Voice of the Morning May 2008 Issue

Morning Chapel CME Church 903 East 3rd Street

Fort Worth, TX 76102 (817) 332-4842

morningchapel_cmechurch@yahoo.com

www.morningchapel.com

Reverend Manuel Henderson, Pastor Rev. Russell O. Fuller, Presiding Elder

Bishop Ronald M. Cunningham, Presiding Bishop

Schedule of Activities Sunday School – Sundays 9:30 am

Morning Worship – Sundays 11:00 am Prayer / Praise / Bible Class –

Wednesdays 7:00 pm

Voice of the Morning Committee: Editors–in–Chief:

Shabra Watkins and Aisha Barron Layout Designer: Aisha Barron

Writers: Althea Barron, Barbara Brown, Shauna Cass, Johnette Calhoun, Takiyah Evans, Linda Griffin,

Katrina Jefferson and Acacia Nolen Photographers:

Althea Barron and Christal Griffin

Pastor’s Corner By Rev. Manuel Henderson

Greetings in the name of the Risen Christ, Jesus of Nazareth! I want to use this month’s pastor’s corner to give a shout out the women of Morning Chapel as they celebrated the First Annual Women’s Day on April 13, 2008. Women, you were simply beautiful—adorned in red. It was a picture of the beauty of God’s Creation. I ain’t talking about nobody, I’m just talking ‘bout what I’m talking ‘bout—In my personal opinion, one of the most beautiful of all of God’s creation is the appalling style and beauty of women of African decent. The Women celebrated on the theme: “Rejoice, Reflect and Remember”, using as a backdrop scripture, Proverbs 31:10-25. Ladies you did a great job in setting this program into motion. We appreciate the friendly competition with the men, who celebrating Men’s Day in March. The Men did an excellent job in carrying out an awesome program. But

ladies, you didn’t have to take Jesus words so literally, when he said to Peter and the other disciples: “Satan has asked to sift you like wheat…” But since it was all in the name of Kingdom building us men will take it in stride. But wait to next year.

A big THANK YOU goes to first ladies of the Fort Worth District and the Eighth Episcopal District, respectively. Mrs. Sharon Fuller, wife of our Presiding Elder Russell O. Fuller, Sr., started the day of celebration off with a beautiful word from the Lord in morning worship service. And, Mrs. Clarice Cunningham, wife of our Presiding Bishop, Bishop Ronald M. Cunningham, brought the house down in evening worship celebration. Mrs. Fuller and Mrs. Cunningham, Morning will remember your contributions to our celebration of the Women of God in “The Historical” Morning Chapel CME Church—“The Old Rock Church on the Corner”. To Bishop Cunningham and Presiding Elder Fuller, thank you for your support. To Mrs. Vernice Coleman and Mrs. Mattie Roberts who served as our chair and co-chair, respectively, and to all the committee persons who played a part, and all of the women of Morning Chapel, you pastor thanks you. And to the men for stepping in and playing a small role to see that the Women’s program was successful. Ladies, next year…

Yours in the ministry of the Risen Christ Savior,

Pastor Manuel Henderson

Inside this Issue: Pastor’s Corner................................................................................................................................. 1 Church News Morning Chapel’s Women Celebrate Their Day in Red and Praise ......................................................2 DFW Region Missionary CYYAA Retreat – A light of Hope When facing the Giants of Today .............3 Fort Worth District Honors Elder and Mrs. Russell O. Fuller, Sr............................................................3 MCCME Children Department Still on the Move....................................................................................3 Social Concerns

Old Library “Checks Out” .......................................................................................................................4 Sam’s Club Launches NEW Online Electronics Recycling Program .....................................................4

Member Spotlight.............................................................................................................................. 5 Youth Spotlight ................................................................................................................................. 5 Health & Beauty................................................................................................................................ 6 Recipe of the Month.......................................................................................................................... 7 Announcements & Events................................................................................................................. 7 Birthdays & Anniversaries................................................................................................................. 7 Morning Chapel Tidbits ..................................................................................................................... 8

