Christian Visitor Weekly Newsletter Volume 71 ~ Issue 29 July 17, 2018

Office Hours: Monday ~ Thursday [8:00 a.m. ~ 4:30 p.m.]

Office Phone: 785-448-3452 Website: www.fccgarnett.org

If the Christian life was all about following rules, we might expect to read, “Do these things so that God will accept you. Be careful not to lie or steal or curse or lash out in anger, because God will punish you.” But it’s not like that. We’re not auditioning. We’re already in the band. We’re in the family. So, what we read in Ephesians 2-3 is intensely personal. Don’t make the Spirit sad. When we don’t live in the “new self” God has created for us, it grieves Him. But this still isn’t about punishment—it’s about being who we are in our new selves. Remember in the first chapter the Spirit was described as “a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession” (Ephesians 1:14). That’s what it’s saying here. We’ve been “sealed for the day of redemption.” The Spirit is in our lives, renewing us. When we don’t cooperate, He grieves. But when we do cooperate, we grow. Look at verses 31–32. We put off those “Gentile” ways—the ways of the world— bitterness, rage, hatred. We treat each other well. Not that we’re all suddenly perfect, but we’re forgiven, and so we forgive others. Ephesians 5:1 “Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” LIVE IT OUT Confession: This passage mentions various behaviors we should examine in ourselves. Where have we strayed from the way of Jesus, especially in the areas of truth-telling, angry outbursts, stealing, and destructive language? But don’t just feel guilty about these things—confess them and carry a new commitment to live God’s way. Communication Review: Take some time to evaluate your patterns of communication: at home, in the church, and at work. Are you telling the whole truth, or just avoiding technical lies? Are you building others up? Consider healthier habits you could work on. Anger Cleanse: Every night before bed, get rid of your anger. Apologize, confess, make peace with those who may be the cause of your anger, and commit to sorting things out in the morning, if need be. You won’t solve every problem, but it can mean stronger relationships and better sleep. Cost-Benefit Analysis: The biblical discussion of stealing raises an interesting idea. How much are you taking and how much are you giving? We’re not talking about theft, but about love. Is your work all about gathering resources for yourself? Or are you “doing something useful with your hands” in order to “share with those in need”? Accountability: Invite a trusted Christian friend to check up on you as you find new ways to put on the “new self” and learn the way of Christ.

JULY 15, 2018 ATTENDANCE & FINANCIAL REPORT SUNDAY SCHOOL ~ 64 WORSHIP SERVICE: 8:00 A.M. ~ 69 10:30 A.M. ~ 180

FINANCE: GENERAL: $3415 TO DATE: $13643 NEW BUILDING: $105 TO DATE: $890

SUNDAY SCHOOL

Nursery Available during Sunday School and 10:30 a.m. Worship Services age 0 to 4 years

1. Classes that meet in the Annex on Sunday:

• Age 4 thru 5th | Kristina Sommer

• Jr High Class: 6th, 7th and 8th grade | Gayla Corley

• “New Creation” Adult Study | Ephesians

2. The High School Class 9th thru 12th meet in the Family Life North Room

3. The SOS Adult Study meet in the Fellowship Hall: They are studying, “The Journey:

Walking the Road to Bethlehem” by Adam Hamilton

4. The Opportunity Adult Class meet in the office of Pastor Chris. The study guides they

use is the Standard Lesson Curriculum

5. The Great Expectations Adult Class meet in the Library. They are studying a DVD based

series “the ROCK, the ROAD and the RABBI” by Kathie Lee Gifford with Rabbi Jason Sobel

Sunday School Class Reports

The Opportunity Class had 7 present Sunday with 5 members who brought their Bible and

5 were daily readers. Prayers are being requested for Denise Hamilton ~ Gladys Young ~

Margery Hunt ~ Willis Bartlett (brother of Rosie Jordan) ~ Steve Spangler. Praise: (1) Ruth

Allen was in Sunday School again! (2) The boys in the cave were brought out safely. Mary

Hamilton opened the class with prayer followed by leading the class lesson “The Widow and

the Unjust Judge,” Luke 18:1-8 and closed in prayer.

