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The Chalice
A publication of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)201 East Second Street , Edmond Oklahoma 73034
 Vol. 1 No. 15 October 8, 2009
Having Fun With Our Family
by Rev. Chris Shorow, Senior Minister
What a celebrationwe had on Sundaynight at the Follies!Many thanks toDiane and ourMusic Ministry formaking this annual event such awonderful time. First of all, we had agreat meal. The chili was outstanding—and very creative. Thanks to all whoparticipated because even those whodid not win supplied some great food.We have excellent chefs in this church.We also have some great up-and-coming chefs—as Josh Bibydemonstrated in winning the People’sChoice award for his “Root Beer” chili.The thing that really strikes meabout the Follies was the diversity. Wehad old and young, excited and mellow,funny and touching all together. Whereelse in our culture do you see an oldergeneration interacting with a youngergeneration, providing wisdom andsupport, nurture and love? Likewise,where would you find kids entertainingpeople from their grandparents’ generation? From Katie Hurst and herenergetic singing to Emily Gresh andZoey Lee with their dance and hulahoop routines, we had it all. With lots of love present, also.That’s what Ilove about theChurch, andspecifically, ourchurch. We arefamily. We love andsupport one anotherthrough the difficulttimes—and in thefun events. In JesusChrist we are one.
Pictures from
FCC FOLLIES 2009
are now online!
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Many thanks go out to all who have made our “Making ADifference” 2010 Annual Campaign such a success thus far!
Bob Steele, campaign moderator, David Watts, campaign advisor, and Erin Robertson, promotionscoordinator have been behind the scenes making sure everything runs smoothly.Our Consecration Sunday was a wonderful celebration, and despite having horrible weather andmany people out sick, we have made big steps toward reaching our goal. So far we have 191 pledgestotaling almost $723,000 for our 2010 General Budget. Our Capital pledges are 134 for a total of almost $250,000. Although weare far from finished, with last year’s 270 total pledges, we are slightly ahead of last year’s numbers. If you have not alreadyturned in your pledge, please do so as soon as possible so that we can bring our celebration home. And thank you! You aremaking a difference in our world—and in your faithful response to God’s overwhelming love in Jesus Christ.Finally, we extend our heartfelt thanks to all of the individuals who helped make our Gratitude Celebration 2009 such aremarkable commemoration of all the ways we are making a diference!
GRATITUDE DINNER& DÉCOR TEAM:
Lori Fuller & Trish Thomas - chairs,Shelley Regan - staff 
Pre-Party & Décor:
Staci Nash
Catering:
Jackie Stafford
Check-In:
Suzann Allison
 Assembly of Calendar, Décor & Fan Programs:
Sally Foster
Cupcakes:
 Anna Lisa Stanley & Kim Kerr
Meatloaf:
Trish Thomas
Set-Up Coordinator:
Christi Eischeid
Graphic Design (campaign logo,banner, & calendar):
Megan Sanford
Calendar & Banner Printing:
OrderGraphic, Greg Cunningham
Banner Frame Construction:
Jack Smith
Photography:
Frank Gresh, MelissaHendricks, Susan Huffer, James Kerr
Difficult Decoration Cutting: 
Iris MunoJordan
Tables & Chairs:
Jeff Williams & KarlaMahan
Calendarassembly:
Jenny Wiechmann,Bev Schmoyer,Jan Harrison,Dave Watts
Kitchen Crew:
Jenny Shipley, BevSchmoyer, LindaSpeegle, RandyThomas
Portico Décor:
Bennett Fuller & John Regan
Small Group Coordinator:
Cole Stanley
Cupcake Children’sMoment:
James Kerr & Cole Stanley
Event Runners:
Cole Stanley & JulieBunton
Décor & Program Assembly, CalendarDistribution:
Pioneers class
Cupcake Toppers, Décor & Program Assembly:
C.O.U.G.A.R.S. class
Set-up:
Compadres class
Greeting/Check-In:
Challengers class
Drinks:
Choir
Deviled eggs;
Homebuilders class
Clean Up:
Cornerstone classOur thanks to
Charleston’sRestaurant
for thedelicious side-dishes!Thanks to
FCC OKC
forloaning us their chaffingdishes!
 You can now view photographs fromGratitude Celebration 2009 online!
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Thanks to the
 Youth of FCC
forcarrying trays for families from theserving lines!
KIDS TEAM
:
Greg Bunton, Mark & Kaci Taylor,Carol SchwabeThank you to the
 Youth of FCC
for serving as children’s activitiessponsors!
