FROM THE PASTOR
How much influence do you have in God's
plan to redeem the world? Chances are we don't see ourselves as having
extremely prominent roles. Our roles may not make headlines. They may not
be the topic of conversation at the coffee shop.
Even so, what we do as co-workers with God in fulfilling His plans is
very important. Do not think otherwise about what you do, or can do, in
God's service.
Sunday's sermon is going to focus on one of Jesus' disciples who was
not known for the "big" things he did, but what he did was important none
the less. His name is Andrew. Look in the New Testament books of Matthew,
Mark, Luke, John and the first chapter of acts to see what you can discover
about Andrew. He is the Bible character we will be looking at Sunday.
George
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Memorial
Erma Fox, mother of Anita Lespagnard,
passed away Thursday January 10, 2008 at the age of 102. A memorial
service for Erma was held at 2:00 pm Sunday, January 13, 2008 at First
Christian Church with Dr. George Lespagnard officiating. We extend our
sympathy to Erma's family.
A memorial, in memory of Erma Fox, has been established at First
Christian. The memorial monies will be used toward the purchase of a
church van or bus. There are memorial envelopes on the table in the
entryway. Checks may be made to First Christian Church with Erma Fox
Memorial in the memo.
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PRAISE THE LORD! DID YOU KNOW
?
Dan Andrade got a job!
Austin Groom, son of Petra Duffey, has been accepted to KU for the
fall semester. Austin is a senior at Campus High School. Praise the
Lord!!
I'm grateful for the opportunity to spend the next week with my dad in
Ohio . . . and very thankful that his health has improved a little bit.
Marsha Devan
Vanessa West (niece of Annette Beal) gave birth to a baby boy
Thursday, January 10, 2008. Samuel Jeffrey Knox weighed 7 lbs 3.4 oz.
Proud aunts are; Christina Pribble, Adrianna Vargas, Raeven Blackbull and
proud uncle, Alex Vargas.
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THANK YOU!
We wish to thank everyone for the calls,
cards, and George's visit to the hospital. We are so blessed to have such
good Christian friends.
Bob and Ollie Robbins
Dear Someone,
Thank you for the gift. I want you to know that it came at the right
time (like you have a higher power.) ha ha My family and I wish great
blessings on you and your family.
Thank you, Annette
Thank you for the gift. We know God continues to bless our work
together!
Steve Martin, Associate Regional Minister/Director of Camp Ministries
Thank you for making a difference with your gift to Kansas Christian
Home. Your generosity and prayers are a blessing.
Erin K. Boehner, Interim Director of Development
Thank you to Betty Phillippe for the book of stamps.
Dear First Christian Church family,
On behalf of the Haysville Community Outreach program . . . I want to
personally thank your for your generous gift. We helped over 175 families
and 250 children received toys from "Santa". Without you, this wouldn't
have been possible. I hope you received a blessing from this.
Beverly McCormick, FCC Representative, HCO
Much comfort came into our home as we read the many, many meaningful
verses in the sympathy cards we received after mother's death. It warmed
the heart just to know we were not alone in our sorrow.
As I look at these beautiful cards,
Oh, what do I see?
Not the pen nor the sweet verse
Do I see;
I see friendships close and dear
I feel the presence of Jesus ever so near.
Thank you for your thoughtfulness, brothers and sisters in Christ.
Love, Anita and George
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CHURCH GROWTH
During February, we treat our favorite
hunny and/or ourselves with gifts of love and special treats. Often this
includes a dinner to your favorite restaurant. How about letting Chef
Peggy and her "staff" treat you to a great dinner? We will be serving Beef
Brisket, Green Beans, Cheese Potatoes, Green Salad, rolls and Cherry
Cheesecake.
This dinner will be here at the church on Saturday, February 9th at
6:00. If you need a baby sitter, some of our high school youth will be
providing that service for us. Please let us know if you will need this
service.
The cost of this dinner is $12.00 apiece. You may buy the tickets at
church on the next two Sundays. If you are writing a check, please make it
out to Peggy Smith or Lenora Heath. We will be using this money to buy the
food for the dinner.
Please join us for an evening of great food, fellowship, and
celebration of this wonderful holiday. We will be ending our evening with
music from "Sisters of Song" from the Mulvane United Methodist Church. We
know this will be an evening to remember.
