Only 2 weeks away!!

All of us here at Spunky Creek are super excited about seeing everyone for the summer meeting!  

Just a few reminders for those staying in the dorms.  Items you will need to bring:

• linens-extra long twin beds
• towels
• soap
• kitchen utensils 
• coffee makers, microwaves, toasters, etc....

Items that WILL be provided:

• shower curtains
• trashcans
• toilet paper

The college has told us coin operated washers & dryers will be available.

The first worship service Sunday morning June 28th will be at the Northeast Technology Center (NTC).  It is located on Hwy 88 just around the corner from RSU.  

Contact information for hotels in Claremore:

• Super 8:  918-341-2323
• Comfort Inn:  918-343-3297
• La Quinta Inn:  918-965-1877

Important Change!!

There has been a change during the meeting and we need everyone's help in spreading the word!  Friday July 3rd worship services will be held at NTC instead of the auditorium at RSU.  If you know of anyone driving in that day please let them know.  

We are getting super close to the June 10th deadline for dorm and meal reservations.  If you have not made yours yet please contact Jamie Newhart @  918-633-0528 or jamie2-newhart@sbcglobal.net

Just a reminder:  if you make meal reservations now it is $5.00 per person, if you wait and pay at the time of the meal it will be $10.00 per person.  Also we need to give the college as accurate a head count as possible!  

Important Dates

Just want to remind everyone about important dates coming up and information we need to make the summer meeting a success.

LODGING:  Jamie needs to know how many beds you will need and who you want to share your pod with.  As well as exact nights you will be staying.

MEALS:  Jamie also needs to know the exact number of meals you will be eating each day.  For example:  2 people eating Monday or 5 people eating Tuesday.  We are required to give the college a head count each day for the meal.  Remember kids 5 and under eat free.  Let Jamie know when making meal reservations if you have kids 5 and under.  

***DORM & MEAL RESERVATIONS NEED TO BE MADE BY JUNE 10***

Jamie: 918-633-0528

jamie2-newhart@sbcglobal.net

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LADIES TEA:  Please let us know if you are planning on going to the Ladies Tea Monday morning.  We need to give The Pink House a head count.

PANCAKE SUPPER:  Let us know if you plan on going to the pancake supper after services on Wednesday night.  They would like an approximate head count.  This should be a lot of fun!

ROPES COURSE:  Please let us know if you are even thinking about participating in the Ropes Course on Thursday.  Last year so many people decided to do the Ropes Course we had to turn some away because the college couldn't find enough workers at the last minute.  So if you are even thinking about doing it we want to let the college know so they can be prepared.  They can always send some of the workers home if they need to but they can't find them at the last minute.  

SING ON:  We are hoping you are all preparing songs for the Sing On that will take place on Friday!  Everyone really enjoyed listening to the small groups last year and we would love to hear more of you this year!

Sunday July, 5th

TIME TO SAY GOOD BYE

Sunday will wrap up the week of the summer meeting.  The Sunday morning worship service will be at 10:30 at the Northeast Technology Center.  Brother Dennis Gerrald will be speaking on "Where Your Treasure is, There is Your Heart".  

Lunch will be served in the banquet room at RSU at 1:00. 

salad

sweet & sour chicken

vegetables

white rice

egg rolls

fortune cookies

Everyone will need to be checked out of dorm rooms before the afternoon worship service.

The last worship service of the meeting will be at 3:00 at the Northeast Technology Center.  Brother Jared Pettit will be speaking on "Be a Light with God IN YOU".  

Please contact Jamie Newhart at 918-633-0528 or jamie2-newhart@sbcglobal.net for reservation needs or questions.  She will need number of beds required and a head count for each meal.  Don't hesitate to contact any of us for questions or concerns!!

Payment for dorm rooms and/or meals can be sent to: 

Spunky Creek Church of Christ

c/o Steve Dunavant

9306 E. Misty Dr. Claremore, OK  74019

Saturday July, 4th

Saturday morning will start with the sunrise singing at 7:00 a.m. at the amphitheater at RSU.  This will be our worship service for the day.  For those who were there last year you may remember the chigger problem.  We will try to have the area sprayed this year, but you might want to bring some bug spray!!

At 10:00 a.m. the Hays have graciously invited everyone out to their place for fun and fellowship.  There will be lots of "good ole county" fun with plenty of room for the the kids to run and play.  Some of us here at Spunky Creek are working on a little treat for your entertainment, so stay tuned for that!! A BBQ lunch with all the fixings will be served as well.  There will be a couple of different options for viewing fireworks that evening to help celebrate Independence Day.

