July 22, 2014 ~ Volume 68 ~ Issue 29 Pastor’s Notes: Without Love, Your Peacemaking Gains Nothing The love Jesus commands us to show to one another has little to do with warm feelings; in fact, he commands us to show love even when it is the last thing in the world we feel like doing (Luke 6:27-28). The love that Jesus wants us to show for one another leaves no room for unresolved conflict. Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, nor is it self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. (1 Cor 13:4-7) Do you remember the verse that comes in 1 Corinthians right before the above quote? In 1 Corinthians 13:3, Paul reminds us that even the actions that seem the holiest become worthless if not performed with an attitude of love. If it is possible to “give all I possess to the poor and surrender my body to the flames” and yet “gain nothing”, as Paul indicates, then how much more is it possible for us to make peace and resolve conflict and yet have not love? Without love, peacemaking is, at best, a helpful interpersonal relationship technique and, at worst, a clever manipulation. We should never permit ourselves to rely so much on our training or techniques that we fail to examine our hearts each time we seek to reconcile others in the name of Jesus. On the other hand, when both our attitude and actions in peacemaking are filled with love, look at how Paul’s words encourage us: Peacemaking protects. Peacemaking trusts. Peacemaking hopes. Peacemaking always perseveres! This is only possible when the Holy Spirit works in us to enable us to truly love those from whom we are estranged, or to help others to love when they are estranged from one another. Taken from The Peacemaker: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Personal Conflict by Ken Sande, Updated Edition (Grand Rapids, Baker Books, 2003) “For everyone who asks, receives; and he who seeks, finds; and to him who knocks, it shall be opened.” “…how much shall your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him?” (Luke 11:10, 13b) Asking the Holy Spirit to give us the love we need produces great results in Peacemaking and in Peacekeeping! In much love, Pastor Darrel Volume 68 ~ Christian Visitor ~ Issue 4 January 27, 2015 Church Telephone: 785-448-3452 Fax: 785-448-2568 Website: www.fccgarnett.org OFFICE HOURS: Monday thru Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Office is closed on Friday
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July 22, 2014 ~ Volume 68 ~ Issue 29
Pastor’s Notes:
Without Love, Your Peacemaking Gains Nothing The love Jesus commands us to show to one another has little to do with warm feelings; in fact, he commands us to show love even when it is the last thing in the world we feel like doing (Luke 6:27-28). The love that Jesus wants us to show for one another leaves no room for unresolved conflict.
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, nor is it self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. (1 Cor 13:4-7)
Do you remember the verse that comes in 1 Corinthians right before the above quote? In 1 Corinthians 13:3, Paul reminds us that even the actions that seem the holiest become worthless if not performed with an attitude of love. If it is possible to “give all I possess to the poor and surrender my body to the flames” and yet “gain nothing”, as Paul indicates, then how much more is it possible for us to make peace and resolve conflict and yet have not love? Without love, peacemaking is, at best, a helpful interpersonal relationship technique and, at worst, a clever manipulation. We should never permit ourselves to rely so much on our training or techniques that we fail to examine our hearts each time we seek to reconcile others in the name of Jesus.
On the other hand, when both our attitude and actions in peacemaking are filled with love, look at how Paul’s words encourage us: Peacemaking protects. Peacemaking trusts. Peacemaking hopes. Peacemaking always perseveres! This is only possible when the Holy Spirit works in us to enable us to truly love those from whom we are estranged, or to help others to love when they are estranged from one another.
Taken from The Peacemaker: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Personal Conflict by Ken Sande, Updated Edition (Grand Rapids, Baker Books, 2003)
“For everyone who asks, receives; and he who seeks, finds; and to him who knocks, it shall be opened.” “…how much shall your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him?” (Luke 11:10, 13b)
Asking the Holy Spirit to give us the love we need produces great results in Peacemaking and in Peacekeeping!
