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STUFF Dave Shaner

Just a reminder that the current Sunday morning adult Bible classes will be continuing for two more weeks. The next Sunday classes will be starting on March 24. There will be no classes on March 17 because of the MIQVAH youth rally. We will be starting the process of the selection of new elders and deacons April 7. One of the new classes will be a study of I & II Timothy, and Titus. We will start with what the scriptures say about elders and deacons in this particular study. After reviewing these sections of the books, we will then go back and have a textual study of the rest of the books. You can participate in the process right now by looking among the congregation for whom you think would make good leaders (which includes current leaders). Be sure to keep the entire elder/deacon selection process in your prayers. A healthy church requires both good leaders and good followers. What is most important however, are submissive attitudes on the part of all of us to God's will in our lives every day.

Friend Day, Easter Sunday, is only one month away. If there is any one day that more people are likely to visit a church than any other day, it is the Sunday that is traditionally called Easter. Even though the scriptures do not identify it as a Christian holiday, the fact that so many do so, makes it a great opportunity for us to get the message of the risen Lord out. There will be about 30 of our teens and adults out of town that day for the LTC convention in Phoenix. It is all the more important for the rest of us to invite our neighbors to fill the house. Let's make this a great day. Who can you bring to church with you that day? Recent guests have been commenting on how friendly the church here is. I must agree. Jesus said, 'A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.' - John 13:34-35. Give your friends and relatives a chance to experience Christian love.

Have a Great Week!!

Elders available for shepherding:
LaMont Petersen is in the church office every Tuesday morning; two elders are in the office every Sunday 4:00 - 5:00.

Immediately following services today, we will have a meeting in Room 3 to start planning this summer's VBS. Anyone interested in helping in any way please plan on attending. For more information see Arrty Rude or Alyssa Frahm.

going & growing,

March the 9th will be the day,
we want you to come and play.

Laser tag will be the game,
a chance to make the hall of fame.

If you win at Laser Quest,
we'll all know that your the best.

If you manage to win all three,
that would really impress me.

Thirteen dollars is the cost,
so sign up soon at the Kiosk.

Six thirty is the time you know,
to get your gun and go, go, go.

Contact: Alyssa Frahm @ 762-0211

Don't forget about our church web site! There is a lot of great information on it, including: church calendar of upcoming events, current and archives of bulletins, prayer lists, outlines and audio from Sunday sermons, local weather link, and a church e-mail directory. Consider setting us up as your home page! Check us out at www.dgchurch.org.

'God, have mercy on me, a sinner.' This is one of those great truths taught by Jesus in a parable in Luke 18:9-14. A parable of two men. One who thought he earned his justification. The second one humbled himself, and asked God to forgive him and be merciful on him.

Another great truth is in Matthew 6:9-15 where Jesus teaches his disciples to pray. In verses 14-15 he said to forgive others, and God will also forgive us.

Sometimes I'm willing to forgive someone if they act the way I think they should. But that is not what God said. Thank God that he is merciful and patient with me. Thank God that he helps me to learn how to forgive. How about you?

David Bruner

On Wednesday nights will begin with two sessions (March 6 & 13) with Anna Crump sharing about her missionary experiences in Africa. Beginning March 20th, the ladies will enjoy a study of God's Covenants. Please come to encourage and to be encouraged. See you at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday nights!

**Everyone is encouraged to contribute to the CCS Auction baskets located on the kiosk.

Do you like to play board games, card games, dominos, etc.? Be sure and set aside the second Friday of each month for this. We're planning a big turnout and lots of fun and, of course, how could we possibly get together without FOOD? Please bring snacks and drinks; we'll put them all out and nibble as the hunger pangs strike. Please bring any games you like to play. If you are a family with children, come and bring the little ones. Just be sure to bring an activity for them so they will have fun and supervision while you are having your fun. The first game night will be Friday, March 8, at 6:30 p.m. in the kitchen area. For more information, call Betty Williams, 762-4485.

March 3 - Begin Spring Bible Class Quarter

March 3 - Today -VBS Meeting Room 3

March 5 - Prayer Breakfast 6:30 a.m. at JB's

March 8 - Game Night in the Kitchen

March 9 - Tweeners Laser Tag

March 15-17 - MIQVAH Youth Rally

Prayer Requests

Shari Swaim & Jennie Brown as they continue treatments for cancer.

Phyllis Herboldt, Dale Herboldt's mother, is now in Transitional Care. She is improving but is still in need of your prayers.

Rose Olson, a friend of the Freshour's, had hand surgery, and is asking prayers for healing.

