December 5, 2008

connecting the Community of Christ staff community

Holiday Decorating

Christmas trees were trimmed by staff and volunteers and set a festive mood around IHQ.

Advent Concert

An Advent concert by the Graceland University Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, University Chorus, and Orchestra will be held at Community of Christ Auditorium in Independence, Missouri, on Sunday, December 7 at 7:00 p.m. Student and faculty soloists will be featured.

IHQ Staff Worship

Just a reminder that all staff are invited to participate in worship on Wednesday, December 10 at 3 p.m. A holiday reception will follow immediately after the worship.

Mary Gill Interviewed

Mary Gill was recently interviewed by the Kansas City Star for their weekly column called, “How I Got the Job.” She talked about her position as Lifelong Disciple Formation Specialist and you can read full the interview at the Star’s website, www.kansascity.com/107/story/903650.html

Cedar Rapids Flood Recovery

When Cedar Rapids, Iowa, experienced record flooding in June 2008, members and friends of the Community of Christ responded to the need.  We are living our mission in Cedar Rapids by dedicating time, money, and willing hands to help the city’s recovery. (10:26) Check out this video feature at www.CofChrist.org/broadcast/2008archive.asp#1108news. Share it with a friend or download it and share it with your congregation!                           

Christmas Giving Opportunity

For many years the Independence School District has sponsored families in need at Christmas time, providing food and gifts. This year the need is greater than ever and as part of the Independence community, we can help! The IHQ staff has exemplified the call to share generously through the donation of 260 food items to the Community Services League food pantry during Thanksgiving.

We now have the opportunity to increase that generous response by supporting the Independence School District’s Christmas "adoption" program. Below is a list of items that will make wonderful Christmas gifts for families around the Independence area. Collection barrels will be at staff entrances through December 8. If you purchase gift cards, please give them directly to Carina Wilson, Susan Naylor, Sue Sloan or Mica Wiemann.

Christmas Wish List – provided by the Independence School District

• Household items: vacuums, microwaves, space heaters, blenders, hair dryers, etc.
• Kitchen items: pots and pans, kitchen towels, cooking utensils, dishware, glasses, casserole dishes, baking pans, small appliances (toasters, coffee pots, can openers etc.)
• Bedding: any size sheets (especially twin), blankets, comforters, pillows, etc.
• Linens: washcloths, towels, etc.
• Family board games: Sorry, Twister, Chutes and Ladders, Candy Land, card games, etc.
• Toys:  bikes (toddler to adult), bike helmets, Transformers, cars (Hot Wheels, Matchbox, etc) , Barbies, puzzles, Spongebob toys, skateboards, Star Wars, Legos, baby toys, Tonka trucks, Play Station 2 games, Bratz dolls, Dora Toys, Spiderman toys, Batman toys, Pokemon, etc.
• Clothing: all sizes from newborn to adult, shirts, jeans, pants, sweaters, belts, coats, winter boots, shoes (all sizes), socks, underwear, boxers, hats, gloves, tights, etc.
• Books: for all ages of children
• Children's/Family movies
• Hannah Montana anything

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