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2013 - ISSUE 7 April 9, 2013

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

Dear Church, On the first Thursday of each month, I have been given a standing invitation to join our CWF Mary Group for their time of fellowship and learning. I am grateful for the opportunity, and not only because of the delicious refresh-

pronounced the earth good, and too many of our actions hurt or destroy life on earth instead of nurturing life. Its not always easy to make lifestyle choices that are good for the environment, but fortunately, EDCO our local disposal company has made it easier to get rid of hazardous waste. Items such as unused prescriptions, sharps, electronics, batteries, pesticides and fertilizers, and even used cooking grease are bad for the environment when

Just an Easter Season Note

Wasnt Easter WONDERFUL?!! Our musicians and dramatists really worked hard and deserve a vote of thanks starting with our Joyous Bells. Angela H. Marlene K. Becky C. Carol M. Jim H. Ken B. and Chuck F.. They rang beautifully and we look forward to hearing from them again this spring. The Chancel Choir was in rare form both on Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday. Special thanks to our added singers Michael Hansen, Angela Sar and Christiaan Westerkamp who, after performing with us, went on to sing in an afternoon competition in which he won first place! Congratulations Christiaan! Special thanks to our choir narrators Ethan B and Samantha K, who did a lovely job. Improv for God showed us the culmination of their 5 weeks of sketches on Easter Sunday as we saw their Cross Store and the prices were zero! We look forward to hearing and seeing more of them in the future. Some of our performers are appearing in The Wedding Singer this month in Long Beach so lets go see them perform and let them know we support them wholeheartedly. As we enjoy this Easter Season we start thinking musically about whats next. The return of the youth Praise team will probably happen in early or late June so let me know if you are interested in playing or singing two or three times this summer. Also I will be looking to fill in with musical solos, duos, trios etc. this July and August so dust off those musical ambitions and let me know a good date for you to help us in worship. Blessings to all Barb

ments they always have! At their most recent gathering, the topic was water. Millions of people in developing countries struggle to find safe drinking water. Meanwhile, here in the United States, millions of people spend money on bottled water even though tap water is, generally speaking, just as good (if not better), and a whole lot cheaper. The energy required to make plastic bottles, fill them with water, and then transport them to stores is phenomenal and creates a lot of pollution. Then we throw away countless plastic bottles that end up in the ocean or landfills. The conversation that took place among this group of church women inspired me. It reminded me of the responsibility we have as Christians to care for Gods creation, and for the people who dwell in it. Too often, we forget that God

thrown into the trash. In some cases, it is even illegal to just throw these items into the trash can. The EDCO Environmental Collection Center, located just two miles from the church, is now open and can receive these items. Ive included in this newsletter an article with all the details. Check it out; and as you do your part to protect the planet, give thanks for the wonderful gift of Gods creation! Blessings, Pastor Danny

God pronounced the earth good

Prayer Concerns:
Ester Troxel, Sumbal Sardar, Shirley Dickison, Keri Clark, Ed Bremel, Sean May, Marcia Solan, Scheri Dubon, Nargis & family in Pakistan, Betty Rollos granddaughter, Kathryn OConnor
Save the date! Our annual church picnic will be on Sunday, May 19, after worship. Its Pentecost Sunday, so be sure to wear red!

EDCO Environmental Collection Center Now Open!

Don't know what to do with that old computer or other household hazardous waste? You no longer need to wait for a collection event or drive to San Pedro! 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 e-waste 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: edcodisposal.com or 562.597.0608. Goodwill Industries at Atlantic/Willow also accepts E-Waste items during regular business hours. 562.989.3630.

The General Assembly of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) takes place July 13-17 in Orlando, Florida. The deadline for the early registration discount has been extended to April 13. Information about the General Assembly can be found on the bulletin board in the fellowship hall. Whether you are attending or not, check out the bulletin board to learn more about our denomination, the General Assembly (and how it works), and business resolutions that will be presented to the Assembly for a vote. The

bulletin board will be updated as those resolutions are announced. For even more information, visit the General Assembly website at www.disciples.org/ga

Each holiday the members of BKCC remember our hospitalized veterans with cards. These cards are distributed to our Veterans which makes them realize they have been remembered. On behalf of the Department of Veterans Affairs, thank you for your support, interest and concern in the welfare of the hospitalized Veterans.

