First Christian Church 1101- 15th Street Bedford, IN 47421 812-275-4497 firstccbedford@gmail.com
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From the Senior Minister...
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SUNDAY MORNING Sunday School 9:30AM Worship 10:30AM |
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SENIOR MINISTER
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Rev. Robert L. (Bob) Dailey received his Master of Divinity degree from Lexington Theological Seminary in Lexington, Kentucky in 1987. He was ordained by the Christian Church in Kentucky in 1987. It was at that time that he entered full-time ministry. He also has a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and Physics from Ball State University, a Master of Science degree with an Educational Administration major, and principal's certification from Kentucky. Prior to entering full-time ministry he served as a lay minister in churches in Indiana and Kentucky for eight years while working as a high school teacher and then principal. He was minister of First Christian Church in DuQuoin, Illinois, prior to coming to Bedford in July 1996. He and his wife Leila have three children - two sons and a daughter - Lyle, Tim, and Jennie. Bob's email is: bob.dailey@gmail.com |
ASSOCIATE MINISTER
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Leila A. Dailey completed her Master of Divinity degree at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis in May 2000 and was ordained as a Minister of the Word in June 2000. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation and Music from Georgetown College, Georgetown, Kentucky. She started her duties in Bedford as Youth Minister in October 1996 and was called as Associate Minister in July 1999. She was Youth Director at First Christian Church, DuQuoin, Illinois for eight years. She has extensive experience in summer camps and youth work in Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois. Leila's email is: leila.dailey@gmail.com. |
CHURCH SECRETARY
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Joyce Douglas handles the daily business activities with the church. Joyce has been with the church since 1959 as church secretary. She was married to Gordon Douglas on Dec. 6, 1957, which happens to be her birthday! They have a son, Scott, who lives in Martinsville and a daughter Diana, who lives in Bedford. They "share" their three grandchildren, Phillip, Cody and Emily with their children. All aspects of the church ministry are handled by the church secretary without too many difficulties! Office hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00AM to 4:00PM. Phone number is (812)275-4497. Joyce's email is: m.joyce.douglas@gmail.com. |
CHURCH CUSTODIAN
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Steve Harrell oversees the daily upkeep of the church. He makes sure everything within the church remains in top working order. Steve has been with the church for many years and remains faithful to his duties. |
MUSIC DIRECTOR
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First Christian Church offers music ministries with the Adult Chancel Choir and the Adult Bell Choir. Music Minister, Guy Rumsey, handles the music for each Sunday service including special music for seasonal and special programs such as Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday and Maundy Thursday. Guy, along with his wife Susie and her lovely voice, is an added benefit for the church. We feel blessed to have the Rumseys back as part of our staff. |
CHURCH ORGANIST
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Mary Ruth Yates is the newest addition to the church bringing with her nearly 30 years of experience on the organ. Mrs. Yates graduated from Bedford High School and received a Bachelor of Music Degree with an Organ major from Indiana University. She also received a Master of Music degree with honors from the University of Illinois. She also attended Union Theological Seminary and Christian Theological Seminary. Mary Ruth is married to Willard F. Yates a retired professor from Butler University. They have two sons, Charles and Johnathan. They have been living in Bedford since June 2001. |
BOARD MEMBERS
Board members are chosen from the membership of the church. Each is voted by the congregation to a three year term. Currently the board member chairpersons are:
CHURCH
Chairman: Don Mains
Vice Chairman: John Dixon
Secretary: Joyce Douglas
Treasurer: Beth Joyner
Elders: Marilyn Olson
Deacons: Bonnie Duncan
Deaconesses: Mary Brooking
Trustees: Walt Fishel
CABINET DEPARTMENTS
Property: Charlie Pace
Membership: Sally Allen
Evangelism: Marilyn Olson
Education: Bonnie Dixon & Amy Holbrook
Worship: Joyce Douglas & Beverly Wray
Outreach: Janet Cunningham & Linda Smith
Finance: Jim Pentzer
CWF: Marsha Ochs
Disciples Men: Leo Jenkins
SPECIAL COMMITTEES
Camp Committee: Gordon Douglas
Long Range Planning: John Dixon
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