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May 2018 Vol. 85, No. 5
A church dedicated to worship, spiritual nurture, peacemaking, service, and Christian unity.
THE SOWER Christian Temple (Disciples of Christ) 5820 Edmondson Avenue Baltimore, MD 21228-1929 Phone: 410-747-2041 Website: www.christiantemple.org; Email: [email protected] "Christian Temple Church" is on Facebook Office Hours: Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri 8AM—2PM; Tues 12-4PM Reverend Richard K. Powell, Minister Mark Wilson, Director of Music & Liturgy Andy Eaker, Pastoral Resident Beau Lochte, Chancel Bell Choir Director Robin Picanso, Office Administrator Cindy Wagner, Congregational Moderator
BE OUR GUEST AS THE LEGACY SOCIETY OF CHRISTIAN
TEMPLE CELEBRATES ITS FAMILIES WITH A SPECIAL
THANKS TO THE CALDWELL’S FOR THEIR LEADERSHIP!
WHEN:
WHERE: FELLOWSHIP HALL
SPECIAL GUESTS: DAVE AND KRIS CALDWELL
WHAT: JOIN US AS WE CELEBRATE FAMILY. KIDS
AND ADULTS, YOUNG AND OLD(ER), THIS IS
A DAY TO ENJOY ARTS, CRAFTS AND
DESSERTS!
WE WILL RECOGNIZE THE CALDWELLS’
LEADERSHIP OF THE LEGACY SOCIETY OVER
THE LAST FEW YEARS.
FOOD: STRAWBERRY DESSERTS AND ICE CREAM!
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difference right here where we live. “Making a differ-ence in the world” ranks right up there at the top of the list of reasons people choose their faith communities- right next to meaningful worship services.
Technology?
I remember carrying cassette tapes (along with the tape recorder) to homebound members so they could enjoy the audio version of the worship service- and that was cutting edge! Now, streaming and Youtube bring the whole sanctuary to us. And what about all that technolo-gy available to us in other ways. Are we more likely to read mail that arrives in the mailbox by our front door or the mail that lights up our screens? When it’s time to remind people of a meeting, do we phone, email, text, or send a PM message on Facebook.
Life is coming at us fast, and the word on the street is “be nimble”. If the church wants to be as important in the future as it has been in the past we need to be keenly aware of how the world is changing. In order to share the message of God’s promise of grace and requirement to do justice in the name of Jesus, we have to be light on our feet.
So, I invite us all to join together with the Future Story team to help us envision ministry emanating from Christian Temple five years down the road! Together we can turn what might otherwise be a scary future into an exciting adventure!
Shalom,
Rick
Contact any member of the Future Story Team with thoughts and suggestions The team is: Jimmy Sweet-Laughlin, Chair, Pat LaFon, Michael Stone, Bob Gerrett, Deb Kruse, Matt Bloedorn, Lexie Wick; Rick Powell and Cindy Wagner, Ex-Officio.
EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT!
“Christian Temple Hosts Community Groups in newly purchased Catonsville Storefront”
“Christian Temple Finds Path to Growth by Merging with Other Congregations”
“Christian Temple designs Sunday Evening Dinner Worship for Those Who Aren’t Sure
About Traditional Church”
Don’t worry, folks. This is fake news! All of these headlines came out of my head with the help of our newly formed Future Story Team, named by the official board.
These are all hypothetical headlines that may or may not appear in the Catonsville Times in April, 2023. Their purpose isn’t to predict the future, but to help us wonder together about how the church and our community might change in just five short years.
The ancient wisdom, “no one steps in the same river twice” has never been more true than it is now for the church.
Take worship. All of us who used to come to church out of obligation, or because there wasn’t much else to do on Sunday morning, now have tons of options. Soccer games, coffee shops, the garden, or just sleep-ing in a little on the one day we have to ourselves, have changed the landscape of what used to be the church’s special purview. At the same time, many of us hunger for the kind of connections and community the church offers- being in real time and space with other real people who care that we are there.
Or how about Christian Education?
