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SEASON OF LENT COOK'S CORNER<br />
Sunday afternoon, <strong>March</strong> 4th we are consecrating a new Regional Minister and our General Minister<br />
and President is preaching at this worship service! What a wonderful celebration -we are blessing the<br />
Regional ministry to which Andy Mangum has been called and we get to hear Teri Hord-Owen preach.<br />
That is grand, but who are these folk and what does this mean? In ways, both are embodiments of our<br />
connection to the larger Disciples of Christ community. Andy Mangum is serving as leader of the Southwest<br />
Region - 400+ congregations in Texas and New Mexico that have covenanted to grow in faith and mission<br />
and service to God. Through a variety of connections, we provide learning events, mission trips, camps,<br />
higher education, support and train ministers, pastoral care and so much more. Teri Hord-Owen serves as<br />
leader of the Christian Church (DOC) in the United States and Canada. Her community is made up of 1000s of<br />
congregations of all shapes, sizes, languages, strengths and challenges all seeking to be a presence for God’s<br />
vision for our world that is reflective of the vision, hopes and practices of the Christian Church (DOC).<br />
Their work is not without its challenges, for as often been said wherever 2 or 3 Disciples gather, there<br />
are at least 5 opinions. We have called Teri and Andy to help us navigate the future of our church.<br />
When so many things divide us and so many voices seek to pit us one against another, even claiming<br />
certain beliefs as litmus tests, we need leaders with prayer-filled vision, courage, patience, hope and<br />
our support. I invite you to join me in prayerful support of Regional and General Church ministries<br />
and Andy Mangum and Teri Hord-Owen and to attend the consecration service on Sunday afternoon.<br />
Grace and Peace,<br />
Dottie<br />
GOOD FRIDAY SEDER MEAL<br />
Friday <strong>March</strong> 30, <strong>2018</strong> 6:00-8:00pm<br />
This year, the beginning of Passover and Good Friday are the same day. We have a wonderful<br />
opportunity to be led in the celebration of the Seder by the Klos family. Ethan will share with us<br />
his knowledge and insights of the faithful practices of his family for generations. This will be a<br />
potluck supper and the elements of the Seder will be provided. To make sure we have enough for<br />
everyone, please let us know if you are coming. And bring friends!<br />
We want to honor the practices of this meal, so here are some guidelines for the food we bring to<br />
share.<br />
*Try to avoid bread and bread products, unless you substitute matzah.<br />
*No pork<br />
*No shellfish<br />
Anything else is great!<br />
Please contact the office, office@shccfw.org with the following information:<br />
• Yes, I am coming<br />
• # of guests<br />
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