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A Publication of First Christian Church of North Hollywood
A Congregation of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Rev. Randy Spleth, Interim Pastor
Jennifer Le’au, Director of Children’s Ministries
Luis Oliart, Interim Youth Director
Alfredo Gomez & Loydi Rivas Gomez, Pastors, Spanish Speaking Congregation
Volume LXIV No. 18 September 29, 2021
For the bread of God is the bread
that comes down from heaven
and gives life to the world.
– JOHN 6:33
JOIN US THIS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3RD for
world communion sunday
JOIN THE 10AM SUNDAY LIVESTREAM ON YOUTUBE
or check out recent service streams and more at www.fccnh.org.
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There is a FCCNH connection albeit once re- be even more important once the war was over.
moved. The originator of our service this coming He was right and this Sunday almost all
Sunday was a friend of your interim pastor. Not Christians will celebrate communion as a sign of
me, not your current interim pastor. But your in- global unity. It is not surprising, given our connec-
terim pastor prior to Pastor Bob, Owen Kellison. tion to its founder, that World Communion Sunday
You can find his picture on the clergy wall in the is a strong tradition in our church.
narthex. I’m eager to celebrate it with you and am lift-
Owen Kellison retired from Wilshire Christian ing a page from Pastor Bob’s 2016 playbook. This
Church as the senior pastor and served not once is what he wrote: The point of World Communion
but twice as interim at our church. His distin- Sunday is to demonstrate that the Body of Christ,
guished pastoral career included both his work The Church, is one through the breaking of bread.
at Wilshire and in Ponca City, OK. But it is his It is a day where every denomination, regardless of
friend’s ministry that impacted Sunday’s service. how different we might be, can celebrate together
His friend was Jesse Bader. the one thing that unites us. I would like to invite
Their friendship began at Drake as college you to bring a loaf of your favorite bread. It can be
students but flourished at the United Christian home-made or purchased. It can be dark or light,
Missionary Society where Owen served as the sour or sweet. When you bring it just give it to one
Superintendent for Education and Jesse Bader of the Elders who will be greeting you at the door.
was Superintendent for Evangelism. Both were It is a terrific idea, and we will use the bread
gifted in church growth. Together, they coined a displayed on the Lord’s Table the following day by
phrase, “Each one, win one.” resourcing our food pantry. While the tradition is
In 1932, Bader left the denominational posi- to come forward to receive the bread and wine,
tion to work with the Federal Council of Churches. this year, due to COVID concerns, we will partake
His hope was to take his passion for growth into in the pew. Afterwards, we will sustain the interna-
an ecumenical work as a way to express unity. He tional meet and greet flavor, not as a pitch-in but
didn’t know that soon the world would turn to con- in global dips at our Meet and Greet.
flict. By 1939, a war, not unity was clearly on the I invite you to come. But in keeping of your
horizon. former interim pastor and founder of World
This led Bader to propose and work for a year Communion Sunday, each one, win one. Invite
to promote and launch World Communion Sunday, someone to join you at the table, as a sign of unity
October 6, 1940. The world was already descend- but also as a way to win one for Christ.
ing into the World War that America was to enter
later the next year. Bader’s vision and commit-
ment however, told him that a regular occasion to
remind Christians of what bind us together might
First Christian News September 29, 2021 Page 3
an announcement from
DAVID BLAIR at DEE’S FLOWERS
I would like to take a moment to thank those of you who have supported Dee’s Flowers over
the past 12 years of my ownership.
As we’ve all seen these past 2 years, COVID-19 has created great difficulty for large and
small businesses alike, and Dee’s Flowers has not been spared. Therefore and with regret, we
will be closing Dee’s Flowers permanently, on or before December 14, 2021, thus ending our
76 year presence here in Studio City.
Again, my personal thanks to those of you who have kindly supported us to this end. I will
miss you all, especially my CWF ladies.
