Family News

August 7, 2005

SHORT  BY
STUFF   DAVE SHANER

The Great Northwest Evangelism Workshop (GNEW) has now been officially named Renewal. GNEW served its purpose for many years but today is a new day with new opportunities. Jeff Walling, Jeff Hicks. Jerry Jones, Marvin Phillips, Randy Harris among others greatly encouraged us in the faith. I am already looking forward to next year. The dates are July 26-29, 2006. Make your plans to go to Renewal now.

It was great to be able to see four young people give their lives to the Lord last Sunday in baptism. They were trained by godly parents to recognize that only in Christ can anyone follow God. We are saved by grace through faith. Grace is God's vehicle that provides salvation. Faith expressed in action is the conduit that carries the grace to the sinner. Baptism is a defining moment that changes our relationship with God. It is faith being acted out. Baptism without faith does not result in salvation. Salvation is the result of the work of Christ on the cross. He did the work; we respond to His offer of salvation.

Most "Christian" churches today discount the necessity of baptism. They see it as a work of merit if done before "salvation", but that does not mean that we have to do nothing. It is like receiving a present on Christmas day and never opening it. The only way we can enjoy the fruits of that gift is to accept it by opening it. But opening the gift does not make it something that we earned. It was freely given for all those who believe in the Lord Jesus Christ. It is sad that the god of this world has even blinded the minds of believers such that they discount what God has intended to bring us salvation. It is more important to simply believe what God has clearly said in His Word rather than to try to get it to make sense. God knows what he is doing. Jesus said, "He who believes and is baptized shall be saved. He who does not believe is condemned." - Mark 16:16. Four teenagers believed that last Sunday and responded to God's offer. Anyone who reads the Bible on their own will believe in the necessity of baptism. It takes a "preacher" to talk us out of it.

- Have a Great Week!!

She gave this name to the LORD who spoke to her: "You are the God who sees me," for she said, "I have now seen the One who sees me." - 2 Corinthians 4:7

Good News!!!
We rejoice in the family of God here with the addition of four new Christians. Congratulations to Alan Frisk, Robin Flanders, Joshua Nelson, and Ronnie Ross who were baptized last Sunday. We are very proud of these four young people for their decision to put Christ first in their lives. Be sure to welcome them into the family of God.

Camp Prince's Pine
Junior Camp starts today! Pre-Teen starts next week and the camp directors will be: Scott Koopman and Mike Winegardner. If you can help out at camp as a counselor or a helper in the kitchen, please contact the Richland church at (509) 946-1658. Registration forms for camp can be found on the kiosk.

ATTENTION LADIES & TEENAGE GIRLS
LADIES FALL FELLOWSHIP MEETING
There will be a Ladies Fall Fellowship meeting on Monday, August 8, 2005 at 6:30 p.m., in the kitchen at the church building. We had a very good turnout for our meeting in April and the enthusiasm was wonderful. We are so blessed with the many talents of our ladies and teen girls within our congregation, and we encourage all of you to attend this meeting. There is a special job for everyone. Babysitting, the theme, and other topics will be discussed at this meeting. Latayne Scott will be our speaker for this year and her lessons for this year's session will be on Rahab. She lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and is the author of 'The Red Cord of Hope'.

After VBS Bash!
On Wednesday, August 10th anyone who helped with VBS is invited to Alyssa Frahm's house for a potluck lunch. We will start at 12:00 p.m. and then after we eat we will take a few minutes to talk about how things went at this year's VBS. All teens who helped and children of the adults who helped are welcome to come. Bring your swimsuits and towels. While we talk the kids can swim. Don't forget a potluck dish to share with everyone.

Shepherd's Corner
Praise God! Praise God! Praise God!
Luke 15: 7 says "more joy (rejoicing) in heaven over one sinner who repents....." Last Sunday this congregation played a part in MUCH REJOICING in heaven as the Kingdom of God increased by four. Sunday morning three young men were buried with the Lord Jesus in baptism, and Sunday evening one young lady. New members of this congregation are Ronnie Ross, Alan Frisk, Josh Nelson and Robin Flanders. This Church Family rejoices and needs to help encourage these young Christians in their new walk with the Lord. "And again I say rejoice" Phil 4:4.

- From The Elders

Prayer Trios
To aid our prayer trios in praying for each other, you will find blue prayer request slips in your mailbox or on the kiosk in the lobby.' Please fill these out with any prayer or praise requests you may have, then place the slips into the mailboxes of your prayer trio partners.' Remember, they'll be much more effective in praying on your behalf if you tell them what to pray for!' Let's continue lifting each other up in prayer daily. You can find extra prayer request slips in a basket on the table under the mission board.

Tweeners Swim at the Slates
The Tweeners will be getting together at the Slates' home on Saturday, August 20th to enjoy a day of swimming, boating, fishing and having a good time together. You are invited to come as early as lunchtime, just bring a sack lunch for your family. We will be sharing a potluck dinner together. Please bring a side dish, dessert, chips or fixings for hot dogs and hamburgers. Also, bring your swimsuits, towels, floaties, kids' life vests and fishing gear for your enjoyment. If you plan to come PLEASE sign-up at the kiosk. Directions to their home can be found on the kiosk. For questions see Larry and Sylvia Slate or Tim and Alyssa Frahm.

