Family News

August 1, 2004

SHORT  BY
STUFF   DAVE SHANER

We have seen in recent years a return to a more experiential knowledge of God. Traditionally, the churches of Christ have been known more as a people of the book. Much of our emphasis has been on what the Bible says and not on what a person feels. Frank Mead, in his handbook of churches in the Untied States says, "There is a distinctive plea for unity at the heart of the Churches of Christ - a unity that is Bible based. It is believed that the Bible is the "beginning place" in and through which God-fearing people can achieve spiritual oneness; it is an appeal to "speak where the Bible speaks and to be silent where the Bible is silent" in all matters pertaining to faith and morals; consequently, members recognize no other written creed or confession of faith than the Scriptures. In all religious matters, there must be a "thus sayeth the Lord." (page 107). This is an "outsider" writing his observations based on his research. This is certainly as true today as it ever has been. We need to be a people of the book who seek to follow everything God says. God has not spoken on every individual matter, but He has left us with principles that can be applied to every area of our lives. Still the Bible speaks of an experiential relationship as well. It is very possible to have the head knowledge but not be relational. Jesus said, the greatest commandment involves a heart matter, that of loving God and each other (Matthew 22:37). Jeremiah 9:23-24 states, "This is what the LORD says: "Let not the wise man boast of his wisdom or the strong man boast of his strength or the rich man boast of his riches, but let him who boasts boast about this: that he understands and knows me, that I am the LORD , who exercises kindness, justice and righteousness on earth, for in these I delight," declares the LORD." Experience is good and even vital, but it must be based on accurate knowledge. A knowledge of God included both the head and the heart. You can not have a right relationship with only one of these ingredients. We will discuss the matter of feelings in more detail next week.

Have a great week as you live for Him!

'I can do everything through him who gives me strength.'
-Philippians 4:13

Good News!!!

The angels in heaven rejoiced on Sunday, July 18th when Michelle Davis was baptized into Jesus Christ. Be sure to welcome her into the family of God.

Her address is:
5408 Parkwood Ct.
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815
Ph. #765-8689

Welcome to the Family!

Shannon Roush, daughter of Ron and Myrtle McIntire, would like to be recognized as a member of the Dalton Gardens church body. Her husband's name is Bill. She has three children: Erin, Kurtis and Jake. Be sure to welcome them into the family.

Their address is:
415 Showboat Ct.
Post Falls, ID 83854
Ph. #773-8598

Camp Prince's Pine

Senior Camp starts today. 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 Junior Camp even though the preregistration deadline has passed. If you have not turned in your form, you may turn them in to the office. The Pre-Teen Camp deadline for preregistration is today!

The Monday Night Life Group is having a BBQ on August 9 at 6:00 PM at the home of Larry and Jean Grow 5905 Pleasant Way, 664-3522 (off Dalton between 95 and Ramsey). Those not already attending a Life Group are invited. Drinks, hamburgers and hot dogs will be provided. Please bring something to eat with them. Come and enjoy this time of fellowship. See you there!

Tweeners Fun on the Lake

On August 21, the Tweeners will be going to the Slates' house to play on the lake. Mark your calendars, more details to come. Sign-up for what food you can bring on the kiosk.

Shepherd's Corner

Praise God for the recent baptisms and rededications to the Lord. The growth of God's Kingdom is exciting. And as a church family, all of us at Dalton need to love one another and encourage each other to share the Gospel. The Lord has entrusted us with the greatest message of all. Let's not be selfish and keep salvation to ourselves. The good news of Jesus is for all people.

-From the Elders

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, creme, and red and her living room colors are red and white. For more information, please contact Linda Bruner.

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.

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

In Sympathy

Our hearts go out to Jean Grow and her family in the loss of her father, Dallas Miller. Our thoughts and prayers are also with the Wuest family in the passing of Joanna's grandfather, Doug Glover. Remember to keep these families in your prayers during this time of loss.

Thank You!