In much love, Pastor Darrel
Volume 68 ~ Christian Visitor ~ Issue 4 January 27, 2015
Church Telephone: 785-448-3452 Fax: 785-448-2568 Website: www.fccgarnett.org OFFICE HOURS: Monday thru Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Office is closed on Friday
Sunday School Attendance 1 ~ Nursery: Age 0 thru 4 years 3 ~ Beginners: 4 year olds thru Kindergarten 5 ~ Primary: 1st thru 3rd Grade 7 ~ Juniors: 4th thru 6th Grade 6 ~ Jr High: 6th thru 8th Grade 9 ~ Sr High: 9th thru 12th Grade 8 ~Overcomers: Mainly the young adults 16 ~ Pastor’s Class: Not an age specific class 12 ~ Great Expectations: ages 50+ Mid of road 16 ~ SOS Class: ages 60+ 6 ~ Opportunity Class: Seniors primarily 75+
Total ~ 89
Children’s Church Attendance ~ 41 Legacy Youth Attendance ~ 29
Wednesday Jan. 21 ROOTS Attendance ~ 43
First Christian Church “Family Life Center” Growth Chart
Building Addition $1,500,000
Total of Pledges and Cash $794,613
Total Pledges to be received $226,026
Total Cash In Building Fund $568,587
JANUARY 2015 FCC GENERAL FUND Weekly Average Need ~ $4460
January Monthly Need ~ $17840 January 11, 2015 General Tithe~ $5055
My EOffering for December ~ $622 January Monthly Giving to Date ~ $9232
Jennifer Reynolds, Levi, Dusty & Kaite; Nick Trollope guest of Rachel Mundy; Mark & Sondra Grieshaber, Branden Hutchison guest of Tammy Clark, Abby & Eli Shelton of Independence, KS grandchildren of Butch & Sharon Rocker; Trent Stifter guest of Virgil, Bryar and Gabe Wight & Cathy Skedel and son
JANUARY 2015 FCC GENERAL FUND
Weekly Average Need ~ $4460 January Monthly Need ~ $17840
January 25, 2015 General Tithe ~ $4687 January Monthly Giving to Date ~ $17320
Christ loved us and gave himself up for us a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.
Ephesians 5:2
WELCOME GUESTS TO First Christian Church
Congratulations on the birth of Taryn Adara Cadwallader born
Monday, January 19, 2015. 7 lbs 14 oz and 22 in. long.
Welcoming her home were parents David & Sarah Cadwallader and big brother Colwyn of Chanute, KS. Proud Grandparents are Charles & Becky Allen, Great Grandmother Ruth Allen of Garnett, KS.
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL… Opportunity Class: The class had 5 present on Sunday and one special guest, Jason. They had 5 with bibles and 2 daily readers. Continued class prayer requests and concerns: Trei (great granddaughter of Alice Valentine); Dorothy Schuster, Loretta Lankard, Rosanna Blackie, Lorie Webster (niece of Ruth Allen); Phyllis Adams, Nancy (a friend of Betty Penn); Keith (nephew of Ruth Allen); Vi Davin, Helen Burcham, Gladys Zwiener, Olive Kline, Jim & Rosie Jordan, Bill & Lola Thornton, Lloyd Sumner and our nursing home residents. Opal Meyers opened the class with prayer and presented the lesson on Powerful Prayer. Opal then closed the class with prayer. SOS Class: The class had 16 present today. The class had 15 with Bibles and 11 daily readers. Prayer requests and concerns for: Marlys Hayden, Kay Gwin, Norma Hermreck, Seatta Van Donge, Rusty Coons, Phyllis Adams, Ron Jenkins and Bill Barndt and his wife Marie. Orville Cole opened the class with prayer and then presented the lesson from their study guide “Fruit of the Spirit” on “SELF CONTROL.” The class closed with The Lord’s Prayer. PRAYER FOR THE SICK: Father God, we pray for all those who are facing sickness in their bodies. We ask that you would restore their health, soothe their pain, and ease their worry. Give them your peace and comfort as they wait. In Jesus’ name, Amen!
