Family News

July 25, 2004

SHORT  BY
STUFF   DAVE SHANER

We had a great response to our summer barbecue last week. The weather was great and the fellowship was very encouraging. We had many of our VBS children and their parents also attend. A special thank you to all who came out and visited parents and delivered bread and information to our guests. Also, we appreciate all who brought food, cooked, and cleaned up afterward. We are planning another barbecue August 25. Make sure you will be here. It is a great way to introduce your friends and neighbors to your church family.

As most of you know, the Dalton Gardens congregation is laying the foundation for a possible church plant in the area. No immediate time frame has been set for this, but we are going ahead in getting interest, formulating possible team members, and doing some more research on the best way to go about this. If you would be interested, be sure to let LaMont Petersen, Rick ˜ Blanchard, or Arrty Rude know. They make up part of the Church plant action group.

Let's ask the question, "Is starting another congregation a good idea?' We know several factors. First, the Great Commission set forth by Jesus asks us to spread the gospel to as many people as possible. We have the core of the message intact and unchangeable. As far as methodology, Jesus has left that up to us. Whatever accomplishes the mission the best is what we should be doing. Secondly, Kootenai County, percentage wise, is the fastest growing county in Idaho. Can Kootenai County be serviced by us effectively as we are doing now? Are there areas of the county that are showing a great population increase where its residents are not likely to drive to Dalton Gardens? If this is true, we need to give that area some greater concentration. Thirdly, can our church right now devote the resources to making a new church succeed? Most churches who have launched out in faith with adequate planning have experienced growth themselves. In fact, churches that plant other churches have often grown back and beyond where they were before the church plant. It is always an emotional time for everyone involved. Part of real growth involves change. We have a tendency to like the way things already are. We get used to it and can be uncomfortable with anything that breaks the status quo. A good way to look at this is to see how much God has blessed us and wants to share those same £blessings with as many others as we can. The timing has to be right, and we need to bathe the entire process in prayer. Ivan Archer suggested in my LIFE group that instead of asking God to bless what we are doing to try asking God to help us do the things He is blessing. That is good food for thought.

Have a great week as you live for Him!

We proclaim him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ. To this end I labor, struggling with all his energy, which so powerfully works in me.  -Colossians 1:28-29

Camp Prince's Pine

Senior Camp starts next Sunday. If you are going, be sure that your ride is coordinated as a bus is not taking campers to the site this year. There are still some slots open for more campers even though the preregistration deadline has passed.

The Junior Camp preregistration deadline is today. If you have not turned in your form, you may turn them in to the office. The Preteen deadline for preregistration is next Sunday, August 1.

Ladies' Craft Day!

Bring your projects and join the fun! Saturday, August 7th, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. in the small auditorium. You should bring your craft supplies, a lunch, a dish to share for a potluck supper, and a small craft supply item to donate as a prize for lots of drawings. There will be craft bingo, snacks, fellowship and lots of fun! If you're not a crafter, come and learn something new. Join us for all or part of this fun-filled (and productive) day. All are welcome, so bring a friend. Sign up on the kiosk.

Caribbean Cruise...Wow!

Come and join us on a cruise for the church from January 29 - February 5, 2005! Contact the Wuests (772-6247) or the Borsheims (772-8183) for more information.

Mark Your Calendars for Family Camp at Farragut State Park
September 3rd - September 6th

A Bridal Shower

Come share in the joy of a wedding shower for Mallory Jaynes on Thursday, August 5th, at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Joanna Wuest. Please bring a copy of your favorite recipes for Mallory. Adam and Mallory are registered at Target and at the Bon in the Silver Lake Mall. Her kitchen colors are navy, crème, and red and her living room colors are red and white. For more information, please contact Linda Bruner.

Shepherd's Corner

STRENGTHEN ONE ANOTHER

IF EVERYONE IN THE CHURCH WOULD FOLLOW THE FOLLOWING COMMANDS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT GREATER BLESSINGS AND PROGRESS WILL BE REALIZED IN SPIRITUAL INDIVIDUAL GROWTH.

