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The Chalice
A publication of First Christian Church of Edmond, OK
CONNECTION
Give Up NegativityBy Rev. Chris Shorow, Associate Minister
Vol. 4 No. 9 March 8, 2012
This Lent we
have decided
to explore the
gifts of God
and instead
of givingsomething up,
we might take
something on.
Our study of
the movie,
Chocolat, has led many to see that true
preparation for Easter may involve
enjoying the blessings of God and seeing
the beauty that is all around us, maybe
even indulging in a little chocolate.
However, if you have decided to give
something up, that is just fine. There are
many things that we need to give up inour lives and disciplining yourself is not a
bad thing to do. I do have a suggestion.
I just read an article on a minister in
Kansas City, Rev. Will Bowen, who had
an epiphany in the shower. He decided
that too many people in his church
were complaining. He said they were
complaining about trivial things like
what was being served at the coffee bar,
the color of the new pew pads and the
song they sang in service last week.
Hed had enough.
So he ordered some little purplebracelets with No-Complaints written
on it and invited members of his church to
take a pledge: to swear off complaining,
criticizing, gossiping or using sarcasm for
21 straight days. People who signed up
agreed to wear the bracelets as a reminder
and if they catch themselves complaining,
they had to switch the bracelet to the
other wrist and start all over again.Sounds easy, right? Not really.
Rev. Bowen said it took him three and
one-half months to complete his 21 days.
Some have taken over seven months.
It seems that stopping the complaints is
much harder than we thought.
Right away the bracelets became
a hit. They have sold over 126,000 of
them. Rev. Bowen believes that stopping
the complaining is similar to anger
management. You catch yourself not
articulating these negative thoughts that
are in your head and because theres noplace for that flow, they tend to dry up.
An intriguing thought.
I wonder what our lives would look
like if we intentionally gave up all of the
negativity that we generate. I tried for
just a few hours today to see how many
negative thoughts enter my headand
Im not proud of how many there were.
Perhaps we need to fill ourselves with the
joy and love of Christ and crowd out the
negative.
Im not sure Im ready for a 21-day
challenge, but being aware of my darkside is a great reminder to let Gods love
flow through me. A good reminder for this
Lenten season.
This year, we are exploring a Lenten
study, Chocolate for Lent. Comexperience the season of Lent and
see that it is more than just giving up
something.This study uses the film
Chocolat, coupled with scriptures, t
create a space for deeper insights int
self-discipline, self-giving, conversion
and accepting the stranger.
You can still join the ongoing
Chocolate for Lent study with
one of the following classes:
9:30 am: Challengers (Rm 116)
9:30 am: Seekers (Rm 113)
10:00 am: Christian Issues (Rm 125
10:00 am: Compadres (Rm 117)
10:00 am: Cornerstones (Rm 220)
10:00 am: Knot-Nots (Rm 130)
10:00 am: Pioneers (Rm 114)
This Lenten study will run from
February 26 - March 25.
Chocolate for Lent
Sermon Series
March 11Getting wise - the possibility of chang
March 18Getting real - the power of acceptanc
March 25Growing up - the process of change
Daylight Savings Time
begins this weekend!
Be sure to set your clocks an hour ahead
before you go to sleep on Saturday night -
so you make it to church on time this
Sunday, March 11!
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When have you experienced significant
faith formation? What contribution do you
see yourself making to the church as you
grow spiritually? What type of learning
environment best suites your personal
faith development?
These are a few of the questions to
be discussed at the Adult EducationDinner, Sunday, March 25th at
6:00pm in the Fellowship Hall. While
we each have different ideas and waysof learning and growing outside of
worship, like Don mentioned last week,
as Christians, no matter what form it
takes, we grow together in community.
We seek together and through being
intentional, or putting forth a deliberate
effort and purposeful action, we grow in
our knowledge and love of God.
Here are some thoughts on personal
faith development and the direction of
Adult Education:
Through the years, First Christian
Church has sponsored visiting speakers
and experts on comparative religions. I
believe learning about different cultures
and faith traditions is not only interesting,
but can also help us be more effective
Christians. Learning how other people
think helps us understand our own beliefs
better and makes us more accessible to
those who may need our help.
- Scott KinnairdI believe the church can play a vital
role in educating adults in creative and
thought-provoking ways to nurture our
Open Minds. I would love to see guest
speakers followed by round table
discussions as well as retreats and
workshops centered around social and
biblical issues. Phillips Theological
Seminary has a wealth of resources to
facilitate these kinds of events as well as
others in our own church, Edmond, and
Oklahoma City communities.
- Christin Adkins
Teaching can be an art, and every
teacher has their own way of approachin
a subject. How many of you had a teach
that made a difference in your life? We
realize that an effective teacher can mak
learning enjoyable. What can we do to
discover, nurture and support these type
of people in our church?- Kelly VanOsdol Please join us as we seek involveme
direction, intentional faith developmentand growth through Adult Education atFirst Christian Church of Edmond. All awelcome to join the search! Mark yourcalendars and please RSVP by March 2to Don Wiechmann at [email protected] or call Iris Muno Jordan at341-3544.
Seeking Intentional Faith DevelopmentOpening our Minds through Adult Education
By Margaret Hall, Moderator of Education
Join the fun in Fellowship Hall:
March 15, April 19 and May 17
The packing parties begin at 9 am and last until just after lunor when the work is done for the day. Come and go as youneed. Drop in for an hour or a few minutes. Bring your luncdrinks will be provided!
