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MAY 20, 2001 Short By Stuff Dave Shaner When Jesus created the church, he created a family. The church represents a lot of things. According to Timothy's letter, it is the pillar and foundation of the truth - I Timothy 3:15. To the Ephesians, it is the agency through whom God's manifold wisdom is to be made known - Ephesians 3:10. Several books of the New Testament refer to the church as a family - Galatians 6:10; Ephesians 3:15; Hebrews 2:11; I Peter 4:17. What are some qualities of functional families? Most important is that they love each other. Each of them may have irritations and warts, but they still will defend the family against anyone or anything. Another is that they will sometimes disagree with each other. Again, however, this is not a basis for not being in the family. An important feature of a functional family is communication. This is an area where many families fall short. We often don't like to talk about some things and just superficially cover others. Listening is a vital part to good communication. James said that, "Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires." The Lord expects us to be long on listening while being more cautious in our speech. When problems arise, we must seek out one another and resolve differences. Paul publicly pleaded with Euodia and Syntyche to get along. They had both labored with Paul in the building up of the kingdom. He knew that a house divided against itself can not stand. Successful families also spend a lot of time with each other. The early church met together daily for the purpose of study, encouragement, worship, and fellowship. Everyone in the family of God today leads busy lives, but we must make time for each other because we are all in the same family. The church belongs to the Lord. He created it. He is also the one that will sustain it. We must cooperate with Him to be good family members. Despite all of the faults of individual members, Christ Jesus has accepted us just as we are to become whom He wants us to be. The Lord's church is still the single most important family/agency on earth. Always seek to build the church up by building each other up. Have a Great Week !!
"He who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy." -Proverbs
28:13
There will be an important congregational meeting this afternoon at 5 pm for the church family here. The Bible Study Groups this evening will not meet in lieu of this meeting. This is a time to communicate with each other and share your ideas about the plans of the church.
FAMILY CAMP MAY 25th - 28th This is a wonderful opportunity for your family to spend time together in the beautiful outdoor setting of Camp Prince's Pine on Lake Thomas. Christian families from all over the Northwest will enjoy a weekend of fellowship and fun. Don Middleton of the Grandview, WA congregation is the director, and needs to hear from you if you plan to go. Complete a camp registration form (in the tract rack in the lobby) and get it in the mail today. Parents and kids also need to be reminded to pre-register for your camp sessions, especially Teen Camp and Music Camp, and save $30!!!
LTC Meeting On June 3, there will be a meeting at 2:00 p.m. to brainstorm ideas, suggestions, and share feelings in order to provide continual improvements in the Leadership Training for Christ program. This meeting is for all interested adults including parents, non-parents, LTC team members and former members. Please pray for the Lord's help and strength in this endeavor.
"Something new and exciting is coming, watch for more information soon."
Prayer Requests Russ Allen, has had a successful right hip replacement surgery, but he is having trouble with gout in his feet, continue praying for healing and recovery. Anita Haman continues to struggle in her bout with cancer. Continue to keep her and her family in your prayers. Shari Swaim would appreciate your continued prayers as she continues cancer treatments. Ken Arnold, is in the hospital with pneumonia, and is still trying to recover from knee surgery. Karley Graham, needs our prayers as she continues to recover from surgery. Conner Morris, is at home recuperating from surgery. He is doing well. The Morris family appreciate all your prayers. Mildred Ramsey, would like prayers for her mother, Oma Randolph, who possibly might have cancer. Wayland Lipscomb, is still having pain in his knee where he had surgery. Remember him in your prayers. Ruth Parker, a former member, has written a letter asking for your forgiveness for not attending and being active in church. Her husband, John passed away within the last year. She has been living in Alabama and should be back to the Coeur d'Alene area at the end of May. Be sure to keep her in your prayers and welcome her back. Barbra Cooper, had surgery this last Thursday, and her surgery went well. Keep Barbra in your prayers as she begins to heal and recover. Rose Urich, Jodie Martinez grandmother just found out she has Leukemia. Keep her family in your prayers. Mandy Mood, asks us to remember the Nichols family in our prayers. Her friend Pam Nichols has cerebral palsy and recently had to have a tube put in her stomach. Her father takes care of her and he is having heart surgery next month. Pray that God will guide Scott Dehlbom, as he is searching for employment. Continue Praying For.... *Jeff Hall * Laurie Parker* Mae Fultz * Toni Glynn * Shirley Finney * David Morgan * The Togo Team * Barbra Cooper * Mark Mood*Larry Schild*Mitch James*Delia Oles*Sandee Atkinson*Bea Phippen*Steve Lucus*Larry Moberg*Ralph & Anna Crump*
Thank You! "Thank you family for all your prayers, cards, and visits on my behalf. Thanks be to God for my steady recovery." -Russ Allen
Calendar Of Events May 20 - 5:00 P.M. Congregational
Meeting
Wednesday Night Ladies Class All ladies are invited to join us for the Wednesday night weekly Bible Study for the month of May. Our study is as follows: May 23rd - How To Walk The Walk You Talk? Join us as Nancy Callis leads us in an inductive study of Ephesians chapters 4 and 5. **Ladies class will take a break for the summer and resume again in September.
It's A Boy! Arrty, Jennifer, and big brother Joshua are proud to announce a new addition to their family. He doesn't have a name yet....but he was born Friday, May 18th at 7:50 a.m. He weighed 8lbs. 71/2oz. and was 20 3/4" long. Mommy and baby are during just fine. Proud grandparents are Larry & Peggy Flanagan.
