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Share Your Heart Heart to Heart was organized by First Community Church in 1986 as a community outreach program serving people in need.
Our program provides more than 117,000 meals to families in Central Ohio. We also provide material assistance and support for those living on the streets. Share your heart.
Donate any amount today during our special offering. Learn more at FCchurch.com/heart
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614 488.0681 FCchurch.com February 16, 2014
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A Very Special Social Gospel
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JOIN US
VolunteerOpportunities
Pasta DinnerTuesday, February 18, 5:30 - 7:30 pmGrace Hall, North Campus
Join us for this annual fundraiser for the Mexico Mission Trip. Info and tickets at FCchurch.com/pastadinner
The evening will highlight the culture and people of India and celebrate First Community Church’s involvement with Deep Griha. Tickets are $10/adult, $5/children 12 and under.
• Barbeque Dinner • Bollywood Dancing Instruction • Religious Lecture • Henna Hand Painting • Yoga
Please make reservations in advance after Sunday worship or online at FCchurch.com
Jones Middle School rallies against hunger by collecting food for Heart to Heart.
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Women’s Guild Get-TogetherDrop in for refreshments and visit with current Guild members. Learn about the unique role the Guild plays in our church, our history and plans for the future. Contact Estelle Scott at 614 457.1037 or [email protected]
Saturday, February 22 12:30 - 2:30 pmAuddino’s Bakery and Café3560 Fishinger Blvd, Hilliard
Crossan Book Group Jesus: A Revolutionary Biography - Rev. Hett will lead this discussion of Dr. Crossan’s bestseller. Register online at FCchurch.com/discover-crossan or with Natalia. Book available at Searcher table on Sunday mornings or contact Natalia, [email protected]
Thursday, February 277 – 8:30 pmRoom 128, North Campus
Youth Spring Retreat - The Olympics are coming to Akita! Compete in ridiculous games, represent your make-believe country and, of course, spend plenty of time relaxing in between events. All this fun for $100. For Grades 6-12. Registration and details at FCchurch.com/youth-retreat
February 28 - March 2Camp Akita
On God’s Side - In this new Tuesday PM series, Walter Watkins facilitates an 8-week study of Jim Wallis’ 2013 book, On God’s Side: What Religion Forgets and Politics Hasn’t Learned about Serving the Common Good. For registration (helpful but not necessary) and book purchase information go online or contact Natalia.
Begins Tuesday, March 47 – 8:15 pmRoom 125, North Campus
John Dominic Crossan: Is God Violent? How to Read the Christian Bible…And Still Be Christian -“Dom” Crossan leads off the 25th Anniversary year of Spiritual Searcher, with new material we will hear prior to publication. Dr. Crossan will revise, enlighten and enliven our understanding of scripture and the nature of God. Register online at FCchurch.com/crossan or contact Natalia.
Friday, March 7, 7 pmSaturday, March 8, 9 am Grace Hall, North Campus
Early registration discount extended through February 16
Parent Retreat - Stay one day or overnight. Child care available this year on Saturday with pre-registration. Register online at FCchurch.com/akitaforparents
March 8 - 9Camp Akita
Family Beach Party - Join us for dinner at our Taco Bar and for family fun activities. $6 per person, children under 3 are free. For questions or to volunteer call 614 488.0681 ext 113
March 146 - 8 pmGrace Hall, North Campus
Upcoming EventsVisit FCchurch.com or email [email protected] for more information.
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Church Announcements
Visit Our WebsiteFor further information on events and programs, visit FCchurch.com. Online registration is available for many events.
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First Edition First Edition is now on WWHO-TV (The CW), Sundays at 9 am. For a list of channels go to FCchurch.com
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OPEN SUNDAYS AFTER WORSHIPLife Line ScreeningLife Line Screening will offer a preventive health event hosting affordable, non-invasive and painless health screenings on March 18.
Five screenings will be offered that scan for potential health problems.
Register and receive a $10 discount off any package over $129 by calling 888 653.6441 or visit lifelinescreening.com/community-partners
Visit the resale shop, 10 am - 4 pmMonday - Saturday
Annex, lower level, South Campus
Donate any day of the week!
A Boutique Shopping Experienceat Bargain Prices
Rafiki Mission Trip Info MeetingWednesday, February 26, 7:30 pmBrownlee Hall, South Campus
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–– The Reverend Ms. Katherine H. Shaner, Minister of Mission
The Social Gospel
The views expressed in the recommended websites do not necessarily reflect the views of First Community Church.
