Bulletin - January 12, 2003

The church which meets in Dalton Gardens will be having a congregational meeting next Sunday afternoon. This is a time of communication of where the church here is going and a time where everyone can participate with their input. I appreciate our elders for making such a time whereby everyone's viewpoint can be expressed and understood. Our Sunday evening Bible Study Groups will not be meeting next week in order to encourage attendance at the congregational meeting. Why should you come to this? After all, you will have already been to the church assembly earlier that day. I suppose that depends on why you are a Christian and what your view of the church is.

Many look at church as a duty to be performed at a certain time and place in order to have your name checked. Once this has happened, church is rarely thought of until the next check time. Although we are happy to have 'check' people come to the assembly in hopes that something can be said or done to encourage them to take the Lord more seriously, the truth is that God is displeased. In Amos 5:21, God said, 'I hate, I despise your religious feasts; I cannot stand your assemblies.' He goes on to say that without a sense of justice and caring among the people for each other, that all the music, prayers, and offerings are meaningless.

The word, 'ekklesia', translated 'church' refers to the assembly of God's people. It is not something you do as much as somebody you are. The people of God need to care about each other and about what goes on. Many see church as something that the elders and preachers do. In reality, church should be that which we are all together on. We are a body that needs to work closely together. Families sometimes have family meetings. This is a family time designed to help each of us get better involved and to understand one another better. It is not designed to be a gripe session or a time to tear down, but a time to build up and encourage.

Ask yourselves why you 'go to church'. Why are there times when you don't go? Whenever I don't attend an assembly of God's people it is either because I have something else I would rather be doing, it is not that important, something has come up that is more important, or I physically am unable to go. Let's not give up the habit of meeting regularly to love and encourage each other to keep on keeping on.

There will be a Congregational meeting on January 19, at 3:00 pm. We will be discussing plans for the year 2003 as well as receiving input from anyone desiring to do so. Included in this will be the mandatory Idaho State Incorporation Meeting. Also, following the meeting we will be having a dessert pot luck. So bring a dessert that will go with George's famous homemade ice cream. Everyone is encouraged to attend.

A new Bible Study Group has started in Rathdrum at the home of Dan & Dawn Morgan. It meets at 7:00 p.m. and is being led by LaMont Petersen. For more information, call 777-4309 or 772-0541.

Ladies bring your not yet started or not yet finished projects to the church building on Friday, January 17, from 7:00 p.m. 'til you get tired. Bring your supplies to use and share, plus snacks to keep us going. See you all there!

A baby shower for Katrina Swaim will be held Saturday, January 18th at 2:00 p.m. at the home of Jennifer Rude (2057 E. Seasons, Athol. Directions can be found on the kiosk.) Katrina is having a boy and is registered at Target and Wal-Mart. We will be collecting money for a stroller if anyone wants to contribute. For more information call Kathy Taylor 765-8263.

Mark your calendars for a Valentine's Pot luck Party at the Archer's on Saturday, February 15th, at 12:00 noon. More information and sign-up sheet to follow.

We often have a need of $20 - $40 to sponsor a kid who wants to attend a youth event but can't afford it. Some of you have graciously helped in those kinds of circumstances, and I thank you. We need some help right now; if anyone can help at this time, see Mike.

We all remember the saying, "Reach Out And Touch Someone" and the emphasis put on calling family and friends. In the church it is especially important that we reach out and get to know each other to strengthen the body. As we again prepare for new prayer groups to be assigned we have the opportunity to get to know another family in a more intimate way. The benefit is a closer relationship, getting to know the specific needs of our prayer group and becoming powerful prayer partners. The value of prayer in our lives is strengthening and bonding. Keep in touch, make calls, send cards, spend time with each other. Most of all Pray for and with each other. -The Elders

If you have not sign-up yet, please do so today! If you are signed-up and have not paid, please do so today! You can give your money to Tim or Alyssa Frahm. If you are still thinking about going and aren't quite sure if you want to, think no longer. I promise you and your family will have a wonderfully WARM time. You will have a great opportunity to get to know your fellow Christians and grow closer to God all in one weekend! Can you imagine a winter get away, stuck in a warm cabin, watching it snow with nothing to do but visit with fellow Christians and worship God! Don't be left out!