Friday, July 3rd

SING-ON

Last year everyone really enjoyed listening to the few groups who participated in the Sing-On.  We would LOVE to have more groups sing this year!  The aim is to have groups of 2 or more prepare 3-4 songs to be sung a cappella.  They could be well known congregational songs or some uplifting songs not so well suited to congregational singing.  This will be at 2:00 at RSU.  

The group meal will be at 4:00 in the banquet hall:

spaghetti (not sure of all the sides!)

The worship service will be at 6:00 in the auditorium at RSU with Bro.Grady Dunavant speaking on "True Worship & the Lord's Supper"

**T-shirt deadline is May 1st**

***Contact Jamie for dorm reservations or any questions at 918-633-0528  or jamie2-newhart@sbcglobal.net***

Thursday, July 2nd

Ropes Course

The Hilltop Challenge (ropes course) is recommended for anyone over age 12.  It is designed to build confidence and teamwork among participants using a combination of games, obstacle courses, and problem solving activities.  The degree to which each person participates is the individuals' choice, based on what the person can comfortably and willingly risk.  No one is required, forced, or coerced to perform any activity.  The participants will do low elements in the morning and move on to high elements in the afternoon.  Some of the elements include a zip line, platforms, logs, games, climbing wall and other activities.  The fee is $35.  All participants under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent.  For the course overview, please visit www.rsu.edu/hilltopchallenge

If you have any questions or want to participate in the ropes course please contact Julie Hays at jhchays@yahoo.com or 918-629-8499 or let Jamie know when you make your dorm reservations.  It is very important that even if you MIGHT be interested in doing this to please let us know.  Last year we had to turn people away because the college didn't have enough workers.  We want to make sure that doesn't happen this year, so let us know if you are thinking about it.  It's ok if you change your mind that week.  All participants MUST have closed-toe tennis shoes.  The ropes course will begin at 8:00 a.m. and last most of the day.  

  

At 4:00 the meal will be served in the banquet room:

bacon wrapped chopped sirloin steak

salad

oven roasted potatoes

vegetable medley

frost your own cupcake

At 6:00 will be the worship service in the auditorium at RSU.  Bro. Keith Avaritt will be speaking on "Prepare for the Joys of Heaven or the Fires of Hell"

New Lodging information:

The brand new La Quinta is now open in Claremore

774 S Lynn Riggs Blvd, Claremore, OK  74017

918-965-1877

**Don't forget to order your t-shirts by May 1st**

Wednesday July 1st

Wednesday is going to be a day not to miss.  We have several fun activities planned for everyone to participate in!

Those who were at the meeting last year will remember The Amazing Race. It was a hit with everyone who participated and great fun for spectators too.  Miss Glenda is hard at work again planning another one for this summer.  She promises it will be just as fun but different and maybe even more challenging!  This is best suited for ages 12 years and older and those who are up for physical challenges!  This will take place at 9:00 a.m. on the RSU campus.

At 1:00 we have a Scavenger Hunt planned for the younger kids.  This will take place on the campus as well.  We will ask everyone at the dorms to participate to make this a really fun event for the kids.

At 4:00 the meal will be served in the banquet room:

chicken fried steak with gravy

salad

mashed potatoes & corn

rolls

apple cobbler

The most important event of the day is the worship service at 6:00  in the auditorium on campus.  Bro. Ken Avaritt will be speaking on "Be Strong-Endure Hardness as a Good Soldier"

After the worship service we have a pancake supper planned.  This will take place at the Verdigris Elementary School cafeteria that is not too far from the college.  This is promised to be really fun.  They tell us the bigger the crowd the more laughs!  For a preview of what this will be like check out their website at www.chriscakes.com

*  Don't forget t-shirt orders are due May 1st

**  Any donations are greatly appreciated.  They will be used to lower the cost of meals for everyone and assist in paying for the facilities at RSU.

Tuesday June 30th

having fun at the Blue Whale last year!!

Tuesday we will have two worship services.  Both services will be at the RSU auditorium.

10:30 a.m.  with Brother Stone Nix speaking on "Be an Example of the Believers"

6:00 p.m.   with Brother John Avaritt speaking on "Spots & Blemishes-Having Forsaken the Right Way"

4:00 the meal will be served in the banquet room at RSU:

ham steak

salad

macaroni & cheese

buttered carrots

dinner rolls

chocolate sheet cake with vanilla icing

All t-shirt orders need to be in by May 1st!!

