CONTACT: Rev. Mark Taylor mtaylor@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
Time to throw open the windows and clean out those closets! As you do your annual spring-cleaning, remember the Youth Garage Sale wants your stuff. Please save unwanted, gently used, and unneeded items and donate them to the garage sale fundraiser benefiting our First Christian Church Youth Mission Fund. The sale is Saturday, May 5 (9am-2pm), so start bringing stuff NOW! We will be accepting donations at the church beginning Monday, April 30 (10am-6pm). If you have any questions about the garage sale, contact Rev. Mark (above).

CONTACT: Rev. Mark Taylor mtaylor@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
Thank you to the individuals and Sunday School Classes who helped finance the Youth’s mission project serving lunch to participants at Church Under the Bridge on Sunday, April 8, 2018. Eighteen youth, along with many adult sponsors, were present to prepare, pack and serve lunch. The Youth and volunteers received a warm welcome on a very cold and windy day. Because of your support, the Youth were able to serve 250 people. There were even leftovers that were given to Breakfast on Boulevard to serve in lunches.

The Youth would love to share about their experience with Church Under the Bridge. If your Sunday School Class is interested in hearing from the Youth, contact Rev. Mark (above). If you, or your class, did not have the opportunity to help this time, don’t worry - the Youth will be serving again in the Fall. Blessings from the Youth of FCC!

CONTACT: Rev. Mark Taylor mtaylor@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
Applications are now being accepted for First Christian Church’s Summer Apprentice Program. This program provides the opportunity to explore the idea of ministry as a vocation, while learning leadership skills and being an active role model for our children and youth. Experience and best match for program needs will be considered and evaluated through an interview process.

Summer Ministry Apprentice (8-10 hours/week) Works with both Children’s and Student Ministries and must have completed at least one year of college or have graduated high school at least one year prior to the start of the apprenticeship.

To find out more about this summer opportunity, contact Rev. Mark (above).

CONTACT: Rev. Mark Taylor mtaylor@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
Join us each Sunday morning at 10am in the Family Life Center for breakfast, announcements and Sunday School classes and each Wednesday night for UNITE! 

April 30 – May 4 – Garage Sale Collection & Prep – 10am to 6pm in the Family Life Center – WE NEED YOU!
Saturday, May 5 – Garage Sale & Bake Sale Fundraiser  - 9am to 2pm in the Family Life Center
Sunday, May 6 – Youth Sunday - Youth will lead the 9 & 11am worship services. Senior Recognitions will also happen during these services.

Here are some important 2018 dates to remember:
May 27 – June 2 International Affairs Seminar
June 4 – 8 Chi Rho Camp (Grades 6-8) at Oakridge Camp (near Anadarko)
June 10 – 16 High School Mission Trip
June 25 – 29 CYF Conference (Grades 9-12) at Central Oklahoma Camp (near Guthrie)
July 15 – 21 Middle School Mission Trip
August 19 – Fall  Kickoff

CONTACT: Rev. Mark Taylor mtaylor@fccedmond.org 
On Wednesday, April 11, we recognized our 2018 high school graduates at Unite. We congratulate them on their achievements and the dedication it took to reach this milestone. This is the culmination of it all; that moment when they are finally rewarded for staying focused on their studies.

As the Minister of Student Ministries, I want to thank them for being a part of our lives and the life of the church along the way. I also want to take a moment and thank you, as part of their church family, for the years of prayer and support you have given, either directly or indirectly. Having a support system like First Christian Church is significant and can make a huge difference when faced with the struggles and challenges that accompany the educational journey. So in addition to congratulating our graduates and recognizing their teachers and families for the roles they have played in each of their lives, I also want to thank you for walking alongside them, offering support, kindness and Christian love.