Bridal Shower All ladies are cordially invited to attend a bridal shower in honor of Jenny Rude, on Tuesday, May 29, at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Georgette Rude. Her address is: 6872 Rude Street - Dalton Gardens. Please R.S.V.P. Georgette - 772-9833 or Betty Rude - 772-5532. **Jenny is registered at Target
Baby Shower All ladies are welcome to attend a surprise baby shower for Sherry Hall's daughter, Jennifer Hall. She is expecting a baby boy! Date: Saturday, June 2nd
Hostess: Patty Welter - Bringing salads would be very much appreciated. **Jennifer is registered at Target.
Togo Team Would anyone be interested in helping Earlene Reeves with the postage of pre-packaged envelopes of items, that have been requested from David and Becky in Togo, Africa? The envelopes are sealed and are ready for the mail. Contact Earlene if this is something you would like to help with.
Mike's Memos Roses, Roses, Roses Spring is lovely. God paints his world in beautiful shades of green, and then highlights it with brilliant floral colors. We relish the bright yellow splashes of the daffodils and the forsythia bushes....the varied hues of the tulips, and the soft pink of the flowering crabapple trees. And soon the roses will begin to bloom, bringing beautiful colors and fragrance which lasts all the way to frost. There's nothing quite like a rose, and the giving and receiving of roses is always special. If I may, I'd like to pass out a few verbal roses in this week's column. You know, some roses bloom in obvious places and are noticed by everyone, while others, like Kipling's Rhodora, bloom in quiet secluded places. Serving unnoticeably has its special blessing, but may I help us notice a few quiet roses among us..... There's Debbie Yanzick who spends hours each week planning and implementing a great Bible Hour program. There's Jack Pierce who stays late after services to be sure the lights are off and the building is locked...as well as trying so hard to take care of the many benevolence requests. There's Earlene Reeves who puts together a very attractive monthly calendar, and spends many late nights cleaning up after the many activities in the building. Then there's Kim Frisk and her wonderful crew who keeps the soup kitchen sharing with the community, There's Teri Dupey who is a constant encourager...especially for the office staff. There's George and Joanna Wuest who constantly go about quietly serving in so many ways. Not to mention our shepherds and their wonderful wives, the Archers, Bob & Jennie, Warren & Lynn, Tim Frahm who spends evenings and Saturdays keeping the financial records, Paula Jaynes and Monica Keough who quietly serve in so many areas......and there are so many others who continue to serve, and serve, and serve, Isn't it wonderful to be a part of such a beautiful rose garden?!! "UNDER THE INFLUENCE" Today a group of our teens along with David Rude, the Dupeys and the Simpsons are in Kennewick for the Tri-Cities Youth Rally. I know they have enjoyed a great weekend of fellowship with other Christian teens, and learned from some excellent Bible classes. Pray for a safe trip home. TNT THURSDAY NIGHT FOR TEENS SCHEDULE May 24 Schild's Home
Soup Kitchen Menu - May 23rd Cheesy Chicken Soup; drinks & dessert Donations Gladly Accepted
CCS Corner - School News The Light Continues to Shine . . . . (Because of You) The staff, students, and school board appreciate the response you have given us about the Church's school. We have had an overwhelming response of support to continue this Church mission effort. The school continues to put God first in shining His light! This guidance and direction moves the children, and future of our Church, down the right path. We are building an army for God. Jesus said, "You are the light of the world . . . Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:14,16 We continue to stress the importance of the scripture: "The Lord is my light and my salvation." Psalm 27:1 We appreciate all of you that attended our "super" talent show, Thursday night. This was great fellowship for the Church, our parents, and school family! We are always thankful for your support of this mission effort. Dan Dupey CCS Upcoming Events June 7 -
7:00 p.m.
*June 8
- 8:45 a.m.
*Last Day of School
Camp Prince's Pine Camp registration forms for this year's sessions are available in the church lobby. The dates of this year's camps are as follows: June 16-23 - Teen Camp
June 24-30 - Music (singing)
Camp
July 28-August 4 - Senior
Camp
August 5-11 - Junior Camp
August 12-18 - Preteen Camp
We are very excited about our new sessions. Some of the camps have a limited enrollment, so register early. CAMP PRINCE'S PINE 2001 SAVE $30 BY PRE-REGISTERING!!! Brochures in the Lobby
New Address ICIO - Givens Hall
Don't lose sight of our goals! **Daily Bible Reading & Prayer** *****201 in 2001***** *****52 Baptisms***** *****52 Restored Families***** Increased Attendance & Participation Let's Grow!!!
Bible Hour News Our children are being challenged to learn so much in Bible Hour. Right now, along with their other work, they are memorizing the books of the Old & New Testaments. The following students have already recited the names of the books: Old And New Testament Jenna Davis, Elliny Hiebert, Andrew Henrikson, and Nick Keough New Testament Ryan Davis, Bogan Frahm, Steven Litalien, Caleb Morris, Logan Rude, Justin Sands, and Becca Sims. We are all proud of these accomplishments, and appreciate the Bible Hour staff and the parents who make the extra effort to help train our little ones. Proverbs 22:6
Play Ball! It is that time of the year again! The Men's Christian League softball season has begun. The next game will not be until Friday, June 1 at 7:15 p.m. at McEwen field #1 TO SERVE May 27th, 2001
Contact Warren Brown ASAP if you are unable to serve.
PRAYER HOT LINE - Lynelle Dehlbom 762-1029 Email Prayer Hot Line - prayers@dgchurch.org Assembly Times: Sunday:
Wednesday:
Bible Study Groups:
Dalton
Gardens Church of Christ
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Office Hours:
DEACONS: * Benevolence * Communications * Evangelism * Finance * * Lost Sheep * Missions/VBS * Audio-Visual *
Mature
Ministry:
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Statistics: WEEK OF 5/13/2001
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