STUFF   DAVE SHANER

Many ideas came out of the 'Think Tank' Saturday from 3 weeks ago. Many of these ideas are already in process and off and running. There were several great suggestions, but two particular ideas came up several times. One is getting a sign/reader board. There are already people working on this and we should have one very soon. Also the idea of planting a new church in the area was suggested several times. As a result of that, Stan Granberg will be here to conduct a church planting seminar on November 1-2. Stan is currently one of the Bible professors at Cascade College in Portland. He also served as a missionary in Kenya for many years. In addition to that he conducts church planting seminars throughout the Northwest and acts as a consultant to help facilitate this. More information will be given next week in regard to times, but be sure to mark off those dates so you can participate in it. If you would like to be a part of a focus group that helps in the planning of a new congregation, see Ivan Archer.

Family Life Ministries will be here in Coeur d'Alene on November 7-9 to conduct a Weekend to Remember marriage enrichment seminar. This particular group is not from the churches of Christ but have been shown to be very effective in helping troubled marriages get back on a solid base and for helping good marriages to get even better. Dennis and Barbara Rainey developed these seminars and have published several excellent books and videos on marriage. We cannot vouch for all of their teaching, not knowing the instructors personally, but do know they come from a biblical perspective. Brochures for the conference are available at the kiosk in the church building.

I appreciate Ralph Crump preaching in my absence this Sunday. The church in Lebanon, Oregon asked me to conduct a Missions Day emphasis Sunday and Monday. Jim Vice, former administrator of the Coeur d'Alene Christian School is the preacher for the church in Lebanon. We would appreciate your prayers as we conduct this seminar.

Have a Great Week!

As you know, one of the four areas identified for emphasis of the next 5 years is Church planting. It is one thing to plan. But, progress comes by working the plan.

Dr. Stan Granberg, Associate Professor of Bible and Missions, Cascade College will spend the weekend of November 1st and 2nd with Dalton Gardens members.

We are seeking persons who will serve as a focus group to advance our efforts toward a church plant. If you are interested in being a part of this planning group please let one of the elders, office staff or Ivan Archer know as soon as possible.

Are you tired of the bills, stressed, ready to be a kid again? Then we have just the thing for you! LASER TAG!!! Come join the Tweeners on Saturday, October 25th for an evening full of the most fun you have had since you were a kid playing flashlight tag on your grandma's lawn with the cousins. Leave the little ones (12 and under) home with a baby sitter, this is time for parents to be kids again. Meet us at Azteca Mexican Restaurant (W. 200 Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane) for dinner at 6:00 p.m. and then we will all go over to Laser Quest (202 W. 2nd Ave., Spokane) at 7:40 p.m. The cost is $13 a person. There is only room for 30 people, the first to PAY and sign-up are the 30 who will be going. Sign-up at the kiosk and PAY Tim Frahm. We will be done by 10 p.m. This gives us 3 games to ourselves. Each game is 20 min. with breaks between. Don't stay all stressed out about things, come and take it out on the deacon in charge of the finances!

Costumes are encouraged, but no scary costumes will be allowed. There will be cash prizes for the best and most creative Bible costumes. We request that parents of children younger than 5 attend with their child. Parents of older kids are welcome, as well! We will be serving hot dogs for dinner from 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. and the games begin after that! We need lots of candy and volunteers. Donations are being collected right away so we will know what items need to be purchased as the date draws near. Please check the kiosk for specific items and a sign up list for volunteers. We hope to see you there!

LET US RISE UP AND BUILD

'And they said, Let us rise up and build. So they strengthened their hands for this good work'

Nehemiah 2:18

It has been said that when the people of God say, 'Let us arise and build' Satan says, 'Let us arise and oppose.' The work of the Lord never advances without Satanic opposition.

Satan opposed Nehemiah externally. Sanballat, Tobiah, and Geshem did everything they could to stop the rebuilding of the wall of Jerusalem. They tried ridicule: 'They laughed us to scorn, and despised us.' (2:19); anger: 'Sanballat.... was wroth, and took great indignation' (4:1) criticism: What do these feeble Jews? Will they fortify themselves?' Nehemiah succumbed to none of these attacks. (there were many more).

