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2013 - ISSUE 8 APRIL 23, 2013

Bixby Knolls Christian Church, (Disciples of Christ) (562) 426-0428

Dear Church, We at Bixby Knolls Christian Church are incredibly blessed to own and operate along with the other 140 congregations of the Pacific Southwest Region a camp and conference center in the San Bernardino mountains, just east of the city of San Bernardino. Since 1957, youth and adults have been finding spiritual renewal at the place known as Loch Leven. Lately, I have enjoyed several opportunities to volunteer my time at Loch Leven. A few months ago, Ethan and I worked in the kitchen during a retreat sponsored by NAPAD (North American Pacific Asian Disciples). Earlier this month, Tristan and I did the same during Spring Fling, a leadership retreat for high school students. Ethan was a participant at Spring Fling. In the middle of Spring Fling, a very special event took place that drew folks from all over the region: the groundbreaking ceremony for a one million dollar renovation of Campbell Lodge, a grand and historic structure in the heart of Loch Leven. Built in 1928, Campbell Lodge

is the only remaining redwood lodge in the San Bernardino National Forest, and the renovation project is long overdue. How exciting it will be to see this building in full use again soon! I will be heading back up to Loch Leven this coming Saturday, along with Ginger and Robbie Charboneau, for a regional work day. Im not sure what projects we will be assisting with, but I look forward to participating in a day of volunteer work with other folks from around the region. Loch Leven has had a profound spiritual impact on nearly everyone who has ever attended one of our camps there. It is the place where I, and many others, accepted Gods call to ordained ministry, and the place where people of all vocations have found purpose for their lives. Whether you have been to Loch Leven or not, I hope you realize just how significant it is to the ministry of our congregation and our region. I encourage you to support Loch Leven with your prayers, your time, and your money. And if youve never been to this wonderful place, do make time for a visit. One really good opportunity to visit is Rock the Loch, our annual music festival, which takes place on September 28. Blessings, Pastor Danny

Groundbreaking ceremony for Campbell Lodge renovations.

Campbell Lodge at Loch Leven

Save the Date

General Meeting Thursday May 16 at 11:00 a.m. t Salad pot luck hosted by Mary Group t Program to be announced t Short business meeting to vote on slate of officers and the budget for next year.

The strength of a country is the strength of its religious convictions.

-Calvin Coolidge

OPEN & AFFIRMING REPORT

The BKCC Mission Plan adopted in November 2006 gave direction to the Elders to facilitate the acceptance of the diversity of our community through programs that build understanding of interfaith, cultural, ethnic, gender, and sexual orientation issues. To that end, the Elders have established a five person committee to report on how to create an open and affirming (O&A) congregation. A good definition of O&A is to welcome all people whatever their gender, race, age, culture, ethnic background, sexual orientation, economic circumstance, family configuration, or difference in ability. All who affirm the love of Christ in their lives would be welcomed into the BKCC church family and share fully in its life and ministry. The O&A Committee has had one meeting and plans to meet biweekly. The goal of the committee is to identify ways to overcome all barriers used by people attempting to separate Gods children from one another and from God. Jim Hardeman, co-chairman

Just a tired note!

As I write this I have just returned from moving my baby into her first apartment! I think it is the first move we have done without professionals in 17 yearsnow I know why! So if there is a slip or slur here or there put it off to my exhaustion. I made a tally last week of all the performances, rehearsals, praise services etc. that the music department has done since January 1, 2013. But after the events of this past week they seem so totally insignificant. Then I remember some teacher or professor telling me once that if you spiritually move only one person a week in the music you perform in worship, then in a year there are 52 people and in a decade 520 people and in 20 years over a thousand people.. .etc. Now go one step further and add the 5-15 choir members and their influence, the praise team and the handbells and even the advent orchestra.is it making sense yet? So we cant catch crazy bombers or victims of explosions or help hundreds of children in Afghanistan, we can pray without ceasing (remember those who

sing pray twice) and try in our own small way to inspire others to the wonder and worship of God. And maybe, just maybe that will ease someones pain, comfort someone in loneliness, or elevate someones mood to the love and joy of Christ in their lives. Bring those someones to church with you and be blessed twice. Blessings to all, Barb Peebles

FOOD SUNDAY
Perhaps youve noticed in the Sunday bulletin that the second Sunday of each month is labeled Food Sunday. For many years Bixby Knolls has contributed non-perishable groceries, paper goods and cleaning supplies to Centro Shalom. Please place your contributions in the labeled box in the narthex. Pat Cohen Community Action

Feed the Homeless

On the second Thursday of each month a team prepares dinner which is taken to Christian Outreach in Action. The fun ding is low at this time. If you would like to help fund this activity, please write your check out to the church. Then write Feed the Homeless on the memo line. Pat Cohen Community Action
Helen Tedesco - May 3 Caitlin Dubon - May 8 Karen Dubon - May 8 Adam Rugh - May 19 Shirley Dickison - May 29 Bob & Shirley Dickison - May 12 (12 yrs) Leo & Patti Dittemore - May 18 (40 yrs)

Prayer Concerns:
Ester Troxel, Sumbal Sardar, Keri Clark, Sevin Pettis, Marcia Solan, Ed Bremel, Sean May, Scheri Dubon, Sandy Jeglum, Tom Sykes, Helen Tedesco, Anita Ramirez, Nargis & family in Pakistan, Betty Rollos granddaughter, Kathryn OConnor

Birthday & Anniversary Blessings to All

EDCO Environmental Collection Center Now Open!

