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Stuff   Dave Shaner

This has been a very special week for me. I have been fortunate to be able to direct the Junior Teen session at Camp Prince's Pine. We had 98 campers mostly from Washington and Idaho. The Christian camping experience provides memories that these teens will be able to cherish for the rest of their lives. I still remember my times when I was able to attend Wisconsin Christian Youth Camp. We had a wonderful week. Part of what made it special was the staff that came from Dalton Gardens. Jo Allen, Bobbie Neubauer, Vicki Laititi, Teri Dupey, Kathy Shaner, Paula Morris, Adrienne Morse, David Rude, and Lakai Laititi all served on the staff and did a great job! One of the new activities that started this year was canoeing and paddle boating. But the most important part was the opportunity to help these young people draw closer to God. We studied the book of Philippians and centered on how to live for Christ (1:21), how to become unselfish (21-8); how to not argue or complain(2:14), how to rejoice in the Lord at all times (4:4), and how to depend on Christ every day (4:13).

Camp is a one week experience. It is good and I would encourage you to be involved in one, but many times we seem to operate from event to event. Your Christian life does not consist of the next camp session, the next gospel meeting, the next youth rally, the next Ladies Fellowship, the next lectureship, the next missions workshop, etc. Your Christian life is to be filled with joy and lived out every single day. What you have to deal with at work, at school, with your neighbor, or any other setting is an opportunity for you to display Jesus Christ. Jesus said that you are to let your light so shine before men that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven (Matthew 5:16). This week, try to make yourself be more cognizant of the opportunities that God has placed before you to live for Him.

Have a Great Week!

"Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name; worship the Lord in the splendor of his holiness."

Psalm 29:2

Elder, LaMont Petersen will be available every Tuesday in the church office from 8:00-12:00. Available for any need. Two elders will also be available on Sundays from 4:00 to 5:00pm.

This week you may see them at the fellowship in the park.

Going and Growing

See you at the park. Ken

DAVID RUDE

Thank you for sharing your summer with us. Thanks for inspiring us with your enthusiasm and your contagious smile. You have been tons of help with the summer full youth activities, and work in the office. You have touched many lives here with the love of Jesus. God has special plans for the use of your many talents in His kingdom. We pray you will have a wonderful year as you continue your education at Cascade Christian College. We love you.

Prayer Requests

Bill Elliott, Jan Almond's brother, has had a stroke. Remember to keep Bill in your prayers.

Kim Frisk would like us to pray for her friend, Lu Brink, to experience a close relationship to God and for comfort as her husband recently passed away.

Continue Praying For....

* Karly Graham * Evelyn Taylor * Mark Mood * Ken Huseby * David Morgan * Graham Reis * Ethel Drapeau * The Togo Team * Patrick Margheim * Jenny Dupey * Ernie Strebeck * Larry Moberg * Bob Riggs * Laura Wilkins * Larry Millar *

August 31st is the first day,
So be sure to come out and play.

Everyone write a note to encourage Robbie Vanek (Smith) who has begun his training in the Navy.

SR SMITH, ROBERT
1 DIV 385 SHIP 10
RECRUIT TRAINING COMMAND
3301 INDIANA STREET
GREAT LAKES, IL 60088-3127

Answered Prayers!

Thanks for all the prayers for Jennie and me! God has answered them all! Even those that we didn't know we needed. Please continue to pray for us!

Our first Senior Camp at Princes Pine was a great success with 90 ninth - twelfth grade students plus a staff of 30 caring teachers, counselors, and cooks attending. The class teaching on the subject of Contagious Christianity was very good, and was complimented by worship experiences built around the concept of being just like Jesus. Tremendous spiritual growth was evident, including 4 baptisms and a great many lives rededicated to the Lord. And besides that good stuff, we had lots of great Christian fellowship, fun, and struggles which helped us grow. As I have said before, I don't know of any other opportunity for our kids that produces so much life-changing good as the weeks they spend at Christian Camp.

Scholarships needed for Camp Prince's Pine

We are in need of three scholarships for kids to go to camp. If you can help with any or all of the $65 fee, please see Mike Reeves, or call the office.

TNT THURSDAY NIGHT FOR TEENS SCHEDULE

Aug. 16 The Reeves' Home

EDUCATION

Have you ever been afflicted with this attitude of feeling important? That you do more than anyone else and are therefore more valuable. You want everyone around to notice and applaud your deeds and accomplishments? Meditate on these words from verse two of the song we began last week.

Scott Rouse

Donations Needed!

David Morgan
10950 Liberty Rd.
Sweet, ID 83670

Caring & Sharing!

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.

Computers Wanted!

Coeur d'Alene Christian School needs working computers. Please contact the school at 772-7118.

Home Group Bible Studies

Ladies Brown Bag Luncheon

All ladies are invited to attend a brown bag luncheon at noon in the backyard of Georgette Rude's home. Every Wednesday Georgette will be leading us in a study of "Studying the Way of Agape" by Nancy Missler. You may come in at any time during the study. Anyone interested in purchasing the book and workbook for $11 can contact Georgette at 772-9833. Drinks will be provided. Georgette's address is:

Other Bible Study Groups are offered at various times. Please call the office for times and places.

Bible Study Groups: