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TUNE INServices Available on Radio, TV and Online

The 9 and 11 pm Christmas Eve Services will be live-streamed on the web and will air at midnight on The CW WWHO-TV.

North Campus4:30 pmCandlelight ServiceDr. Richard Wing preaching.

6 pmCandlelight ServiceDr. Richard Wing preaching.

South Campus4 pmChildren’s ServiceLed by Donice Wooster and Rev. Deborah Lindsay.

9 & 11 pmFestival of Lessons & CarolsChancel Choir and Orchestra.Dr. Richard Wing preaching.

Last Sunday’s concert, Carols for Christmas is available at FCchurch.com/concertand will broadcast on WOSU-FM (101.1) on Sunday, December 22 at 3 pm.

For details about our Christmas Eve special mission offerings, see Page 7.

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Sunday Morning Seminar at NorthStarting January 12: Why Did Jesus, Moses, the Buddha, and Mohammed Cross the Road? When four religious leaders walk across the road, it’s not the beginning of a joke. It’s the start of one of the most important conversations in today’s world: Christian Identity in a Multi-Faith World. So says author Brian McLaren in this excellent study.

Sundays, 9 - 9:50 amRoom 115, North CampusNew class begins Jan. 12

Sunday Morning Seminar at SouthStarting January 12: Why Did Jesus, Moses, the Buddha, and Mohammed Cross the Road? (See description above.)

Sundays, 9:30 - 10:45 amWicker Room, South CampusNew class begins Jan. 12

Tuesday at TenPete and Pidge Diehl lead this new class on Bishop John Shelby Spong’s 2013 book, The Fourth Gospel: Tales of a Jewish Mystic.

Tuesdays, 10 - 11:30 amWicker Room, South CampusResumes Jan. 7

Tuesday PM Great Figures of the New Testament. Led by Walter Watkins. Video lectures by Amy-Jill Levine. Each week we look at a new, unique character. In January we start with ‘Doubting Thomas,” followed by the “Gentile Mother Who Challenged Jesus,” then characters from the parables of the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son. Free and open to the public.

Tuesdays, 7 - 8:15 pmRoom 128, North CampusResumes Jan. 21

Men’s Study GroupStudying the Christmas story through December. Will resume study of Romans in January.

Wednesdays, 7 - 8 amWicker Room, South Campus

Men’s Wednesday FellowshipPresentations and discussion of leading-edge topics. Ends promptly at 8 am.

Wednesdays, 7 - 8 amBrownlee Hall, South Campus

Women Living the QuestionsNew series: Brené Brown’s Daring Greatly.

Wednesdays, 9:30 - 11 amWicker Room, South Campus

Wednesday Evening Bible StudyPrayer, scriptures and action. Led by Rev. Long.

Wednesdays, 7 - 8:15 pmConference Rm, North CampusResumes Jan. 8

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Contemplative Way Group 1Sacred reading, 30-minute meditation and closing reflections. Rev. David Hett facilitates.

Thursdays, 11:45 am - 1 pm Wicker Room, South CampusResumes Jan. 9

Contemplative Way Group 2Reading, meditation and discussion of Merton’s New Seeds of Contemplation. Facilitated by Lisa Bueche, Spiritual Director, and Rev. David Hett.

1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7 - 8 pmGuild Room, South CampusResumes Jan. 16

Saturday Contemplative Way GroupA time of sacred reading, meditation and discussion based on Mirabai Starr’s newest book, The Showing of Julian of Norwich – A New Translation. Facilitated by Rose Konrath and Vickie Murphy, Spiritual Director. Free-will offering each week.

Saturdays, 10-11:15 amBeginning January 4, 2014Spiritual Guidance Room, South Campus Annex

Spiritual Salon: A Walk with Martin LutherThe founder of Protestantism, Martin Luther, is the focus of our next “Spiritual Salon”, an intimate portrait of the leader of the Protestant Reformation.

Tuesday, January 147-8:30 pmBrownlee Hall, South Campus

OSU Humanities ForumPanel on Eastern Religions with Fred AnderleFormer WOSU-radio talk show host, Fred Anderle, interviews a panel of representatives from Hindu, Jain, Sikh and Tibetan Buddhist traditions. Co-produced by our church’s new Center for Spiritual Search with the OSU Humanities Institute, this forum includes audience Q & A. Free and open to the public.

Wednesday, January 227:30 pmGrace Hall, North Campus

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Community Forum Focuses on South CampusA Community Forum focusing on the South Campus Capital Project will be held on Sunday, January 12, 2014 at 12:15 pm in the South Campus Sanctuary.

The South Campus Design Committee (SCDC) will be sharing information and seeking feedback from the congregation regarding the Recommended Project Definition for the South Campus Capital Project. The Project Definition, which was approved by the Governing Board at the November 18 meeting, will serve as a guide for the Committee as it develops a Master Plan for the South Campus.

A Camp Akita experience will be offered for K-12 children at Lincoln Road Chapel.

