest will continue to grow and flour-

ish. I myself have helped plant trees in two different locations in our community. Planting trees is an

act of hope and faith.

65 years ago, the seeds of faith were first planted at Bixby Knolls Christian Church. The commit-

ment, generosity, and sacrifice of our congregations founders and early members have grown into

the beautiful ministry we have today.

Now its our turn, to act with faith and hope, to plant and care for the ministry that will benefit

generations present as well as generations yet to come.

Blessings,Pastor DannyPastor DannyPastor DannyPastor Danny

Pastor Danny rests beneath a Moreton Bay Fig Treethat was planted by Jotham and Margaret Bixby

over 130 years ago.

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IN THIS ISSUE -

~ NEWS & NOTES~

SUPPER~

and so much more.....

NO WORSHIP & WONDER ON OCT 2 & NOV 6


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_~|z y AAAAAAa volunteer to runthe Alternative Christmas. The Alternative

Christmas is typically at the beginning of Advent

which is November 27. The earlier the leg workgets started, the better. Last year it was handled

by Chuck Fowler who did an outstanding job of

leaving detailed notes including contacts. Invite,ask what is needed, call to confirm, greet when

arrive its pretty much laid out and just needs

someone (or more than one) to take care of it.

Serving our Lord comes in many different

forms. Please consider volunteering. ContactMonica.

New &Prospective

Members

ClassA five-week class for anyone who wants to learn a

little more about Bixby Knolls Christian Church and

the Disciples of Christ. Note the schedule, which has

been revised: choose from Tuesday mornings at

9:00 or Wednesday evenings at 7:00. Classes will

begin September 20/21.

Come join us for worship on October 2. A

number of exciting things will be happening!Its World Communion Sunday, and we will

mark the day with a combined/bilingual worship ser-

vice at 10:15. There will be special music from the

BKCC praise band as well as the Cambodian choir,

and a message by Pastor Danny.

October 2 is also the day we bring to a close our

fall stewardship campaign. Please bring your pledges

to worship that morning as we dedicate them to God.

Then, join us after worship for our annual multi-

cultural potluck in the fellowship hall.

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AFTER SEPT 1, RALPHSREQUIRESTHERENEWALOFYOUR COMMUNITY PARTNERSCONTRIBUTIONCARDEVERY

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NEXTTIMEYOUSHOP, AND RALPHSWILLSCANITANDLINKITTOYOURREWARDSCARD. PLEASECALLMEIF

YOUWOULDLIKEARENEWALLETTERMAILEDTOYOU. PLEASETAKETHETIMETODOTHIS. EVERYTIME

YOUSHOP, YOUHELPUSMEETON BKCC ANNUALBUDGET. SANDY 427-4387

WATCHFORYOUR VONSNEWSLETTERWITHTHEMAIL-INCOUPONFORRENEWINGORYOUCANGOONLINETOWWW.ESCRIP.COMTORENEW.

CWF Bake SaleSunday, October 16th during Coffee Hour.


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Wednesday Night DinnerEvery Wednesday, 6:00-7:00

Join us in the fellowship hall for food & conversation.

If the weathers nice, well eat outdoors on our patio!

The dinner is pay-what-you-can.

A basket will be provided for donations.

(Note: Sept. 28, we will dine in room 115.)

For Sharon Lebotthat she may healfrom a serious infec-tion so she may stay

with her motherwhile she is in her

final stages. Also prayers for Sharons mother,Shirley, that her pain will lessen.

For Toni Mills who is healing from a broken hip.

For Laurel Henrickson who is healing from 7hours of surgery on her elbow. She is now at CountyVilla.

Also keep in prayer the niece of Betty Jo Williamsonwho was diagnosed with lung cancer and is in ICU.

Praise and prayer for former BKCC member TomSolan and family as they legally adopted 3 children.

A request from Ken Kobel for the friends and familyof Rafael Villalobos who was a fellow hockey playerand friend who died in a motorcycle accident.

For friends of Gretchen Rugh, Laurie & Larry for thehealing of their niece who is recovering from brainsurgery; and for strengh as she helps care for herfather recovering from 2 heart attacks & surgery.

In September, the

Christian Womens

Fellowship will begin

meeting again.