1. Edify one another -1 Thess. 5:4
2. Pray for one another - Jam. 5:16
3. Have the same care for one another -1 Cor. 12:25
4. Exhort one another - Heb. 3:13; 10:25
5. Have peace one with another - Mark 9:50
6. Be kind to one another - Eph. 4:32
7. Be forbearing one to another - Eph. 4:2
8. Forgiving one another - Eph. 4:32
9. All of you be subject one to a another - 1 Peter 5:5
10. Therefore comfort one another - 1 Thess. 5:11
11. Be hospitable to one another without grumbling - 1 Peter 4:9
12. Let is consider one another in order to stir up love and good works - Heb. 10:24
13. Love one another with a pure heart fervently - 1 Peter 1:22

'Love us the crowning grace of humanity, the holiest right of the soul, THE GOLDEN LINK WHICH BINDS US TO DUTY AND TRUTH, THE REDEEMING PRINCIPLE THAT CHIEFLY RECONCILES THE HEART OF LIFE, AND IS PROPHETIC OF ETERNAL GOOD.' PETRARCH
THEY ARE THE TRUE DISCIPLES OF CHRIST, NOT WHO KNOW MOST, BUT WHO LOVE MOST!

-From the Shepherds

Please Note.....

For recent updates and mailing information of servicemen deployed from families of our congregation, can now be found on the new military bulletin board (hanging on the wall across from the cry room).

Help Wanted: looking for people to help with the Prayer Trio Ministry. Call Nancy Callis 772-6411.

Calendar of Events

July 27 - 6:30 a.m. - Prayer Breakfast at JB's
August 1-7 - Senior Camp - 9th - 12th grade
August 5 - Mallory Jaynes Bridal Shower 6:30 p.m.
August 7 - Ladies Craft Day - 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
August 8-14 - Junior Camp - 6th - 8th grade
August 15-21 - Preteen Camp - 3rd - 5th grade
August 20 - Back to School Lock-In
August 25 - Ladies Brown Bag Luncheon at Noon
August 25 - 5:30 p.m. BBQ Potluck & Devotional
August 29 - Evening Worship Assembly LIFE Groups

Prayer Requests

Brandi Sandford, the cousin of Katrina Swaim, just found out last Friday that she has breast cancer. She is only 30 yrs. old and has 2 small children. Pray for quick healing and peace for her and her family.

Dan Scott, Jean Grow's brother, is recovering from gall bladder surgery, heart problems and an infection.

Jerry Welch is awaiting surgery to have a small tumor removed from his bladder. Pray that his blood pressure goes down, so that they can do the surgery.

Loraine Parrish, Earlene Reeves' mother, is in the hospital with a fever, is dehydrated and very weak.

Gwen Hauck is recovering from a fall in which she broke her shoulder, ribs and wrist.

Pray for Russ Allen as he is recovering from surgery. Early reports look good, and he hopes it will take away some of his pain. He wants to thank God and everyone for their prayers and concern for his health.

Dallas Miller, the father of Jean Grow, is in failing health, and the family would appreciate your prayers.

Harold Long, Vicki Laititi's father, has started chemo for stomach cancer. Pray for his comfort.

Lakai Laititi's parents, Makai and Vicki, ask that we pray that Lakai gives his life back to God.

Christopher Henrikson, Don and Wilma Flanagan's grandson, and Claudia Moberg's grandson, Daniel Moberg, are serving in Iraq. Also, Mike Kish & Matt Rude are now at Fort Bliss, Texas for military training. Keep their safety in your prayers.

Pray for the Reeves and the Togo Team, as they work among the Kabiye people of Northern Togo. The Lord is continuing to bless the work with wonderful success. Remember to keep Mike, Earlene and the girls in your prayers as they work with and encourage the Togo team and the new Christians.

Continue Praying For...... Jeff Almond, Jim Saldona, Rita Welter, Christine Welch, Betty Wilhoite, Karmen Rouse, Randy Scott, Jim Almond, Carol Hoffman, George Wuest.

Come join us for Prayer Breakfast on Tuesday mornings, at 6:30 a.m. at JB's Restaurant on Appleway for prayer and encouragement!

Mike's Memos.....

SR. CAMP begins next Sunday! Car pooling will be necessary. The bus will NOT be going. Sorry!