PRAYERS FOR OUR CHURCH FAMILY: Phyllis Adams, Rusty Coons, Mike Crist, Twyla Duryea, Marlys Hayden, Clarence Hermann, Jim Jordan, Loretta Lankard, Jack & Jo Lowe, Joe Lytle, Wilma McIntosh & Whitney Peine PRAYERS FOR OUR EXTENDED FAMILY & FRIENDS: Beulah (requested by Gayla Corley); Bill Barndt (brother-in-law of Bob Meliza); Jim Breit (family friend of Darwin & Mary Hamilton); Lillian Fanning (sister of Ray and sister-in-law of Judy Tisor); Shannon Garber, C.B. Harris, Brenda Kempnich (requested by Darwin & Mary Hamilton); Adam Kichler (requested by Earl & Ruth Peine); Steve Richardson (son of Reed & Carol Richardson); Duane & Becky Roush (requested by Carol Hermreck & Carolyn Schuster); Marilyn Walsh (sister of Doug Linder) & Angie (Benton) Wright. PRAYERS FOR OUR MILITARY: Serving in Kuwait: SPC Jonathan Potter, grandson of Nelda Potter Serving in Japan: Shawn Parks, husband of Richele Serving overseas: Franklin Cockrell, son of Debbie Cockrell PRAYERS FOR OUR LOVED ONES IN CARE CENTERS: Guest Home Estates: Robert Young, Seatta Van Donge and Vernon & Goldie Hunt Long Term Care: Clara Grace Jones, Ruth Gorrell & Bill Young Golden Heights: Vi Davin, Lois Miller, Birdie Zentner, Jean Brown, Olive Kline & Max Ratliff Ottawa Retirement Village: Ralph Hamilton (father of Leroy)
Dear friends, We wish to thank each and every one for your
thoughts, your prayers and your cards. Your thoughtfulness is
much appreciated. Jack & Jo Lowe
February 1, 2015 Reminders Elder for Offertory: Kevin Lewis Elder for Communion: Steve Spring Deacon Usher: Scheduled Alternate Communion to the Shut Ins: Deacon: Dan Roberts Deacons Group A: Mike Burns, Dan Dulin, Craig Cole, Jason Sjorlund Audio / Visual: 8:00 a.m.: Ruth Peine ~ Cheryl Varvel 10:30 a.m.: Jay Velvick ~ Barb Velvick Pianist / Organist: 8:00 a.m.: Nancy Horn ~ Vicki Hulett 10:30 a.m.: Doris Wilson 10:30 a.m. Greeters: Tarry & Linda Miller Communion Prep for February: Linda Miller A CARD SHOWER IS PLANNED: Darlos Aldrich, formerly of Garnett, will celebrate her 90th birthday with a card shower on Saturday, January 31. Please send birthday greetings to Darlos Aldrich, PO Box 172, Derby, KS 67037.
FEBRUARY 2015 CALENDAR EVENTS Every Other Tuesday Night Meals! Cathy Hoke says WELCOME…“Bundle up…put on your coats, hats and mittens and “Come on down and get in line” and enjoy the tasty meals and enjoy the fellowship at the every other Tuesday Evening meals. February scheduled meals will be Tuesday, February 3 and Tuesday February 17 in the Fellowship Hall. They serve the meals from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm. They are YUM! YUMMY!
Pizza and Movie with the Great Expectations Class: Yes, we are planning another fun filled party! The date will be Friday, February 6 in the First Christian Church Fellowship Hall. We will gather at 6:00 pm for some mingle time followed by a pizza party at 6:30 pm and a movie. We are thinking about the movie “Heaven is for Real.” Please RSVP so we will know how much pizza to order!