Monday June 29th

Monday morning at 9:30 a.m. will be the Ladies' Tea at "The Pink House" in Claremore.  Everyone who attended the tea last year seemed to have a really good time.  It is in a different location this year.   "The Pink House" is a charming tea room that has been in Claremore for many years.  This will be a good time for fellowship with hot tea and scones being served.

"The Pink House" is located at 210 W 4th St, Claremore, OK  74017.  Visit their website at www.pinkhouseofclaremore.com

Dinner will be at 4:00 in the banquet room at RSU:

chicken strips

salad

french fries

BBQ beans

corn on the cob

cobbler

The evening worship service will be at 6:00 in the auditorium at RSU.  Bro. Mel Darnell will be speaking on "Standing Against False Doctrine".  

Another "snail mail" packet of information should be going out soon with complete details about the entire week.  Be on the lookout for this on your bulletin boards at church!!

Don't forget t-shirts must be ordered by May 1st!!

Sunday June 28

Day 1 of the Summer Meeting:

Not a lot will be planned for the first day.  We will have our Lord's Day services and plenty of time for those arriving for the week to get settled in.  

10:30-morning service at Northeast Technology Center (NTC) located at 1901 N Hwy 88, Claremore, OK  74017

Bro. Grant Siemens speaking on "Pure Hearts, Clean Hands-Receive a Blessing"

1:00-lunch at RSU:

cheese enchiladas

refried beans & rice

mexican rice

chips & salsa

salad

chocolate & vanilla pudding

cinnamon & sugar churros

5:00-evening service at NTC

Bro. Layne Fields speaking on "Lord Direct My Heart"

Don't forget t-shirt orders need to be turned in by May 1st

Please make all reservations and orders with Jamie Newhart 

918-633-0528  or    jamie2-newhart@sbcglobal.net

Time to Order T-Shirts!!

We are excited to offer t-shirts to purchase again this year for the meeting.  Here is the color and the  design for the front and back of the shirts.

There are two options this year:

1. Pre-shrunk cotton blend:  YXS-YL $8, AS-AXL $8, 2XL-4XL $10
2. Sport Tech:  YXS-YXL $10, AS-AXL $10, 2XL $12

Shirts must be pre-ordered by May 1st.  To order a shirt please contact Jamie Newhart at 918-633-0528 or jamie2-newhart@sbcglobal.net

Speakers Announced

We are excited to announce the speakers for the Summer Meeting.  The congregation here at Spunky Creek has put a lot of thought and consideration into who to ask to speak at the meeting.  We are confident all the brothers will give us uplifting and edifying messages from God's Word.  Listed below are the speakers and the title or theme of their lesson.  We are hoping all of the lessons will fit well together and encourage us that "Strong Roots make Strong Hearts".  

Sunday(28th) AM:  Grant Siemens/"Pure Hearts, Clean Hands- Receive a Blessing"

Sunday(28th) PM:   Layne Fields/"Lord Direct My Heart"

Monday(29th):  Mel Darnell/"Standing Against False Doctrine"

Tuesday(30th) AM:  Stone Nix/"Be an Example of the Believers"

Tuesday(30th) PM:  John Avaritt/"Spots & Blemishes-Having Forsaken the Right Way"

Wednesday(1st):  Ken Avaritt/"Be Strong-Endure Hardness as a Good Soldier"

Thursday(2nd):  Keith Avaritt/"Prepare for the Joys of Heaven or the Fires of Hell"

Friday(3rd):  Grady Dunavant/"True Worship & the Lord's Supper"

Saturday(4th):  Sunrise Singing

Sunday(5th) AM:  Dennis Gerrald/"Where Your Treasure is, There is Your Heart"

Sunday(5th) PM:  Jared Pettit/"Be a Light With God In You!"

Here We Go Again!! Summer Meeting 2015

STRONG ROOTS MAKE STRONG HEARTS

Colossians 2:6-8

"As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him:  

Rooted and built up in him, and stablished in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving.  Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ."

The Spunky Creek Church of Christ will be hosting the 2015 SUMMER MEETING and is looking forward to seeing all of you again.  The theme and goal of this meeting will be to encourage and strengthen each other through a renewed study of some of the core beliefs of God's Word, thus equipping each other to go into our communities with the "Light of God" displayed in our hearts and lives.  

WHEN:  June 28-July 5, 2015

WHERE:  Sunday services-Northeast Technology Center

                  Daily Services, Dorms, and Meals-RSU  www.rsu.edu

Most of our activities will be at or near RSU.  Plans are being made to enjoy each others company in many ways.

