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The Chalice

A publication of First Christian Church of Edmond, OK

CONNECTIONVol. 4 No. 31, August 9, 2012

As most of

you know, I

will be leaving

my much-

loved positionas Director

of Childrens

Ministry

at the end of the month. While I am

sad about leaving so many wonderful

projects, I am excited about becoming

refocused. Chris has written about

distractions and refocusing in the last

two Chalice articles. I believe that when

we are praying for and seeking the will

of God, we will be able to focus. God

will show us how to simplify and stripaway all the distractions that cause us to

lose our way and our truths. The same

is true of our ministries.

It is my prayer for the church, the

Childrens Education Committee, and

for the children that we minister with,

that we not lose our focus. We must

not forget that we minister and worship

WITH children, not TO children. We

must not forget to respect children for

who they are, not the adults they will

become. We must invite children into

all aspects of church, make them feel

welcome. We must remain focused.

In the Worship Center (ChildrenWorship and Wonder room) downstairs

in the church basement, we have a

Focus Shelf. The shelf is centered on

the wall across from where the children

enter the worship center. By its

structure, it reminds us of the Trinity -

God the Holy Spirit (the Christ Candle),

God Incarnate (The Nativity), and God

who nurtures and sustains us (the Good

Shepherd). How appropriate that it is

called a Focus Shelf.

One of the things I look forward tofocusing on, as I transition back into

lay-leadership, is dedicating myself to

the new Children Worship and Wonder

program. It is one of my great joys! The

program will begin August 26 with a

Child/Parent Orientation session during

the 11:00 worship service for ages 3

through the 1st Grade. I look forward to

this new adventure with you all.

Focusing on Our FutureSunday, August 19

9:30 Common Sunday School(in Fellowship Hall)

10:45 Unified Worship

Read more about this in the article on page 2 - Its Time to Focus

Looking ForwardBy Anna Lisa Stanley, Director of Childrens Ministry

Interim Director of

Childrens Ministry

SoughtThe Personnel Committee of First

Christian Church of Edmond is

currently accepting applications

from individuals who are interested

in filling a long-term role (6 to 12

months) as Full-Time Interim

Director of Childrens Ministry.

Interested applicants shouldsubmit a letter of interest and a

resume tojobs@fccedmond.org

or mail them to First Christian

Church, ATTN: Greg Bunton,

PO Box 3548, Edmond, OK, 73083

no later than August 27, 2012.

Please NOTE: The selected

Interim Director will not be

considered as a candidate for the

permanent position when that

application process begins in 2013.

ALL children ages 3 years through

5th grade will be promoted to

their new Sunday school class on

Sunday, August 12. Also, our

incoming and new first graders will

get their Bibles, courtesy of Disciple

Women. We hope to see you this

Sunday in Sunday school!

Promotion Sunday

is August 12!

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WE NEEDYOUFOR THE Back-TO-scHOOl

BlOckPaRTY!Sponsored by FCC Outreach Ministries through the Rolling Green Collaborative

When & Where?This Saturday, August 11 from 5-8 pm,at FCCs Family Life Center!

(Rolling Green residents pre-register through the Rolling Green Office)

What Can YOU Do? How Can YOU Help?* We NEEDVolunteers to work at the party!

* Donate funds to purchase shoes!

We need your help! There are still many open spots - please show our

neighbors the generous and giving spirit of First Christian Church Edmond and volunteer for an hour or two! You c

donate online at fccedmond.org/blockparty or drop by the Block Party from 5-8 and we will find a place for yo

Remember the great work that was done last summer during our ReNew process? W

identified our core values and dared to dream and imagine the future of First ChristiChurch. Now it is time to take the next step and discern those dreams and Gods pl

for our church it is time to Focus.

We have hired Rev. Dr. Richard Dick Hamm as a consultant to help us with

this process and he, along with our church staff and Focus Team have been busy

compiling information regarding our congregation and community. Dick will presen

a preliminary analysis of this information on Sunday, August 19, in a Common

Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. to be followed by a Unified Worship Service at

10:45 a.m.

Our Focus will be on Gods plan to expand our core values over the next fiv

years. To discern the direction He is calling us to take. For this process to be effectiv

we need as much input and participation as possible from the entire congregation. O

goal is to have 40 small groups of three, Prayer Triads, who will get together to pray

discuss specific topics, and to listen to Gods will for our church.Our Focus Team will then compile the results of the Prayer Triad discussions,

present the findings to the congregation for review and critique; and, with Dicks

help, come up with a step-by-step plan to take us from the present to the future. Th

strategic plan will guide us month-by-month from here to there and be updated

every few months as we learn and gain experience. Dick will also stay in touch for at least a year, offering resources and holding u

accountable in our progress.

As you can see, this is a comprehensive process that allows each of us a wonderful opportunity to be a part of the future of

First Christian Church and its ministries and growth. Please plan to attend Sunday, August 19 and to join our congregation as w

Focus on the Future of First Christian Church.

