The Long View Volume 52 Number 18, September 13, 2018
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The Long View Volume 52 Number 18, September 13, 2018 Sunday Worship Join us for worship on October 7, World Communion Sunday, 9:15 am - Sunday School which offers congregations an opportunity to experience Holy 10:30 am - Worship Service in Sanctuary the Communion with the global community of faith. The first OFFICE HOURS Sunday of October has become a time when Christians in Monday - Thursday every culture break bread and pour the cup to remember and 9:00am - 4:30pm affirm Christ as the Head of the Church. On that day, we Friday 9:00am - Noon remember that we are part of the whole body of believers. CHURCH STAFF The church picnic is planned for October 7 DR. RICHARD C. EMERSON from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm (we will eat at Senior Minister 5:00 pm) at The Pavillion at Pirky Power REV. EVAN DOLIVE Plant. Come prepared for plenty of food, Associate Minister games, fun and fellowship. Minibuses will REV. DAVID FARMER be available at the church for transportation to the picnic. Call or Minister of Outreach sign up in the office. For those of you wishing to take your own REV. MIRANDA DOLIVE vehicle, directions are as follows: From Longview, head east Minister of Music bound on I-20 and take exit 610 (FM 3251). Take a right on 3251 and go down about 3 miles to the plant entrance (on your right). AARON TURNER The plant entry road will come to a gate. Push the red button and Organist the gate will open. Once inside, you will take the SECOND gravel LYN BLOUNT road to the left that will lead you into the park. Dir. of Children’s Ministries PAM SURLES Reconciliation Ministry P.R.E.P. School Director Special Offering 2018 ALICIA FARR October 7 Financial Secretary Office Coordinator This special offering is received in the fall and the funds GEORGE TERRELL are used throughout the year to provide grants to the pro- Facilities Coordinator reconciliation/anti-racism initiative – organizing to dismantle systems BETH GRANT and structures that perpetuate this sin of division within the church. Childcare Coordinator BETTY KIRKINDOLL Stewardship Campaign Secretary The theme for our Stewardship Campaign is “God’s Work . Our RUTH LEWIS Maintenance Manager Gifts.” The campaign dates are September 23, 30 and October 7 (pledge cards received in worship Oct. 7). Please be in prayer as to 720 NORTH SIXTH STREET LONGVIEW, TEXAS 75601 how you can continue to be faithful in your financial contributions for 903.753.7611 the 2019 budget. The proposed budget will be posted October 21 in www.fcclongview.org the church office. The congregation is encouraged to submit nomination requests for Elder and Diaconate positions. Please give your suggestions to Gary Fort, General Board Chair. Fellowship Dinner with Friends Tuesdays at 5:45 pm Monday & Wednesday – Mat Yoga @ 9:00 am (CH) Tuesday & Thursday – Chair Yoga @ 9:00 am (CH) September 16 – Faithful Families @ 6:00 pm (Man) September 18 & 25 September 17 – Board Meeting @ 6:00 pm (CH) Jalapeno Tree September 25 – Coffee & Conversation @ 9:30 am (Silver Grizzly Espresso) September 25 – Heritage Bible Study @ 10:00 am (P) The Tuesday Trippers have September 25 – Prayer Group @ 6:30 pm (Dykes’) planned exciting trips for the upcoming months. Outings are usually the 3rd Tuesday of the month leaving the church at 10:00 am. Dates and times may vary. September 17 @ 6:00 pm, Cornerstone Hall We will be travelling to Marshall, Texas on All Elders/Diaconate/Ministry September 18 to visit the Starr Family Home Chairs are to attend. The and Michelson Museum of Fine Arts. Congregation is also invited. Creative Cottage will begin each Wednesday at 10:15 am effective immediately. ATTENTION ALL BAKERS & CHEFS!! Creative Cottage will be Mondays at 6:30 pm having their Fall Bazaar Mansinger House. on Tuesday, October 2 and Wednesday, October 3 from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm with a preview on Sunday, Join us for Dr. Emerson’s September 30 in the parlor. Wednesday Bible study Many talented artists will contribute to “Epic of Eden” at 5:00 pm the variety of unique creations. in the Conference Room. Please showcase your talents by bringing treats in transparent bags. Small breads “Jeremiah are wonderful because you can try Daring to Hope in an several! Unstable World” Mondays, 12 – 1 pm Thank you for your support. Sundays, 4 - 6 pm Mansinger House FCC Outreach Moment The Women’s Center of East Texas Chi Rho (grades 6 – 8) CYF (grades 9-12) For over 30 years, The Women’s Center of East Texas has served battered women, their witnessing children, and victims We had a great kick off to the semester! I want to of sexual assault. They have responded to tens of thousands give a big thank you to the Bachtells for their of calls for help, and there is so much more