With Earth Day having taken place this Monday, we want to remind you that the EDCO Recycling and Transfer Facilitys Environmental Collection Center (ECC) is now open at 2755 California Avenue in Signal Hill. LA County residents can drop off ewaste and household hazardous waste without leaving their cars. The ECC is open 9 AM to 2 PM on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Household Hazardous Waste E-Waste Universal Waste Sharps & Medicine Pesticides & Fertilizers and more . . . For more information visit CLEANLA.com or call 888CLEANLA. For info on EDCOs Buyback Recycling Center: edcodisor Goodwill
Dorothy Volker is back at home. Angela Sar & Trent Anderson are taking the stage in Renaissance High Schools production of The Wedding Singer April 26 & 27.

May 19 Pentecost
Weve got a full day of activities planned for Pentecost Sunday, May 19. During our 10:15 worship service, we will be joined by our Cambodian brothers and sisters for a special Pentecost celebration. After worship, we will walk next door to Somerset Park for our annual church picnic.

THE BKCC MEN'S BREAKFAST WILL BE THIS SATURDAY, 20 APRIL, AT 8 AM HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!

May 19 is also the date that Pastor Danny will organize, for the second year in a row, the Bixby Knolls Interfaith Blessing of the Bikes. Those who

Welcome to Bud Dale who became a member of BKCC with his confession of faith on Sunday, March 31.

would like to participate in this should bring their bikes to the picnic. After our picnic lunch (and no later than 12:45), we will ride to the Blessing of the Bikes location at Georgies Place Then in the evening, our monthly Rekindle worship will take place. In addition to music, scripture, and communion, this months Rekindle will also help us learn a little more about the issues facing our denomination, particularly as the General Assembly prepares to meet three months from now in Orlando.

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Sevin Pettis is recuperating after being hit by a car while riding his bike. He suffered a broken leg.

If you havent been to a Wednesday Night Dinner lately, now is the best time to come! Its Spring, the sun is staying out late, and your church family is gathering for an informal evening of food & fellowship every week. Join us this Wednesday at 6:00, and bring a friend!

A monthly gathering of praise, prayer, conversation and table fellowship where every persons faith story and questions are honored. The next Rekindle is May 19, 6:12pm.

What Are You Doing Next Summer?

The dates for 2013 summer camps at Loch Leven have been announced. Registration materials are now available online (disciplespswr.org/camp) and at church. Mini (entering grades 2 & 3): July 7 10 Junior (entering grades 4, 5 & 6): June 23 29 Chi-Rho (entering grades 7 & 8): June 30 July 6 CYF 1 (entering grades 9 & 10): July 21 July 27 CYF 2 (entering grades 11 & 12, and 13 grads): July 28 August 3

Vacation Bible School

Its our biggest Christian Education event of the year! Please mark your calendars for July 22-26, 2013, for Kingdom Rock. Be sure to let your neighbors know! We need your help: please spread the word and invite kids you know. Lets make this our most successful VBS in years!

Camp Scholarship Information

Thank you to our Angel Gardener who provided new plants for the planter boxes in the rear parking lot. BKCC is preparing for tenting of the entire church for exterminating purposes. The plants have been removed for their protection and will be replanted when the extermination has been completed. Your wonderful works and generosity has been expressed and appreciated by many. As of this writing, a date for the tenting of the premises has not yet been determined. Weather temperature is a factor in establishing the date. Everyone will be notified when the date has been established. Thank you Angel!

Bixby Knolls Christian Church will pay half the cost of camp for any youth who are active in the life of the congregation. In addition, regional scholarships are available to further offset the cost of camp for those who need it. Regional scholarship applications should be turned in to Pastor Danny or the church office this Week.

A BIBLE QUIZ

CHURCH STAFF: Pastor Daniel Bradfield -Minister Monica Lanz -Church Secretary Barbara NealPeebles -Music Director/ Organist Christine Perkinson - Church Child Care Suzie Romero - Custodian
The Fellowship News

Match the biblical event in the left column with the place in the right column in which it happened.
1. Christ followers first called Christians (Acts 11:26) 2. Jesus performed his first miraculous sign (John 21:3) 3. Noahs ark came to rest (Genesis 8:4) 4. Jonah went here to preach (Jonah 3:3) 5. Abraham lived here (Genesis 11:31) 6. Elijah confronted Baal prophets (1 Kings 18:19) 7. A man was healed at the Bethesda Pool in this city (John 5:2) 8. Israelites lived in exile (Jeremiah 25:11) 9. Jacob wrestled with God (Genesis 32:20) 10. John lived in Exile (Revelation 1:9) 11. God turned water to blood (Exodus 7:20) 12. Naaman healed of leprosy (2 Kings 5:14) 13. Ten Commandments given to Moses (Exodus 31:18) 14. Solomon asked for wisdom (1 Kings 3:3-9) 15. Jesus was born (Luke 2:15) 16. Goliath lived here (1 Samuel 17:4) 17. Israelites marched around its walls (Joshua 6:2,3) 18. Lot lived here (Genesis 14:11,12) 19. God rained down fire on it (Genesis 19:24) 20. Abraham offered Isaac as a sacrifice (Genesis 22:2) a. Gath b. Ninevah c. Patmos d. Moriah e. Jericho f. Jerusalem

BOARD OFFICERS: Ken Brown -Board President Leo Dittemore -Vice President Pat Cohen -Secretary Angela Hillig - Treasurer Chrysan Naw - Financial Secretary -Church Clerk

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A publication of Bixby Knolls Christian Church of Long Beach (a Disciples of Christ Church) 1240 E. Carson Street Long Beach, CA 90807 www.bixbyknollschurch.org Editor: Monica Lanz 562-426-0428 bkcchurch@aol.com fax 562-426-0429 Pastor: Daniel Bradfield The Fellowship News is published twice monthly.

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UPCOMING SCRIPTURE April 28 Acts 11:1-18 May 5 May 12 John 5:1-9 Acts 16:16-34

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