Volume XXXVI Number 33 August 21, 2012 A “Note” from the KHCC Music Department IMMORTAL, INVISIBLE, GOD ONLY WISE The city of Edinburgh, Scotland, with its Royal Mile and rugged hilltop castle has produced some of Christianity’s greatest hymnists: George Matheson (“O Love That Wilt Not Let Me Go”), Horatius Bonar (“I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say”). Elizabeth Celphane (“Beneath the Cross of Jesus”), and William MacKay (“Revive Us Again”), to name a few. And who but the sturdy Scotch Presbyterians could produce such a powerful hymn on the sovereign, eternal power of God as “Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise”? The author, Walter Chalmers Smith, was born in Aberdeen, Scotland on December 5, 1824. After attend- ing grammar school at the University of Aberdeen, he enrolled in New College, Edinburgh, and was ordained as a minister in the Free Church of Scotland in 1850. He pastored churches in several places, including the lovely Scottish village of Milnathort from 1853 to 1858. In 1874, he became pastor of the Free High Church (Presbyterian) of Edinburgh, a charge he kept until his retirement in 1894. (The beautiful building of Edinburgh’s Free High Church was vacated by its members in 1934, and now serves as the library for the University of Edinburgh. It is obvious to anyone who enters the library, that it was originally a church.) Two years into his pastorate, he published a collection of hymns titled “Hymns of Christ and the Christian Life”. It was here that “Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise” was introduced to the world. Walter Smith was blessed with two other honors. In 1893, he was elected Moderator of the Free Church of Scotland. And in 1902, a collection of his poetry was published. His poems reflect his Scottish nature and remind us of Robert Burns. A number of them had appeared in various publications over the years, published under the pseudonyms “Orwell” and “Herman Knott.” “Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise” was based on I Timothy 1:17. It was originally published in six stanzas. When the hymn was republished in 1884, Smith made a few alterations. Today’s version uses Smith’s first three stanzas, and the fourth stanza is pieced together from lines in the now-discarded verses. The powerful melody is called St. Denio based on a Welsh folk song. Personal note from Louise: I hope you are enjoying these “backgrounds” of our favorite hymns. I really enjoy writing them. This past week has been both been joyful and sad. Joyful when I played for my dear friend, Barbara Driscoll becoming the minister of Broadmoor Christian Church. I was also very proud to see so many of KHCC’s congregation there. The sad thing was my cousin, Jim Manhein passed away Friday. His service will be Tuesday.
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Volume XXXVI Number 33 August 21, 2012
A “Note” from the KHCC Music Department
IMMORTAL, INVISIBLE, GOD ONLY WISE The city of Edinburgh, Scotland, with its Royal Mile and rugged hilltop castle has produced some of
Christianity’s greatest hymnists: George Matheson (“O Love That Wilt Not Let Me Go”), Horatius
Bonar (“I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say”). Elizabeth Celphane (“Beneath the Cross of Jesus”), and
William MacKay (“Revive Us Again”), to name a few. And who but the sturdy Scotch Presbyterians
could produce such a powerful hymn on the sovereign, eternal power of God as “Immortal, Invisible,
God Only Wise”?
The author, Walter Chalmers Smith, was born in Aberdeen, Scotland on December 5, 1824. After attend-
ing grammar school at the University of Aberdeen, he enrolled in New College, Edinburgh, and was
ordained as a minister in the Free Church of Scotland in 1850. He pastored churches in several places,
including the lovely Scottish village of Milnathort from 1853 to 1858.
In 1874, he became pastor of the Free High Church (Presbyterian) of Edinburgh, a charge he kept until
his retirement in 1894. (The beautiful building of Edinburgh’s Free High Church was vacated by its
members in 1934, and now serves as the library for the University of Edinburgh. It is obvious to anyone
who enters the library, that it was originally a church.) Two years into his pastorate, he published a
collection of hymns titled “Hymns of Christ and the Christian Life”. It was here that “Immortal,
Invisible, God Only Wise” was introduced to the world.
Walter Smith was blessed with two other honors. In 1893, he was elected Moderator of the Free Church
of Scotland. And in 1902, a collection of his poetry was published. His poems reflect his Scottish nature
and remind us of Robert Burns. A number of them had appeared in various publications over the years,
published under the pseudonyms “Orwell” and “Herman Knott.”
“Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise” was based on I Timothy 1:17. It was originally published in six
stanzas. When the hymn was republished in 1884, Smith made a few alterations. Today’s version uses
Smith’s first three stanzas, and the fourth stanza is pieced together from lines in the now-discarded
verses. The powerful melody is called St. Denio based on a Welsh folk song.
Personal note from Louise: I hope you are enjoying these “backgrounds” of our favorite hymns. I really
enjoy writing them. This past week has been both been joyful and sad. Joyful when I played for my dear
friend, Barbara Driscoll becoming the minister of Broadmoor Christian Church. I was also very proud
to see so many of KHCC’s congregation there. The sad thing was my cousin, Jim Manhein passed away
Friday. His service will be Tuesday.
