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The Chalice
A publication of First Christian Church of Edmond, OK
CONNECTIONVol. 4 No. 22, June 7, 2012
In The Midst of the FireBy Rev. Dr. Jerry Black, Associate
Minister
Lt Fredom Rng!Few things are more exciting than Independence
Day. Celebrating the 4th of July and
the Declaration of Independence is a hallmark event for any of
us. Flags, firework dis-
plays, musical concerts, parades, and family gatherings typify
our patriotic and national
spirit. And our church family is no exception. Freedom of
religion is a grand gift to all
of us. So, in conjunction with the 40th Anniversary of the
Edmond Liberty Fest Parade
held on July the 4th, 2012 we will celebrate Freedom Festand the
free dis-
tribution of hot dogs, chips, water, and watermelon to parade
attendees. This wonderfulevent affords us the perfect opportunity
to partner with our community and demonstrate
our deep commitment to Open Doors and the practice of radical
hospitality.
But thats not all. On Sunday, July 1, 2012, we will also host a
unique cel-
ebration for our church family. Reflecting on our freedoms, and
especially the freedom
of religion, we will gather as a thankful people in a common
time for Sunday School
followed by a unified worship and a church wide, indoor picnic.
There will be lots of
chicken, potato and pasta salads, beans, desserts, and plenty of
Open Armsi.e., time
together as a community of faith.
So mark both dates on your calendar and plan to join us for
these celebrations. Let
them be days of national patriotism, community, and faith in
action. Sign-up at the table
display in the rotunda or online atfccedmond.org/freedomfestto
serve with us
and/or make donations for either event.
Your Evangelism and Membership Ministry Teams
Vacation BibleSchool (VBS) Iremember it withsuch delight.While
living onthe farm, being
away from schoolfor the summer,
and having only one other boy in theneighborhood with whom to
play, VBSfilled at least one week of summer with funactivities. I
loved the period for arts andcrafts, the few moments of play time,
therefreshments, and the possibility of goinghome with a friend for
an afternoon ofplay. Now, I admit that the Bible study wasmore than
a bit slow. But it was forma-tive, for it was in VBS that I learned
muchabout God and Gods love for me. I didntsee it at the time. But
it was happening
none the less. And today, I know it well.This week, the children
of our church
and neighborhood begin a four day, VBS
journey to that ancient land of Babylonwhere they will meet
Daniel and his threefriends. They will sing, have fun, share
afamily style dinner, play games, and enjoytime together. And, they
will learn thatGod is with them in times of change, anxi-
ety, fear, and loneliness. They will learnthat God loves them
and longs to be withthem.
To facilitate a parallel journey for therest of us, our June
worship will featurethe same VBS lessons. Last Sunday, it
wasDaniels grand insight that God was withhim even in the midst of
a tremendousand unwanted change. join us this weekas Chris and Greg
help us see how God iswith us in times of fear and anxiety.
Dis-cover the wonderful ability to face such mo-ments with
couragethe courage of Danielsfriends in the midst of the fire.
Oh, and dont forget to help with VBS.If in no other way, offer a
prayer.
Happy Birthday!6/10 Brynn Burleson, John Combs, Ann
Douthitt, Kory VanOsdol6/11 Hunter Daylor, Jennifer Shipley,
Anne Ward, Margaret Wilmoth,Susan Worsham6/12 Lily Percival,
Evelyn Robinson,
Crystal Vazquez6/13 Brody Bunton, Jacob Fine-Thomas,
Connie Huston, Linda Quade6/14 Carla Clark6/15 Michelle Hoppe,
John Meadows6/16 Ken Kysar, Sherry Parks, Judy Shaffst6/17 Hub
Caldwell, Gia Coco, Don Hieber
THOSE IN NEED OF PRAYER Leinda Parso(Linda Dunlaps daughter),
Judy Joy, LarryHays (Dyke Moffatts brother-in-law), JimHays, Debby
Gresh, Haynes Phillips (AnnaLisa Stanleys dad), Warren Hill, Jerri
JonesBart Rodr, Virginia ONiel, Cynthia David(Winnie Halls
daughter), Ed Berry, Bill &
Mary Lou WombleOUR SYMPATHY TO Randy & ConnieHuston in the
passing of Connies father,Romaine Channel, on May 30. Serviceswere
held June 2 AND TO the family ofLeola Casey who passed away on May
30.Services were held at FCC on June 4.
Prayers of the People
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Worshipat First Christian
8:15, 9 & 11am
June 10, 2012Message: Rev. Chris ShorowRev. Greg Bunton
Theme: God Is With You During FearScripture: Daniel 3:19-23
June 17, 2012Message: Rev. Dr. Jerry Black
Rev. Chris ShorowTheme: God is With You During
Loneliness
Friday, June 15 Kickingbird GolfCourse $80 Entry Fee
Register in rotunda OR online at
www.fccedmond.org/golfQuestions? Contact Bob Stafford a
359-8900 or [email protected]
VacationBible SchoolMonday thru
Thursday,June 11 - 14
6:00 to 8:45 pm
2 Chances to Help DECORATE!Saturday, June 9 - 9:00 a.m. to
Noon,
childcare and lunch provided orSunday, June 10 - 2:00 p.m. We
have
several classrooms that will need to bedecorated AFTER Sunday
School. Join
us at 2:00 if you can help!