If you have any questions, please contact one of our Focus Team members:

Billy Harrison, Co-moderator

Brenda Peterson, Co-moderatorBrian Cavanaugh

Ellen Chitwood

Molly HaleyBruce Jackson

Its Time to Focus

Terry Kerr

Robbi KinnairdMolly Larrison

Warren Sheperd

Bethany ShipleyWayne Warner

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Unite Small Group

Teachers Needed!Have you ever wondered where can you

serve? In order to keep this vital ministry

running successfully - Unite Small Group

Teachers are still needed! If you are available on Wednesdays beginning at 6:30 pm

and LOVE to teach, please contact Anna Lisa Stanley at 341-3544. Thank you!

Mark Your Calendars!This year, all Wednesday UNITE activities (includes dinner, worship and small group

classes) for children, youth, and adults begin Wednesday, September 12th! Fall

UNITE dates will run from September 12 through December 5. There will be no UNITE

events on October 10th (Fall break) or November 21 (Thanksgiving break). Additional

registration information is coming soon - watch for it!

Looking for Donations...Can You Help?We would appreciate donations or loans of thefollowing items:

Donate or loan embroidery hoops - any sizeDonate yarn and embroidery oss - any colorDonate felt squares - any color

Do you do needlework, weave, quilt or sew?Let us know! Email sregan@fccedmond.org

We are asking for all donations to be left in thebox in the church workroom, room 101, by August 15. These donations will be usedfor creative projects - decorations and childrens crafts - for our annual Gratitudelunch and Annual Campaign.

Thank you for your help!

Operation ChristmasChild Packing PartyWednesday, August 15

9 am to Noon

Come and go!Questions? Call Michele Schlough

at 844-3214. Thank you!

Prayers of the PeopleOUR PRAYERS FOR THOSE IN THE HOSPITAL

Chris Gibson, Deaconess; Bob Jennings, OU MedicalCenter - Edmond

THOSE IN NEED OF PRAYER Bob Jennings, Jason Scheer (Larry & Judy Freemansson), Judy Joy, Larry Hays (Dyke Moffatts brother-in-law), Jim Hays, HaynesPhillips (Anna Lisa Stanleys dad), Jerri Jones, Rose Marie McKee, Bart Rodr,Virginia ONiel, Cynthia David (Winnie Halls daughter), Ed Berry, Bill & Mary LouWomble

OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS To Kim Klaus and family in the passing of hermother, Jane Martin, on August 2. Services will be Friday, August 10 at 11:30amat the Faith Bible Church in Edmond AND to Robyn Young Bond & Karri Youngand Greg & Lynn Burgess in the passing of their father, Charlie Young, on August

2. Also remember extended family members and long-time care-givers MildredLehman and Angie Wilson. Services were held Monday, August 6 at FCC-Edmond.

CELEBRATING THE GIFT OF A NEW LIFE Andre Henry Kirkland born July 30 toSteve & Holly Kirkland. Great grandmother is Gloria Rehrig AND Eleanor GailBurgess born August 7. Grandparents are Greg & Lynn Burgess.

Happy Birthday!8/12 Kristen Hall, Les Hastings8/13 Katie Pierce, Kylee Stone

8/14 Claire Douthitt, Chris Gibson, AHall, Joseph Mecoy, Delaney NaKarri Smith, Steve Theobald

8/15 Blake Ruben8/16 Ivan Coco, Michele Koopman,

Cassie Miller, Cathy Stephens,Charles Weddle, Jr.

8/17 Lillian Lee, Vicki Thorpe8/18 Trent Lagasse8/19 Steve Allison, Naomi Harp, Fred

Hepler, Margaret Hostetter

ChildrenWorship & Wonder

Child and Parent OrientatioSunday, August 26

During the 11:00 a.m. service -

come see what is it all about!

Edmonds Hope CenteSeeking Volunteers

The HOPE Center of Edmond works

provide assistance to members of the

Edmond community by providing foo

clothing, household items and financi

assistance (rent and utilities) - and the

need volunteers! Volunteers work in

2-3 hour shifts, once a week. Areas in

need include the Food Pantry and the

Clothing Closet. If you are interested

contact Cheryl Woods at 348-1340.

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Join the Womens Connections Bible Study groupfor this 8-session study! This study looks at theimplications of our faith and will inspire you to putyour faith into action in practical ways.

Monday ThursdaySession 7:00-9:00 pm 9:30-11:30 am

1 Aug 27 Aug 302 Sep 10 Sep 133 Sep 24 Sep 274 Oct 8 Oct 115 Oct 22 Oct 256 Nov 5 Nov 87 Nov 19 Nov 298 Dec 3 Dec 13

Want to sign up? Call Jenny Wiechmann at 340-3816 (for Monday evenings) -or- TanaStufebean at 341-4742 (for Thursday mornings) -or- see Iris Muno Jordan in the churcofce. Books are $18. Make checks payable to FCC and note Connections Bible Study

Worshipat First Christian8:15, 9 & 11am

August 12, 2012Message: Rev. Chris Shorow

Rev. Greg BuntonTheme: VisioningScripture: Luke 18:35-43

August 19, 2012Common SS Hour - 9:30 AM (FH)Unied Service - 10:45 AMGuest Minister: Rev. Dr. Dick HammTheme: VisioningScripture: John 5:2-9