Special congratulations to the High School Graduating Class of 2018: Mike Adkins, Bennett Brinkman, Colton Carrington, Delaney Ernst, Anna Felix, Tatum Fondren, Anna Hall, Karsen Heron, Justin Hoppe, Jimmy King, Theo Kinnaird, Katie Pierce, Logan Rust, Zoya Schmoyer, Braden Steele, Preston Stout, Ryan Watts, Shelby Wilkerson, Jimmy Wood

CONTACT: Rev. Micah James mjames@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
Two important events – annual Leadership Training School for laity and clergy and the biennial business meeting, the Regional Assembly – have been combined into one great event! This event will be held Saturday, April 28, 8:30am-3:30pm at New Covenant Christian Church, OKC. You’ll find a variety of Leadership Training workshops to equip you with new approaches to worship, church administration, stewardship and much more. Voting delegates from each congregation and Oklahoma’s clergy register to participate in the Region’s biennial business meeting. Free child care for infants – 5th grade. For details and registration information visit www.okdisciples.org/ra-2018

CONTACT: Rev. Dr. John Regan jregan@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
On Sunday, May 6, at 10am in the Chapel, the Finance Committee will provide an update on the finances of the congregation. We will share information about the General Fund (operating budget), the Strategic Campaign, and the Child Care Center budget. There will also be opportunities to ask questions. All are invited to attend.

CONTACT: Jennifer Humphrey jhumphrey@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544

Hallie Ball – daughter of Larry & Diane Ball - Human Development and Family Science: Early Childhood Education – Oklahoma State University
Chase Carrington – grandson of Sue Archer - Financial Planning Degree - University of Central Oklahoma
Travis Christensen – son of Benny & Lee Christensen - Marketing (Rhetoric and Writing) Degree - University of Arkansas at Fort Smith
Madison Huffer – daughter of Brian & Susan Huffer - Child and Family Services Degree - Oklahoma State University
Austin Kysar Keel – son of Don & Jill Keel - Political Science Degree - Oklahoma State University
Jack Kinnaird – son of Scott & Robbi Kinnaird - Strategic Communication Degree - University of Central Oklahoma

Do You Have a College Graduate? We would love to know if you have a child or grandchild graduating from college, or if YOU are graduating from college! Please submit the name of your college graduate, their school and degree to news@fccedmond.org or write it on your connection form during Sunday worship. We’ll be listing college grads in another upcoming newsletter so our whole church family can rejoice with them!

Edmond Community Chorale & UCO Concert
CONTACT: Bev Schmoyer grandmabev05@aol.com 
This Saturday, April 28, at 7:30pm, the UCO Concert Chorale, Cantilena, and University Choir will be joined by the Edmond Community Chorale and the UCO Symphony Orchestra to perform Requiem in C minor by Luigi Cherubini. This concert features First Christian’s own Terry Earnheart, Mark Parkhurst and Bev Schmoyer. This Masterworks Concert will be held at Mitchell Hall Theatre at UCO. Tickets are $10, free for UCO students, and $7 for Non-UCO students, senior citizens, veterans, UCO alumni, faculty and staff. Tickets may be purchased at the door or at mitchellhalltheatre.com.

Oklahoma Choral Artists Concert
CONTACT: Elaine Warner okietravel@yahoo.com 
On Sunday, May 6, at 4pm, John Blackwell’s Oklahoma Choral Artists are presenting “Ode to Song,” a concert of choral works celebrating music and singing. This concert features First Christian’s own Michael Grant and Elaine Warner who are OCA members. The concert will be held at Putnam City Christian Church (4215 N. Grove, Oklahoma City). The concert is free to the public.

CONTACT: Rev. Dr. John Regan jregan@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
The Endowment Portfolio of First Christian Church is governed by the Endowment Investment Committee Policy and the Endowment Allocation Committee Policy that were established by the Church Board. The Endowment consists of seven categories of endowed funds. Donors may contribute to any or all of the categories at the time of the gift through a written Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The Endowment Investment Committee will assist donors in the preparation of the MOU to meet their passions and preferences as they share these resources to create permanent funds for the Endowment.