Mary group will meet on 1st Thursday at

9:30am in room 115;Group leader - Sandy Jeglum 427-4387

Esther Group meets after the 10:00am Prayer

Circle on the 4th Tuesday;

Group Leader - Lillian Hester 310 /691-3999

Ruth group meets on the 3rd Tuesday at

7:00pm. (correction)

Group Leader - Pat Cohen 920-1485

All women of the church are invited to participate

in any one of the CWF group that fits your sched-ule. For more information, call the group leaders.

The greatness of God rouses fear within us,but his goodness encourages us not to be afraidof him. To fear and not be afraid -- that isthe paradox of faith. -A.W. Tozer


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a bible quiz

1. What apostle was almost done in by forty men waiting to ambush him at Jerusalem? Acts 23:21-23

2. What stinging accusation of the Jews finally convinced Pilate to allow Jesus to be executed? John 19:12

3. Who did Abraham banish to the desert? Genesis 21:14

4. Who stole idols from her father? Genesis 31:195. To what earthy woman did Jesus say, God is a spirit?John 4:24

6. Who criticized her famous brother for being married to an Ethiopian woman? Numbers 12:1

7. What woman had such an influential life that Israel had forty years of peace? Judges 5:31

8. What bird did John hear crying in a loud voice, Woe, woe to the inhabiters of the earth? Revelation 8:13

9. Who had a late night visit from an angel, who assured him that he would be safe aboard a storm-tossed ship?

Acts 27:23-24

10. Who was the first person to practice wine-making? Genesis 9:20-21

and how many did you get right?

For more information, or to register, visit

www.gathering2012.org.

A word of thanks from Habitat for Humanity.

...Thank you for your generous gift of $236.62

in support of our mission. Your investment is

helping build homes and hope in partnership

with hardworking families in Greater Los

Angeles.

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles

has built and rehabilitated over 350 homes, and

without community partners like Bixby Knolls

Christian Church these project would not be

possible. Together, we will ensure that hard-

working families continue to have safe, decent

and affordable homes, and that they enjoy the

benefits that this provides for years to come.

Bring a smile... on Thanksgiving!

Faith in Action is preparing for Thanksgiving and need

help to deliver Thanksgiving meals to homebound sen-iors and disabled adults in the South Bay area!

Last year over 1,225 meals were delivered.

Contact FIA / VAA to learn how you can help make adifference this year on Thanksgiving!

Information or to volunteer call Thelma Nieto at562.637.7103 or at [email protected]

The next few weeks,

no one has signed up

to prepare the coffee

fellowship.

Please think about

doing a Sunday Cof-

fee Fellowship. This is an important part of our

Sunday morning experience. The coffee is always

made by Ken Brown or Jim Hardeman, so all that

is needed is a punch and cookies. If no one is

signed up, Pat has graciously set out cookies and

made the punch and then is left with the clean up.

If you cant set out cookies because of worship

service commitments, please offer to clean up af-

ter church. It doesnt take more than 20 minutes.


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Bill Maddy continues his rehab at Bixby Towers.

He wishes to express his appreciation for all the

prayer support and cards he receives.

Double doses of congratulations are extended

to new grandmother, Angela Hillig, great-

grandma Betsy Hillig, aunt Kirsti and uncle TJ.

Mom, Keri delivered, one boy (Skyler James

France at 9:20am at 6.2 pounds and one girl

Kiyli Nowell France at 9:49am at 5.2 pounds

on Thursday, Sept 15. All are doing well.

Lydia Sykes to praise God as she recovers from

hip surgery. Lydia will not be able to return to

church without transportation.

To have your news, joys, or concerns included innext months newsletter, send a note to Pastor Danny at

[email protected], or call the church office.

Check us out on Facebook

www.facebook.com/bixbyknollschurch

A prayer forBixby 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.

SPEAK TO GOD

RAISE YOUR VOICE

IN SONG

or

RAISE YOUR HANDS TO

RING

and PRAISE HIM

Choir meets each Wednesday, 7pmHandbells meet each Monday, 7pm

Hear the joy you will bring.

When I stand before God at the end of my life,

I would hope that I would not have a single bit

of talent left and could say, I used everything

you gave me.

Erma Bombeck

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