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First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Open & Affirming Congregation
701 Franklin St. SE · PO Box 2850 · Olympia, WA 98507-2850
Tel. 360-943-8025 · Fax: 360-236-0896
email: [email protected]
www.firstchristianolympia.org
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MISSION OF THE MONTH—FEBRUARY Week of Compassion works through a remarkable network of church partner organizations
and partnerships that insures that our response to humanitarian needs in the world is
efficient, effective and faithful. Through these partnerships, Disciples are able to join a
tapestry of caring that brings help and hope to hurting people in every corner of the
world.
First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Open & Affirming Congregation
Capital Christian Vol. 68 No. 2
February 3, 2017 Welcoming ALL People
Open Minds
Compassionate Hearts
First Christian Church
Disciples of Christ
701 Franklin St. SE
PO Box 2850
Olympia, WA 98507
Tel. 360-943-8025
www.firstchristianolympia.org
FCC IN FEBRUBARY
PREPARING FOR LENT
LENT DEVOTIONALS SOON
UPCOMING VIGIL
GREETERS NEEDED!
Lent begins Wednesday, March 1ST. Lent devotionals
arriving soon — see page 4 for Lent information.
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Amy’s Corner Rev. Amy LaCroix
Friends,
In a sermon - entitled REMAINING AWAKE THROUGH A GREAT REVOLUTION - delivered, to a standing room only crowd, at National Cathedral in Washington D.C. on March 31, 1968 four days prior to his assassination. Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. told the story of Rip Van Winkle. King reminded the gathered how Rip Van Winkle had climbed to the top of a hill and fallen asleep under a tree. He slept for 20 years. When he awoke he came back down the hill and was surprised to see that the sign on an inn had changed from a picture of King George the third of England to George Washington. Dr. King points out a fact that often gets overlooked when we think about the story. According to King we often ruminate on the fact that Rip Van Winkle slept for twenty years. How on earth can a person sleep that long? But Martin Luther King Jr. says what we should be asking ourselves is how did he sleep through the revolution?
While Rip Van Winkle slept a war was raging around him...how could he not wake up?
These are challenging days we live in. Changes are happening at the Federal level that will have deep and painful consequences for our already marginalized neighbors. How should we respond? Will be sleep through a revolution or will we respond to our neighbors in need?
As MLK Jr. said so eloquently:
" we are challenged to develop a world perspective. No individual can live alone, no nation can live alone, and anyone who feels that he can live alone is sleeping through a revolution. The world in which we live is geographically one. The challenge that we face today is to make it one in terms of brotherhood."
Christ calls us to live with compassion and openness, respecting all people, doing our part to create a just world.
Are you awake?
peace,
Amy
Here is a link to Martin Luther King Jr.'s sermon if you would like to read it in its entirety.
https://kinginstitute.stanford.edu/king-papers/publications/knock-midnight-inspiration-great-sermons-reverend-martin-luther-king-jr-10
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OVER BOOKED LITERARY SOCIETY
Our next book club meeting will be Thursday, February 23RD at noon. We will be reading Small Great Things, by Jodi Picoult.
For more information about the
book club, please contact Jan
Carlson, 253-301-4287
HAVE SOMETHING TO
CELEBRATE THAT’S NOT A BIRTHDAY
OR ANNIVERSARY?
PLEASE LET MARY KNOW, AND
WE ’LL ADD IT IN THE NEXT
NEWSLETTER !
There will be a board meeting at 6:00 pm on
Wednesday, February 8TH in the library.
If you have any questions, please contact
Rachel Crum, 360-459-2601 or email:
2-Feb James Alviar
5-Feb Betty Wilson
8-Feb Bruce Ammons
8-Feb Lyall Smith
9-Feb Bruce Powell
10-Feb Bette Dovel
19-Feb Debbie Dick
22-Feb Wade Shepard
24-Feb Dane Henze
27-Feb Linda Schmidt
There will be an elders’ meeting at 6:45 pm
on Wednesday, February 15TH.
If you have any questions about the meeting,
please contact Si Sarton, 360-259-5463 or email:
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Prayers of the People
We pray for these new prayer concerns:
Kathleen Alviar whose mother has been hospitalized
For the family of Kathleen Alviar’s cousin who passed away.
Friends and family of Joyce Gillie who passed away.
Healing for Renata who was sprayed with pepper spray at the park while demon-strating.
For all people who are speaking out.
Homeless person who died of hypothermia in Olympia. May we work for help to prevent such things.
