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Church Staff:
Rev. Heather McColl
Minister
Joni Burchett
Secretary
Teena Chinn
Music Director
Peter Bostrom
Accompanist
Jestine Johnson
Custodian
Sunday Worship
9:30 AM: Sunday School
10:55 AM: Worship
123 East Bruen Street
PO Box 4548
Midway, KY 40347
859-846-4102
Fax: 859-846-9542
E-mail:
office@midwaychris+an.org
Office Hours: Mon-Thurs
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Visit us on the web:
www.midwaychris+an.org
Midway Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) November 2017
Budget Update
Budgeted to date: $45,000.00
Received to date: $46,290.51
The office will be CLOSED on
November 23 & 24 for Thanksgiving.
“Give thanks with a grateful heart!”
MCC Thanksgiving Dinner
Thursday, November 16th, 6:30 p.m. MCC Fellowship Hall
We will have our annual Thanksgiving
Dinner on Thursday, November 16th at 6:30 p.m.
This is an opportunity for our church to give back by inviting our Midway friends to come and join us for a meal and entertainment. We are asking
everyone to help out by bringing a dish to share that would serve your family plus 4 others.
MCC members: please bring a dish according to your last name:
A—G: Desserts H—P: Salads R—Z: Sides
Community Thanksgiving Service
Monday, November 20th, 7:00 p.m., Midway Presbyterian Church 103 N Turner Street
Everyone is invited to the Community Thanksgiving
Service on Monday, November 20th at 7:00 pm at Midway Presbyterian Church. Reverend Sam Penwell of Midway United
Methodist Church will deliver the message, and the Midway University Chorale will sing. A special offering will be collected to benefit the Midway
Ministerial Association, to help people in need in our community. Come
and join us as we say “Thanks be to God for all of our blessings” as the community of Midway.
Daylight Savings Time Ends
On Saturday, November 4th, before you go to bed, SET YOUR CLOCKS BACK ONE HOUR!
Cub Scout Popcorn Fundraiser
To help support Cub Scout Pack 41 and enjoy some delicious popcorn, see Mary
Sayre or stop by Rail-road Drugs on Main
Street in Midway.
Worship News and Notes
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Serving This Month
Elders: Shirley Eckels & Karen Murphy
Deacons: Jeanne Clark, Ray Clark, Carole Munson, Dottie Pollard, Melody Small-Spotts, Tracy Small-Spotts, Willa Michel
November 5 Sandy Gruzesky
November 12 Carole Munson
November 19 TBA
November 26 Jeanne Clark
Worship Themes
You are encouraged
to read and contemplate
the text for the day in advance
November 5
Twenty-second Sunday After Pentecost
All Saints Sunday
Scripture: Revelation 7: 9-17
Title: “Wipe Away Every Tear”
November 12
Twenty-third Sunday After Pentecost
Guest Preacher: Rev. Bill McDonald
Scripture: TBA
Title: TBA
November 19
Twenty-fourth Sunday After Pentecost
Thanksgiving Sunday
Scripture: Deuteronomy 8: 1-20
Title: “Make Sure You Don’t
Become So Full of Yourself and
Your Things that You Forget GOD”
November 26
Twenty-fifth Sunday After Pentecost
Christ the King Sunday
Scripture: Matthew 25: 31-46
Title: “When the Son of Man Comes
in All His Glory”
Acolytes
Willa Michel, Alex Woodruff,
Hannah McColl, Jonathan McColl
ALL ARE WELCOME!
John Batts will continue with the history of the Church:
• Nov. 5 The Disciples Fab Four (Barton, Alexander, etc.)
• Nov. 12 The Life & Times of L.L. Pinkerton
• Nov. 19 What Disciples Believe Today
• Nov. 26 No Sunday School - Thanksgiving Weekend
***Please let Cindy Batts know if you can help with
bringing breakfast foods or with leading a future class.***
Sunday School begins at 9:30 a.m.
with Joys & Concerns, and light refreshments
(or breakfast).
