The Ram’s Horn

April 13 ,2006 Volume 18, Number7

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING

Sunday, April 30

ON THE BOARD WALK

The Board met on Tuesday, April 11th. Most of the meeting was spent discussing options regarding the potential sale of the church property and how to move forward. The 3+1 (the trustees plus Sandy Bish) will be meeting with our lawyer, the potential buyer and his lawyer on Friday, April 14th. The Board will have a special meeting on Wednesday the 19th to finalize the recommendations to be brought to the Congregational Meeting on Sunday, April 30th following the church service.

The Church Growth and Membership committee has fellowship meals planned for the next few months. The next meal will be Easter breakfast served by the Diaconate. Don’t forget that breakfast will be at 9 a.m. We will have a graduation celebration on May 21st with a Fellowship Dinner (potluck) following church services. The Outreach committee is looking for special projects in the community. They are working with the Women’s groups to supply cookies for students during final week again this year.

The FLOC van was given to an organization that will sell the van and the money will go to the Tennyson Center. Several attempts to sell this van had not worked out and it seemed appropriate to get some funds for another organization serving children.

We would like to thank the congregation for their prayers and concerns for all of us as we wrestle with the decisions before us. Please know that we are also praying for each of you as we move forward into the very uncertain future.

Rosemary Campbell, President of the congregation

ASBESTOS ABATEMENT

As you are probably aware, the asbestos abatement has been completed. The sanctuary, narthex and the hallway to the office were abated and the air monitor tests for air-borne asbestos were completed. In other words, it is safe to go anywhere in the church; no asbestos remains which is not covered by some flooring. However, the air (particularly in the sanctuary) still has the smell of the mastic (glue) removal chemical. Yet even now before this smell dissipates, there is no danger to health.

The Worship Committee will decide the appropriate time to return to the sanctuary for Sunday worship services.

Dennis Hubbard, Property Chair

WE REMEMBER IN PRAYER

Ed Burley, Clinton (cousin of Gary Howell), Al Gard (father of Echo McAfee), Steve Kadlec, Marie (sister of Doris Martin), Janet Richter (cousin of Joann Dennett), John Strong, life & death of Esther Houser, life & death of Susie Kelly, life & death of Cesario Trejo (father of Jack Trejo).

LIFE AND NEWS OF THE CONGREGATION!

Our love and sympathy are extended to Doris Martin in the recent death of her cousin, Bob Rasmussen. Doris is still “back east” caring for her ailing sister, Marie, but hopes to be home soon.

Steve Kadlec has been undergoing tests (and not undergoing some) in hopes of finding a solution to an on-going digestive problem. He has been in significant discomfort in the process.

Joann Dennett continues to reap kudos for her unpublished mystery novels. Donkey See, Donkey Do, her second book, placed second in the contest for unpublished work of the National League of American Penwomen. The Ocala chapter, of which Joann is a member, held a

reception for her on her recent visit to Florida. Now, if she could just find a publisher….

FCC has the greatest youth! One of them is Megan Howe. She is one of four members of the Altona Middle School’s Odyssey of the Mind team that has progressed to the international competition scheduled for the Memorial Day weekend in Iowa. Congratulations!

Susie Kelly, Community Table Board member and greeter for that hot meal ministry, died on March 31. Rev. Zimmerman officiated at a celebration of her life.

Our love and sympathy go out to Jack, Becky, and Emalyn Trejo in the April 9 death of Jack’s father, Cesario Trejo.

United Ministries in Higher Education will be saying goodbye to Tamara Boynton who has served the campus group as minister for the last 3 years. She will be moving to Phoenix where her husband has accepted a job.

THANKS FOR BREAKFAST!

A special thank you goes out to all who helped make the March 26 pancake breakfast a 'flippin' success!!! We owe a large stack of thanks to master chef Dave Manica, other cooks, cooks’ assistants, as well as contributors, instigators, motivators, (and troublemakers): Jim Howe, Jeff Wilkins-Crowder, Jim Tallman, Joe Sellers, Milton Ashmore, Michelle Manica, Micah Poore, Doris Martin and Mary ann Pinon.

