STUFF   Dave Shaner

Several good things happened this week. If you missed them, you missed some great fellowship and accomplishments. First, we had a very large crowd present for the Won by One singers from Pepperdine University last Wednesday evening. Of course, their primary goal is not only to encourage you in the faith through song, but to introduce and encourage you to consider Christian education for your children. Pepperdine is one of the most beautiful campuses in the United States, located in Malibu, California and overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Secondly, the Men's ministry met for a barbecue and helped with some work on the property. Thirdly, the Relay for Life took place last Friday at Lake City High School. Many of you were there and we appreciate your concern for community projects. In addition, there have been many volunteers that have been painting the classrooms downstairs to help get them ready for the fall quarter. Several others have been working hard on the Prayer Garden which is a very large project.

The scriptures encourage us to give honor to whom honor is due. I would especially like to hold up to you Jerry Riggs who has been working on the grounds every week and makes himself available for many kinds of repair work. He is a true servant. He likely wouldn't even like me mentioning his name publicly, because he likes to do charity by stealth. In other words, he is not concerned with who gets the credit. We need to emulate his example of hard work in the kingdom and of a person finding a niche and doing what he can do. Be sure to thank Jerry for the fine work he consistently does.

Twelve individuals including nine members of the teen group spent last week in Tecate, Mexico conducting a Vacation Bible School and encouraging the small church that meets there. As of this writing, we have received word that they have had several baptisms and their attendance at the week long event has grown each day. Our teenagers are just that - teenagers, but they have been one of the more spiritual groups that we have had here in a long time. They have set an example to everyone as well as in their love for one another, their dedication to the Lord, and their desire to serve others. Be sure to let them know how much you appreciate them.

We have two new families who have recently moved into the area that wish to be considered a part of the Dalton Gardens congregation. Be sure to welcome them into the family.

Their address is:

Robert & Irene Clark
24600 N. Grouse Rd.
Rathdrum, ID 83858
Ph. 687-2209

Mark your calendar now for a special brown bag luncheon on Tuesday, July 22 at 12 noon at the home of Joanna Wuest, 6791 Rude Street, Dalton Gardens, 772-6247. Please plan on attending and spending this time in fellowship with your sisters. Angela Earnhart will present a short devotional. Bring your favorite brown bag lunch and eat in the shade or sun. Drinks will be provided. See you there!

Plan on coming to Family camp August 29-September 1 at Farragut State Park. Here is a sampling of some of the activities: Hot Dogs and Hamburgers on Sunday, unlimited Snow-Cones & Cotton Candy, All you can eat French Fries at 'George's' tent on Friday night, Volleyball, S'mores, Bike Riding, Singing at the campfire, extreme fun and fellowship with your fellow Christians. Make your plans to be there. The cost is only $2 per person per night. Bring your friends. For more information, contact George Wuest.

Dust off your grass skirt and practice your 'Aloha' - the Luau is almost here! Enjoy a traditional pig roast, limber up for Limbo, and prepare your palate for some tropical treats! Speaking of treats, pig and drinks will be provided, so please bring your favorite salad, side dish, or dessert.

So wash your loudest Hawaiian shirt and watch the bulletin next week for more details!

A wise man once said 'Start wrong, end wrong'. Have you ever had a day that it seemed nothing could go right? Possibly you've had that day turn into a week, a month, or even a year. You tried to make it out of that rut but just couldn't quite make it. The saying mentioned above lends keen insight into this phenomenon. If we don't start our day right it's not going to turn out right. The best way to begin your day is to pray. It puts you in a better mood, it gives you a renewed hope, and most importantly it maintains a close relationship with the one who can make your day right. We encourage all of you to start your day with prayer!

-The Elders

There will be a baby shower at the home of Judie Sanborn on July 26, Saturday at 2:00 p.m., to welcome little Rachel. We want her to meet her Church family.

Jennifer is registered at Target, Wal-Mart and Baby Depot. Maps will be on the kiosk.

What: Bike Ride
When: Thursday, July 24 at 6:30 p.m.
Who: Anyone (no gender/age requirements)
Where: Meet at Angela Earnhart's house
1611 Coeur d'Alene Avenue

Be ready for tons of fun at our monthly game night, August 8, 6:30 p.m. in the small auditorium. Bring snacks and games. Come join the fun!

Household Items Still Needed...

A family in our congregation is in need of some household items, such as a washer/dryer, oven cookware, pots and pans, children's clothing for a boy size 7/8 , a girl size 5/6x and another girl who wears 18-24 months. You may drop your donations off at the church office. Thanks!

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.

***We are looking for a volunteer to take care of the flowerbed located in front of the church building. Perennial flowers will be provided. If interested please talk to Scott Rouse.

Needed Kitchen/Pantry Items of the Week:

Macaroni & cheese, peanut butter, spaghetti sauce

July 22 - Prayer Breakfast 6:30 a.m. at JB's

July 22 - Ladies Luncheon at Joanna Wuest's

July 17 - Bike Ride 7 p.m. at Angela Earnhart's

July 26 - Baby Shower for Rachel Flores at 2:00 p.m.

July 27-Aug. 2 - Senior Camp (9th-12th completed)

Aug. 3-9 - Junior Camp (6th-8th grade completed)

Aug. 8 - Game Night 6:30 in the Small Auditorium

Aug. 10 - Preteen Camp (3rd-5th completed)

Pray for continued healing for Jan Almond.

Pray for Kay Bates, Betty Wilhoite's daughter, who has breast cancer and has started chemo treatments.

Laura Miles was in the hospital to have surgery for an infection.

Margie Dupey continues to have abdominal pain.

Carole Fredrikson was ill last week with strep throat.

Wilmer Brown of the Priest River congregation has been diagnosed with cancer and given about six weeks. Prayers for comfort would be appreciated.

Pray for Don & Betty Rude as they travel in Alaska.

Lonnie Kellar is in the last stages of cancer. His son, Jeff, and family have asked us to pray for their family.

Pray for Jim & Brandon Baldwin, Edna Miner's grandson and great-grandson, that someone may intervene in their lives to help with their problems.

Russ Allen has constant excruciating back pain.

Julie Bryant, Claudia Moberg's daughter, is having health problems.

Please pray for continued strength for Anita Haman.

Mandy Mood is still dealing with painful migraines.

Jesse Rupnick is doing alternative medicine and cleansing. Pray for comfort.

Pray for The Togo Team and David & Becky Reeves as they continue to do the Lord's work among the Kabiye people. Also, David has been experiencing dizzy spells; and pray for a safe pregnancy and birth of David and Becky's baby boy that is due in November.

Continue Praying For......

Dawn Morgan*The Frisk Family*Holly Welch
Joyce Carter*Brad Roberts*Sandy Simpson
Doris Dingman*Connie Ford*Billie Sanders

Thank you to all who helped with VBS by teaching, volunteering, baking cookies, and all the many jobs that needed doing. You made it a big success!

-Michelle Kish

Senior Camp for all 10th - 12th grades begins July 27th! The bus will be leaving right after worship next Sunday.

Today is the last day to pre-register for Junior Camp, which begins August 3rd. Pre-Teen Camp begins August 11th.

According to Jesus in Matthew 6:33, our top priority is to 'seek first his kingdom and his righteousness. If we embark on a search for righteousness, where do we go to find it? How do we determine what it looks like? What is righteousness? In an obvious way, we need not look further than Christ. He is our righteousness. It is by the transfer of his righteousness to our account that we are made acceptable to God. As his goodness and his love, because of our desire, come to dwell within us, his righteousness becomes a part of us. But it has to take hold within us as we grow in conformity to him.

Our righteousness is to exceed that of the Scribes and Pharisees, who majored in their efforts to achieve it. Righteousness can never be an achievement on our parts. Rather we become it, in direct proportion to his indwelling. Psalm 1 describes it as the impact on the life of a man who delights in the law of the Lord, and meditates on it day and night. He becomes like a fruit-bearing tree that is planted by living waters. Righteousness is the fruit of that tree....the result of one calling out in affection to God, 'O, how I love your law.'

As God's law lovingly reveals his perfect holiness, his righteousness, it also shows our imperfections and unrighteousness. This, in turn, drives us to the One whose righteousness is available to all who will turn to him in loving obedience. That same law serves as a restraint, a guide, helping us maintain a connectedness to the Righteous One. Our hearts must be open to his leading... 'What do you want me to do, Lord?'

In the life of every Christian, we strive to become the embodiment of the righteousness of Christ. True joy and awesome blessings are found in that process.

7:00 - 8:30 p.m. This is a weekly youth activity hosted in parents' homes or at the church building. We would also welcome opportunities to come to other church member's homes. If you would enjoy having a group of about 15 to 20 teens come and sing and laugh and share in your home, let us know, and we'll schedule a time.

Enrollment is good. We would, however, like some single grade classes if enrollment permits it. Pray for additional students in 1st-4th grades!

Scholarships - If you can help with this for the new year, please see Dan DuPey or Betty Rude. This is an excellent way to contribute to Christian Education and the future of a child.

Ladies, we'd love to have you join us for our Tuesday a.m. Bible study and work project. We meet Tuesdays at 10:30 in the small auditorium. Bring your lunch and stay as long as you can to work; if you don't sew, maybe you can cut material? Our present project is making lap robes for nursing home patients. Things you can bring are scissors, cutting mat, yarn, fabric, etc. See you there!

1. Today's mighty oak is just yesterday's nut that held its ground.

2. Isn't it nice that wrinkles don't hurt!

3. If you remain calm, you just don't have all the facts.

4. When your mom is mad at you, don't let her brush your hair.

5. You can't trust dogs to watch your food.

6. Dogs still have bad breath even after eating a Tic Tac.

7. No matter how hard you try, you can't baptize a cat.

8. Laughing helps. It's like jogging on the inside.

TO SERVE July 27^th, 2003

Contact Warren Brown ASAP if you are unable to serve.

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

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WEEK OF 7/13/2003

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