Morning Chapel’s Women Celebrate Their Day in Red and Praise

By Shabra Watkins  

The Great Women of Morning Chapel held their day on Sunday the thirteenth  of  April  2008  and  what  a  great  day  it was!  A  lot  of planning,  labor  and  prayer  went  into  the  Event  which  was  the result of  its success.   The Women’s Day Program was  lead by Co‐Chairs Sis. Vernice B. Coleman and Sis. Mattie R. Roberts, who both did a fantastic  job from start to finish. Sis Althea Barron served as the Secretary making sure we had all of the notes and information documented and Sis. Andrea Barron served as  the Treasurer; she kept all the money and funds straight! The objective for Women’s Day was twofold, first to celebrate the Women of God’s Vineyard and  second  to be  instrumental  financially  to  assist our Church  in growth.  The theme for Women’s Day was “Reflect, Remember and Rejoice” which was fitting for the program so that we also celebrated the lives of  so many Women of Morning Chapel of  the past, present and future.  During  the planning meetings,  it was decided  to do  three events for financial fundraisers. The first event was a Garage Sale.  It was a very cool, rainy day but we were blessed with great customers that came  by  and  made  purchases.  There  were  so  many  items  to purchase, from clothes to household  items.   The Women finished the day with some great sales. We send out to Bro. Warren Bailey, owner of New Vision Hair Salon and Sis. Johnette Calhoun, a very special “Thanks” for allowing Morning Chapel to use his parking lot facility and to Johnette for the great advertisement.  The Women next sponsored a dinner sale. With a great menu and great cooks the dinner sales were awesome. Everything was sold! Everyone  enjoyed  their  Sunday  dinner.  Two  very  special  young ladies were  so  fantastic  in helping  serve  as hostesses. Miss  Jada Ivory and Miss Danielle Jones; You girls did a great job!  The  last event  sponsored by  the Women of Morning Chapel was the grand program and basket giveaway. Three huge baskets were assembled by  three very creative  ladies. Sis. Linda Griffin headed the Wellness  basket,  Sis.  Yvette  Caldwell  headed  the Household basket  and  Sis.  Beverly  Washington  headed  the  Entertainment basket. Tickets were used to be drawn on the day of the program to be given away to three people. At  last  the  day  of  the  program  arrived.  It  was  decided  by  the Women that Red would be the color of the entire day to signify the blood of  Jesus. A “Women  in Red” Choir was  formed under  the directorship of Sis. Angela Bell and what a great  spiritual choir  it was! Two programs were held by  the women both morning and afternoon. The Women began  to arrive dressed  in  red and  ready for a  full day of  fellowship. Some of  the Men of Morning Chapel served as Ushers while  the  ladies were busy. A  special  thanks  to Bro.  Jimmy Coleman, Sr. Bro. Chester  Johnson, Sr., Bro. Nicholas Griffin and  Bro. Leonard Roberts for serving as Ushers for the day.  The message for the morning program was brought to us by Mrs. Sharon Fuller, first lady of the Fort Worth District and wife of Elder Russell  O.  Fuller,  Sr.  She  delivered  a  fantastic  message  and followed it with a great song with her powerful voice! Mrs. Fuller  

