This Week at MCC of Corpus Christi
October 10th, 2006
Good morning!
Hey! There's supposed to be a cold front on the way to Corpus! Maybe we will get those falling temperatures after all! Of course, we shouldn't hold our breath for the palms to start changing colors, though.
But maybe that is a blessing! After all, who has time to rake leaves (palm or otherwise) with everything that is going on at MCC of CC? Read on, get involved, and be blessed!
CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
The MCC Crafters staffed a booth at the First Annual First United Methodist Craft Fair this past Saturday and Sunday. We raised about $225.00, and made some new friends, as well! The winner of the quilt raffle was Lilia Moreno-who bought only ONE ticket! Ms. Moreno told MCC of CC'er Richard Lofstrand that she had faith that she would win the quilt. Seems that faith does more than move mountains, huh?
The next Craft Fair work session is Friday, October 20th, 7PM, at the church. We may change the location; so stay tuned for further developments! Come on out, join the fun, socialize, learn a new skill, and raise money for the ministries of MCC of CC! Everyone is welcome!
MCC OF CC OUT IN THE COMMUNITY
Our Heart Walk Dessert Auction raised almost $500.00 for the American Heart Association! Thanks to everyone who participated in this great event!
We have just learned that The Coastal Bend AIDS Foundation is sponsoring its Second Annual AIDS Walk on Saturday, October 21st. There will be both a walk AND a 5K and 10K run. Sign in starts at 6:30AM at Cole Park, and the event kicks off at 7AM. Registration forms will be available at church this Sunday, October 15th.
CONGREATIONAL FORUM OCTOBER 15th
Speaking of Sunday, October 15th, we will be hosting a Congregational Forum to give members of MCC of CC an opportunity to ask questions of our six Board candidates, and one Alternate Lay Delegate candidate. This meeting is also the time to ask questions about our proposed 2007 budget and the one proposed bylaw amendment that we will be presenting to the congregation.
TAKIN' IT TO THE STREETS
And if you are still looking for something to do after the forum, on Sunday, October 15th, we will be at Get Happy grillin' and chillin'. It looks like we are headed to The Rose on November 12th, too! See Pastor Danny for more details!
2006 ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
The 2006 MCC of CC Annual Congregational Meeting will be held Sunday, October 22, 2006 at 1:30PM. We will also be hosting a potluck dinner following the morning worship. We will be electing 3 2-year Board positions, as well as 1 1-year Alternate Lay Delegate position. Additionally, we will be approving a 2007 budget for the church, and voting on one proposed bylaw amendment. If you are a member of MCC of Corpus Christi, please make plans to attend this very important meeting. We will also be having a fabulous potluck dinner before the meeting, so please see Diane Creson, Dale Wulf, Don Schiffke, or Mary Jo Smith to sign up to bring your favorite culinary masterpieces!
And check this out! MCC of CC is now high-tech! If you want to view a Congregational Packet online, just go to http://members.mcccorpuschristi.org. Thanks to Andy Wilcox for making this convenience possible! If you did not receive your packet at church Sunday, it is being mailed to you this week.
DESSERT AUCTION PLANNED FOR OCTOBER 29TH
Our denomination-UFMCC-turns 38 this month. In honor of this event, we are planning a second Dessert Auction for the month of October. The proceeds of this auction will benefit UFMCC's Church Planting Fund. So, as we say at MCC of CC, bring your pocketbook and your sweet tooth-you won't regret it!
FALL FESTIVAL PLANNED FOR OCTOBER 31ST
Annette Berdan and Don Schiffke are forming a committee to plan a wonderful Fall Festival for our church and neighborhood children. The planned date of the festival is Halloween (October 31st). We need donations of small prizes, wrapped candy, materials to build games, ideas for games, and plenty of volunteers to staff those games and a Haunted House. If you are interested in volunteering for this sure-to-be-fun event, see Annette or Don for more details. Let's give our kids a safe and fun alternative to trick or treating on the streets! Oh, and don't worry-we plan to have food for our "adult trick or treaters" as well. PLEASE NOTE: WE NEED VOLUNTEERS AND DONATIONS OF WRAPPED CANDY AND PRIZES.
OCTOBER IS HARVEST MONTH AT MCC OF CC!
During the month of October, MCC of CC will be focusing on a traditional fall theme of harvest, as we bring our offerings of food to support our Food Pantry. Our pantry client load continues to grow, and it is a privilege for us to be able to share the abundance with which God has blessed us with our sisters and brothers from the Coastal Bend area. During the month of October, we will have the area in front of the altar decorated with empty baskets and even a wash tub, so you can bring your offerings of food forward each Sunday. MCC of CC is a very generous congregation; and I am sure God will fill those baskets to overflowing through our giving. Remember Proverbs 22:9: "Blessed are the generous, for they share their bread with the poor."
25TH ANNIVERSARY EVENTS
Our 25th Anniversary Committee is busy making our 25th Anniversary in February 2007 an event that you will not want to miss! We have already booked Rev. Elder Troy Perry as our keynote speaker, and are in the process of putting together an absolutely fabulous concert for that weekend, as well. Stay tuned as we begin to publish our schedule of events over the coming months!
THURSDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
Beginning this Thursday, October 12th, the Thursday Night Bible Study Group is planning to begin a DVD series on "Lost Christianities." This study explores the diversity of Christian practices during the first few centuries after Jesus' ascension, as well as some of the writings that did not make into the Bible. Everyone is welcome to attend these weekly study groups, so come on out!
OCTOBER EVENTS
Thursdays (12th, 19th, and 26th): Thursday Night Bible Study Group at 6:30PM in the Fellowship Hall
Fridays (6th, 20th): Christmas Craft Fair Workshops (call church for locations)
October 15th: Congregation Forum in the Sanctuary (12:45PM)
October 15th: Takin' It To The Streets at Get Happy Bar (4PM)
October 21st: CBAF AIDS Walk 7AM at Cole Park
October 22nd: Annual Congregational Meeting in the Sanctuary (1:30PM after Potluck Dinner)
October 29th: Dessert Auction benefiting UFMCC's Church Planting Fund (immediately following our morning worship service)
October 31st: Community Fall Festival in the Auditorium
OCTOBER LECTIONARY
October 15th: Job 23:1-9, 16-17; Psalm 22:1-15; Hebrews 4:12-16; Mark 10:17-31
October 22nd: Job 38:1-7 (34-41); Psalm 104:1-9, 24, 35c; Hebrews 5:1-10; Mark 10:35-45
October 29th: Job 42:1-6, 10-17; Psalm 34:1-8 (19-22); Hebrews 7:23-28; Mark 10:46-52
OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS
David J. 10/10
William P. 10/11
James B. 10/16
Don H. 10/23
Denise S. 10/23
Roger S. 10/27
COMING THIS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15th:
Ever wish you had some basic instructions to make it through life? Well, we do! They are called "The Bible." Join us this Sunday as Pastor Danny takes us "back to the basics," based on Hebrews 4:12-16.
Smiles for the Journey
"Bible: Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth."
See you in church!
