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May 29 - Memorial Day
Church Office Closed

May 30 - 6:30 a.m.
Prayer Breakfast at JB’s

May 30 - 10:30 a.m.
Sew In Love Bible Study

June 2 - 6:30 p.m.
College Girls Sleepover

June 4 - Senior Recognition

June 5 - CCS Fundraiser at Triple Play

ASSEMBLY TIMES
Sunday:
  Bible Classes 9:00-9:50
  AM Worship 10:15 AM
  LIFE Groups * 5:30 PM
Wed. Classes 6:30 PM

*Other Bible Study Groups meet at various times. Call the office for information.

PRAYER HOTLINE —
Phone: Paul Swaim 964-0126
Email: prayers@dgchurch.org

Dalton Gardens Church of Christ
6439 N. 4th Street
Dalton Gardens, Idaho 83815
(208) 772-0541
Fax # 772-2963
E-mail: office@dgchurch.org
Web Site: www.dgchurch.org

The Dalton Gardens church of Christ is a Christ-focused family committed to WINNING the Lost, MATURING the Saints, and KNITTING the Body together in love.

Slaying Giants in Your Life
By Ralph Crump

Part 23:
Defeating the Giant of Suffering (Part 2)

Last week we talked about 10 reasons that people suffer. Let us look at five other reasons.

11) BRING OUT THE BEST IN LIFE - Pilgrim’s Progress was written in prison, as was Philippians, which is the most positive epistle of the New Testament. The best has often, with brave people, caused the best to come from their lives. Under hardship of much physical suffering, the apostle Paul wrote inspiring books under the influence of the Holy Spirit.
12) TO DRAW PEOPLE CLOSER TO GOD - The apostle Paul found that when he was weak in the flesh he was given grace and strengthened within and the result was he drew closer to God even in times of stress, duress and much physical, mental and spiritual suffering. Rom. 8:35-39 greatly encourages Christians under suffering as “nothing can separate us from the love of God” for each of those who believe, trust and obey Him.
13) TO DEVELOP MORE COMPASSION FOR OTHERS AND TO COMFORT THEM - See II Cor. 1:3-5; Gal. 6:1-2; Rom. 15:1. Helen Keller, due to her blindness, developed great compassion for other blind people and comforted them through her knowledge, skills and manifold talents of compassion.
14) GOD’S WAY OF IMPROVING THE WORLD - Some of the suffering of man that has lead to depression has paved the way for spiritual progress. Illustration: Max Cleland served in Vietnam. He lost two legs and an arm, yet he never gave up. He became the head of the entire Veteran’s Administration (at that time there were over 176 Veterans hospitals and clinics). He brought about Veteran’s centers all over the country to treat post traumatic stress disorders. He not only had this success, but when he left the top head position he became a Senator for the state of Georgia. He would not let anything defeat him.
15) WE DON’T KNOW ALL THE REASONS FOR ALL HUMAN SUFFERING, BUT GOD DOES - God’s grace is sufficient for us in times of stress, anxiety, and during periods of multiple types of suffering. The Scriptures enjoin us to draw near to God. See Heb. 10:22-23

“The brightest crowns that are worn in heaven have been tried, and smelted, and polished, and glorified through the furnace of suffering” E.H. Chapin. The gem cannot be polished without friction nor the child of God cleansed without suffering (adversity).

Claim these Scriptures that build faith for coping with suffering:

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Shepherd's Corner

M E M O R I A L
The dictionary says, "commemorating the memory of a deceased person or event" - Memorial Day is designed to keep in remembrance a person, event, etc., that honors the freedoms we enjoy. Memorial Day has also been called Decoration Day and honors all military personnel, past & present, living or dead. In the U S A we celebrate Memorial Day annually and reflect on our physical blessings.

JESUS instituted a memorial that is available for all mankind no matter where they live. 1 Cor 11: 24-25 “And when he had given thanks, he broke the bread and said, ‘This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.’" In the same way he took the cup, saying, "this cup is the new covenant in my blood, do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me."

Jesus instituted this memorial the night before he was crucified. And through that death, burial & resurrection, mankind has a direct avenue to our Heavenly Father. And ever since the beginning of Christ's Church (Acts 2), Christians have participated in this memorial feast on the first day of the week. Church, what a Spiritual blessing we have every Sunday to gather together and reflect on this precious "Memorial Day Feast" until our Savior returns for His people.