Board: Sunday, Nov. 5th
Noon
Care Team: Monday, Nov. 6th
6:30 p.m.
Admin Team: TBA
Worship Team: Monday, Nov. 13th
6:30 p.m.
Elders: Monday, Nov. 20th
6:30 p.m. (going to
Thanksgiving Service)
Cabinet: Weds., Nov. 15th
6:00 p.m.
Leadership Meetings
Worship at the Homeplace
Sunday, November 26th, 12:45 p.m.
On the fourth Sunday of odd-numbered months, we take worship to the residents of the Homeplace. Volunteers are needed!
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More Worship News
Food for the Soul is a light dinner, open discussion, and a simple communion
service, normally at 6:30 on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month,
in MCC’s Fellowship Hall.
All are welcome!
MCC Choir Retreat
Saturday, November 18th, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. MCC Sanctuary
Current and prospective choir members are asked to attend the annual Choir Retreat on Saturday, November 18th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the sanctuary.
If you’ve thought about joining the choir (even if it’s just for the holidays), this would be the time to check it out!
Food for the Soul
The next three Food for the Soul events will continue the conversations that began with Midway Mayor Grayson Vandegrift’s “Peace in the Park” in August, which was a response to the violent white supremacist rally at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville.
• Sunday, November 5th, 6:30 p.m. - Continuing the Conversation: What is White Privilege?
• Sunday, November 19th, 6:30 p.m. - Continuing the Conversation: What Are the 5 Things We Need to Know about Racism?
• Sunday, December 3rd, 6:30 p.m. - Continuing the Conversation: Why Does Privilege Make People So Angry?
Please Help Heather with her DMIN Project:
Heather’s research for her DMIN project continues. She is asking for everyone’s help by participating in the two surveys offered. The links for the two surveys are:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BRR2ZJS and https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/R938XYD
There are also hard copies available. Please fill these out as soon as possible.
Thank you to those who have already completed these surveys. Your help is greatly appreciated! If you have any questions or would like more information about Heather’s project, please feel free to ask her questions.
All Saints Sunday - November 5th
On this day, we lift up those in our church and in our families who have passed away since
this time last year. If you have not already done so, please send the church office the
names of your loved ones who have passed since November 6, 2016 (please include the
date they passed). The firm deadline for publication will be November 1st.
Rev. Bill McDonald to
be Guest Preacher on
November 12th
Former MCC minister Bill
McDonald has agreed to preach on November 12th while Heather is away at
a family celebration.
Please come and make him feel welcome!
August, 2017
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Green Chalice News
Community Dinner
Monday, November 27th, 6:30 p.m. MCC Fellowship Hall
Our monthly dinner, held on the last Monday of each
month, is free and open to the public!
November’s dinner will include Rick Caudle’s burgoo,
and Ouita’s sweet potato casserole, cole slaw,
corn bread, and apple crisp for dessert.
Community News & Notes
Midway Green Chalice
November Meeting: To Be Announced MCC Fellowship Hall
Anyone who cares for God’s creation is
welcome to attend.
To sign up for the Green Chalice News monthly email, contact Carol Devine at: [email protected]
See Adele Dickerson for information on Midway Green Chalice.
Veteran’s Day Service at Midway University
Friday, November 10th, 11 a.m. McManis Student Center
All are invited to come and honor our veterans. The service will begin outside the Student Center and move inside for a cake ceremony.
Unity Outreach: Homeless
Shelter Project of Versailles
Unity Outreach is in need of your tax-deductible donations to start a home-less shelter in Versailles. Homeless people in Ver-sailles are living in their cars, in parks, and “couch-surfing” from house to house. Donations may be sent to: Unity Outreach, c/o Citizens Commerce National Bank, PO Box 1028, Versailles, KY 40383.
Email [email protected] for more info.
Gleaners on October 6th - MCC and some
Daisy Scouts at Reed Valley Orchard.