Nursing Home Worship Services Sunday, February 8, 2015: FCC will be in charge of the afternoon worship services at our local care centers on Sunday, February 8, 2015. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet those whose home is now the care center. They so look forward to visits with us and to sharing in a time of songs and devotion. Please help us as a church to care for one another, to care for our community, and to grow in our spiritual journey. You can do all of these in the Nursing Homebound Ministry, and you are needed. The Worship Service Schedule for Care Centers is below. Guest Homes - 2:30 pm ~ Residential Living Center - 3:15 pm ~ Golden Heights - 4:00 pm
Date Change of Elders and Church Board Meeting: Note that the Elders and Church Board members that due to the Super Bowl Game the Elders and Board Meetings have been moved to Sunday, February 8 at the Annex. Whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, My servant also will be. My Father will honor the one who serves me. John 12:26 NIV
Fireproof Your Marriage: Never leave your partner behind… You still have time to sign up. The class will begin Sunday, February 15, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. in the Church Annex at 5:30 p.m. It will be led by Gene & Gail Watson. It is based upon the popular movie Fireproof and will run 6 - 8 weeks. This study is designed to help build strong, God-centered marriages that will help “Fireproof” your marriage. It is for all ages and baby-sitting will be provided. Please sign-up on the bulletin flap or call the church office so we will have enough material available.
Worship & Sing Praise: The “Monthly Hymn Selection” Committee will meet Thursday, February 19, at 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
Emergency Food Assistance Program Food Distribution will be held at the Anderson County Fair Grounds Community Building beginning at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 26th. This is a first come, first served basis and is in partnership with the First Baptist Church of Garnett.
WOMEN’S RETREAT “Even a child is known by his actions, by whether his conduct is pure and right.” ~ Proverbs 20:11 Woman’s World is an annual retreat sponsored by Manhattan Christian College and held in the KSU Student Union in Manhattan, KS. This year’s event, February 27 - 28, “Spotted as His,” will encourage all of us to consider what makes us different and whether or not people can tell we are Christians by just watching us. If you are interested more information is posted on a bulletin board in Fellowship Hall or contact Michal Herde @ 316 841-3070.
ROOTS Spotlight
ROOTS meet on Wednesday evenings. This is for our 4 years thru 6th graders. They start at 5:30 pm with a light meal followed by ROOTS Program and Worship Time in the Sanctuary at 6:00 pm.
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Roots Food Drive…Please help with the Roots Mission! We already have around 250 items to donate to ECKAN! Please continue to support our local students in our endeavor to reach 2000 non-perishable Items! We will be collecting these goods through March 8th. Blessings, Roots Staff
Roots Student Spotlight: Zia Holloway is a sweet girl who prides herself on her intellect! She has been working on learning German and has also worked very hard for the last two years to stay on our Roots verse club list! This requires a person to memorize word for word 10 Bible verses, some are quite lengthy. She has done it remarkable well! We are glad to have you Zia!
First Christian Church “Family Life Center” Growth Chart
First Christian Church “Family Life Center” Growth Chart
SUPER BOWL IS COMING QUICKLY! This year February 1st, 2015 we will have yet another Super Bowl Party. We are meeting at FCC @ 5:00 Pm and will make it to Mike and Eileen Burns Garage-Ma-Hall in the country! Please show up to FCC on time as we will be pushing it to make the 5:30pm Kickoff! Please plan to bring a snack to share with the group and expect to have a blast! Last year we had a really good group attend and hope for the same this year! So please if you don’t have a family party planned… mark us on your calendar and sign up so I can provide enough transportation, goodies and prizes for everyone! Thanks and God Bless, Chris
