January 2015 Courier

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Happy New Year!!

Begin 2015 With a Clean Slate!
Help Fill Josephs Closet
Each year we make resolutions to

change things in our lives... make
better choices, mend broken
relationships, forgive those who
have wronged us, set new
priorities, unburden our
lives...you get the picture.
I view the new year as an
opportunity to begin again with a
clean slate, a chance for a fresh
start. God has given me a new
beginning so far as my physical
health is concerned. And I am so
very grateful for a clean slate in
that arena. But now I have other
work to do!
I have trouble with a part of my
life which prevents me from being
able to get that clean slate
attitude. I, along with others who have lived in the same house
for many years, have accumulated a whole lot of stuff. It didnt
happen overnight, but has been growing to the point that it has
become a problem. I have come to realize that my STUFF is
getting in the way. I long for a clean slate. Its time to take
action!
If youve ever felt the same way, and might consider joining with
others in creating a lifestyle change that frees up some space in
your life, physically, mentally, spiritually, or emotionally, I have
an idea for you!
I have gathered several copies of Simple Abundance available
for you to look over before you commit to being part of a group.
It is a book of daily reflections to help you on your way,
providing motivation and guidance if your resolve weakens, as it
does with all resolutions. Feel free to read the introduction to
see if its a fit for you.
I was hungry and you fed me,

I was thirsty and you gave me a drink,
I was homeless and you gave me a

room,
I was shivering and you gave me

clothes,
I was sick and you stopped to visit,
I was in prison and you came to me.

~Jesus
How do you see God guiding us, enabling us, as a
congregation, to respond to these words? How
should we, as followers of Jesus, reach out to those
around us and fill the needs in our community?
Thanks to your faithful support, our Someone
Cares! Community Meal, which takes place on the
second Sunday of each month has gained firm
footing. And now, we will be establishing a clothes
closet for those who need the bare essentials.
Josephs Closet will be located in Room 8 of the
education wing. Unlike other clothing outlets in the
community, we will offer clothing without cost to
those in need.
If there is interest, a group will begin with the new year. Give it
some thought and check out the book. Books will be available
Sunday, Dec. 28th or in the office after that. Day and time to
meet and how often will be decided by the group.
What we need:
gently used, clean clothes and outerwear
your time - for sorting, organizing, and running
the shop
clothing racks & shelves (preferably for free!)
Information and/or questions? Call me, Darleen Page at

734.3309 very soon!
Please contact Tamalyn if you would like to assist in this

new ministry. (Previous retail experience welcome!)
Whos on First?!
And Whats Up at Home?
January
Sunday, January 4
Elders: TBD (O), TBD (C)
In Home Communion: TBD
Lock-Up: TBD
Deacons: Sandy Grant, Mary Ann Teeters
Reader: Nancy Langford
Greeter: Jane Kletka
Flowers: TBD
Fellowship Time: Elders (Brenda & Lillian)
Sunday, January 11
Deacons: Marian Overcash, Linda Heyne,
Ardythe Hannah
Reader: Lillian Moir
Greeter: Connie Page
Flowers: TBD
Fellowship Time: TBD
Sunday, January 18
Deacons: Lois Oswalt, Pat Whitney, Connie Page
Reader: Melody Hoffman
Greeters: Schmidling Family
Flowers: TBD
Fellowship Time: TBD
Sunday, January 25
Deacons: Lynn Plancich, Kathy Wheeler, Jayne
Witman
Reader: Don Hoffman
Greeter: Mary Ann Teeters
Flowers: Esther Group
Fellowship Time: Esther Group
Sign up in the fellowship hall to assist in
these ministries.
Happy Birthday:
Kathy Wheeler
Chloe Gibson
Danielle Foster
Jane Kletka
Mark Hoemann
Rachel Naidu
Jordan Naidu
John Riseland
Ana Gobledale
Matt Nelson
Charles Schmidling
Russ Weston
Bill Franks
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10
10
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11
12
13
14
17
20
Nathan Klemann
Ralph Gilfilen
Mary Weston
Kelvin Smith
Bob Wistoski
Benjamin Shoemaker
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24
26
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29
Happy Anniversary:
Tod & Ana Gobledale
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This Months Lectionary

