CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH THE GOOD NEWS VOLUME 104, ISSUE 5 JUNE 2016 Dallas Summer Musicals Academy of Performing Arts Summer presents Central Christian Church is hosting this two-week drama camp!! June 13 17, 20 25 1-4 PM On-stage performance Sunday, June 26 at 1:00 PM Afternoon snack provided 4711 Westside Dr., Dallas, TX 75209 214-526-7291 Central Christian Church Scholarships Available
PAGE 2 THE GOOD NEWS A PASTORAL POINT OF VIEW... THE SEARCH FOR A NEW PASTOR The story of CCC is not just about preserving the past it is also about embracing the future. And so, let me ask you: Do you believe God is building a future for CCC? If so, then here is one crucial matter of concern that you must be willing to consider in your present search process: As a church family, you are getting older every day. And so, as a matter of practical concern, how can CCC get younger even just one generation younger? And what kind of change might be necessary in order for this to happen? How can you as a church family not only survive but thrive as you look to 2020 and beyond? Well, if you are to thrive, then you must first believe that God has a particular vision for you a vision that sees the reality of God s Presence God is with you and for you and is, in fact, alive in you! And so, as you contemplate this new season of opportunity in seeking a new Pastor for your church family, what kinds of goals and priorities should you identify in addressing the change that is necessary in order for you to grow younger as a church family? In this season of new beginnings, what kind of church might God be calling CCC to become and what might God be inviting CCC to do? How might God be preparing CCC to receive the new Pastor that he will send to you? As you engage in the search for a new pastor, it will be helpful to identify as well as acknowledge the expectations each of you have for your new pastor. But while some of your expectations are certainly valid and sensible, there may be others that are totally unrealistic. While you can be hopeful in calling a Senior Pastor who is gifted by God to do a variety of ministry tasks very well, it is futile to think that you can find a perfect Pastor who can satisfy everyone and who is the best at doing everything. And so, I encourage you to consider this: Instead of being guided by your individual expectations for a new Pastor, what would it mean for you to consider what person might be best for CCC as you submit yourselves to God s vision for the church life you presently share together with all the members and friends of CCC? And the beat goes on... In this season of new beginnings, our journey with God continues. Let s continue to pray and ask the Lord s blessing on us as we trust the Lord to guide us on our journey. Let s pray for our Search Committee as they seek God s guidance in calling a new Senior Pastor to CCC. Let s believe that God has prepared a person/couple who will be just the right choice for Central Christian Church. And, as we continue to pray for our own individual spiritual renewal, may we also ask the Lord to awaken all of us to the new opportunities that God is now giving us as a church family the kinds of opportunities that will renew and revitalize us as a church. Let s always remember that the story of our salvation is not just about our past; the story of our salvation is also about our future! And yet, as much as some things may change, there are those things that remain the same: as Central Christian Church, the Lord has called us to discover and develop a life and love relationship with God through worship, discipleship, fellowship, and ministry. Thanks be to God! The Lord be with you, Dr. Wyatt E Fenno LUNCH AND BIBLE STUDY It seems life keeps getting busier and busier these days despite our best efforts to keep it simple. Why not take a mid-week pause that refreshes? Every Wednesday at noon, a group meets in room 101 to have lunch, reflect on the Word of God and pray. So pack a bag lunch and head on over to the church, Wednesdays at noon. We d love for you to join us.