David Blair
Dee’s Flowers • 1945–2021
join a weekly bible study
with dr. ann updegraff spleth
MONDAY EVENING TUESDAY MORNING
(IN PERSON) (ONLINE VIA ZOOM)
7:00-8:30pm • in the Annex 10:00–11:30am
Dr. Ann Updegraff Spleth leads our Monday evening study Tuesday morning Zoom Bible
with a Bible basic overview. Bible 101 is a course created by study has been led by Ed Esau.
Ann, originally for Geist Christian Church. Since its creation, it The class begins each week
has been taught by many Disciples pastors across the USA. using Lectio Divina to focus on
It has been shown to be popular with both experienced Bible a Bible passage. Then a Biblical-
readers and newcomers to the Bible, surveying how the Bible related presentation is shared.
came to be, different types of literature and approaches in For the next 6 weeks, Ann
understanding. Ann says, “Through this course, participants Updegraff Spleth will present the
will learn new ways to study the Bible, which you can use long Bible 101 class as described at
after the class has ended. Join us, you’ll be glad you did!” left. Join the Zoom study HERE.
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FCCNH YOUTH
GROUP 2021
• FUN FACT •
YOUTH
OVERNIGHT
Saturday October
23rd • 5:30PM
YOUTH PROGRAM • NEW EXTENDED HOURS
Sunday Mornings Sunday Evenings Wednesday Afternoons
9:30AM-11:00AM 5:30PM-7:30PM 3:00PM-5:30PM
Middle School & High School High School Middle School
First Christian News September 29, 2021 Page 5
FOURTH REPORT FROM THE
pulpit committee
UPDATE ON THE SEARCH FOR A SENIOR PASTOR FOR FCCNH
FCC NORTH HOLLYWOOD The 10 members of the Pulpit Committee that you,
the FCCNH congregation, elected on August 1st,
Pulpit Committee Progress
have now had 7 meetings, including one with our
1 FCCNH members and friends Regional Minister Rev. Richie Sánchez, to review
commit ourselves to prayerful the steps in finding our next Senior Pastor. We
guidance under the Holy Spirit for are nearly finished preparing our Congregational
the Search Process. Survey of what you’d like to see in our new Senior
2 Board selects a slate of members of
the Pulpit Committee with approval
Pastor. Along with our questions, we’ll provide
ample narrative space for your input.
by the Congregation.
Our target date for the Survey release is
3 Pulpit Committee meets with the
Regional Minister to discuss the
October 10th for both an electronic version
search process. (preferred method) and a paper version which will
4 Pulpit Committee surveys the
congregation and completes a
then be available in the narthex at Sunday worship
services, in the Church Office, and can be mailed
Congregational Profile. to you upon request.
5 Pulpit Committee does independent
research and receives profiles of
More information is forthcoming in two weeks
(October 10th). We seek participation from all
potential candidates.
members and friends of FCCNH by November
6 Pulpit Committee creates a list of
candidates to interview.
1st so we can prepare a comprehensive
Congregational Profile and find the right minister
7 Pulpit Committee interviews
candidates.
next year.
Thank you for your continuing prayers for us
8 Pulpit Committee recommends one
candidate to the church Board.
and for the folks who will apply to join our church
9
family in leadership.