Epiphany Dinner Tickets
Epiphany Dinner is to be held on Saturday, January 6th, 2018
Tickets for the 2018 Epiphany Dinner will go on sale at the end of this month. Don’t wait too long to get yours - this event tends to sell out!
The Epiphany Dinner is an annual tradition, held at the dining hall at Midway University, and fea-tures a medieval menu by Chef Ouita Michel, as well as live music and a festive atmosphere!
Downtown Midway’s Old Fashioned Christmas and Chili Cook-Off
Saturday, November 4th, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Beautiful historic downtown Midway will kick off the holiday shopping season with special sales, carolers, street craft vendors, and a chili cook-off! Contact [email protected] for more information.
Will be collected
Comment from an Iron Horse Half Marathon Participant: “Fantastic race! Great organization and support without overdoing it. Midway is a wonderful community. Midway Christian Church was so welcoming. I was in Lexington visiting my daughter for the weekend and the race opportunity was a wonderful last minute surprise. I was lucky enough to place in my age group.”
Members of Flock #2 are asked to help set-up and clean-up for
this dinner!
RAILROAD DRUG FLU-SHOT CLINIC
If you still need your flu shot, Railroad Drug of Midway will be set up to take care of you at the Community Dinner. Please bring your insurance or Medicare card.
Fellowship News
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*SUNDAYS AT 5:00 P.M. IN UPSTAIRS YOUTH ROOM:
November 5 Cycle of Life (with snacks)
November 12 Outdoor “Weaving” Activity
November 19 Writing Group or Charades
November 26 Movie (probably at church)
Keenagers Luncheon
Thursday, November 9th, 11:30 a.m. The Brown Barrel, Midway
The Keenagers (retirees and friends) will have lunch
at the Brown Barrel in Midway (behind the bank) on
November 9th (the date is moved up due to Thanks-
giving activities). Please RSVP to church by Monday,
November 6th if you wish to join them.
Youth News
Locally Grown (Midway Community Youth Group) is a series of weekly gatherings for
Midway youth, grades 6 through 12, focused on faith development. Locally Grown meets
on Wednesdays at 7 p.m., usually starting at Midway Presbyterian Church and walking
to other places in the community. Visit www.lgmidway.com for more info.
Disciples Women Annual
Christmas Luncheon
Saturday, December 2nd,
11:00 a.m.
at HOLLY HILL INN
Please RSVP to Bobbie Dare by
Monday, November 27th:
859-846-5568 or 859-693-9671
ALL women of MCC are welcome!
(Cost is usually around $25
each)
Festive attire welcome!
Helen Rentch to be Honored
Helen has won the award for Service to the Community from her alma mater, Agnes Scott
College. Be sure to read the article on the back of your November Calendar!
Disciples Women to Tour Lexington Rescue Mission
Saturday, Nov 11th at 10:30 a.m.
Anyone wanting to go can meet up at church between 9:30 and 9:45 to carpool to the Mission.
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Retreats, Seminars, Workshops...
Christmount retreats
generally offer time for worship,
study, fellowship, music, rest and reflection,
as well as opportunities for hiking, shopping, and sight-seeing in the North
Carolina mountains.
Christmount Programs
An Appalachian Advent: The Coming of God Nov. 28 - Dec. 1, 2017
Imagine if things could be different… Imagine something growing where nothing should… Imagine the kingdom of God where ALL are welcome… Imagine engaging in Advent with CHILD LIKE WONDER…
Winter Solstice Yoga Retreat December 1-3, 2017
Beth Morris will guide you through a weekend preparing for the contraction and expansion of Winter Solstice and the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, rich with yoga, meditation, breath work, and inquiry. Winter Solstice on December 21st is the darkest part of the year, the shortest day and longest night. The weekend will be supported play and rest, time to connect with others, and full of internal reflection and outer movement such as yin yoga, restorative yoga, slow flow vinyasa, and meditation.