This is a reminder that UFO will meet Friday, January 25th at 7:00
p.m. Join us for an evening of fun and
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FCC OFFICERS APPROVED FOR 2008
Board Chairperson: Jesse Shetler
Vice Chairperson: Dale Atkeson
Secretary: Beverly Rodgers
Treasurer: Carolyn Schottler
Financial Secretary: Carolyn Schottler
Clerk: Janice Church
Historian: Peggy Smith
TRUSTEES: Scott Sturm-David Walker
ELDERS: Dale Atkeson-Bill Eastman-David
Walker
DEACONS: Larry Whitney, Kathy Clubb, Peggy Smith,
Donna Atkeson, Joyce Andrade, Penny Mundell, Butch Morrell, Mary
Beth Morrell,
Carolyn Roberts, Joe McCormick
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Schedule of
Services
Pastor:
Dr. George J. Lespagnard
SUNDAY SERMON: January 27, 2008
Text: Mark 1:16-20
Title: ANDREW, A CARING WITNESS
SUNDAY SCHOOL: 9:30 a.m.
WORSHIP: 10:40 a.m.
Sunday, January 20, 2008
OFFERING: $4,879.50
ATTENDANCE: Sunday School 67 Worship 106
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VISITORS:
Haysville, KS: April, Doug,
Dylan and Jacob Stone
Mulvane, KS: Linda Reekie and family
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PRAYER LIST:
Dan Atkeson family, Ron
Brigstocke, Jack Braden, Dale Foust, Ernie Hurdle, Inez Agers,
Lynn, Julie and Gary Garrelts, George and Susan Hatcher, Blanche and
Billy Williams, Tom VonFeldt,
Ed and Pat Carr, Kirby and Pat Barnes, Jerry Kennedy, Beulah Rees,
Harvey Wells, Elijah and Jeremiah Atkeson,
Bob and Ollie Robbins, Deanna Brotton, Linda Hickman, Zachari
Noordhoek, Lydia Briggs, Bobbi Easterly,
Beverly Sale, Breanna Lespagnard, Randy and Karla Kelly, Brad King
Beverly Sale had surgery last week and is recovering at her daughter's
home.
Sympathy to the family of Teresa Washburn, niece of George Lespagnard
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YOUTH NEWS
Our middle school and high
school youth are busy preparing for this year's Super Bowl Sunday soup
dinner and auction --just two weeks from today! We hope you will all join
us for a delicious soup dinner and a lot of fun. This year, each of our
youth is putting together a gift basket to be put up at the auction in
addition to their 2 hours of service.
If you are interested in helping out with this eveny -- making soup,
setting up tables or if you have items or services that you would like to
donate, please see Machaelle.
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We recently received 2 six week curriculum series to preview:
Parenting: The Early Years and Parenting Your Teen. Upon previewing them
we felt they were worthy of purchasing if there was any interest from our
congregation. There is a table out in the entryway with additional
information about these classes. If you have an interest, please stop by
the table and fill out the sheet indicating days and times that would work
for you. One possibility would be Wednesday night. We do need to know of
your interest as soon as possible as we either need to decide to purchase
the series or return it.
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Just a reminder: We are still collecting items for the YWCA Women's
Crisis Center. Hotel samples of shampoo, soap etc. are needed as well as
other personal hygiene items such as toothpaste and tooth brushes, combs,
lip balm, perfume, nail polish. Donations can be left in the basket in the
entryway.
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FRIENDS NIGHT
OUT
Friends Night Out will meet
at Carlos O'Kelly's, 47th & Broadway, January 31st at 5:30 p.m. Join us for
a fun evening.
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MEN'S FELLOWSHIP
BREAKFAST
All men are invited to attend
the Men's Fellowship Breakfast Saturday, February 2nd at 7:30
a.m.
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SCD MEN'S 5TH
TUESDAY
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Hillside Christian Church, 8330 E. Douglas, Wichita, KS
6:30 p.m. Registration - 7:00 p.m. Meal and Program
Call the Office by January 28th and Dee will call the number attending
to the District Office.
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HELP
WANTED
Alma Murrow is the
coordinator for funeral dinners and she needs your help! She would like to
have a list of ladies she can call when she needs food and/or workers for
funeral dinners. You would be asked to furnish just one dish; Jello
salad, scalloped potatoes, relish tray or cake. The sign-up sheet is on
the table in the sanctuary. Thanks!
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FCC COMMITTEE
Property: Jim
Holmes
Worship: Anita Lespagnard
Outreach: Angelie Vincent
Education: Machaelle Shetler
Church Growth: Lenora Heath
Stewardship: Johnna Hall
Media Ministry: David Walker
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