Congregation votes on the
recommended candidate. Blessings,
10 FCCNH joins with Regional Minister Richard Follett,
to welcome our new Senior Pastor. Chair, Pulpit Committee
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First Christian News September 29, 2021 Page 7
11 Richard Follett 26 Alison Sky Kaufman
12 Vienna Elson David Izzard
Danielle Kohberger Donovan Sylla
Phillip Perry 27 Tommie Mamara Botero
Noah Rodriguez 28 Sean Graf
13 Christopher Conte Gabriella Mathevosian Gomez
1 Stacey Constantine Evie Pacula Jason Owen
Nicole Metivier 14 Manny Chavez Thomas Rogillio II
Ken Wilson Christopher Sansone 29 Georgia Collister
2 Irion DeRouen Lily Stassen Charlie Drastal
3 Lulu (Loralei) Bishop 16 Cole Le’au Maggie Webber
Matthew Cooper Yvonne Demery 30 James Jeffries
Beth Owen Idan Gould Julie Hovis-Diaz
4 Shaun Houlihan Mike Hamm 31 Garrett Brooks
5 Sheryl Conte 17 Kim Darian Brenden Carlson
Daniel Graf Jack Houlihan Shaun Wolfe
Barbara Ann Meade Judy Gordon
Marilyn Pieper Torey Jagel
Linda Wolf 19 Frankie Gage
6 Carson Miller Jeannine Schofield
7 Annabel Berthold Jeremiah Hinkel
Richard Kline 20 Lance Turner
8 Brady Bridges Justin Floyd
Ryan Hicks 21 Daila Melendez
Sandra Hernandez Arden Lewis-Mount 3 Mike & Rae Eiklor
Michael Immel 22 Julianna Acomb Scott & Marla Fain
Jean Johnson Dusty Ann Holdren 4 Joy Brittain & Elaine Harris
Barbara Little Brianna Parrish Michael & Angela Hayes
Alice Pitts 23 David Blair 7 Doug & Karen Richardson
9 Deborah Bock Rebecca Campbell 10 Richard Price & Tyana Parr
Caroline Keenan Brandon Hill 11 Kim & Craig Darian
Emma Pharr Helen Jacobs 12 Bill & Susan Hayes
Lena Stranahan Gina Quintero John & Julie Houlihan
Augie Treibach Aden Sigala 13 Scot & Adriann Bowers
10 Danielle Bax 24 Nathan Burkart 16 Alan Renshaw &
Hudson Briggs Becket Christoph Molly Niles Renshaw
Austin Haugen Will Janos 18 Harris & Marilyn Pieper
Alden Istook 25 Mia Culpepper 23 Lance & Jennifer Turner
Duncan Murray Charles Hirsch 30 Stacey & Geriann McIntosh
James Schutt Declan Houlihan Dan Miller & Nola Sarkisian-Miller
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Eunice Cox (ec4prayer@sbcglobal.net),
Irion DeRouen (dashsmom@aol.com),
Barbara Wiles (barbwiles@verizon.net),
or Janet Bruce (grayladies@aol.com)
• Via email on the church website:
www.fccnh.org/worship/prayer-requests
• Via phone call to the church office:
PRAYER 818-763-8218
If you are at the church, prayer cards are available
is always there at the Prayer Cabinet outside the Chapel. Fill one
out and put it in the cabinet slot, or drop it off in the
church office.
As always, there are many ways to reach us with Prayers received during the week in one of
your prayer needs. these ways will be emailed out to Prayer Group
On Sundays, there are cards in the morning members. Unless urgent, prayers received on
bulletins. You can write your prayers on the back Saturday or Sunday will be compiled for the list
and put them in any of the offering plates set out given to members on Monday mornings.
near the doors from the Sanctuary. You may also The sole purpose of the Prayer Group has always
slide your prayer cards through the slot in the been to pray for those in need. Prayers are lifted
Prayer Cabinet near the drinking fountain outside aloud in the Chapel on Monday mornings, and then
the Chapel doors. become part of the daily prayer discipline of our
During the week, your prayers can reach us in members. As always, all prayers that come to us
several ways: are kept strictly confidential and are not shared
• Via email to one of our Prayer Group leaders: elsewhere.
THE MEN HAVE MOVED ...
The Coffee on the Corner Men’s Group
weekly meeting has moved to
7PM THURSDAY
Interested in joining?
For Zoom info Email: menoncorner@gmail.com
MEN ON THE CORNER SUGGESTED SCRIPTURE FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER
Be doers of the Word, and not merely hearers who deceive themselves.
– JAMES 1: 22
First Christian News September 29, 2021 Page 9
To order flowers to decorate the chancel on an
OCTOBER 3rd is
upcoming Sunday, please fill out the following
form and place in the offering box or drop at
WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY the church office with your check for $40.
