STUFF   Dave Shaner

This week concludes our series on giving, but our standard of giving hopefully has changed forever. Many have written notes of encouragement sharing the blessings that they have received from understanding this topic better. In the middle of all of this we have had additional opportunities to give to special projects. The Coeur d'Alene Christian School, LTC (Leadership Training for Christ), some benevolent needs of our members have all required more of our resources. But there is a special blessing that you have likely received from these opportunities. II Corinthians 9:8, 10-11 says, 'God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work. ... Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness. You will be made rich in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.' In other words, when you give to one good work, God will make sure you have more to give to the next good work. The riches you receive will go beyond financial as you will be made rich in every way. This doesn't make sense from a worldly point of view; but that is exactly what this series has been about. Learning to trust God more deeply, learning to act in faith, learning the truth that indeed, 'it is more precious to give than to receive.' - Acts 20:35.

On April 27th, we also have the opportunity to contribute to a good work. Cascade College would like to retire the old debt from Columbia. By doing so, this would eliminate their rent payments allowing them to own the property outright and place them on much better financial grounds. They are seeking to raise around two millions dollars from churches primarily throughout the Northwest. The property is worth well over ten million dollars. They have called this their 'Day of Destiny' and we have the opportunity to help them out. We have had several of our own members attend this college and currently have two students there. This school has been a blessing to this church. Any student that attends Cascade will receive a $500 scholarship if their home congregation participated. So we are helping our own students as well as the college. Let's make plans now to be generous on April 27th.

We praise God for his great outpouring of blessings during our Take God at His Word series. Several members have already begun sharing their stories of faith when they gave more than they thought they could and God provided for their needs. As you experience God's faithful provision, please share these stories with us in the church office. We will have an opportunity to share these accounts with Christians beyond our congregation.

We will be hosting a No Debt, No Sweat seminar by Steve Diggs on May 18-19. This is a seminar designed to teach us how to control our finances and God's way of handling our money. More details to come.

Anyone interested in being involved in a working committee to build, landscape and maintain our new 'Garden of Prayer', please attend this meeting on Thursday, April 17 at 6:30 p.m. in the church kitchen. For additional information, contact Rick or Janet Blanchard (762-5096).

The Winner is always part of the answer;
The Loser is always part of the problem;
The Winner always has a program;
The Loser always has an excuse;
The Winner says 'Let me do it for you;'
The Loser says 'That's not my job;'
The Winner sees an answer for every problem;
The Loser sees a problem for every answer
Be a WINNER. A Winner in Christ does the following:

1. He mediates on the word and wins (Psa. 1:2) by applying it.
2. He searches the scriptures daily (John 5:39) to live by it.
3. He is fervent in prayer and wins (James 5:16b) by asking, seeking (Matthew 7:7).
4. He walks with Christ (I John 1:7) and wins.
5. He waits upon the Lord and wins (Isa. 40:31).
6. He runs with patience and wins (Heb. 12:1).
7. He stands in the truth and wins (John 8:32).
8. He wins in Christ by being faithful (Rev. 2:10) and steadfast (I Cor. 15:58).
9. He wins by working the Lord's will daily (James 2:24).
10. He wins by seeking heaven's wisdom (James 1:50 FIRST. (Matthew 6:33) BE A WINNER. The Winner says 'It may be difficult but it's possible'

BE A WINNER. -The Elders

All VBS teachers - please come to Alyssa Frahm's house Tuesday, May 13th at 6:30 p.m. for a preliminary planning meeting for VBS. Please have an idea of your lesson plans and a supply list for items you'll need for your craft. Be thinking of ideas to decorate the small auditorium for our Super hero theme.

All members interested in helping with snacks, decorating, preparation, etc. with VBS, please contact Alyssa Frahm 665-5851 or Michelle Kish 773-3458.

For those interested in providing food for the Rupnick family. You may drop it off at the building, and Judie Sanborn will deliver. Call her at 623-3538.

April 15 - Prayer Breakfast 6:30 a.m. at JB's

April 17 - Garden of Prayer Meeting 6:30 p.m.

April 17-20 - LTC Convention in Phoenix

April 25 - Ladies Craft Night at Alyssa Frahm's 7 p.m.

April 26 - Special Speaker - May McClure Small Aud.

April 27 - Day of Destiny - Cascade College Collection

Jan Almond fell at home and injured her leg, but is doing better. She still has a ways to go, so continue to pray for her and Jim

The Wallis Hampton Family has requested our prayers for their child who has been diagnosed with Hunters Disease and is not expected to live long.

Kathy Shaner is doing well at home following her surgery.

Anita Haman's condition has worsened as she continues to battle with cancer.

Connie Ford will be having heart surgery soon to have two valves replaced.

Carol Fredrickson is recovering from oral surgery.

Garret Yanzick has a broken leg following a motorcycle accident.

Lenore Waldo, Patty Welter's aunt, is in transitional care. Please pray that she will not suffer and God's will be done.

Joe Jovanovich, Jeff Nirk's father, had a heart attack last week and is in the coronary care unit at KMC.

Ken Arnold is in intensive care unit with pneumonia at KMC.

Sue Waddell, Margie's daughter-in-law, is recovering from surgery.

