Join us for Folk and Inter-generational Sunday Worship on August 28, at 10:00 a.m. • 10:00a.m.-Service(noSundaySchool)• 5:30p.m.-StoneSoupSupper(prepat3:30)

Called to ServeElders:TeresaShaw,SteveHerbHome Communion:PamellaDoerksenPreparing Deacons:MarceneStuart,LisaYarbrough

Serving Deacons:*HughOlsen,LillyMarchbanks,EllianaBerry,TylerBerry

Coffee Cart and Snack:NAFlowers:NAGreeter: LyndaShurtleff

Stone Soup Meal Count Tuesday,8/16-129Saturday,8/20-130Sunday,8/21-110Corvallis Day-Time Drop in Center CountFromJuly1,2015thruJune30,2016 Unduplicatedguests:887 Totalvisits:21,667

StaffRev.MattGordon..................... SeniorMinisterMatthewClark............................ChoirDirectorEricQian............................................... PianistCharleneLincoln....................ChurchSecretaryJillShinkawa...........CommunicationsManagerKevinWeaver....................................... PaladinLucasTeeter..DisciplesHouseResidentAdvisor

August23,2016vol.16,issue28

About the First Christian Craft Fair By Charlene LincolnThis year will be our 22nd Annual Craft Fair. It is the major fund raiser for our church. It was the brain child of a group of ladies in the church. It started out rather small and has now evolved into a major event. We have 50 spaces, provid-ing our vendors with a place to sell their hand crafted wares. We have a variety of interesting items including jewelry, pot-tery, quilted items, stained glass , wood-work, photography, etc. We also have our Bistro Below and the Food Booth, each serving wonderful food prepared by some of our church ladies, including our famous apple pie.Each year the proceeds go to a special project recommended by the Program Committee. Every other year the money goes to a project outside of the church. In years past we have donated money to Nepal to help after their major earth-quake, a water system in Ecuador, Stoves International, Habitat for Humanity, an orphanage in Uzhgorod and many others. On the other years the proceeds are used for needs here at the church such as the pavers in the front of the

church, floors in the restrooms, painting of Dis-ciples House, work on the stained glass windows, and furnishings for McLean Hall.This event takes many hours of planning and the help of many volunteers. There are many opportunities to become a part of this exciting event. Folks to help in the kitchen, in the food preparation, working at the Food Booth, helping at the information booth, selling popcorn and giving out balloons. Some of the jobs can even be done sitting down! Signups sheets for the various jobs will soon be available. It is a wonderful way to become involved in this exciting event. Please consider helping make this another successful year. This year’s pro-ceeds are helping pay for the resurfacing of the back parking area. For more information contact Lauri Morris or Charlene at the church office.

Photos from the 2006 Craft Fair

Relying on the spirit and story of the gospels, First Christian Church is supported primarily by donations. There is no charge for any event. We rely on freely given offerings to support our various minis-tries and opportunities.

Your contributions and gifts allow us to continue to be a radically inclusive, justice-driven community of faith every day of the week. Thank you in advance for your gifts.

Matt’s Minute

Rev. Matt Gordon Senior MinisterChurchphone:541-753.2671Email:matt@heartofcorvallis.org

Open Office Hours: Mondays:9:00a.m.-1:00p.m.Tuesdays:1:00p.m.-4:00p.m.

Sermons Online http://heartofcorvallis.org/recent-sermons/

Thank You for the Venue! Pastor Matt Gordon and the mem-bers of First Christian Church, The volunteer committee organiz-ing the recent CDDC-BBQ want to say Thank you for providing the venue for the July 23, 2016 BBQ. You are such a God send in allow-ing this to happen. We fed around 125 mouths, I believe? May this check be a token of our thanks. For the volunteers and committee, your friend in Christ, Oscar Gutbrod

It happens every single year. No matter how much I resist it, it happens. No mat-ter how much I deny its existence and try and run away, it still happens. School. The beginning of another school year is dangerously close and no one in my house is ready, especially me. I have enjoyed late summer nights, sleeping in until 7, weekend trips to the coast, and the relaxed rhythm of family life. I know that soon all that will be over. Once again, I will be getting up early, making school lunches, arguing with people about getting out the door on time, helping with homework and reminding people to breathe through the stresses of school. The truth is, we have it pretty easy. Although I lament, the rhythm will work itself out by October. We have the resources to do all that we need, to buy the new clothes and replace worn out backpacks. We have a great support system that helps us transport to and from school. We have great teachers who work with us in the good and the bad. We have a roof over our heads, a washer and dryer in the garage and a shower that always works. This is why we are motivated to contribute where we can to help families in need. Not everyone can afford new school clothes, new backpacks and the long list of school supplies required for each student. This is why I hope you will join me in our Back to School Supply Drive. You can donate from the list below or give money in the offering plate and I will go by the items. Please bring your dona-tions this Sunday. Let’s fill up the front of the sanctuary with school supplies! Thank you in advance.Peace, Matt

