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voices . february 2007
a word from robin
2007 lenten series: "this I believe"
Every January I announce the selection of a book to be used in my annual Lenten Adult Study Series. This year, we are doing something very different, but we are still using a book!! ::: more
on jan. 28 the gift of peace: a play and project
What would life be like if, when you walked down the street, the people you meet would greet you with a warm smile and a welcome of acceptance, despite your appearance, racial or ethic background? What would it be like if the leaders of our country were to greet each other and the leaders of the world with that same warmth and acceptance, letting go of political, economic, and religious differences? What if our leaders pursued “The Gift of Peace” first and foremost? ::: more
another fine way mayflower builds community
By opening our hearts, minds AND building to the Oklahoma community, Mayflower supports and encourages a sense of community that is tolerant, diverse and giving. Mayflower's deacons, who have established a working, practical system for building and facilities use, works with various community groups requesting the use of Mayflower's building. ::: more |
think on this
"When it comes to energy, the International Center for Technology Assessment has done a detailed analysis, entitled "The Real Price of Gasoline." The group calculates several indirect costs, including oil industry tax breaks, oil supply protection costs, oil industry subsidies, and health care costs of treating auto exhaust-related respiratory illnesses. The total of these indirect costs centers around $9 per gallon, somewhat higher than the social cost of smoking a pack of cigarettes. Add this external or social cost to the roughly $2 per gallon average price of gasoline in the United States in early 2005, and gas would cost $11 a gallon (this does not include projected costs of climate change). These costs are real; someone bears them." ::: more
christian ed board fills positions
“The Christian Education Board is pleased to announce it has filled the positions of Director of Christian and Adult Education, and Director of Youth," said Kyle Sweet, Chair of the Christian Education Board. ::: more
meet bob and toni
So what about Bob and hip, happening Toni? ::: more
growing in wisdom and connections
education happenings at Mayflower
mayflower adult classes
Mayflower offers multiple ways of connecting with fellow human beings; one of these places is the adult Sunday School hour. ::: more
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guild welcomed new year at january meeting
Plymouth Guild welcomed the New Year on Jan. 9. Hostesses Beverly Engle, Jean Boswell, and Priscilla Decker delighted those present with their elegant, colorful and festive brunch. Sue Brittain presented a thoughtful devotional entitled “Life for a Reason. ::: more |
kansas-oklahoma conference kicks off lay ministry education program
Janet Storts, director of the UCC Kansas-Oklahoma Conference’s Lay Ministry Education program, announced the national church is working with the conferences to develop multiple-paths-to-ministry programs, which led to exciting changes in the Kansas-Oklahoma Conference program.
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take heart at martha's circle annual valentine gathering feb. 6
It’s a Martha’s Circle tradition that on the evening of the first Tues. in Feb., Audrey Dragg and Merry Knowles transform the parlor into a cozy romantic dining room and deliver an evening of heartwarming fellowship. ::: more |
my flower power stayin' busy
It's lunches, a movie, and team building this month. Check out MY's My Space site for more info on February MY activities. ::: more
363 group on the move
The 363 Group is in the final days of serving meals at Wiley Post Park and will be giving the congregation more news in the coming months about their move to serve meals at Homeless Alliance facilities. Stay tuned! ::: more |
whiz kids celebrate christmas at heartwarming gathering
Whiz Kids celebrated Christmas with a dinner for tutors, students and their families at Crown Heights United Methodist Church in Dec. Following the regular tutoring time, a team from Crown Heights, led by Bill and Phyllis Henry, served a wonderful meal for about 140 people. Tutors provided transportation for families who needed a ride. ::: more |
the mother load debuts mar. 2
Prepare yourself for a new vision of motherhood; it’s smart, off-kilter, sexy, loving, political, funny, questioning and a good night out. This is an honest exploration of being a mother in the 21st century. Enjoy an evening of original monologues in which humor abounds, as do heartfelt and poignant moments of insight. ::: more |
attention!
Okay. Having put away the serendipity episode I shared last month, it’s time to get back down to cases about the broadcast biz. Have you noticed how hard broadcasters work to get your attention? ::: more
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sex ed classes for 5th & 6th graders slated for march
Straight Talk is an excellent sex education and communication program for youth & parents offered every other year in conjunction with Temple B'nai Israel. This year's classes will be held at Mayflower. ::: more
of interest ...
new 12-part DVD parenting series available at public libraries
The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH), in coordination with the Oklahoma Public Library system, is offering a new resource on good parenting tips as part of the “I Am Your Child” DVD series. ::: more |
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