Remember Easter Breakfast Sunday, April 16 at 9:00 a.m. Easter Egg Hunt to follow!!

IN SYMPATHY

Our love and sympathy are extended to the family and friends of Esther Houser, 99, who died recently. A Celebration of Life is planned for Esther in the Aspen Room of Golden West on Saturday, April 22 at 10:00 a.m. Esther was a faithful worshiper at the Golden West services.

THE IRELAND TRIP

The Ireland trip was terrific. I traveled easily—first class all the way, thanks to frequent flyer miles—thus having the luxury of sleeping on the plane. The St Patrick’s Day parade in Dublin was very successful, but the weather was beastly (cold with light rain, sleet and snow intermittently) and we stood against the rail of a police barricade on a street corner, literally, for 4 solid hours. I won’t be attending another parade anytime soon—I’m not designed for it (bad back)!

The rest of the trip was very memorable.

We saw the Book of Kells at Trinity College in Dublin (http://www.bookofkells.com/book.html) — and, in the gift shop, quite by accident, ran into my godson Tom (the one in the parade, who was touring separately with his band). He’s 17, but hasn’t spent a lot of time away from home and this was his first international trip, so he was over-the-moon to see me, then his parents and twin brother.

Later that day, we toured Dublin Castle (the former home of Britain’s Viceroys of Ireland, now a location for major State events, and occasional home, during Ireland’s tenures, of the rotating European Presidency, http://www.dublincastle.ie/), Christ Church Cathedral (http://www.cccdub.ie/), and St Patrick’s Cathedral (http://www.stpatrickscathedral.ie/welcome.htm) —and, would you believe, even the latter church is Anglican?! No wonder they hate the English! The prevalence of Anglican churches was a surprising and somewhat disturbing reminder of ‘the troubles.’ Still, all the great buildings were beautiful. We also toured Kilkenny Castle (http://homepage.eircom.net/~osrai/kilkenny_castle.htm) in the town of the same name. The castle belonged to an Anglo-Irish family named Butler who left it after Irish independence, but they gave the castle and grounds, all in the middle of the city center, to the town, which is restoring it very impressively. The tour of that was fascinating and we had a superb tour guide.

We spent a morning on the southern coast of Ireland (‘the Irish Riviera’ they fancy!) at the village of Ardmore, reputed to be the ‘home base’ of Christianity in Ireland (http://www.theirishriviera.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=category&sectionid=4&id=16&Itemid=332). The Round Tower there is part of a ruined church set on a high hill overlooking the town and the sea. And, no, St Patrick DIDN’T introduce Christianity to Ireland; someone else (St Declan) did, Patrick just spread it far and wide like Johnny Appleseed. It was our only blue-sky day, and a perfectly timed one. The views of the wave-tossed sea from the rocky beaches and cliffs were breathtaking.

Then we visited the Rock of Cashel (http://www.mayo-ireland.ie/sites/CCE/bru/Cashel.htm), a former fortress turned cathedral, perched high atop a great rocky hill. (Well, a hill from a Rocky Mountains viewpoint; they think it’s a mountain!) It’s a ruin now, but still very impressive.

We also visited Waterford, toured the crystal factory, and bought lots at the factory store (all being shipped home, http://www.waterford.com/about/story.asp). We also visited the Cushendale woolen mill (http://www.cushendale.ie/ourmillstory.htm), and bought lots of wool items there (also being shipped).

We tried to visit Kinsale http://www.panoramas.ie/Locations/cork/kinsale/james_fort/James_1_S.html), the southern Ireland port town from which some Savannah ancestors of mine named Engram sailed in the early 1700’s. We rolled into town only to run headlong into a weekend St Patrick’s festival (imagine 5000 people and their cars in the narrow streets of an ancient village of 500!) and fled before we got trapped in the mobs of people and cars. It was fate. As a result, we found Jagoes Mill Pottery (http://www.kinsale.ie/kinscraft.htm), and guess what? Looks like they are distant relatives—same name as the original family at Dogham, the Virginia ancestral home I visit all the time. (The English spelling, Ryle, was corrupted to Royall by the time our folk reached colonial-era VA). The husband is English and from the right area in northern England where our branch of the family originated.