Satan opposed Nehemiah internally, through discouragement: 'The strength of burdens is decayed, and there is much rubbish (4:10); cowardice: 'Let us meet together in the house of God, within the temple.... for they will come to slay you' (6:10).

In spite of it all, the work WAS COMPLETED (6:15) and the enemies of God were defeated (6:16) MAY WE NEVER GIVE UP, BUT CONTINUE IN OUR WORK TO ITS COMPLETION! TO DO THIS IS TO ACHIEVE EXCELLENCE!! 'Let us approve the things that are excellent' was Paul's prayer for the Philippians. And it's God's will to work for excellence in our Christian service. Finally let us rise up and build the following things in our lives; whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things' R.S.V. Phil. 4:8. -The Elders

Jim and Diane Rude at the Astoria Church of Christ are asking us to donate coats and blankets to provide warmth to those in need. There will be a box in the lobby for your donations. For more information please see Betty Rude.

Benevolence is collecting hangers, thread, buttons, and all types of material, old patterns, straight pins. All would be greatly appreciated. Boxes will be provided for your donation. If you have any questions contact Irene Clark 687-2209 or cell 818-0433.

Start saving shoe boxes for Magi Project gifts to under privileged children around the world. Also start collecting toys, school supplies, books, health/hygiene items, clothes and candy. Supplies will need to be in by October 26th and we will pack the boxes after class on Wednesday, October 29th. More information to come soon. For questions see Alyssa Frahm.

Oct. 14 - 6:30 a.m. Prayer Breakfast at JB's

Oct. 16 - CCS Breakfast Fundraiser 7 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

Oct. 18-19 - Teens at Richland Church of Christ

Oct. 23 - CCS Spaghetti Feed Fundraiser - 7:00 p.m.

Oct. 25 - Tweeners Night Out Dinner & Laser Tag

Oct. 29 - Pack Magi Boxes in the Small Auditorium

Oct. 31 - Kids' Harvest Party (6th grade & younger)

Virginia Filbeck is at St. Luke's Rehab in Spokane recovering from knee replacement surgery. Visitors are encouraged.

Bea Phippen fell and has broken her collar and pelvic bones. She is at the Pinewood Care Center, in room #408. Visitors are welcome! She hopes to be home soon.

Pray for Ray Rayburn as he is attending his annual mission trip to Vienna, Austria. Also, pray for Karen while he is away.

Chris Williams, Pat Irmer's nephew, has a staph infection. He has lost his big toe and now may lose his foot.

Rita Welter, Paul's mother, is recovering from emergency appendectomy.

George Parrish, Earlene Reeves' father, fell and broke his shoulder. He will be in rehab for a few weeks.

Mary Nell Lipscomb will be with her daughter, Donann Scott, in Austin, Texas, during her surgery.

Russ Allen suffers from constant back & knee pain.

Pray for her continued strength for Anita Haman.

Pray for The Togo Team and David & Becky Reeves. The work with the Kabiye people continues to be very productive. The Reeves are in Richland, Washington, awaiting the arrival of their baby, expected about November 5. They will be visiting here at Dalton soon to give us an update on the Togo work.

Anybody wishing to contribute to Shari Swaim's book of memories please turn in your forms to Katrina Swaim by Sunday, October 19th. If you need a form, extras can be found on the kiosk.

Congratulations! to proud parents, Mike and Michelle Kish on the arrival of David Joseph Michael born on Friday, October 3rd. Weighing 9 lbs. 9 oz. and 22 1/2'.

Congratulations! to proud parents, Tom and Amber Kelly and grandparents, Jack and Connie Kelly on the arrival of double blessings Brooke Elizabeth, 5lb. 15oz., 20' and Brady Thomas, 4 lb. 14 oz., 18 3/4' on Friday, October 3rd.