While traditional Sunday school, Vacation Bible School, mid-week evening Bible studies and youth groups are being squeezed into small compartments of our kids’ busy schedules (somewhere between Japanese lessons and Yoga for Kids!) parents are say-ing now more than ever how they want their kids to know the stories of Jesus- how they want their kids to hang out with other kids they can trust.
Mission?
Once upon a time we enjoyed stories of people serv-ing God in faraway places and could be counted on to give money to those efforts. Now we want to make a
Cinco de Mayo (a day late!)
Please join us after worship on
Sunday, May 6th,
for an EMC celebration.
We will also recognize the
10 Year Anniversary of our
“new” sanctuary!
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Don’t Wait! Register for Vacation Bible School Now
We want to invite children from age 4 through those completing 5th grade to this year’s Vacation Bible
School (VBS), called Rolling River Rampage: Experience the Ride of a Lifetime with God. VBS will take
place from June 18-22 from 9 am-12 noon right here at Christian Temple. Kids will experience a Bible-
based good time in a camping/rafting environment as they learn the many ways they can experience God
in their lives. We will have a week filled with Bible stories, music, mission projects, crafts, science, a rep-
tile show, games, and a puppet show! It helps us out if you register now so that we can make sure we
have adequate volunteers and supplies for all the children who would like to attend.
To register for VBS, go to http://rrr.cokesburyvbs.com/CTemple or pick up a registration form at church.
For more information, contact Donna Goon at 410-750-1936 or at [email protected]. You may also
contact the church office at 410-747-2041.
Here’s An Updated List of Supplies We Still Need for VBS
Thanks to those of you who have brought in supplies for VBS! Here is a current list of things you might
have around the house that you could donate or lend to us. There is a purple box in the Gathering where
you can place these items:
• Stickers—Generic camping, rafting, outdoor themes
• Paper cups, 8oz. or larger (can’t be plastic)
• Freezer Paper
• Glitter paint
• Tracing paper
• Hula Hoops
• Empty Pizza box
• Craft Sticks (like popsicle sticks)
• 2 Liter Soda Bottles with caps (empty)
• Clear packing tape
• Bottle of white vinegar (Large)
• Empty peanut butter jars with lids
• Table tennis paddles
• Inflatable Rafts
• Bottle of Dark Cooking Oil
• Bottle of Vegetable Oil
• Liquid Starch
• Package of Cornmeal, 5 lb.
• Kayak or Canoe (for decorating purpos-es)
• Rope (10 ft., skinny but sturdy)
• Clothespins
• Small rocks and sticks
• Steel wire clips
Also, if you have a stash of craft supplies at home that you are no longer using, we’d be glad to come
to your house and pick them up to use for both VBS and our Children at worship programs.
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Summer Reading Wish List
At Paul's Place, we try to give our kids as many
summer reading books as we can. We have an
Amazon Wish List of the new books we would like
to get. If you'd like to purchase books for our kids,
we need them delivered to Paul's Place by Friday
May 25th. You can either have them delivered through Amazon, or
purchase them and bring to the church.
The link to our wish list is: https://goo.gl/JnjCBQ
Magic Carpet
The second Saturday in June, artists Jessie Unterhalter and Katey
Truhn will be joining Christian Temple children in designing and
painting a sidewalk mural for the Christian Temple community
playground. (The Magic Carpet) This project is to connect our
children to the community through collaboration and hands on
creation of a public painting. The artwork will enhance the visual
experience of the playground and give the children a sense of
ownership and pride in their environment. Think paint by num-
bers on a bigger scale! The artists will spend several days prepping
the surface, painting in the design, prepping materials etc. On
Saturday June 9 the kiddos will be invited to paint in the design
onto the playground sidewalk. We will be asking the children to
split into two painting teams..
Parents: Tentatively mark your calendars for Saturday June 9th in the morning for a 10:00 time slot or a 12:00 time slot. This is contingent on the counties approval, which we are still waiting for. Stay tuned for more information...
Who is that mystery man sited at the CYF Talent Show
last month?
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Brochures are available in the Gathering, but the most complete information will be found by visiting www.cccadisciples.org/camp .