The SOS Class had 14 present Sunday and two guests Miranda Thummell and Robert

Allen. They had 12 who brought their Bible and 8 daily readers. Prayers requested for Bea

Lile, Burke Rogers, Nick Wales | grandson in military of Orville and LaVerne ~ Ethan

Bilderback grandson in military of Dave & Janette Bilderback ~ Gene Watson ~ Ruth Allen

~ Lois Gebert ~ Juanita Kellerman ~ Roger & Phyllis Adams ~ Ken Peters and family|cousin

of Cheryl Varvel ~ George & Jeanine Zentner ~ Tom Gowing ~ Nelda Potter ~ Gary & Linda

Benjamin & Loydene Wests’ son Dean Wolfe brother Maurice White and wife and niece

Tonya. Bob Meliza opened the class with prayer. Burke Rogers led the lesson on “The

Journey (Page23). Next week: Begin on page 28 (middle of page). The class closed with

the “Lord’s Prayer.”

You offered me an example of the kind of FAITH to live.

A life of holy devotion to a GOD who freely gives.

THIS WEEK AT FCC

Tuesday, July 17 thru Monday, July 23

Tuesday, July 17

Tuesday Prayer Group meet in the Annex at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 18

Mission Team Committee will meet in the Annex at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, July 19

The Christian Crafters meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Annex

There will be NO Care Team Meeting in July Friday, July 20

Happy Birthday to Reed Richardson

Saturday, July 21

Happy Birthday to Karen Brinkmeyer

Happy Anniversary to Dr Howard & Doris Wilson

Happy Anniversary to Garren & Mary Hunt

Happy Anniversary to Steve & Marcia Spring

Sunday, July 22

The Worship Committee meet following 10:30 a.m. Worship Services.

Happy Birthday to Jim Jasper

Happy Birthday to Betty Jasper

Happy Birthday to Darlene Olson

Monday, July 23

The Christian Woodworkers meet weekly on Monday’s at 8:30 a.m.

Happy Birthday to Earl Peine

Welcome Guests to FCC!

We’re glad that you could visit with us!

And hope does not put us to shame, because God's love

has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy

Spirit, who has been given to us. Romans 5:5

Landyn Grieshaber grandson of Mark & Sondra Grieshaber, Rylee Rockers guest of Lena

Adams, Rylea Felt guest of Shelby Hurt, Jaxson McAdam grandson of Doug & Connie

Meyer, Spencer Guyett great grandson of Alice Chase, Joni Tucker, Gavin Cranor, Frankie

Swango grandmother of Nicole Wiehl, Apollo Spring grandson of Steve & Marcia Spring

God bless your day with smiles, laughter, sunshine, mercy,

kindness and peace. ENJOY YOUR DAY!

Our Veterans and Military

Air Force: Paul Kuder, nephew of Reid & Karen Miller |Matthew Schryer, Grandson of

Frieda Hurt & nephew of Marcia Spring | Nicholas L Wales, grandson of Orville & LaVerne

Cole | Jesse Hale, nephew of Rosemary Turner

Army: Dustin Worthington, grandson of Max & Deb Worthington | Ethan Bilderback,

grandson of Dave & Janette Bilderback | Thad Dodds, grandson of Alice Chase | Nicholas

Watkins, son of Steve Watkins | BJ Moody, grandson of Tom & Janice Tush

Marines: Noah Kuder, grand-nephew of Reid & Karen Miller | Spencer Guyett, great

grandson of Alice Chase

Navy: Alyssa Morford, granddaughter of Les & Lennet Thomas

Our Loved Ones in Care Centers

Morningstar Care Home: Birdie Zentner | Guest Homes: Ruth Gorrell | Parkview

Heights: Jean Brown | Olive Kline | Ruby Schuster | George Zentner | Ruth Allen|

Residential Living: Vera Wills | Diana Bowen

Extended Family & Friends Long Term

Phyllis Adams | Linda Benjamin | Ardis Comfort & Nancy Lake (Gayla Corley) | Pastor Harold

Demoret (brother of Shirley Modlin) | Lois Gebert | Clarence Hermann | Jim Jordan | Willis

Kramer (dad of Sandy Lewis) | Jo Lowe (Ken & Barbara McMillan) | Jim McAllister | Wilma

McIntosh and all my family, Judy Meyer (Nancy Horn) | Bob Meliza | Waunita Porter (Larry

Porter) | Nelda Potter | Steve Richardson (son of Reed & Carol) | Becky Roush (Carol

Hermreck & Carolyn Schuster) | Bill Thornton, Sr. | Steve Watkins | Carol White (sister-in-

law of Loydene West) | Tanya (niece of Loydene West) | Dean Wolfe (son of Loydene West)