Bible Class - Teens, please don't forget to bring your Bibles to Bible class on Sunday mornings. Scott Rouse will be teaching, and you NEED to be ready to mark the scripture texts.

And, remember to be helpful.... ask what you can bring / what you can do to help out with TNT schedules while I am gone.

TNT schedule is as follows:
July 22nd - Nirks' house
July 29th - Shaners' house
August 5th(Friday) - Wuests' house

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL .... was finished a week ago. All those adults and teens who served in any way are much appreciated. It was a good time, and now some breathe a sigh of relief, but I discovered a clipping from an old Christian Chronicle that I felt I should share before we let VBS 2004 fade from our thoughts.

'I Remember... or Why We Have VBS' by Darrel Tippens

In the small western Oklahoma town where I grew up, missing Vacation Bible School was a tragedy that took a whole summer to recover from. Fortunately, I usually did not miss the Big Event. I can still remember the cold strawberry Kool Aid, and the homemade cookies. I remember the shining faces, the happy crowds, and the boisterous songs. I especially relished 'performing' on the very spot occupied by the preacher on Sunday mornings. It was a glorious, unforgettable time.

To be honest, I do not remember the specific Bible lessons at all. I do not recall which scriptures I memorized those summer days. But I do remember coming to know Jesus better. He became a personal presence to me, a friend who loved me. I still remember the kind ladies who taught me. Jesus truly lived in them. Though I may not have verbalized it, I thought, 'This is great! I want to come back.' And I always did.

Now 30 years have passed. Recently, while digging through some old mementos, I uncovered some old VBS attendance certificates along with a time-worn photo of my 2nd grade class.

My certificate of recognition dated June 3, 1955, has these words on it, 'And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.... Continue in the things which you have learned.' It is signed by my teachers. I wondered as I looked over these items, 'Did they know back in 1955 that their efforts would be lasting?'

Many things have changed over the years, but not the essential values of Vacation Bible School. Children still look into the faces of faithful teachers who simply share the love of Jesus. They will never forget.

Reeves Togo Trip Update

Hello to all. Yes, we did finally make it to Togo and all is well. The trip over was a little crazy, but God is always faithful.' The 10 hour drive down from Accra, Ghana to Kara, Togo was about the hardest part of the trip. We haven't seen any of our luggage or stuff yet. We think it went to Ethiopia, even though they changed us to British Airlines when we left Newark. We hope they will call us in a day or two and then we will drive back up to Accra to retrieve it. We each have our carry-on stuff so we'll get by.

This afternoon we all went with David to one of the villages where he taught a group of about 10 adults and 10 kids. It was a neat experience. We will be going to another village tomorrow.

It hasn't been terribly hot here yet, but the humidity is something else. We will write more later.

Love to all in Christ,
Mike, Earlene, Bobbie, Ashlin & Joleen

Albertson's Cards At The Kiosk

Pick up your Albertson's card at the kiosk in the foyer. Hand it to the cashier every time you make a purchase. CCS then receives a percentage of the total purchases each quarter up to a maximum of $1800! For more information see Dan or Teri DuPey.

Prayer Garden News

  - The green sticks indicate a plant. Please do not pull.

  - Anyone having any size of pieces of slate, we need some for the Garden of Prayer. Please see Rick Blanchard or Georgette Rude.

  - Anyone who can and will water the Garden of Prayer would be greatly appreciated. You may water at any time of the day and use as much water as you need.

Praise the Lord for those LIFE groups who volunteered to weed areas in the Garden of Prayer once a month! May God's love bless each hand.

Gethsemane - Dan Dupey
West Entrance - Dave Shaner
Calvary - Jeff Nirk/Larry Grow
Fire pit - Youth Group
South Entrance - Mike Swaim
Rose - Lamont Petersen
Eden - Don Rude
Mt. Sinai - Bob Brown/Ralph Crump
Manger - Scott Rouse
Water Fall - Agape Class

We still need groups or individuals to help with the rest of the weeding. If you are able to help, please see the office window in the foyer. For more information, please see Rick Blanchard or Georgette Rude.

TO SERVE August 1^st, 2004

Contact Warren Brown ASAP if you are unable to serve.

Assembly Times:

Sunday:

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

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