Prayer Concerns August 21, 2012 PAGE 2
Stewardship Stewardship August 19, 2012
General Fund $ 7,254.35
Capital Campaign 497.50
Attendance, August 19, 2012
Traditional Service 149
Contemporary Service 71
Hispanic Service 34
Total 254
Sunday School 137
Serving Schedule for August 21, 2012
9:15 - Traditional Service
Door - Pete Bratlie, Renee Eakin
Table - Terry Rodenroth, Betty Webster
Sound - Kenny Rodenroth
Acolyte - Jessica Mattison
Greeter - Lee Adams
Diaconate - Louise Fedrick, Kim Frazer, Paul Frazer,
Jeff Beaubouef, Medford Adkins, Bobby Shields,
Donnie West, Becky Wheeler
11:11 - Contemporary Service
Door - Dave Rockett, Eunice Dickinson
Acolyte - Audrey Areno
Servers - Tammy Bradford, Katrina Harrell, Mike
Bradford, Bonnie Martin
Serving Schedule
The Family of Barbara Ann Britt Tidwell- In Sympathy (Mother of Gary Tidwell)
The Family of James Manhein – In Sympathy (Cousin of Louise Chamberlain)
The Family of Katherine Blume - In sympathy (Grandmother of John Areno)
Elli Boyd - Awaiting test results & undergoing another test
Angie Anders - Starting Southern University 8/27
Agnes Stanley – WKP # 8852, may go home on 8/20
Jack Taylor - Recovering from accident at Garden Court Rehab #308
Fred Traylor – Undergoing his final chemo therapy this week, MD Anderson
Jim Starkey - Serious Health Concerns (Friend of Toni Bratlie)
Kiera Elliott – Upcoming Surgery
Bridget Kilpatrick - Recovering from surgery (Daughter of Paula Sneed Pope)
Bart Peterson - Serious injuries from tractor accident (Friend of Randy & Betty
McCain)
The Finley Family – Upcoming custody hearing
Mary Jo Humphries - Health Concerns (Sister of Linda DeMann)
George Burk - Recovering from open heart surgery (Brother of Dave Burk)
Hazel P. Gore - Grace Home (Friend of Mary C. Mayeux)
Anita Watkins - Medical Test (Sister of Trish Krippner)
Roy Richardson - Hospice Care (Friend of Patsy Moore)
Gayle Russell - Diagnosed with lung cancer (Friend of Jessica Monk)
Johnny Hicks – Recovering at home (Friend of Glynda Hicks)
Al Giecek – Colon surgery ( Father of Robin Giecek)
Bill Gant- Health concerns for him & his mother
US ARMED PERSONNEL AND THEIR FAMILIES, WHO ARE
DEPLOYED:
Angie Grannis (Granddaughter of Chuck & Marion Hinkle) deployed to Korea,
Michael Statos, Nick Tolisano (Friend of the Pierce family), William Key, Samuel
Lawless, Lance Cpl Lane Miller (Friend of Elli Boyd) deployed to Afghanistan
2nd tour, John Graham (Friend of the Eakins) deployed to Afghanistan, Dan
Dorson
CELEBRATIONS:
We celebrate the installation of Barbara Driscoll as pastor of Braodmoor Christian
Church.
We celebrate with Leslie and Austin Hughes the birth of their first child Sidda Beth
Hughes on Sunday, August 19. Sidda weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces and was 20
inches long. Proud grandparents are Mike and Ann Daron.
ON-GOING PRAYER CONCERNS:
Michael Anders, Charles Michael Andrews, Melba Barmore, Roger Barham,
Braider Bellows, John Brice, Jill Bridges, Randy Burch, Louise Chamberlain, Gary
Duggan, Kiera Elliott, Ron Fedrick, Jonn France, Jeff Frazier, Shianne Fuslier, Bob
Graves, Alice Greene, Dallas Greene, Bill Greene, June & Leonard Green, D.C.
Hall, Lizzy Hawthorne, Bart Haynie, Jon & Jan Holley, Dump Holcombe, Mildred
House, Madeline Holder, Annie Hughes, Hubert Joyner, Virginia Joyner, Ella Mae
Lawrence, Teresa Prine Lemoine, Jane Lindsey, Will Manhein, Aiden McDowell &
Parents, Matthew McDowell, Justin McGoldrick, George McGovern, Rev. Chuck
McInturf, Pat Moore, Bryan Pierce, Kim Pullen, Marina Rodriguez, Jack Shelton,
Haley Spears, Corene Sneed, Shawn Swilley, Marian Taggart, Peggy Taylor, Pat
Tharpe, Donn & Erabeth Thompson, Billy Triplett, Mildred Wade, Clara Williams.
