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The Chalice
A publication of First Christian Church of Edmond, OK
CONNECTION
The Most Important Thing We DoBy Rev. Dr. Jerry Black, Associate Minister
Vol. 4 No. 8 March 1, 2012
It’s Lent and a
focused time
for reflection,
confession,
and renewal;
time to echo
the moments
Jesus spent in
the wilderness
preparing
for his short, but intense ministry. While
in a state of hunger and focus, Scripture
tells us that the devil met him there in the
wilderness and wanted just one thing:
“All these I will give you, if you will fall
down and worship me.” But the Lord
replied, “You shall worship the Lord your
God and God only shall you serve”(Matt. 4:9,10).
Jesus’ response suggests that worship
is of a supreme importance. In fact, it
may well be the most important thing we
do. In the words of Karl Barth, a 20th
Century theologian, “Christian worship
is the most momentous, the most urgent,
the most glorious action that can take
place in human life.”
Worship then, is not to be taken
lightly. It is not a time for just sitting and
receiving. And it is not about what, but
Who. It is an intentional, conscious act
of giving—an offering of love, adoration,
and praise in response to God’s love,
presence, and grace. It is both passionate
and intensely purposeful. It’s why
we adopted “Open Table” as one of
our core values in last year’s re:NEW
conversations. And it is clearly the
reason your staff and the members of the Worship Committee/Ministry Team
work to make each worship a uniquely,
meaningful gift to God.
Our intentional design calls the faith
community to :
• Gather for a festival of praise
• Join in prayer and song
• Hear and deeply ponder the myste
that is God, in scripture, music, and
sermon (a sacrament of word)
• Celebrate and experience God’s
grace in communion.
• Respond to that grace with gifts of
love and resources
• Depart to share that grace in life,
faith, and action.
Please know that with this focus, we
are hearing your worship concerns and
prayerfully working through each.
May God bless us as we continue w
the most important thing God invites u
to do—worship.
For most of us the season of Lent brings to mind giving something up - like chocolate!However, this year, we are exploring a Lenten study, “Chocolate for Lent” , thatis more than what you give up. Using themes from the film Chocolat, coupled withscriptures, this study creates a space for deeper insights into self-discipline, self-giving,conversion and accepting the stranger.
Join one of the following classes for the ongoing “Chocolate for Lent” study -
February 26 - March 25
9:30 am: Challengers (Rm 116) 9:30 am: Seekers (Rm 113)
10:00 am: Christian Issues (Rm 125) 10:00 am: Compadres-In-Christ (Rm 117)
10:00 am: Cornerstones (Rm 220) 10:00 a.m. – Knot-Nots (Rm 130)
10:00 am: Pioneers (Rm 114)
Experience “Chocolate for Lent” Sermon Series
March 4Giving out - the power of a gift
March 11Getting wise - the possibility of chang
March 18Getting real - the power of acceptanc
March 25Growing up - the process of change
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What an incredible experience it was last
summer, to sit together around tables,
sharing good stories, celebrating our gifts
and dreaming of new beginnings! Those
participating in the conversations focusing
on Open Minds, the pursuit of Intentional
Faith Development, recognized not
only the things done well at FCCE,
but also how critical it is to foster faith
development outside of worship.
From the first generation Christiansto our youngest generation today, as
Disciples, we mature in faith by learning
together in community. By studying
together, sharing our experiences and
opening our minds, we let God’s spirit
work through us.
Through Open Minds, we dreamed of:
• Small Group Studies
• Bible studies for all ages, interests
and faith experiences – Young
Adult, Couples, Singles, Middle-aged
Adults, Senior Adults
• Support and maintenance of existing
Sunday School Classes
• Nurturing and training of new Adult
leaders
• New classes designed for new
members and visitors
• Short term topical studies
• Interfaith Development through
discussion and study
• Adult workshops and seminarsSince reNEW, the conversation
has continued among a group of adult
Sunday school leaders. Our discussion
has included the expansion of our
commitment to faith development for
adults, ways to support our existing
classes and add new ones, best practices
in adult education, teacher support, and
the cultivation of new leaders.
Now, it’s time to broaden the
conversation and include you, as we
commit to building an ever-widening
circle of adult faith development ministr
You are invited to join the
conversation!
Sunday, March 25
6:00 p.m.Dinner and Table Conversations in
the Fellowship Hall
Please RSVP by March 22 [email protected] or call
Iris Muno Jordan at 341-3544
Join us as we find ways to actively
engage in some of the ministry initiative
that originated from our reNEW table
conversations. Come and help build
a common vision for the future of
intentional faith development for adults
at First Christian Church of Edmond.
Together, let’s turn these dreams into
realities as we continue growing in new,
appreciative, and creative ways!
Come reNew!
Open Minds - Dreams for Adult Education
By Don Wiechmann, Moderator of Adult Education
Join the Classics for a trip to
Crystal Bridges:
A Museum of
American Art Join us on Thursday, March 29, for lunch and a
tour of Crystal Bridges, A Museum of American Art, in Bentonville, AR!
The museum was a dream proposed by Alice Walton, and gifted to Northwest
Arkansas by the Walton Family.
We will arrive at the beautiful Crystal Bridges in time to have a wonderful, scenic
lunch in the museum restaurant, Eleven. The restaurant opened 11/11/11 at 11:11
a.m., thus the name. Following lunch, you have a choice of a guided tour or a self-
guided tour of the museum and grounds. The trail and observation deck offer a
great overview of the grounds as well as provide a continuation of the blending of
architecture, art and nature.
