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The Chalice
CONNECTION
A publication of First Christian Church of Edmond, OK
Vol. 5 No. 22 June 6, 2013
Our “Naked” Church
By Rev. Chris Shorow, Senior Minister
It is an
interesting sight
as I gaze out the
window here at
the church. Our
steeple, which
towers over the
city of Edmond
and is a landmark that can be seen for
miles, has been taken down. Strange to
see our “naked” church. The steeple was
damaged in the hailstorm from May of
last year. So now, a year later, we get a
brand new steeple.
Several other property issues have
been addressed in the last few weeks. A
French drain was installed outside the
chapel and we have a new sump pump
to remove water from our basement.
Both have been proven effective, as the
recent deluge of rain has not flooded
our basement. A new video screen in
our chapel will allow us to do some new
creative programs in the chapel and
will give us new opportunity for services
there. I know the youth group is fired
up as their worship for Unite will look
new and exciting. The recent installation
of locks and key fobs at our entrances
make this a more secure and safer
environment, especially for all of our kids
in the Child Care Center.
Renovation and rebuilding. Not an
easy job, but a necessary one. One that is
necessary in our lives as well. Just ask the
citizens of Moore, El Reno, Carney, Little
Axe and others. Rebuilding is difficult and
emotionally taxing. But rebuilding is what
God specializes in.
Several folks have asked why God
caused all of these disasters that keep
happening here in Oklahoma. I don’t
believe God caused them, but I believe
God is truly present in the rebuilding. In
all of the care and compassion that has
come out of these disasters. Just as God
made new life come out of death in the
resurrection, so God brings new life to
Vacation Bible School:
PICK UP SHIRTS & CD’S!
This Sunday, June 9
VBS is next week - if you have signed your child
up - it is time to pick up your child’s VBS T-shirt
and CD! Come by the VBS booth in the rotunda.
This Sunday, June 9, a VBS volunteer will be there - ready to hand out
t-shirts and CDs.
VBS is Monday through Friday, June 10-14, from 6:30 to
8:30pm for ages Kindergarten (those who have completed Kindergarten)
through 5th Grade. If you have not signed up and wish to do so, you may
register at the door the first night of VBS. The cost will be $10.
For questions, contact Michelle at mfritz@fccedmond.org
these desperate situations in our lives.
The Good News is that God is present
right where we need God—in times of
rebuilding.
So as I gaze out the window,
awaiting a new steeple, I also wait for
God’s presence. Because God is always
present where there is rebuilding—in
our lives and in our church. See you on
Sunday as God rebuilds each of our lives.
First Christian
Church
Board Meeting
Sunday, June 9
5:30 pm
Room 116
Everyone is welcome
to attend the monthly
Board meeting.
It’s Freedom Fest!
Few moments of national celebration are more exciting
than Independence Day. It’s just one of the hallmark events
in the calendar year. Firework displays, musical concerts,
parades, and family gatherings typify our cherished,
patriotic, and national spirit. And our church family is no
exception to this spirit. Freedom is a gift—the freedom
we know in Christ and the freedom we know as citizen
of this country.
So, in conjunction with the annual, Edmond Liberty
Fest Parade on July 4th, 2013, First Christian will
host another Freedom Fest and distribute free hot
dogs, chips, bottles of water, and watermelon to
over 1,000 of the 50,000 parade attendees. This
wonderful event affords us a grand opportunity to partner
with our community in serving others. And it gives us a
superb moment to demonstrate our deep commitment to
radical hospitality.
Join us on this day of national patriotism, community
celebration, and faith in action. Sign-up at the table display
in the rotunda or online at fccedmond.org/freedomfest to
serve with us and/or make donations.
- Your Evangelism Ministry Team
Friday, June 21 at 1pm
It’s time again for First Christian
Church’s Annual Golf Tournament!
It will be held at Kickingbird Golf
Course with an $80 Entry Fee. Sign
up forms can be found at the table in
the rotunda. For more information, call
Bob Stafford at (405) 359-8900
or email at: bjstaff@swbell.net
SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL
Sundays, June 23 - August 25
10:00 - 10:50am in Fellowship Hall
Beginning June 23 through August 25, we are inviting all adult Sunday school classes to meet in
the Fellowship Hall for Unified Summer Sunday School! Summer Sunday School will showcase
programs by special people in our community and church family.
We will start at 10:00am with refreshments and fellowship time. Our first speaker will be Dr. Paul Lehmann who has
great stories of his time as a professor at UCO and as a news anchor at a television station. If you have any questions
or suggestions, please contact Rev. Chuck Shorow at 341-3544. Come join the fellowship and fun!
We hope to see you on Sunday, June 23!
Prayers of the People
OUR PRAYERS FOR THOSE IN THE HOSPITAL
Carrie Akin, Bradford Village
THOSE IN NEED OF PRAYER Roger Stilwell, Dana
Stilwell (Roger Stilwell’s brother), Joan Grant, Sue Fraim, Anne Holzberlein,
Chris Gibson, Debby Gresh, Jim Fritz (Jeff Fritz’s dad), Doris Dowell, Dale & Betsy
Jones, Earl & Loree Rice, Judy Joy, Gayle Jones (Jennifer Cain’s mom), Lori Snider
(Loretta Park’s daughter), Cynthia David (Winnie Hall’s daughter), Bill & Mary
Lou Womble
OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS TO Sue Archer in the death of her sister, Betty
Twomey. Services were held Monday, June 3 in Holdenville AND TO Jennifer
McGrew & Family in the death of her grandmother, Harriet Banks, on May 13.
