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The Chalice

A publication of First Christian Church of Edmond, OK

CONNECTION

Asking Good QuestionsBy Rev. Chris Shorow, Senior Minister

Vol. 4 No. 6 February 16, 2012

Isidor Rabi,the Nobellaureate inphysics forhis work

on nuclearmagneticresonance,was onceasked,

Why did you become a scientist,rather than a doctor or lawyer orbusinessman, like the other immigrantkids in your neighborhood?

Rabi responded, My mothermade me a scientist without everintending it. Every other Jewish mother

in Brooklyn would ask her child afterschool, Nu, did you learn anythingtoday? But not my mother. Izzy,she would say, Did you ask a goodquestion today? That differenceasking good questionsmade mebecome a scientist.

I like that insight, because I thinkthat asking good questions makesone a good Christian as well. Wedont come to church to be spoonfed our faith. We come with serious

concerns and questions about our life,its meaning and what we are called tobe and do. I have rediscovered thosequestions once again while meetingwith our Pastors Class kids. Thesefifth-graders preparing for baptism asksome of the best faith questions I haveever heard. And it makes me thinkabout my faith as well. You cant takeanything about your faith for grantedwith these kids around!

One of the things I have taken for

granted has been my Lenten journey.I have always routinely given some-thing up for Lent, like chocolate. Butthis year our church will be focusingnot on giving up, but on taking on forLent. Our study and worship focusis Chocolate for Lent, based on themovie Chocolat. Our journey begins

on February 26th. We had a wonder-ful gathering last Sunday to watch themovie in preparation for our Lentenjourney, and several Sunday Schoolclasses are using a great study guide to

help them in their Lenten journey. Youwill not be required to see the movieto worship with us on the Sundays ofLent, but you may want to see it, as itbrings up many issues of acceptance,forgiveness and faith that are a part ofour Lent. (see details on page two)

The question we are asking thisLent iswhy do we give somethingup for Lent? It is our preparation foraccepting the wonderful gift of Easter.But our answer this year may beLet

us celebrate all of Gods gifts in ourlives. We dont have to deny ourselvesto see the many miracles that surroundus in our everyday lives. A littlechocolate may be just what we need.

See you on Sunday as wecontinue to ask those intriguingquestions together.

Week of Compassion Offering

Taken Sunday, February 19Week of Compassion is the disaster relief and humanitarian

assistance program fund of the Christian Church (Disciples of

Christ). Through its partnerships, Week of Compassion

responds to human needs around the world.

Through our Week of Compassion offering we join with Disciples across the US & Canada to bring hope to situations

of natural disaster, war and famine. With your continued support, Week of Compassion will remain responsive to

Christs call to both short term relief and long term partnerships to empower our brothers and sisters around the

world. Please share generously! Experience joy! Learn more atwww.weekofcompassion.org

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Dont Miss SUMMER CAMP!Summer Church Camp is filled with fun activities, Bible study, and adventure that will build close

friendships and create warm memories to last a lifetime!

The following camps are available:Chi Rho 1 (grades 6-8) June 4-9 Junior 1 (grades 4-5) June 4-8Discovery (grades 1-3) June 22-24 Junior 2 (grades 4-5) June 25-29CYF (grades 9-12) June 25-30 Chi Rho 2 (grades 6-8) July 9-14

First Christian offers partial scholarships to member campers. Campers register for camps based on GRADE COMPLETED by Jun

2012. To learn more, including camp prices, early bird discounts, registration dates, and for a camper registration form, go to

www.fccedmond.org/camp

AshWednesday

Imposition of Ashes - 6:45pm - February 22

January 9 2012 Page 1

for Lent

Dont Give Up Chocolate for Lent!Chocolate or Lent

Sermon SeriesFebruary 26

Giving up - the prelude to change

March 4

Giving out - the power of a gift

March 11

Getting wise - the possibility of chang

March 18

Getting real - the power of acceptanc

March 25

Growing up - the process of change

Join Us For Ash Wednesday

Services February 22ndSince the Middle Ages, Christians have observed AshWednesday as the first day of the season of Lent. On thisday, in many churches, worshipers receive ashes on theforehead as a reminder of their sorrow for their sins. Theashes are made by burning palm branches left over fromthe previous years Palm Sunday. We welcome you to ourAsh Wednesday services this week as together we begin thejourney to Easter.

For most of us the season of Lent brings tomind giving something up. But Lent isnt just aseason of self-denial, nor is it about short-termritual changes that dont impact our lives afterEaster. And its certainly not about just givingup chocolate!

Lent is a 40-day season for growth andexploration. Its a time of preparation for achange to the post-resurrection life.

Using Hilary Brands book Chocolate for Lentwe will be exploring a Lenten seasonthats about more than what you give up. The study uses themes from the 2000 AcademyAward nominated film Chocolat, coupled with scriptures, and creates a space for deepernsights into self-discipline, self-giving, conversion and accepting the stranger.

The ollowing classes will oer the fve week Chocolate or Lent study begining Sunday, February 26:

9:30 a.m. Challengers (Room 116) 9:30 a.m. Seekers (Room 113)

10:00 a.m. Christian Issues (Room 125) 10:00 a.m. Compadres-In-Christ (Room 117)

10:00 a.m. Cornerstones (Room 220) 10:00 a.m. Knot-Nots (Room 130)

10:00 a.m. Pioneers (Room 114)

NOTE: Since so many classes have decided to offer the study, Rev. Shorow will not lead the Wednesday noon discussion groupas previously advertised.

