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The Chalice

CONNECTIONA publication of First Christian Church of Edmond, OK

Children Lead Worship - Focus on PeaceBy Anna Lisa Stanley, Director of Childrens Ministries

Vol. 3 No. 10 March 24, 2011

This Sunday, March 27th is Childrens Sunday! We hope you will attend as our children lead us in

worship at 9:00am and 11:00am. Childrens Sunday is important because it offers our youngsters

an opportunity to learn the parts of a worship service, offer praise with their words and in song, and

explore what it means to serve others.

During these services, we will be welcoming special guest David Owen, Associate for Resource

Development with Global Ministries. Prior to being appointed to this position in January 2007 he an

his wife, Roxi, served in Africa through Global Ministries for over 15 years. His most recent assign-

ment was with the World Council of Churches and the All Africa Conference of Churches located in

Nairobi, Kenya. David will be offering some

insight for our children as to what life looks like

for some children in Africa, how it is different from their own life, and how

we can connect to each other.

As our children serve us on this Sunday, I ask that you explore oppor-

tunities to serve them. Summer Sunday school and Vacation Bible school

are upon us. Soon, we will be asking those of you that are called to work

with children, to serve them. Invest in these little ones, as they are the

future of First Christian Church.

Sign Up Begins for Annual Easter Prayer VigilHe went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. Matthew 14:2Seeking solitude was an important priority for Jesus. He made room in His busy

schedule to be alone with His Father. Spending time with God in prayer nurtures a

vital relationship and equips us to meet lifes challenges and struggles.The Elders of First Christian invite you to take part in one of the most important

traditions we celebrate each yearour Annual Easter Prayer Vigil. As we remember

the crucifixion, death and resurrection of our Lord this Easter season, we offer the sig

nificant opportunity for families and individuals to take part in our Easter Prayer Vigil

The youth of our Student Ministries begin our Prayer Vigil at 6pm on Good Frida

and it continues with individuals or families praying through 5:30am on Easter Sun-

day morning. This is your opportunity to pray for our congregation and community

during the hours leading up to Easter morning. You may select a time and sign up on

our Prayer Vigil sign-up board in the Rotunda. Times begin at 7pm Good Friday and

conclude shortly before our Easter Sunrise Service.

We invite you to join other members of our family of faith as we continue the

legacy of praying begun long ago by our Savior. Spend quiet moments with God in t

peacefulness of our Chapelcome and pray.

NOTE TO PARENTS: If your child is leading or participating inour Childrens Sunday worship, they must be here for both the 9:00

and 11:00 services. Please have your child meet 10 minutes prior to

both services in the hallway just outside of the sanctuary, closest to

the Pastors offices. Thanks!


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Join us Easter Sunday, April 24

from 8am to 12pmfor an

EGGStravaganza!

Enjoy an EGGStra special breakfast withyour church family before you go to worshipor Sunday School (featuring the ever famouscolored pancakes and EGGSellent omelettes!

Hosted by the Membership Ministry Team

Introducing our Nursery Coordinator

Karen EndicottBy Anna Lisa Stanley, Director of Childrens MinistryWe are pleased to welcome Karen Endicott to the First Christian Church staff as NurseryCoordinator. Karen is also a master teacher for the one year old classroom for our Child Care

Center, and has been working with children for a very long time as pre-school teacher, interim

childrens director and VBS director for her home church. She and her husband, Chuck, hav

three sons, Robert (21), Charlie (18), and Sam (16). Karen also holds a

degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Oklahoma.

If you need childcare (up to 5th grade) for your event or meeting, please let our

nursery coordinator know by visiting www.fccedmond.org and clicking on the I want to tab

to send a request!

Help Decorate Our Worship Spaces forEasterBy Rev. Greg Bunton

Bring the beauty of Easter into our worship spaces with beautiful whiteEaster lilies which symbolize new life and the resurrection of Jesus Christ.You may share a lily in honor or in memory of a loved one.Each plant is $15.

We offer three convenient ways to place your order:

1) Online at fccedmond.org/lilies2) Complete an order form found in worship bulletins begining Sunday,

March 273) Contact Iris Jordan at 341-3544, ext. 20

Sales of Easter Lilies help fund youth summer mission experiences and theyouth room remodel project. Thank you for your support!


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Electronic Giving

Option AvailableBy Karla Mahan, Business Administrator

First Christian Church offers automatic bank drafting as

a convenient way to give to our General and Building

funds, and fulfill your pledges.

You can schedule an automatic electronic withdrawal

from your checking account for the 1st and/or 15th of

the month. Questions? Contact Karla Mahan, Business

Administator at [email protected] or 341-3544.

Prayers of the People

THOSE IN NEED OF PRAYER Harrison Goosen, JeanneLarimore, Chris Banks (Jennifer McGrews brother), PhyllisJarrett, Jean Barnes, Joe Samuels, John T. Stone, Eric Koegel,

Larry Scott, Joan Grant, Ola Drennon, Teddi Long-Owen, Bob Earl, Jeri Brigham, Mary LouWomble, Jeff Stephens, Wayne Wilson (Tracy Turners dad), Kay Burks, Rose Marie McKee,Bart Rodr, Ann Douthitt (Duke Douthitts mom), Sharon Luton (Susan Blacks cousin), EdBerry, Hank Thomas (Randy Thomas brother)

CELEBRATING THE GIFT OF A NEW LIFE Jake Dean VanOsdol, born March 21 to Kody &Lauren VanOsdol. Grandparents are Kelly & Sherrye VanOsdol.

Happy Birthday!3/27 Rebecca Barker, Ashley Brecht,

Anthony Hamilton, Melissa

Hendricks, Lisa Yost3/28 Frank Gresh

3/29 Bob Henthorn, Katie Hurst, Mary

Walker, Mary Lou Womble

3/30 Kevin Leonard

3/31 Campbell Coleman, Kim Grin,

Tim Schmitz, Shirley Strasburg4/1 Don Booher4/2 Delaney Ernst, Megan Sanford4/3 Diane Davis, Anna Hall, Lindsay

Hanna, Byron Lofton, Paul Presla

Please join us for a

Bridal ShowerHonoring

Alee Mitchell

Sunday, March 27

2 to 4pmFellowship Hall

Registered At: Dillards andBed Bath & Beyond

Given By: Suzann Allison,Jerri Dillon, Kay Mades,

Linda Quade, Diane Rudebock,Tana Stuffflebean, Connie Westho

College Summer Internship ProgramBy Rev. Greg Bunton, Associate Minister of Student Ministries

A summer internship program is open to our college students that grew up at First

Christian and participated in our Student Ministries. The purpose of the internship is as

follows:

1. To provide our college students the opportunity to give back to the Church and

Student Ministry that nurtured them as teenagers.

2. To provide the opportunity to be a positive role model to our teenagers and in thelife of our Student Ministry.

3. To provide the opportunity for our college students to flex their leadership muscles

in a positive environment.

The 2011 Summer Internship will run a

total of 10 weeks beginning June 5 and

ending August 14.

Please complete the application online

at fccedmond.org/internshipby Wednesday, April 6. Selected

applicants will be contacted by

Wednesday, April 20.


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Worshipat First Christian8:15, 9 & 11am

March 27, 2011Message: Rev. Chris ShorowScripture: John 14:25-27

April 3, 2011Message: Rev. Chris ShorowScripture: Luke 23:39-43

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