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June 13 - 6:30 a.m.
Prayer Breakfast at JB’s

June 13 - 10:30 a.m.
Sew In Love Bible Study

June 16 - 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Senior Saints Potluck

June 18 - Pulpit Minister Guest Speaker

June 18-24 - Music Camp

June 21 - Noon
Ladies Brown Bag Luncheon

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 25:
Defeating the Giant of Fear of Aging

Life can become richer with age. “I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread” Psa. 37:25. A careful reading of the Psalms of David will show that his life became richer with age. To the faithful Christian life grows sweeter as the years go by, if the attitude and values are Christian. As the burdens and problems increase, there comes a corresponding increase in faith and hope and trust which enables us to think and to talk about our light afflictions which are but for a moment. See 2 Cor. 4:16-18. God keeps his trusting ones in perfect peace. See Isa. 26:3.

In writing his great poem, Rabbi Ben Ezra, Robert Browning began with these words, “Grow old along with me! The best is yet to be, The last of life, for which the first was made; Our times are in his hand Who saith, “A whole I planned, Youth shows but half; trust God: see all, nor be afraid!” The sentiment expressed in these words is a fine example of an appreciation of the providence of God; and any one who makes that the philosophy of his life will understand that “the best is yet to be.”

The Faithful Christian can CLAIM THESE FOLLOWING SCRIPTURES:
1) “The length of our days is seventy years or eighty, if we have the strength;… for they quickly pass, and we fly way.” Psa. 90:10 N.I.V.
2) “You do not know what will happen tomorrow. WHAT IS YOUR LIFE? You are a mist (vapor) that appears for a little while and then vanishes “. James 4:14
3) Job teaches us, “My days are swifter than a weaver’s shuttle and they come to an end.” Job 7
4) Samuel teaches us, our life is “like water spilled on the ground which cannot be recovered.” 2 Sam. 14:14
5) David “teaches us, to number our days aright, that we may gain a heart of wisdom” Psa. 90:12
6) “To resist the frigidity of old age one must combine the body, the mind and the heart - And to keep these in parallel vigor one must exercise, study, and love.” Bonstettin
7) “When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced, live your life in such a way that when you die, the world will cry and you will rejoice!

Shepherd's Corner

There's a song that we have sung entitled, "The Family of God". In this song we sing: “I'm so glad I'm a part of the family of God; I've been washed in the fountain, Cleansed by his blood! Joint heirs with Jesus as we travel this sod, For I'm part of the family, the family of God. You will notice we say brother and sister 'round here, It's because we're a family and these folks are so near. When one has a heartache we all share the tears, And rejoice in each vict'ry in this family so dear.”

In I John 1:7 we read that "the blood of Jesus cleanses us", and that "we are to have fellowship with one another". Why? Because we are a family. In Galatians 3:26 - 4:7 we learn that we are adopted as God's sons through baptism. Romans 8:14-17 tells us that as his son's we are heirs, joint are fellow heirs with Jesus Christ, so that we may share in his suffering and his glory.

We are a family. God's family. As his family we are also members of Jesus' body. "And if one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; if one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it." (I Corinthians 12:26).

In the past few weeks we have witnessed that several of our high school seniors have been honored with their graduation, and we have rejoiced with them. Let's encourage them as they begin this new step in their lives. Isn't it great to be of the family?

-The elders

WEEKLY BULLETIN

Ladies Fall Fellowship
Meeting
On Monday, June 12th, there will be a meeting regarding the October 7th Ladies Fall Fellowship. Please plan on attending the meeting as we need to work on getting committees organized. We will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the kitchen at the church building. All ladies and teen girls are welcome!

A Senior Saints’ Potluck will be held in Spirit Lake at the Fredrikson’s on Friday, June 16th, from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Come share in this fun time of fellowship, food and don’t forget to bring your favorite game to play! A sign-up sheet for food and rides can be found on the kiosk.

College Group Please Note
The college-age picnic previously scheduled for June 18th has been cancelled in deference to Father’s Day and the visiting speaker. It will be rescheduled for a future date. Make plans to come to the Bowling Night on Friday, June 30th. Details will be announced.

Baby Bottle Boomerang
Thank you to all who took a baby bottle home for the Baby Bottle Boomerang to help support Opens Arms Pregnancy Center. Please be sure to bring your filled baby bottle back next Sunday on June 18th. Your participation is appreciated! For questions or for more information see Kim Borsheim or Nancy Callis.