Here are the Endowment Categories with brief descriptions and examples of how they support the total mission and the varied ministries of the congregation:
A. Programming—this category of the endowment creates funding for the Church to create new events, programs, and ministries that are unable to be self-funded or funded through the General Fund. First Christian Church has historically been committed to the “best practices” of ministry that are often discovered in other congregations and denominations. As the Church adapts to a rapidly changing cultural landscape for ministry, First Christian will use the programing endowment for seed money to innovate and experiment with new models of ministries and programs. Typically this funding will be of a one year or two year period until a new ministry can become self-funding or secure funding through the annual general fund.
B. Physical Plant—this endowment category helps maintain the brick and mortar on the First Christian Campus that includes five connecting buildings (Chapel, Fellowship Hall, Child Care Center, Sanctuary/Administrative Offices/Classrooms, and the Family Life Center/Gym. This fund will also support future maintenance envisioned in the 2015 Master Building Plan. As we grow this category we will be able to meet long term maintenance liabilities for roof replacement, HVAC replacement, major plumbing and electrical upgrades, and the routine replacement of flooring, painting, lighting, and fire suppression systems. This fund will help us maintain and lengthen the life of our beloved Chapel (1947) which is vital for weddings, funerals, Sunday worship, and Wednesday night Unite services for our vibrant children and youth ministries.
C. Music—the music endowment category is to support and expand the variety of music ministries at First Christian from the classical to the contemporary. This fund will provide support for instruments like our pianos, organs, hand bells, and praise band instruments, and also for emerging ministries like our ukulele group and instruments needed for our children’s choirs. These funds under the governance of the Music Team may also arrange for guest musicians for cantatas, special events or the purchase of music that would normally not be possible to fund through the annual budget.
D. Clergy Housing—this endowment category was created years ago when First Christian sold its parsonage to one of its senior ministers. The proceeds from this sale created an endowed fund to be used to recruit, retain, and support future ministers. This endowment gives our Personnel Team a competitive edge when we are calling new ministers to serve on our staff. Experience has confirmed that ministers who are provided additional housing support serve longer and are able to grow the personal asset of home equity. In Edmond, housing prices can be out of reach for younger clergy who are also managing student loan debt.
E. Scholarship—this endowment helps First Christian to call and educate the next generation of ministers who will serve as ordained ministers. These funds are restricted to students who are enrolled in an accredited Disciples of Christ seminary pursuing a standard ministry degree (Master of Art in Culture/Master of Divinity).
F. Landscape Improvement & Maintenance—this category provides annual funding to meet the financial costs of maintaining our landscaping, lawns, and systems that sustain our campus. Our irrigation system includes a stand alone well, underground drip irrigation, and an electronically controlled sprinkler system. Our landscaping was designed by a landscape architect who met the rigorous standards of the City of Edmond code with plants and trees that are drought resistant and indigenous to Oklahoma. The beds are mulched annually to conserve water and reduce the amount of weeding required.
G. General Purpose—is an endowment category that provides for requests that are unique in nature and are consistent with our core values, strategic plan, and helps move FCC into the future. These funds might be utilized by the Church Board or in an area of ministry that has an unusual need or project. As an example, the Endowment Investment Committee recognized the need to hire an independent accountant to assist in the search for a new firm to manage the endowment. Children and Youth Ministries recently applied for funding to hire a consultant to help these ministry areas develop a strategic ministry plan for the next five years for these age groups.

CONTACT: Rev. Micah James mjames@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
First Christian Church is switching to Givelify as our mobile platform for giving. Givelify will save us hundreds of dollars in software fees, plus provide a simple way of giving!
To use this new giving platform, simply follow these instructions:
Download the Givelify app from your App Store or Google Play (Iphone/Android). Sign up for your account. Enter the financial information you would like to use to make your gifts. That’s it! It will save your information for easy use the next time you want to give!
At the top of the FCC website, you will see the “G” link to Givelify. You can also give through Givelify that way. As before, ALL gifts made online will be recorded on your giving statement. If you would like to set up an ACH (bank draft), please contact Karla Mahan, our Business Administrator, and she can help you do this through a service with our Bank.

