Chalice Connection 7-7-11

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The Chalice

A publication of First Christian Church of Edmond, OK

Vol. 3 No. 25 July 7, 2011

CONNECTION

Re:Newing - Its Fun!By Rev. Dr. Jerry Black, Associate Minister

Wow! What

a grand and

awesome sum-

mer we are

having.It is so rich

that we are no

longer taking

notice of how hot it is outside, especially

those of us who just returned from Family

Camp in Colorado. Okaythats not true.

But this is. God has been doing a wonderful

thing in our re:New experience this summer;

this experience of being one, dynamic, con-

versing and worshipping community; this

experience of seeing things and doing things

differently. Instead of focusing on that which

is wrong and that which needs fixing, we are

learning to celebrate and build on that which

is right; that which is good and true. Andafter our June conversations, that list is not

insignificant.

I think it would be safe to say that those

of us on staff and those on the Sabbatical

Task Force could not have envisioned a

more powerful, life changing journey. On

Pentecost Sunday, Greg preached about

fanning the flames, and we are! And

therein is the keyyou, me, and the Holy

Spirit.

Look Whats Sprouting!By Anna Lisa Stanley, Director of Childrens Ministry

Have you noticed the new garden out back? Childrens Ministry would like to

recognize and offer a special thanks to Joseph Turner, a member of FCC Edmond

and a Life Scout with Troop 479 (which is chartered through FCC Edmond).

Joey is nearly finished with the merit badges required for earning the rank of

Eagle Scout. Planning and leading the building of the childrens garden was a

major requirement for his advancement. Only 5% of boys who enter Scouting

actually achieve the rank of Eagle. It is a long process that involves much learning,

growing, and hard work. We would also like to extend thanks to Duke Douthitt

of our Property ministry who connected all the dots for this project.During the week of Vacation Bible School, our current 5th graders (soon to be 6th graders) planted

herbs, vegetables, and flowers in the two raised beds as

part of their Week in Missions. The Childrens Garden

will not only be used as a learning tool, but also as a way

for children to serve others. As the garden grows and

produces, we hope to be able to distribute the harvest to

those who might need a few extras. If you are gifted with

a green thumb and would be interested in helping nurture

the Childrens Garden Ministry, please contact

me at [email protected] or 341-3544, ext. 14.

We will offer a blessing and dedication of this new garden

in the fall.

In his letter to the Romans, a

congregation he had never visited, Paul

Set your mind on the things of the Spiri

and then you will know life and peace

(Romans 8:5,6) In other words, you will

the life for which God intends; the life thareal purpose, zest, and energy immersed

inner peace too rich to describe.

So, with a deep gratitude to the lead

of our sabbatical experience, let us keep

minds on the things of the Spirit; the th

God has revealed through us and to us.

continue a summer of renewal. Its fun!


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Back to School

BlockPaRtY!Sponsored by FCC Outreach Ministriesthrough the Rolling Green CollaborativeWhen & Where?

Saturday, August 6, from 10 am to 2 pm,on the lawn south of the

Rolling Green Apartment Complex(400 E. Danforth Road)

Rolling Green residents will pre-register to get a Block Party

wristband & giveaway vouchers through the Rolling Green Office

Showing the Residents of Rolling Green

Apartments the love of God

in a fUN and Practical Way!

Through RENEW we have celebrated and recommitte

ourselves to both having fun and serving others. Bloc

Party is a simple way we can all work together to throw a fun party that showers our neighbors

in the Rolling Green Apartments - just up Boulevard - with Gods love in a tangible way!

Block Party 2011 Will Offer Residents of Rolling Green:

Help Love Our Neighbors!

* Volunteer to work at the party!

* Purchase and donate school supplies!

* Donate funds to purchase shoes!You can sign up or donate online at

fccedmond.org/blockparty or drop by theBlock Party display in the rotunda on Sunday.

What is Rolling Green CollaborativA ministry begun in 2008 by Father Mark Story and

Mary Ann Coffman, of Edmonds St. Marys Episcopa

Church. First Christian Church Outreach Ministries ha

joined RGC and its network of Edmond partners, wh

has expanded to includ St. Marys, First United Method

Church, First Presbyterian Church, a local Masonic lodg

UCO, and the Edmond Police Department. Together, w

are providing volunteers and resources to assist residen

of the Rolling Green Apartment Complex located at

Danforth and Boulevard.

