The Chalice

CONNECTION
A publication of First Christian Church of Edmond, OK

Vol. 2 No. 51 December 30, 2010

Top Ten Blessings of 2010

By Rev. Chris Shorow, Senior Minister
It’s the end
of the year
and the lists
detailing
the best
and worst
of 2010
are starting
to come
out. I enjoy
reading top ten lists and hearing what
different people’s perspectives are on
different topics. For instance, Time’s
Person of the Year was Mark Zuckerberg,
the founder of Facebook. I’m pretty sure
that wouldn’t have been my pick, but it
interesting to hear that Time’s pick was
a young man who invented a system for
us to communicate over our computers,
rather than face to face. Don’t get me
wrong, I enjoy Facebook as much as
anyone else, I simply think it is intriguing
to find out more information about
friends who offer more details over the
internet than anywhere else.
In an effort to keep up with the end
of the year, here are my top ten blessings
at FCC for 2010 (in no particular order):
10—An inspiring pastor’s class this
year. Our kids are always a blessing as
they go through the Baptism process.
9—a fantastic Youth Sunday this
year. Our kids (and leaders) are always
creative and energetic in all they do.
8—another year of Unite. It is a joy
to gather with so many of our families to
have a wonderful time of study and fun.
7—the anniversary celebration
of BOB. Everyone knows how great
Breakfast on Boulevard is, and it was a
blessing to celebrate 20 years of feeding.
6—Our annual campaign. This year’s
campaign was not only successful, it was
inspirational. Our combined service was
one of the worship highlights of the year.
5—Family Camp—although I was
not able to go this year, Family Camp is
one of those events that reminds us of
the joy of relaxation and retreat—with a
loving church family as well.
4—Follies—it’s a fun time for all, and
reminds me what a great music program
we have at this church—Easter and
Christmas music are also inspiring.
3—Strong leadership on our Board—
our church board accomplished much
this year. It is always amazing to me how
much our volunteer base does at this
church.
2—Staff—I am especially thankful
every day for a dedicated and hard-
working staff that blesses this church. I get
to see what dynamic and creative energy
they have and how they pass it on to our
church family.
1—A blessed congregation. I know
that all of our staff feels blessed to work
at this church—and many members feel
blessed to be a part of this church.
There are many more things to be
thankful for—this is simply my quick list.
Come and feel God’s blessings.