April 26 Fundraiser for Child Care Center, 5:30pm @ Chik-Fil-A (2^nd St, Edmond)
Week of April 30 - May 4 
     Child Care Center Teacher Appreciation Week
     Fundraiser for Student Ministries - Youth Garage Sale Collection Week, Gym
April 30 & May 2, 7 & 9 Tai Chi, 10am, Room 201
May 1 & 8 Tai Chi, 6:30pm, Gym
May 3 Lunch Bunch, 10am, games, Room 131, lunch served at 11:30am
May 5 Fundraiser for Student Ministries - Youth Garage Sale & Bake Sale, 9am-2pm, FLC
May 6 Youth Sunday & Senior Recognition Sunday, 9 & 11am services, Sanctuary
May 6 Financial Town Hall Meeting, 10am, Chapel. All are invited to attend.
May 10 Child Care Center – Muffins with Moms, 4pm, Fellowship Hall
May 13 Mother’s Day
May 27 Unified Worship Service, 10:45am, Sanctuary
May 28 Memorial Day, Church offices and Child Care Center Closed

Worship at First Christian – Sundays at 8:15, 9 & 11am

April 29, 2018 – Minister: Rev. Dr. Chris Shorow; Scripture: Genesis 25:29-34; Children Worship & Wonder: The Good Shepherd & the Wolf

May 6, 2018 – 8:15am – Hymn Sing! In the Chapel - Minister: Rev. Dr. Chris Shorow; 9 & 11am – Youth Sunday! In the Sanctuary – Minister: Rev. Mark Taylor; Children Worship & Wonder: The Good Shepherd & the Lord’s Supper II

May 13, 2018 – Minister: Rev. Micah James; Scripture: Exodus 13:3-10; Children Worship & Wonder: Ascension

Watch and Listen to Sermons Online
Watch and listen to sermons from our worship services anytime! To watch live streaming of our services, follow the link at www.fccedmond.org/live. To listen, visit our Sermons page at www.fccedmond.org. Tell your friends, neighbors, family, and co-workers about First Christian Church, point them to our website, and encourage them to watch and listen online!

Need Wifi?  Be our guest! Public wifi access is available at First Christian Church. Use password “fccedmond”.

“Like” our Facebook page - First Christian Church of Edmond - and stay up-to-date on all the latest events!

CONTACT: Geri Moffatt gerimoffatt@cox.net 405.650.4970
Through your generosity, First Christian Church gives to Outreach Partners throughout our community and beyond. A goal of this committee is to provide information about some of these ministries. This month, we would like to highlight Disciples4Water. Disciples4Water is a joint ministry between First Christian Church of Edmond, Water4, and Global Ministries. It establishes, trains and supports local teams of water well drillers dedicated to providing clean water in areas of need. They also coordinate mission trips with their church partners to work on water-related health care and education projects in our target areas of the world. More information can be found at www.disciples4water.org

CONTACT: Stan Steele granstan39@att.net 405.757.5539
The Security Team is looking for a few good people! This team works on a rotational basis throughout the year and supports the church by being present during church activities. Responsibilities include unlocking and opening doors and classrooms, locking up at the conclusion of events, walking through the church in one of two different areas and even greeting and directing people as they come in! The rotation traditionally runs on Sunday mornings and on Monday and Wednesday evenings - with some special events on Saturdays. The commitment is usually 1-2 times per quarter.

This position is perfect for anyone who wants to serve and still be present in church activities! If you would like to serve your faith community in this way, contact Stan (above).

CONTACT: Sherrye VanOsdol sherryev2@gmail.com 405.850.7286
As we continue to offer Radical Hospitality at First Christian, we realize that we need more members welcoming attendees as they enter our building for worship. As a Door Greeter, there are three areas of need - the Fellowship Hall, the West Hall and the Rotunda entrance. Volunteers are asked to take one Sunday a month, and a specific time of 8:45, 9:45, or 10:45am (Volunteers are asked to be at the entrance 15 minutes before worship begins and stay 5 minutes after worship starts.)

We also need Welcome Desk Greeters to answer the phone and direct any visitors to places they request. This also requires the commitment of one Sunday a month for a one hour time frame (Times available are: 9-10am, 10-11am and 11am-12pm. To serve with FCC's Hospitality Ministry, contact Sherrye (above).

CONTACT: Jennifer Humphrey jhumphrey@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
Summer Church Camp sign-ups for both Children and Youth are happening NOW – it’s time to sign up for the fun! Go to http://www.fccedmond.org/camp for all the details! Registration is ONLY online. Once you have completed the online registration, please print the confirmation page and bring it, along with the registration fee, to the church office by May 16. It’s going to be a great year of Summer Camp!