Also, please feel free to bring in small items, empty shoe-boxes, wrapping paper or tape...anything you may have savand thought, I meant to give this to Operation Christmas Clast year.
Because of people like you, OCC sent out over 8 millionboxes last year. FCC of Edmond packed and collected 2,156boxes in 2011! Check out www.samaritanspurse.organd clicon OCC for more info.
Join us for a time of fun and blessings! Questions? Conta
Michelle Schlough at (405) 844-3214.
Bring the beauty of Easter
into our worship spaces
with beautiful white Easter
lilies! These beautiful flowers
symbolize new life and the
resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Honor the memory of a loved one by sharing a lily
with your church family. Each plant is $15 and lilies will be
available for purchase through April 1.
There are three ways you can order an Easter lily:
1) Complete an online form at www.fccedmond.org/lilies
2) Complete an order form found in worship bulletins, or,
3) Contact Iris Muno Jordan at 341-3544, ext. 110.
Sales of Easter Lilies help fund youth summer mission trips
and other youth projects. Thanks for your support!
Celebrate Memoriesof Loved Oneswith an
Easter Lily
Dates Set for
Packing Partiefor OperationChristmas Child
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Prayers of the PeopleOUR PRAYERS FOR THOSE IN THE HOSPITAL Joan Grant,Parcway Rehab
THOSE IN NEED OF PRAYER Charlie Young, VernonConaway, Jim Hays, Deneen Gambrell, Linda Burke, Bob
Bennett, Edna Blunk, Loretta Parks, Tommy Atchison, Temple Thigpen (Teddi Owensdaughter), Roy Jackson, Rose Marie McKee, Bart Rodr, Virginia ONiel, Cynthia David(Winnie Halls daughter), Ed Berry, Bill & Mary Lou Womble, Naomi Bell (Karen Walenciaksmom)
OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS To Sue Archer & Family on the passing of her husband, Bob.Services were held on March 7 at FCC AND to David Hill & Family on the passing of hiswife, Patricia. Services were held on March 7 at FCC AND to Roger & Kathy Stilwell on thepassing of Rogers step-mother, Nadine Stilwell. Services were held on March 3 in OKC.
Happy Birthday!3/11 Barbara Pope, Rachel VanOsdo
Pat Wathen
3/12 Florine Shirley
3/13 Brad Bowers, Bill Parks
3/14 Edna Blunk, Addy Bowers,
Wayne Haigler, Karl Holliman
3/15 Ashley Bernhardt, Becky Hurst
Timi Moffatt, Taylor Mullins,
Tracie Rivera, Sydney Snow
3/16 Kandi Pate, Chris Shorow,
David Watts, Isabelle Young
3/17 Stacy Luton
3/18 Ura Lee Denson, Shirley McCla
Steve Suarez
Save the DateJune 11-14, 2012
Vacation Bible School will behere before we know it!This years VBS theme:
Babylon: Daniels Couragein Captivity.
Again this year, VBS will beheld in the evenings Monday
through Thursday. Registration
begins in May.
Come on a Trip to
Crystal Bridgeswith The Classics!
Thursday, March 29
Take a trip to Bentonville, Arkansas,
with The Classics! We will eat a lunchand take a tour of the Crystal Bridges
Art Museum - a modern art museum
that was gifted to Northwest Arkansas
by the Alice Walton and the Walton Family.
We will arrive in time to have lunch in the museum restaurant, Eleven. Following
lunch, you have a choice of a guided tour or a self-guided tour of the museum and its
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.
We would be pleased if you would join us
for a Wedding Shower honoring:
Ms. Sarah Penlandancee of
Mr. Dane Wilber
Sunday, March 11th, 2012,from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, Fellowship Hall
Hosted by Trish Thomas, Christi Eischeid, Janet Caldwell, Jamie Gable,
Jenny Shipley, Robbi Kinnaird, Tana Stufebean and Charla Allison
Calling All
Pancake Chefs...
We Need You!Help us with our annual Easter
breakfast by signing up to make
pancakes! Contact Amanda Stuke
to sign up at 285-2937 or email
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WorshipMarch 11, 2012
3rdSunday in LentMessage: Rev. Greg Bunton
Rev. Dr. Jerry BlackTheme: Getting Wise: The Possibility
of ChangeScripture: Matthew 12:1-12
March 18, 20124th Sunday in LentMessage: Rev. Chris Shorow
Rev. Dr. Jerry BlackTheme: Getting Real: The Power of
AcceptanceScripture: John 4:4-26
Four internship spots are available to college students tha
grew up at First Christian Church of Edmond and participate
in our Childrens and Student Ministries programs. TheChildrens Education Committee is hiring one intern, and
Student Ministries is hiring three interns for the summer.
Read more and apply online by Sunday, March 25, 2012
www.fccedmond.org/internship. All interns will be selected an
notified by Sunday, April 15. Get your application in now!
Summer Interships AvailableBy Greg Bunton & Anna Lisa Stanley
Summer Church Camp - the Place To Be!Find the warmth of God at Summer Church Camp! Summer Camp is filled with funactivities, Bible study, and adventure that will build close friendships, create warmmemories that will last a lifetime, and strengthen spirits to withstand lifes 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 25-29CYF (grades 9-12) June 25-30 Chi Rho 2 (grades 6-8) July 9-14
First Christian offers partial scholarships to campers that are members. Campersregister for camps based on GRADE COMPLETED by June 2012. To learn more,including camp prices, early bird discounts, registration dates, and for a camper registratform, go towww.fccedmond.org/camp
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