Officers Serving January 9, 2011 8:30 a.m. Service Elder – Sheila Scott Deacon – Mikki Sue Ford Ushers – JoAnn Casner, Jana Lock Liturgist – Sheila Scott Nursery – A/V – Buzz Placke, Amanda Clinkscales 10:30 a.m. Service Elder – Charles Reid, Lois Struck Deacon – Bill Boelsen, Loy Lybarger, Alexis Shields, Allison Shields Ushers – Janet Pattie, Annette Casner Liturgist – Steve Brunkhorst Nursery – Taxi – Russ Mayden A/V – Amanda Clinkscales, Dennis Murphy Acolytes – Cherie West, Kara Berrey Flowers – Jim Murphy Communion Prep – Sheila Placke
Worship Schedule Saturday - 6:00 p.m. Sunday - 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m.
THIS COMING SUNDAY Scripture - John 14:1-7;27 Sermon - “How to Deal with Uncertainty” LAST SUNDAY Worship - 70
The Christian Call January 5, 2011 Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Throughout world history, there have been times of uncertainty. There have been times of trial and with trial comes the nagging feeling of helplessness. There are times in our personal lives when we are uncertain, and with that uncertainty comes feelings of helplessness and frustration, the frustration which comes from the knowledge that we cannot control the things to come. This is especially true when God calls a person to another place to do something else for Him. This is my situation, and I would be lying if I said I was not a bit nervous. But I also know that there is a reason for all this change and transition, there is the knowledge that my true ministry at this time in my life is to be the father my boys need. Now, you may be tired of hearing about Josh and Jake, but I cannot help but convey a father’s pride when I think of them, and I cannot help but share that pride from time to time. But I know that I have been called to the ministry of fatherhood, at least until they become grown men with lives of their own. I know not how I will make my living nor where I will live, but I know I have Christ, and He will supply my every need. I know that God first planted this seed in Sheryl’s heart, and through her God announced His intention to me. Having finally begun to grasp this fact, I am now beginning to let go of the uncertainty and the fear and I now have the strength to order the devil to go away from me and let the Father do His work in me and in us. To the flock of First Christian Church, the uncertain times are coming for you as well. But I say to you, BE NOT AFRAID!! The Lord will guide you through the changes which need to be made, especially in light of our struggling economy, and He will enable you to move forward, using your gifts and talents in order that the community and the world around us may know Jesus Christ now and forever. God bless you all as we continue down this road together. As always, I am, Your brother in Christ, Brother Larry
SUNDAY SCHOOL
MERRILL STRUCK MEMORIAL
Starting this Sunday the Kids 4 Christ will start meeting for Sunday School during the Sunday School hour 9:30 am - 10:15 am for ages 3 - 6th grade.
The television and DVD have been installed in the Fellowship Hall and are ready for service to the church. Lois and family would like to encourage its use for all groups of the church. If you have questions inquire at the office at 5420247.
CHURCH BOARD MEETING is scheduled for Monday January 10, at 7:30 pm Education meeting At 7:00 pm Evangelism meeting at 6:30 pm
SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
PROVIDE-A-RIDE (PAR) If you are interested in a volunteering transportation service operating through the Carroll County Senior Center. We are recruiting additional drivers for PAR while also making older adults aware of this Program. Informational Flyer on Bulletin Board.
Scholarship recipients please bring or email a copy of your grades. Your funds cannot be mailed until we receive a copy of your fall grades.
NEW MEMBER One of our dear sisters in Christ, Tonya (Buben) VanCleve, has officially joined our church family as of January 2. Don’t forget to personally rejoice with Tonya in her decision for the service of Christ!
I would like to thank you all for the cards and notes sent to Sheryl, the boys, and I this Christmas season. I would also like to thank you for the Christmas bonus I received this holiday season. You are a wonderful congregation and I wish you all the best for the new year. Thank you again, Pastor Larry
THANK YOU Thanks to all who contributed to the collection of food for the needy families in our community. Your help is much appreciated. Church in Socity
BIBLE STUDY Our latest Bible study will be about, appropriately enough, the Bible. We will be using the book From God to Us: How the Bible Came to Be, by Norman Geisler. We have five books ordered thus far, and if there is a need for more, more will be ordered. We will be planning to start on Wednesday, January 12 at 7:00 pm in the Fellowship hall. Please call the church office to inform either Anita or me or just leave a message.
