THANK YOUS

Thank you for the craft, the food, and the Egg hunt. I had fun. - Grant Robbins

Thank you for the wonderful Easter Egg Hunt. Kevin, Grant, and I were impressed with the organization. We had a good time and we appreciate everyone involved. - Jackie Robbins

I had a wonderful 80th. Thanks so much for the many good wishes. I am so blessed to have such a loving church family. God bless and keep you all. - Rosalie Roberts

Thank you for your prayers, concern, and visits during my recent stay in the hospital. Also, thanks to Rev. Bob Dailey for all his visits. I am now home and doing much better. - Claude Boruff

I want to thank my church family for your prayers during my illness. I am better now, but still need your prayers. Also, I want to thank the carolers for coming by in January. I enjoyed them very much. Also, I want to say thanks for the Cookie Gram. It was very good and I enjoyed it very much.
         In Christian Love, Lois Chase

We want to express our deep appreciation for all the prayers, cards, and CookieGram from our Church Family. Thanks so much. In Christian Love, Warren & Janet Smith

Dear First Christian Church Members, Thank you for the care package! The cookies were delicious and especially appreciated while I burned the midnight oil. As always, I loved every bit of it and was comforted to know I was being thought of during the hardest week of the semester. Thank you! Love and God bless, Stephanie Waltz

Thank you for the donation of $323.40. Your gift is much appreciated and will be put to good use carrying out our mission in Lawrence County. As you know, Habitat for Humanity brings together people of compassion to build or renovate simple, decent homes for sale to low income families. Through that process, it is our belief that Habitat builds stronger families and stronger communities. Your gift will help us nurture this effort in Lawrence County. Thank you again for your donation. We look forward to keeping you updated on our progress.
Sincerely,
Brandon C. Hall, Treasurer
Lawrence Co. Habitat for Humanity

Thank you to Dorothy Hirscher for the white nativity that was displayed in the Main hall.

Memorial funds from the family of Walter Russell allowed us to purchase another nativity set and a Mary, Joseph, and Jesus statue. Thank you to the family.

Thank you to everyone who helped decorate and take down decorations in the church for the Christmas season. It was especially gratifying to have so many youth helping this year. Thank you.

Dear Friends of First Christian, Thank you for the cards and visits I have received from you this past year. I do enjoy the visits when you bring communion. Thanks to all, and Merry Christmas. – Ruby Wallheiser

Christ’s peace; hope and love enfold you today and evermore. A Blessed Christmas! – Christian Church Foundation Staff

The Retired Teachers Luncheon served 42 people. The Bedford Camp Committee catered the meal and made $236 for the Camp Fund. Thanks to all who donated desserts or helped cook and serve. – Camp Committee of Bedford Christian Camp

Thanks to all those who volunteered to ring the bell at the Salvation Army kettle at K-Mart on the days First Christian Church participated – Janet Cunningham, Bob Dailey, Gordon & Joyce Douglas, Toby & Marilyn Fields, John & Ellie Grissom, Walter & Dottie Manning, Pat & Helen Merchant, Joyce Moreno, Amanda Ochs, Marilyn Olson, JoAnn George, Doris Pierce, and Carolyn Tumey.

Thanks to my church family for all your support during my recent illness. Margaret Lee

Thank you for the birthday cards and the turkey basket. – Frances Clark

To Our Church Family, Thanks for your thoughts and prayers during Mom’s passing. Also, thanks for the delicious funeral meal. It was all very much appreciated. Love, Gene and Betty Wagoner

From the Recipient of our Scholarship Fund at Christian Theological Seminary:
Thank you for the gifts given by First Christian Church to their Church Endowed Scholarship at Christian Theological Seminary. Due to the generous giving of congregation members, I am able to attend another year of seminary without the worry associated with tuition costs.
With this blessing I have been granted the ability to absorb knowledge from every class I have taken without the strain of paying for this portion of my education. As a senior approaching graduation in May, I am ever grateful for the support I have received from First Christian Church., whether it has been in the ongoing care of Bedford Christian Camp (I was a camper for 10 years!) or the support given through Christian Theological Seminary, I am grateful. I would not have made it this far without the many blessings given over time.
It is through churches giving to their Church Endowed Scholarships that not only seminary students are supported, but the ministries of the church as a whole are strengthened. When individuals are supported in their callings, they are able to strengthen and shape themselves into faithful leaders for the church. Once again, thank you for your blessings and support.
Sincerely, Bonnie L. Browning

Thank you for John’s fall flower arrangement. Linda (Smith) always does a wonderful job! Also, for all the prayers for us! It means so much! God bless you all, John & Julie Spicer

Thank you to all the people who helped us with the “Lighthouse Picnic” – decorating and the kitchen help and clean up at the end. We really appreciate all the donations of ice cream and food. This picnic was a “success” because of you people who go to that extra mile. In Christian Love, Sally Allen and Marilyn Olson

Thanks to everyone that helped serve or donated desserts to the Retired Teachers luncheon on Oct. 5th. We served 46 and made a profit of $338.11 for the church camp. 1st Christian Church Camp Comm.

