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ISSUE 16

JULY 21, 2015

trusted the tree, the rope,

and the facilitator. God wont
keep me from all hardships,
but God will be with me to
comfort me and guide me

Dear Church,
You may have heard me
talk about climbing the tree
at Loch Leven during worship

through those hardships. No

matter what, God is there for
me.
This is one of

recently. I always say

the many les-

that I get as much out

sons I learned

of counseling camp as I

during my week

am able to give, and

at Loch Leven.

climbing the tree was

no exception.
In

harness,

raised myself sixty feet

above the ground into a
150 year-old canyon live oak.
There, I grabbed the large
branch in front of me, almost
hugging it, so that for a moment I could rest still and not
sway from the ropes. It was
then that I realized that even
holding on the branch, I was
still swaying, for the tree itself

have some differences here, and that those dif-

busy July. It was

ferences are welcome. We will also find that

Assembly.

God

speaks to me at those events,

too. I look forward to returning home to Long Beach and
all that Ive experienced.
Blessings,

Once I was back on the

ground, I realized that I could

and some of the songs we used to proclaim what

we Believe.
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and Scholarship information and forms!

FANS IN THE STANDS!

This time music just like a is taking a
break and encouraging everyone to attend
the 2015 International Special Olympics!

the tree to hold me. I realized

climb safely; I could trust him.

some scriptures, some of our Disciples Heritage,

Pastor Danny

breeze was light; I could trust

trained in helping people to

there are many things we share. We will explore

sharing with you more about

the tree was strong and the

by a facilitator who was well

Believe, gives us an opportunity

ning of a very

moment. Then I realized that

was guided and supervised

Our theme,

another. You may be surprised to learn that we

This startled me for a

could trust the rope. And I

Loch Leven Christian Retreat Center

Registration Deadline: Sept 1, 2015

just the begin-

in the breeze.

tested to 5,000 pounds; I

Join us for a get-away weekend

with our Disciples of Christ sisters and their
guests!
High school aged and older are invited to join us
at

to ponder, identify and share our beliefs with one

was swaying back and forth

that the rope was strong,

Believe- October 2-4, 2015

That week was

followed by VBS, and now

General

Womens Spiritual Growth Retreat

2015

The Kim Foot and Ankle

Shoe Drive is underway!
Bring your new or gently
used shoes and place
them in the donation box
in the Fellowship Hall.
Help us fill the box to
overflowing, so that everyone has a decent pair of
shoes to wear. Thanks!

Opening ceremonies are this Saturday July

25th and include Stevie Wonder! All other
events are free and they are anxious to have
FANS IN THE STANDS! You do need to pay
for parking.
So check out LA2015.org and click on
FANS IN THE STANDS and go and
CHEER ON A SPECIAL OLYMPIAN!

Helen Tedesco

Hattie Johnson

Sarah Stolze

Grace Kobel

Phil OLaughlin

Porter Family, Ruthie Atkin (friends of B. Smith)

Sumbal Sardar

Nargis & family in Pakistan (family of Sumbal Sardar)

Keri Clark (daughter of M. Lanz)

Keri France (family of A. Hillig)Venus (friend of A. Hillig)

August Birthdays
Ratana Pheng Aug 9
TJ Hillig Aug 14
John Solan Aug 18
Marcia Solan Aug 18
Irene Swift Aug 18
Grace Kobel Aug 24
Chrysan Naw Aug 28
Eleanor Smith Aug 29
Sarah Stolze Aug 29

August Anniversaries
John & Marcia Solan
Aug 16 - 56 years
Hazel & Joseph Torres
Aug 18 -59 yrs
Daniel & Ginger Bradfield
Aug 21 - 22 yrs

July 26 2 Samuel 11:1-15

From your church family,

Birthday & Anniversary blessings

We will be ordering scrip

on Sunday, July 26. If you
shop at any of these vendors, this would be a good
time to order. The extra
bonus rebate back to BKCC
can really add up. Thank
you for your support!

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL EXPERIENCE 2015

A Powerful Week Indeed!

