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First Christian hurch Newsletter, April 2007
April 4, 2007
PASTOR CRAIG’S NOTES
For many years there has been an on-going debate as to
which event in the life of Jesus was the most important in
regards to the church and the body of Christ. Was the
incarnation of God into human form during the advent more
important than the sacrificial death and resurrection of
Jesus the Christ? Most of the time the debate comes down to
a personal opinion as to which event we like the most;
Christmas or Easter. I would suggest that both events are
on an equal plane. Both events point beyond the physical
and historical actions of the people involved, and show the
power of God*s love for each and everyone of us.
As the sage of old once asked, *What is man, that you are
mindful of him?* If we miss the fact that the God of the
Universe, the God of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, David, Solomon,
Ruth, Joshua, Deborah, Esther, Matthew, John, Mark, Luke,
Peter, Judas and all of us loves us, then we cannot
possibly understand Christmas or Easter. They become just
another holiday on the calendar. But when we see and
understand the great love that our God has for us, we
understand not only our relationship with God but also our
relationship with others and all of creation.
For God so love us that God came and died for us and then
rose from the grave all in the name of Love.
Remember all of those on our prayer list.
Praying for you as I hope that you are praying for me.
Craig
UPCOMING EVENTS
APRIL 1
PALM SUNDAY
EASTER EGG HUNT FOLLOWING CHURCH
APRIL 5
MAUNDAY THURSDAY SERVICE 6:30 P.M.
APRIL 6
GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE
METHODIST CHURCH
APRIL 7
DYF - KIC
GARAGE SALE
8AM - 1PM
APRIL 8
SUNRISE SERVICE
8:00 AM
EASTER BREAKFAST
9:00 AM
CHURCH SERVICE
10:30 AM
APRIL 15
DWF 5 PM
MISSION TRIP GROUP STAYS AT CHURCH
On March 10, 2007, seven members of the First Christian
Church in Nevada, Iowa stopped in Marietta for the night on
their way to do mission work. The group was headed to the
First Christian Church in Port Arthur, Texas to help
rebuild and repair homes damaged in the 2005 hurricanes.
The ladies of the church prepared sandwiches for the group
to eat when they arrived Saturday night. Curtis and Beth
stayed the night with them at the church and prepared
breakfast for them Sunday morning.
DWF - APRIL MEETING DATE CHANGED
The DWF meeting regularly scheduled for the second Sunday
of the month will be moved to the third Sunday of April due
to Easter falling on the second Sunday. We will meet
Sunday April 15, at 5:00 pm at the church. This is always
a great time of fellowship and sharing for the women of our
congregation. There is a snack supper provided by the
hostess of the month followed by a lesson prepared by Alice
Cochran.
All women of the church are invited and encouraged to
attend the monthly meetings.
SCOUT SUNDAY 2007
February 4, 2007 was the annual observance of Scout Sunday.
During a special service five scouts received their God
and Church medals. Two Boy Scouts, Conner Rutherford and
Alex Hudson, and three Girl Scouts, Morgan Hudson, Sarah
Ward and Chelsi Campbell. To receive this award each scout
participates in a six week study with a certified
counselor. We are very fortunate to have two counselors in
our congregation. Carla Hudson received her counselor pin
last year and Craig Rutherford received his this year.
99TH BIRTHDAY RECEPTIONFOR AGNES ANDERSON
The Family of
Agnes Anderson
invites you to a reception
celebrating her 99th birthday
Sunday April 8, 2007
First Christian Church, Marietta
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Agnes Mae Randolph was born in Lincoln, Nebraska on April
13, 1908. She married Andy Anderson in 1929 and began her
family. Agnes and Andy had two daughters Alice and
Charlotte. Charlotte passed away in 1988.
Together, the Andersons traveled throughout the United
States setting up Western Auto stores. They came to
Marietta in November of 1939 and joined the Presbyterian
Church. Agnes started playing the piano for Sunday School
and began piano and organ lessons in the county. Andy and
Agnes opened a Western Auto Store and Agnes helped manage
and operate the store. Her husband Andy died in 1973.
Agnes began playing the organ for the First Christian
Church in the 1950's and she kept playing for Sunday School
at the Presbyterian Church. Agnes joined First Christian
Church in the late 70's when Bo Midkiff became the
minister. She continued playing the organ for 30 years
before retiring. She continued teaching piano and organ
lessons in the county for 50 years while keeping the store
open. Agnes was very active in CWF and cooking for the
Lions Club. They were big contributors to the building of
the new church.
Agnes attended every Women's retreat until it got too
difficult for her to attend. She and her daughter Alice did
the music and singing one year at retreat. Agnes served as
Worship, Membership and Evangelism Chairman in the church
and did a great job with each. Upon her retirement, she
left the organ playing to Charles Hudson. The church has
always been an important part of Agnes's life.
Today Agnes's family consists of her daughter and
son-in-law Alice and Jerry Cochran. Seven grandchildren
and spouses, sixteen great-grand children and numerous
great-great grand children.
SPECIAL OFFERING FOR THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
Dear Church Family:
If you are like me, you live on a budget and have to plan
for upcoming events. Well, I am asking you to start
planning. By a suggestion given to the Worship Team by a
member of the church, we will be hosting a "Love Offering"
to be given to The American Cancer Society. Many of us in
the last few months have been touched by cancer. Some
directly, some in-directly. As a result, we've lost loved
ones and friends and we've rejoiced in the healing and/or
remission of others. On June 3rd and June 10th, we will
accept donations to ACS. Envelopes will be placed in the
pews and can be placed in the offering plate. You can
specify either a memorial or in honor of, or you can give a
donation with no name. The American Cancer Society will
receive all funds given with a list of names that are
specified. You may also give your donation directly to
Curtis or Beth. This is our opportunity as a church family
to help support an organization that is for the good of
many.
Thanks for your consideration.
Worship Committee
DYF - KIDS IN CHRIST GARAGE SALE
On April 7th, from 8am-1pm, the Disciples Youth and Kids in
Christ will host a garage sale under the church drive. All
proceeds will go directly into the Youth Fund to help pay
for camps this summer.
If you have any items that are worthy for a garage sale
that you would like to donate, we would be glad to take it
off your hands. You can either bring you items to the
church or contact me to arrange for pickup.
As always, both groups appreciate your continued support.
Carla Hudson
CANDY NEEDED FOR EASTER EGG HUNT
The Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held on April 1st after
church and prior to Kids in Christ. We have baskets and
some plastic eggs. WE NEED CANDY that will easily fit into
the eggs. If you would like to donate candy, just leave it
in the kitchen at church or give it to Carla, Skye, Carrie
or Ro. You can also bring plastic eggs already filled with
candy if you so choose. (We've typically had about 200 eggs
to hide. I currently have about 100)
You are a kind and gracious people. Thanks for helping us
offset the costs to host this event for the kids.
APRIL 1
Palm Sunday
Easter Egg Hunt on the Lawn following morning services
APRIL 5
Maunday Thursday
Seder Dinner and Tenebre Service
6:30 p.m.
APRIL 8
Easter Sunday
Sunrise Service 8:00 a.m. at Jerry Dutsch's
Easter Breakfast 9:00 at Church
Morning Services begin at 10:30 a.m.
Craig Steven Rutherford
of
Brite Divinity School
Graduating Class of 2007
Invites you to attend
The Hooding Service
Saturday May 12, 2007
at 12 o'clock noon
University Christian Church
2720 S. University Drive - Fort Worth, Texas
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