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The Chalice

A publication of First Christian Church of Edmond, OK Vol. 3 No. 17 May 12, 2011

CONNECTIONGod Walks With Us Into the FutureRev. Chris Shorow, Senior Minister

Sunday, May 15Service of Blessing

Rev. Chris Shorows last Sundaywith us before Sabbatical Join us as we commission both his Sa

batical and our Renew process duringall 3 services.

And Experience ALittle Taste of Italy

from our coffee bar from 8:30 to 11and to help send off the

Shorow family in style between10 and 11 in Fellowship Hall.

This week has beena stressful time formy family and me.Trying to get all of the details arrangedfor a sabbatical

journey is noteasy. Dont get me

wrong, I dont mindall of the workit will be worth it. I simplysay that there is much to be done.

Meanwhile, I am wondering if I shouldpack at all. I just read a news article onthe end of the world. Apparently it willhappen on May 21, 2011. According toebiblefellowship.com, Creation took placeon 11,013 BC. With some careful figuring

of some biblical numbers, the flood was in4990 BC, and 1988 ended the church ageand the great tribulation period of 23 yearsstarted. Anyway, the bottom line is that May21st is Judgment Day and on October 21st,the world will be destroyed by fire.

I wonder if those who believe in suchpredictions have stopped making futureplans. Are they selling their houses and cars?How will that affect the rest of their lives? Formy part, Im going to assume that Im gettingon a plane on the 22nd. Well see whathappens.

Many times we as Christians try tohave all things figured out. We want tomake sure that God knows our plans andfollows through with them. The truth is,

A Time to Share, A Time to Talk, A Time to Celebrate All That Is GoBy Larry Ball, for the Renewal Task ForceBy now, youve probably heard, read andseen video about the Renew project takingplace in June here at FCCE. By now youknow that in June, we will be meeting at 9:15for Table Conversations and at 10:45 forunified worship. By now you know that thistime is being funded by the grant from theLily Endowment, that is also paying for Chrissabbatical.

Since you already know all that, I wantto take just a moment of your time to tell youabout what the experience will be like. Inearly April, a group of us met with a leaderfrom Phillips Theological Seminary and wereled through this process that he called ap-preciative inquiry. We sat at tables in smallgroups and were encouraged to share stories our stories. Stories about why we came toFirst Christian. Stories about where we hadseen God at work in the hearts and hands of the congregation.Stories about times whenwe had been especially touched by Godspresence at FCCE. We were entirely focusedon what we do best and how we can do itbetter. There was laughter, love and even

some tears of joy and thanksgiving. It wasa beautiful, positive and holy conversation.Everyone I talked to left that day excited,uplifted and renewed.

Now its the entire congregations turnto experience the joy we felt the excitementof renewal. FCCE is not a just a church itsa wonderful, caring, and imaginative groupof committed Christians that are doing the

work of God in our community. This time of renewal is about discerning what we do bestand finding ways to do those things evenbetter. As Robbi pointed out last week, its allabout accentuating the positive.

So, for the four Sundays in June, I urgeyou to come and experience renewal. Resistthe temptation to stay away from somethinga little different in your Sunday morningexperience. Come, and enjoy sharing andhearing the wonderful stories of FCCE. Weguarantee it will be stress-free and filled with

joy and celebration. Everyone has stories toshare and something to add.

Come in June and be renewed.

that in our faith, there are many questionsand mysteries out there. We cant knowthe future, and we certainly cant controlit. Thats what faith is abouttrusting ina loving God who walks with us on our

journeys in good times and bad. So evenif we dont know the future, we know who

walks with us in the futureand that makesall of the difference.

Im excited for the future of our church. As you enter into the Renewal Processduring my absence, we will be envisioning a

wonderful future for our church family. Wedont really know where that will take us,and that makes it a little scary. But the visionGod will provide will be wonderful. I lookforward to sharing with you upon my return,and hearing from you what has taken place.

