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FCC STAFF Ministers……………………..The Congregation Interim Sr. Minister.. Rev. Molly Smothers Associate Minister……..Rev. Cheryl Russell Financial Manager….…..….……Kristin Callis Secretary……………….…...…..…Anne Carlisle Organist…………………….…..Phyllis Newman Choir Director………………..…Mike Tichenor Nursery Attendants…….…….Cynthia Smith Chandler Fleischmann Hser Wah Church Office 270-‐684-‐8879 Church Email: [email protected] Web Address: www.fccowb.org Church Office Hours Mon–Thurs 8 am–noon & 1 – 5 pm
You may listen to our worship service by dialing 1-‐214-‐699-‐5100 using a speakerphone. The access code is 6939237# FCC App for iPhone & Android Stay connected with the church, download today from the App Store and Google Play -‐ First Christian Church—Owensboro
First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Owensboro, Kentucky Mission Statement
“Our mission is to manifest Christ’s love by empowering all to compassionate service.”
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Mission Statement
“We are Disciples of Christ, a movement for wholeness in a fragmented world. As part of the one body of Christ we welcome all
to the Lord’s Table as God has welcomed us.”
Book Study Class re being ready for a funeral
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH, OWENSBORO (Disciples of Christ) THE
CALLER No. 16 Vol. 12 ~ August 23, 2016
Greetings from the Pastor, We are lied to every day. Oh, I don't mean just the obvious folks -‐ the ones who tell you that true love comes when you use a certain razor blade, or that 98% of all doctors recommend Prescription X. I mean much more insidious sorts of lies.... Television shows that convince us that Real Housewives routinely throw tables and wear hair extensions. Radio shows that convince us that "THEY" are out to get "US" (your mileage may vary on exactly who THEY and US are) Newspaper ads that convince us that the best way to honour veterans (fathers, mothers, America, Scouts) is by buying a new mattress. BUT............then it goes a tad deeper still. Each day we are surrounded by folks who are tense enough to hum like a telephone wire. And we breathe that tension. Each day we are surrounded by folks who are sure that their lives are being ruined by a group of people. Nameless people. People who don't think as they do. And we breathe that paranoia. Each day we are surrounded by noise, advertising, and claims that encourage us to engage our paranoia, our tension, our fears -‐ because otherwise... And that's where it falls apart. Otherwise, what? I am not suggesting we go through life in a state of ignorance. But we are what we listen to. We are what we eat. We are what we breathe. So we have choices. To surround ourselves with others who speak hope. To surround ourselves with noise that fosters peace. To surround ourselves with silence that fosters wisdom. We see what we look for. Scripture says perfect love casts out fear. And every day we see that the opposite holds true as well -‐ perfect fear casts out love. Evidently they cannot coexist. I choose love. I choose truth. And every day I will have to intentionally not buy into other lies. It's hard. But it's the only way.
Pastor Molly will be in town from August 27 -‐ August 31 and September 3 -‐ 6.