PROGRAM TEAM:
Mark Nash & Hub Caldwell - chairs,Jerry Black - staff Mark Nash, Paul & Amanda Stuke,Judy Bennett
Sound Crew:
Frank Gresh - staff,Bruce Jackson, LarryBall, Debby Gresh
Music:
Glenn Sulley,Diane Ball, DavidSisson
 Video Team:
GaryOwen – chair, ChrisShorow – staff Teddi Owen, BennyChristensen & DaveWatts
 
Our Gratitude To Sherry Parks
Who of us did not notice those beautiful table arrangements for World Communion andConsecration Sunday? They were so seasonaland so attractive, reflecting both the colors of Fall and our spirit of thanksgiving. We owe oursincerest gratitude for those tables and theirpresentation to Sherry Parks and the Worshipcommittee. Sherry just has this wondrous giftfor seeing the colors, the season, and thetheme for these kinds of worship events. So,Sherry, from all of us: Thank You! Yours is abeautiful gift.
Prayers of the People
OUR PRAYERS FOR THOSE IN THE HOSPITAL
Ron Davis in Baptist
OTHERS IN NEED OF PRAYER 
Judy Metcalf, ZoyaSchmoyer, Brian Crandall (Max & Ann Crandall’s son),Ruthanne Love (Carol Schwabe’s mom), Jim Roberts (Jeri Dillon’s dad), Charlie Brown,Chuck Dean (Karla Mahan’s dad), Jim Ward, Jessica Cape (Sarah Douthitt’s niece),Jack Hall (Greg Hall’s dad), Doris Dowell, Neal Hunt, Ed Berry, Bart Rodr, Betty Winn,Ed Penland, Phil Rehrig (Glo Rehrig’s son), Nita Williams (Jeff Williams’ mom), Hank Thomas (Randy Thomas’ brother), Margaret Basso (Anne Stone’s sister), Patrick Douthitt (Duke Douthitt’s brother), Eric & Penny Koegel
OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS 
to the family of 
 
Jeff Williams in the death of Jeff’saunt, Eula “Bootsie” House, who passed away October 1. Services were held OKC,OK on October 5.
Happy Birthday!
10/11
Steve Hanson, Beth AnneKinnaird, Mike Pacheco
10/12
Mitchem Ernst, NaomaPeters, Karen Walenciak 
10/13
Samantha Hope
10/14
Wayne Davis, Judy Griffis, Averi Haley, James Justice, AnnMaxwell, Mark Parkhurst, GlenSmith, Brad Taylor
10/15
Clella Adams, TonyaFondren, Beth Hall, Kegan Reneau
10/16
Gene Burleson, Dylan Goza,Sarah Juhl, George Winters
10/17
Martha Fields, ShelleyRyland, Kelsy Sarani, Paul Walters
10/18
Matt Heitzke, MarcyWilliams
Offertory Envelopes
From the Finance Committee
 As our Church moves forward,items we have become accustomedto may be discontinued or changed.The Finance Committee believes ourpresent Offertory Envelopes fall intothe category of being ready to bediscontinued. We plan to discontinuethese envelopes starting with the2010 Calendar Year. If you havestrong feelings about discontinuingthe Offertory Envelopes, pleasecontact us at the Church with anote: Attention: Finance Committeeor contact Randy Clark at 348-0893.
Come and join the Choir for the
Christmas Cantata
The Chancel Choir has just begun our rehearsals for “Season of Wonders” ChristmasCantata and we invite YOU to join us for this experience. We will rehearse from 7:30 – 8:15 pm in the sanctuary. Come and join us for this short time commitment.
Questions? 
Contact Diane Ball at dball@fccedmond.org
Making A Difference
One Shoebox and Child At A Time!
On Wednesday October 28 FCC will host a packing party for Operation ChristmasChild. Everyone is invited! We begin at 9:30am for set up and begin packing boxes around 10am. You may come and go asyou need. We have packed 110 boxes so far this year, but we still need your help! Please bring small items like soap, tooth-brushes, balls, dolls, matchbox cars, etc. to share. The shoeboxes go to children in orphanages, churches or hospitalsaround the world. A booklet in the child’s own language titled “The Greatest Gift” accompanies each box. As a relay center,FCC accepts filled shoeboxes from other churches and families. We are going to need help throughout the week of November16-22 to pack boxes in cartons. The cartons will then need to be transported to Bloom Electric on Reno at Morgan Road onSaturday, Sunday and Monday Nov. 21-23. If you can help during that time, or would like more information, please contact
Michele Schlough
at 844-3214.
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