1. “A Changing View: A Change of Heart”” 2010 at Central …attempting to look through God’s lens to see creation, to express God’s all-inclusive, saving love in the world.

2. Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) We are Disciples of Christ, a movement for wholeness in a fragmented world. As part of the one body of Christ, we welcome all to the Lord's Table as God has welcomed us. www.disciples.org

3. Christian Church In the Upper Midwest Disciples together sharing in the fullness of God’s table for the blessing of all. www.uppermidwestcc.org

4. Central Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) The Mission of this church is to continually dedicate our lives to receive and share God’s love and word with this congregation, the community in which we live and God’s world. www.centraldoc.org

5. Global Ministries http://globalministries.org

6. Blessed Earth Ministries www.blessedearth.org

7. We offer prayers for… Prayers Jan Bringman Tom & Virginia Gilson LaVerneHuseboe

8. We offer prayers for… The Family of JoleenVajgert Joleen, the cousin of Glenda Osgood and Jean Whitmore, passed away on May 17.

9. We offer prayers for… Altoona Christian Church ~ Altoona, IA First Christian Church ~ Eddyville, IA Woodburn Christian Church ~ Woodburn, IA First Christian Church ~ Ames, IA First Christian Church ~ Estherville, IA Open Source (new church start) ~ Rochester, MN From the Regional Prayer Calendar www.uppermidwestcc.com

10. Do you have a prayer request? Names will be printed in bulletin and on screens only with permission by those for whom prayers have been requested. Leave written requests in the offering plate or church office Call the office at 753-3129 or email chalice@centraldoc.org

11. Birthday Blessings 17th Muriel Wilhelmi 18th Sarah Sade Hunter Hillygus 22nd Theresa Van Waardhuizen 23rd Kelly Anctil 24th Colette Benge 25th Tammy Rash 28th John Andrews 29th Rachel Williams Frances Rowe

12. Supply Closet May’s Mission Personal hygiene products Over the counter medications Cleaning products Paper products You may leave your donations in the Gathering Area.

13. FOOD BOX SUNDAY SECOND SUNDAY Please bring food items and place in the grocery cart. This month’s needs: Peas, corn, spaghetti, rice and cash donations.

14. Our Soup Kitchen Dates for 2010 March 13 May 8 July 10 September 11 November 13 To volunteer, contact Lois Anderson 752-3268.

15. Big Brothers and Big Sisters Wanted! Call Big Brother/ Big Sister Program 753-6370

16. “The E perience” 9:00 a.m. Sunday Mornings Pre-school - K Nursery during worship Grades 1 – 12 Upstairs Live, Love & Learn Downstairs Adult Experience Room 11 Everyone is welcome! x

17. 2010 Mission Trip Reach Workcamps July 25 – July 31 Michigan City, Indiana Our mission team is seeking sponsorships. To make a donation, contact: Mary Abens, Robin Anctil, Derek Dalluge, Kyle Dalluge, Ashley Danner, Sarah Elam, Jim Osgood, Ramona Osgood, Whitney Phillips, Allison Sherman, or Secily Sherman. Thank you for your support!

18. Workdays Saturday, May 8 Saturday, May 22 Begin at 8:30 a.m. See Bob Duke for details.

19. Central Relay for Life Team July 31 There is room for more walkers on the Central Christian Church Team. Call Marcia Gossett to join, 351-4814 Life-changing… Celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer. Remember loved ones lost to the disease. Fight back to put an end to the disease.

20. Disciples Women Fellowship (DWF) Collecting Little shampoo bottles and soaps from motels and hotels to send with First Congregational Church mission group in August. Collection box on ramp.

21. Disciples Women Fellowship (DWF) The Quadrennial Bound Women will be glad to take the following donations with them: Gently used books Purses for the local shelter Hygiene Kits

22. Sign up for Camp! 25 camps available for all ages, rustic to ultra-modern. Everyone can go to camp! Scholarships available. Information & forms in the church office

23. Congratulations, Graduates! High School: Daniel Abens Britney Best Rolly Danner Allison Sherman Derek Dalluge Joe Miller Emily Visser College: Kelly Anctil – Drake Melia Cook – MCC James Dalluge – UNI Robert Dalluge - MCC

26. Comfort Quilters Every 3rd Thursday of the Month 9:00 am to Noon All are welcome to help. Contact: Sarah Sade

27. Summer Rummage Sale Now accepting clean items in working order. Contact: Judy Osgood

28. Fellowship Time Hosts Wanted Sign up in the Gathering Area. Provide snacks and/or drinks for 100 (coffee is available) – something simple. Ask your group, committee, class or friends to join you in offering this simple ministry of hospitality following worship. Serving Fair Trade Equal Exchange Coffee

29. Recycle Your Bulletin *If you take a bulletin and don’t wish to keep it, please place it and other papers in a recycle bin by the doors. *Help us reduce paper use and waste. Please take a bulletin only if you use one. Sponsored by the Middle School & High School classes

30. Photo Directory Update If you didn’t have your photo taken you can still buy a directory for $5. Payment must be received soon for orders to be placed. See Jim Duncan or Marcia Gossett

31. Gatherers Saturday, May 22 6:00 p.m. Pizza Ranch All are welcome!!!

32. The Library New books and DVDs have arrived. Free internet access. Delivery to homebound members. On the lower level off Fellowship Hall.

33. The current newsletter is now available online at www.centraldoc.org. The May newsletter is online.

34. Serving and Saving Tips ☼ Replace half an hour of television with sitting outside or a stroll around the neighborhood. ☼ Turn off all electronics when you leave the room, even when you think you’ll just be gone for a few minutes. ☼ Avoid purchasing any food or drink in a disposable container. ☼ Turn off the radio when you are in the car, and instead spend time talking with whoever is in the car with you and/or fellowshipping with God.

35. Please fill out the attendance information In one of the black books in your row. Thank you!

36. Central Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Phone: 641-753-3129 Email: chalice@centraldoc.org Website: www.centraldoc.org

37. Central Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 300 West Main Street Marshalltown, IA 50158 Office open Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Pastor Rev. Gail Thiessen Minister in Music & Worship Rev. Janet Lott Organist/Pianist Colette Benge Choir Director Chris Thiessen Office Denise Juel Office Susan Duncan Custodian Ken Fiscus Board Chair Dee Kilmer