NEW this year is an online Camper Registration and Payment System. Access this system by using the following link:
https://app.campdoc.com/!/home/auth/login?r=ccca
This new registration process allows campers/parents to sign up for any of the 2018 CCCA-sponsored camps and conferences, complete medical forms, enter Scholarship and other discount codes, and make payments in one sitting! Although online registration is encouraged, we are still happy to assist you with the traditional registration process if pre-ferred. Contact the church office by phone (410-747-2041) or email ( [email protected] ).
Scholarship applications are located on www.christaintemple.org , in the Gathering, and in this Sower. Please complete an application for each camper your are registering. This will allow you to receive Christian Temple’s scholarship code and a 50% discount. Please return your scholarship appli-cations to the church office by email or drop-off. (Applications are limited to one camp/conference per camper for the season.)
Pastor Rick Powell sits with Christian Temple member, Sherry Welch, during the first meeting of the reconstitut-ed Citizens Advisory Board for the Spring Grove Hospital in Catonsville. Anyone who has questions or suggestions for connecting Spring Grove to the life of our communi-ty is welcome to contact ei-ther Rick or Sherry.
CCCA
Women’s Spring Retreat June 1-3, 2018
Join us at The Conference Center at
Bethany Beach for renewal, reconnec-
tion, reflection, and relaxation!
“Disciples Women in Conversation”
BOOK CLUB Book Club meets most months to review the latest book read. Join them in church library for some lively and fun discussions.
Upcoming Schedule:
A Gentlemen in Moscow by
Amor Towles (Library copies are in
great demand--so put yourself on
the reserve list early.)
Questions? Contact Lyman Goon
THEOLOGY ON TAP
Friday, June 1 (7 PM)
Matthews 1600 in Catonsville
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Come on Thursdays (6:15-7:15 PM)
to a Zumba party in the Fellow-ship Hall! No dance skills needed! Just the ability to move and have fun! Our experienced instructor, Maria Thomas, is full of energy and vitality. There is never a dull moment in her classes! The cost is just $5 every time you participate (no need to pay in advance). Maria will donate 50% of the nightly proceeds to the church!
MAY BIRTHDAYS!
7 – 8:30 PM
Join us for an opportunity to talk
about the social justice issues
of the day with friends from
Christian Temple.
This month we will be meeting at
the home of :
Rick & Jayna Powell
630 Coleraine Road
Join us!
Second Sundays meets monthly
25 Doug Kruse
26 Conner January
Joe Pettit
27 Jesse Fisher
Johnnie Fries
28 Daniel Broadwater
29 Jean O'Donnell
30 Amy January
Alaina Redwinski
4 James Pugh
5 Andra Williams
6 James Byrne
Bill LaVeck
Taylor Malinofsky
Michael Saks
7 Steve Moore
8 Amelia Haymes
Bronwyn Haymes
9 Michael January
12 Bruce Nichols
14 Katie Manger
16 Nick Gough
17 Evan Barnes
18 Matthew Cerame
Liam Davis
Dan Guonjian-Pettit
Dawn January
20 Micah Powell
21 Andy Eaker
23 Kelly Mueller
Friends having fun during Children at Worship!
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Rick Powell will be leading a discussion of the book “Everything Happens for a Reason- And Other Lies I’ve Loved” by Kate Bowler.
No need to purchase the book in order to enjoy the discussion.
Setting a place at the table for persons of all gender expressions and sexual identities in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
To subscribe to the newsletter Crossbeams or learn more about the Disciples LGBTQ+ Alliance, please visit: http://disciplesallianceq.org/
Monday, May 14! All Women Invited!
Join us for the Women’s Group Movie Night! Questions? Contact Jayna Powell
Christ in Culture
Women's Group
Catonsville Farmers’
Market
Wednesdays
10:00-1:00
Christian Temple Parking Lot
CYF Flower Sale Pick-up
Thursday, May 10 Christian Temple
4-6 PM
Graduate Sunday
June 10th
Senior Dessert Is someone in the
family graduating from high school or college?