Please plan to join us THIS SUNDAY at 10am as we Today’s Date:
mark this day of unity with Christ and His Church Name(s):
in all nations of the world with Communion.
As we have done in the past, we invite you to
bring a loaf of your favorite bread -- any kind! Daytime Phone:
Email:
Available dates:
10/3 10/17 10/24 11/7 11/14 11/21 11/28
Floral Dedication:
(Please check one of the following and write the
specifics of your dedication in the space provide
below)
In Honor of ...
In Celebration of ...
In Memory of ...
ZOOM MEETING
7:30pm FRIDAYS
NEWCOMERS
WELCOME
email for Zoom info Check enclosed for arrangement ($40)
W2W.FCCNH@gmail.com Arrangements are supplied by Dee’s Flowers.
Checks should be made payable to FCCNH.
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CAN YOU HELP THE FOOD PANTRY?
PACK BAGS • 2 people at Temple Beth Hillel on Mondays (9:30- 11:15am)
TRANSPORT BAGS • in Pantry Van (One hour) - Monday through Friday
(3:30pm - 5:30pm) begin at Temple Beth Hillel, end at FCCNH
MORE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES COMING SOON FOR:
Sandwich-making • Hygiene Kits • Pet Kits
SIGN UP AT: www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0a4ba5a82fa5fa7-transporting
NORTH HOLLYWOOD
INTERFAITH FOOD PANTRY
SPECIFIC NEEDS
Hearty meal-type SOUPS (“ready to eat”and
other) • DOG FOOD • CHILD DIAPERS
(loose or open bags okay) 1
STILL LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO Paypal@fccnh.org
... loves to write and share information on
social media. The Food Pantry would like to 2
reach more people via a Vlog or Blog postings. @fccnh
NEW VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Public Relations Lead - Can be done
from home! We have connections with 3
various neighborhood councils. We have First Christian Church of North Hollywood
some school connections. We need
other civic groups, major corporations, 4 On our website at: www.fccnh.org
realtors or TV networks to embrace us!
Rae Eiklor, 5 Mail donations to the church office at:
First Christian Church of North Hollywood
FCCNH Food Pantry Liaison
4390 Colfax Avenue • Studio City, CA 91604First Christian News September 29, 2021 Page 11
BY WAY OF REPORT CHURCH STAFF
Rev. Randy Spleth
Week Ending Sunday, September 26, 2021___ Interim Pastor
10:00 AM Worship Attendance 90 Alfredo Gomez
Pastor, Spanish Speaking Congregation
Sunday School Children 8
Jennifer Le’au
Youth 10 Director of Children’s Ministries
Evening Youth 4 Luis Oliart
Interim Youth Director
Tyana Parr
10:00 AM Worship Offering $7,366.00
Director of Children’s/Youth Choirs
Sunday School Offering $2.00 David Rigsby
Human Needs $150.00 Music Director/Organist
Credit Card Offering 9/20/21-9/26/21___ Christine Karasseferian
Director of Finance
General Offering $448.00 Chris Carson
Church Administrator
Gabriela Dorantes
PUBLICATION Administrative Assistant
DEADLINES
Glenda Morgan Brown
Administrative Assistant
FCCNH NEWSLETTER Terri Burton
DEADLINE Church Publications
Trudie Kirkland
Event Planner
IS MIDNIGHT SUNDAY Elmer Maldonado
Building & Grounds Superintendent
PLEASE SUBMIT ARTICLES VIA EMAIL TO:
terrib@fccnh.org or terriburton@gmail.com Miriam Mancilla
Director of Christian Nursery School
Articles can also be delivered to the office Greg Kirkland
Monday thru Friday, 9am to 5pm. Media Director
VOLUNTEER STAFF
Jacob Beam, Craig Brooks
Sound Technicians
Luis Oliart
Security
IN MEMORIAM
Robert M. Bock
Senior Pastor
Earle Immel
Minister of Music Emeritus
Merle E. Fish, Jr.
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