was presented a key  to  the city of Fort Worth by Chairpersons Sis.  Coleman  and  Sis.  Roberts  at  the  end  of  the  service.    The evening program was great also. There was more great singing by the Women in Red Choir and the Just Us Ensemble featuring the Women of Delta Sigma Theta Alumni Chapter of Fort Worth and  Sis.  Carlisa Washington  on  the  Saxophone,  a member  of Elizabeth Chapel Church, who was  fantastic.   Morning Chapel’s great  Praise  Dancers  ignited  the  entire  crowd  with  their performance  to  “Long  As  I’ve  got  King  Jesus”.  It  was  all something  to  see.  The  afternoon  speaker  was  Mrs.  Clarice Cunningham,  wife  of  Bishop  Ronald  Cunningham,  Presiding Prelate  of  the  8th  Episcopal  District.  Bishop  Cunningham introduced his beautiful bride by reading a letter he had written to  her  years  ago. Mrs.  Cunningham  also  brought  to  us  a  very inspiring message  geared  toward  the  theme  for  the  program. She also was presented a key to the City of Fort Worth.   The program was ended with the basket giveaways and remarks by the Chairpersons, Pastor Henderson and Bishop Cunningham. A  beautiful  reception was  held  afterwards  by  a  committee  of men; Jimmy Coleman, Nicholas Griffin, Micheal Watkins, Thomas Jefferson, Edwin Bell and Freddie Nolen. These men served and hosted  a  very  huge  crowd  and  cleaned  up  following  the reception.  Another  special  thanks  to  Sis.  Aisha  Barron  for  the beautiful programs for the day. There  was  friendly  competition  between  the  Men  and  the Women.  The  competition was won  by  the Women with  over $14,000 raised. Rev. Byrd Lowe gave a special contribution to the women of  $2,000.00 because  the women were  the winners.  It was  all  done  in  love  and  the  main  reason  for  the  Men  and Women’s  Day  Events  were  to  lift  the  name  of  Jesus  and fellowship. We  look  forward  to next  years’ Men  and Women’s Day  activities. Men, get  ready! Thanks  to everyone  at Morning Chapel for your love, faith and participation.       

     The Co-Chairs presenting Sis. Clarice Sis. Sharon Fuller delivering the message.

Cunningham

 Just Us giving a Spirit lifting performance

The Men serving refreshments after the final program

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Church News

MCCME Children Department Still on the Move!!. By Christal Griffin

On April 12, the Children Department went to Incredible Pizza. The children play games, rode go-carts and enjoyed pizza. The children had so much fun that they are ready to go back. Those that participated are still talking about what a fabulous time they had and counting down the days until the next activity.

Katrina Franklin & Brianna Fletcher zooming in the fast lane and Iassc Tate IV looking over his shoulder to switch lanes.

A light of Hope when Facing the Giant of Today

By Johnnie P. Barron

The Dallas/Fort Worth Missionary Children, Youth,

Young adult, and Adult held a Retreat on April 19,

2008 at Kirkwood Temple where Rev. Dr. J. Christian

Sr. is the Pastor. We registered more than 225

attendees. We had special guest speakers; Ex

Dallas Cowboy Eugene Lockhart, Ex Indianapolis

Colt Glen Sanders, Ex Dallas Cowboy Angelo King,

Rapper Johnny Johnson AKA King Rap J and

motivational speaker Marcus Harris. Each of these

men had a testimony they shared with us, on our

theme “Facing the Giants of Today”. Our Secretary

of the Thelma Dudley Missionary Education Sis.

Dorothy Johnson did a tremendous job putting this

retreat together. Each registered attendee received

a pack consisting of a bible, folder and a pencil. As

they departed they received a to-go bag filled with

snacks for the ride home. The Bible/CME Bowl was

a success with the children and Youth. The winners

were; for Rossie T Hollis St. John of Sherman and for

Mattie E. Coleman Hughes Chapel of Mineral Wells.

Thanks to Morning Chapel for supporting and

attending and a special Thanks to Shabra Watkins

for filling in as a teacher for one of our classes.

Kudos

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Fort Worth District Honors Elder and Mrs. Russell O. Fuller, Sr.