Chi Rho Kick-Off
Serving Schedule for August 21, 2012
9:15 - Traditional Service
Door - Pete Bratlie, Renee Eakin
Table - Terry Rodenroth, Betty Webster
Sound - Kenny Rodenroth
Acolyte - Jessica Mattison
Greeter - Lee Adams
Diaconate - Louise Fedrick, Kim Frazer, Paul Frazer,
Jeff Beaubouef, Medford Adkins, Bobby Shields,
Donnie West, Becky Wheeler
11:11 - Contemporary Service
Door - Dave Rockett, Eunice Dickinson
Acolyte - Audrey Areno
Servers - Tammy Bradford, Katrina Harrell, Mike
Bradford, Bonnie Martin
Traditional Service Sandra Ricabaugh
Ellen Montegudo Devon Lirette Becky Belk
Ms. Chris Belk Katy Hume
Trey Daniels
Contemporary Service Terry Thompson
Fred & Shelby Newton, Mary Amber & Dallas Dave Brocato
M. Powell Michael Duggan, Kendall & Jullian
Welcome Guests
Preschool & Children Ministries Sunday Mornings Sunday School 3-5yrs old class Teacher - Carol Pabst, Rob & Jill Latimer
5yr-5th grade class Teacher - Georgia Monk
Children’s Traditional & Contemporary Worship Sunday’s Story - “Adam & Eve”
Teaching Traditional Worship - Todd & Mary France
Teaching Contemporary Worship - Georgia Monk
KHCC Children & Youth
August 21,, 2012 PAGE 3
August 20 Wendy Rummings August 21 Jane Youngman August 22 Robert Allen August 25 Alejandra Hernandez Beverly Carroll Lauren Thompson August 26 Walter Powers Susie Jester August 27 Troy Adkins Todd France August 28 Ann Dupont August 29 Nancy Watson Roger Adams Nikki Humphries August 30 Patrick Moore
Memorial Gifts Given in loving memory of Joe Moore: Bill & Kay Jarratt Bobby & Sherry Shields Betty & Randy McCain Ken & Sandra Bowen Toni & Pete Bratlie
Given in loving memory of Robin Horton Whittington: Bill & Kay Jarratt Miriam Pipes Savage Bobby & Sherry Shields Mr. & Mrs. Wilbur Hirsch Phillip & Dorothy Semon Mike & Mary Jackson Tom & Brooks Ray Betty & Randy McCain Ken & Sandra Bowen Madeline Holder
Given in loving memory of Pat Daron: Bill & Kay Jarratt Marilyn Garner Marjorie O. Ward Phillip & Dorothy Semon Bill & Carolyn Brewer Randy & Betty McCain Ken & Sandra Bowen Mary Jo Chambless Dickie Courtney
Given in loving memory of Chris Bowie: Ernest & Evelyn Kelley Bill & Kay Jarratt Bobby & Sherry Shields Elizabeth Hart Phillip & Dorothy Semon Marcia & Scott Seaton G.O. & D.J. Stukey Bill & Carolyn Brewer Randy & Betty McCain Ken & Sandra Bowen Mary Jo Chambless Dickie Courtney Toni & Pete Bratlie
Gather At
THE RIVER
August 26th, & September 2nd Topic: Adam & Eve
Rotation 1 -Puppet Theater “The Story of Adam & Eve” Rotation 2 - Milk & Vinegar
“How sin separates us from God” Rotation 3 - Sculpting People
JYF -Children in grades 3rd-5th Mark Your Calendar
JYF Kick-off - Sunday, August 26th Meet at the church at 1:30 pm and pickup at 6:00 pm.
Sunday evening youth groups will begin on Sunday, September 9th from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm.
JOY FELLOWSHIP August 27th @ 9:30 am
Join us in the Fellowship Hall for
games, crafts, a delicious lunch.
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UPCOMING ACTIVITIES AT KHCC
Wednesday, August 22 12:30 pm - AA, Fellowship Hall Thursday, August 23 9:00 am - Bridge, Fellowship Hall 6:30 pm - Prayer Meeting 8:00 pm - AA, Fellowship Hall Friday, August 24 12:30 & 8:00 - AA, Fellowship Hall Saturday, August 25 11:00 - Louisiana Christian Writers Sunday, August 26 8:45 am - Meet N’ Greet, Parlor 9:15 am - Traditional Worship, Sanctuary 10:15 am - Sunday School 11:00 am - Hispanic Sunday School, 3rd floor 11:11 am - Contemporary Worship, Family Life Center 11:30 am - Hispanic Worship, 3rd floor 1:30 - 6:00 pm - JYF Kick-Off
Monday, August 27 6:45 am - Elder’s Breakfast, Fellowship Hall 9:30 am - JOY Fellowship, Fellowship Hall 12:00 noon - Disciples Women Ministry Board Meeting, Parlor 12:30 pm & 8:00 pm - AA, Fellowship Hall 6:00 pm - Cabinet Meeting, Parlor 6:00 pm - English Classes Begin, 3rd floor classrooms Tuesday, August 28 5:30 pm - Bell Practice, Choir Room 6:30 pm - Praise Band Rehearsal 7:00 pm - Choir Rehearsal 7:00 pm - Doctors AA, Keystone Wednesday, August 29 12:30 pm - AA, Fellowship Hall 6:00 pm - English Classes, 3rd floor classrooms
Church Staff Senior Minister ext 13 Dr. David Brice