“Is it okay if my Mom is here?” asked my daughter. She wanted to give her friend a heads up I was sitting on the couch before they proceeded with their Face Time call. I hear a loud “Sure, Hey Mrs. Shaner!” come from the voice on the screen. I sat and laughed as they talked about new love interests and shared pictures. It was very dear, their teenage excitement, such an exquisite glimpse for me into their hearts and lives.
After the call ended and my daughter went to bed, I turned my attention to the television. On the screen was a young
man testifying at a trial, a young man my daughter’s age, testifying about the night he witnessed his friend be shot and killed. His words made my knees buckle, for as the attorney asked question after question, he quietly said “I was terrified sir.”
Jordan Davis was the same age as my daughter. He has two parents who love him very much, put him in a good school and tried to do everything right, just like my husband and I. He and his friends went to the mall on Black Friday to shop, just like my daughter and her friends.
They stopped at a store to buy snacks, just like my daughter and her friends have done a thousand times. The hip hop music in the car was loud, just like my daughter and her friends like to listen to it, too. Jordan and his friends were unarmed in their car being typical teenagers, just like my daughter and her friends. The only difference between my child and her friends was they are white and Jordan Davis and his friends are black.
Michael David Dunn, 47, pulled into the store next to Jordan and his friends. He told the kids to turn down the music because he “can’t stand that stuff.” The teens refused and an argument ensued. Dunn reached into his glove compartment, took out his gun and fired 10 rounds at point blank range hitting and killing honor student Jordan Davis instantly.
Dunn then drove home, ordered a pizza with his girlfriend and never called the police, leaving Jordan’s friends, who are the same age as my daughter and her friends in terror and disbelief.
I cannot get this story out of my head. These could have been my children. Actually, they are my children and they deserve better than this.
My prayer today is for each of us to remember the words of Mother Teresa, “If there is no peace it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other.” Draw them into our hearts, and walk courageously united into a world in which no child will ever have to say again, “I was terrified sir.” Our children, all children, deserve nothing less.
To read a poignant conversation with Lucia McBath please see In God We Trust, But We Have Put Our Faith in Guns by Ta-Nehisi Coates here: http://bit.ly/1eR8DF6
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GivePlease take this opportunity to review the many ways you can provide for your church and your community. We welcome your gifts of time, talent and financial support.
Support MissionsPurchase Giant Eagle grocery gift cards or enroll in the Kroger Rewards program. Visit the Mission page at FCchurch.com for information or visit the tables after worship.
Good CallUsing the Browser
on your smartphone, go to
FCchurch.com/minute to give an offering to
First Community Church.
Lend a Hand
Heart to HeartLooking to volunteer in a fun, caring environment? Join us at Heart to Heart.
Tuesdays: 8 - 11 am or 11 am - 1:30 pm
Wednesdays: 3 - 5 pm
Thursdays: 8 - 11 am or 11 am - 1:30 pm
Sign up at FCchurch.com/heart-to-heart-food-pantry
Join Our Usher TeamWe need a minimum of 20 ushers each week to cover all of our services. Contact Jennifer Morrison at [email protected] or Lois Zook at [email protected] for details.
Furber BooksVolunteers needed on Sunday mornings at both campuses. Please contact Emily Rogers at 614 488.0681 ext. 223 or [email protected]
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Akita Retreat OpportunitiesChurch members receive a discount on rentals. For individual or group retreat opportunities, visit CampAkita.org or call 740 385.3827 ext 222
ReceiveFirst Community Church provides many opportunities for learning, spiritual growth and fellowship, as well as material and spiritual assistance to those in need.
Transitions Support Group1st/3rd Tuesdays of the month, 7 pmLibrary, South CampusFor those experiencing divorce or a broken relationship. Led by Dr. Dan Davis and Vickie Jean Murphy, Spiritual Director. For more information, contact Kathy Weatherby in the Pastoral Care Office at 614 488.0681 ext 239 or [email protected]
Pastoral CounselingPastoral Care is intertwined throughout all the programs and the business of the congregation as we explore life together. Contact the Pastoral Care Office at 614 488.0681 ext 239 or [email protected]
Care & PrayerAll prayers are held in confidence. Please contact Kathy Weatherby in the Pastoral Care Office at 614 488.0681 ext 239 or [email protected]
Women’s GuildFor information about the Women’s Guild, please contact Estelle Scott, Chair of the Guild Membership Committee, at 614 457.1037 or [email protected]
Providing dignity, compassion and respect.