to be done. Each hospitality! Be sure to check out day is spent exploring options, enhancing safety and creating fcclongview.org/youthdates for the Fall Schedule! community change with victims of domestic and stranger and/or non-stranger sexual violence in the following ways: We want to have a great semester but we can only have it if you are there. Emergency Shelter Outreach Support Be sure to mark your calendars for Fall retreats for Legal Support and Advocacy both middle and high school. You can sign up now Accompaniment at disciplescrossing.org. 24 hour Crisis Hotline Services Information and Referrals Let’s have a great year! Community Education Spanish Speaking Services Rev. Evan Hope’s Closet Thank you, First Christian, for supporting this worthy MUSICAL HAPPENINGS endeavor. By the grace of our Lord God, go we. All are welcome! John E. Blount Contact Rev. Miranda for more info. Chancel Choir: Wednesdays at 6:30 pm Praise Band: Thursdays at 6:15 pm DISCIPLE LADIES! Come Away for a Day and Angel Choir (ages 3-6): During Sunday Reflect, Renew and School Retreat! Genesis Singers’ Children’s Choir (Grades We have been invited to a one day Disciple Women’s 1-5): Wednesdays at 4:15 pm Gathering in Winnsboro, Texas! What a great opportunity to reach out beyond our campus and get together with other Chancel Bells: Wednesdays at 5:15 pm Disciple Sisters! Exodus Youth Choir (grades 6-12): Sundays Karen Rawlins (FCC Mt. Pleasant) is heading up this event. at 4:00 pm The Keynote Speaker is Charlotte Stephens and the Music Morning Bells: Mondays at 10:30 am Leader is Cheryl Smith. There will be two breakout sessions and other inspirational activities. A new church pictorial When: October 13 Where: Central Christian Church directory is in the works! 110 East Sage Street Winnsboro, TX 75494 Volunteers are needed to call Cost: $5.00 our members for scheduling Times: Registration – 9:30 am their appointment for the church pictorial Opening Program – 10:00 am directory. Concludes – 3:00 pm Please call or text Wanda Green @ (903) 237- Disciple Homes will be the Outreach Project. 9486 if you can help or email to Sign-up sheet is in the church office. [email protected]. For more information, please call: Dottie Bachtell Pictures will be taken on: 903-736-7215 Oct. 17 – 19 from 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm October 20 from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Hope to see you there! Oct. 23 – 25 from 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm Members and Friends Prayer List ABC Class – “God’s World and God’s People” by Donald K. McKim Members: Mary Flatt, Glenda Bruce, Sue Davis, Pat Skinner, Don Auderer, Mildred McNew, Les Cole, Jodie Johnson, Sharon Wilson, David Roberts, Meets 4th floor, West End, Last Room Jamie & Madi Hill, Billie Ogden, June Green, Carlos & Margaret Griffin, Teacher: Rotating Geraldine Dickinson, David Grimes, Bunky Grimes, Ramona Dickinson, ACTS Class – “Anxious for Nothing” by Max Lucado th Debi & Les Plaxco, Martha Cochran, Andy Malone, Lacey Cline, Colton Meets 4 floor, East End, Last Room Rieger Teacher: Rotating Cornerstone Class – “God’s World & God’s People” by Donald K. McKim Friends: Darrell McKnight, Kati Hammett, Baby Korban, Joanie Roberts, Ann Meets in Cornerstone Hall Lary, Bobbie Thuma, Cherie Humphrey, Chris & Martha Breedlove, Teacher: Rick Shepherd Monta Ballard, Wayne Hall, Melba Brewer & family, Lisa, Don Ellis, Sarah GNG Class –– “The Bible: An Introduction” by Dr. Jerry L. Sumney Cotter, House of Hope, Jim Lockhart & family, Brittany Gill, Theresa Neslony & family, Jerry & Mary Rhinehart Meets in Conference Room Teacher: Rotating Seekers Class – “Seeing Gray in a World of Black and White” by Adam We extend our Christian sympathy to the Hamilton Owings family upon the death of Ann th Meets 4 floor, East End - Last Room on Right Owings. Teacher: Bill Holloman Sojourners – “Invitation to Psalms” by Michael Jinkins Meets in Mansinger House on 7th Street Memorials Gifts can be made to the church in memory, honor or Teacher: Rev. Evan Dolive celebration to many different church funds such as the Building Visions Class – “The Thirteen Disciples” by J. Ellsworth Kalas Fund, Property Fund, Bethany Home, General Memorial Fund, Meets 4th floor, West End, Last Room on Right Library, Music Fund, Pipe Organ Fund, Youth, Info Tech, etc. There is a Teacher: David Farmer memorial book in the parlor that lists memorials given. Take a moment to review this book. LECTIONARY TEXTS FOR: FCC Flower Ministry is a great way to acknowledge your loved ones in honor/memory/celebration, etc. FCC provides a rosebud for the Sunday, September 16 birth of a child of an active church member. Purchasing a flower Proverbs 1:20-33; Psalm 19; James 3:1-12; Mark arrangement for the chancel is a great way to honor the birth of 8:27-38 grandchildren and their parents.