Anyway, they were a charming couple (she’s the potter) and we had a delightfully spontaneous visit in their garden. Since they made their home by remodeling an ancient millhouse, there is a stream running right up against the house, contained by stone walls and crossed by a bridge reaching into their garden.

There were some long drives by my standards (2-3 hours), but the scenery is so lushly green and rolling, you can’t mind. Around every turn in the road there was another panoramic view. Like all first trips to a new country, we can barely claim to have scratched the surface. Still, not bad for a one-week trip, eh?

Friend Teresa (wife and mother of the family of friends I accompanied) did a great job with our lodgings, especially our hotel in Dublin and B&B in Cashel, neither of whose web pictures does it justice. Both were conveniently located; offered spacious, practically furnished, and beautifully decorated rooms with full bathrooms (a rarity); and were overseen by gracious and informative hosts.

To sum up: if you haven’t been to the Emerald Isle and get a chance—GO!

Keith Lance

WHO’S NEW IN THE PEW

Margaret Cline has placed her membership in FCC-Boulder. Through her attendance at the services at Golden West, Margaret became interested in the witness of our church. Born in Oskaloosa, Iowa, she was a member of the Methodist Church there and later in Boulder after she and her husband moved here in 1989.

The Clines operated a business, Cline Builders in Boulder for many years. They had 4 children; one son is deceased. After the death of her husband, Margaret moved to Lafayette where she resided for 24 years.

In Lafayette, Margaret found the love of her life when she began babysitting for neighbors. She was able to see “her children” begin school, grow up, graduate from schools and colleges and get married. She still misses her contact with children, but now many of them, though grown, still are in contact with her, some visiting her at Golden West.

However, Margaret also has her own very large family who also visit and keep in touch with her. At her 90th birthday party there were 40 of her descendants present! She confesses that she has drawn the attention of fellow residents with her “stream of visitors.”

The Deborah-Rebekah group of the Disciple Women has welcomed Margaret as a member and she is welcomed as a member of First Christian Church, Boulder as well.

Louise Johnson

THANK YOU

Thank you for the lovely Valentine Rose Bowl. I enjoyed the lovely flowers for the whole week. Thanks!

Juanita Mills

NEW BIRTH INTO A LIVING HOPE

Wearing tool belts or toting buckets and brushes, benevolent visitors—Disciples among them—embody hope for the weary souls devastated by hurricanes Katrina and Rita. We were among the first to respond, and we have a long-term commitment to help.

How’d we do that?

· We preach a gospel that links our love for Christ to our compassion for neighbors in need.

· We count on each other. The Disciples network maximizes individual efforts through shared ministry.

· We share the load with other Christians. We work with ecumenical partners who share our passion to touch lives with God’s love.

· We have friends half a world away whose faith inspires generosity. Their small, sacrificial gifts offer precious reminders of how God multiplies our offerings.

Disciples general ministries anticipate mission possibilities before the emergencies. Your gifts nurture networks of people and programs—relationships and resources—that equip us to step up when our brothers and sisters fall down. Your gifts witness to a living, resurrection hope.

Live God’s Hope.

Give generously to the Easter Special Offering.

Keith Lance

FCCAFÉ PRESENTATIONS

(Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in Riley Hall)

April 23 – Chris Centeno, “Using Adult Stem Cells to Treat Pain”

April 30 – Chris Stelplugh & Teresa Tuschhoff, “The Work of the Human Rights Commission”

May 14 – Debora Beck-Massey, “Women, Disabilities, and Victimization”

DEBORAH-REBEKAH GROUP

The Deborah-Rebekah Group will meet Thursday, April 20 at 9:30 a.m. in the Spruce Room at Golden West.

