Newsletter for First Christian Church of Huntsville, Alabama

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“Therefore encourage one another and build up each other, as indeed you are doing.” 1 Thessalonians 5.11
The Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ) in Alabama-Northwest Florida
and
First Christian Church
of Huntsville, Alabama
cordially invite your presence and prayers
for the Ordination to Christian Ministry
of
Diane Wood
June 1, 2008, at 4 p.m.
First Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ)
Huntsville, Alabama
3209 Whitesburg Drive
Reception
at the church following the service.

Just a Reminder

The May Service Project for CWM is Health Kits for Latin American Refugees. Your monetary donation during the month will be used to provide desperately needed Health Kits for refugees from Latin American Countries and the Caribbean who are coming into the United States at the Lower Rio Grande Valley of Texas. For questions or additional information visit http://homelandministries.org/RIM/ImmigrationMinistries.htm or call Nancy Robinson 880-2244.

First Woman Disciples Ordained

This year we observe the 120th anniversary of the ordination of Clara Hale-Babcock, the first Disciples woman ordained. She served 37 years as a pastor and evangelist, baptizing 1502 converts. Remembered for her strong intellect, clear presentation of the scriptures and effective appeal on behalf of Christ, Clara Hale-Babcock is a great role model for Disciples clergywomen.

Regional Assembly

The 2008 Assembly of the Alabama-NW Florida Region was a wonder-filled event. Attending from Huntsville were Mae Margaret Davis, Jerri Hightower, Taylor, Parker, Noah, Kristi & Tony Hill, Jan Mackenzie, Lee & Guy McCombs, Roberta Shivers, Celia, Sami, Beth, & Tim Thomason, Kristen Tumminello, Margaret J. & Mack Vann, and Alicia Wright. Beth served as Regional Moderator for the 2006-2008 term. Kristi was our song leader for the Assembly.

Vacation Bible School Is Coming!

2008 VBS, July 8, 9, 10
(Tuesday - Thursday)
8:30-11:30am
$8.00 registration fee
click to download registration form

Sermon Topics & Scripture for May

May 4
Psalm                       Psalm 66.1-10, 32-35
Acts                          Acts 1.6-14
Epistle Reading      1 Peter 4.12-14, 5.6-11
Gospel                     John 17.1-11
Sermon                    Protecting the Promise

May 11
Psalm                       Psalm 104.24-34, 35b
Acts                          Acts 2.1-11
Epistle Reading     1 Corinthians 12.3b-23
Gospel                    John 20.19-23
Sermon                   One Spirit

May 18
Psalm                      Psalm 8
Old Testament        Genesis 1.1-2.4a
Epistle Reading     2 Corinthians 13.11-13
Gospel                     Matthew 28.16-20
Sermon                   The Work of Re-Creation

May 25
Psalm                      Psalm 131
Old Testament        Isaiah 49.8-16a
Epistle Reading    1 Corinthians 4.1-5
Gospel                    Matthew 6.24-34
Sermon                   To Live in Peace

Congratulations to Bob Poff

Bob Poff was chosen King of TOPPS Clubs International for the state of Alabama and, he will represent the State at the International Recognition Day in Chicago, Illinois, from July 3 to 5. Bob lost 123 ½ pounds to achieve this honor!

Another Honor Flight Honoree!

Ken Riggs was the latest FCC member to be recognized by Honor Flight, which takes WWII veterans to the nation’s capital to see the memorial dedicated to them and to other important sites in the D.C. area. The group was given a grand send-off here and was welcomed in D.C. as the heroes they are. We salute Ken for his service to our country.

Butler High School Spring Choral Concert

Director: Wallace E. Lee
When: Tuesday, May 13, 6:30 p.m.
Where: First Christian Church Sanctuary.

Come hear a variety of music selections including:
classical, folk tunes, spirituals, gospel, and individual soloists.
This promises to be a very enjoyable evening of music with the students. Your support is greatly appreciated.

New Curriculum for Batteries Not Included/Parenting Class

Parents are invited to join the Batteries Not Included Sunday School Class which begins the second part of Jim Williams' ProActive Parenting series on April 20 with Parenting 101. The class, which meets downstairs in Room 202, has enjoyed the DVD and study guides for the first part of the series on Communication, and invites you to join them in this second part of the study which will last about eight weeks. Parents of infants through teens are encouraged to join in this study.

Landscape News

Thanks to Duffy Boles for preparing the new mulch area near the large tree at the basement entrance. It is a great improvement to that area. Also, check the Bell Tower Garden ( Nancy Woodall), McMains Garden (Ann & Larry Thompson) and the Court Yard ( Helen Duke) for improved presentation. Watch for a Saturday workday in May to help make other site improvements.
Your Landscaping Team

SPECIAL THANKS to Bob Senn for leading the Landscape Team by deed and example.

April Outreach Ministry -
Salvation Army Spice Donations

Spices are needed for the Salvation Army to add some zip and pizzazz to otherwise bland meals. The food budget does not include extras to make a meal taste really yummy. Commercial size spices are recommended for donation, but any size will be accepted. Warehouse stores carry the larger sizes at reasonable prizes. Some suggestions are: chili powder, garlic salt, minced onion, seasoned salt, Italian seasoning, and parsley flakes. Our goal is 60 containers of spices.

Calendar

Sunday, May 4

8:15 am - Worship
10:30 am - Worship
10:30 am - Children Worship & Wonder
3:00 pm - Installation of CWM Officers
3:00 pm - Handbells I
4:00 pm - DISCIPLE Bible Study
4:00 pm - Celebrate, Chi Rho, JYF
4:00 pm - Handbells II
5:00 pm - Youth Dinner
5:00 pm - Children’s Choir
5:30 pm - CYF

Monday, May 5

1:00 pm - Quilting

Tuesday, May 6

8:00 am - Emmaus
9:30 am - DISCIPLE Bible Study
6:00 pm - DISCIPLE Bible Study

Wednesday, May 7

10:30 am - Staff Meeting
5:30 pm - Yoga
6:00 pm - Youth Choir
6:00 pm - Guitar lessons
7:00 pm - Chancel Choir

Thursday, May 8

9:00 am - DISCIPLE Bible Study
6:00 pm - Cabinet meeting
7:00 pm - Board meeting

Sunday, May 11

8:15 am - Worship
10:30 am - Worship
10:30 am - Children Worship & Wonder
4:00 pm - DISCIPLE Bible Study
4:00 pm - Chi Rho, JYF
5:00 pm - Youth Dinner
5:30 pm - CYF

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Active Disciple

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