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Just Three Spots Left atFCCs Family Camp!Dont miss your chance to join thefun at Family Camp this summer inbeautiful Estes Park Colorado June24 thru June 30. There is much funto be had - hiking, white water rafting,golfing, crafting, tennis, skateboarding,fishing, rock climbing, star gazing ,andhorseback riding. In the evenings,we go to movies, shop and, join oneanother for a friendly game of Nertsand other games. To learn more youcan pick up an information packet fromthe Family Camp table in the rotunda,or download a pdf from our websiteat www.fccedmond.org/family campPlease call Susan Huffer at 623-2185with any questions or to sign up!

Join the Fun AND Make a Difference

in the Life of a Child!On Sunday, March 4 the youth of First Christian Church willbe holding their annual Dodgeball Tournament to support theirWorld Vision child in Africa. The event is a round robin styletournament, allowing all teams to play each other. No one iseliminated! It will be held in the FLC beginning at 1:00 p.m. Coto play is only $5.00 per person. This tournament is not just forthe youth, but adults as well. We encourage you to get a teamtogether and register. Put a team together from your Sundayschool class or rally the neighbors for a team! We dont care howyou do it, just find 6-8 willing adults and register! You can registeat www.fccedmond.org/dodgeballas an individual or as a team.

Registration deadline is Sunday, February 26.

Year to Date Financial ReportFrom the Finance Committee

The church is one month into 2012. The general fundrevenues and expenses are below budget. 2012 general

fund revenues are not an alarming concern, because January 2012 revenues are similarto 2010, 2009 and 2008 revenues. The 2012 building fund started 2012 very strong,with gifts exceeding mortgage payment by $28,884.33. This included many fine gifts andone quite large gift. Thank you!

General Fund Building Fund

Actual ActualRevenue $65,186.02 $51,613.61Expense $73,657.44 $22,729.28Excess/(Shortfall) ($8,471.42) $28,884.33

PLEASE REMEMBER to note on your checks or envelopes to which church accounts

you want your contribution credited. Contact our Business Administrator, Karla Mahan at

341-3544 or kmahan@fccedmond.org if you have questions concerning your giving.

Happy Birthday!2/19 Tara Baker, Al Jantz2/20 Lisa Grant, Michael Grant, Terry

Kerr, Michelle Ward2/21 Martha Jacobs, Laura Rankin,

Andrew Woods2/22 London Carrington, Jim Quade,

Keith Smith2/23 Ron Brumback, Ross Herndon,

Chelsey Moffatt2/24 Carter Coleman, Mark Mades,

Lori Nordstrom, Emily Shipley2/25 B. Ann Cole, Barbara Thornton2/26 Judy Freeman, Betsy Jones, Sarah

Penland, David Rankin, RyanSimpson, Pierce Theobald, Rita W

Prayers of the PeopleOUR PRAYERS FOR THOSE IN THE HOSPITAL Joan

Grant, St. Anthony Hospital

THOSE IN NEED OF PRAYER Bob Bennett, Cooper Kious,Edna Blunk, Loretta Parks, Tommy Atchison, Temple

Thigpen (Teddi Owens daughter), Roy Jackson, Rose Marie McKee, Bart Rodr,Virginia ONiel, Cynthia David (Winnie Halls daughter), Ed Berry, Bill & Mary LouWomble, Naomi Bell (Karen Walenciaks mom)

OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS To John & Marietta Stone in the passing ofMariettas sister, Mauvene Baker of El Paso, TX, on February 14. Services pendingAND to Terry & Jerri Dillon in the passing of Jerris mom, Lois Roberts, on February14. Services pending.

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The Childrens and Youth Education Committees are pleasedto announce two programs for summer internships...offering a

total of four internship spots! Childrens Ministries (ages birththrough 5th grade) is offering one spot while Student Ministries (grades 6 through 12) isoffering three spots.

These internships are open to college students that grew up at First Christian Church Edmond and participated in the Children and Youth programs.

The purpose of the internships is as follows:1. To provide our college students the opportunity to give back to the church and the

program that nurtured them as children and teenagers2. To provide the opportunity to be a positive role model to our children and youth,

and to the life of our Children and Student Ministries.3. To provide the opportunity for our college students to hone their leadership skills as

they help to plan and implement various programs and ministries.

The Childrens Education Committee will be hiring one intern for the summer, and thYouth Education Committee will be hiring three interns for the summer.

If you are interested in finding out more information, or if you would like to apply,please go to www.fccedmond.org/internship and complete the online process. Theapplication deadline is Sunday, March 25, 2012. Interns will be selected andnotified by Sunday, April 15, 2012.

Summer Internships AvailableOne for Childrens Education &

Three for Student MinistriesBy Greg Bunton & Anna Lisa Stanley

Worshipat First Christian8:15, 9 & 11am

February 19, 2012Message: Rev. Dr. Jerry Black

Rev. Greg BuntonTheme: CompassionScripture: Mark 6:30-44

February 26, 20121st Sunday in LentMessage: Rev. Chris Shorow

Rev. Dr. Jerry BlackTheme: Giving Up: The Prelude

To ChangeScripture: Mark 10