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June 3, 2001 Short By Stuff Dave Shaner Bob Russell, the evangelist for the church in Louisville, Kentucky, was the first one I heard to use the phrase in regard to church work, "The main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing." What is our bottom line? The church here in Dalton has somewhat tried to target the teachings of the New Testament into three main areas, Winning, Maturing, and Knitting. Of course, in many ways, all three of these interrelate to one another. The more people feel a part of the family, the more people will make themselves available to teaching and the more attractive the church will be towards the lost. This can be worked in reverse as well. As more and more souls are led to Jesus, more excitement is built into the encouraging and teaching, and the more part of the family everyone feels. Ultimately, the goal of the church is for people to go to heaven. After all, what good is it to have great social and teaching programs if the end result does not lead to heaven? Jesus said it like this, What good is it for a man to gain the whole world, yet forfeit his soul? - Mark 8:36. Jesus came for one purpose, "to seek and save the lost" - Luke 19:10. How are you/we doing in reaching out to the lost? Are you/we keeping the main thing the main thing? I am reminded of what God said through the prophet, Jeremiah. "The harvest is past, the summer has ended, and we are not saved." Since my people are crushed, I am crushed; I mourn, and horror grips me. Is there no balm in Gilead? Is there no physician there? Why then is there no healing for the wound of my people? - Jeremiah 8:20-22. We have now entered the sixth month of the year. Summer is just around the corner. Many good things have been happening here. Several have been baptized recently as they have come to faith in Christ. After the summer will be we be able to look back and see the harvest? Of course, spiritually, the Lord has already made the sacrifice. He is now asking us to plant the seed, water it, and watch Him work His miracles in the lives of people. We are participants with Him in the greatest work in the world. God needs people who are not afraid to see his vision, who are not afraid to step out and work with Him. What is your vision for the kingdom of God in CDA right now? Sometimes it's easy to lose our vision. Strange as it may sound, one of the hardest things for a church to keep before it is God. It is easy to allow the bustle of good activities to distract us from the main thing. Activity does not always equal accomplishment. Fix your eyes upon Jesus and make what was the main thing for Jesus, your main thing. Have a Great Week! "Dear friends,
let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has
been born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God,
because God is love. "
I hope that all the visitors have taken time to fill out a visitors card, and to notice that you are loved. Not only by God, but by everyone here.
Be here on the 17th, as we kick off an exciting new ministry!
Today - LTC Meeting This afternoon, 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.
Reception For the 2001 Graduates The 2001 graduates, and their parents, would like to invite you to stay after services on June 10th. Cake and refreshments will be served in the small auditorium to honor our graduates. We are so proud of our young adults.
Going and Growing God has blessed us with a great family. Let's get together and make some memories. Fellowship Day is June 10th. - Baseball, Volleyball, or if you want to play board games, bring them. We may be able to play Horseshoes if we can figure out how to make a temporary pit without damaging the grass. The sun will shine, the
birds will sing,
Lots of fun for you and
me,
Just visiting time will
be a treat,
The fun will start at
about two(2:00)
We're going to be eating
at around five(5:00)
One more thing we'd recommend,
Calendar Of Events June 3 -Today - Summer
Quarter Starts
Play Ball! The next Men's Christian League softball game will be Friday, June 8 at 6:00 p.m. at Ramsey field #1. Hope to see you all there!
Celebration 2001 This is another year to go and fellowship with thousands of people who love the Lord. The days that the workshop will be going are, July 5-7th. It is at Camp Berachah. There will be some awesome speakers be there, as always. If you want to be lifted up and inspired by God through some amazing praise and lectures, then please plan to go!
Mission Donations Needed! The Sisemores, our missionaries from Siberia, will be here July1-3. There are a number of items that you may be able to help with that they can take back with them. Any of the following would be very helpful: Simple over-the-counter cold remedies; antihistamines, nasal and chest decongestants, all in pill/tablet form, both for adults and children. They are also in need of prenatal vitamins for three women. They have a hard time getting it over in Russia, and would really appreciate these items to take back with them. You may place your donations in the box in the church office. Thanks for your support!