See you Sunday,
Pastor Molly
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING We will hold a brief congregational meeting on September 4 between our worship service and Sunday school. The purpose of this meeting is to explain our financials on the new building and answer any questions that might arise. The sympathy of the congregation is extended to… Betty Troutman, Pam Lockhart, and extended family in the death of Carol Ray ‘Bob’ Troutman who passed away August 10. Jessie & Lisa Kirby Holmes, Brian & Jennifer Kirby Grzegorek, Kristi Kirby Warren, and extended family in the death of John Kirby who passed away August 16. Eugene Evans, Jr., Bill & Debbie Evans, George & Judy Evans, Susan & Mike Edmondson and extended family in the death of Ora Eudell Evans who passed away August 20. Thank You Thanks to our wonderful church for all the special thoughts and prayers. Love, The Gaddis Family
News and Notes
Backpack Ministry – 31 of 65 Bags Funded School has started, and it’s time to think about supporting our Backpack Ministry, which provides food for Cravens Elementary school children who might otherwise go hungry during the weekends. It costs $150 to support one child’s weekend meals for one school year. If you are able to support one child that would be wonderful; however, all donations are appreciated. Please make checks payable to FCC, write Backpack Ministry in the memo section, and either drop the check in the offering plate or mail to the church at P.O. Box 966, 42302. All Church Picnic All are invited to the Legion Park West shelter on September 18 for our annual picnic. The fun begins at 4 pm with the meal starting at 5 pm. Please bring a dish to feed 10 and a serving utensil. The church will provide meat, bread, and drinks. Please remember to bring lawn chairs. Margaret Craig turns 100 on September 2! Let’s help her celebrate by sending her birthday cards. On Sunday, August 28, a basket will be placed on the reception desk in the atrium to place birthday cards, or if you would rather mail a card to Mrs. Craig, her address is: Heritage Place
3362 Buckland Square Room 157 Owensboro KY 42301 Disciples Women’s Meetings DWM monthly Meetings resume on September 6 with the Daytime Group meeting at 1:00 pm at the home of Patty Wahl, 2217 Turnbury Cove and the night group meeting at 6:00 pm at the home of Janet Luckett, 7050 US Highway 231, Utica. All women of the church are invited to join either of these groups.
Primetimers’ Plus Events Join the Primetimers’ Plus for lunch at Olive Garden on September 12 at 11:30 am. All are invited. Primetimers’ Plus Mystery Trip -‐ All are invited to join the Primetimers' on September 20 leaving from the church at 1:00 pm for a trip to an unknown destination! They will return to the church between 7:30 -‐8:00 pm. Please contact Ron Waite at 270-‐683-‐8510 or 812-‐454-‐8555 to reserve your seat on the bus.
Dedication of Child Welcome New Member
On August 21, Roselie Marie McKinley was dedicated during our worship service. Roselie is pictured above with her parents, Joseph & Meghan McKinley. Meghan joined our congregation on Sunday and we are happy to welcome her into our church family. Meghan, Joseph, and Roselie reside at 1200 Cary Court. We are glad you are here!
Calendar of Events
July 24, 2016 ~ Ordinary 12 ~ 9:15 a.m. Liturgist: Pam Woodward Serving Elders: Carroll Hayden and Alpha Jo Luallen Acolyte: Daniel Lott Elders of the Month: Jon & Jo Anne Skillman Deacons: Janey & John Burns, Aloma Dew, Steve Divine, Chris Gaddis, Blake & Missie Hayden, Michelle Long, Abbe Quisenberry, Mitch Stapleton, Marilee & Wendell Thompson No Worship & Wonder Message in Music: VBS Singers
Hymns: I Love You, Lord; This Is My Father’s World; Be Still and Know That I Am God; We Call Ourselves Disciples; Morning Has Broken; Shalom to Your Name
Flowers have been placed in the chancel by Tom & Jackie Maddox to the glory of God and
in honor of our parents.