October 18th -19th

Teens to Richland - 'Fruit of the Spirit'

November 7th - 9th

Cascade Youth Venture - Portland

November 15th

Keenage Banquet

November 21st - 23rd

'Come Before Winter- Retreat'

I love God's family, the church, the people Jesus redeemed with his precious blood. Through many years of ministry I have seen how God works in beautiful ways through those who love him, trust him, and obey him. When disciples worship, grow and serve together, guided by God's word and energized by his Spirit, they are truly the presence of Christ in this world.

Sincere believers overflow with joyful praise for their redemption and all the awesome works of God's love. Willing disciples of Jesus devote themselves, as he did, to serving others, and mentoring converts who will also learn to serve. They are compelled by God's grace and their own gratitude, to focus heart, mind and life on the Christ who is Lord of their lives. I, myself, have been encouraged over the years by some of these great believers, and I will always be grateful for them.

It is wonderful to see a church whose members are spending time in prayer and Bible study at home, and who are growing in the graces of loving, giving, and sharing with one another, and who are reaching out to the lost in the community. Far too often, Christians have allowed their faith to become institutionalized, believing it okay to leave prayer and Bible study to the corporate church assemblies, and that church staff should take care of visitation, evangelism, training of children, and benevolence. Seeing those things happen in the day-to-day lives of the Christians here at Dalton is gratifying indeed. More and more of us are coming to understand that Bible study, worship assembly, and ministry programs are opportunities for us to serve one another, rather than times to be served. 'Church' is really not about me. It is not about finding a place to meet my needs, but rather, it is about worshiping, serving, and glorifying God, and sharing this with the body of believers.

Church is not an organization whose purpose is to serve the interests of the individual members. Ministry is not the business of a select few. As L. Donovan Owen wrote, 'Faith flounders in the shallow pool of comfort and inactivity rather than running as a deep stream of personal conviction and service out of every disciple.' It is truly gratifying to see so many members of this church of Christ learning to serve, give, teach and encourage. I love this church!

Timothy and Tabitha Awards are spiritual character awards that are given out monthly at CCS. September's nominees were Tanevin Goldner, Kyler Everitt, Cameron Robinett, Michael Wanless, Sterling Heath, Alex Gwin, Sarah Wanless, and Hannah Bulow. The winners were Whitley Borley, Michael Romo, Colby Borley, and Anna Wanless. Great job!!

Start your day with a good breakfast! On Thursday, October 16, from 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. down in the kitchen, the CCS 8th graders will be serving breakfast to raise money for their 8th grade trip. For only $3.00 you may have eggs (made to your order), bacon, pancakes, orange juice and coffee. Invite your family and friends and join us!

If you are interested in helping with the CCS craft fair or would like a booth, please contact Patty Welter at the church/school office or at home at 773-8673 (after 6 p.m.). Thanks, Patty Welter.

Dear friends,

I want you to know how much I appreciate all the ladies at Dalton Gardens who put so much time, effort and enthusiasm into this special day. It really is uplifting and a joyful experience. Thank you!

Linda Hopkins,
Northside Church of Christ, Spokane

The Coffee Hour Committee for the Ladies Fall Fellowship wants to thank everyone who furnished breads, muffins, fruits, etc. for last weekend. We appreciate you very much.

To the Church of Christ,

For all who were involved in my wonderful, warm welcome; Russ and Eldon for delivering the bread, and to whoever baked it - it was incredibly delicious!

Thank you all. I'm so happy to have found a church that I want to call 'Home'. I feel completely comfortable and relaxed when I'm there, and thankful for the other group activities and instant friendships I've acquired. Thanks for your help in learning all I can about Christ. I need you as well as Him.

-Carrie Forbush

Thanks so much for cards and prayers, I'm improving slowly. I'm still in lots of pain, but I know God is the greatest healer.

In Christ, Clara Ward

TO SERVE October 19^th, 2003

Contact Warren Brown ASAP if you are unable to serve.

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