Welcome to Family Camp 2011

By Susan Huffer
Breath taking scenery, fresh air, hiking, breakfast and a horseback ride, fly fishing, golf, zip lines, and white water rafting—
sound like fun? How about a family fun night, an adult’s night out, nightly games, a crafts barn, YMCA sponsored activities,
napping, reading, and star gazing in the majestic Rockies? Then welcome to family
camp.
Families from First Christian have been going to Estes Park Colorado since the
summer of 1985. Attending that first Family Camp were the Maxwells, VanOsdols,
Eatons, Penlands, and Cathers, just to name a few. Since then, Family Camp has
evolved and grown while retaining its primary purpose: families from within the
Church family, having fun together.
The dates for next year’s Camp are June 26 through July 2, 2011. Additional
information will be available in the rotunda starting Sunday, January 9, 2011. Sign
up will begin January 17. Since the available spots fill up fast, start planning your
family tradition now. Questions? Contact Susan Huffer at 340-1619.
 New Year - New Mission Opportunities!
By Rev. Greg Bunton
You have two Springtime mission opportunities available to you! The first is an adult mission
opportunity offered by the Regional Church for all members to attend on a first-come, first-serve
basis. The second is a family/intergenerational mission opportunity offered by our own Outreach
Ministry team here at First Christian.
Adult Mission Trip
Where: NW Oklahoma
“Kids Against Hunger”
in Cherokee, OK
When: February 20-26, 2011
Sponsored by the Regional Church for Week of Compassion:
Join with adults throughout the region for a Week of
Compassion Mission trip. Volunteers will work at “Kids Against
Hunger”, a nonprofit food aid organization with the mission
of reducing the number of undernourished children in the US.
Projects include building, repairing, painting, etc.
Each person is asked to pay $100 for meals, lodging, etc. at
Family/Intergenerational
Mission Trip
Where: Inman Christian Center, San Antonio, TX
When: March 12-16, 2011
Sponsored by FCC Edmond Outreach Ministries Team
for Spring Break
The Inman center is one of the many ministries supported by the
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) through DHM (Disciples
Home Mission). The mission of the Inman Christian Center is to
create and offer social services and early childhood education
programs for children and families in need that will give support
and encouragement to participants in their efforts to meet their
needs, pursue and achieve their goals and offer their contribution
to the wider community.
This trip is for children and adults of all ages. Since this is a
family style trip, all children must be accompanied by an adult.
We will be staying at Central Christian Church while in San
Antonio.
Come Together!
College/Young Adult Holiday Gathering
Friday, January 7, 2011 @ 6:00 p.m.
Join us at the home of Greg and Julie Bunton for dinner and
fellowship. Pass the word and invite your friends! Please RSVP
to gbunton@fccedmond.org by Monday, January 3.
the mission. There is space for 25-30 people. This will be a first
come-first registered registration due to limited space. Travel to
and from will be by sharing rides in personal vehicles.
Particpants will stay at First Christian Church, Cherokee,
Oklahoma, so you’ll need to bring an air mattress or cot and
bedroll. Showers are available at the armory across the street
from FCC. More details on tools needed and work assignments
will be available two weeks prior to departure. Each mission
partner is asked to raise $200 for building supplies from friends,
family and church members to help with the construction.
For more information, contact Tom Russell at tomrussell1@
cox.et or 946-5909. Download a registration form at
fccedmond.org/adultmission
The basic itinerary for this trip is as follows:
Saturday - Drive to San Antonio (bus & personal vehicles)
Sunday - Attend church at Central Christian and spend the
afternoon at Sea World
Monday and Tuesday - Work at Inman Center. Our project
is the children’s butterfly and vegetable garden. We will be
landscaping, mulching, planting, and doing some minor
construction work. We will also interact with the children through
arts/crafts, story time, and various other activities.
Wednesday - Drive home
Cost for this trip is $50 per person, which includes transportation,
lodging, food, and a day adventure to Sea World. Food while
at Sea World, and at least one dinner “on the town” is NOT
included in the trip fee. Registration deadline is February 20, and
space is limited to 30 participants.
For more information, contact Greg Bunton at
gbunton@fccedmond.org or 341-3544
Check it out!
Our church calendar is now created through Google
Calendar. This means that not only can you view upcoming
events and details on our website, you can now print
calendars at home, merge the calendar with your own
iCal format calendar, or even subscribe to receive RSS
syndication of the calendar. We hope you like these new
features. As always, our calendar is available anytime at
www.fccedmond.org/calendar
 Prayers of the People Happy Birthday!
OUR PRAYERS FOR THOSE IN THE HOSPITAL 12/27 Genny Adamson, Ann Baccus
Jeff Stephens, OU Medical Center; Larry Griffin, Mercy Dylan Fieth, Wendy Hanson, Sally
Leonard, Betty Winn
THOSE IN NEED OF PRAYER Marie Foreman, Wayne Wilson 12/28 Bart Rodr, Brenda Spence, Clint Stone
(Tracy Turner’s dad), Kay Burks, Rose Marie McKee, Bart Rodr, Eric Koegel, Teddi Long- 12/29 Ha den Ayers, Melva Davis, Lisa
Owen, Ralph Eastwood (Jackie Stafford’s dad), Ann Douthitt (Duke Douthitt’s mom), Sharon Lunsford, Jake Privette, Bob Steele,
Luton (Susan Black’s cousin), Ed Berry, Hank Thomas (Randy Thomas’ brother) John T. Stone
12/30 Alan Shepard, Kody VanOsdol
OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS To the family of Eunice Wilson, who passed away on 12/31 Velia Deal, Jude Elliott, Roger Quinn,
December 24. Graveside services held Thursday, December 30 at Memorial Park Cemetery Carol Schwabe, Jordan Thomas
AND to Connie Dixon in the recent passing of her daughter, DeeDee Dixon Rund, on 1/1 Tatum Fondren, Michele Schlough,
December 24. Services held Thursday, December 30 at FCC Edmond AND to Chris & Connie Sharron Suarez
Westhof in the recent passing of their niece-in-law, Diana Neumayer, of Wichita, KS, on 1/2 Charmei Coleman, Madi Huffer,
December 19. Services held in KS on December 23. Lyndsay Prewitt
1/3 Gary Bartley, Kathi DeSpain, John
CONGRATULATIONS TO Leslie Gayle Smith who graduated Dec. 18 from the University of Mabry
Central Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education. Proud 1/5 Judy Joy, Shirley Michael, R.D. Neal,
parents are Jack & Gayle Smith, and brother David Smith. Jennifer Rodr
1/7 Tim Clark, Tom Cowling, Lori Fuller,
Heather Galyon, Carolyn Gilbreath,

