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A publication of First Christian Church of Edmond, OK Vol. 4 No. 46 November 20, 2012
The Chalice
This shared meal is for anyone, but provides a special sense of community for singles, college students, those far from family members, and others.
Have you been thinking about becoming a member of First Christian? We invite you to join members of our staff & the church for an informal gathering. Join us for coffee, juice & donuts and learn about First Christian Church... its history, its mission and its ministries! Contact Iris Muno Jordan at 341-3544 to sign up or for more information.
The Advent season is a time to ready ourselves for the true gifts that Christ brings to us: hope, peace, love and joy. We invite you to join us this Advent as we journey Back to Bethlehem and recover the simple gifts of the season. Take part in any of the following special programs and worship experiences. Invite a friend to journey with us as we experience hope, peace, love and joy!
Advent Schedule
the spirit lead you back to Bethlehem to experience the miracle of the childs birth, the joy of the shepherds, the mystery of the star and the ones who followed it. After the cantata, please joinus for a reception with our friends from Peace Lutheran Church. (Nursery provided)
Snowball 2012 - Christmas in Candyland Friday, December 7 - 6 to 10 pm All FCC students, 6th through 12th grade, are invited to the 17th annual Snowball Celebration event! Tickets are $15.00 and you need to register by December 2 at fccedmond.org/snowball
Once Upon a Christmas Light Sunday, December 9 - 6:30 pm Join the All-Star cast of First Christian as the children present the musical Once Upon a Christmas Light. It is the very first Christmas Eve ever when Super Nova and Grandioso, the heads of Galaxy Productions, appear and make an announcement. They have heard on the Greatest Authority that this is the night our Holy Savior will be born. They launch a star search to determine which star is worthy of lighting the sky above the manger. After dramatic twists and turns, we all learn we can be the brightest and the best through Gods love & light. Enjoy this Christmas gift from the children of First Christian, and stay for cookies & milk! (Nursery provided)
Monday, December 24 - 7 and 11 pm Join us as we anticipate the day of our Saviors birth! The 7pm Christmas Eve service will feature beautiful music, scripture readings, and the lighting of the Christ Candle. The 11pm service will feature a serene, simplified candlelight service with carols, the Chancel Choir, and scripture. The service ends in candlelight with bells tolling the midnight hour, marking the arrival of Christmas Day. (No nursery on Christmas Eve)
Christmas Cantata
Sunday, December 16 - 6:30 pm The cantata, Lead Me Back to Bethlehem by Pepper Choplin, will be performed by our own FCC Chancel Choir along with Peace Lutheran Church. Through this cantata may
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11/25 Linda Breslin, Blake Greenhaw, Eric Jennings, Darla Smith 11/26 Mitch Holliman, Charlanne Johnson, Alice Musser, Ann Wilson 11/27 Travis Christensen, Sharon Cutter, Opal McGough, Garrett OMeara, Derek Price, Jo Ann Prince, Thomas Spurrier 11/28 Gerry Baker, Shirley Cox, Diana Frank, Barbara Hall, Ibiera Tienabeso 11/29 Bill Cather 12/1 Robert Hall, Louis Brigham, George Wilkinson 12/2 Pat Coker, Sharon Mullins, Niles Jackson, Kaitlyn Wood, Sharie Wilkin, Martha Puryear
Dear Church Family: We want to thank everyone for your prayers, cards, visits, meals and friendships during the last six weeks. You are all very special to us and we appreciate all that youve done more than you could ever know. We love each of you and you are and have been such a blessing to us. - Thank you so much, Tim and Donna Clark
Each year we decorate our worship spaces for Advent with beautiful poinsettias. For just $15, you can purchase a poinsettia in honor or in memory of a loved one. There are three ways to place your order: 1) Order forms in worship bulletins through Sunday, December 9 2) Order online at www.fccedmond.org/poinsettia 3) Call Iris Jordan at 341-3544 Orders must be received by Sunday, December 9. If you purchase poinsettias to take home, you may pick them up on Sunday, December 16. All proceeds benefit the youth mission fund.
Worship
8:15, 9 & 11am
at First Christian
November 25, 2012
Message: Rev. Chris Shorow Bruce Jackson Scripture: Luke 14:12-14 Theme: Welcoming the Stranger
December 2, 2012
First Sunday of Advent
Message: Rev. Dr. Jerry Black Rev. Greg Bunton Scripture: Luke 1:67-79 Theme: Hope
One of the most common traditions of the Christmas season is the giving and receiving of gifts. Each year, millions of dollars are spent fulfilling the wishes of young and old alike. From toys to clothes, to the latest electronic gadgets; we spend in hopes of giving the perfect gift to that someone we love. And for many, finding the right gift means crowded shopping malls and long checkout lines, and the busyness of the Christmas season often leads to increased financial anxiety and personal stress. Isnt it ironic how unpeaceful the season of peace can be? This year, the Outreach Ministry Team of First Christian Church of Edmond invites you to simplify your Christmas giving by going Back to Bethlehem and sharing the true gifts of Christmas hope, joy, peace, and love. With an Alternative Christmas gift, you honor you loved ones and make a difference in the lives of people around the world at the same time. Alternative gifts dont get returned because the recipient already has one. Theyre perfect for the person who has everything and are sure to bring smiles to the gift recipient and to the faces of those who receive the benefit of your generosity. And there are no crowded malls or long checkout lines! Its stress free, the way Christmas should be! So take a break from Black Friday and use your Thanksgiving holiday as a time with family and friends. Following the example of the wise men, we will offer three simple gifts - sheep, goats, and blankets. These gifts remind us of Jesus humble birth in a stable; surrounded by animals and wrapped in bands of cloth. And these gifts bring hope to the world! Sheep and goats will be sent through World Vision, while blankets will be sent to people in need through Church World Service. (Gifts available for purchase starting Dec. 2 - look for more details in next weeks newsletter!)
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