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the Clarion Of Central Christian Church (DOC)
Our church family 2
Disciples News 4-5
VBS 6-7
Fish fry news 8
Rebecca’s revelation 10
Worship in the park 11
calendar 15
Inside
this
issue
September 2021
Our Church Family……… Please remember the following in your prayers:
All children, families, teachers and administrators as the new school year unfolds.
The people of Haiti as they recover from a deadly earthquake and the people in California
who continue to deal with wild fires. If you would like to hear how the Christian Church (DOC)
is responding to these and other crises, please go to the Week of Compassion web site.
The Afghan refugees and those who are trying to flee from the Taliban. Many people in
Afghanistan are in danger because of the help they offered and the work they did with US
troops for the past 20 years.
CCC friends, Selena Cannady & Nichelle Washington at Evangel Christian Church (formerly
Covenant Christian Church). Last month, they were in a very serious car accident. Nichelle is
doing well. Selena is home from the hospital, but had to have a rod placed from her knee to
her hip as well as a new hip. You can send cards of encouragement to them at:
Evangel Christian Church, 1108 8th St. TH 47804
Rick Dennis' neighbor, Peg, who suffered very bad burns to her hands after a recent grease fire
started in her kitchen.
Shannon Giles' best friend, Cheri, Cheri's husband, Bill, & their daughter Holly. Holly moved to
Austin earlier this summer and then was seriously ill with COVID even after being vaccinated.
Alanson Hammond as he recovers from COVID. Although he has not experienced many
symptoms, he is out of school and his parents are quarantining.
Courtney Hogue as she goes through a difficult time.
Due to Patient Privacy Laws, hospitals are no longer able to contact pastors if a church member is
admitted for treatment. If you or a loved one is in the hospital, please call the church office or Rev.
Rebecca.
Please report items for Our Church Family to the church office and to Rev. Zelensky
“God calls Central Christian Church to be a welcoming and open faith community where Christian
love, action, and discipleship unite.”
Vision Statement of Central Christian Church (DOC),
Terre Haute, IN
David Hurst, Melanie’s dad, as he continues treatment for an aggressive type of skin cancer
and for Parkinson’s Disease.
Mary Ellen Jackson requests prayer for those participating in upcoming Emmaus Walks, with
which she and Charlie have been quite active. This will be the first ones since the pandemic
led to cancellations of these events.
Paul Myers and his family as Paul recovers from COVID. Although his symptoms were very
minimal, he was in isolation for almost two weeks.
Glenda & Tony Parks as Tony continues treatments for cancer.
Doug Sloan as he recovers from a recent heart cath.
We extend our deepest sympathies to Susan Goode & her family at the death of Susan’s
mother, Carol, on August 7 in Phoenix, Arizona.
Congratulations to Ava Hammond & Nick Johnson at the birth of their daughter, Rosalee
Grace Johnson on August 10! Rosy weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces and was 21 inches long.
Grandparents Angie & George Hammond and Uncle Alanson are busting with pride!
Congratulations to Rev. Zelensky’s cousin, Bobbie Jo & her husband, Jeremy Skaggs, who
welcomed Jaxon James Skaggs on July 28! Although Jaxon was 6 weeks early, he is home
and doing well.
The congregation of
Central Christian Church (DOC)
will have a Congregational Meeting
immediately after worship on
Sunday, September 5.
The purpose of this meeting is to
approve the slate of Nominations for
the 2021-2022 Ministry Year.
Invitation
Church members & Friends
This September will mark the 20 th
anniversary of the events that took
place on 9-11-2001.
On Sunday, September 12, we will have
a time of remembrance while we
observe this important date in history.
We encourage you to write down
anything you recall from that day/week
that you would like to share with our
faith community, and send your
thoughts to Rev. Rebecca at
SOP Book Sale Thank You:
Moderator, Bonnie Wilson, received the following email from Becky Keller, thanking
everyone from CCC who volunteered with the SOP Book Sale:
Thanks so much, Bonnie, for ALL the advertising and sorting you did for our used book sale.
The best news is that we doubled what we usually make in donations for our sisters'
ministries...and you and our many Providence Associates, who volunteered, helped make
this happen.
Gratefully,
Becky and all your Sisters of Providence
When you arrive at the church building
for worship, please keep all fellowship
and conversation to after the service in
the parking lot. With COVID numbers
continuing to rise in Vigo County, and
more and more vaccinated people are
testing positive for the virus, we simply
MUST be careful and look out for one
another. Please use the time before the
service begins to center yourself and
prepare to worship God.
If you would like to serve as a Counter, please contact Bonnie Wilson, Rev. Zelensky, or the church office. If
you’ve never counted before, training is available. Please note that it is not a weekly commitment, you may sign -up
for the Sundays that work best for you.
CANCELLED 2021 Jonah Fish Fry Cancelled
It is with sadness and disappointment that the Fish Fry Committee in
agreement with the Board has decided that the Annual Jonah Fish Fry will be
cancelled, again, for 2021. With the Delta variant of the coronavirus
spreading rapidly, the decision was made in the best interest of our members,
friends, and guests.