If so, please let the church office know! We want to make sure to
honor your graduate at the annual Senior Dessert held on
June 10th.
Exact time is still to be determined, but the event will be
held in the evening.
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Acolyte: TBD
Transportation Team: Jones (To), Helme (Home)
Children at Worship: Sonja Scott, Andra Broadwater
Communion Bread: Pat LaFon
Communion Set-up/Clean-up: Kathy Gobbel, Vaughn Ouellette
Deacons: Kathy Stansbery, Gloria Todd
Elders: Vaughn Ouellette (Offering), Kathy Gobbel (Communion)
Greeters: Matt & Cathy Bloedorn
Lay Reader: Doug Brice
Ushers: Amy Luking
Stewards: Sarah Broadwater, Natalie Nichols, Jamie Pugh,
Harry Hite, Tyler Getz
Sunday, May 6
10:30 AM Morning Worship
11:45 AM Fellowship Hour
Cinco Day Mayo– A day late!
Monday, May 7
9:00 AM Counters
3:30 PM SCC/Counseling Clinic
5:30 PM Shelter Meals
6:30 PM Family Support Group
7:30 PM AA
Tuesday, May 8
3:30 PM SCC/Counseling Clinic
6:30 PM Admin. Meeting
7:00 PM Bell Choir Practice
7:30 PM NA
Wednesday, May 9
9:30 AM Bible Study
3:30 PM SCC/Counseling Clinic
6:30 PM NAMI Family to Family Class
Thursday, May 10
9:30 AM VBS Planning Meeting
9:30 AM PATH Baby Buddies
3:30 PM SCC/Counseling Clinic
4:00 PM CYF Flower Sale Pick-up
6:15 PM Zumba
6:15 PM The Well
7:30 PM Chancel Choir Practice
Friday, May 11
3:30 PM SCC/Counseling Clinic
7:00 PM AA
8:00 PM Al Anon
Saturday, May 12
Please note that this may not be a complete listing of all the activities taking place at Christian Temple during any given week. If you have any questions, please contact the event's coordinator or the church office for the most up to date information. Thank you!
Life at Christian Temple!
• Friendly Reminder- We hope you will consider submitting
your pledge card this Sunday. Cards are available on the Chris-
tian Temple website, in the Gathering, and also in the Sanctu-
ary’s pew racks. Making an annual commitment will allow
Christian Temple to responsibly plan for its ministries in the next
church year. Thank you! P.S. Don’t forget to put your name on
your pledge card!
• CYF Flower Pick up– If you ordered any flowers, they will be
ready for pick-up on Thursday May 10th 4-6PM at Christian
Temple.
• Coming Soon! In order to be sensitive to those with food aller-
gies, we will be offering gluten free communion. If you would
benefit from this dietary accommodation, please contact Bonnie
Ouellette at 410-313-9661. We want to make sure we have
enough supplies for those who are interested.
• Senior Dessert- Is someone in the family graduating from high
school or college? If so, please let the church office know! We
want to make sure to honor them at the annual Senior Dessert
held on June 10th.
• Vacation Bible School will be held June 18-22 (9 AM– Noon)
Rolling River Rampage: Experience the Ride of a Lifetime with
God. To register as a camper or volunteer for VBS, please go
online to http://rrr.cokesburyvbs.com/CTemple or pick up a
registration form at church. For more information, contact Donna
Goon at 410-750-1936 at [email protected]. You may also
contact the church office at 410-747-2041.
• Save the Date! The Legacy Society will be hosting a Strawberry
Social on Sunday, May 27th from 12:00 to 1:30 in Fellowship
Hall. All are Welcome! Bring Family & Friends!
• NAMI Walks– June 2, 2018 For more information or to register
for the walk, visit www.namiwalks.org/maryland
May 6, 2017
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Anyone who would like to see the planned Super Royal Farms restaurant for Edmondson Avenue (near Harlem Avenue) is welcome to view the plans below.
Community News
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Kitchen Clean-up
• Please clean up immediately following any use of the kitchen.
