This document provides information about upcoming events and activities at the Central Christian Church in Marshalltown, Iowa. It includes prayer requests, birthdays, volunteer opportunities, worship services, Bible studies, retreat information, choir, and other church news and announcements in short paragraphs.

1. Disciples of ChristA movement forwholenessin a fragmented world.

2. We offer prayers for…Bev CrawfordLaVerneHuseboeJohn NiemantsverdrietTeresa SadeHospiceWalter JudgeElna SaundersMuriel Willhelmi

3. We offer prayers for…Christian Church~ Chariton, IAKellogg Christian Church~ Kellogg, IASt. Charles Parish ~ St. Charles, IAFrom theRegional Prayer Calendarwww.uppermidwestcc.com

4. Do you have a prayer request?Names will be printed withpermission by those for whom prayers have been requested.Leave written requestsin the offering plate,call the office at 753-3129or email chalice@centraldoc.org.

5. Birthday Blessings27th Jody Maxted Jill Herink28th Jessica Sternhagen29th Steve Huseboe1st Marvin McKibben Cassie Campbelll

6. Birthday CelebrationBelvaBringmanOctober 2104-years-oldCard shower:686 Home Blvd. #103Galesburg, IL 61401

7. FOOD BOX NEEDS Leavefood offerings in the grocery cart.NOW NEEDED:Peas, corn,macaroni & cheese,canned tomatoes

8. Soup Kitchen Volunteers NeededNovember 13To volunteer, contact Mary Abens 753-9054.

9. Comfort QuiltersThird Thursday of the Month9:00 am to NoonAll are welcome to help.Contact: Sarah Sade

10. “The E perience”9:00 a.m. Sunday MorningsPre-school – K Nursery during worshipGrades 4 - 6 UpstairsGrades 7 – 12 See next slideLive, Love & Learn Downstairs Adult Experience Library downstairsThe Four Stories of Jesus by N.T. Wrightx

11. “The E perience”Grades 7 – 121st and 3rd Wednesdays7:00 – 8:30 p.m.x

12. @ centralLike to sing?Be in the Choir!Wednesdays 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.Sing in worship twice a month.No auditions. Just come!

13. Bible Studywith Pastor GailMondays 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.Sept. 20 – Oct. 25“The Changing Face of God”Who is God?

14. Women’sFall RetreatOctober 1 – 3Paynesville, MN“Sanctuary in the Stories”with storyteller, Marty Stuessyand chaplain, Deb LewisRegistration formsin Gathering Area.

15. October 99:00 am to until the party’s overDisciples Together GatheringChristian Conference Center in NewtonFantastic, fun, filled day planned!Sign up in the Gathering Area.ALL FREE!!!

16. Fellowship TimeHosts WantedSign up in the Gathering Area.Provide snacks and/or drinks for 100 (coffee is available) – something simple. Ask your group, committee, class or friends to join you in offering this simple ministry of hospitality following worship.Serving Fair Trade Equal Exchange Coffee

17. Directories Here!If you sat for a photoor pre-ordered,you may pick upyour directory in the Gathering Area.

18. October Worship SeriesPlanting Seeds:God Creates Leaders“Our calling as persons shaped by the purposes of God is a meandering journey, it is not a straight path; part of what we need to learn is how to walk from place to place in the geography of faith without losing heart and letting our fears overwhelm us or our enthusiasms distort our vision”.– Malcolm Warford, “Our Several Callings” 1990

19. Free Trade Equal ExchangeCoffee & TeaFor SaleContact the Church Officefor ordering.

20. Recycle Your Bulletin*If you take a bulletin anddon’t wish to keep it,please place it and other papersin a recycle bin by the doors.*Help us reduce paper use and waste.Please take a bulletin only if you use one.Sponsored by theMiddle School & High School classes

21. The LibraryBooks and DVDs and periodicals.Free internet access.Delivery to homebound members.On the lower level off Fellowship Hall.

22. The current newsletteris now available online atwww.centraldoc.org.The October newsletter is online.

23. Serving and Saving Tips☼ Use washcloth instead of sponge☼ Use reusable grocery bags☼ Use handkerchief instead of tissues☼ Pay bills online

24. Please fill out theattendance informationIn one of the black booksin your row.Thank you!

25. Central Christian Church(Disciples of Christ)Phone: 641-753-3129Email: chalice@centraldoc.orgWebsite: www.centraldoc.org

26. Central Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)300 West Main StreetMarshalltown, IA 50158Office open Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Pastor Rev. Gail ThiessenMinister in Music & Worship Rev. Janet LottOrganist/Pianist Colette BengeChoir Director Chris ThiessenOffice Denise JuelCustodian Ken FiscusBoard Chair Dee Kilmer