Services were held on Saturday, May 18 in OKC.
FCCE Family - Thank you, again for your response with “Adopt a Box for Our
Troops.” Your faithfulness is overwhelming! Over 20 boxes were filled and returned,
flowing over with needed, and requested items. Many men and women will be thrilled
to receive a gift package and hear from home.
Blessings to you and yours,
Becky Winn,
with The Blue Star Mothers of Edmond
6/9
6/10
6/11
6/12
6/13
6/14
6/15
6/16
David Penland, Haley Felix, Carol
Jennings, Fran Hauser, Nancy Scott
John Combs, Ann Douthitt, Kory
VanOsdol,Jamie Gable, Brynn
Burleston
Anne Ward, Bryan McGaha,
Margaret Wilmoth, Jennifer
Shipley, Susan Worsham, Hunter
Daylor
Crystal Vazquez, Lily Percival,
Evelyn Robinson
Scott Johnson, Linda Quade,
Jacob Fine-Thomas, Brody Bunton, Connie Huston
Carla Clark, Gillian Luton, Mitchell Good, John Paxton, Kevin Winters
Michelle Hoppe, John Meadows,
Emily Stabler, Olivia O’Donnell
Judy Shaffstall, Sherry Parks,
Ken Kysar
ConGRADulations
CHILDREN WORSHIP
& WONDER
College Graduate!
NOW at Both the 9 & 11am
Worship Services
What wonderful news! Children Worship & Wonder
(CW&W) will now be held during BOTH the 9 and 11am
services. This wonderful ministry is an exciting way for children to experience God
while learning about God. Children can be with God, hear the stories of God, talk to
God and listen to God. CW&W is designed for children 3 years old through first grade
and is held in the children’s own worship place.
Children will be dismissed during each service to come downstairs for worship.
If you have questions about CW&W, contact the Director of Children’s Ministries,
Michelle Fritz at mfritz@fccedmond.org or 341-3544, ext. 106.
A Trip with The Classics
Happy Birthday!
Caroline Burnett
Granddaughter of Beverly Pearce
Doctor of Pharmacy, Magna Cum
Laude
Southwestern Oklahoma State
University
Kaci Taylor
Wife of Rev. Mark Taylor
Doctor of Pharmacy with Pediatric
Degree Option
University of Oklahoma
Thursday, July 25 - All day
The Classics are planning another event - a day trip! This time it is to visit the George W. Bush Presidential Library
and Museum and eat at Babe’s Chicken Dinner House. This trip includes transportation and a meal, plus all
admissions and attractions, for the wonderful price of $129.00 per person! Full payment is due with your reservation.
For information or reservations, contact Winnie Hall (405-341-4297) or Ellen Chitwood (405-341-2859).
Hurry and reserve your spot today! Spots are filling up FAST!
Looking For a Way to Serve?
Volunteer Opportunities For You
at First Christian
8:15, 9 & 11am
June 9, 2013
Message: Rev. Dr. Jerry Black
Rev. Chris Shorow
Scripture: Acts 15:36-41
John 13:34
June 16, 2013 Father’s Day
Message: Rev. Charles Shorow
Rev. Dr. Jerry Black
Scripture: Malachi 4:4-6
Luke 1:16-17
The Chalice CONNECTION
Jennifer Humphrey, Editor
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ReNewing Hands Ministry
Needs You!
Do you love working in the outdoors?
Do you enjoy gardening? Are you
wanting to help others? If so, ReNewing
Hands is looking for volunteers to
help with garden clean up and
mulching for some of our members
who need help. If you are interested,
call Marcia Tunison at (405) 285-1506
or email her via the Hub!
Are You a People Person?
FCC Open Doors (Evangelism) needs
Door Greeters & Front Desk Helpers
on Sunday mornings - before Sunday
School and before each worship service. If
you love welcoming and meeting people,
this is a great ministry for you! Your time
commitment is only 15 minutes a month
for Door Greeters and 1 hour a month for
Front Desk Helpers. Contact Randy Huston
via the Hub or at rc.huston@att.com
Be a Part of The Tech Crew!
Have you ever used PowerPoint before? Would you like to help out in worship once a
month? The Tech Crew could use your help! We are looking for several volunteers to
“do the words” on Sundays at the 9 & 11am worship services. The time commitment
is two hours on the Sunday that you serve. If we get enough volunteers, you may only
have to do it once every six weeks. Existing Tech Crew volunteers will provide you with
plenty of training on our very easy-to-use software (displays the lyrics to songs on the
screens in the sanctuary).
This is a fun way to serve! It is rewarding job that helps each member of the
congregation in worship. If interested, please contact Frank Gresh at frank@
frankgresh.com or by phone at (405) 417-1977.
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