Prayer Requests Jerry Welch, requests your prayers as he has Belles Palsy virus, paralyzing the right side of his face. Keep Barbra Cooper in your prayers as she is healing and recovering from surgery. Kathy Morse& Family ask to keep praying for Greg and for God to bring him home to his family and his extended family, where he is needed. Don & Wilma Flanagan, want prayers for a safe trip to West Virginia May 23rd -June 5th. The Togo Team is very depressed. They are having their VERY low time. Pray for God's blessing on the people and their families. Claudia Moberg, ask prayers for her brother-in-law Larry, and her brother Eric. They both are having trouble with their backs. Please pray for Anita Haman and her husband, Gary. Her reports showed that her masses of tumors, and cancer has gotten worse. Pray for others who are having medical tests this week. Continue to pray for Shari Swaim. She is having a harder time with this version of chemotherapy. She is very tired, but her spirits are good. Remember to keep our new brother in Christ, Jason Knuz in your prayers, as he is recovering from throat surgery. John Erwin's sister, Janell Daly has started dialysis due to a kidney disease and is going to have a transplant. Also, her husband Rich Daly has a rapid growing cancer and is being treated with radiation. Pray for God's healing touch on their family. Continue Praying For.... * Jeff Hall * Mae Fultz * David Morgan * Mark Mood * Larry Schild * Mitch James * Ralph & Anna Crump * Ken Arnold * Ruth Parker * Pam Nichols Family * Connor Morris * Wayland Lipscomb * Karley Graham * Rose Urich * Christine Welch * David Shaner * Russ Allen * In Sympathy John Santos brother, Adam passed away this past week. Continue to keep the Santos and Erwin family in your prayers.
Post Retirement Thank You! My heartfelt thanks to all of you well wishers on my retirement. The cards and notes of encouragement were unexpected but very much appreciated. I am deeply touched by the show of love from my Christian family. In Christian Love, Larry Grow
CARING AND SHARING If you would be interested in helping to prepare meals for members of the church in times of need, please give Kathy Taylor a call at 765-8263
Mike's Memos Some anonymous writer has written down some things that many of us have learned over the years..... ...that you can keep going long after you can't ...that true friendship continues to grow, even over the longest distance ...that either you control your attitude or it controls you ...that we are responsible for what we do, no matter how we feel ...that heros are the people who do what has to be done when it needs to be done, regardless of the consequences ...that it isn't always enough to be forgiven by others. Sometimes you have to learn to forgive yourself ...that two people can look at the exact same thing and see something totally different ...that our background and circumstances may have influenced who we are, but we are responsible for who we become ...that maturity has more to do with the experiences you've had and what you've learned from them, and less to do with how many birthdays you've celebrated ...that it takes me a long time to become the person that I want to be TNT THURSDAY NIGHT FOR TEENS SCHEDULE: June 7th H. Rudes' Home
Camp Registration Deadlines It is the desire of the camp board and directors that you attend camp for the normal $65 fee. But we need to know 2 weeks ahead of time that you are coming, so we can buy needed food and supplies. If you register late, the fee is $90! If you send your registration for Teen Camp I to Bob Harmon TODAY, he is still going to accept the $65 fee, so do it NOW. Save the $25. Music Camp registrations need to be in by next Sunday, June 10th. DON'T BE A MINUTE LATE!!!! or I'll have David "hornswaggle" you, AND charge you $90!! Camp forms are in the lobby.
New Address David Morgan
Soup Kitchen Menu - June 6th Potluck; Rolls; drinks & dessert -Donations Gladly Accepted
CCS Corner - School News CCS Upcoming Events June 7 - 7:00 p.m. Graduation for Grades K/ 8th *June 8 - 10:30 a.m. Awards Assembly *Last Day of School
God's Family The Bible is the core of our curriculum. So, it is natural to share with you each time I write..... about what our K-2nd grade students are learning about God's word. This week we have been talking about "Families". How does each person fit into the family? Peter's mother-in-law must have felt special as Jesus healed her. . . She was an excellent example to her family. She showed her gratefulness by serving Jesus and her family. (Mark1:29-34) Jesus is the Alpha and Omega and has shown us from the beginning of time just how important families are. God knew best when He designed "The Family". We all have our unique families, yet there are so many similarities that bind us together. God speaks to us in His word about our primary purpose in this life: "Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her. . . (Eph. 5:25) He will go before him in the spirit and power of Elijah, to turn the hearts of the fathers to the children. . . . (Luke 1:17) How do you show love to your family? The children are learning a beautiful song; "Welcome to the Family". The lyrics are just what I need to hear these days. I hope you enjoy them as I have. . . In His Service, Terri DuPey
Welcome to the family We're glad that you have come To share your life with us as we grow in love And may we always be to you what God would have us be A family always there, to be strong and to lean on May we learn to love each other more with each new day May words of love be on our lips in everything we say May the Spirit melt our hearts and teach how to pray That we might be a true family
Togo Team Would anyone be interested in helping Earlene Reeves with the postage of prepackaged 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 at 762-8024 if this is something you could help out with.
The soup kitchen is in need of plastic take home containers, such as cool whip and butter tubs, etc. Please drop your donations off down at the kitchen.
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 student has recited the names of the books of the: Old And New Testament Jenna Davis, Elliny Hiebert, Andrew Henrikson, and Nick Keough New Testament: Andrew Riggs-Widmaier
Camp Prince's Pine Camp registration forms for this year's sessions are available in the church lobby. Be sure to register early. SAVE $30 BY PRE-REGISTERING!!! Brochures are available in the Lobby. TO SERVE June 10th, 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:
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Statistics: WEEK OF 5/27/2001
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