CONTACT: Jennifer Humphrey jhumphrey@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
Mark your calendars NOW for Vacation Bible School 2018! The theme is “Shipwrecked: Rescued by Jesus,” where kids will discover how Jesus rescues us through life’s storms. VBS is Monday, June 4, through Thursday, June 7, from 6 to 8pm. Register starting May 1 at www.fccedmond.org/register Watch our VBS webpage (www.fccedmond.org/vbs) for how you can help!

CONTACT: Jennifer Humphrey jhumphrey@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
Ages 3 -5 grade, join us each Sunday morning at 10am in the Children’s Education Building for Sunday school and each Wednesday evening for UNITE!

VBS Decoration & Supply Collection Week – May 29-June1 – Love to decorate or want to donate some much needed supplies? Contact Jennifer (above)
Vacation Bible School – June 4-7: “Shipwrecked: Rescued by Jesus” – registration opens May 1 at www.fccedmond.org/register

CONTACT: Rev. Mark Taylor mtaylor@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
Time to throw open the windows and clean out those closets! As you do your annual spring-cleaning, remember the Youth Garage Sale wants your stuff. Please save unwanted, gently used, and unneeded items and donate them to the garage sale fundraiser benefiting our First Christian Church Youth Mission Fund. The sale is Saturday, May 5 (9am-2pm), so start bringing stuff NOW! We will be accepting donations at the church beginning Monday, April 30 (10am-6pm). If you have any questions about the garage sale, contact Rev. Mark (above).

CONTACT: Rev. Mark Taylor mtaylor@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
Thank you to the individuals and Sunday School Classes who helped finance the Youth’s mission project serving lunch to participants at Church Under the Bridge on Sunday, April 8, 2018. Eighteen youth, along with many adult sponsors, were present to prepare, pack and serve lunch. The Youth and volunteers received a warm welcome on a very cold and windy day. Because of your support, the Youth were able to serve 250 people. There were even leftovers that were given to Breakfast on Boulevard to serve in lunches.

The Youth would love to share about their experience with Church Under the Bridge. If your Sunday School Class is interested in hearing from the Youth, contact Rev. Mark (above). If you, or your class, did not have the opportunity to help this time, don’t worry - the Youth will be serving again in the Fall. Blessings from the Youth of FCC!

CONTACT: Rev. Mark Taylor mtaylor@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
Applications are now being accepted for First Christian Church’s Summer Apprentice Program. This program provides the opportunity to explore the idea of ministry as a vocation, while learning leadership skills and being an active role model for our children and youth. Experience and best match for program needs will be considered and evaluated through an interview process.

Summer Ministry Apprentice (8-10 hours/week) Works with both Children’s and Student Ministries and must have completed at least one year of college or have graduated high school at least one year prior to the start of the apprenticeship.

To find out more about this summer opportunity, contact Rev. Mark (above).

CONTACT: Rev. Mark Taylor mtaylor@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
Join us each Sunday morning at 10am in the Family Life Center for breakfast, announcements and Sunday School classes and each Wednesday night for UNITE! 

April 30 – May 4 – Garage Sale Collection & Prep – 10am to 6pm in the Family Life Center – WE NEED YOU!
Saturday, May 5 – Garage Sale & Bake Sale Fundraiser  - 9am to 2pm in the Family Life Center
Sunday, May 6 – Youth Sunday - Youth will lead the 9 & 11am worship services. Senior Recognitions will also happen during these services.

Here are some important 2018 dates to remember:
May 27 – June 2 International Affairs Seminar
June 4 – 8 Chi Rho Camp (Grades 6-8) at Oakridge Camp (near Anadarko)
June 10 – 16 High School Mission Trip
June 25 – 29 CYF Conference (Grades 9-12) at Central Oklahoma Camp (near Guthrie)
July 15 – 21 Middle School Mission Trip
August 19 – Fall  Kickoff

THOSE IN NEED OF PRAYER Bill & Connie LaRue, John & Dot Hammond, Ed & Mary Walker, Lorene Wilkinson, Tommy Atchison, Ann Cather, Jo Jackson, Gary Briney

OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS TO Carol Jennings and the Eric Jennings Family in the passing of their mother and grandmother, Polly Rutt, on April 9. Private family service will be held at a later date AND TO Ken McClain and Family in the passing of his wife, Shirley McClain, on April 18. A memorial service will be held at a later date AND TO Karla Rowley and Family in the passing of her cousin, Harold Haralson, on April 24. Services pending.