We demonstrate love for our neighbors by keeping them out of danger and
with the majority of our workers and guests being individuals 65+ and/or with
health concerns we must do what we can to keep them protected. In
continuing with the Fish Fry as we have in years past, it was apparent that
there is no possibility for social distancing, both for staff or guests. We also
considered the idea of a drive-thru, however due to our location and in
comparison with others that were done in our area last year, it was quickly
understood that this was not an option for our church.
The annual Fish Fry has become a beloved fundraiser for our church but this
year, like last, the risk is too great. Prayerfully, we will continue with our 29th
Jonah Fish Fry on Friday September 9, 2022.
As last year, the Fish Fry Committee has recommended that the Board
approve a “Love Offering” from our family and friends in place of donations
of products, supplies, baked goods, and ticket purchases we would have
made for the event. This is a big help to provide the funds that we would
have made from the fundraiser.
-Fish Fry Committee
One of the worship “seasons” that many of us at Central have grown to love and
appreciate every year is our Season of Creation.
Starting on Sunday, September 19, through Sunday, October 10, we will once again
praise God for the blessings and gifts of creation, in particular water, air/wind, earth
and fire.
This is a great time to invite others you know who may not have a church home to
worship with us – either in our sanctuary or online.
Rebecca’s Revelation
Grace and peace to you in the name of Jesus Christ! There are times when we forget the influence we
have in the world. There are times when we have no idea the difference we make or have made in the
lives of others. Earlier this summer, we received the following two items in the mail. I hope they bring
you as much joy as they do for me.
Hello, Rebecca – I want you to see the letter I wrote to DJAN [Disciples Justice Action Network, now Disciples Justice Ministries] along with my small gift to the cause. I am sending a copy to Bonnie Wilson as well.
I am moved by what has been done at Central. I thank you for your leadership, witness, and vision.
Recently I complied for my family a “Legacy Notebook.” I wanted to include my collection of Clarion Commentaries. The notebook got pretty big so I had those printed and bound separately. I will be happy to send you one if you want. I may send one to Bonnie and Beth.
Meanwhile – may you and Central keep up your amazing gospel witness.
Kindest regards in Christ, Tom Russell Dear DJAN, A small check is enclosed and it is sent in honor of the congregation Central Christian Church in Terre Haute, Indiana. I became the pastor of that wonderful church in 1984, leaving the Department of Church in Society. The shrinking was just beginning. No one was called to fill my assignment.
With this small gift, I want to honor Central Christian of Terre Haute. While I was there, four women entered the ordained ministry, supported by the members and the Board. After I left, two women served as pastors, and the current pastor, Rebecca Zelensky, has led the congregation in powerful ways. Currently an openly lesbian woman, Bonnie Wilson, is the moderator of the congregation. One of the leaders that has had a wonderful and profound effect on the membership is Phil Ewoldsen, a leader in the Disciples movement for justice for gay and lesbian persons. Phil is to be honored for his witness. And if you can, recognize the profound witness to justice put forward by Central Christian Church in Terre Haute, Indiana.
Thomas Russell, Retired DOC Clergy [Pastor Emeritus of Central Christian Church]
Central, even during a pandemic, you are working with God’s Spirit in making our world the place God
intends it to be. Trust that God – and others! – do make note of it.
Rev. Rebecca Zelensky
The Church Directory is AVAILABLE NOW!!!!!!
Special thanks to Carol and Doug Sloan for formatting and creating the
updated CCC Directory. The booklet is available now and can be found on
the Sacred Condiments Table on Sunday or stop in the church office to
request a copy. While we are printing them in house, please consider a small
donation to cover additional printing costs.
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4 :: moses hamm
5 :: adam crist
5 :: Erika walker
8 :: jodee barnes
8 :: Jacob barnes
8 :: jarrett barnes
9 :: linda snider
9 :: susan edmondson
10 :: Michaela mckee
10 :: violet vaughn
11 :: tom gonthier
12 :: phil ewoldsen
14 :: claire willey
15 :: carroll vasbinder
17 :: frank crist
17 :: trey rice
20 :: Stacie whitley
22 :: david mccoll
22 :: paige Jordan
24 :: Tammy beck
29 :: kyle wilson
Happy
Birthday
10 :: john & michelle manning
17 :: kelly & Patrick meyers
30 :: mike & Kimberly schodlatz
Happy
Anniversary
Monday, November 1
We will have a service remembering all we have lost amid the COVID-19 Pandemic
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 3 4 9a Mat Making
5 6
7 8 9 10 11 9a Mat Making
12 11a - 2p
Holypallooza
13 9a Bible Study
14 7p Taize @
SMWC
15 16 17 18 9a Mat Making
19 20 9a Bible Study
21 22 23 24 25 9a Mat Making
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27 9a Bible Study
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September 2021
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Sunday School for
all ages 11 AM
Central Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
4950 East Wabash Ave
P.O. Box 3125
Terre Haute Indiana
47803
Phone: 812-877-9959
Email:
centralchristianchurch@
frontier.com
We’re On The Web
www.cccthdisciples.org
Worship Services
9:30 AM
Sunday School for
all ages 11 AM