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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.

firstnews MonthlyRead the latest edition of firstnews Monthly online at FCchurch.com or to receive by mail make your request at news@FCchurch.com

For registration informationgo to FCchurch.com

Become a firstnews Monthly sponsor. Visit FCchurch.com/sponsorship

We Appreciate Our Sponsors

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Pledge 2014 Pledging is a vital component of First Community Church’s financial success. Our church relies on your annual promise of financial support to confidently fund the important programs and ministries that carry our message of God’s love into our community and the world. We would like to thank those of you who have pledged in 2013. If you have not yet pledged for 2014, please find a pledge card located in the Welcome Pad or at the Welcome Center.

Tri-Village Trading Post is closed for the Christmas

season and will reopen on January 6, 2014

A Boutique Shopping Experience at Bargain Prices

Holiday Hours & Tax Info

Both North and South Campuses will close Tuesday, December 24 at noon and re-open 1 hour prior to the Christmas Eve services.

South Campus will re-open Friday, December 27 with normal business hours. North Campus remains closed through January 1.

South Campus will close Wednesday, December 31 at noon.

Please note that in order to receive tax deductions for 2013, all contributions must be postmarked or delivered in person on or before December 31.

A flier on Charitable Contributions is available at the Welcome Center.

Both Campuses resume regular hours on January 2.

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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.

I have Pope envy. There, I said it out loud. I read this term in a blog a few weeks ago and immediately decided to own the terminology. Pope Francis is just what the world has been waiting for: a Holy Father who speaks to the world with the voice of the poor.

While not a Catholic, I am a Christian, and believe our collective voices speak on behalf of the marginalized. We speak with the voice of God.

This Sunday we light the Angel’s candle signifying their announcement of “good tidings of great joy.” I can only imagine that for the millions of people around the world who live in hunger and poverty, Pope Francis’ words are not the best tidings they have heard in a long time.

Pope Francis is Time’s Person Of The Year. This was his first address after being given this distinction: http://bit.ly/19vNvSS

December 10 was International Human Rights Day. Pope Francis called for a “Prayer Wave” against hunger. http://huff.to/19aRiXQ

In November, Pope Francis released the 85-page Evangelii Gaudium or the Joy of the Gospel. Wow. http://bit.ly/18U4Y6E

Interesting conversation about breastfeeding. Yep, the Pope. http://bit.ly/1dknt3L

Who can resist BuzzFeed’s 19 Best Pope Francis Moments of 2013? http://bzfd.it/1bcl9Jr

Of course he shares his birthday with the homeless. http://bit.ly/1elCFme

The Pope weighing in on being called a “Marxist.” http://alj.am/19vNKNR

“We must learn to regard people less in the light of what they do or don’t do, and more in the light of what they suffer.” — D. Bonhoeffer

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ReMember is a book about coming alive and engaging in your life and work. Author and church member Jason Barger has donated 65 copies to First Community Church. All proceeds benefit FCC.

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Giving OpportunityExpires December 31, 2013 - If you’re age 70½ or older you can make a direct contribution - up to $100,000 - from your IRA to a qualified charitable organization in 2013 without owing any income tax on the distribution. This “charitable IRA rollover” can be used to satisfy required minimum distributions.

First Community Church or First Community Foundation are qualified charitable organizations. The American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (ATRA) revived this opportunity, but only for 2012 and 2013. This is a unique opportunity to pre-pay your pledge or support the missions, ministries and facilities of First Community Church. If you would like to make a charitable IRA rollover, please contact your tax consultant for the correct way to complete the transaction.

Thank you for your support of First Community Church programs.

Christmas Eve Special Offerings By Bruce Crouthamel

Your generous gifts collected at each of our Christmas Eve services this year willbe divided between Deep Griha Society and Friends of the Homeless.

Deep Griha Society is an independent, charitable organization working to better the lives of people living in the slums of Puné, India. Through a range of familywelfare programs encompassing education, health, awareness building and selfhelp projects, Deep Griha Society helps thousands of beneficiaries.

Friends of the Homeless was founded in 1983 to provide a wide range of services to help homeless adults and families move from dependency to self-sufficiency here in Columbus. This organization also provides liaison programs for mental illness, legal consultation, chemical dependency, medical treatment and a wide variety of employment services. First Community Church members provide hot meals to men in an emergency shelter each Monday evening and to women in Rebecca’s Place on Tuesday evenings.

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Midweek Mission Thank You By Julie Richards

We would like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who contributed to the Thanksgiving Baskets we donated to the Gladden Community House. Members of the congregation helped by donating food, money and a lot of time to this project. This year, we were able to donate baskets for 33 families in need. This was a combined K-5, Middle School and High School mission effort.

The Midweek Mission children spent several weeks doing projects to make each basket special. They decorated the baskets, put together recipe books, wrote notes to each family and painted trivets as an extra gift to include in each basket. Their insight and thoughtfulness throughout the project was impressive, to say the least.