WINTER JAM 2015: We will be attending Winter Jam 2015 Friday, March 6th in the Intrust Bank Arena in Wichita, Kansas. We will take as many HIGHSCHOOL students as we have vehicles available. We will leave at 3:30pm and return 2 Hours and 30 minutes after the concert finishes. Cost is only $10 at the door and includes a great lineup of Christian Bands that will lead us in a powerful worship experience! Christian Bands include: Skillet, Jeremy Camp, Francesca Battistelli, Building 429, For King & Country, Newsong, Family Force 5, Blanca, About a Mile, and Veridia. Please let me know if you are interested in attending and get signed up ASAP as seats will be limited! Blessings YOUNG CHRISTIANS WEEKEND 2015: March 27th-29th, 2015 we will be attending Young Christian’s Weekend at Silver Dollar City! If you are interested in this event please contact Chris. This year Silver Dollar City is featuring Fedel, Disciple, The Afters, Hawk Nelson, Dan Bremnes and Plumb. There is also a new ride this year! Cost: $65 per student unless you have a season pass ($25.00). Please sign up on my office door or contact me before the March 8th early bird deadline. We will leave from FCC at 3:45pm on March 27th and return March 29th between 7pm-8:30pm as traffic allows. Please contact Chris if you have any other questions. Thanks, Chris
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. Matthew 5:6
Legacy Youth Church meets on Sundays in the Fellowship Hall ~ 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. The age group is 6th grade thru 12th grade. Contact Chris Goetz (503-474-7965) if you have any questions or concerns. SNACK LIST FOR LEGACY… Thank you for signing up to bring snacks for Legacy! Feb. 1: Super Bowl 50, All Students bring snack ~ Feb. 8: Carmen Powls
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Legacy Spotlight
Jon Adams has such a unique spirit! He volunteers at Roots and is a faithful Legacy attendee as well. He really enjoys hanging out with his friends and frequently sticks up for those who are smaller than him at school. Jon may seem shy but he doesn’t miss a thing. Jon we really appreciate all you do to serve here at FCC! Thanks so much!
Kathy McClain is the wife of Officer Wes McClain! They still attend church every week in Paola, Ks were they resided before transferring to Garnett 2 years ago. Kathy has 3 children and wants them to be a part of our Youth and Children’s programming. She has volunteered here for two years now and has become a critical member of our Children’s & VBS programming. She has a very creative personality and volunteers often to decorate stages and does the weekly skit with the Roots children. Kathy you are greatly appreciated! Thanks for all you do!
Volunteer Spotlight
FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS Sunday, Feb 1 Tanner Tush Tuesday, Feb 3 Mary Snyder Wednesday, Feb 4 Diana Knox Thursday, Feb 5 Dr Howard Wilson Sunday, Feb 8 Donna Roberts, Dr Lynn Wilson, Chelsea Burns, Waltham Farren Friday, Feb 13 Jeanine Zentner, Kim King Saturday, Feb 14 Charlene Rogers Sunday, Feb 15 Mary Gooding, Natasha Goetz Tuesday, Feb 17 Jay Velvick Thursday, Feb 19 Jack Snyder Friday, Feb 20 Mike Watson Saturday, Feb 21 Jo Lowe Sunday, Feb 22 Vi Davin, Casey Gaines Monday, Feb 23 Corky Wilson Thursday, Feb 26 Paula Sjorlund Friday, Feb 27 Whitney Peine Feb 29 (Leap Year) Carol Jane Long
FEBRUARY ANNIVERSARIES February 3, 1963 ~ Bob & Franque Meliza February 6, 1960 ~ John & Vicki Hulett February 8 ~ Darren & Joan Simpson February 13, 1981 ~ Mark & Mary Gooding February 24, 1951 ~ Dick & Velva Wilson
KNIFE…If you are missing a pocket knife check the church office…it was found in the parking lot at the church on Sunday.
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH ELDERS FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH DEACONS *Roger Adams: 448-6147 Mike Burns Craig Cole Ron Jenkins: 448-3843 Dan Dulin *Greg Gwin Kevin Lewis: 204-2257 Leroy Hamilton Dan Kasprzak Burke Rogers: 448-5987 Doug Meyer Jason Miller Steve Spring: 448-2491 Bill Ratliff Danny Roberts Les Thomas: 448-6708 Jason Sjorlund Lynn Wilson Gene Watson: 408-205-3635 Mike Zentner