FCC – COMMUNITY TABLE

Thursday, April 20 is FCC’s night to serve at Community Table.

DIAPER DRIVE & COFFEE

Please join us on Sunday, April 23 for cake and coffee following worship. We will be celebrating the birth of baby Matthew to Deborah & John Rode. Diapers are the ‘gift of choice.’

DWCC

Thursday, May 4 at 9:30 a.m. Disciple Women Coordinating Committee will meet in the Education Building, Room #5.

REGIONAL ASSEMBLY

The Regional Assembly is May 5-6 at Central Christian Church. General Minister & President Watkins is preaching. Registration materials are available at the church office.

ELDERS

The elders will meet Sunday, May 7 in Riley Hall following the 10:45 a.m. worship service. A light lunch will be served.

NEW WOMEN’S GROUP

Due to the Regional Assembly on May 6, New Women will meet on Saturday, May 13 at 9:30 a.m. at the home of Rosie Campbell. Please RSVP to Rosie at 303.651.3989. E-mail <smithzim@aol.com> Cindy if you need a ride or want to carpool.

FCC BOARD MEETING

Tuesday, May 9 at 7:00 p.m. is the next FCC Board meeting in the Education Building, Room #5.

WOMEN’S BOOK GROUP

The Women’s Book Group will meet on Monday, May 15 at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Priscilla Gifford, #703, Golden West. Song of Solomon by Toni Morrison will be discussed.

FCC’S NIGHT AT THE BOULDER DINNER THEATRE

FCC night at the Boulder Dinner Theatre is Sunday, May 21 at 6:15 p.m. The center seats for The Music Man are $37.00 and the “diagonal view” seats are $33.75 per person. Please contact Carrie Landis Hausfather at 303.499.3125 to make reservations. She will need payment by the end of April.

EASTER GARDEN

Corinne Ballinger M Earl Ballinger

Jane Byers M Charles A. Byers, Dr. and Mary Zollinger, parents, and Charles & Irma Byers, parents

Rosemary Campbell M Shawn Campbell, Dora & Neil Coughlin

Hugh and Mary Crowder H loved ones

Marcie Geissinger and Neil Ashby M our parents

Priscilla Inkpen M Dorothy Day

Hope Leighton M my parents

Deb and Dave Manica M Ralph and Jon Manica, H Marge Manica, Rachel and Roy Shepherd

Martha Mason

Echo McAfee M Sam McAfee II, Sam and Mabel McAfee, Anne Gard, Kay Look

Glenn & Dorothy Rosenberger M Dick & Gary, sons

Roy and Rachel Shepherd M Caroline Shepherd

Vickie Thompson H Katie Thompson, Eric Thompson

Lee and Polly Warkentine M Albert Warkentine, Quinton Gerdes, Lydia Barner

Cindy and Terry Zimmerman M Bonnie and Chuck Zimmerman, David Smith, Zella Smith-Welsh

ESAU’S POTTAGE

Esau’s Pottage is one of the most famous recipes in history, and to this day various simmered red-lentil dishes are known as Esau’s Pottage in the Bible lands. Esau, like his father Isaac, was susceptible to the blandishments of a well-prepared stew. The improvident Esau is victimized by the manipulation of his brother and mother in Genesis, Chapters 25-27.

1 onion, chopped 1 cup red lentils

1 tablespoon olive oil ½ pound spinach (optional))

½ teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon salt (more to taste)

½ teaspoon ground coriander

2 cloves garlic, minced

3 cups beef or vegetable stock, or water mixed with beef or vegetable bouillon cubes

In a large stewing pot, sauté the chopped onion in the olive oil with the cumin and coriander. Add the garlic at the last moment and brown. Add lentils and stock. Stir well and bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer 45 minutes until lentils are tender; cook 10 minutes longer if necessary. Add spinach 15 minutes before serving. Salt to taste.

Peggie Hudiburg