You will want to be prepared! Be sure to bring warm clothes for the days and to sleep in. However, don't bring too much stuff; we have to snowmobile it all in. Bring any games or game ideas, especially for the little ones. Bring sledding clothes and gear. We will have sledding races, if the snow permits. We also will have family snowman building contests....supplies will be provided. Your basic meals will be provided for you. If you or one of yours is a picky eater or needs special foods, please bring these. Also, if each family could bring some snacky foods or sweets. Please be ready to help out. We will not assign cooking and cleaning times as long as everyone does their part. It takes a lot to make everything happen. Friday night we will have chili, and we will keep it warm for when you arrive. Don't worry if you can't come until after work. If you need a ride or would like to caravan with others, let Tim or Alyssa know. Don't forget to bring your Bible! There will be a short devo on Friday night and two lessons on Saturday - 'Families that Glow', presented by Scott Rouse. Sunday morning services will be held at the camp and then we will start clean up. Please be ready to stay and help clean up on Sunday. The more help, the sooner everyone gets home.

Rick Howard is recovering from heart replacement. The surgery went well, but there is a long road ahead.

Wayne Welter, Paul Welter's brother, has a ruptured disc in his lower back. He will be having surgery soon.

Dora Tucker, Ken Huseby's sister, has a spot on her right lung and liver. She will be going in for tests soon.

Marla Kelly, Lamont and Mary's daughter, will be having surgery on January 15.

Kathryne Lee, Mike and Earlene's daughter, will be having a caesarian section to deliver Joshua David on Tuesday. Pray that everything will go well.

Opal Wilson had surgery on her hand last Friday. All went well and she hopes to be better soon.

Carole Fredrikson has been in the hospital since last Sunday with a lot of pain. She was supposed to go home on Saturday.

Lorraine Johnson, a friend of the Welters', is still in ICU at Sacred Heart. Visitors would be appreciated.

John Hughes, Karmen's step-dad, has advanced prostate cancer. He will be starting daily treatments.

John Santos, Joyce Erwin's father, is recovering from triple bypass surgery and is doing better.

Jesse Rupnick continues to battle cancer. Prayers are needed for him and the family.

Anita Haman, Teen Pearson's daughter, continues to struggle, and suffers lots of pain.

Leo Ebel, Sharon Nirk's father, is suffering with lung cancer. Pray for Leo and the family.

Paul Swaim asks prayers for their baby on the way, that he will be healthy and for Katrina's health as well, as the due date nears.

Service Men & Women - Let's pray continually for those who serve our country in this time of turmoil. Our local National Guard unit has been deployed as of January 30. This includes Michael Kish & Steve Howard. Pray for them and their families.

The Togo Team*Lisa Bagwell*Dallas Miller*Laura Dickson
Chris Flick*Joe Jovanovich*Micaela Dehlbom
Geri Gwin*Jack Pierce*Christen Johnson

Get Off the Roller Coaster (part two of a guest article by Brent Riggs - edited)

At the end of last week's article we said, impulsive Christianity (the old roller coaster) leads us to spiritual frustration and eventually discouragement. The day will come when we get sick of it and don't even want to try anymore. So......

What is the cure for impulsiveness? Discipline (doing the right thing despite feeling), consistency (planning the right thing despite feeling), routine (boundaries, security and predictability which lead to consistency) and daily living (quit trying to fix your whole life in one shot)

Let's start with the last point because that is where it all begins. Don't worry about fixing your WHOLE life. God is only concerned with what you do today. He'll forgive you for yesterday, and only He knows if there will even be a tomorrow. God is the God of NEW BEGINNING every single day. You have a new chance to please God and grow close to Him every day, 'pressing on towards the mark'.

Impulsiveness says 'fix my whole life right now and I'll become a super Christian for the rest of my life'.

Living on a day-by-day basis allows us to turn our failures into 'bumps' instead of roller coaster hills. Now don't miss this, its important. If you live your life one day at a time, then tomorrow you will only have, AT MOST, one day's failure to deal with. Not six weeks, six months or six years worth. A bump instead of a mountain.

Okay, that's great but most of us need something practical to sink our teeth into. Well....here are daily disciplines that will help you to begin to cultivate consistency and kill impulsiveness:

*Go to bed at the same time every night so your body will become regulated to your schedule.

I know routine is boring and strictly out of style nowadays. We live in a pleasure-mad, fast paced, entertain-me-or-I-will-die world. Television, movies, sports; our whole existence is based on what will entertain us next. God forbid we would ever be bored; or not be busy; or have to do anything monotonous; or not be able to just 'shoot from the hip' every day and do whatever we feel like. It seems to me, the lack of routine in our daily lives is the number one killer of consistency and Christian growth, and it keeps us on a spiritual roller coaster. Let's begin this week to work on daily living and routine, and next week we will share more about consistency and discipline.

