The bulletin from Central Christian Church provides information on upcoming events and needs of the church community. It includes prayers for members who are ill or in hospice, notices of deaths, requests for donations of food and blankets, and announcements of worship services, choir practice, Bible studies and meetings. The bulletin also shares news about the church's annual meeting and opportunities for fellowship and volunteering.

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

2. We offer prayers for…
LaVerne Huseboe
John Niemantsverdriet
Glenda Osgood
Teresa Sade
Hospice
Walter Judge
Elna Saunders
Muriel Willhelmi

3. We offer prayers for…
For the Family of Joyce Hosek
Joyce (Jamie’s grandmother) passed away on
November 3.
Her funeral was held in Clutier, Iowa,
on November 6.
Flowers in worship last week were given
by Jamie in Joyce’s memory.

4. We offer prayers for…
Howard Street Christian Church ~ Colfax, IA
First Christian Church ~ Laurens, IA
United Protestant Church ~ Silver Bay, MN
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
17th Rolly Danner Jr.
18th Tim Hillygus

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

8. Mittens for Headstart
THANK YOU!!!
We collected:
103 pairs
plus
5 scarves
15 hats

9. Blanket Sunday
November 28
For
Church World Service
$5 for one blanket

10. Operation Christmas Child
Pick up box
and instructions
in Gathering Area.
Return by November 15.

11. Holiday Stroll
Turkey Noodle Dinner
Saturday, November 20
Sign-up to help
In Gathering Area
Contact Ramona Osgood for information.

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

13. “The E perience”
9:00 a.m. Sunday Mornings
Pre-school – K Nursery worship
Grades 4 - 6 Upstairs
Grades 7 – 12 See next slide
Adult Experience Library downstairs
Nooma by Rob Bell

14. “The E perience”
Grades 7 – 12
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Here at the church
November 3 & 17

15. DWF: Disciples
Women Fellowship
All women welcomed!
November Study
Single and Satisfied
See newsletter for detailed information - www.centraldoc.org
Meetings at the Church
Nov. 9 7:00 pm Group Rebecca
Nov. 11 1:00 pm Group DEMF
Nov. 20 9:00 am Group Lydia (@ Susan Duncan’s)

16. Central Christian Church
ANNUAL MEETING
November 21
Following worship
2011 leaders and budget

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

18. All Singers invited to
Handel’s Messiah
First United Methodist
Rehearsals
Nov. 7, 14, 21 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Nov. 28 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Performance
December 5 7:00 pm

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 November newsletter is online.

24. Weekly Calendar
Check today’s bulletin

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

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

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

28. 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
Minister in Music & Worship Rev. Janet Lott
Organist/Pianist Colette Benge
Choir Director Chris Thiessen
Office Denise Juel
Custodian Ken Fiscus
Board Chair Dee Kilmer