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First Christian Church of Claremore (Disciples of Christ)
1010 N. Florence Claremore, OK 74017
918.341.1199
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First Christian Church will conduct a congregational meeting immediately after service on January 8th. At that time, members will vote on the slate of officers  for the Board,  new Elders, and the budget for 2023. The proposed revised Church bylaws will also be voted upon. You are encouraged to r...

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I am delighted to share that I have been accepted into the Doctor of Ministry program at Phillips Theological Seminary and begin my first course in January. Here are a few pieces of information that might be helpful for you to know: What is a Doctor of Ministry degree? A Doctor of Ministry degre...

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Laity are the decision makers and facilitate the work of the church within the Disciples of Christ. Their input and direction guides the work of the staff, including the minister. Congregational polity, which is our form of church governance, is based upon the good news that each person within a ...

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On December 4 at 10 AM you're invited to to learn about the reasoning and the work behind a revised constitution and bylaws that will be presented to the board in December and to the congregation in January. The goal is to update our current documents so that they reflect our context, are simplif...

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Disciples Women Update

Disciples Women met on Thursday, November 17th. Mary Fry gave the study. We voted to donate $100.00 to Share the Spirit. New officers were elected for 2023: President: Sherrill Vosberg Vice President: Gail Mullen Secretary: Carolyn Saunders Treasurer: Jeanette Hallum Thank you ladies for taking t...

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From Search & Call, to Youth summer camps, to leadership training, supporting the Christmas Special Offering supports the work of the church across our regions. Find all the resources you need to celebrate the Christmas special offering on December 11 & 18. Learn more: https://conta.cc/3d...

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All seekers are invited to discover the transformative and revolutionary essence of one of Christianity's most familiar prayers. There are opportunities to participate in person, via Zoom, and at your own pace through an app called BAND. To RSVP, please complete this form by December 18: https://...

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You'll want to know about these special upcoming services as we prepare for and celebrate Jesus' birth: December 4 at 10:45 AM Worship Service God Meets Us in Our Fear + Advent Ornament Activity December 11 at 10:45 AM Worship Service Special Music and Readings December 18 at 10 AM Luminary Cr...

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Advent begins November 27, and we're excited to share news about our upcoming Advent series: Generation to Generation. Utilizing material from Sanctified Art, we will explore the themes of Advent by remembering the stories of the past and imagining what they mean for our present and future. More ...

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Chairperson’s Corner

Our stewardship campaign will be underway this month. The theme is “Together with Joy.”  Giving Sunday is set for November 20. You will be given a pledge card to fill out. This helps the stewardship committee and Finance and Trust determine our budget for next year. Please prayerfully consider yo...

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Our Subversive Witness sermon and small group series continues this month. If you would like to join one of the groups that meets weekly to discuss the book Subversive Witness: Scripture's Call to Leverage Privilege by Dominique DuBois Gilliard, or if you'd like a copy of the book to read on your...

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Thanksgiving Dinner

Please make plans to join us for our Thanksgiving Dinner on November 20th at 2 PM and invite friends. We will worship that Sunday, then break to go home to prepare and return with food. The church will provide the turkey and drinks; we will have a sign-up sheet for sides and desserts. Volunteers ...

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Sing to God a new song, for God has done marvelous things. Let the floods clap their hands; let the hills sing together for joy. -Psalm 98 In November, the Stewardship Committee will begin a new stewardship campaign titled "Together for Joy." We will use this time to reflect on the "Joys" in our...

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Rev. Alexis and Michael are preparing a special experience for Thanksgiving evening. There will be some singing and a message of God's expansive love followed by time for cookies and fellowship. If you or someone you know would benefit from this service on the evening of a day that can be stressf...

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Ongoing Remodel Work

Huzzah, we now have new floors! The Renovation Taskforce is working diligently to plan the full completion of the project which will include trim and other final touches. We appreciate your patience as the taskforce completes what remains.  We also want to send a huge thank you to Tava for leadi...

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Governance Updates Ahead

Board members Trudy and Michael are working with Rev. Alexis in adjusting our constitution and bylaws so they are updated in a way that reflects our context and supports the church's mission. This is a process that takes time and will have several phases, the first one being movement toward the b...

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We will honor All Saints Day during our worship service in a special way on Sunday, November 6 and invite you to contribute to what will make it special. You are invited to bring pictures of the "saints" in your life. There will be time during the service for people to share a brief memory and pi...

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October Blood Drive

Card Ministry

There is a card ministry of FCC that has been going steadily since 2005. If you know of someone who might like to receive a weekly card from their church family, just ask them. If they say yes, let Julie K. know so they will be added to our list of recipients. If you want to send one card a week...

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Rev. Alexis will be taking six days of her vacation time from Monday, October 17 - Saturday, October 22. She will be happy to respond to communications when she returns. While she is away, Trudy can be contacted as board chair with questions related to the church and Sean or your Elder can be con...

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