Pastor Larry
2011 Camp Dates CYF Camp - June 29- July 4
DEACONS, ELDERS, TRUSTEES, & DEPARTMENT CHAIRS
123 GO #1 - July 6-8 123 GO #2 - July 19 -21 Jr #1 - July 9 - 13 Jr #2 - July 23 - 27 Chi-Rho #1 - July 14 -18 Chi-Rho #2 - July 28 - Aug 1
As church officers for the new year, it is important to make the time to attend the board meetings held on the second Monday of each month. These meetings are the best way to keep track of the business of the church and to discuss with fellow board mem-
If you need camp forms please notify the church office or call 542-0247.
bers the best and most effective ways to minister to the community around us. Remember, it is not enough to just hold a title or an office; there are responsibilities which range far beyond giving prayers at the communion table or passing around offering plates. It is essential that all church officers attend monthly board meetings as often as possible. Please come as often as you can, especially as we begin this new year of 2011.
God
bless you and yours this year. UPCOMING DATES January 8, 6:00 pm: Saturday Nights Alive January 9, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm: Sr Center Dinner January 9, 6:00 pm: Youth Group January 10, 6:30 pm: Evangelism meeting January 10, 7:00 pm: Education meeting January 10, 7:30 pm: Church Board Meeting January 11, 9:30 am: Piecemaker’s Meet January 12, 7:00 pm: Bible Study Begins January 15, 6:30 pm: Saturday Nights Alive January 16, 6:00 pm: Youth Group January 17: Office Closed January 18, 9:30 am: Piecemaker’s Meet January 19, 7:00 pm: Bible Study January 22, 6:00 pm: Saturday Nights Alive
—Prayer Concerns— Prayer list We encourage you to share with us anyone in need of prayer. Please inform the church office when someone is ill, in the hospital, or in need of prayer for any other reason. Prayer connects us with God.
Among Our Own Dick Mellencamp Eva Gene Reid Shirley Scott Friends and Members With Special Concerns Dorothy McNiece Charlynn Davis Jean Lake Eva Lee Fergason Ghee Thomas Floyd Newman Mary Helen Solito (Sue Jackson’s mother) Anna Mae Welker (Judy Anderson’s mother) Louise Gardner Vernon Renne Glendena Fry
Our Prayer Outreach Patsy Hunt Ann Kohler Jeanie Wheeler Padgett Rick Carlson Katy Grant Phillip Fisher Kevin Atherton Pauline Lightfoot JoAnne Staton Lavon NaughtBarfreddy Beth Gibson Renee Bingham
In Sympathy Please keep the John Conner family in your prayers Please keep the Judy Staton family in your prayers.
Service People Kyle Cox Sean Cox Matt West Mason Holley Levi Falke Chris Falke Emily Falke Nathan Murphy Nicholas LittleCookson ElizaBeth Michaels Patrick Mullins Michael Brown
January 6 Don and Pat Dickson January 6 Kevin and Linda Walden
January 1 Daniel Cowherd 1997 January 3 Natalie Lavelock January 3 Harriett Ward January 4 Betty Warren January 5 Michael Davis January 5 Chuck O’Dell January 5 Clarence Cummings January 7 Heath Owen January 10 Ken Warren January 10 Jordan Baggs 1998 January 11 Abigael Sullivan January 11 Eric Imboden January 12 Eileen Lam January 12 Ann Wyatt January 14 Ruby Mayden January 16 Loy Lybarger January 16 Chase Johnson January 17 Donna Laughlin January 18 Rex Kinder January 20 Orion Warren January 22 Megan Moeller January 24 Patty Kinder January 25 Buddy Lyon January 27 Dr. Tim Reid January 31 Jean Moeller January 31 Janie (Weedin) Beardslee
