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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT FIRST CHRISTIAN… Cheer Up!
(17 reasons to be cheerful)
The May, 2012 edition of the Reader’s Digest carried an article based on excerpts
from science writer Tom Ridley’s book, “Rational Optimism,” and an interview
with the author. According to Ridley, "The world has never been a better place to
live in, and it will keep on getting better." "It is not insane to believe in a happy
future for people and the planet," he says. Ridley, who's been a foreign
correspondent, a zoologist, an economist, and a financier, brings a broad
perspective to his sunny outlook. "People say I'm bonkers to claim the world will go
on getting better, yet I can't stop myself," he says. Read on to see how Ridley makes
his case. Brilliant or bonkers? You decide. Here are Ridley’s final four reasons to
“Cheer UP!”
14. Great ideas keep coming
The more we prosper, the more we can prosper. The more we invent, the
more inventions become possible. The world of things is often subject to
diminishing returns. The world of ideas is not: The ever-increasing
exchange of ideas causes the ever-increasing rate of innovation in the
modern world. There isn't even a theoretical possibility of exhausting our
supply of ideas, discoveries, and inventions.
15. We can solve all our problems
If you say the world will go on getting better, you are considered mad. If
you say catastrophe is imminent, you may expect the Nobel Peace Prize.
Bookshops groan with pessimism; airwaves are crammed with doom. I
cannot recall a time when I was not being told by somebody that the
world could survive only if it abandoned economic growth. But the world
will not continue as it is. The human race has become a problem-solving
machine: It solves those problems by changing its ways. The real danger
comes from slowing change.
16. This depression is not depressing
The Great Depression of the 1930s was just a dip in the upward slope of
human living standards. By 1939, even the worst-affected countries,
America and Germany, were richer than they'd been in 1930. All sorts of
new products and industries were born during the Depression. So growth
will resume unless prevented by wrong policies. Someone, somewhere, is
tweaking a piece of software, testing a new material, or transferring the
gene that will make life easier or more fun.
17. Optimists are right
For 200 years, pessimists have had all the headlines-even though optimists
have far more often been right. There is immense vested interest in
pessimism. No charity ever raised money by saying things are getting
better. No journalist ever got the front page writing a story about how
disaster was now less likely. Pressure groups and their customers in the
media search even the most cheerful statistics for glimmers of doom. Don't
be browbeaten-dare to be an optimist!
10:45 A.M. WORSHIP July 1, 2012
Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
SERVANTS IN WORSHIP
Announcer: ................................................................................... Mike Jackson
Greeters: ...................................................................................... Koinonia Class
Acolyte(s): .................................................................................. Jack Summerlin
Red Book Pickup: .................................................. Betty Floyd/Jennifer Atchley
Deacons: Coordinator: Bob Sauser; Ushers & Servers: Barbara Voss, Renee West,
Sandy Reynolds, Lawrence Rebelo, Doug Ford, Kathie Fulgham, Shawn Fulgham,
Katie King, Lesley Morgan
East #1 (Prayer for Bread)................................................................ Carol Sharpe
East #2 (Table) ................................................................................ Betty Woomer
West #1 (Prayer for Cup) ..................................................................... Betty Floyd
West #2 (Table) ................................................................................. Betty Jolly
Elders On Call: ............................................................ Carol Sharpe/Betty Floyd
Screen Door Callers: Russell/Wagner/Kirby/Brannen
Scripture Reader:……………..(Ephesians 3:1-21) ............................. Scot Crosslin
Message: ……………………..…”Wisdom & Prayer” ................ Pastor Paul Rebelo
PRAYER CONCERNS:
Homer Aldrich Bill Hobbs Pat Barnwell
Liz Love Luther Whitaker Natalie Wharton
Jordan Coleman & Family David Blackburn Doris Aldrich
Jim Northcut Harrison Gill Hildred Levi
Ricky Bluford Al Pless (Evelyn’s son) Edith Cofer
Bud & Alisha Fiske Al Ford Don Rodgers
Doug Beuoy (Brannens’ son-in-law) Rosie Cofer Nancy Lord
Normanda Huffman (Sally D’s mother) Martha Coffey (Debby & Judy’s aunt)
Paula Baker (Carl Beattie’s stepsister) Carolyn Bowman (David Floyd’s sister)
Dimple Marlin (Gary Wilkes’ mother) JoJo Wise Ruth DeBrunner
Leona BonDurant (Carl Beattie’s Grandmother)
Allen Marlin (Gary Wilkes’ stepfather)
JULY BIRTHDAYS
6th: Alan Derthick, Gail Rich
10th: Connie Smithson
11th: Tom Pearce, Mike Poe, Aline Summerlin
15th: Blan Williams
16th: Jennifer Atchley, Sandy Reynolds,
Ruth Wells, David Street
17th: Liz Moore
18th: Oscar Hurley
19th: Donald McKenna
20th: Forest Sharp
21st: Bill Hobbs, Lee Ann Hamilton
22nd: Betty Woomer
23rd: Jack Barker
25th: Franklin King
26th: Baxter Sneed
27th: Doris Aldrich, Dean Webster
28th: Julie Turner
29th: Sanford Sharp
31st: Jim Northcut
Happy Birthday to All!
Betty Proctor...has been selected as Tennessee’s recipient of Hamilton
Relay's Better Hearing and Speech Month Recognition Award for 2012.