By Shabra Watkins

All  churches  of  The  Fort Worth  District  celebrated  together  an Appreciation Service for Elder and Mrs. Russell Fuller on April 27, 2008.  The  happy  couple was  escorted  into  the  program  held  at Carter Metropolitan CME Church. Rev. Jerome Price served as the Worship  Leader.  Carter Metropolitan’s  great  choir  opened with selections  followed by Prince Memorial CME  from Weatherford, Texas. The Sermon was delivered by Rev. C.L. Giles, the Pastor of Prince Memorial  church.  He  brought  a  great message  entitled, “Christian  Standards‐A  Forgotten  Trait”.  He  expressed  as Christians we  should all press  toward  the mark and produce our own  light  through  Jesus  Christ.  It  was  a  very  fitting  message especially as we all know the great  job that Elder Fuller and Mrs. Fuller do for the entire Fort Worth District is done so tirelessly by them both. They have visited with us on many occasions and have been  a  blessing  to  us  all.  After  the  invitation,  the  Fort Worth District organizations saluted the Elder and Mrs. Fuller with gifts. Each president of the auxiliaries expressed their gratitude and love to them both. The Honorees gave their remarks of gratitude and  love. They are special  to  us  all  in  both  the  Fort Worth  and  Dallas  districts.  A reception was held afterwards in their honor. We look forward to more years of  the Fullers  leadership,  faith and dedication. Along with the member of the Fort Worth District, we all make it what it is  today‐ a very hard working group of  faithful CME’s. Thanks  so much to Elder and Mrs. Russell Fuller, Sr. for all that you do for us all. May God continue to Bless you and your family.  

  Elder and Mrs. Russell Fuller 

Social Concerns by Takiyah Evans 

Old Library ‘Checks Out’ A new chapter opens soon in the life of Ella Mae Shamblee Branch Library who was a member of Morning Chapel. The old library at 959 E. Rosedale St. closed April 30 to prepare for reopening in its new location. The new library incorporates the historic Tommy Tucker building, 1062 Evans Ave., which was built as a parochial school more than 75 years ago. It will be four times bigger than the old library, with as many as 26 computers. Other amenities at the new library include:

• all-purpose customer service desk for “one stop service” • community meeting room • art gallery • stained glass window featuring community icons • literary garden • living legacy digital display.

The new library is set to open at 10 a.m. May 16. A communitywide grand opening celebration and dedication is planned for June 13. Limited service will be available as the old library prepares for the move to its new location.

Sam’s Club Launches NEW Online Electronics Recycling Program N.E.W. Customer Service Companies is pleased to announce Sam’s Club has launched ecoNEW, its new online electronics recycling service that help members nationwide get rid of their older, unwanted, small to medium size electronics through a free, easy-to-use, environmental solution for e-waste recycling. Sam’s Club Members may trade in their older electronics for a gift card which is determined by a recycle trade-in value generated through the website. Sam’s Club’s ecoNEW program accepts LCD monitors, digital cameras, PC desktops and laptops, gaming systems, MP3 players, camcorders, and printers. Even if the product does not qualify for a trade-in value, the program still accepts the product for recycling and provides a pre-paid shipping label. The ecoNEW program operated by NEW has a “no export and no landfill” guarantee. Electronic equipment received will either be reconditioned or recycled. Some items may be sold into the secondary or used marketplace in whole machine form or disassembled and sold off as usable service parts. Recycled equipment and parts will then be broken down into raw material and used to produce new materials. The parts may become part of NEW’s service repair network that supports more than 150 million customers across the U.S. NEW is the nation’s leading provider of extended service plans and buyer protection programs for consumer products. The Sam’s Club electronics trade-in and recycling program is easy to use: 1) Access online – at www.econewonline.com/samsclub 2) Enter product information – use the online form to enter information about the electronic item to be recycled, including condition details and whether or not all the cords and original packaging are available. Based on input, the screen will calculate what the estimated trade-in value will be. 3) Enter contact information – enter contact information to receive retail gift card for value of item. 4) Free shipping – ecoNEW system will generate a free shipping label. 5) Receive gift card – once ecoNEW recycling center receives the item and verifies the information submitted is correct, a retail gift card to Sam’s Club for the recycled value is sent back to consumer in mail. EcoNEW is being offered to retailers as a value-add customer care solution, making NEW the first of its industry to offer a green service in its product and service portfolio.

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Every month we will “Spotlight” a member of our church. The person spotlighted is randomly selected.