-The Elders

WEEKLY BULLETIN

Good News!
The angels in heaven rejoiced as Samantha Ferris was baptized into Christ last Friday evening. Be sure to welcome Samantha into the family of God. Her address is:
9162 N. Prescott Dr.
Hayden, ID 83835
772-1580

Picnic in the Park
The college-age group will be having a cookout on Monday, May 29 (tomorrow!) at 6:00 p.m. at Bluegrass Park. Friends are welcome! Please bring drinks or a side dish; meat is provided. Food will be followed by Ultimate Frisbee and other outdoor fun. For directions, or if you have other questions, call the Swaims or the Hammars.

Thank You!
Thank you for all your prayers, cards, & concerns. My chemo ordeal is over and I’m feeling better every day. It was God and your love that pulled me through.
-Carole Fredrikson

College Girls’ Sleepover at the Swaim’s house starting at 6:30 p.m. this Friday, June 2nd. Please bring a snack food or drink to share. Pizza will be provided. For more information call Katrina Swaim at 964-0125.

Teen Scene

This is a busy time of the year in the youth group. Seniors graduating, 6th graders coming into the youth group, school ending, camps starting, and the list goes on! I am very excited to announce, (for those who don't already know), that Samantha Ferris was baptized intro Christ Friday evening. Sam, as she is known by all her friends, is a close friend of Chris Dehlbom. She became a part of the group at winter retreat and we have all come to love her in the short amount of time that she has been here. We have been studying for several weeks and she made the decision to become a Christian. Please get to know Sam and welcome her into the family.

I am also very excited to announce to you all that next weekend we will have a couple here to look at for the youth minister position. Justin and Amy Bruner will arrive on Friday, June 9th. They will be here all weekend. Justin will be planning some activities with the teens for Saturday. On Sunday he will be teaching the teen Bible class and also will bring us a message during the worship hour. Justin is the son of David and Linda Bruner. He and his wife Amy serve as the youth minister team in Friendswood, Texas. They have been there for about three years. Before that they worked in Elk Grove, California. Both of them have excellent credentials and we are looking forward to their visit with eager expectations!

Parents please be aware that you are strongly encouraged to attend the sessions that Justin and Amy bring for your teens. You need to see how they work with your kids and it will enable you to give an eye witness opinion on the prospect of hiring them. Parents also take note, there is a flyer in your box concerning a meeting next Sunday. This is an important meeting and is intended for all parents of teens. Please plan to be there -- we have several items to discuss.  -Scott

Senior Recognition Sunday
Sunday, June 4th
Come join us celebrate our 2006 Graduates!

Teen Kick-Off - July 7th - 9th
Come welcome our newest members of the youth group as the graduating sixth-graders join us. More information coming soon.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Janice, Jack and Dee Pierce’s daughter, is seriously ill with a staph infection in her lungs.
Don & Betty Rude’s great grandson, Jimmy, does not have kidney problems, but is having more tests done to determine the problem.
Jim and Elma Miller, who work with Lifeline of Hope, suffered the loss of their home by fire while they were away. Keep them in your prayers.
Don Rude is recovering from cataract surgery. Keep his healing in your prayers.
Jeff Nirk has pneumonia.
Deb, Ron and Marjorie Dupey’s daughter- in-law, is scheduled for back surgery soon.
Pray for Glenda, Jo Allen’s sister. Her biopsy was cancerous and she is recovering from surgery. She will soon be starting radiation treatments.
Mac, J.J. Larson’s brother-in-law, has bacterial meningitis. Keep him, his wife and nine month old daughter in your prayers.
Ken Huseby is struggling with not being able to sleep and other health issues.
Betty Clemetson has been undergoing tests. Pray that her health continues to improve.
Lois Riggs had blood clots and is having further tests.
Judy Brooks is home nursing a bad leg that has blood clots.
Pray for Kay Johnson, Tim Frahm’s sister. She and her husband are getting divorced, and Kay is dealing with anger issues with Michael, her son.

In Sympathy
Our thoughts and prayers are with Wendy Lansford in the loss of her father, Wilbur Hale. Remember to keep Wendy and her family in your prayers during this time of loss.