We will depart back to Oklahoma City late afternoon on the same day, returning
early evening. The price is $89.00 and includes transportation, lunch and a guided
tour. Reserve your spot now by contacting Winnie Hall at 341-4297.
Save the Date June 11-14, 2012
Vacation Bible School will behere before we know it!This year’s VBS theme:
“Babylon: Daniel’s Couragein Captivity.”
Again this year, VBS will be heldin the evenings Monday through
Thursday. Registration begins in Ma
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Prayers of the PeopleOUR PRAYERS FOR THOSE IN THE HOSPITAL Joan
Grant, Parcway Rehab
THOSE IN NEED OF PRAYER Deneen Gambrell, LindaBurke, Bob Bennett, Cooper Kious, Edna Blunk, Loretta
Parks, Tommy Atchison, Temple Thigpen (Teddi Owen’s daughter), Roy Jackson,Rose Marie McKee, Bart Rodr, Virginia O’Niel, Cynthia David (Winnie Hall’sdaughter), Ed Berry, Bill & Mary Lou Womble, Naomi Bell (Karen Walenciak’s mom)
Happy Birthday!3/4 Christian Hammond, Cynthia
Hendershot, Francis Sneed3/5 Julie Bowers, Debbie Felice,
Thadda Groom, Jan Preslar3/6 Doris Dowell, Davis Ernst,
Jonathan Jones, Loree Rice, James Winn
3/7 Forrest Danley, Beau Schwabe,Warren Shepherd
3/8 Robert Fields, Henry Pearce, Jackie Privette, Jesse Raines
3/9 Teresa Combs, Matt Holliman,Tara Linville, Aubrey McClendo
3/10 Braxton Coil, Alicia Galyon,
Dane Malzahn, Brooke MedleyDene Smith
3/11 Barbara Pope, Rachel VanOsdoPat Wathen
Just for Seniors
Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance A program to improve balance, build strength and prevent falls
Tai Chi classes will begin Monday, March 5, and meet for 10 to 12 weeks
on Mondays and Thursdays from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in Fellowship Hall.Sign up now! Space is limited and filling up fast! Sign up at the
Welcome Center or call instructor Barbara George, RN, at 286-2662.
There is no charge; however, donations are welcomed
to support the reNewing Hands Mission.
Find the Warmth of God This Summer!Summer Church Camp is filled with fun activities, Bible study, and adventure that will build close friendships, create warmmemories that will last a lifetime, and strengthen spirits to withstand life’s storms.
The following camps are available:
Chi Rho 1 (grades 6-8) June 4-9
Junior 1 (grades 4-5) June 4-8
Discovery (grades 1-3) June 22-24
Junior 2 (grades 4-5) June 25-29
CYF (grades 9-12) June 25-30
Chi Rho 2 (grades 6-8) July 9-14
First Christian offers partial scholarships to campers thaare members. Campers register for camps based on GRADCOMPLETED by June 2012. To learn more, including camprices, early bird discounts, registration dates, and for acamper registration form, go to www.fccedmond.org/camp
Come Watch Some
Dodgeball! You are invited to come cheer
on the participants of the
Youth’s Dodgeball Tournament
this Sunday, March 4, at 1 p.m.This event raises funds for the
youth’s World Vision child in Africa
* Please note: registration is
closed for this event.
Can You Stir, Pour and Flip?
Calling All Pancake Chefs...
We Need You! Help us with our annual Easter breakfast by signing up tomake pancakes! Call Amanda Stuke at 285-2937 or [email protected] for more information or to sign up.
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The Chalice CONNECTION
Shelley Regan, [email protected] News Online
@ fccedmond.org/newsSubmit Articles to
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WorshipMarch 4, 20122nd Sunday in LentMessage: Rev. Dr. Jerry Black
Rev. Chris Shorow Theme: Giving Out: The Power
of a GiftScripture: Luke 5:27-32
March 11, 2012 3rd Sunday in LentMessage: Rev. Greg Bunton
Rev. Dr. Jerry BlackTheme: Getting Wise: The Possibility
of ChangeScripture: Matthew 12:1-12
The Children’s and Youth Education Committees arepleased to announce two summer internship programs for
both Children’s Ministries (ages birth-5th grade) and StudentMinistries (grades 6-12). These four internships are open to
college students that grew up at First Christian Church of Edmond and participated in thChildren and Youth programs.
The purpose of the internships is as follows:
1. To provide our college students the opportunity to give back to the church andprogram that nurtured them as children and teenagers2. To provide the opportunity to be a positive role model to our children and youth, ato the life of our Children and Student Ministries.3. To provide the opportunity for our college students to hone their leadership skills asthey help to plan and implement various programs and ministries.
The Children’s Education Committee will be hiring one intern for the summer, andthe Youth Education Committee will be hiring three interns for the summer.
If you are interested in finding out more information about these internships, or if yo would like to apply, go to www.fccedmond.org/internship and complete the onlineprocess. Application deadline is Sunday, March 25. Interns will be selected and notifiedby Sunday, April 15.
Summer Internships Still Available!One for Children’s Education and Three for Student MinistriesBy Greg Bunton & Anna Lisa Stanley