Gregory Wayne Bell Gregory Wayne Bell was born November 19, 1965 to the late Raymond L. and Verdie Mae Bell in Fort Worth, Texas. He has one living brother, Anthony J. Bell, but lost a brother, Darrell J. Bell and one sister, Rosie Lee Clemmons. Gregory joined Morning Chapel CME 7 years ago. He was educated at Arlington Heights High School where he graduated in 1984. He then attended Tarrant County Junior College (TCJC) for 2 years. He has been employed by Tarrant County College (Former TCJC) for 9 years and 7 months. When he is not working or at church, he enjoys internet surfing, cooking, television, music, singing and acting. Gregory sings and leads solos in both the Mass Choir and Male Chorus.

Quincy Collins

Quincy Collins is one of Morning Chapel’s up and coming youth. He is the grandchild of Mr. and Mrs. Waymon and Hattye Faye Allen. He participates with the Youth Choir and CYF. This handsome young man has 5 brothers and 4 sisters and attends Forest Oak Middle School. While attending to his 8th grade studies, he also skillfully plays the

French Horn in Band. Next year he will be in High School and working on his way to College. At this point in his life, Quincy would like to attend The University of Texas at Austin majoring in Crimial Justice; he would like to be a Police Officer. Quincy, Morning Chapel is proud of you and can’t wait to see you walk across both your high school and college stages when you graduate.

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May is National Arthritis Month

Arthritis, inflammation of the joints, is used to describe over 100 rheumatic diseases and conditions that affects the joints, the tissues which surrounds the joint and other connective tissue. Common symptoms include pain, aching, stiffness, and swelling in or around the joints. Some forms such as Lupus can affect multiple organs and cause widespread symptoms.

Forms of Arthritis are: • Childhood Arthritis • Fibromyalgia • Genetic • Gout • Osteoarthritis • Rheumtoid Arthritis • Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or Lupus)

Risk Factors • Non-modifiable risk factors

1. Age: the risk of developing most types of arthritis increases with age

2. Gender: Most types of arthritis are more common with women and Gout is more common in men.

3. Genetic: Specific genes are associated with the higher risk of certain types of arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA), systemic lupus erythematous (SLE).

• Modifiable risk factors 1. Overweight and Obesity: Excess weight can contribute

to both the onset and progression of knee osteoarthritis.

2. Joint Injuries: damage to a joint can contribute to the development of osteoarthritis in that joint.

3. Infection: many microbial agents can infect joints and can also cause various forms of arthritis.

4. Occupation: certain occupations involving repetitive knee bending and squatting are associated with osteoarthritis of the knee.

Managing arthritis is to control pain, minimize joint damage, and improve or maintain function and quality of life.

• Medication: nonsteroidial anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), injections.

• Nonpharmacologic therapies

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Quick Tip If you want your lips to appear larger use a liner darker than your lip color along the outside of your natural lip

line. If you want you lips to appear smaller use a lip liner along the inside of your natural lip line. 1. Physical or occupational therapy

2. Splints or joint assistive aids 3. Patient education and support 4. Weight loss

• Surgery

In conjunction with medical treatment, self-management of arthritis symptoms is very important as well.

Some helpful tips to help manage and relieve arthritis pain: 1. Choose fruits and vegetables containing Vitamin C, selenium (tuna, whole grains) and carotenes (sweet red peppers, carrots). 2. Alternate between heating pads and cold packs 3. Get moving with water aerobics, walking, or tai chi. 4. Omega-3s fatty oil-reduces inflammation and pain.

Things to avoid: 1. Saturated fats and simple and refined carbohydrates (sugary items and white breads. 2. Avoid bending your knees for long periods of time.

For more information visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention at www.cdc.gov.

Make-up 101 A lot of women today don’t wear make-up because they feel like they don’t have the time or know the technique needed for a good make-up job. Good make-up starts with good skin care. There are 5 basic steps needed for a good make-up job.

Step 1 Concealer A concealer is used to cover up discoloration under eyes, from blemishes or from aging spots. After you have diminished discoloration you will see a much even skin tone, which will leave your skin looking smooth.

