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Cynthiana Christian Church newsletter for May 8, 2008
MINISTER'S MESSAGE
May 2008 Official Board Meeting Report
It has been several months since the church has taken possession of the Hehr Estate. Since that time we have explored different options as to what to do with this generous gift. It is my pleasure to report to you that at the May Official Board Meeting a decision was reached for the fate of that piece of property. The Board voted to sell the entire property and to use a portion of the proceeds to purchase 3.8 acres including the shelter and bathroom facilities at the Old RECC grounds on New Lair Road. The Trustees have been assigned the task of determining the best way to sell the property in the best interest of the Church.
A committee will be formed to control and operate the grounds. They will be charged with creating guidelines for use, oversee maintenance and any enhancements that may be made to the property. Once the committee has been created and they have formulated a plan for the park, they will bring that plan back to the Board for official approval.
With this wonderful gift that Ms. Hehr left to the Cynthiana Christian Church, it is our responsibility to make sure this park is something that we all can be proud of and to utilize it to its fullest potential. Foremost we must make it something Ms. Hehr would have been proud of. This purchase will give us many possibilities and potential, now and in the future.
I would also like to thank the congregation for their input and to the Official Board for their patience, guidance and prayerful thoughts that have gotten us to this point. That prayerful consideration has definitely guided us to the best solution for the Cynthiana Christian Church. Jeff Beagle Board Moderator
YOUTH NEWS
A couple of thank yous from the youth go out to Austin Snapp for bringing Alvin and the Chipmunks a couple of Friday’s ago for Jr. Chi-Rho Movie Night, and to Mary Stewart and Johnna Carey for hosting a training session for the Jr. Diaconate this past Sunday in preparation for our early service beginning at the end of this month. We had a great turnout of Chi-Rho youth who are now fully prepared for assisting our CYF members at early service.
Friday, May 9 – 7:30 am The Breakfast Club will meet at the church. Dustin French has the meal.
Sunday, May 11 – All youth meetings are cancelled due to Mother’s Day.
Wednesday, May 14 – Jr. Chi-Rho will meet at the church from 4:00-5:00. Chi-Rho will not meet this Wed.
Keep your calendars marked for June 23-26 for VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL. We are still looking for a few volunteers, so if you are interested in being part of this wonderful opportunity, please see Kandi or Brad to let them know of your wishes to help.
RELAY FOR LIFE FUNDRAISER
Saturday, May 31, 2008 Dinner at the Teaters Please come and experience "fine dining" at the home of Tim and Bonnie Teater. Dinner will be prepared by Bonnie and served to you by the Relay members...a win-win evening!! Watch for tickets to be sold and reservations to be made...Bonnie wants to know how much food to prepare. Make checks payable to the American Cancer Society, this is a tax deductible contribution.
RELAY FOR LIFE TEAM PLEASE NOTEAll orders from the Multi-Sales extravaganza need to be turned in by May 18th. Order for Southern Living at Home need to be turned into Sandy VanHook (please check with Sandy for shipping charges on your order!), orders for Lia Sophia Jewelry and Tupperware need to be turned into Deanna Lunsford and Pampered Chef orders can be brought to the church office.
HELPING HANDSThe Helping Hands Group will meet Saturday May 10th at 9:00 am at the Church parking lot. May is usually a busy month for this helpful group. If you have a job for this group, please contact the Church office. Plan to come and join the group and please plan to stay for a delightful lunch.
C.M.F. MEAL
The monthly C.M.F. meal will be Wednesday, May 21st at 6:00 P.M. Gary Dearborn, Melvin Hampton and Richard Perkins will provide the meal that includes lasagna, salad, chili dogs and dessert. Bruce Hampton, Harrison County Sheriff will be the guest speaker.
OUR CHURCH FAMILY
An expression of sympathy is expressed to Ruby and Geneva Lenox in the death of Geneva’s sister, Thelma Colvin, Springfield, Ohio who died Tuesday, May 6, 2008.
----Roxie Ammerman has moved back from California and is now residing at Cedar Ridge Health Campus.
BLESSING OF CHILDREN SERVICE
The Blessing of Children Service will be held Sunday, May 11th during the worship service. Please let the church office know if you plan to participate.
NOTES OF APPRECIATION
The Outreach Committee would like to thank Collis Layton for taking your generous donations to Hazel Green. A note of thanks is also extended to those who helped load the donations and to Gary Brunker and Dr. Teater for traveling with Mr. Layton.
“Thanks to all those who have helped me since my illness of December 31st. I recently had more surgery which was a success. Special thanks to Roy Goldey mowing my yard and taking care of my pets, Henrietta Meeks for her care and Joe Rorer for his help.”
Nancy North (Nancy address and phone number are: 107 Western Ave, 235-9409.)
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
The Prayer Shawl Ministry has a new night to meet. We will now be meeting the second Tuesday of each month in Bish Hall at 7:00 P.M. We plan to continue meeting all summer so plan on joining us when you can. We have been quite busy and have completed several shawls already. If you cannot crochet or knit, and would to learn, we will be glad to teach you. Also, if you sew and would like to make a blanket or lapquilt, that is fine also. Our next meeting will be May 13th and Tim will be joining us to discuss the blessing and delivery of the shawls. We would love to have you join us. The Prayer Shawl Ministry
COMMUNITY PANTRY
Sunday, May 4th was Community Pantry Sunday, Our church is asked to donate Rice, potatoes (canned or dry) and/or bath soap. Donations of cash are always helpful.
BARNABAS TEAM MEETING
Barnabas Team # X will meet in the library immediately following the worship service on Sunday, May 18th & 25th. Elders are Ann Owsley, George Jacobs and Collis Layton.
CORRECTION
Elder for 1st Service, May 25th: Jim Letcher
MORGAN RIGGS MEMORIAL ROCKY MOUNTAIN HORSE CELEBRATION
The Morgan Riggs Memorial Rocky Mountain Horse Celebration will be held at the Harrison County 4-H Fairgrounds on Saturday, May 10th at 11:00 am. The gate fee is $ 3.00 per person.
BUILDING COMMITTEE MEETING
The Building Committee will meet Thursday, May 8th at 4:30 P.M.
CHURCH CABINET MEETING
The Church Cabinet will meet Sunday, May 18th at 5:00 P.M.
1st SERVICE : The early worship service will begin May 25th at 8:30 A.M.
Needed Monthly to meet budget: $ 23,745.30
Total Giving Last Month: $ 21,603.28
Needed Year to Date thru April to meet budget: $ 237,453.00
Total Year to Date Giving thru April: $ 251,959.48