* Free School Supplies for RG Students

* Free Shoes for Students

* Free Haircuts for Students(provided by Paul Mitchell School of Hair Design)

*Free Care Kits(pack of basic cleaning supplies & hygiene items)

PLUS * Food! * Drinks! * Inflatable Game


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Adopt a

Box for Our

TroopsLook forward to adopting a box an

lling it for a military person! You c

pick up a box from a display table

the Fellowship Hall June 23 - July 1

Pick up a list of needed items and

some patriotic pages to color, too

Add a personal note of encourageme

Once lled, please return the

open boxes to the table by July 17. T

Blue Star Mothers pack is schedule

to go to Peace Lutheran on Danfort

on July 23. Thank you! -Becky Win

This week 27 of our students and 15 adult sponsors departed for a 2-week journey to share the musical, Life on theEdge, with churches across the central United States. Since January, they have been working on the production. TourPerformancesWillBeHeldIn:

Springfield, Missouri St. Louis, Missouri. Louisville, KySpringfield, Illinois Des Moines, Iowa Kansas City, Missouri

And at the Youth Assembly during the General Assembly of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Nashville. Thewill also sing in the all-assembly youth choir, and at the Grand Ole Opry!) DontmisstheirHOMECOMINGPerformance-July20at6:30pm!

You can follow their travel blog online at www.fccedmond.org/nashville and be sure to like FCC Edmond Youth

on Facebook and follow www.twitter.com/fccedmondyouth for brief updates along the way!

Life on the Edge

Prayers of the PeopleTHOSE IN NEED OF PRAYER Roy Jackson, Geri Moffatt, Willa

Hill, Lori Fuller, Virginia ONiel, Nita Williams (Jeff Williamsmom), Kathy Lee,Reese Gates. Shirley Strasburg, MargaretHall, John Werhun, Phil Fraim, Naomi Bell (Karen Walenciaks

mom), Carol Sterling, Rose Marie McKee, Mary Lou Womble, Barbara Hall, Bert Lindsay(Donna Clarks dad), Dona Lee Denton (Carrie Akins sister), Bill Hamilton, Joe Samuels,Bart Rodr, Ann Douthitt (Duke Douthitts mom), Ed Berry, Hank Thomas (Randy Thomasbrother)

OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS To Kyle and Crystal Vazquez in the passing of Crystalsfather, Ronald Baldridge, on July 1 in CA - services pending AND to Chuck Beason and familyin the passing of Andrew Beason on July 4. Services will be held Saturday, July 9 at 10am inthe FCC Chapel.

Happy Birthday!7/10 Carson Crull, Shirley Davis, Kelly

Jones, Don Keel

7/11 Hunter Marsh, Joy Patton7/12 Alison Cave, Will Harris, Jaxon

Humphrey, Mike Moffatt, Ella

Stone

7/13 Garry George, Dyke Moffatt

7/14 Scott Foreman, Jeff Stephens7/15 Abigail Agosta, Charla Allison,

Sharon Billing, Bruce Jackson,Dale Reeder

7/16 Florence Bowers, Seth Peterson7/17 Chuck Adams, Brody Blevins,

Alee Gossen, Linda Lofton, AidenOMeara, Rozzell Pendergraf

Join the Classics for GospelfestGoodFood!GospelMusic!

Comedy!DoorPrizes!$35 per person - Moore First Baptist Church

Tuesday, August 2 from 9am to 4:30pmCall today to sign-up! Ellen Chitwood 341-2859 or Winnie Hall 341-4297

Sabbatical PlanInformation ContactsLoree RicePastoral Relations Committee [email protected](405) 341-3710

Frank GreshModerator-Elect of the [email protected]

(405) 417-1977


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Freedom Fest 2011 Was Wonderful!

Thank You!By Darcy Biby for the Evangelism Ministry Team

Monday July 4th was a typical HOT, humid summer day except unlike most Mondays,the rotunda of First Christian Church was crowded with many people who have never

crossed the threshold to our church before. Many parade-goers just took a break from thheat including a couple of pregnant woman and several carrying infants, who were verygrateful for the A/C and a comfortable place to sit down. As we checked and restockedthe womens restroom, many, many women told us how appreciative they were that weopen the church for the community during the 4th of July Parade and made a point tosay so.

Outside in our parking lot you could really feel a sense of community we served

J 1100 hot dogs J 1000 pounds of ice

J 900 bags of chips J 800 balloons

J 480 pounds of watermelon J And received $209 donated for B.O.B!!

While the 4th of July is a great day to remember and be grateful for the freedoms weenjoy in the United States, it is also a great day to appreciate our church family and thesense ofcommunity, hospitality and giving we can share everyday of the year.Many thanks for all of the volunteers who came early, endured the heat and stayedlate to help FCC put our best foot forward and truly celebrate! A good time was had byall!! Thanks also for all the generous donations from the congregation, Bar-S and USFood Servicevery proud to be an American and a member of FCC Edmond, OK.

Worshipat First Christian8:15, 9 & 11am

July 10, 2011Message: Rev. Dr. Jerry BlackScripture: Romans 8:1-8

July 17, 2011Message: Rev. Dr. Jerry BlackScripture: Romans 8:12-25

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