Those who were turned away from our borders.
Our country and world that are in turmoil in response to President Trump’s immigration ruling.
Vern’s friend John Sil.
Helena’s sister.
For Dale Curfman who is in the hospital
Note: The prayer group considers prayer requests received via a prayer card or attendance card as confidential and are not included on this list.
Worship Preparation
Sunday, February 5:
Isaiah 58:1-9a (9b-12)
Psalm 112:1-9 (10)
1 Corinthians 2:1-12 (13-16)
Matthew 5:13-20
Sunday, February 12:
Deuteronomy 30:15-20
Psalm 119:1-8
1 Corinthians 3:1-9
Matthew 5:21-37
Sunday, February 19:
Leviticus 19:1-2, 9-18
Psalm 119:33-40
1 Corinthians 3:10-11, 16-23
Matthew 5:38-48
Sunday, February 26:
Exodus 24:12-18
Psalm 2 or
Psalm 99
2 Peter 1:16-21
Matthew 17:1-9
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Gokogoko! Gokogoko! That is how a rooster says
wake-up in Cantonese. The Lunar New Year hap-
pened last weekend and it is now the year of the
Fire Rooster. I looked it up on various sites and I
found this: “Chinese people consider Rooster
years to generally be a blend of righteousness and
justice, pomposity and efficiency. This is the year
when only hard work and patience will result in
you achieving your goals.” I also heard an inter-
view with a Chinese woman who said that a Roost-
er year symbolizes a call to wake up. (She said last
year’s Year of the Monkey is known as chaotic and troublesome. Odd…)
We are only a few days into the Year of the Fire Rooster and already we are starting to
get ”woke” as a community and a nation. But, I can see that a lot of hard work and
patience will be needed in the year(s) ahead to achieve the righteousness and
justice we want to have for all people. Maybe we can figure out how to lessen
the pomposity and become more efficient as we work together to achieve our
goals. Time to wake up and get moving! Cock-a-doodle-do!!
--Rachel
(Just in case you wondered, this is what the article said about Fire
Rooster people, which I am….. “The Fire Rooster is said to exem-
plify the virtues of righteousness, perseverance, and openness,
and to generously reward those who get to know them.” I don’t
know, does that seem like crowing?)
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LENT
Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, March 1ST. We will begin the season with an Ash
Wednesday service at 6pm. We will be joined by our friends from Emmaus Catholic
Community. If someone is interested in coordinating a pancake supper before the Ash
Wednesday service, please contact Mary in the office.
Then, beginning Wednesday, March 8TH we will meet each week in Sacred Space for a
Lenten soup and bread luncheon at 11:30 am. We will share a meal and a time of study
and prayer. There’s a sign-up sheet for soup and bread. To ensure most people can
participate, we’re asking for the soup not to be canned and that it’s as low -sodium as
possible.
Lent devotionals will be arriving soon! In just a few
weeks, we will have this year’s Lenten Devotionals,
Diving Lessons, available. You will be able to pick
up your copy in the foyer before church beginning
Sunday, February 12TH. Once again, this year’s
devotional is written by the StillSpeaking Writers
Group from UCC.
As most of you know, Joyce Gillie passed away just before
her 92nd birthday. Joyce was a vibrant part of our congregation for
many, many years and will be greatly missed. The memorial service
for Joyce will be Saturday, February 11th at 3pm.
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Called to Serve in...
