This document provides information about Central Christian Church in Marshalltown, Iowa, including its mission, ministries, events, and prayer requests. The church aims to share God's inclusive love in the world and welcome all to God's table. It offers various programs and opportunities for service, fellowship, learning, and worship.

1. “A Changing View: A Change of Heart”” 2010 at Central …attempting to look through God’s lens to see creation, to express God’s all-inclusive, saving love in the world.

2. Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) We are Disciples of Christ, a movement for wholeness in a fragmented world. As part of the one body of Christ, we welcome all to the Lord's Table as God has welcomed us. www.disciples.org

3. Christian Church In the Upper Midwest Disciples together sharing in the fullness of God’s table for the blessing of all. www.uppermidwestcc.org

4. Central Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) The Mission of this church is to continually dedicate our lives to receive and share God’s love and word with this congregation, the community in which we live and God’s world. www.centraldoc.org

5. Global Ministries http://globalministries.org

6. Blessed Earth Ministries www.blessedearth.org

7. We offer prayers for… Prayers Lois Anderson Jan Bringman Ken Fiscus Cathy Hickok Walter Judge Betty McKibben Andrea Stone Bev Swearingen

8. We offer prayers for… The Family of Gilbert Lilly Gilbert passed away on May 21. His funeral was May 26 here in Marshalltown.

9. We offer prayers for… The Family of Dorothy Severson Dorothy, Rhonda Spence’s mother-in-law, passed away on May 21. Her service was May 25 in Waterloo.

10. We offer prayers for… Ankeny Christian Church ~ Ankeny, IA Elkhart Christian Church ~ Elkhart, IA First Christian Church ~ Winterset, IA From the Regional Prayer Calendar www.uppermidwestcc.com

11. We offer prayers for and a welcome to . . . Holt Langdon Shaffer Born April 16, 2010 Son of Christopher and Katie (Duke) Shaffer Grandson of Bob and Sally Duke

12. Happy Birthday to Rachel Williams She turned 92 on May 29! Cards may still be sent to: The Villa del Sol 2401 S. 2nd Street Room 315 Marshalltown, IA 50158

13. Do you have a prayer request? Names will be printed in bulletin and on screens only with permission by those for whom prayers have been requested. Leave written requests in the offering plate or church office Call the office at 753-3129 or email chalice@centraldoc.org

14. Birthday Blessings 30th Mary Horn 31st Dean Mitchell 1st Elise Sternhagen 2nd Sue Prins 3rdJoAnn Sherman

15. Flip-Flops for Kids June’s Mission To send with Beth Campbell on her mission to Nicaragua in July. You may leave your donations in the Gathering Area.

16. Questions Answered Donations Accepted for Nicaragua June 13 Following worship Donations accepted for Medical & school supplies & scholarships Give directly to Beth Campbell

17. FOOD BOX SUNDAY SECOND SUNDAY Please bring food items and place in the grocery cart. This month’s needs: Peas, corn, spaghetti, rice and cash donations.

18. Our Soup Kitchen Dates for 2010 March 13 May 8 July 10 September 11 November 13 To volunteer, contact Lois Anderson 752-3268.

19. Big Brothers and Big Sisters Wanted! Call Big Brother/ Big Sister Program 753-6370

20. Welcoming the World Home! Youth for Understanding Program Needs Host Families for 2010-11 www.iavalley.edu/mcc/about/ Activities_organizations.html

21. 2010 Mission Trip Reach Workcamps July 25 – July 31 Michigan City, Indiana Our mission team is seeking sponsorships. To make a donation, contact: Mary Abens, Robin Anctil, Derek Dalluge, Kyle Dalluge, Ashley Danner, Sarah Elam, Jim Osgood, Ramona Osgood, Whitney Phillips, Allison Sherman, or Secily Sherman. Thank you for your support!

22. Travel New Zealand With Pastor Gail June 16 6:30 p.m. Sanctuary Video and sharing about her sabbatical time. You may bring a snack to share.

24. Comfort Quilters Every 3rd Thursday of the Month 9:00 am to Noon All are welcome to help. Contact: Sarah Sade

25. Disciples Women Fellowship (DWF) Volunteer needed to make revisions to 2010-11 DWF book. Contact: Maurine Dalluge or Arlene Kremer

26. Disciples Women Fellowship (DWF) Quadrennial Bound Women: Diana Madsen, Deb Lewis, Dietta Nevins, Donna McNamee, Glenda Osgood, Janet Lott, Marcia Gossett, Maurine Dalluge, Sue Prins, Susan Duncan June 23 - 27

27. School for Congregational Learners August 28 West Des Moines Christian Church “Living in the Hyphen” Jose Morales, keynoter To register: Info in the church office or at www.uppermidwestcc.com

28. Mark Your Calendar for October 9! Disciples Network Regional Assembly Christian Conference Center in Newton ALL FREE!!! Food booths Workshops & demonstrations Horse-drawn wagon rides Tours of the Conference Center Outdoor games for all ages Live music(our own Beyond Belief will be there!) Team Competitions Worship in the Outdoor Chapel

29. 2010 Mission Trip Reach Workcamps July 25 – July 31 Michigan City, Indiana Our mission team is seeking sponsorships. To make a donation, contact: Mary Abens, Robin Anctil, Derek Dalluge, Kyle Dalluge, Ashley Danner, Sarah Elam, Jim Osgood, Ramona Osgood, Whitney Phillips, Allison Sherman, or Secily Sherman. Thank you for your support!

30. Summer Rummage Sale August 6 8:00 am – 5:00 pm August 7 8:00 am - noon Now accepting clean items in working order. Deliver to church or pick-up service available. Contact: Judy Osgood 753-9213 Marcia Gossett 351-4814

31. Gatherers Grilling! June 13 5:00 p.m. At the Church Bring a side dish or dessert. Board & card games after dinner!

32. 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

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

34. Want to be part of a Book Club here at Central? Meet every other month for discussion and refreshments. Contact Pastor Gail or office.

35. 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

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

37. The current newsletter is now available online at www.centraldoc.org. The June newsletter is online.

38. Serving and Saving Tips ☼ Replace half an hour of television with sitting outside or a stroll around the neighborhood. ☼ Turn off all electronics when you leave the room, even when you think you’ll just be gone for a few minutes. ☼ Avoid purchasing any food or drink in a disposable container. ☼ Turn off the radio when you are in the car, and instead spend time talking with whoever is in the car with you and/or fellowshipping with God.

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

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

41. 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 Office Susan Duncan Custodian Ken Fiscus Board Chair Dee Kilmer