Choice Food Pantry open Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8:30 am - 1 pm
Lamar A. Graham, Director614 488.0681 ext 203
Heart to Heart has an Ohio Benefit Bank counselor
available as needed.For an appointment, call 614 488.0681 ext 155
The Benefit Bank is the registered trademark of Solutions for Progress, Inc. and that TBB, OBB and The Benefit Bank logo are the trademarks and service marks of Solutions for Progress, Inc.
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Interfaith Lecture SeriesDr. Geoff Barstow, professor at Otterbein University will present Buddhism in a Multi-Faith World February 21 – 22 at Church of the Master UMC Westerville at this year’s Amy Family Interfaith Lecture Series. For more information go to chmaster.org
Trading Post Bag SaleTrading Post needs to clean out its winter duds from our Bargain Room so join us for our semi-annual bag sale from February 17 - March 1. Each person receives a shopping bag to cram full for only $2.50! Pass the word!
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This Week at First Community ChurchSunday, February 16 - Heart to Heart Sunday 11:30 am Middle School Vocal Ensemble Rm. 118 (NC) 12:15 pm High School Vocal Ensemble Rm. 118 (NC)
Monday, February 17 - President’s Day/Church Closed 5:30 pm Friends of the Homeless Kitchen (SC)
Tuesday, February 18 8:30 am Heart to Heart Food Pantry Open (until 1 pm) Annex Rm. 103/104 (SC) 10:00 am Tuesday at Ten: The Fourth Gospel Wicker Rm. (SC) 5:30 pm Pasta Dinner for Mexico Mission Trip Grace Hall (NC) 6:00 pm Whitechapel Ringers Rehearsal Rm. 111 (NC) 6:30 pm Intro Seminar on Carl Jung Guild Rm. (SC) 7:00 pm Transitions Support Group Library (SC) 7:00 pm Tuesday PM: New Testament Personalities Rm. 125 (NC) 7:00 pm Deacon Council Gathering Rm. 115 (NC) 7:00 pm Foundation Board Brownlee Hall (SC) 7:00 pm Akita Council Rose Wing Conference Rm. (NC)
Wednesday, February 19 7:00 am Men’s Fellowship Brownlee Hall (SC) 7:00 am Men’s Study Group: Epistle to the Romans Wicker Rm. (SC) 9:30 am Women Living the Questions: Daring Greatly Wicker Rm. (SC) 5:30 pm Midweek Missions Rm. 115 (NC) 5:30 pm Kindergarten Choir Rehearsal Rm. 118 (NC) 6:00 pm Cherub Choir Rehearsal Rm. 118 (NC) 6:30 pm Junior Choir Rehearsal Rm. 118 (NC) 6:45 pm Middle School Midweek Missions Rm. 125/Rm. 130 (NC) 7:00 pm Wednesday Evening Bible Study Rose Wing Conference Rm. (NC) 7:15 pm Youth Bell Choir 1 Rm. 111 (NC) 7:45 pm Youth Bell Choir 2 Rm. 111 (NC) 8:00 pm High School Impact Rm.128/Rm. 130 (NC)
Thursday, February 20 8:30 am Heart to Heart Food Pantry Open (until 1 pm) Annex Rm. 103/104 (SC) 9:30 am South Campus Planning Committee Guild Rm. (SC) 11:45 am Contemplative 1: Teresa of Avila Wicker Rm. (SC) 6:30 pm Grandview Candlelight NA Lincoln Rd. Chapel (SC) 7:30 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal Grace Hall (NC)
Saturday, February 22 10:00 am Contemplative 3: Julian of Norwich Annex Rm. 105 (SC)
NC = North Campus, 3777 Dublin Road = Wheelchair inaccessibleSC = South Campus, 1320 Cambridge Blvd.
NEXT SUNDAY WORSHIP SCHEDULE - February 23 8:30 am Rev. Baumer preaching (Burkhart Chapel, SC) 8:30 am Dr. Wing preaching (Grace Hall, NC) 10:00 am Dr. Wing preaching (Grace Hall, NC) 11:00 am Dr. Wing preaching (Sanctuary, SC)
The First Community Church
invites you to a casual get-together.
Saturday, February 22 12:30 - 2:30 pm
Auddino’s Bakery and Café3560 Fishinger Blvd, Hilliard 43026
Discover why more than 300 women of FCC have become part of something special!
Drop in for refreshments and visit with current Guild members. Learn about the unique role the Guild plays in our church, our history and plans for the future.
Women’s Guild
For more information, contact Estelle Scott:614 457.1037 (h)614 580.5760 (c)[email protected]