I will be having eye surgery Tuesday Apr. 9 for a hole in my left eye - maybe it will give me a clearer outlook on life - Grace Kobel

When you talk, choose the very same words that you would use if Jesus were looking over your shoulder. Because he is.
-Marie T. Freeman

A monthly gathering of praise, prayer, conversation and table fellowship where every persons faith story and questions are honored. The next Rekindle is April 21, 6:12pm.

SUMMER CAMP AT LOCH LEVEN

The dates for 2013 summer camps at Loch Leven have been announced. Registration materials are available online or 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

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!

Vacation Bible School

It's happening! Loch Leven Camp & Conference Center will break ground for the Campbell Lodge Renovation Project on Saturday, April 13th, 11:30, followed by a BBQ lunch on the Ross Hoose patio.

Read all about it! A little girl diligently pounded away on her grandfathers word processor. She told him she was writing a story. Whats it about? he asked. I dont know, she replied, I cant read.

A-Z Conservation Tips

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djust sprinkler systems so that they only irrigate plants, not streets and sidewalks.

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heck out your neighborhood farmers market for locally grown produce. onate old newspapers to your local humane society, ASPCA, or pet shop.

liminate the thirstiest plants in your landscape and replace them with native and / or drought tolerant plants.

ix leaky faucets; one drop per second can add up to 165 gallons per month. lass bottles and jars should be recycled and many states offer a redemption value. elp your community by donating gently used clothing and household goods.

nsulate walls and attics to keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer. unk mail can be reused as scrap paper or recycled with your newspaper.
eep tap water in the refrigerator and ready to drink; running the faucet while waiting for cool water uses 3-5 gallons per minute.

eftover drinking water is perfect for watering plants. ake sure you turn off lights, appliances, fans, etc. when leaving a room.

ative landscaping saves water and reduces the need for pesticides which can seep into our groundwater or run off into the ocean.

nly run your dishwasher and washing machine when they are full.

lastic bags are everywhere; clogging our landfills, blocking storm drains, and littering the oceans. Always bring your own reusable bags when you shop. uit using disposables! Use reusable mugs, lunch containers, batteries, razors, etc.

R S T U V W X Y Z

ecycle paper, aluminium, steel, plastic, glass, tires, cell phones and electronics.

ave energy and money by switching to compact fluorescent light bulbs.

ake a resuable container filled with tap water when you leave the house, rather than buying bottled water throughout the day.

se a broom instead of the water hose to clean sidewalks, porches, and driveways.

isit www.wrd.org for more conservation tips and fascinating information about water and the environment. alk short distances instead of driving to save fuel and cut down on air pollution.

mas and other holiday cards can be reused as gift tags.

ou can compost organic byproducts like leaves, grass, coffee grounds, food scrapes, etc.

ero in on wasteful behaviors in your workplace or school and do what you can to help others reduce, reuse and recycle!

The Fellowship News 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.

UPCOMING SCRIPTURE April 14 - Acts 9:1-20 April 21 -John 10:22-30

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Kids fellowship on Easter Sunday!

Handbells on Easter

Improv for God skit on Maundy Thursday BIXBY KNOLLS CHRISTIAN CHURCH
CHURCH STAFF: BOARD OFFICERS: Ken Brown Pastor Daniel Bradfield -Board President -Minister Leo Dittemore Monica Lanz -Vice President -Church Secretary Pat Cohen Barbara Neal-Peebles -Secretary -Music Director/Organist Angela Hillig Christine Perkinson - Treasurer - Church Child Care Chrysan Naw Suzie Romero - Financial Secretary - Custodian -Church Clerk

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SUNDAY SCHEDULE: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for Adults 10:15 a.m. Morning Worship and Childrens Church OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Friday closed