CELEBRATING A BABY DEDICATION Jett Dean VanOsdol, son of Kody & Lauren VanOsdol, was dedicated on April 22. Grandparents are Kelly & Sherrye VanOsdol and Cathy Guyer AND Kai Henry Bezdek, son of Jeff & Laura Bezdek, was dedicated on Sunday, April 22. Grandparents are Ken & Margaret Kysar.

Please share your prayer requests with us so we can pray for you. Contact Pastoral Assistant, Iris Muno Jordan at ijordan@fccedmond.org or 341-3544, ext. 110.

4/30 Susan Channel, Cathy Tompkins  5/1 Julie Baker, Allyson Meyer, Susan Hurst  5/2 Dana Shadid  5/3 Allen Clark, Athena Jones, Tim McFall  5/4 Sue Johnson, Debbie Schmoyer  5/5 Ella Brinkman, Bret Keel  5/6 Alan Schmoyer, Jack Stuckey, Jim Zuckermandel  5/7 Terry Earnheart  5/8 George Jennings, Caleb Stanley, Tracy Williams  5/9 James Stephens, Nikki Sutch  5/10 Billy Harrison, Jake Kerr, Jack Kinnaird, Chad Miller, Cindy Radford  5/11 Jack Warner  5/12 Larry Dodd, Ashley Havenar  5/13 Cara Cummins, Brian Huffer

Worship at First Christian – Sundays at 8:15, 9 & 11am

April 29, 2018 – Minister: Rev. Dr. Chris Shorow; Scripture: Genesis 25:29-34; Children Worship & Wonder: The Good Shepherd & the Wolf

May 6, 2018 – 8:15am – Hymn Sing! In the Chapel - Minister: Rev. Dr. Chris Shorow; 9 & 11am – Youth Sunday! In the Sanctuary – Minister: Rev. Mark Taylor; Children Worship & Wonder: The Good Shepherd & the Lord’s Supper II

May 13, 2018 – Minister: Rev. Micah James; Scripture: Exodus 13:3-10; Children Worship & Wonder: Ascension

Watch and Listen to Sermons Online
Watch and listen to sermons from our worship services anytime! To watch live streaming of our services, follow the link at www.fccedmond.org/live. To listen, visit our Sermons page at www.fccedmond.org. Tell your friends, neighbors, family, and co-workers about First Christian Church, point them to our website, and encourage them to watch and listen online!

Need Wifi?  Be our guest! Public wifi access is available at First Christian Church. Use password “fccedmond”.

“Like” our Facebook page - First Christian Church of Edmond - and stay up-to-date on all the latest events!

CONTACT: Geri Moffatt gerimoffatt@cox.net 405.650.4970
Through your generosity, First Christian Church gives to Outreach Partners throughout our community and beyond. A goal of this committee is to provide information about some of these ministries. This month, we would like to highlight Disciples4Water. Disciples4Water is a joint ministry between First Christian Church of Edmond, Water4, and Global Ministries. It establishes, trains and supports local teams of water well drillers dedicated to providing clean water in areas of need. They also coordinate mission trips with their church partners to work on water-related health care and education projects in our target areas of the world. More information can be found at www.disciples4water.org

CONTACT: Stan Steele granstan39@att.net 405.757.5539
The Security Team is looking for a few good people! This team works on a rotational basis throughout the year and supports the church by being present during church activities. Responsibilities include unlocking and opening doors and classrooms, locking up at the conclusion of events, walking through the church in one of two different areas and even greeting and directing people as they come in! The rotation traditionally runs on Sunday mornings and on Monday and Wednesday evenings - with some special events on Saturdays. The commitment is usually 1-2 times per quarter.

This position is perfect for anyone who wants to serve and still be present in church activities! If you would like to serve your faith community in this way, contact Stan (above).