Step 2 Foundation Foundation is good because it usually contains SPF as well as moisture. So it leaves you with a smooth finish that gives you moisture and protection. Avoid using heavy powder, especially if you have lines and wrinkles. A light top layer of powder will set your foundation so it lasts longer and blends all the color on your face so you are left looking smooth.

Step 3 Blush Blush colors should enhance your natural skin tone. If your blush does not look blended it is the wrong color for you. Blush can add definition to your face by emphasizing your cheekbones or it can simply add a healthy, natural glow.

Step 4 Eye Enhancement Eye shadow should be used with atleast 2 colors. One darker color and one lighter color. Apply the darker color along your eye-socket bone. Use the lighter color just under the peak of your arched eyebrows. This technique lifts the eye and creates contrast with the eye shadow. A simple liner under your lower lash “opens up” your eyes. Using black mascara adds volume and length to your eyelashes.

Step 5 Lip color Lip color is most important because it makes your facial features “pop” especially your eyes. You should choose a lipstick color that looks good on you rather than what is trendy.

Make-up can be really simple. It takes only minutes to complete a routine to have a well balanced look. Always remember good make-up starts with good skin care.

May Birthdays May 1 Taniyah Carter May 1 Tamiyah Fletcher May 4 Rev. Bryd Lowe May 8 Rev. Wendell Cass May 10 Aarron Barron, Sr. May 10 Jimmy Coleman May 14 Cynthia Johnson May 17 Isaac Tate IV May 19 Michael Kelly May 25 Krysti Young May 30 Katrina Jefferson

May Announcements & Events May 3, 2008: Membership and Evangelism Sponsored Seminar May 6 – 8, 2008: General Connectional Board in Memphis, Tennessee May 10, 2008: Children’s Department Outing May 11, 2008: Mother’s Day May 17, 2008 9:30 am: DFW Region Missionary Pre-Conference Meeting at

Porter Temple CME May 18, 2008: 140th Church Anniversary May 25, 2008: Pastor and First Family’s 9th Appreciation

Celebration May 27, 2008 7:00 pm: Board of Christian Education Meeting, via

Conference Call May 30, 2008: Fort Worth District Youth and Young Adults

Conference

Have an Article you want Published?

If any Member, Board or Auxiliary is interested in submitting an article to be published in the Voice of the Morning newsletter, please contact

Shabra Watkins or Aisha Barron.

All articles should be submitted no later than the last Wednesday of the month to be published in the next issue. The articles must be submitted in electronic format and emailed to the Editors at morningchapel_cmechurch@yahoo.com

If you are interested in being a member of the newsletter committee, please contact the editors.

Chocolate Chip, Oats 'n Caramel Cookie Squares

Prep Time: 35 min;

Start to Finish: 2 hr 40 min Makes 16 bars

Ingredients

1 roll (16.5 oz) Pillsbury® Create 'n Bake® refrigerated chocolate chip cookies 1 cup quick-cooking oats Dash salt, if desired 2/3 cup caramel topping 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon vanilla 3/4 cup chopped walnuts 1 bag (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips (1 cup)

Preparation 1. Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, break up cookie dough. Stir or knead in oats and salt. Reserve 1/2 cup dough mixture for topping. In ungreased 9-inch square pan, press remaining dough mixture evenly in bottom to form crust. 2. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until dough puffs and appears dry. 3. In small bowl, mix caramel topping, flour and vanilla until well blended. Sprinkle walnuts and chocolate chips evenly over crust. Drizzle evenly with caramel mixture. Crumble reserved 1/2 cup dough mixture over caramel. 4. Bake 20 to 25 minutes longer or until golden brown. Cool 10 minutes. Run knife around sides of pan to loosen bars. Cool completely, about 1 hour 30 minutes. For bars, cut into 4 rows by 4 rows. Store tightly covered. High Altitude (3500-6500 ft): Bake crust 12 to 14 minutes. After topping crust, bake 22 to 27 minutes.

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Sudoku Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9.

Answers will be printed in the next issue

Answers for the April issue