Now, Im off to pack up some morestuffjust in case I get to go!


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Passionate about sharing Gods love,ready for some summer fun, and have

a few weeks to spare?

Our kids need you!We are in need of Sunday schoolteachers that would be able to teachon a rotation type schedule during

the summer months. We currently need teachers for age groups Kindergarten 4thgrade. Give our current leaders a well-deserved break and consider teaching! ContactAnna Lisa Stanley at [email protected] or 341-3544, ext. 14

PANDAMANIA:Where God Is Wild About You!

Join the adventure! Monday, June 13 - Thursday, June 16

Dinner is from 6:00 to 6:30pm and VBS lasts until 8:45 PMChildren ages Preschool (must be diaper independent!) through 5th Grade

This years theme is all about Gods Wild Love for You! Travel through a lushforest with your Bamboo Crew, singing catchy songs, playing wildly fun games

and experiencing wild Bible adventures with your friends!

You dont want to miss out on the fun!

Supplies Needed!If you would like to donate or loan

supplies for this years VBS, please stopby the registration table in the rotunda

and Pick A Pandafrom our supply board.

Please Pray for VBSLeaders, Volunteers and

that a childs life might betouched by our efforts!

Registration is $10 and includes a CD and t-shirt

(while supplies last) at fccedmond.org/vbs through May 31.

After June 1, the fee increases to $15

Questions?Contact Courtney Moeller

[email protected] or Shannon Medley

[email protected]

Our ThanksBy Rev. Dr. Jerry Black, Associate Minister

Once again, thanks go to all the wonderful volunteers who made

Lent and Easter 2011so meaningful, worshipful, and enjoyable.You gave selflessly to teach, mentor, re-enact the Lords Supper,et the Table, and encourage our Pastors Class in their prepara-ions for baptism, the Palm processional, their first communion,

and their Easter Dawn worship. It was all so very special. Oth-rs cooked and provided the Class with a wonderful celebratory

breakfast. To each of you, our heartfelt thanks!We are also thankful for those of you who worked with our Membership Team

o greet, cook, and/or serve the most wonderful Easter Brunchcolored pancakes,omelets, and muffins galore. The musical presentations supported by the Praise Band,Marilynn, Garry, Chris, and the choir were nothing short of exceptional. This too wasery special!

So, thank you to all who had any part in the leadership or who worked behind the

cenes to make Lent and Easter 2011 one powerful, moving celebration. May each of you know the blessings of God, the love of Christ, and the peace of the Holy Spirit.

Have you had your picture taken for ournew FCC Family Album?

This is the last Sunday we will betaking pictures. Photographerswill be in the rotunda from 8:45to 12:30. PLEASE have YOUR phototaken! Members of the CommunicationsMinistry team are taking photographs of everyone in our congregation. There areno pesky sales people pushing you tobuy a photo package. In fact, we wontsell the photos, just utilize them toproduce a helpful ministry tool - our nextphoto directory! We want EVEYRONEto have their photograph taken for thealbum. Come as you are. Wear whateveryou feel comfortable wearing. Noappointment necessary! Just showup and say cheese! Thanks for participating! Cameron Woods & Andrew

Harris for Communications Ministry

May 15 - Last SundaTo Have YOUR Pictu

Taken for Our NewChurch Family Album


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We Have More TLC Greenhouse Cards!Its not too late to purchase a TLC Greenhouse gift card from our

students! Available for $20 each, these cards are good for all plants,trees, fertilizer and soil. to help you get your garden growing this

spring! (excludes landscaping services) Your purchase will help supportour youth mission trips and our youth room remodel.

Purchase yours this Sunday! Or contact Sherry Parks at 471-4354

Do You Have aCollege Graduate?

We Would LOVE to Know!Please submit name, school anddegree to [email protected] write it on your connectionform during Sunday worship.Well be listing college grads

in an upcoming newsletter so ourwhole church family can

rejoice with them!