Established in 2010, this award is presented to influential community leaders
who are hard of hearing, late-deafened or have difficulty speaking.
"Taking the time to step back and learn about the accomplishments of
individuals in the communities we serve is a rewarding experience," said vice
president of Hamilton Relay, Dixie Ziegler. "These individuals advocate for the
well-being of those around them in so many ways. It's truly a privilege for us
to recognize them with our annual scholarships and awards."
Individuals were nominated by their peers for providing a strong,
positive influence within their state. Betty Proctor’s advocacy, attention to
detail, amazing work ethic, and diligence with every task she undertakes has
made her well-known within the hard of hearing community in Tennessee.
Officials said, "Betty exemplifies the spirit of the Hamilton Relay Better
Hearing and Speech Month Award. We commend Betty for her many
accomplishments and Tennessee is fortunate to have such an individual."
It's a Boy!...Please join us in celebrating the upcoming birth of David and
Jessica Petree's son. The shower will be held directly after the service on Sunday,
July 8th.Jessica and David are registered at Babies R Us and amazon.com.
Paul’s next few sermon series -
Ephesians Sermon Series:
For the next several weeks we will be looking into Paul's letter to the
Ephesians. The Apostle Paul has a conversation with the Ephesians about what
it means to “grow up in Christ." We are born in this world not knowing much,
but little by little we get the hang of it...we learn to eat, walk, talk. It is the
same thing when we become alive in God. There is more to life than being
born. We are called to grow in the stature of Christ. How do we do this
growing, in a very complex, demanding world? Well, I hope that is what we
will talk about the next several Sundays.
Galatians Sermon Series:
Paul's principal argument against legalism comes out in his letter to the
Galatians. He suggests whatever practices detract from the all-sufficiency of
Christ and the ministries of the Holy Spirit must be opposed. He also is
opposed to erecting social boundaries between people that don't need such
boundaries. Paul is opposed to ideas that threaten the purity of the Gospel.
Biblical Journeys & Life Transitions:
In life we all go through transitions like leaving home, marrying, having
children, losing a parent, losing a spouse, retiring, illness and death. Being
honest and admitting these transitions are going on in our lives is half the
battle. The Bible has much to say about life’s transitions. We will be looking at
eight transition stories found in the bible.
These three sermon series will lead us to the beginning of Advent,
where will pick up with the Advent texts that lead us to the birth of
our Savior.
WELCOME! Today is the gateway to another
week. We join together here to thank God for
a new week of promise and possibilities. Let us
welcome the opportunity of worship, as we
prepare ourselves to be God’s people in God’s
world.
Church Office: (423) 267-4506
Pastoral Emergency: (423) 994-0415
BRIDGE Deadline: Monday, 10:30 a.m.
Church Office Hours:
Mon - Fri: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
FIRST
CHRISTIAN
CHURCH
(Disciples of Christ)
A Church of Service…
...Not Lip Service
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E-mail addresses:
Church ................... [email protected]
Rev. Paul Rebelo ....... [email protected]
Christine Rebelo .......... [email protected]
Chuck Martin ........... [email protected]
Karen Richards ......... [email protected]
Opportunities for Service:
Volunteer in the Brown Academy After-School Program!
If you can spare even one Tuesday afternoon, we would appreciate
your help. Call Kyle Cutsinger (423-892-1079) for more information.
Volunteer at the Community Kitchen!
1st and 3rd Fridays of every month. 9:00 AM to 11:45 AM; 727 E.
11th St.
Help out at Habitat for Humanity!
2nd Saturday of every month. Be there around 8:30 AM. For
details, email Larry Kirby ([email protected]).
Volunteer to serve a meal at Room In The Inn on the 5th Sunday of
any applicable month. For details, call or email Shannon Beattie (423-
883-9083; [email protected].
Help us when we host families from Interfaith Homeless Network for a
week, several times each year. For details, email Julia Martin at
Stewardship Last Sunday:
Morning Worship Service ................................. 127
Worship Offering Received ........................ $3,884
Contributions to Date ............................. $210,779
Expenses to Date .................................... $247,857
THIS WEEK AT FIRST CHRISTIAN
(Opportunities for you to connect)
Sunday, July 8
Monday, July 2
Tuesday, July 3
No Scheduled Activities
Wednesday, July 4 — Independence Day — Office Closed
No Scheduled Activities
Thursday, July 5
7:15 a.m. Men’s Study Group; Bluegrass Grill
Friday, July 6
11:00 a.m. Tai Chi with Chris Campbell; Chi Rho
7:30 p.m. NA Friday Group; Chi Rho Classroom
Saturday, July 7
Sunday, July 1
10:30 a.m. Ladies’ Prayer Group; Fellowship Hall
7:30 p.m. NA Monday Group; Fellowship Hall
No Scheduled Activities
9:45 a.m. Sunday School Classes
10:35 a.m. Elders’ Prayer Circle; Meditation Chapel
10:45 a.m. Worship; Sanctuary
12:00 p.m. Fellowship; Parlor
9:45 a.m. Sunday School Classes
10:35 a.m. Elders’ Prayer Circle; Meditation Chapel
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship; Sanctuary
12:00 p.m. Fellowship; Parlor
5:00 p.m. Hixson-Soddy Daisy Neighborhood Group; THE HOUSE patio
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