A special thanks to April Howe, Amy Gray and Jason Poling for giving so much of their time to our fall session. We are also grateful to everyone who came along to deliver the baskets including: the Snyder, Berens, Lenhart, Sandstrom and Schoning families. Thanks also to Kendal Glasser, Riley Cunningham, Jenna Robison and Ellie McClarren for their help.

This entire experience was one where while giving to others, we in turn received so much. For more information about K-5 Midweek Missions, contact Julie Richards at jrichards@fcchurch.com

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TV Camera and Control Room The Media Team needs you! No experience necessary, just a willingness to learn and develop television broadcast skills for First Edition. If you are available on a regular basis, contact Scott Binder at sbinder@FCchurch.com

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.

Join Our Usher TeamWe need a minimum of 20 ushers each week to cover all of our services. Can you help? Contact Jennifer Morrison at jennybucks1@gmail.com or Lois Zook at lzook@FCchurch.com for details.

Sunday School We have consistent lead teachers in all of our classes, but rely on parents to assist the teachers with taking attendance, helping serve snacks and providing extra hands and hearts.

For Early Childhood, contact:Paige - pschlembach@gmail.com (NC) Donice - donicew@FCchurch.com (SC)

For K-5, contact:Dawn - dcostin@FCchurch.com

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

Tri-Village Trading PostBe a volunteer in the Receiving Room or in the Shop. Share your spare hours with the Post. Friendly faces will greet you and help you learn the work. If interested, contact Rebecca Wolfe at 330 697.6218 or rwolfe@FCchurch.com

South Campus ReceptionistVolunteers needed to answer phones and greet our congregation. Contact Pam at pjameson@FCchurch.com

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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 kweatherby@FCchurch.com

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 kweatherby@FCchurch.com

Care & PrayerAll prayers are held in confidence. Please contact Kathy in the Pastoral Care Office at 614 488.0681 ext 239 or kweatherby@FCchurch.com

Women’s GuildFor information about the Women’s Guild, please contact Estelle Scott, Chair of the Guild Membership Committee, at 614 457.1037 or emscott1037@wowway.com

Providing dignity, compassion and respect.

Choice Food Pantry open Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8:30 am - 1 pm

Lamar A. Graham, Director614 488.0681 ext 203

HeartToHeart@FCchurch.com

Heart to Heart now has an Ohio Benefit Bank counselor on site

Thursdays during pantry hours.

For an appointment outside pantry hours, 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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This Week at First Community ChurchMonday, December 23 8:30 am Heart to Heart Food Pantry (until 1:30 pm) Annex Rm. 103/104 (SC) 4:00 pm Organist Rehearsal/SB Grace Hall (NC) 5:30 pm Friends of the Homeless Kitchen (SC)

Tuesday, December 24 - Offices Open 9 am - 12 pm 4:00 pm Children’s Christmas Eve Service Sanctuary (SC) 4:30 pm Family Christmas Eve Service Grace Hall (NC) 5:30 pm Meals for Rebecca’s Place Kitchen (SC) 6:00 pm Family Christmas Eve Service Grace Hall (NC) 9:00 pm Festival of Lessons & Carols Worship Service Sanctuary (SC) 11:00 pm Festival of Lessons & Carols Worship Service Sanctuary (SC)

Wednesday, December 25 - Christmas Day/Church Closed

Thursday, December 26 - Church Closed 6:30 pm Grandview Candlelight NA/Open Group Lincoln Rd. Chapel (SC)

Friday, December 27 - South Campus Open 9 am - 5 pm/North Campus Closed 9:00 am Heart to Heart Donation Drop-off (until 5 pm) Guild Rm. (SC)

NC = North Campus, 3777 Dublin Road = Wheelchair inaccessibleSC = South Campus, 1320 Cambridge Blvd.

NEXT SUNDAY WORSHIP SCHEDULE - December 29

11:00 am Rev. Baumer preaching (Sanctuary, SC)

For further information on events, check the Welcome Center, firstnews Monthly, FCchurch.com, info@FCchurch.com or call 614 488.0681

Upcoming Parent RetreatSave March 8-9, 2014 for the Parent Retreat at Camp Akita. Stay one day or overnight. Registration will open in January.

Check firstnews Sunday, firstnews Monthly and FCchurch.com for more information.

• Purchase a Giant Eagle $10 GIFT CERTIFICATE from the

Mission Council and donate it to Heart to Heart to help

families in need.

• Sponsor a child through the ALTERNATIVE CHRISTMAS PROGRAM, supporting our church-sponsored missions.

HolidayHolidayAt First Community Church, there are many ways to help others and delight in the giving at the same time.

• Donate a warm winter coat to the REFUGEE TASK FORCE through February. Collection baskets are at both North and South Campus.

• Donate to the GENERAL MISSION FUND in honor or memory of a loved one to be utilized in an area of the greatest need.

All giving opportunities, available atFCchurch.com/giving

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