School Supply List Items for students:• Backpacksofallsizes• Notebooks

- Wide ruled 1 composition note-books

- Spiral notebooks (70 or 100 pgs.)• Solidcolor,nobradfolders• #2DixonTiconderogapencils• Boxesof24CrayolaNon-washable

crayons• Elmer’sglue

• Crayolamarkers• PinkorwhitePearleraser• RulerwithinchesandcentimetersItems for teachers:• Kleenex(facialtissues)• Notebookpaper(wide-ruled)• Handsanitizer• Ziplocstylegallonandsandwich

bags• Expobranddryerasemarkers• Blackfine-tippedsharpiemarkers

Congratulations to Lynda! OnSunday,August14LyndaShurtleffwas baptized before the First Christian congregation. We rejoice with you and walk with you on the journey.

In Our PrayersMona Gerig’s brother-in-law is having heart surgery Teresa’sfatherhascancerBud’s daughter has cancerShannon Channey is going to have surgery Lynnie Evans and the Evans and Herb familiesEric Qian is presenting his re-search. Prayers for his success. Viv EllsworthVictims of violence in our nation and the worldJim Stinson’s back painFor all who are affected by disas-ters both natural and unnatural Teanna’sauntCherieandNeilReynoldsJoyce Miller

Time to Start Thinking About Craft Fair September 24 and 25!The committee is delighted to an-nounce that this year’s Craft Fair pro-ceeds will go towards resurfacing the back parking lot behind the church. A Craft Fair volunteer signup sheet will be circulated soon in church to cover all aspects of helping with the event. However, there are many other ways you can help support this event!

We also need donations of:• Namebrandsodas,waters,icedteas.(Watchforsalesand

pick up extra for the Craft Fair).• Bakedcookiesandgoodies(acceptedtheweekbeforethe

event, but you can freeze and save them)• Applesfromyourtrees(nootherfruitneeded).• Goodiesforourvendorpackets-1lbsM&M’sand1lbs

mixed nuts (6 lbs. total of each needed).• Lookaroundandgatherupanyunwantedorslightly

used books, videos, DVDs and CDs for the Craft Fair Book Sale. Items may be dropped off at the church start-ing the week before. Small to medium, sturdy boxes are very helpful for holding the books.

Donated food items needed between September 19-23. Bev-erages and books may be dropped off after Labor Day.Call the church office if you can donate something, want to signup, or have questions, and don’t forget to order a t-shirt (541)753-2671.

Memorial Service for Rev. Russell Myers AmemorialserviceforRev.RussellMyers – retired pastor living in Oregon andfatherofRegionalMinister,CathyMyers Wirt – is planned for Saturday, September 3, 2:00 p.m. at Portland First Christian Church. The service will be followed by a reception at the church.

Rev.MyersservedcongregationsinIn-diana, Washington, Oregon and Mon-tana before his retirement. He served asRegionalModeratoroftheOregonand Montana regional churches during his active ministry years.Portland First Christian is located at 1314SWParkAve.,Portland,OR

Aleita’s Ascent of Mt. Hood Photos from Aleita Haas-Holcomb

Aleita, her son, and others on the way to the top of Mt. Hood.

You’ve come a long way, baby! (Both literally and figuratively.)

A year and a half ago Aleita was having surgery to mend her broken left tibia and fibula, and her right heel and look where she is now... on the top of Mt. Hood! Thanks to the all the help from

surgeons, physical therapists and mas-sage therapists, she is back on her feet again. Aleita could cross out climbing Mt. Hood on her list but she’d like to do it again. Way to go Aleita!

Disciples Dispatch Resumes Weekly Starting September 7 the Disciples Dispatch will resume its weekly delivery. If you have an article or announcement to be included in the coming week’s edition please submit it no later than Friday.

What’s Happening…Group 4 at the ZobelsSunday,September4at5:00p.m.gettogetherattheZobelsforaneveningmeal.