Happy New Year! Laird Williams

The Church Offices are closed for the New Year Holiday on Monday,
January 3. The Chalice Connection takes a regularly scheduled break the
first week of January. Publication resumes Thursday, January 13.
Come to UNITE to Connect,
Grow, Serve and Care
together on
Wednesday evenings
beginning January 12!
1/8 Madelynn Bartley, Matthew Dowell,
Sarah Dowell, Angela Giddens, Grant
Linville, Teresa Malzahn, Bob Stafford
1/9 Mike Grant, Emily Hamilton,
Michael Sanford, Jake Theobald,
Connie Westhof, Becky Winn
1/10 Kelly Black, Bill Dobson, George
Hall, Jo Anne Hatley, Kate Kerr
1/11 George Hauser, Kathy Thomas
REGISTER and VOLUNTEER now
@ fccedmond.org/unite

Adult Education Options: Children 3yrs old through 5th grade

Become “Agents in Action” as you experience the Dates:
Jesus and the Gospels
thrill of accomplishing daily missions for God! Come January 12, 19, 26
with Rev. Chris Shorow 5:30-6:30 learn how to live as God’s disciples as you meet the
We have four different views of the life of Jesus February 2, 9, 16, 23
challenges and choices you face in today’s world. March 2, 9*, 23, 30
in our Bible, as the New Testament gives us four 5:00 Music
gospels. Each has a unique perspective and offers us April 6, 13, 27
5:30 Cherub Choir (preschool)
insight into the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. We 6:00 Check-In/Dinner
will look in-depth at these witnesses, their differences * (Dinner ONLY because of
6:30 Small Groups Ash Wednesday service)
and what it says about our faith and what we believe. 7:30 Check-Out
Questions? Contact Director of Children’s ** Students 6th-12th grade
Talking About God and Other Easy Faith Issues Ministries Anna Lisa Stanley at will also meet April 20
with Rev. Dr. Jerry Black astanley@fccedmond.org and May 4.
6:30 – 7:25 pm, January 12 – April 27, 2011
Biblical information, thought provoking questions, STUDENTS (6th-12th grades) Schedule:
and open discussion will help formulate your own 5:30 Girls Ensemble Prices:
theology. Come explore basic theological precepts 5:45 Dinner 3.50 per meal
such as the Bible, God, creation, mankind, sin, Jesus, 6:30 Worship 12.50 family 4+, weekly
the Holy Spirit, the Trinity, salvation, the Church, 7:15 Small Group Bible Study 49.00 semester, one person
and the future. For a light hearted, yet thought 8:00 Done! 175.00 semester, family of 4+
provoking course outline, email Jerry at jblack@ Questions? Contact Associate Minister of Student
fccedmond.org or see Iris Jordan in the pastoral Ministries Rev. Greg Bunton at
offices. gbunton@fccedmond.org

Worship
at First Christian
8:15, 9 & 11am
January 2, 2011
Message: Rev. Chris Shorow
January 9, 2011
Message: Rev. Chris Shorow
Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42
The Chalice CONNECTION
Shelley Regan, Editor
sregan@fccedmond.org
Read News Online
@ fccedmond.org/news
Submit Articles to
news@fccedmond.org
USPC 210-360
Edmond, OK
Postage Paid
Periodicals
will prepare for Baptism, while deeping their
Pastor’s Class Parent understanding of God and strengthening their
relationship with Christ.
Information Meeting In our congregation, we offer the the
January 30, 2011 - 4:00 p.m. course to 5th grade students and to any 6th
Fellowship Hall grade students who have not already taken
Pastor’s Class.
The deadline for signing up for Pastor’s
The Pastor’s Class is an annual course
Class is January 9th.
designed to aquaint young people with the
Please contact Anna Lisa Stanley to sign up
basic traditions of our church, the history of
for Pastor’s Class or for more information at
our denomination and origins of our faith.
341-3544 or astanley@fccedmond.org
Through participation in Pastor’s Class, they
Now Hiring:
Nursery Coordinator
10 to 12 hours per week (Primarily Sunday mornings and
Wednesday evenings.)
We value each child and offer a safe environment where they will
experience acceptance and God’s love. Caring Nursery workers help
make this commitment a reality. The Nursery Coordinator, while
primarily responsible for arranging Sunday morning nursery care for children of infant and
toddler ages, ultimately arranges care for children through 5th grade during any church func-
tions. For more information visit fccedmond.org/jobs
Edmond, OK 73083
changes to The Chalice CONNECTION, PO Box 3548,
Edmond, OK 73034-456 POSTMASTER: Send address
postage paid by First Christian Church, 201 E. Second,
of New Year’s Day and Christmas Day). Periodicals
(USPS 210-360) is published weekly (except weeks