The document provides information about upcoming events at Central Christian Church, including prayer requests, birthdays, mission projects, food needs, Bible studies, fundraising teams, fellowship opportunities, and regular services and classes. It lists names of people to pray for and upcoming events like an elders' retreat, soup lunch, and gatherers meeting at a local restaurant. The weekly bulletin provides details about worship services, meetings, and ways for members to get involved.

1. Disciples of Christ A movement for wholeness in a fragmented world.

2. We offer prayers for… Shawna Cutler Don Hiscox Jim McKinstry John Niemantsverdriet Pat Smith Hospice Walter Judge

3. We offer prayers for… The Family of Bill Knaack Bill, Andrea Stone’s nephew, passed away December 27. His funeral was December 31 here in Marshalltown.

4. We offer prayers for… Cedar Memorial Christian ~ Davenport, IA Marion Christian Church ~ Marion, IA Redfield Christian Church ~ Redfield, IA From the Regional Prayer Calendar www.uppermidwestcc.com

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

6. Birthday Blessings 10th Virginia Gilson 13th Betty Van Waardhuizen Kim Sogge Melia Cook 14th Lois Anderson Kristen Danner

7. January Mission Project Supply Closet Needs Personal hygiene products Over the counter medications Paper products Cleaning supplies Disposable diapers Leave items in the Gathering Area.

8. FOOD BOX NEEDS Leave food offerings in the grocery cart. Desperately NEEDED: Peas, corn, macaroni & cheese, canned tomatoes

9. Comfort Quilters Third Thursday of the Month 9:00 am to Noon All are welcome to help. Contact: Sarah Sade

10. “The E perience” 9:00 a.m. Sunday Mornings Pre-school – K Nursery worship Grades 4 - 6 Upstairs Grades 7 – 12 See next slide Live and Learn Downstairs Adult Experience Library downstairs x

11. Youth Group Grades 7 – 12 1st and 3rd Wednesdays 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. Here at the church January 5 and 19

12. DWF: Disciples Women Fellowship All women welcomed! January Study Hungry for the Good News? See newsletter for detailed information - www.centraldoc.org Meetings at the Church Jan. 11 7:00 pm Group Rebecca Jan. 13 1:00 pm Group DEMF Jan. 15 9:00 am Group Lydia

13. Residents of Embers, Bobcat Estates And Olive Estates Are you interested in a Bible Study to come to your location? Contact Pastor Gail 753-3120 691-1151

14. Kids to Kids New Website! www.kids2kidsmissions.org

15. Soup Lunch & Desserts January 30 Following Worship A thank you from the Quadrennial women for sending us! Sponsored by DWF: Disciples Women Fellowship

16. Gatherers January 16 6:00 p.m. Zeno’s Restaurant 109 E. Main Street Marshalltown Information: Anne Fiscus, Judy Osgood, JaquelineSteveson

17. Elders’ Annual Retreat January 22 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Fellowship Hall Julie Gibson, presenter Workshops for mediations, prayers & visitation.

18. New Ministry Teams Fund Raising To offer ideas and help call Jan Bringman 753-3025 or Glenda Osgood 752-4443 Education/Youth To offer help call Robin Anctil 752-2593

19. Fellowship Time Hosts Wanted Sign 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

20. Free Trade Equal Exchange Coffee & Tea For Sale Contact the Church Office for ordering.

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

22. The Library Books and DVDs and periodicals. Free internet access. Delivery to homebound members. On the lower level off Fellowship Hall.

23. The current newsletter is now available online at www.centraldoc.org. The January newsletter is online.

24. Weekly Calendar Check today’s bulletin

25. Serving and Saving Tips for Winter ☼ Change furnace filter once a month ☼ Have your heating system inspected ☼ If you have forced air heat, do NOT close off registers in unused rooms. Your furnace is designed to heat a specific square footage plus cold air can escape from these rooms into house causing condensation.

26. Please fill out the attendance information In one of the black books in your row. Thank you!

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

28. Central Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Office hours Office 9:00 am – noon Mon. & Thurs. 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Tues. & Wed. The building will be open Mon. – Thurs. at 8:30 am. It will remain open during office hours and for scheduled activities.

29. Central Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 300 West Main Street Marshalltown, IA 50158 Office open Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Pastor Rev. Gail Thiessen Organist/Pianist Colette Benge Choir Director Chris Thiessen Office Denise Juel Custodian Ken Fiscus Board Chair Dee Kilmer