Thank You to everyone who donated food items and monetary donations for the Men's Retreat! Also a Thank You to those who helped prepare and serve the meals!

Thank You to Linda Smith for making these gifts for our homebound and nursing home members! The gifts were delivered as Homebound Communion was taken to the homes on Sunday, September 16th.

Special Music has been very “special” this summer. Many thanks to these friends for sharing their talents in music during August and September: Claude Boruff – piano, Jim Kirkman – trumpet, Jacob Rumsey – violin and Guy Rumsey – piano, Ross Pentzer – cello, Ginny Jones – violin.

Dear friends, thank you so much for your prayers, phone calls, cards and flowers. It was very comforting to know that my church family was there in my time of need. Don Mains

We would like to thank our church family for all the visits, cards and encouragement you gave George over the last few years of his illness. Also, the kindness shown during his passing. Thank you also to the wonderful ladies of the church who prepared the delicious luncheon after the funeral – it was so appreciated. In Christian Love, Jean Corps, Larry & Kelly Corps, Robin Corps, Becky & Jack Meadows

Bob, We appreciated your meaningful service for George – your words and message touched our hearts. Thank you so much. Jean, Larry, Robin Corps, Becky Meadows

Thanks to Jim Pentzer for giving the message on Sunday, July 22nd when Bob and Leila were at the General Assembly. Thanks from the heart! Thank you for food prepared with love. – The Jones Family

Thank you!!!! I would like to thank everybody that has helped and supported me during my year in America. Without you this experience would not have been the same. If anybody would like to keep in contact …

Another terrific year … thank you so much for all of your wonderful help and suggestions for the picnic and congregational dinner. You have been there whenever we have needed help. I appreciate each and every one of you.
Thanks also to Marilyn Olson and the Evangelism Committee for joining with the Membership Committee and helping with everything.
With Christian love,
Sally Allen, Chairman of Membership Committee

Dear Friends:
Please find enclosed a check in the amount of $12,400 for our seven weeks of camp rental for the summer of 2007.
As always, we are so grateful for the way First Christian partners with the region in this vital ministry. Together, we are able to provide a place for children, youth and adults to explore living in Christian community in the out-of-doors. As we all know, camp is often a setting for people to experience the presence of God in fresh ways.
I appreciate the way we continue to work together through the camp program, as well as your support of regional ministry.
Blessings, Carolyn Reed
Christian Church in Indiana

Rev. Bob Dailey,
Thank you so much for your support and use of your facilities for the April 25th Dr. Laskey training on preventing child abuse! Over 80 attendees benefited from her knowledge and experience. Your generosity enabled us to provide this opportunity for FREE in Lawrence County. Thank you for helping to make our community better for our children and families.
Sincerely, Hoosier Hills PACT

Many thanks to these friends for sharing their talents for Special Music during the month of June: Leila Dailey – Contralto, Jim Kirkman – Trumpet, Cathy Allman – Piano, Stephanie Waltz – Flute.
Mary Ruth Yates

Many thanks to those talented friends for their Special Music during the month of July: Megan Hamer—Vocal Solo, Ashlyn Reynolds—Flute Solo, Sunday School Youth—Joyful Singing, Stephanie Waltz—Flute Solo, and Cathy Allman—Duet Piano.

We want to express our appreciation to an excellent Nominating Committee that worked so faithfully this year. They were dedicated to the task and thorough in their work. Those who served were Gary Ochs, Rhonda Zimmerman, Bonnie Dixon, Bonnie Duncan, Betty Wagoner, Gene Wagoner, Mary Brooking, and Donna Pace. -- Gary Ochs, Chair, and Bob Dailey, Senior Minister

I appreciate the care package sent to me during finals week. It really helps. Thank you very much. - Andrew Foster

Dear Church Family, Thank you for allowing us to use the church on May 10. Lincoln Elementary honored four retiring staff members - Mona Miller, Christie Spires, Gay Bolton, and Carolyn Tumey. Together they had over 130 years of service to children. It was a wonderful evening. Thank you. Christie Maxwell

Dear Church Family, Thank you for my college care package. Everything was delicious and helped me get through my last few days. Thank you. - Ashley Maxwell

Dear First Christian Church Members, Thank you for the care package! I really enjoyed having so many goodies and being thought of during finals week. I've missed seeing you all this semester and hope to see you more this summer! Love and God bless, Stephanie Waltz

Thank you for letting us use your wonderful camp facility for our Girl Scout sleepover. - from Jr. Troop #244, Lincoln School

The Camp Committee would like to thank everyone for their hard work last week. We got a lot accomplished, but there is still more work to be done. If you can come to the camp to work, please let Gordon know what days and hours you can be there. We have inside and outside work that needs to be finished before the camping season begins. Thank You. Bedford Christian Camp Committee