Our Church Families / Friends

Week 1, July 15: Steve Spangler (Mary Hamilton) | Sister in law | Morgan Hurt

Week 2, July 8: Nick Watkins in Kuwait (son of Steve Watkins) | Hailey Williams (Judy

Tisor) | Marge Hunt (Darlene Olson & Mary Hamilton) | Denise Hamilton (Mary Hamilton) |

Donna Williams | (son) Dean Wolfe, (brother) Maurice White, (niece) Tanya (Loydene

West) | Cameron Shilling (Gayla Corley) | Angie Wright | Kimmie Damron

Week 3, July 1: Paul (Pete) Schuster (Bill & Barbara Ratliff) | Mary Fagg (sister of Wilma

McIntosh) | the family of Richard Ford (brother of Anita New)

AFTER 3 WEEKS, YOUR PRAYER REQUEST WILL BE REMOVED UNLESS YOU WRITE ON THE SUNDAY FLAP,

PHONE OFFICE: 785-448-3452 OR EMAIL MARSHA DULIN: MARSHA@FCCGARNETT.ORG

Monthly Support Group

Crossroads Hospice offers support groups for families and

caregivers to help move beyond grief and heal emotionally. By

participating in this program, you will learn about natural

reactions to loss, what grief is, and how different people respond

to it. Most find it comforting to know they are not on this new

journey alone.

Date: 4th Thursday of the Month (July 26, 2018) | Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Location: First Christian Church (In the Church Annex)

Offering gentle support to better understand yourself and the grief process.

Contact: Katie Willis (913) 850-7537 (RSVP not necessary)

June 2018 Hidden Haven Christian Camp Scholarships

High School 1: Jaxcen Farren

Middle School 1: Allyssa Adams | Kammee Bachman |Rylee Clark | Hope Goetz | Allie

Gruver | Ty Hedrick | Alexis Hess | Casey Hurt | Carissa Jones | Orra Lutz | Kaitlin

Mersman | Andrew Modlin | Mackinzee Poeverlein |Mackenzie Sanchez | Gabriel Wight

5-6 Camp 1: Obree Barnes | Emma Corbin |Lily Corbin | Kimmie Damron | MaKenna

Goetz | Adrian Hess | Brittney Hurt | Shelbie Kabel | Chaya Sparks | Brooklyn Strobel |

Emma Struttman | Michael Figgins | Emmett Holloway | Hunter Hulcy | Camryn Wilson |

Connor Wise

Total Cost for June camps: $3,234.00

First Christian Church Family,

We all want to say thank you for the wonderful service,

all the church family and friends for their memorial

contributions, all your love and support extended to her

over the years, the visits, flowers, food, cards and

kindness shown to our Mother. She truly loved her

church family!

Thank you to those who faithfully took communion to

mother when she could no longer drive and to Guest

Home Estate this past year and took time to visit with

her.

Thank you for the nice meal and letting us have Mother’s dinner at the church so we could

visit afterwards with family and friends. We so enjoyed the music provided by Carmen

Powls and Butch Rockers.

God Bless, Larry & Linda and family, Sandy & Pat and family and Carol & family.

PASTOR

Chris Goetz, Senior Pastor

Phone: 503-474-7965

Email: chris@fccgarnett.org

SECRETARY

Marsha Dulin, Secretary

Office: 785-448-3452

Phone: 785-448-4367

Email: marsha@fccgarnett.org

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH ELDERS

*Kevin Lewis: 785-204-2257 Doug Meyer: 913-909-7680

Jason Sjorlund: 785-448-7660 Steve Spring: 913-215-8290

Larry Varvel: 785-448-5794 Mike Zentner: 785-204-1105

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH DEACONS

Ron Anderegg: 785-448-4537 Jonathan Born: 620-340-7784

Dane Byerley: 785-304-2831 Cody Clark: 785- 448-8093

Craig Cole: 785-448-4504 Gaylon Corley: 785-448-8373

Mike Croucher: 785-448-8077 James Dodd: 785-418-5479

Dan Dulin: 785-204-1185 Jeff Finn: 620-431-8486

Greg Gwin: 785-229-5105 Aaron Hedrick 785-304-1236

Earl Peine: 785-448-6186 Bill Ratliff: 785-248-3854

Nathan Wiehl: 785-204-2178 Lynn Wilson 785-448-3451