LODGING:  Dorm rooms will be available for those wishing to be on campus and close to many of their friends.  Each dorm "pod" has 4 bedrooms with extra long twin bunk beds, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen area and a small sitting area.

You must provide the following items for your stay:

Linens(extra long twin), towels, soap, kitchen utensils, and dishes needed.

Each room will be provided with trash cans, toilet paper and shower curtains.

DORM LODGING COST:

Each bedroom with a single bed used will be priced at $17.00 per night.  Small children may share a bed as parents deem possible.

Each bedroom with both bunks used will be priced at $11.00 per person per night.  The upper bunks are high so please choose accordingly.  

DORM INFO:

Becky Scott at 918-697-4630/runningirl@att.net

Julie Hays at 918-629-8499/jhchays6@att.net

DORM RESERVATIONS:

Jamie Newhart at 918-633-0528/jamie2-newhart@sbcglobal.net  Reservation requests and payments must be made by June 10, 2015.  We will have dorm rooms available for use on Saturday June 27th for those coming early in the meeting.  Payment for dorm rooms can be mailed to: Spunky Creek Church of Christ, c/o Steve Dunavant at 9306 E. Misty Dr. Claremore, OK  74019.

RV LODGING:  We recommend Christ's Outpost RV Park:  918-341-1014 located at 13505 E. Hwy 88, Claremore, OK  74017.  Other campgrounds are nearby but have night time curfews that limit access after 10:00 pm each night.  Please contact the park directly to make arrangements.

HOTEL:  Several new hotels are currently being built in Claremore.  We will pass on info on these as it becomes available to us.

MEALS:  There will be 1 group meal offered each day at RSU.  Campus restrictions require that all food service be prepared by their staff.  Buffet style, family friendly food with be served. 

MEAL COST:

Each meal will cost $10.50 with children 5 and under eating free.  Any financial assistance received from other congregations will be used to offset some of this cost.  A $5.00 per meal fee will be required by June 10, 2015, to allow an accurate head count for each meal.  Any cost required above that will be paid upon arrival at RSU.  We suggest that breakfast and other meals required can be done in dorm rooms or at local eating establishments in town.

All Donations/Payments should be mailed to:

Spunky Creek Church of Christ

c/o Steve Dunavant

9306 E. Misty Dr.

Claremore, OK  74019

ACTIVITIES:  Plans are being made to enjoy some of the same activities from last year along with new opportunities to share fellowship and fun with each other.  Daily worship services, except July 4th, will afford a chance to hear and learn from speakers that we may not get to hear often.  A Ladies Tea, a "Flippin' Pancake Supper", the Sing On, a Sunrise Singing and a day at the Hay's Home will allow us to spend time together building friendships and learning of others trying to serve God faithfully.  An Amazing Race and the Ropes Course are planned for those more inclined to physical activity.

Please make plans to come and enjoy the fellowship of Christians of like faith and minds!  Let's make "Strong roots and strong hearts"!!

CONTACT INFO:

Becky Scott:  918-697-4630/runningirl@att.net

Julie Hays:  918-629-8499/jhchays6@att.net

Steve Dunavant-Elder:  918-271-0527/steve@rcrwd5.com

Brenda Dunavant:  918-633-0588/brendadunavant@att.net

Jim Scott-Elder:  918-342-3768/jscottokla68@att.net

Thank You!!

All of us here at Spunky Creek and Claremore cannot say THANK YOU enough to everyone.  We have heard nothing but positive feedback from all of you about the summer meeting.  But we want everyone to know it was such a successful meeting because of all of you being here!!  We could have planned and organized all we wanted but without you being here it would have fallen flat!

I would like to say "thank you & AMEN" to all the speakers of the week.  It was obvious they put a lot of time and effort into their lessons.  They were all very edifying and uplifting, gave us lots to think and study on.  I'll let you know as soon as we get those CDs done and mailed out.  

In case you haven't heard, Skylar Cutchall was baptized shortly after the meeting!  God bless all of our new brothers and sisters in Christ!  Let's be in constant prayer for the future of the church.

Love to you all!  Until we meet again…….

Bring Your Cameras!

WE NEED YOUR HELP!!

Eric Stearnes has agreed to make a picture disc of all the activities during the week of the meeting.  If you take any pictures throughout the week, please send them to Eric at this address:  estearnes@gmail.com or #spunkycreek on Facebook.  You will have to "friend" Eric Stearnes in order to do this.  A slideshow will be shown on Saturday at the meeting containing all the pictures he received.  We will try to make this disc available to anyone interested at the close of the meeting.  

CONTACT  NUMBERS

If you have any questions or problems when you arrive in town don't hesitate to call any of us!