Through April, General Fund Revenues are105.0% of Budget. Year to Date PledgedGiving is 107.3% and Non Pledged Givingis 106.2% of Year to Date Budget. General

Fund Expenses are at 91.8 % of Year to DateBudget. 2011 Building Fund Revenue is over$18,000.00 behind mortgage payments and continues to lag 2010 BuildingFund Revenue. The Year to Date (YTD), through April 30, 2011, Revenue andExpenses are shown below.

General Fund Building FundYTD Actual YTD Actual

Revenue $375,566.54 $72,557.82Expense $328,004.50 $90,917.12Excess/(Shortfall) $47,562.04 ($18,359.46)

Please remember to note on your checks or envelopes to which church accounts

you want your contribution credited.

Prayers of the PeopleOUR PRAYERS FOR THOSE IN THE HOSPITALMary Lou Womble, Mercy; Barbara Hall, OK Heart

THOSE IN NEED OF PRAYER Bert Lindsay (Donna Clarksdad), Earl Rice, Ed Henthorn (Bob Henthorns brother),

Debbie Gragg, Cathy Justice, Jane Martin, Dona Lee Denton (Carrie Akins sister), BarbaraThornton, Steve Wilson, Bill Hamilton, David Smith, Chris Banks (Jennifer McGrewsbrother), Joe Samuels, John T. Stone, Eric Koegel, Rose Marie McKee, Bart Rodr, AnnDouthitt (Duke Douthitts mom), Sharon Luton (Susan Blacks cousin), Ed Berry, HankThomas (Randy Thomas brother)

OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERSTo John & Marietta Stone in the passing of Dee James,Mariettas sister, on May 3. Services were held on May 6 in Muskogee.

CELEBRATING THE GIFT OF A NEW LIFEHayden Paul Nordstrom born May 3 to Jonathan& Lori Nordstrom. Grandmother is Pam Nordstrom.

Happy Birthday!5/15 Haley Green eld, Ellie Polk5/16 Peter Duller

5/17 Linda McFall5/18 Alexandra Hamilton, Molly

Larrison, Shane McGrew, AmyPeters

5/19 Cody Daylor, Jenny Jewell, MarciaTunison

5/20 Addison Ball, Marla Grant, HaleyKing, John Privette, SopukroTienabeso

5/21 Bob Grant, Hannah Malzahn5/22 Josh Anthony, Todd Anthony,

Janet Caldwell, Brad Cummings,Greysen Ernst, David Smith

The FCC History Committeeannounces publishing of

The History of First ChristianChurch, The First Decade of

the Second Century,1999-2009.

Samples are available at a table inthe rotunda, where you may

place your order. The beautifullyrendered edition is only $5, payablewhen you order. Sign up for your

copy, now through May 29.

Join the Classics for a trip to the Zoo ~ Tuesday, May 17 Ride the tram and see over 60% of the zoo! Or walk if you prefer.

We will meet at the church at 8am on the 17th, to carpool to the zoo. Enjoylunch together at the zoo restaurant. RSVP to Winnie Hall at 341-4297

$6.25 (includes entry and tram ride) Payment required with reservation.Checks payable to FCC (write zoo trip on memo line).


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The Chalice CONNECTIONShelley Regan, Editor

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Worshipat First Christian8:15, 9 & 11am

May 15, 2011Message: Rev. Chris Shorow Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

May 22, 2011Message: Rev. Dr. Jerry BlackScripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Our SundayMorning Schedule

June 5, 12, 19 and

9:15am: Table Conversations Each Sunday morning at 9:15 we will gather around round tables

in Fellowship Hall to share our stories.

10:45am: Unifed WorshipOur Table Conversations experience will be followed by a fellowshipgathering, hosted by Membership Ministries. Children in 3rd through5th grade will take part in the June 5 and 12 Table Conversations.

6th through 12th grade will join in all four weeks.Watch your mail for abrochure about theRENEW process, or log on towww.fccedmond.org/renewto read details.

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Chalice Connection 5-12-11