The Chalice
A publication of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
201 East Second Street , Edmond Oklahoma 73034
Vol. 1 No. 5 July 30, 2009
Busy Summer of Youth Ministry
By Robbi Kinnaird, Youth Ministry Moderator
This has been an exciting summer for
the youth ministry program at First
Christian Church. Through two
mission trips, 60 youth and adult
sponsors travelled to Lake Charles,
Louisiana to assist Week of Compas-
sion in their efforts to rebuild areas
devastated by recent hurricanes.
While some stripped floors and painted
walls, others learned to drywall, lay
tile, install windows and doors, and
more! And they all shared together in
worship and service to those in need.
We participated in the annual Edmond
4th of July Parade and took home 5th
place in our division; and a group of 27
youth, college students and sponsors
floated the Illinois River.
Among all of these activities, we
continue to meet on Sunday mornings
and Wednesday evenings for Bible study
and fellowship.
As we move into the end of summer
and start planning for Dive-In, Back-to-
School and Fall projects, there are a few
changes in the program. We’ll be saying
farewell to one of our college interns,
Israel Ragle. Israel has accepted the
position of Youth Minister at First Chris-
tian Church in Kingfisher and will be
leaving us at the end of July. While we
will miss her energy, creativity and
leadership, we wish her the very best in
this new position and as she continues to
grow in her ministry.
We Welcome Mark
Taylor as Full-Time Staff!
Our other youth intern, Mark Taylor, will
remain part
of the Youth
ministry, but
in a new
capacity.
We are
pleased to
announce
that begin-
ning August
16 Mark will
be with us as
a full time
staff member.
Mark will assume a new hybrid
position at the church that will be a
combination of youth ministry and
media/technology ministry.
In addition to his roles in youth
ministry, Mark will work with our
Communications Ministry to expand our
online media presence, including
podcasting, video production, and social
media tools, and he will provide IT
support for video projection, networking,
and computers.
Like I said – exciting summer! And,
even more to look forward to this Fall.
First Christian is truly blessed with
smart, caring and dedicated youth. It is
the goal of the Youth Ministry Program to
encourage and guide these young people
into a personal relationship with Christ
and each other through study, worship
and fellowship. We look forward to a
fruitful 2009-2010 year!
 Hearing God Through Where do we get
the word, “Laity”?
Others - Laity Sunday 2009 Word Origin (etymology):
Minister’s Message lay (adjective): Middle English 15th
by Rev. Chris Shorow, Senior Minister century, from Old French lai, from
Late Latin laicus, from Greek
Laity Sunday has been a tradition at our church, and many laikos (of the people), from laos
other churches, for years. It is a chance to witness and (the people).
celebrate the talent and dedication we have in the local 1. lay people rather than clergy:
congregation. Our church celebrates the ministry of all of the followers of a religion who are
our members in many ways. Of course, we recognize not clergy.
ordained ministry—that of the elders and ordained ministers—but all of us are called by 2. laity (LAY-uh-tee) (noun): the
God. people who are not members of a
Laity Sunday is also a chance to hear other voices in our congregation. This year particular profession, especially
we are fortunate to have two wonderful speakers who have agreed to share sermons those who are not part of the
with us. Bill Medley is an attorney in private practice. Bill has been a member for almost clergy, such as “gifts of the laity….”
seven years. In his practice he is familiar with speaking to juries, but speaking to
congregation members will be a new challenge. Steve Allison is in sales (yes, toilet
paper is his thing!) and he also has extensive speaking experience in his line of work.
Both recognize the unique opportunity to share the gospel in a worship setting.
I volunteered to meet with both Steve and Bill to discuss the sermons and to
provide some help where they might need it, especially in interpretation of scripture or
to answer any questions about the text that they might have. What I discovered was
a pleasant surprise. Neither one needed much help. They had great ideas that pro-
vided some real insight into faith and what the scripture says.
I know Bill and Steve both have special messages to deliver. But my guess is they
are not alone. We all have good news to share. We don’t have to do it from the pulpit
on Sunday in front of the whole congregation. Many times our best sermons are
“preached” by our actions. I know those have been the “sermons” that have touched
me the most in my life.
As we celebrate Laity Sunday, let us remember that we are all preachers. Some-
times we just do it in different ways.
Volunteer for
BLOCK PARTY ‘09!
Come Join the Choir Saturday, August 8, from 10:00
a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on the grounds of
If you have ever thought about singing with the chancel our co-sponsors, Holy Temple
choir, now is the perfect time to start. Please join me for a Baptist, Quayle United Methodist,
choir retreat to see an overview of the music that we will and NE Church of Christ. Come
be sharing in the fall. The retreat will be held on Sunday
have fun and help put a smile on a
afternoon, August 16th. Lunch will be served from 12:15-
child’s face! Sign up on Sunday. We
1:00 in the Fellowship Hall, then we will move to the
Sanctuary to sing from 1:00-4:00. Childcare will be provided need volunteers to hand out food &
upon request. backpacks of school supplies, and to
Can’t make it to the retreat? No problem! Choir rehears- run the carnival games.
als will resume on Wednesday, August 19th, from 7:30-8:45 Don’t forget to drop off donations for
in the Sanctuary. Childcare is always available on Wednesday evenings. our school supply drive by August 4.
Questions? Please contact me at dball@fccedmond.org or 341-3544 ex.25 Questions? Contact Lori Fuller at
Blessings ~ Diane Ball, Minister of Music 751-5658 or fullerb@sbcglobal.net
 Prayers of the People Summer
OUR PRAYERS FOR THOSE IN THE HOPITAL
Gladys Dronberger in Mercy; Barbara Hall in OK Heart Sunday School
Hospital; Richard Cutter in Mercy
OTHERS IN NEED OF PRAYER Pat Farley, Bart Rodr,
forAdults
for Adults
Marilyn Noles, Daniel Marks, Ed Penland, Cora Deal,
Dana Shadid, Phil Rehrig (Glo Rehrig’s son), Dave Sunday Mornings
Watts, Gayle Smith, Nita Williams (Jeff Williams’ mom), Lawrence Bunton (Greg’s 10am in the Chapel
dad), Ed & Judy Berry, Hank Thomas (Randy Thomas’ brother), Teresa Finley,
Aug 2 Women of the Bible
Dorothy Taylor, Cynthia David (George & Winnie Hall’s daughter), Hurshell Wright
(Patrick Wright’s dad), Margaret Basso (Anne Stone’s sister), Patrick Douthitt (Duke Aug 9 “God’s Law, Man’s Law
Douthitt’s brother), Eric & Penny Koegel, Alyssa Baker and Medicine”

OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS to the family of Steve & Anitia Wilson in the Aug 16 General Assembly Report
death of Anita’s father, Tom Ferrone, who passed away on July 26 in VA.

CELEBRATING THE GIFT OF A NEW LIFE Caroline Tate Medley, born July 22 to Bill
and Shannon Medley. Proud grandparentst are Jim & Dian Sill.
Happy Birthday!
8/2 Diane King, Virginia O’Niel,
Bill Allison, Shari Brecht
Randy and Carla Clark Invite You to Celebrate 8/3 Don DeSpain, Kelsey Gable
their Fiftieth Wedding Anniversary 8/4 Wes Combs, Debby Gresh,
as they renew their wedding vows Gabrielle Schwabe
Sunday, the ninth of August at four o’clock in the afternoon 8/5 Jared Allison, Terri Dunn,
First Christian Church ~ Reception Following ~ No Gifts Please Greg Hall, Judy Metcalf, Erin Robertson
8/6 David Spence, Steve Wilson
8/7 Mary Dennison, Zoey Lee
8/8 Bill Denyer, Brian Howell, Frieda
Sulley & Sisson Attend Percival, Dorma Shaw, Steve Ward

IMMERSE Conference 8/9 Lori Cummings, Steve Emmons

Two of our contemporary worship musicians,

Glenn Sulley and David Sisson, are attending Youth Ministry
the Gospel Music Association’s premiere confer-  Sunday, August 2
ence and training experience “IMMERSE” in 10:00am Youth Café & Classes – FLC
Nashville, July 29-August 2. Christian artists, 4:30-6:30pm Tye-Dye Day
songwriters and worship leaders gather for
 Wednesday, August 5
unparalleled training, professional and personal 6-7:30pm Summer Bible Study – FLC
feedback, one-of-a-kind concerts and a sense of community to uniquely equip creative
Christians to impact culture through music both in and out of the church. Sulley and  Friday, August 7
1-4pm Summer Swim Party @
Sisson will also compete in the talent competition among many of the best artists across
Caldwell’s, 2604 Woodruff Rd
the nation. Glenn said, "We are excited about this event and are looking forward to
training with some of the most influential professionals and leading artists in the Christian  Sunday, August 9
music industry." Please join us in lifting Glenn and David in prayer this weekend. 10:00am Youth Café & Classes – FLC
4-7:00pm Movie Night at the church
 Wednesday, August 12
FCC Seeks Caring Nursery Staff 6-7:30pm Summer Bible Study – FLC
Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings  Friday, August 14
Must be 18 or older and CPR certified. 10:00am-4pm Arcadia Lake Party
Contact Jamie Wedlake: jamie.wedlake@gmail.com

Worship
at First Christian
August 2
Laity Sunday
8:15 & 11AM Message: Bill Medley
Scripture: Luke 7:36-50
9AM Message: Steve Allison
Scripture: John 3:16
August 9
Message: Rev. Dr. Jerry Black
Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-5:2
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Fall Women’s Bible Study
“CONNECTIONS” Begins Mid-August
Ladies, if you’ve ever felt inadequate, threatened or pushed into situations that
seemed overpowering, join us for CONNECTIONS women’s Bible Study this fall.
Our book is Esther: It’s Tough Being A Woman by Beth Moore. You have two
opportunities, either Monday evenings or Thursday mornings.
Books are $20, and will be available at the introductory session or may be
picked up in the CONNECTION’S Bible Study mailbox in the church office work-
room. Make checks payable to FCC with a notation of Connections Bible Study.
Scholarships and childcare are available upon
request.
Monday evening classes, 7-9pm
Jenny Wiechmann, Facilitator
Aug. 10 (introduction)
Aug. 24; Sept. 7, 21; Oct. 5, 19;
Nov. 2, 16, 30; Dec. 7
Thursday morning classes, 9:30-11:30am
Tana Stufflebean, Facilitator
Aug. 13 (introduction)
Aug. 27; Sept. 10, 24; Oct. 1, 15, 29;
Nov. 12, 19; Dec. 3
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