3-1-2012 Chalice

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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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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

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