This document provides information from Central Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in three sentences or less: The document includes announcements, prayer requests, birthdays, upcoming events, and worship information from Central Christian Church in Marshalltown, Iowa over the coming weeks, such as a Gifts and Talent Night, Lenten breakfasts, and a concert by singer Andra Moran. Central Christian Church is part of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) denomination and provides worship, religious education, fellowship, mission work, and community involvement opportunities. The church office information is listed at the end for contact about upcoming events or to join the congregation.

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… Hospital Marie West – Waterloo Prayers Amber Ferris Pastor Gail Allen Osgood

8. 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

9. Birthday Blessings 19th Travis Winkowitsch Allen Miller 20th Daniel Abens

10. Birthday Celebration Vivian Duncan will be 100-years-young on April 7. Card Shower – please send to: Vivian Duncan Glenwood Place 2907 S. 6th Street #141 Marshalltown, IA 50158 The family will host an open house on: April 11 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. at Glenwood Place

11. FOOD BOX SUNDAY SECOND SUNDAY Please bring food items and place in the grocery cart. Most needed: Peas, corn, green beans, carrots, tomatoes, pork & beans, macaroni & cheese and cash donations.

12. March Mission Project Stork’s Nest Diapers & Wipes Newborn to 3 months Place in Gathering Area Basket

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

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

15. Thank You… For your generous and faithful gifts! In 2009, Central Christian was one of the top 250 of 3700 congregations in support of Disciples Mission Fund.

16. Haiti Hygiene Kits Leave in Gathering Area To assemble a Hygiene Kit you will need: • One hand towel measuring approximately 16" x 28" (no fingertip or bath towels) • One washcloth • One wide-tooth comb • One nail clipper • One bar of soap (bath size in wrapper) • One toothbrush (in original packaging) • Six standard size Band-aids® Place all items in a one-gallon plastic bag with a zipper closure, remove excess air from bag, and seal. Please do not add toothpaste to the Hygiene Kit. Cartons of toothpaste that have an extended expiration date will be added to Hygiene Kit prior to shipment.

17. Baby Care Kits Leave in Gathering Area To assemble a Hygiene Kit you will need: • 6 cloth towels • 2 T-shirts or undershirts (no onesies) • 2 washcloths • 2 gowns or sleepers • 2 diaper pins • 1 sweater or sweatshirt (can be hand knitted or crocheted) • 2 receiving blankets (can be hand knitted or crocheted). Item must be new and under 12 months in size. Wrap items inside one of the receiving blankets and secure with both diaper pins.

18. Angelfood Ministries Order forms on Ramp at Mission Station Pick-up on March 20 at First Baptist Church 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

19. Pictorial Directory Photos Taken Sign up for your time in Gathering Area. Times available on March 18, 19, 20, 30. No obligation to buy anything. You will receive a free directory and a free 8 X 10.

20. “The E perience” 9:00 a.m. Sunday Mornings Pre-school - K Nursery during worship Grades 1 – 12 Upstairs Live, Love & Learn Downstairs Adult Experience Room 11 Everyone is welcome! x

21. Sundays At Central 9:00 a.m. Sunday Mornings (Take a chance and come!) March 7 Bible 101 March 14 “What’s So Good About Change?” March 21 Bible 101 March 28 “The Passion Story from Another’s Perspective”

22. How Do You Do That? Gifts and Talent Night TONIGHT! 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Fellowship Hall Come experience someone’s else hobby or talent! Food provided by the Gatherers

23. Disciples Women Fellowship (DWF) March Study How Do We Know God is Listening? Matthew 15: 21 - 28 March 9 7:00 pm Group Rebecca March 11 1:00 pm Group DEMF March 20 9:00 am Group Lydia

24. Disciples Women Fellowship (DWF) Lenten Breakfasts “Hands of Christ” Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. March 10 Hands That Invite March 17 Hands That Heal March 24 Hands That Provide March 31 Hands That Pray

25. Disciples Women Fellowship (DWF) Butter Braid, Smoked Meats & Cookie Dough Fundraiser For Quadrennial February 21 – March 12

26. Disciples Women Fellowship (DWF) Time to sign up for Quadrennial! June 23 – 27 Greensboro, MC More info: www.quadrennial.org

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

28. Lenten Breakfasts & Messages “The Manger, The Cross & The Empty Tomb” 6:30 – 7:15 a.m. March 17 New Hope Christian March 24 Elim Lutheran March 31 Congregational

29. Andra Moran in Concert Disciples of Christ Songwriter Nashville Recording Artist Saturday, April 10 7:00 pm in the Central Sanctuary $5 in advance $10 at the door Tickets available Gathering Area after worship & in office.

30. Come! Sample Simply Stories March 20 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Regional Event at First Christian in Ames Tex Sample, Keynoter Share stories with other congregations. $15 Lunch included. See Pastor Janet to register.

31. 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

32. 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

33. Pictorial Directory Photos Taken Sign up for your time in Gathering Area. Times available on March 18, 19, 20, 30. No obligation to buy anything. You will receive a free directory and a free 8 X 10.

34. Sundays At Central 9:00 a.m. Sunday Mornings (Take a chance and come!) March 7 Bible 101 March 14 “What’s So Good About Change?” March 21 Bible 101 March 28 “The Passion Story from Another’s Perspective?

35. Andra Moran in Concert Disciples of Christ Songwriter Nashville Recording Artist Saturday, April 10 7:00 pm in the Central Sanctuary $5 in advance $10 at the door Tickets available Gathering Area after worship & in office.

36. The Library New books and DVDs have arrived. 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 February newsletter is online.

38. Serving and Saving Tips ☼ Turn your refrigerator and freezer to a warmer setting. ☼ Turn the thermostat up three degrees in summertime and down three degrees in wintertime—saving $200 per year! ☼ Don’t drive aggressively – easy on the accelerator. ☼ Reduce shower time by at least two minutes.

39. How Do You Do That? Gifts and Talent Night TONIGHT! 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Fellowship Hall Come experience someone’s else hobby or talent! Food provided by the Gatherers

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

41. Pictorial Directory Photos Taken Sign up for your time in Gathering Area. Times available on March 18, 19, 20, 30. No obligation to buy anything. You will receive a free directory and a free 8 X 10.

42. Sundays At Central 9:00 a.m. Sunday Mornings (Take a chance and come!) March 7 Bible 101 March 14 “What’s So Good About Change?” March 21 Bible 101 March 28 “The Passion Story from Another’s Perspective?

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

44. 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 (on sabbatical) Sabbatical Chaplain Rev. Deb Lewis Minister in Music & Worship Rev. Janet Lott Organist/Pianist Colette Benge Choir Director Chris Thiessen Office Denise Juel Office Susan Duncan Custodian Ken Fiscus, Sherry Benson for February