THURSDAY, September 8 2:30 pm Food Pantry SUNDAY, September 11 9:00 am Light Breakfast 9:15 am Worship Service 10:30 am Sunday school 12:00 pm Pitino Shelter MONDAY, September 12 11:30 am Primetimers’ Plus Meal at Olive Garden TUESDAY, September 13 5:15 pm Ministry Table Mtg WEDNESDAY, September 14 6:30 am MBS Panera 9:00 am Faithful Knitters 6:00 pm Choir Rehearsal SUNDAY, September 18 9:00 am Light Breakfast 9:15 am Worship Service 10:30 am Sunday School 4:00 pm All Church Picnic TUESDAY, September 20 1:00 pm Primetimers’ Plus Mystery Trip WEDNESDAY, September 21 6:30 am MBS Panera 9:00 am Faithful Knitters 6:00 pm Choir Rehearsal THURSDAY, September 22 KY Regional Assembly 2:30 pm Food Pantry
September 4, 2016 ~ Ordinary 18 ~ 9:15 a.m. Liturgist: Forrest Roberts Serving Elders: Mike & Angela Bruce Acolyte: Jackson Kyle Elder of the Month: Bonnie Brown Deacons: Kyle & Sara Aud, Lenee Bowen, Norris Cotton, Libby & Andy Johnson, Andy Luckett, Leslie Mobley, John Roberts, Patty Wahl, Brad Webb Scriptures: Acts 8:35-‐38; Luke 3:21,22 Message in Music: Come Be Baptized Mike Tichenor, solo Hymns: Jesus, Stand Among Us; Holy Spirit, Truth Divine; Day by Day; Lord, We Need Bread; Come, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Dove; O Christ, the Way, the Truth, the Life
Serving Schedules
August 28, 2016 ~ Ordinary 17 ~ 9:15 a.m. Liturgist: Nelda Barnett Serving Elders: Mark & Janet Luckett Acolyte: Miles Baur Elders of the Month: Wayne & Gloria Goodaker Deacons: Janey & John Burns, Aloma Dew, Steve Divine, Chris Gaddis, Blake & Missie Hayden, Michelle Long, Abbe Quisenberry, Mitch Stapleton, Marilee & Wendell Thompson Worship & Wonder: Storyteller – Brian Belcher Circle Shepherd– Emily Baur Feast/Wondering – Libby Johnson Scriptures: Proverbs 25:6-‐7 Luke 14:1, 7-‐14 Choir Message: By Our Love Hymns: I Worship You, Almighty God; Lord, Whose Love Through Humble Service; Spirit of God Descend upon My Heart; The Gift of Love; Spirit of the Living God; O Christ, the Way, the Truth, the Life
SUNDAY, August 28 9:00 am Light Breakfast 9:15 am Worship Service 10:30 am CYF Mission Trip Presentation 10:30 am Sunday School 1:00 pm Chi Rho & CYF Kick-‐off TUESDAY, August 30 6:00 pm Worship Team Mtg WEDNESDAY, August 31 6:30 am MBS Panera 6:00 pm Choir Rehearsal SUNDAY, September 4 9:00 am Light Breakfast 9:15 am Worship Service 10:30 am Congregational Mtg. 10:30 am Sunday School MONDAY, September 5 Office Closed TUESDAY, September 6 1:00 pm DWM Day Group Mtg at Wahl’s, 2217 Turnbury Cove 6:00 pm DWM Night Group at Lucketts’, 7050 US Hwy. 231 Utica WEDNESDAY, September 7 6:30 am MBS Panera 9:00 am Faithful Knitters 11:30 am ADC Meeting 6:00 pm Choir Rehearsal
August 7, 2016 ~ Ordinary 14 ~ 9:15 a.m. Liturgist: Eric Farmer Serving Elders: Tab & Vicki Quisenberry Acolyte: Clayton Roberts Elder of the Month: Wayne & Gloria Goodaker Deacons: Kyle & Sara Aud, Lenee Bowen, Norris Cotton, Libby & Andy Johnson, Andy Luckett, Leslie Mobley, John Roberts, Patty Wahl, Brad Webb Worship & Wonder: Storyteller – Gloria Goodaker Circle Shepherd– Laura Farmer Feast/Wondering Scriptures: Ephesians 4:4-‐6; 1 Corinthians 11:23-‐26 Prelude: Give Me that Old Time Religion Message in Music: Church in the Wildwood Wendell Thompson, voice, guitar; Jim Stuart, guitar; Ted Lolley, bass Offertory: He is Lord Communion: Near to the Heart of God
Hymns: This Is the Day; I Come with Joy; Hear Our Prayer; Here Is Bread; Sister, Let Me Be Your Servant; I Come with Joy
Flowers have been placed in the chancel to the glory of God and in memory of Clay Burns by his loving family.
