Newsletter for May/June 2001

WHAT'S UP D.O.C.?

Disciples of Christ (D.O.C.)

News for the Sweet Springs Christian

A Publication of First Christian Church

Randy Shannon, Pastor 1-800-889-9545

Vol. 07, Mo. 03 May/June 2001

[CONCERT SERIES CONTINUES] [JAMIE PAGE RETURNS FOR ANNUAL RENEWAL EVENT] [CELEBRATION EVENT: SEPTEMBER 9-16TH IN MARSHALL] [MISSIONS IN BRIEF] [CHRISTIAN BUMPER STICKERS] [CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES!] [Birthdays/Anniversaries]

CONCERT SERIES CONTINUES
The same people who brought memorable concerts to the area featuring Andrew Peterson and Dove nominee Mark Schultz to Marshall, have big plans for the rest of 2001.
Trevor Morgan, who was the opening act for Mark Schultz last January, will present a concert at the Marshall High School at 7 pm on Saturday, May 5th. The concert has been billed as a "thank you" to the folks who helped make the first two concerts so successful by their generous giving.
Then, October 20th, one of the most successful artists in contemporary Christian music, Geoff Moore, will come to the Bueker Middle School stage in Marshall. Mark your calendars now because you won't want to miss this one!

JAMIE PAGE RETURNS FOR ANNUAL RENEWAL EVENT
Many of you will remember the blessing we received when Jamie Page led the renewal services two years ago. Jamie, who has recorded numerous albums and has had his songs recorded by artists like Glen Campbell, is the pastor of Faith Family Fellowship in Fayette (how's that for alliteration, Betty!) He is a talented, kind-hearted pastor whom God uses in a special way to minister to His people.
Our annual renewal event will be held August 12-14 with the opening event to be held at the Sweet Springs Race Track. Our theme is: "We're in it to win it!"
Make plans to come celebrate and find victory in your life over adversity, sin and death.

CELEBRATION EVENT: SEPTEMBER 9-16TH IN MARSHALL
When Bill Glass was an all-pro football player for the Cleveland Browns; harassing the likes of Bart Starr and Roger Staubach on the field was his weekly job. Since his retirement from the game, Bill uses his love of sports and love of Christ to appeal to the unchurched. He is especially committed to prison ministry. In September he will bring his "Celebration of Champions" event to the Saline County area.
This crusade will give area Christians a wonderful opportunity to bring their unchurched friends to a exciting event which will present the gospel in fresh ways. Already on the schedule, is Kelly Cash, the niece of famous singer Johnny Cash, and winner of the title of Miss America. Famous soccer player, Kyle Rote, Jr. will also be on hand. Motivational speakers who do amazing feats of strength (Keith Davis) will be brought in to do assemblies at area schools. Christian athletes will do clinics or area youth in the areas of football, soccer and basketball.
How can you be involved? There are a variety of committees being formed; these will be explained at the banquet. Mark your calendar and plan to attend!

MISSIONS IN BRIEF
In 1999, the Basic Mission Finance offering for the Mid-America region totaled $1,062,337; of that amount, $382,934 was returned to support projects in our own area.

CHRISTIAN BUMPER STICKERS
* Coincidence is when God chooses to remain anonymous
* If God is your co-pilot--swap seats!
* Most people want to serve God, but only in an advisory capacity
* Give Satan an inch and he'll be a ruler
* Give God what's right, not what's left

CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES!
We celebrate the graduation of Sweet Springs seniors from our congregation: Ryan Bray, Candie Allen, and Shawn Livengood

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:
May
01 - Gillie Bennett
01 - Neil Jacobs
04 - John and Karen Mazurek (A)
08 - Jack and Betty Elsea (A)
08 - Betty Richards
09 - Gerry Bennett
10 - Jack and Elnora Crider (A)
10 - Haylee Votipka
11 - Betty Elsea
11 - Kendall Harvey
12 - Carrie Cline
13 - Dan and Becky Hill (A)
14 - Jim and Lois Lindemann (A)
15 - Charles Marcum
16 - Mark and Lisa Thomas (A)
18 - Dave Good
18 - Ron and Connie Highbarger (A)
20 - Allee Votipka
24 - Georgia Mae Neece
25 - Tim Votipka
26 - Hazel Allen
26 - Lynn Humphrey
27 - Robin Thomas
28 - Trevor Phillips
28 - Mary Massey
31 - Sharon Treece

June
01 - Chris and Amy Sipe (A)
01 - Dora Alice Shannon (Randy's mom)
02 - Emily Phillips
08 - Elnora Crider
10 - Maxine Crank
11 - Jack and Robin Thomas (A)
12 - Krystal Marcum
15 - Jerry Knotts
15 - Karen Mazurek
17 - John Kornis
17 - Carter Shannon (Randy's dad)
18 - Bill Neece
19 - Christina Phillips
21 - Becky Hill
22 - Joseph Cox
25 - Brooke Schleicher
25 - Jonathan Bennett
25 - Monte Holder
26 - Josh Brown