Saturday, January 27, 2007

1/23/07

This Week at MCC of Corpus Christi

January 23, 2007

Good afternoon!

Last week, the Pastor preached on the subject of the Body of Christ, and how we are all celebrated and loved members of that body. He also challenged everyone to begin figuring out how just where they fit in the body-both locally, as well as in the Body of Christ universal. So, read on! You might just be able to find your "fit" with one (or more) of our upcoming events!

THURSDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDIES HAVE MOVED TO WEDNESDAYS!
The Thursday Night Bible Study Group has moved to Wednesdays! Join us at Pastor Danny and Richard's on January 24th, as we continue our study of Lost Christianities. We have another 2 or 3 weeks of this study, then we will begin a Lenten study in mid to late February.

DESSERT AUCTION RESULTS
Thanks so much to everyone who was able to participate in ANY way in last week's Dessert Auction. Thanks to your generosity, we were able to raise $302.00 for our Conference Fund! Couldn't make this event? Not to worry-we are doing it again in March!

AND SPEAKING OF THE CONFERENCE FUND.
Wondering what to do with that old cell phone you no longer use? Wonder no more! Bring your old cell phones to us and we will send them to be recycled! Not only will you be practicing good stewardship of the environment, you will also be helping raise money for our Conference Fund. Please see Andy Wilcox for more details.

GRACE CHURCH OPENS AT MCC OF CC SUNDAY AFTERNOONS
Christian Garrett, former pastor of St. Paul's United Church of Christ began a new work, "Grace Church" last Sunday, January 21st at 3:00 p.m. in our sanctuary. There was also a wonderful article in the Caller Times this past Monday about this new work, as well. Grace Church is an open and affirming Christian community of faith where everyone is welcome. If you know anyone who cannot make morning or evening services on Sundays, tell them about Grace Church!

UNITY MARCH CELEBRATION JANUARY 31st
The Diversity and Ethnic Awareness and Training Committee of Del Mar College invites everyone to their 2nd Annual Unity March celebration. The festivities kick off at 12:30 p.m. at Richardson Performance Hall, with the march starting at 1:30 p.m. Pastor Danny Spears will be offering the invocation for this event.

25th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Our 25th Anniversary celebration is just around the corner, and have we got a party planned for you! The event will be held at the Holiday Inn Emerald Beach, Saturday February 17th, beginning at 6:00 PM. Come join us for a fabulous buffet dinner, and musical entertainment by the San Antonio Men's Chorus! On Sunday, February 18th, UFMCC's Executive Director, Rev. Dr. Cindi Love will be bringing the message, AND conducting a workshop after service at 1:00PM. The total cost for the entire weekend is only $35.00 each for members of MCC of CC, and $40.00 each for non-members. Please see Diane Creson to make alternative payment arrangements, if needed.

JANUARY EVENTS
January 24th: "Lost Christianities" at Pastor Danny and Richard's
January 31st: Unity March Celebration at Del Mar College at 12:30 p.m.

JANUARY BIRTHDAYS
Alfred Rodriquez
Karol Light
Benjamin Martinez

JANUARY LECTIONARY
January 28th: Jeremiah 1:4-10; Psalm 71:1-6; 1 Corinthians 13:1-13; Luke 4:21-30

COMING IN FEBRUARY
February 17th-18th: 25th Anniversary Celebration
February 19th: Board of Directors Meeting 6:30PM
February 21st: Ash Wednesday Service 7:00PM

COMING THIS SUNDAY, JANUARY 28th:
Firefighters, police, soldiers-all dangerous jobs, to be sure! But none of these jobs have anything on the dangers of being a prophet! Join us this Sunday as Pastor Danny brings the message, "Prophecy is a Great Gig; That is, If You Can Find a Job!", based on Luke 4:21-30.

Smiles for the Journey
""God speaks in different ways, but we don't always recognize God's voice." - Job 33:14"

See you in church!