This years VBS, Everest Conquering Challenges with Gods Mighty Power,
was an amazing five day-five mile high expedition! Challenging? Heck yes,
but Gods power to provide, comfort, heal, forgive, and love us forever,
blessed and strengthened us as we scaled nearer to the mountain top,
safely reaching the summit on the fifth day! We celebrated and shared
our week-long experiences at VBS Sunday on June 19th, right at the base
of Mt. Everest where we camped (aka Fellowship Hall ;)
Our climbing crews peaked: 17 young hikers, 13 youth helpers, and 10
adults! There were mountain top rescues, and we even met and learned
about a variety of animals Bible Buddies, who actually live in this minus 40 degree environment, brrr! A MOUNTAIN Of THANKS To Our Crew: #1: Thank You, God!
Stage Set-up & Decorations: Thunder, Yani (Ione), Chrysan, Amy, Sandy, and I
CD Copies of Everest music: Barb Peebles Office Support: Monica Lanz
Everest Base Camp Sing & Play Station: All climbers and crew met with me here each morning
to learn songs and prepare for the day ahead.
Imagination Station: Gretchen Rugh made instant snow, a rope of bubbles, leapin blizzards,
and more! (she also prepared all computer slides for VBS, Worship, & slide show!)
Bible Expedition Adventures: Pastor Danny brought stories of Elijah, Naaman, and Jesus to
life, with Ethan Bradfields assistance (he helped with many activities!)
Mountain Top Treats Caf: Special snacks & treats prepared daily by Sandy Jeglum (my partner in CE for 20+ years), Chrysan Naw, Amy Thein, Sumbal Sardar, Pat Cohen (who also took
charge of registration & offering), and Sarah Stolze (Cafeteria Lady at 5th Day Summit Celebration)
KidVid Cinema Station: Lacey Torres & TJ Hillig presented real-life kid videos, Bible Buddies,
and shared God Sightings!
Climbing Crew Leaders & Helpers: Dena Johnson, Marlenne Martinez, Kassidy Schwaben, Madison Kobel, Michael Martinez, Samantha Kobel, Caitlyn Ruiz, Salina Ortiz, Sierra Adams, Jonathan Valencia, Casey Jarros, & Bryce Zubyk!
I truly appreciate and love my church family, and I thank you for supporting Christian Education and our Youth!
Blessings to all,
Scheri Dubon

VBS Photographers
TJ Hillig - Pastor Danny

Help cook food for Christian

Outreach in Action (COA).
Every 2nd Thursday at 8:00 a.m.
in our church kitchen.

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Our prayer circle meets every

2nd and 4th Tuesday at 10:00
a.m. in room 115. Join this
dedicated group in praying
for our church, community, &
world.

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Long Beach (a Disciples of Christ
Church)
1240 E. Carson Street
Long Beach, CA 90807
www.bixbyknollschurch.org
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Pastor:
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Litter pickup: We meet at the

front gate every 4th Sunday at
11:45, to pick up litter in Somerset Park and along our
neighborhood sidewalks &
gutters.

Our Wednesday Night Dinners

are taking a break for the summer; they will return in the fall.

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August 2, 2015

Bixby Knolls Vision Statement

To know what the Lord requires of us;
to do justice, and love kindness,
and walk humbly with our God. (Micah 6:8)
BIXBY KNOLLS
CHRISTIAN CHURCH

(Disciples of Christ)

SUNDAY SCHEDULE:
9:00 a.m. Sunday School for Adults
10:15 a.m. Morning Worship and Childrens Church
OFFICE HOURS:
Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Friday closed

CHURCH STAFF:

BOARD OFFICERS:
Leo Dittemore
Pastor Daniel Bradfield
-Board President
-Minister
Scheri Dubon
Monica Lanz
-Vice President
-Church Secretary
Pat Cohen
Barbara Neal-Peebles
-Secretary
-Music Director/Organist Angela Hillig
Suzie Romero
- Treasurer
- Custodian
Chrysan Naw
- Financial Secretary
-Church Clerk