Steve Dunavant (elder) 918-271-0527

Jim Scott (elder)  918-698-0207

Jamie Newhart (dorms/meals)  918-633-0528

Becky Scott (general questions)  918-697-4630

Julie Hays (general questions)  918-629-8499

Suggestions on What to Bring

The Summer Meeting is just one week away!  All of us here at Spunky Creek are so excited to see everyone!  I thought I would give some suggestions on things you might bring for the week.  It might be handy to bring outdoor chairs/blankets, bug spray, and sunscreen.  Also a reminder, we have been told the auditorium lighting is slightly dim.  

For those staying in the dorms here is a list of stuff you will need:

extra long twin size sheets (queen or king would work as well)

hand soap for bathrooms/kitchen

cooking utensils/items

towels

breakfast and lunch food

The kitchen has a full size refrigerator, oven/stove, dishwasher.  There is NO coffee pot, microwave, dishes, or pots and pans.

We are providing trash cans with liners, toilet paper and shower curtains.

There are coin operated washers and dryers available.  

And of course if anyone forgets anything there is "good ole" Wal-Mart in town and several grocery stores.  Any of us "locals" will be happy to help anyone with any needs they will have.

Please do not hesitate to contact any of us with questions.  I'm sure there are things I didn't think about that could be added to the list.  

The first Sunday service will be at the Northeast Technology Center:  1901 N Hwy 88 Claremore, OK 74017-MUST use zip code in GPS!

Fun Trip for Thursday July 3rd

We have a really neat trip planned for Thursday, July 3rd.  For anyone who is interested we are going to The Shepherd's Cross.  This is a working sheep farm in the Claremore area.  It is a beautiful setting out in the country with lots of room for the kids to run and play.  It is a great place for some picture taking!  This trip will involve a hay ride, garden tour, and some fun indoor activities as well.  It is perfect for all ages.    Not only will this be educational, but inspirational too.  We will learn about raising sheep and all that involves, but also be reminded about The Great Shepherd and how He takes care of His flock.  We have a time reserved for just our group at 1:30 that afternoon.  You can check out their website at www.shepherdscross.com.  

All of us here at Spunky Creek are really excited about the meeting!  Please don't hesitate to contact any of us with any questions or concerns.  

Important Date Coming Up

The June 1st deadline is quickly approaching!!

  We MUST have everyone's dorm reservations by that date for the college.

  We also need meal reservations as well.  At this point it looks like the meals are going to be about $5.00 per person with children 5 and under eating free.  Even if you cannot send the money for your meals that is fine, but go ahead and let us know what meals you will be eating with us. We want to have plenty of food for everyone!  If you are staying in a hotel or RV park don't forget to make meal reservations.  Even if you don't want to eat all of the meals at the college you might plan on both Sundays and Friday the 4th.  We will be together all day and it will be easier and more convenient for you.  We really feel like $5.00 is quite reasonable for the meal being offered and we understand the food is very good.  On Friday we are having BBQ catered by a restaurant in Claremore that is always delicious!

For reservations or questions please contact Jamie Newhart at jamie2-newhart@sbcglobal.net or you can call or text her at 918-633-0528.

Sister Glenda wants everyone to know she is planning a very adventurous "Amazing Race" for the older kids on Wednesday the 2nd.  She is also working on a game for the younger ones to participate in as well.  So this should be a fun and exciting day for all!

Explore Claremore!

The most important reason to come to the Summer Meeting is for the fellowship and spiritual nourishment, but there are some fun things to do in Claremore while you are here!  

Here are a few suggestions:

Will Rogers Memorial Museum WillRogers.com
Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch-just a short drive from Claremore
J.M. Davis Gun Museum TheGunMuseum.com
Totem Pole Park-a short drive down Route 66 RCHS1.org
the famous "Blue Whale"-in Catoosa across the highway from Spunky Creek Church of Christ
Downtown Claremore where there are antiques, antiques, and more antiques!!



An important note for those of you coming the first Sunday to the meeting.  The worship services on both Sundays will be at the Northeast Technology Center.   If you will be using a GPS or any kind of "device" for directions you MUST put in the zip code 74017 for it to get you to the correct location.  If you do not put in the zip code it takes you to a different town!  The address for NTC is:  1901 N. Hwy 88, Claremore, OK  74017.  Please help us spread the word for those who may not read the blog or Facebook.  

The "Spunky Creek kids" are excited about the meeting and ready to see everyone!!

Reminder:  June 1st is the deadline for dorm and meal reservations!