Thank you to all those who made the Senior Saints potluck a great time. We enjoyed having you all there!  -Carole & Keith Fredrikson

A big Christian Thank You for all the prayers and thoughts over the past few months concerning Dallas Miller's declining health and the prayers and sympathy cards upon his passing. Your thoughtfulness has been a real comfort to the family.  -Jean & Larry Grow

Calendar of Events

August 1-7 - Senior Camp - 9th - 12th grade
August 3 - 6:30 a.m. - Prayer Breakfast at JB's
August 5 - Mallory Jaynes Bridal Shower 6:30 p.m.
August 6 - Teens TNT at the Wuests' House
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 - Teens Back to School Lock-In
August 21 - Tweeners at the Slates' House
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, has breast cancer. She is only 30 years old and has 2 small children. Pray for quick healing and peace for her and her family.

Anita Poland is having knee pain.

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.

Conni McCord, a friend of Wilma Flanagan's, is suffering from depression. Pray for Wilma as she comforts and encourages her friend during this difficult time.

Earlene Reeves' mother, Loraine Parrish, is in improving health. Earlene thanks you for your prayers.

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.

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.

Rae Marie Killingbeck requests prayers for her husband, Clyde, as he travels to Michigan.

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.

'Don't put others in their place. Put yourself in theirs.'

Mike's Memos.....

THREE MORE SESSIONS AT CAMP PRINCE'S PINE
Senior Camp Aug. 1-7 (grades 9-12)
Junior Camp Aug. 8-14 (grades 6-8)
Pre-Teen Camp Aug. 15-21 (grades 3 -5)

JR. 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:
August 6th (Friday) - Wuests' house

Learn To Walk With God

It isn't difficult, especially in the beautiful Northwest, to see the awesome handiwork of God. But even though the beauty of his creative genius surrounds us, it also is not difficult to see the messes mankind has made over the centuries. As we have believed that we become more and more intelligent, we have put our confidence in human reason which continually falls far short of the direction given by our Father. The only way out of this mess is to turn back to God and learn to truly walk with him.

We begin by believing in him, and that he is still speaking to us....that we are not left to our own direction. God wants us to listen to him and be guided by him. Walking with God is a way of life. It is something to be learned, and it takes practice. This is made easier when we get alongside others who are striving to walk with God. Jesus said that his road was narrow and only a few will find it. So often we need the help and correction and assurance of others to keep us on the way. Jesus knew this, and died that his body, the church, might be established. In it we share the joys and trials of walking with God.

Reading the incredible examples of those biblical characters who walked with God down through the ages is always inspiring, and no doubt, the purpose for its writing. The Bible is overwhelmingly a book of stories -- tales of men and women who walked with God....or failed to walk with him. We find there the testimony of God's friends on what it means to walk with him through a thousand different episodes of life....episodes of joy, of anger, of love, or of sin. They tell us, 'Here is someone who knew God, who really knew him.' Some of those stories are quite detailed, but none is briefer or more intriguing than the short account of Enoch which simply says, 'Enoch walked with God; then he was no more, because God took him .'

Reeves Togo Trip Update

Hello! We've been to two villages to help David study with the Kabiye. Amazing! Yesterday we drove..... more ROUGHER roads......10 hours to a huge game reserve for a real African Safari. It was quite an experience. We saw all kinds of animals, including some African Elephants close up and personal. It was so much fun, especially the animals. Tomorrow we are having ladies prayer time with all the ladies and Mike will meet with the guys. We are having a blessing baby shower for Andrea Miller in the morning as she leaves Sunday for Lome to give birth to their third child. We have been to Bible studies and worship in three different villages. VERY different, to say the least. The people are so friendly....at least they smile and try to greet us. Our luggage has been found and is waiting in Accra for us to pick it up. Bryan Reis is getting it on Monday when he takes all the summer interns there to catch their plane home. We will have our clothes on Tuesday!!! Mike, Earlene and girls

BIBLE BUILDERS MEMORY VERSES

Children's Sunday A.M. Bible Classes

For the month of August - 4 years - 6th Grade:
'But we had to celebrate and be happy, because your brother was dead, but now he is alive; he was lost, but now he has been found'.  -Luke 15:32

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.

Caribbean Cruise...Wow!

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

Keeping In Touch

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).

Please Note...... If you feel you might have misplaced any of your dishes from past potlucks or events, please check on the kiosk in the foyer. Thanks!

TO SERVE August 8^th, 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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