July 17, 2016 ~ Ordinary 11 ~ 9:15 a.m. Liturgist: Brian Belcher Serving Elders: Tom Maddox and Carolyn Williams Acolyte: Annalee Yager Elders of the Month: Jon & Jo Anne Skillman Deacons: Barbara Bennett, Shannon Divine, Andy Goodaker, Sale Gordon, Sally Ham, Teresa McKinley, Cathy Midkiff, Forrest Roberts, Sandra Roberts, Janet Tichenor Worship & Wonder Storyteller – Rev. Cheryl Russell Circle Shepherd – Alpha Jo Luallen Feast/Wondering – Mitch Stapleton Scriptures: Deuteronomy 6:4-‐9; Luke 10:38-‐42 Prelude: Jesus Loves Me Message in Music: Steal Away Brian Utley, Saxophone; 1st/3rd Quartet; Shirley Overfield Offertory: The Lord’s My Shepherd
Hymns: I Love You, Lord; God of Grace and God of Glory; Show Me Your Ways; This Is a Day of New Beginnings; Breathe on Me, Breath of God; Shalom to Your Name Flowers have been placed in the chancel to the glory of God
and in honor of Alpha Jo Luallen.
August 28, 2016 ~ Ordinary 17 ~ 9:15 a.m. Liturgist: Nelda Barnett Serving Elders: Mark & Janet Luckett Acolyte: Miles Baur Elder of the Month: Wayne & Gloria Goodaker Deacons: Nancy Barnard, Emily Baur, Brian Belcher, Leslie Carlisle, Joy Emerson, Becky Gordon, Larkin Hayden, Carroll Laswell, Brende Lott, Sue Ann Morris Worship & Wonder: Storyteller – Mallory Roberts Circle Shepherd– Jo Anne Skillman Feast/Wondering –Russ Wilkey Scriptures: Exodus 13:21-‐22 Luke 12:49-‐56 Prelude: Praise the Lord Who Reigns Above Message in Music: How Can I Keep From Singing Emily Malone, solo Offertory: I’ll Go Where You Want Me to Go Communion: Communion
Hymns: This Is the Day; O Worship the King; We Fall Down; All Who Hunger; It Is Well With my Soul; I Come with Joy
Flowers have been placed in the chancel by Robert & Yvonne Julius to the glory of God and in loving memory of his daughter, Rebecca Julius.
September 11, 2016 ~ Ordinary 19 ~ 9:15 a.m. Liturgist: Flem Gordon Serving Elders: Ginger Norris and Amy Fredrickson-‐Wilkey Acolyte: Emme Roberts Elder of the Month: Bonnie Brown Deacons: Nancy Barnard, Emily Baur, Brian Belcher, Leslie Carlisle, Joy Emerson, Becky Gordon, Larkin Hayden, Carroll Laswell, Brende Lott, Sue Ann Morris Scriptures: 1 Timothy 1:12-‐17; Luke 15:1-‐10 Message in Music: Order My Steps 1st/3rd Quartet
Hymns: I Sing Praises; In Christ There Is No East or West; Breathe On Me, Breath of God; O God of Vision; Savior Like a Shepherd Lead Us; O Christ, the Way, the Truth, the Life Flowers have been placed in the chancel by Nancy & Henry
Connor to the glory of God and in loving memory of Robert & Dolly Connor and Gorton & Meridith Wood.
There are 4 pews in storage, which will not be used in the new building. If anyone is interested in these picking these pews up for their own use, please contact John Roberts before the end of August.
Pitino Shelter Volunteers for September 11 Chi Rho & CYF Youth Forrest Roberts
Ministry Table Meeting -‐ September 13 at 5:15 pm in room 120. All are invited to attend.
Memorial Flowers There are openings for memorial flowers in the chancel on August 28, September 4, October 2, 16, 23, and 30. If you are interested in providing flowers on any of these dates, please contact the church (270-‐684-‐8879).
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First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Owensboro, KY 42302
FCC yard sale??
List of items at other people’s homes.
August 28
10:30-‐11:45 am
Fireside Room Come listen to the youth and chaperones share
stories and pictures about their Guatemala trip while
enjoying a delicious breakfast.
Call/email the church office if you plan to attend.
