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“Reach Beyond These Walls”2009 at Central

…offering bold ministriesthat invigorate the spirituallife of the congregation and

reach out into the community.

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

Christian Church(Disciples of Christ)

Disciples togethersharing in the fullness of God’s table

for the blessing of all.

www.uppermidwestcc.org

Christian ChurchIn the Upper Midwest

The Mission of our congregation is to continually dedicate our lives

to receive and share God’slove and word with this congregation,

the community in which we liveand God’s world.

www.centraldoc.org

Central Christian Church(Disciples of Christ)

Global Ministrieshttp://globalministries.org

We offer prayers for…VillaLois Brown

Hospice:

Barbara Thiessen (Florida)

PrayersShirley AdamsLinda AdkinsGloria MorrisonHannah ThiessenMarie West

We offer prayers for…The Family of Bob RigginsWe offer condolences to

Linda Adkins in the passingof her uncle, Bob Riggins.

We offer prayers for…The Family of Steve Madsen

We offer condolences toDiana Madsen in the passing

of her husband, Steve Madsen.

Birthday Blessings

21st Cindy Schneiderman

24th Eric Osgood

25th Duane Visser

26th Margaret Harre

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 requestsin the offering plate or church office

Call the office at 753-3129or email chalice@centraldoc.org

FOOD BOX SUNDAYSECOND SUNDAY

Need has increased by 30%

Please bring food itemsand place in the grocery cart.

Most needed: Peas, corn, green beans,chicken noodle soup and cash donations.

Angelfood Ministries

Order forms on Ramp at Mission Station

Pick-up on December 19at First Baptist Church11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

“The E perience”9:00 a.m.

Sunday Mornings“36 Parables”

“Mission”

Pre-school - K Nursery during worshipGrades 1 – 12 UpstairsLive, Love & Learn Downstairs Adult Experience Room 11

Everyone is welcome!

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CongratulationsDecember Graduate!

Elizabeth LottIowa State University

B.A. in Anthropology & International StudiesMinor in French

with distinction

You are invited to an open house reception for Elizabeth:Today

2:00 – 4:00 p.m.John & Janet Lott’s

823 Douglas AvenueAmes, IA

Christmas EveCandlelight

Communion ServiceThursday at 7:00 p.m.

Pictorial Directoryfrom Olan Mills

No obligation to buy.If we have 100 sign up,

The church receives $2 per sitting.

Arrange a sitting timewith the church office.

Sign-up clipboards or 753-3129

Temporary Jobs Available

Census TakerUp to 40 hours per week

1-800-861-2010www.2010censusjobs.gov

Comfort Quilters

Every 3rd Thursday of the Month9:00 am to Noon

All are welcome to help.

Contact: Sarah Sade

A Changing View,A Change of Heart

Commissioning Serviceand Fellowship Dinner

January 3, 2010

To celebrate the beginning of our sabbatical time

Catered dinner following worship is free of chargePaid for by the Lilly Foundation

Fellowship TimeHosts Wanted

Sign up in the Gathering Area.

Serving Fair Trade Equal Exchange Coffee

The Library

New books and DVDs have arrivedincluding “Disciples World.”

Free internet access.

Delivery to homebound members.

On the lower level off Fellowship Hall.

A Changing View,A Change of Heart

Commissioning Serviceand Fellowship Dinner

January 3, 2010

To celebrate the beginning of our sabbatical time

Catered dinner following worship is free of chargePaid for by the Lilly Foundation

Christmas EveCandlelight

Communion ServiceThursday at 7:00 p.m.

The current newsletteris now available online at

www.centraldoc.org.

The December newsletter is online.

Green Tips☼ Insulate attic door

☼ Foam gaskets under exterior outlet covers/wall switches

☼ Use bathroom/range hood fans sparingly

☼ Insulate pipes and ducts

☼ Drain a bucket of water from water heater twice a year

☼ Check caulking and weatherstripping every 2 – 3 years

Please fill out theattendance information

In one of the black booksin your row.Thank you!

A Changing View,A Change of Heart

Commissioning Serviceand Fellowship Dinner

January 3, 2010

To celebrate the beginning of our sabbatical time

Catered dinner following worship is free of chargePaid for by the Lilly Foundation

Christmas EveCandlelight

Communion ServiceThursday at 7:00 p.m.

Check out www.centraldoc.org

Events NewsConcerts WorkshopsClasses LinksPastor Gail’s BlogRecent worship services

Central Christian Church(Disciples of Christ)

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.Phone: 641-753-3129

Email: chalice@centraldoc.orgWebsite: www.centraldoc.org

Pastor Rev. Gail ThiessenMinister in Music Rev. Janet LottOrganist/Pianist Colette BengeChoir Director Chris ThiessenOffice Denise JuelOffice Susan DuncanCustodian Ken Fiscus