Heaven was a little brighter on this last Tuesday as, Brenda Canham, “a very special friend” of Keith and Carole Fredrikson, passed away. Please continue to pray for her husband, Barry, and their five daughters.

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"CCS Jog-A-Thon" by Jennifer Rude
 

The 11th annual CCS Jog-a-Thon was a great success. Our students brought in 353 names and ran 880 laps. That's 220 miles!!! The students who brought in the most names were Thomas Taylor (59), Joshua Rude (31), Adam Rude (31), Scott Brown (28), Destiny Johnson (19) and Micaela Dehlbom (15). The top runners in each class were Ryan Davis (35 laps), Michael Romo (31), Jeremy Frisk (30), Hannah Bulow (26), Zachary Harvest (25), Dorian Kaiser (25), Ronnie Ross (25), Nathan Peck (22), Alexis Webster (22), Erin Romo (22), Keaton Murphree (20), Mason Frahm (18), Zachary Knox (17), Lynnette Wariner (17) and Isabel Bartosh (17). Great job, kids!

Special thanks to all of you who sponsored our students in this event and continue to support our ministry. You are truly a blessing to the CCS staff and the children God has given us to teach.

VBS Helpers Needed
All members interested in helping with teaching, snacks, decorating, preparation, etc. with Vacation Bible School, please contact Sharon Nirk at 676-0905.

Triple Play PTO Fundraiser
Who? Students, Parents, Family, Friends and anyone else who wants to celebrate the end of the year with CCS.
What? An evening of fun at Triple Play that includes three hours of unlimited access to Triple Play’s attractions including: *Outdoor Go Carts and Bumper Boats (weather permitting) *18 Hole Mini Golf Indoor and Outdoor (weather permitting) *Rock Wall* *Bowling *Laser Tag *Raptor Reef*
When? Monday, June 5th from 5p.m. - 8p.m.
Where? Triple Play at Hwy. 95 & Orchard
Why? Because we have all worked so hard all year long! Let’s go have some fun. As an added bonus if we have 100 people attend the PTO will benefit from 40% of sales and if 150 attend the PTO benefits from 50% of sales!
Cost? $12 per person for the 3 hrs. It must be prepaid to the PTO. The PTO will put your name on the list. You will check in at Triple Play that night and receive a wristband that entitles you to 3 hours unlimited access to all attractions.
A sign-up sheet will be available, May 28th and June 4th or call Carrie at the school office at 772-7118.

Tweeners & Youth Group Help Raise Money for New Playground Equipment!
The Triple Play Night is in conjunction with CCS to help raise money for new playground equipment. If they get 150 people we get $900. The CCS PTO plans to use this money to help improve the playground that our church kids also benefit from. Monday, June 5th from 5-8pm at Triple Play. This is 3 hours of any attraction, including Raptor Reef Water Park. The cost is $12.00 a person. Please come out and help support both the church and CCS, bonus two in one!!! Order tickets form CCS.

New Address
Dave & Kathy Shaner
1918 N.E. 21st St.
Renton, WA 98056

Bible Builders Awards
Please help us congratulate our top Bible Builders. For the last three months our children have been working very hard earning points for the Reward Store.

Top 4 yr.— K:
Adam Rude - 96 pts.
Top 1st — 3rd:
Jeremy Frisk — 120 pts.
Top 4th — 6th:
Haily Nirk — 165 pts.

Perfect Attendance - Congratulations Adam Rude!

Attention Secret Sisters Please remember to keep your secret sister in your prayers and to contact her so she knows you are praying for her! If you have not heard from your secret sister yet, please let Katrina Swaim know so we can be sure that nobody's information was misplaced!

Tweeners End of School Year BBQ!
We will be starting at 5:00 p.m. on June 10th at the Frahm's house (3511 Pineridge Dr). Please bring Bar-B-Q type food to share with all! Please let me know if you are bringing meat or buns. If it is really hot out, have the kids bring their swimsuits. We will have our pool set up, but the water will be cold. We will do some singing and maybe a quick devo. Let’s all get together to kick off the summer the right way, with our brothers and sisters, praising God together! If you have questions, ask the Frahms.

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Phone: 208-772-0541
Fax: 208-772-2963
E-mail: office@dgchurch.org

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Closed daily from noon -1:00
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