Announcements Notice of Need-Tents, Tarps, and Sleeping BagsThe men’s and women’s cold weather shelters closed. Many of our friends have been asking about tents, tarps, and sleeping bags. These items are necessary to make living outside doable. Please feel free to donate these things or contribute to the Minister’s Discretionary Fund to purchase these items.

Sunday Coffee House and Flower Sign-upsSign up to do snacks, coffee, or flowers for Sunday services. Sign up sheets can be found in the narthex on Sunday or contact the church office. If you have questions email Pamella at apdoerksen@comcast.net or Bill at bandjmaier@comcast.net

Around Town… Volunteers Needed to Help VeteransVeterans Stand Down on Wednesday, August 31, 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. The Veterans Stand Down is a one-day resource fair connecting homeless veterans and their families (or those at-risk of becoming homeless) with services to help improve their lives. We need the help of awesome volunteers just like you! There areopportunitiesonTuesday,August30aswell.Volunteersareaskedtoattendan orientation the evening before, on August 30, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Salem First Baptist Church. Questions? Contact Amy Schroeder, Co-Event Coordinator, at amy.schroeder@mwvcaa.org

Taizé Prayer ServiceTheTaizéPrayerServiceresumesonSunday,September11,7:00p.m.attheEpiscopal Church of the Good Samaritan on the corner of 35th and Harrison. Thisecumenicalservice,ledbytheCorvallisTaizéEnsemble,includesmeditativesinging, short readings, and a quiet time for prayer.Except for January 8, future services will be held on the first Sunday of the month throughJune.Ifyouhaveanyquestions,feelfreetocontactKathyFarnsworthat541-753-2528oremailkathyfarnsworth@comcast.net

Birthdays9/3- GeorgannTaylor9/7- FrancisYoungerAnniversaries8/31- JanetandPaulChenard

Looking AheadAugust 24• 6:00p.m.-WednesdayPicnicintheParkAugust 30• 11:30a.m.-CraftFairMeetingAugust 31• 6:00p.m.-WednesdayPicnicinthePark(lastoneoftheseason)

September 4• 10:00a.m.-LaborDayServiceinthePark

• 5:00p.m.-Group4attheZobelsSeptember 5 - Labor Day• ChurchofficeisclosedSeptember 6• 11:30a.m.-CraftFairMeeting• 3:30p.m.-FCC’sturntoprep/serveStoneSoupSupper

September 7• DisciplesDispatchresumesweeklyedition

September 11• 9:00a.m.-SundayFallBibleStudyClassstarts

September 12• 7:00p.m.-FinanceCabinetSeptember 13• 11:30a.m.-CraftFairMeetingSeptember 19• 7:00p.m.-ProgramCabinetSeptember 24-25• CraftFair!

Order Your Craft Fair T-Shirt Today!Show your FCC Craft Fair pride by wearing a Craft Fair t-shirt printed with our new logo. Let everyone know, especially the vendors, that you are part of our Craft Fair team. There is no “expiration date” on the shirt so you can wear it year after year!For only $10 ($5 extra for XXL) you get a sapphire colored, short sleeve, 100% cotton t-shirt (not pre-shrunk); available in uni-sexsizesS-XXL.T-shirtswillbeavailablebyMonday,September 19 — in time for Craft Fair. Deadline to order is Tuesday, August 30 by 10:00 a.m. Toorderpickupanorderforminthenarthexorcon-tact the church office.

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2110 am-Worship,w/SundaySchool5:15-OtterBeachPoolParty5:30 pm-StoneSoupSupper

22 235:30 pm-StoneSoupSupper(3:30pmprep)

246:00 pm-PicnicinthePark

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2810 am-FolkandIntergenerationalWorship,noSundaySchool5:30 pm-StoneSoupSupper

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119 am-BibleStudy10 am-Worship,w/SundaySchool5:30 pm-StoneSoupSupper

127 pm-FinanceCabinet

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189 am-BibleStudy10 am-Worship,w/SundaySchool5:30 pm-StoneSoupSupper

197 pm-ProgramCabinet

205:30 pm-StoneSoupSupper(3:30pmprep)

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Our VisionThe First Christian Church of Corvallis is a diverse inclusive community providing a living witness to the compassionate Christ. From our central location in the heart of Corvallis, we seek out, develop, and support ministries to meet the human needs for physical and spiritual wholeness. On the basis of our Disciple heritage, we embrace the ecumenical movement, develop lay leadership, and promote intellectual freedom in the pursuit of truth. All are welcome to participate. Inclusivity is one of our most important values.