CELEBRATIONS ABOUND!

Joseph Smith III’s Liberty Hall hosted their annual Christmas Tea on Sunday, December 13 in Lamoni, Iowa.  The pump organ was pressed into service, carols were sung, and refreshments were served.  The beautifully restored home served as a time machine to transport people back 110 years to a time when Liberty Hall was at the center of the community’s social and religious life.  The highly popular event drew visitors from as far away as Nauvoo, Illinois and Independence, Missouri.  Community of Christ Historic Sites depend heavily on volunteers and this event was no exception.  It was planned by volunteer Martha McKain, who serves as the site coordinator, and staffed by a group of equally dedicated and committed volunteers.

International Headquarters celebrated many memories with Gail Mengel honoring her retirement. 

International Headquarters in Independence celebrated with holiday treats, music, and fellowship!

Last Sunday, December 20, was the 2009 Kirtland Temple Hymn Sing. It was quite a success with about 200 in attendance.  Pictured are members of the Kirtland Congregation who shared music ministry as a quartet consisting of Dan Eckart, Sandy Zimmer, Sharon Davies, and Steve Davidson.  They sang two unique Community of Christ Christmas hymns, Silvery Star and Joseph, Kind Joseph. Whitney Davidson offered the invocation and Bruce Crockett proved an energetic song leader for the service.

NOTES FOR THE NEW YEAR

Sunday, January 17 at 3 p.m. (CST) President Veazey will bring words of guidance and inspired counsel as the church continues to engage in prayer, discussion, and discernment about important issues. The church is invited and encouraged to participate through on-site attendance at the Temple in Independence, Missouri, and via live webcast at www.CofChrist.org.

All STAFF are invited January 20, at 9 a.m. (CST) to an all staff meeting in the Temple lecture hall and via webcast.  This is a follow-up from the Sunday, January 17 address.  There were be personal testimonies, information sharing and time for questions.  Please put this on your calendar and plan to attend.

Registration for World Conference is now available.  Talk with your supervisor regarding World Conference registration.  Staff Policy No. 226 covers the guidelines regarding Conference registration.  Please review the policy regarding staff registration and discounts.  Identified volunteers at IHQ who are tracked through Volunteer Services with Cathy Loving are eligible for a 25% discount.  Check with your supervisor or contact Cathy Loving for verification.

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a joyous New Year.