MAY 2016 VOLUME 104, ISSUE 5 PAGE 3 SUNDAY PICNIC ON THE CHURCH LAWN JUNE 5 AFTER WORSHIP Last year s picnic was such fun and a great hit with everyone. So guess what? We re going to do it again! Bubba s fried chicken will be back as the star of the menu and everyone is invited to bring your favorite traditional picnic side in a disposable container for serving and discarding once the picnic is over. Easiest clean up ever! Containers will be available for you to pick up in Fellowship Hall on Sunday May 29th after worship. A few ideas for sides include potato salad, pea salad, coleslaw, watermelon, baked beans, you know the usual. Bubba s will provide rolls. We will need some cookies and/or bars for desserts. Lawn games will be available like badminton, croquet and corn hole. If you just want to be lazy, you can loll around and visit in the sprawl of the Bois D arc tree. Dress casual for worship and don t forget your blanket or lawn chair. Photos by Shelia Huffman
PAGE 4 THE GOOD NEWS SENIOR PASTOR SEARCH COMMITTEE UPDATE We thank everyone who attended the recent Town Hall meeting on May 15. As mentioned during the meeting, the Search Committee is finalizing our church profile and looking forward to receiving pastor profiles from prospective candidates. We ask everyone to continue praying for the individual God is preparing to serve as our new Senior Minister. If you have input, questions or concerns, please visit with any of the committee members: Valda Dracopoulos, Shelia Huffman, Barbara Williams, John Davenport, Michael Raines, Brian Worthington, or Tyson Woods. CHURCH SERVICE AT FOWLER HOMES On Sunday, June 26th, Disciples Women's Ministries will be leading the church service at 3:00 PM for the people at Juliette Fowler Homes. We had a wonderful service last year and expect to do as well, if not better, this year. We'll need as many elders and deacons as possible (several to serve communion to those who cannot leave their rooms) as well as those who will serve at the table. Before the service it is really nice to get acquainted with those who live there. They all have stories to tell, which are most interesting. So, please come a little early. The service is being put together now, so if you are asked to participate, please say, "Yes, I'd love to!" NEW SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY A new Bible will begin on Sunday, June 5th, in room 207. The class will begin at 9:45 AM. We will use as a guide the book, "I Am a Church Member" by best-selling author and ministry leader, Thom S. Rainer. Using Scripture as its foundation, this book focuses on the attitudes and responsibilities of healthy church membership while addressing what is expected of those who join a body of believers. When a person's attitude is consistently biblical and healthy, matters of giving, serving, and so forth will fall into place more naturally. Six intentional chapters with study questions will guide us in our discussion: 1. I Will Be a Unifying Church Member 2. I Will Not Let the Church Be About My Preferences and Desires 3. I Will Pray for My Church Leaders 4. I Will Lead My Family to Be Healthy Church Members 5. I Will Be a Functioning Member 6. I Will Treasure Church Membership as a Gift All are welcome to join in this thought-provoking and lifechanging study.
VOLUME 104, ISSUE 5 PAGE 5 OUR JUNE TITHE GOES TO: JULIETTE FOWLER COMMUNITIES JUNE BIRTHDAYS 1 Valeria Adams 8 John Narusis 9 Joyce Douglas 11 Rosemary Davenport 12 Frank Whitington 16 Anna King 23 Mallory Jacob 30 Mary Bandy Juliette Fowler Communities provides choice, community, and connection throughout its 23 park-like acres. As a continuing care retirement community, Fowler's residential services and care offerings for older adults include: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support, Health & Rehabilitation, and Affordable Senior Housing. As an inter-generational community, Fowler's residential offerings for children, youth and young women include: Foster-to-Adopt and The Ebby House. Our own Roland Bandy and Russell Church are currently members of the JFC board, with Roland serving as chairman. More information can be found at www.fowlercommunities.org. NORTH DALLAS SHARED MINISTRIES FOOD BASKET When you do your grocery shopping this week, don t forget to pick up an item or two for the NDSM basket. This can be a nonperishable food item or a personal hygiene item. Here are a few suggestions: Canned tuna Peanut butter Jelly Boxed cereal (hot or cold) Canned fruit Rice or Pasta Canned soup Toothpaste Deodorant WWW.CCCDT.ORG Hey Everyone! We have a new look! Check out our new website at www.cccdt.org We d love your feedback. Drop us an email through the Contact Us tab. Many thanks to Tim Caffee for his help with this.
June 2016 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 9:45 AM New Bible in room 207 12:00 PM Church Picnic 5 6 7 10:00 AM Westside Workers 8 9 10 11 12 Birthday Sunday celebrating all those with June birthdays 13 Rehearsal 10:00 AM Westside Workers 14 15 Rehearsal 16 17 18 19 20 Rehearsal 21 10:00 AM Westside Workers 22 Rehearsal 23 24 The Good News article deadline 25 26 27 28 29 30 1:00 PM Performance of Honk, Jr. 3:00 PM Worship Svc. At Fowler 10:00 AM Westside Workers Unless otherwise indicated: Sunday School 9:45 AM Sunday Worship 11:00 AM Coffee Fellowship 12:15 PM
VOLUME 104, ISSUE 5 PAGE 7 SERVING SCHEDULE Sunday, June 5 Lead Elder: Frank Whitington Bread: Tyson Woods Cup: Carolyn Shinn Deacons: Gus Dracopoulos, Ruben Cansino, Ben Williams, Barbara Williams Sound Tech: Scott Dicken Coffee Fellowship: Church Picnic Sunday, June 12 Birthday Sunday Lead Elder: David Aston Bread: Jim Archer Cup: Carol Archer Deacons: Lisa Church, Tom Irwin, Paquita Mueller, Buzz Dicken Sound Tech: Scott Dicken Coffee Fellowship: Birthday Sunday Sunday, June 19 Lead Elder: John Davenport Bread: Russell Church Cup: Roland Bandy Deacons: Mike Bowden, Jayne Hawley, Rosemary Davenport, Dovie Wu Sound Tech: Scott Dicken Coffee Fellowship: Sojouorners Class Sunday, June 26 Lead Elder: Valda Dracopoulos Bread: Suzie Patterson Cup: Sherrie Narusis Deacons: Gus Dracopoulos, Ben Williams, Barbara Williams, Buzz Dicken Sound Tech: Scott Dicken Coffee Fellowship: Hosts Needed KEEP IN PRAYER Constantly ask God s help in prayer, and pray always in the power of the Spirit. Ephesians 6:18 Pray for healing for those who are recovering: Michael Anthony Diana Kerns (friend of Mary Ann Duckworth) Alice Oates Carol Archer Jerry Potts Loretta Boddy (David Aston s John Ellisor brother-in-law) Dina and Archer Meador (sister and brother-in-law of Gus Dracopoulos) Long-term prayers for health: Alice Adams Bob Allen Dorothy Carnes Cretha Carrell George Cunyus Linda Dimon Gus Dracopoulos dad John Ellisor Trude Griffitts Anna King Lynn Myers Lanora Potts (David Aston s sister) Jerry Rodgers John Shinn Aiden Worthington An encouraging note to those whose addresses are listed this week will lift their spirits: Dorothy Carnes, Stoneybrook Memory Care, 175 Plateau Dr., McKinney, TX 75069 Cretha Carrell, 3633 Fairfax, Dallas, TX 75209 Harry Forbes, 3310 Fairmount #5A, Dallas, TX 75201-1232 Our heart-felt sympathy to: John Davenport on the death of his brother on May 14, 2016. Al Sanford, on the death of his sister, Carrie Ann Dalton. Ruben Cansino on the death of his nephew. THANK YOU NOTE It's not fun to be in the hospital, but it sure is nice to receive calls, cards. flowers, food, best wishes and prayers from my church family. Thanks so very much for all of the above. Katheryn Livengood Women s Preaching Institute - May 20-21 at CCC - led by Dr. Irie Session
CHURCH STAFF Interim Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Wyatt E Fenno Music Director/Organist David Aston Bookkeeper Carolyn Shinn Office Manager Laura Ninesling Office Assistant/ Scott Dicken Event Coordinator SANCTUARY FLOWER DEDICATIONS Flower dedications are open for the month of June Please remember order forms and payment are due in the church office two weeks prior to the Sunday you wish to place memorial or honorary flowers. Phone the church office to order. TELEWORSHIP - 214-669-5100 (Enter access code: 6371829) CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH 4711 Westside Dr., Dallas, TX 75209 214.526.7291 www.cccdt.org