Pray about everything;
tell God your needs, and don't forget to thank him for his answers.

The CCS candy bar sale is from January 10th-27th. If you want to buy candy, see a CCS student or staff member.

A musical stage production presented by the CCS Drama class. Admission $6.00 per person, $10.00 per family, Thursday, January 23rd, 7:00 p.m. in the small auditorium.

Rae Marie Killingbeck and family would like to thank everyone for their expressions of sympathy and prayers in the passing of Rae Marie's mom. Thank You.

Thank you for your prayers for my dad. He is home from the hospital and recovering day by day from his triple bypass surgery. Your prayers were felt through his surgery and after.

Sears Elite side by side refrigerator. 1 year old, off white, $600. Call Fred and Opal Bonney at 665-5877.

Song Leader: John Erwin

Opening Prayer: Dan Dupey

Closing Prayer: Scott Rouse

Scripture: Adam Welch

Offering: Dale Herboldt

Lord's Supper: Wayland Lipscomb

Scott Simpson

Garrett Jaynes

Jeff Nirk

Don Flanagan

Ushers: Eldon Rude

Mike Haas

Jack Pierce

Greeters: Russ & Jo Allen

Announcements: Scott Rouse

Audio: Scott Dehlbom

Computer: Paul Swaim

Lock-Up Building: Jack Pierce

Contact Warren Brown ASAP if you are unable to serve.

January 19^th January 26^th

Nursery: Sharon Nirk Janet Blanchard

Helpers: Kelsy Nirk Sarah Ward

PRAYER HOT LINE - Lynelle Dehlbom 762-1029
Email Prayer Hot Line - prayers@dgchurch.org
Assembly Times:
Sunday:

Bible Class 9:00-9:50 am

Worship Assembly 10:15 am

Bible Study Groups 5:30 pm

Wednesday:

Bible Classes 6:30 pm

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

Bible Study Groups:

Ralph Crump PF - Thursday 7:00 PM 773-6945

Dan Dupey Cd'A - Sun 5:30 PM 666-0228

John Erwin Spirit Lake - Sun 6:00 PM 683-7001

Lamont Petersen Rathdrum - Sun 7:00 PM 777-4309

Mike Reeves Building - Wed 10:00 AM 762-8024

Don Rude / Warren Brown DG - Sun 5:30 PM 772-5532

Dave Shaner Bldg - Sun 5:30 PM 765-8524

Mike Swaim Hayden - Sun 5:00 PM 772-4341

Paul Swaim (college age) Cd'A - Sun 7:00 PM 676-0354

Jeff & Sharon Nirk (Teens) Various - Friday 7:00 PM 691-9447

Dalton Gardens Church of Christ
6439 N. 4th Street
Dalton Gardens, Idaho 83815
(208)772-0541
Fax # 772-2963
E-mail: office@dgchurch.org
web site: http://www.dgchurch.org/

Church Office Hours:
8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday-Friday
Closed daily from noon-1:00
Phone messages can be left any time.

ELDERS: PREACHER:

David Bruner 667-2943 Dave Shaner 765-8524

Ralph Crump 773-6945

Larry Grow 664-3522 YOUTH MINISTER:

LaMont Petersen 777-4309 Mike Reeves 762-8024

Scott Rouse 623-4203

Don Rude 772-5532

Mike Swaim 772-4341

DEACONS:

Mark Borsheim 772-8183 Warren Brown 772-9556

- Leadership Training for Christ - Assembly Management

- Missions / World Bible School - Greeting & Ushering

Scott Dehlbom 762-1029 Tim Frahm 665-5851

- Benevolence - Tweeners

- Prayer - Finance

Arrty Rude 755-6409 John Simpson 687-5822

- College Age - Building & Grounds

- Bible Hour - Senior Saints

- Education George Wuest 772-6247

- Family - Fellowship

Steve Taylor 765-8263 - Men's Activities

- Audio / Visual - Women's Activities

- Statistics - Soup Kitchen

Statistics:
WEEK OF 1/5/2003

Attendance:

Assembly 211

Bible Classes 115

Wednesday Bible Study 76

Bible Study Groups 132

Contribution:

Current $3,890.63

Goal $4,561.00

Average $3,890.63

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