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Scripture House

Our theme for July is Construction of a Disciple.

A well-built foundation is below the structure/ house. It is the load bearing part of the structure.  It supports the weight and keeps the house in place. What scripture(s) have served as part of your own disciple house’s foundation?

You are invited to post your foundation verses on a Disciple Scripture House located near our worship areas. You will easily find the three dimensional ‘house’ in the Friendship Center and the Fellowship Hall Worship area.  

Some post-it notes will be placed nearby along with a couple of pens to write your verse citations. Proverbs 3:5-6, Romans 8:26-28, Jeremiah 31:33-34, Isaiah 43:19, Micah 6:8, John 3:16, Matthew 5:3-12, Psalm 121, Matthew 28:19-20 and Romans 14:19 are already posted. You may post your top two or three. Please put only one citation per post-it.

The foundations of our lives may not be visible to others, but hopefully we know what they are for ourselves. And more importantly, it is my hope that our lives illuminate God’s word to those around us, as we go about our everyday lives.

                                      - Rev. Melinda McDonald

A VBS Hero Hotline Follow Up!

Romans 14:19 - So let’s strive for the things that bring peace and build each other up!

Would you share an example of Romans 14:19 from everyday life?

Remember this Kenyan runner, Abel Mutai? He was just a few feet from the finish line, but became confused with the signage and stopped, thinking he had completed the race.

A Spanish runner, Ivan Fernandez, was right behind him and, realizing what was happening, started shouting at the Kenyan to continue running. Mutai didn't know Spanish and didn't understand. Realizing what was taking place, Fernandez pushed Mutai to victory.

A journalist asked Ivan, "Why did you do that?" Ivan replied, "My dream is that someday we can have a kind of community life where we push and help each other to win." The journalist insisted, "But why did you let the Kenyan win?" Ivan replied, "I didn't let him win, he was going to win. The race was his." The journalist insisted again, "But you could have won!" Ivan looked at him and replied, "But what would be the merit of my victory? What would be the honor in that medal? What would my mother think of that?"

Values are passed on from generation to generation. What values are we teaching our children? Let us not teach our kids the wrong ways and means to win. Instead, let us pass on the beauty and humanity of a helping hand. Because honesty and ethics are winning!

Sunshine School Supplies for Teachers 2024

 Central Christian Church is partnering with Sunshine Supplies for Teachers, a new nonprofit organization in our community. Their mission is to make sure that teachers, schools, and certified staff have the necessary tools and materials to continue being great educators for students.

The co-founders will be with us in worship on Sunday, July 14 to introduce the congregation to their mission of establishing a free storefront for teachers, opening in August.

We can support their work by donating new and gently-used school supplies. Please bring them to church during the month of July and place them in the black trunks located in the Friendship Center and the Fireside Room. Thank you for your generosity!

2024 Scholarship Winners!

Congratulations to all our 2024 Scholarship Winners!

The Walter & Inabell Kirby Memorial Scholarship is awarded to:

Aidan Kostbade and Alexi Jones

The Don & Bonnie Sauer Peace & Justice Scholarship is awarded to:

Alina Howard and Remi Jo Mendenhall

The Roy O. & Rachel R. Schilling Scholarship is awarded to:

Jolie Witts and Nurlan Howard

The Cocoa & Lilabelle Traylor Memorial Scholarship is awarded to:

Jennifer Baumann and Isabella Karunas

The Dr. Barbara Tyler Scholarship is awarded to:

Erik Harm

Best wishes on furthering your education!