Opal Wilson had surgery on her hand last Thursday.

Ron Bristow, Mae Fultz's son, has cancer and is not doing well, he and Mae Fultz need our prayers.

Steve Lucas, Earlene Reeves brother-in-law, had to have his other leg amputated last Wednesday, do to complications with his diabetes.

Ken Neubauer will be traveling to Montana this week to begin his new job. He will be commuting each week, remember to keep his safety in your prayers.

Sherri Miller, Nancy Litterell's mother, has begun chemotherapy treatments for cancer.

Betty Fullop is recovering from elbow surgery.

Vern McCalmant, Nancy Litterell's grandfather, broke his ankle last week.

Continue to pray for the Togo Team, their families and their work in the villages.

Continue Praying For....

Mark Mood*Bill Elliott*Sherri Miller

Jimmy Baldwin*Linda Bozeman*Teri Dupey

Leonard Almond*Anita Haman*McKensey

Graham Family*Amber Anderson*Jessica Bruner

Justin & Amy Bruner*June Earnest*Jeff Almond

Leonard Almond and family thank the congregation here for all the prayers. He is doing well now!

Jim & Janet Almond

In recent e-mail communication with Levi Sisemore in Russia, I asked him to help me understand the likenesses and differences in American and Russian youth cultures. He shared the following: Honestly, when I'm in the States it seems so shallow that I shun all connection with "my" [American teen] culture. The Russians have had to face troubles at a young age and therefore do have a more serious outlook on life. For an American, the teen years are just so much fun-and-games. Russians, on the other hand, can sit down and behave seriously by age 12 (while their American counterparts can't wait to get back to the Nintendo). When I was in California, I gave some of the teenagers ten-ruble banknotes. The first question they asked was, "Could I get a pedicure in Russia with this much?" I told them that when a Russian gets a ten-ruble note (about 33 cents) they don't think about pedicures - they think, "What's the cheaper bread that I can buy with this?" The American teens thought that this was, "so sad." They then proceeded to talk about Brittany Spears. Somehow I just wasn't impressed. I do, however, realize that not all Americans are like that. But, we are so much of a materialistic nation that it is depressing to come back to the US now after being here for many years. I would say that this is the biggest (surface) difference in the teenage cultures: we (Americans) have things/stuff to entertain us, keep us busy; they (Russians) have themselves to keep each other busy. About two thirds of the population plays a musical instrument (usually guitar or piano); everyone knows how to play chess; everyone reads extensive amounts of Russian and foreign literature; they are, as a rule, "more cultured."

Food for thought. 'Oh to see ourselves as others see us.' Thanks Levi

........Please take a look

at the sign up sheet on the kiosk and indicate the areas where you are willing to help. We need housing for our guests, lots of cookies, and help with food preparation.

Some of our kids going to the Leadership Training for Christ Convention in Phoenix need help raising funds. If you have any work they could do please call Mike Reeves or Kim Frisk. We truly appreciate the help that has already been given.

Thanks to all of you who joined us for "Books and Bagels" this past Friday. Monday is the last day for the Book Fair, until noon. We appreciate your participation very much. The classes are receiving many free books thanks to your generosity. Thanks for "letting your light shine!"

The annual candy bar sale begins on the 11 and goes through the 22nd. Stop by the office and satisfy your sweet tooth!

The K-3rd grades will be going to see "Beauty and The Beast" at the Imax on the 15th. Before going they are learning about how color and sound affects our mood, as well as other applications to the movie. It should be fun!

This week the 3rd-6th graders are practicing for the Regional Spelling Bee to be held at Harrison on the 21st. It is always very exciting!

Other upcoming events are:

April 18: Science Fair

April 20: Country Ho-down Auction at the Fairgrounds (A Chocolate Basket, Bath & Beauty Basket, and Cooking Basket are located on the kiosk if you would like to donate items.) See you at the Country Ho-down!

"In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in Heaven." Matthew 5:16

-Mrs. Simpson

Hey there members don't forget to see our auction wish list it's mighty long, located on the bulletin board in the foyer. So if ya can spare something, for the CCS Country Ho-down Auction, we would sure appreciate the kindness! Ya'll can git in touch with Georgette Rude and she'll hep ya out! Ya-Hoooo!

Also, we are lookin for those women who can make a mean, delicious homemade cherry, huckleberry, apple or peach pies.....to go for the highest bid at the auction.

This year, we will be picking out the very best looking item in each category for a Blue Ribbon and putting it on the Live Auction! So make it really pretty!

Sign up on the bulletin board now in the foyer.

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