Benjamin Madsen is doing well and has gained some weight. He is expected to come home from the hospital today.

Pam Dunbar and Teeny McMunn, friends of Leeann Freshour, are both dealing with breast cancer.

Toni Glynn, Betty Wilhoite's daughter, is suffering with rheumatoid arthritis, but is improving.

Jesse Rupnick continues to battle cancer. Special prayers are needed as he begins chemo treatments three times a week.

Pray for Dawn Morgan as she recovers from cancer.

Service Men & Women - Pray for Michael Kish & Steve Howard, while they are away serving our country.

Pray for The Togo Team as they continue to do the Lord's work among the Kabiye people. They are under more stress as a result of the war in Iraq, but the work continues to grow with God's blessings.

Please pray for our youth group to continue to be strong in Christ and to reach out to share Christ with our friends.

Continue Praying For......

John Hughes*Chris Flick*Virginia Filbeck
Dora Tucker*Rick Howard*Edna Scott*Fred Bonney
The Frisk Family*Ruby Whittle*Chester Martin

Mike's Memos....

The story is told about the completion of Disney World in Florida. Someone said, 'Isn't it too bad that Walt Disney didn't live to see it?' Mike Vance, creative director of Disney Studios, replied, 'He did see it. That's why it's here!' There is power in a vision. Walt Disney had a keen sense for the art of seeing the invisible things that would eventually become reality. When Henry Ford had his vision for building cars in mass production he said, 'I'm looking for a lot of men with an infinite capacity for not knowing what can't be done.' He was looking for men with vision.

I believe the world's greatest visionary was none other than Jesus Christ. He came from the unimaginable richness of the presence of God in heavenly realms, inhabited a human body like mine, looked around and chose twelve men and started a kingdom that would encompass the whole world and would transcend this world. And he knew you and I would be a part of it! He certainly saw invisible things that would become reality, and he was definitely looking for men with the capacity for not knowing what can't be done.

Now the question is, have we caught the vision?

In the Lord's work there is a great need for men who look to God's word and see the importance of having a vision worthy of the King of Kings. I love the visionary promise and insight found in Paul's statement in Ephesians 3:20-21. 'Now to him who is able to do exceeding abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us, to him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations forever and ever. Amen.' God desires greater things for the church than I am capable of envisioning. I need to catch the vision of Christ. Then, I need to believe that he is able to make it happen in me and through me. Then.....I need to be willing to let it happen...to be available, a willing servant.

Jesus recognized the tremendous potential in the tiny mustard seed. His vision can be accomplished in us if we recognize the potential we have in the church, both individually and collectively. We need to recapture the vision of Christ, and the boldness and persistence of the early Christians. Amen?

The LTC convention in Phoenix April 17th - 20th is upon us, and I know a group of kids(and some of us older ones as well) who can hardly wait. Our funds are all in. The garage sale was a great success. Our thanks to all who contributed, purchased, and served. And, thanks to all our church family who continue to support LTC and all the youth program here in so many ways.

Knowing God's Word.......What makes Mommy happy? When you pick up all your toys. What makes daddy happy? When you don't make too much noise. What makes Grandma happy? When you hug and kiss her tight. And what makes Jesus happy? When you try

to do what's right! Jesus wants us to do good, kind things and to obey God. Jesus obeyed God when he was baptized. This was how Jesus told God he loved him. And God was happy that Jesus did what was right. Jesus always did what was good and right. And Jesus always obeyed God.

Jesus wants us to obey God, too. How do we know? The Bible tells us so! Miss Utter is teaching Bible class and teaching K4 - 1st grade, doing what is right.

Thank you for your prayers for our grandson, Benjamin Madsen. He is now home doing well and gaining weight. He now weighs 4 lbs. 4 oz.!

-Dale & Sandy Perkins

We cannot ever express our sincere thanks and joy that you have given us during the recuperation time of my recent surgery. The flowers, the cards, letters, telephone calls; the wonderful meals (Jim really thanks you for these) the visits and most of all for all of the prayers in our behalf. Recuperation is coming along nicely; but slow; the doctors are pleased; but do not want me to push too much; so I am taking my time. Here's a special THANK YOU to each of you. God Bless each and every one of you.

In Christian Love, Jim & Jan Almond

We would like to express our Thanks for all of the prayers in Mother's (Jan Almond) behalf (grandmother and great grandmother). We greatly appreciate everything. Jim & Linda Almond; Jeff Almond; Kim Nolan and family; Shelley Rainbolt and son; Jennifer DiPietro and family; Ryanne Abrahamson and son and Cherrish and family.

A very special thank you to Dave and Mike and the Elders and Deacons of this congregation and to all of you for your encouragement and love and teaching for almost 29 years we have been privileged to be a part of you. We are deeply touched by your honoring us with your love and beautiful roses and cards and hugs and kisses. We will miss you all.

-Dick & Esther Atkinson

We cannot say thank you enough to the body of believers here. We are blessed beyond measure by all of you. Every week we serve about eighty guest and church members at the soup kitchen. Thank you for your work, for your donations, and for your prayers. Please keep our soup kitchen guests in your prayers - may we provide food and may God soften their hearts.

TO SERVE April 20^th, 2003

Contact Warren Brown ASAP if you are unable to serve.

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