For more information or to register, call 828-669-8977 or visit www.christmount.org
Disciples Women Fall Retreats #1 Barren River Lake State Resort November 4-5 Registration of $30 due by October 20 Lodging reservations due by October 3 Registration forms, with additional information, are on the Fellowship Hall bulletin board.
#2 Knobs Haven Retreat House, Loretto, KY November 10-12 Registration of $95 is due October 27 (includes lodging and meals)
Lexington Theological Seminary Series
November 14th, 1:30-3:30 - Online or at LTS Fee: $10 per log-in (unlimited participants) Topic: “Preaching Controversial Issues” by Rev. Dr. Leah D. Schade, Assistant Professor of Preaching and Worship at LTS
To register, go to https://www.lextheo.edu/webinar-series/
or contact Deena Ainslie at 859-280-1212 or [email protected]
Celebrate Disciples African-American History in Washington, DC
Saturday-Sunday, November 4-5,
National City Christian Church
5 Thomas Circle, Washington, DC
• Saturday, 7 p.m. - Rev. Dr. Delores Carpenter, Reception following
• Sunday, 10 a.m. - Rev. Teresa Hord Owens, preaching All Saints Worship
• Sunday, 11:30 a.m. - Dedication of Oscar Haynes Exhibit, Brunch following
You are cordially invited...
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Mission News and Notes
Heifer International Ark Project
Giving to Heifer in a
loved-one’s name is a
great alternative gift idea.
To give to the Heifer Ark Project,
make the check out to MCC with
“Heifer Ark” in the memo line.
Gift acknowledgment cards are available
in the office.
November Mission Payments Daisy Scout Troop #2261
The Girl Scout Mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who
make the world a better place. In Girl Scouts, girls discover the fun, friendship, and
power of girls together. (from girlscouts.org website) Daisy Scout Troop #2261, for
girls in kindergarten and first grade, was formed in 2016 and meets at Midway
Christian Church, normally on the first three Mondays of each month during the
school year (with some adjustments for holidays).
Christian Church in Kentucky
The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) In Kentucky (CCK) is one of 33 geographic
regions of the Christian Church in the United States and Canada. CCK is nearly 420
ministers, and 30,000 men, women and youth in 224 congregations throughout the
Commonwealth of Kentucky. It is leadership and faith development ministries for women, men, and
youth through camps, retreats and conferences. It is Kentucky Appalachian Ministries and the CCK
West Area. It is our Kentucky partner ministries Cane Ridge Meeting House, Christian Care Communi-
ties, the Kentucky Council of Churches, Lexington Theological Seminary, Midway College and Transyl-
vania University. It is all Kentucky Disciples and their ministries. (from the CCinKY website)
Box Tops for Northside
Please save your box tops and turn them in to the church, or directly to Northside Elementary.
Blessing Box at MCC
“Take What You Need, Give What You Can…”
Thank you for keeping the Blessing Box on the Midway Christian porch stocked with non-perishable food and toiletry items for our neighbors in need.
PLEASE BE SURE TO REMOVE OR BLACK OUT THE BAR CODE OF YOUR DONATED ITEMS, TO PRE-VENT ABUSE OF THIS SYSTEM.
Thanksgiving Offering (for Education)
We will be collecting a special Thanksgiving offering
on November 19th for the Disciples Mission Fund,
to benefit colleges, universities, seminaries, and divinity houses
affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Your
support of this offering will help raise up “servant leaders.”
Kroger Rewards
Thank you to every- one who shops with a Kroger Plus card that designates MCC as it’s charity! Our third-quarter check was $193.93.
In Christian Sympathy…
Oscar Drury (9/20/17) - Teresa Hoppins’ Father
Frances Dickerson (9/24/17) - Adele Dickerson’s Aunt
Doris Neace Brewer (10/16/17) - Postmaster of Midway
Daniel May (10/19/17) - Mary Sayre’s Brother
Elsie Settlemire (10/22/17) - Bob Settlemire’s Mother
Midway Christian Church 123 East Bruen Street PO Box 4548 Midway, KY 40347
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