FEBRUARY
Elders FEB. 5 — Judy Gregorius FEB. 12 — Nell Carlson FEB. 19 — Lizbeth Martin-Mahar FEB. 26 — Karen Ferguson
Communion Prep & Cleanup
Feb. 5 — Ken Hall Feb. 12— Jenny Heddin Feb. 19 — Katherine Ely & Mindy Chambers Feb. 26 — Lylburn Layer
Greeters Feb. 5: Elsie Kunze & Judy Bushell
Feb. 12: Mindy Chambers Feb. 19: Jessi & Rayanna Downing
Feb. 26: Helena Wilson
Sound System & Video Kathleen Alviar
Coffee Hour:
Feb. 5 — Edrie Harrington
Feb. 12 — Jenny Heddin Feb. 19— Helena Wilson & Shirley Reeves Feb. 26 — Katherine & Pat Ely
Taking Communion to Home Bound
Si Sarton
Deacons
Team 1—
Ken Hall
Dorothy Smith
Jessi Downing
Rayanna Downing
Team 2—
Jenny Heddin
Don Hutchings
Helena Wilson
Team 3—
Katherine Ely
Mindy Chambers
Don Hutchings
Mia LaCroix
Judy Gregorius
Team 4—
Lylburn Layer
Edrie Harrington
Peggy Frazier
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FAITH ACTION NETWORK’s Interfaith Advocacy Day
On Thursday, February 9, 2017 in Olympia brings to our elected leaders the voice of compassion and justice. We partner for the common good with people of all faiths who stand up boldly for our shared values. Your meeting with legislators and/or their staff on this day is the most im-portant thing our faith advocates can do. On Interfaith Advocacy Day, you will be able to: Join workshops that will break down the issues on FAN’s 2017 Legislative Agenda Learn current best practices on how to advocate in today’s legislature Prepare for briefings and hearings with advocates from your legislative district Meet with your legislator! Once you reg-ister, FAN will set up an appointment for you and others from your district Lunch will be provided
AMERICAN MUSLIMS: HISTORY, CULTURE,
AND POLITICS —FEB. 6TH 4-6PM
Join the Lacey Timberland Library for a talk that explores
how American Muslim identities have shaped and been
shaped by American culture, history, and politics. A story
covering four centuries, international relations professor
Turan Kayaoglu's talk uncovers how American Muslims
have been integral to the American experience. This is a
Humanities Washington presentation.
Lacey branch of the
Timberland Library
College & 6th
Lacey, WA
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A special thank you to the following people who graciously
provided f e l lowship in
January:
Rachel Crum
Judy Gregorius
Brenda Hatcher
Lizbeth Martin-Mahar
Si Sarton
Schedule for Fellowship in February:
FEB. 5 EDRIE HARRINGTON
FEB. 12 JENNY HEDDIN
FEB. 19 HELENA WILSON &
SHIRLEY REEVES
FEB. 26 KATHERINE & PAT
ELY
Disciples Women’s Ministries
(DWM)
The Disciples Women’s Ministries
met on Feb. 1, 2017 in Koinonia Hall for a sack
lunch and provided dessert.
Hostess: Deb Dick
Study: Edrie Harrington
We continued our theme of the Bible study “Biblical Hos-
pitality”; the Scripture was Acts 10:1-48.
All women of the church and friends are invited and
welcome to all DWM events!
—Edrie Harrington
360-438-5018
REMINDER
The church office will be closed Monday, February
20TH in honor of Presidents’ Day.
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GENERAL FUND FINANCIAL REPORT
DECEMBER 2016
Did you know there are sign-up sheets on the library window for folks who are willing to serve Communion, take up offering, or serve as a greeter? You can choose to serve once or twice a month or every few months—whatever works for you! It’s super easy! It’s fun! It’s a great way to make sure you meet everyone!
I bet right now you’re wondering who to talk to? Call or email Katherine Ely: 360-705-9003 [email protected]
Fiscal Year
December 2016
July 2016 - December 2016
Monthly Giving $17,396.52 Annual Giving $59,424.26
Other Income 2,946.33 Other Income 14,448.86
Foundation Distribution 12,791.59
Budget Expenses (14,203.66) Budget Expenses (91,535.54)
Over (Under) $6,139.19 Over (Under) ($4,870.83)
Mission - Christmas $426.00
- Other Outreach $282.00
Total outreach donations for the fiscal year - $1,935.00
The approved budget for the July 2016 - June 2017 fiscal year contains a deficit of
$55,151.54. At the end of December 2016 there is a deficit of $4,870.83. Actual
expenses are at 46.95% of the total annual budget or 3.05% under budget. Revenue
is at 61.62% of the estimated annual income. 66.60% needed to cover the deficit.
Savings balance $93,952.64
Building Repair Savings $591.64
Memorial Fund $10,550.25
$10,000 donation from Out of the Woods dissolution.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
VIGIL—TUES. FEB. 7th
A vigil will be held beginning at 6:00 pm in front of City Hall in Olympia. The vigil is
sponsored and coordinated by the interfaith clergy and faith leaders of the Olympia area.
The purpose is to stand with and support the Mayor of Olympia as well as the
City Council. We want to thank them for declaring Olympia a sanctuary city as
well as signing the Charter for Compassion.
All are welcome and encouraged to join in this show of support! If you would like to find
out more about the Charter for Compassion, here’s the link: https://olycompassion.org/
Please feel free to share it with others so we can join together in making a clear state-
ment to support all people—and a big ‘thank you’ to our city leaders who have also
shown their support of all people as well!