Sunday, January 4
Jeremiah 31:7-14
Psalm 147:12-20
Ephesians 1:3-14
John 1:(1-9), 10-18
Sunday, January 18
1 Samuel 3:1-10, (11-20)
Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18
1 Corinthians 6:12-20
John 1:43-51
Sunday, January 11
Genesis 1:1-5
Psalm 29
Acts 19:1-7
Mark 1:4-11
Sunday, January 25
Jonah 3:1-5, 10
Psalm 62:5-12
1 Corinthians 7:29-31
Mark 1:14-20
Please note the unusual format of this months Courier

includes a Peace and Justice insert. As we see the world
around us changing, we endeavor to reach out in
compassionate, loving, and responsible ways. We endeavor
to be the hands of God.
Mens Breakfast
All men are invited to meet at Dennys, 7:30 a.m. each
Saturday for fellowship and food. A sense of humor is
encouraged!
Checking-In Group
This group meets at 5:30 p.m. the Fourth Thursday of each month and is an opportunity to talk about life! Location
to be determined. Please contact the church office for more info.
January 2015
Peace and Justice Insert
Coming Soon
Josephs Closet
This year, pledge to support farmers

in growing healthy, red coffee cherries
for generations to come.
MAKE A
PLEDGE
When you pledge,

Equal Exchange will contribute
10 CENTS PER POUND

of any coffee you buy through
May 31, 2015 to the Red Cherry
Fund, which supports farmer-led
initiatives to combat the effects
of climate change.
EDUCATE your
COMMUNITY
Well send you posters, stickers,

videos, discussion guides, and
more to help you introduce your
community to the challenges
coffee farmers are facing and how
we can respond together.
CHOOSE
FAIR TRADE
Every time you choose Fair Trade

coffee, you support farmers who are
working to solve environmental and
economic problems in innovative,
sustainable ways. What are some
new ways your community can use
Fair Trade coffee this year?
Help us reach
$15,000
FOR THE RED CHERRY FUND
PLEDGE LEARNMORE
equalexchange.coop/red-cherry-challenge
Calendar
January 2015
Sunday
Monday
Wednesday Thursday
Wednesday
Tuesday
Friday
Saturday
2
3
7:30a Mens
Breakfast,
Dennys
9:30a Sun. School

10:50a Gathering Time
11a
Worship
12:15p Fellowship Time
1:30 p Spring Creek
Worship
11
9:30a Sun. School

11a
Worship
2p
Someone Cares
Community Meal
18
6:30 p.m.
Wild Goose
Worship
12
6:30 p
Stewardship
Meeting
13
Noon
Bible Study
19
Noon
Esther Group
25
26
Martin
Luther King,
Jr. Day
Bulletin
deadline
Noon
Bible Study
7:30a Elders Mtg

9:30a Sun. School
11a
Worship
1:30p Spring Creek
Worship
5:30 p.m .
Prayer Vigil for Peace
in the Middle East, 1st
Church of Christ
Scientist
9:30a Sun. School
11a
Worship
12:30p Out-to-Lunch
Bunch
7p
Book Group
20
7:30a Mens
Breakfast,
Dennys
7p Chancel
Choir
Rehearsal
14
15
16
Courier
Deadline
Bulletin
deadline
7p Chancel
Choir
Rehearsal
6:30 p.m.
Pub Theology,
Copper Hog
21
22
17
7:30a Mens
Breakfast,
Dennys
9:30a MLK
Human
Rights
Conference,
WCC, Syre
Student Ctr
23
Bulletin
deadline
6p Bell Choir
Rehearsal
7p Chancel
Choir
Rehearsal
Noon
Bible Study
10
24
7:30a Mens
Breakfast,
Dennys
6:30 p.m.
Wild Goose
Worship
27
Noon
Bible Study
28
29
30
Bulletin
deadline
6p Bell Choir
Rehearsal
7p Chancel
Choir
Rehearsal
31
7:30a Mens
Breakfast,
Dennys
Please notice the migration of Wild Goose Worship to Tuesday nights.

January 2015
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Happy New Year!!

Help Fill Josephs Closet

Each year we make resolutions to

I was hungry and you fed me,

Information and/or questions? Call me, Darleen Page at

Please contact Tamalyn if you would like to assist in this

And Whats Up at Home?

This Months Lectionary

Please note the unusual format of this months Courier

Peace and Justice Insert

Peace and Justice Insert

Peace and Justice Insert

This year, pledge to support farmers

When you pledge,

10 CENTS PER POUND

Well send you posters, stickers,

Every time you choose Fair Trade

FOR THE RED CHERRY FUND

Peace and Justice Insert

9:30a Sun. School

9:30a Sun. School

7:30a Elders Mtg

Please notice the migration of Wild Goose Worship to Tuesday nights.

First Christian Church

The Christian Courier (USPS

Postmaster: Send address changes

Is your picture in the new church directory?

Submissions for the Next

To go paperless: Subscribe to the e-Courier at

First Christian Church

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