CONTACT: Sherrye VanOsdol sherryev2@gmail.com 405.850.7286
As we continue to offer Radical Hospitality at First Christian, we realize that we need more members welcoming attendees as they enter our building for worship. As a Door Greeter, there are three areas of need - the Fellowship Hall, the West Hall and the Rotunda entrance. Volunteers are asked to take one Sunday a month, and a specific time of 8:45, 9:45, or 10:45am (Volunteers are asked to be at the entrance 15 minutes before worship begins and stay 5 minutes after worship starts.)

We also need Welcome Desk Greeters to answer the phone and direct any visitors to places they request. This also requires the commitment of one Sunday a month for a one hour time frame (Times available are: 9-10am, 10-11am and 11am-12pm. To serve with FCC's Hospitality Ministry, contact Sherrye (above).

CONTACT: Jennifer Humphrey jhumphrey@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
Summer Church Camp sign-ups for both Children and Youth are happening NOW – it’s time to sign up for the fun! Go to http://www.fccedmond.org/camp for all the details! Registration is ONLY online. Once you have completed the online registration, please print the confirmation page and bring it, along with the registration fee, to the church office by May 16. It’s going to be a great year of Summer Camp!

CONTACT: Jennifer Humphrey jhumphrey@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
Mark your calendars NOW for Vacation Bible School 2018! The theme is “Shipwrecked: Rescued by Jesus,” where kids will discover how Jesus rescues us through life’s storms. VBS is Monday, June 4, through Thursday, June 7, from 6 to 8pm. Register starting May 1 at www.fccedmond.org/register Watch our VBS webpage (www.fccedmond.org/vbs) for how you can help!

CONTACT: Jennifer Humphrey jhumphrey@fccedmond.org 405.341.3544
Ages 3 -5 grade, join us each Sunday morning at 10am in the Children’s Education Building for Sunday school and each Wednesday evening for UNITE!

VBS Decoration & Supply Collection Week – May 29-June1 – Love to decorate or want to donate some much needed supplies? Contact Jennifer (above)
Vacation Bible School – June 4-7: “Shipwrecked: Rescued by Jesus” – registration opens May 1 at www.fccedmond.org/register

THOSE IN NEED OF PRAYER Bill & Connie LaRue, John & Dot Hammond, Ed & Mary Walker, Lorene Wilkinson, Tommy Atchison, Ann Cather, Jo Jackson, Gary Briney

OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS TO Carol Jennings and the Eric Jennings Family in the passing of their mother and grandmother, Polly Rutt, on April 9. Private family service will be held at a later date AND TO Ken McClain and Family in the passing of his wife, Shirley McClain, on April 18. A memorial service will be held at a later date AND TO Karla Rowley and Family in the passing of her cousin, Harold Haralson, on April 24. Services pending.

CELEBRATING A BABY DEDICATION Jett Dean VanOsdol, son of Kody & Lauren VanOsdol, was dedicated on April 22. Grandparents are Kelly & Sherrye VanOsdol and Cathy Guyer AND Kai Henry Bezdek, son of Jeff & Laura Bezdek, was dedicated on Sunday, April 22. Grandparents are Ken & Margaret Kysar.

Please share your prayer requests with us so we can pray for you. Contact Pastoral Assistant, Iris Muno Jordan at ijordan@fccedmond.org or 341-3544, ext. 110.

4/30 Susan Channel, Cathy Tompkins  5/1 Julie Baker, Allyson Meyer, Susan Hurst  5/2 Dana Shadid  5/3 Allen Clark, Athena Jones, Tim McFall  5/4 Sue Johnson, Debbie Schmoyer  5/5 Ella Brinkman, Bret Keel  5/6 Alan Schmoyer, Jack Stuckey, Jim Zuckermandel  5/7 Terry Earnheart  5/8 George Jennings, Caleb Stanley, Tracy Williams  5/9 James Stephens, Nikki Sutch  5/10 Billy Harrison, Jake Kerr, Jack Kinnaird, Chad Miller, Cindy Radford  5/11 Jack Warner  5/12 Larry Dodd, Ashley Havenar  5/13 Cara Cummins, Brian Huffer