James Dupey and Tanya Watson
Along with the blessings of their parents
Invite you to join them
exchange marriage vows
on Saturday, the twentieth of August
Two thousand and five
at six thirty in the evening
Northside Church of Christ
5601 N. Jefferson St.
Spokane, Washington

Calendar of Events
Aug. 7 - 13 - Junior Camp at Camp Prince's Pines
Aug. 8 - 6:30 p.m.-Ladies Fall Fellowship Meeting
Aug. 9 - 6:30 a.m. - Prayer Breakfast at JB's
Aug. 14 - 20 - Pre-Teen Camp at Prince's Pines
Aug. 20 - Tweeners Swimming at the Slates
Aug. 20 - Dupey/Watson Wedding at Northside
Aug. 24 - Noon - Ladies Brown Bag Luncheon

Prayer Requests

Pray for healing and a quick recovery for Kathy Shaner.

Dana Barbarick, daughter of Judie Sanborn, has begun her second round of chemo treatments.

Al Poland is still down with back problems.

Tom Nelson, John Nelson's father, is suffering from bone cancer. Pray for the family to find strength through God.

Emily Ward has been struggling with an iron deficiency and her body is not absorbing nutrition.

Teri Dupey is recovering from leg surgery and preparing to have surgery on her other leg soon.

Ken Huseby has been diagnosed with glaucoma.

Remember to keep in your prayers: Andrew Crump, Mike Kish, Matt Rude, Terry Morgan, Phillip Kirkham, who are serving in Iraq.

Pray for the Kabiye Christians and the Team of Missionaries in Togo, West Africa. David & Becky Reeves and their family are in the states now for a well-deserved furlough.

Continue Praying For....
Jeff Almond, Robin & Sammy Utter,
Judy Anderson, Lillian Lane, Matt Bunker,
Dores Howell, Don Green, Kathy Adams,
Grace Wallin, Wayne Pearson, Mandy Mood

In Sympathy
Our hearts and prayers go out to Jim and Joyce Rehms in the loss of their granddaughter, Candace Kelly. The memorial for Candace was last Friday in Montana. Continue to pray for their family as they deal with this tragic loss.

Thank You!
A HUGE 'thank you' to Thomas Chew, Robert Inabnet, Robert Frisk, Warren & Lynn Brown, Blake Lewis, Dave Shaner, Allen Frisk, Ronnie Ross and Jeremy Frisk for helping us make the impossible task of loading the truck. We thank everyone for the hugs and kisses. Come see us!!

­-Mike, Earlene, Ashlin & Joleen Reeves

Special Contribution Next Sunday
We have been extremely blessed to have Nathan Frisk home for the summer and serving as our youth ministry intern. His help and his ideas have been a gift from God. Even with a team of nine people working with our teens there were still many things falling through the cracks. All of us on the team are working full time and Nathan has filled in the cracks with a zeal and enthusiasm that is quite admirable. Nathan takes this role very seriously and he allows the Spirit to guide him every step of the way. Nathan is attending Oklahoma Christian and will be returning to school very soon. Next week we will take up a special collection for Nathan. This is how he will be paid for the time he has spent working with our kids this summer. It will help him with his school expenses. I encourage all of us to plan for this and send Nathan back to school with a gift of love that he will not soon forget!
In Christ, Scott

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

Secret Sisters!
Please remember to contact your secret sister at least once per month and pray for her much more often than that! Also, be sure to check the bulletin board at the bottom of the ramp for thank you notes from your sister. There are a lot of notes that have been hanging up for a while.

Get Ready Ladies!!!
The first annual all women's retreat at Spirit Lake, September 16-17. This is for women of all ages 18 to 98. Dads, please encourage your wife by babysitting so she can come to the slumber party. More information to follow soon.

New Addresses
The Reeves Family
410 N.E. Juniper St.
Prineville, OR 97754

Laura, James & Zachary Dickson
107 E. Borah Ave. #1
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
Ph. #704-1254

CCS NEWS.....

Is There Hope?
Dan DuPey

Many of us are parents! We have been through the exciting, positive days that say, "Job well done". Many of us have also been through days of trial and discouragement that say, "Was I wrong on that?" "Did I misunderstand?" Parenting, of course, is NOT always easy. There will be times of distress, but there will always be times of great JOY!

At times, one might ask, "Is there hope?". A key to developing great family relationships is not in ourselves alone. It comes by following Christ! Strong, loving families come by being firm, fair and consistent. Our hope of a great family future lies in obedience to God. Christ said, "If you love me, keep my commandments". Jn 14:15

Show Love as Christ was our perfect example. Teri and I have always felt that encouragement in all things to our children was imperative. When there is happiness in their lives, shout for joy! When there is sadness, be there. When there is discouragement, encourage! Parenting is NOT easy, but it is certainly rewarding! The Hope is in the seeds that we have planted.

Do our children know that we are there for them in all things. Remember, Jesus said, "I am with YOU always.....(but, how long is He with us?) even until the end of the world." We must remind our children of their past successes. We have always stressed not to use the word "can't" in home or school! Teach 'CAN DO' through Christ. But, always, always remember to be an example for your children. The seed is planted, hopefully, from a very young age.

We need to continue to water and feed that seed over and over again. Remember how the Israelites wandered. Remember how they were joyous, successful, and triumphant when they showed obedience? Remember how discouraged and defeated they became when they were disobedient? Their lives were like a wavy ribbon. Can we identify with this? Definitely!

We give HOPE to our children by being obedient ourselves. We need to give our children responsibility, encouragement, Love, and respect. We will see the hope when the seed begins to grow! And, now, what a JOY when you can watch your children planting the seeds of JOY themselves!!

Job Opening at C.C.S.
A school secretary is needed for the Coeur d'Alene Christian School. If interested please contact Dan Dupey at 664-7008 or Betty Rude at 772-5532.

TO SERVE August 14^th, 2005

Contact Warren Brown ASAP if you are unable to serve.

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