• All leftover food must be taken home with you. Please do not leave any leftovers in the refrigerator/freezer. They will be removed and likely need to be disposed of immediately. (The exception to this rule will be commercially packaged condiments and sealed bottles of water, juice, etc... These will be tossed out prior to their expiration date.)
• After an event, remove trash bags and place them in the outside trash containers. Remember to securely close the lids.
• Please make sure that counters are cleaned and cleared of food and debris.
• Following directions at the sink area, please wash used cooking and serving items. Do not leave dishes sitting out to air dry. Please towel dry all washed items and put them away properly.
• Please check to make sure that the oven has been turned off.
• Place unused paper products in the pantry.
Thank you for helping us to keep Christian Temple’s
kitchen clean and healthy to use!
Note: Proper food storage is critical and a requirement of the Health Department. Please let the office know if you are planning to place any food in the refrigerator or freezer prior to an event. All food items should be completely wrapped and labeled with your name and event, ingredients, and date of preparation. Unopened, prepackaged commercial food items are okay as long as they have an expiration date and ingredient listing. Please still label these items with your name and event.
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May 2018 May 6 May 13 May 20 May 27
Acolyte TBD TBD TBD TBD
Annette Joehnk Jones (To)
Helme (Home)
Byers
Pence
Preisinger
LaFon
Goon
Woodard
CAW:
Sonja Scott
Andra Broadwater
Andra Broadwater TBD Erin Fisher
Beth Wescott
Church Closer N/A N/A N/A N/A
Communion
Bread Baker Deb Kruse Deb Kruse Deb Kruse Deb Kruse
Communion:
Set up/Clean up Kathy Gobbel
Vaughn Ouellette
Michael Stone
Lexi Wick
Chuck Mills
Michelle Mills
TBD
Deacons
*Team Leader
Kathy Stansbery
Gloria Todd
Lisa Nichols
Michelle Mills
Jean O’Donnell
Lexi Wick
Michael Stone
Chuck Mills
Lisa Nichols
Michelle Mills
Jean O’Donnell
Lexi Wick
Michael Stone
Chuck Mills
Lisa Nichols
Michelle Mills
Stan Stansbery
Joan Bosmans
Bobbi McIntyre
Chuck Mills
Elders:
Offering
Communion
Vaughn Ouellette
Kathy Gobbel
Sherry Welch
Glenn Helme
P.E. Sue Medicus
Kathy Gobbel
Ray Bosmans
Barbara Cheadle Lyman Goon
Fellowship Hour EMC Celebration Mother’s Day Wed. Bible Study Memorial Day
Greeters Matt & Cathy
Bloedorn
Matt & Cathy
Bloedorn
Matt & Cathy
Bloedorn
Matt & Cathy
Bloedorn
Lay Readers Doug Brice Valerie Sipes Bob Andrews Lynn Andrews
Ushers Amy Luking Amy Luking Amy Luking Amy Luking
Stewards
Sarah Broadwater
Natalie Nichols
Jamie Pugh
Harry Hite
Tyler Getz
Sarah Broadwater
Natalie Nichols
Jamie Pugh
Harry Hite
Tyler Getz
Sarah Broadwater
Natalie Nichols
Jamie Pugh
Harry Hite
Tyler Getz
Sarah Broadwater
Natalie Nichols
Jamie Pugh
Harry Hite
Tyler Getz
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CHRISTIAN TEMPLE (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) 5820 EDMONDSON AVENUE BALTIMORE, MD 21228-1929
Welcome Statement
Christian Temple is an Open and Affirming congregation of the Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ). For us, this means that we cherish all God’s children and welcome
everyone to Christ’s table of grace as we ourselves have been welcomed. We are
especially intent on deepening our congregational welcome to anyone for whom church
has not felt like a safe place.
Our community of faith includes members of the LGBTQ community and ranges widely
in age, physical and mental abilities, family and economic situations, marital status,
gender, skin color, ethnicity, and political convictions.
Join us as we seek to embody the realm of God through our diversity, celebrate the
grace of God through our worship, and share the love and justice of God from our
doorsteps to the ends of the earth.