Thank You!
I want to thank everyone for their support with VBS. I could not do it without you! Also, Patty Welter is equally putting on VBS be heading up the Preschool part of VBS. Thank you Patty!  -Sharon Nirk

New Address
Robert & Irene Clark
3182 N. Blueberry Circle
Hayden, ID 83835

Teen Scene

Spiritual growth is about focus. Hebrews 12 says we are to look to Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith. That focus is essential. People who look to circum-stances for direction or inspiration find nothing to sustain them. But those who look to Jesus remain productive and growing. In my younger years as an athlete I remember coaches hollering "Keep your eye on the ball Rouse". It really doesn't matter if it's baseball, football, tennis, basketball, or golf. It's always the same, watch the ball. You can't hit the ball if you can't see it. You can't catch the ball if you don't keep your eye on it. You can't be a great athlete — no matter what sport you choose --without a great amount of focus. In the same way, keeping your eyes focused and fixed on Jesus Christ as the goal of your life will always make you a winner. And please remember--even suffering may be a part of that process. Waiting may also be a part of the process. You guys have been waiting a long time for a real youth minister. Just remember that this position will be filled when God is good and ready. Sometimes he seems to work too slow for us. Keep focused and wait on Him. You will not be disappointed!  -Scott Rouse

CAMP PRINCES' PINE
There are kids in the church here who want to go to camp, but do not have the funds to make it happen. If you would like to help out with any amount, it would be appreciated. The registration fee for a week at camp is $75. Please see Kim in the office ASAP.

THE DA VINCI CODE: TRUTH OR FICTION?
A Multimedia Presentation (Question/answer period to follow)
Friday, June 16th, 7:00 p.m. Where: The Sandpoint Church of Christ, 1331 Cedar, Sandpoint. For more information, contact Randy Hohf, 208-263-6939.

Valley Church of Christ Guest Speaker
You’re invited to hear Ron Carlson, at the Valley Church of Christ on June 23 - 25. The topic will be: GRACE: Getting What We Don’t Deserve. More information can be found on the kiosk.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Kathy Fuller, Karmen Rouse’s friend, has stage four cancer and has had most of a brain tumor removed. She will soon be starting treatment.
Don Rude is recovering from cataract surgery. Keep his healing in your prayers.
Deb Dupey, Ron and Marjorie Dupey’s daughter- in-law, is recovering from back surgery.
Ken Huseby is struggling with not being able to sleep and other health issues.
Pray for Martin White’s job search.
Lois Riggs had blood clots and is having further tests.
Glenda Bonaiuto, Jo Allen’s sister, has begun treatments for cancer.
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.
Robert and Louise Brown asks, us to pray for Ki Hanson, who is two years old and has a lump growing in his neck.
Shaylene, a friend of Holly Welch’s from the Kennewick church, is in the hospital with mono and her liver is swollen.

Continue to pray for……
Teri Dupey, Dana Barbarick, Mike Irmer, Pat Irmer, Ken Arnold, Bea Phippen, Robbie Jean McDaniel, Jim Almond, Diane Westerfeld, Marylou Moore, Pat Parnell, Nathan McGee, Cecil Williams

In Sympathy
Our thoughts and prayers are with Clara Ward in the loss of her brother, Alva Davis, last Saturday in Oklahoma. Remember to keep Clara and her family in your prayers during this time of loss.

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"It Lives" by Dan Dupey

As we make the turn from the long and winding road, we realize, as we catch our breath that the school year has vanished. Yes, vanished, gone!

We enter another stage. It seems summer is lurking near. Even so, there is much to be done. The early morning gatherings each day with cheerful voices and often sleepy eyes will be placed on hold if only temporarily. Bringing God's word to the students daily will be missed. Singing praises each morning as a group of worshippers has pleased God. He loves to hear our voices. Prayers are special. A prayer form the heart opens the heart of others. We know that a prayer from a concerned and focused child brings happiness to God.

Some have asked, "What is happening with CCS? Will there be a school next year?" The school is alive and the vision is broad. We are thankful that God has blessed us with four, yes four (4) new school board members! This, of course, shows us the love that the Church truly does have for this special mission.

Remember, we are always looking for volunteers to teach, to listen, to tutor in a myriad of areas. Please contact us if you are interested. We do plan to have a booth for the VBS program and also a booth at the Fair this year. If you would like to help out in either of these areas, let us know also.

"Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say Rejoice" Phil 4:4 is a special scripture for us. This reminds us of the many blessings we have received by simply touching the life of a child for God! Keep CCS in your prayers as we look to the future!

BIBLE BUILDERS MEMORY VERSES
Children's Sunday A.M. Bible Classes
For the month of June — Matthew 4:19
4 years - 6th Grade: “Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men.”
Quarter Memory Work — The Lord’s Prayer

VBS Helpers Needed
All members interested in helping with teaching, snacks, decorating, preparation, etc. with Vacation Bible School, July 10th - 14th, please contact Sharon Nirk at 676-0905 ASAP.

Congratulations to Kristine Robinson, who has been chosen as one of the 2006 Yerex Fellowship recipients at OSU. To read the newsletter a learn more about Kristine’s achievements log on to:
http://oregonstate.edu/dept/grad_school/gradNewsletter/kristine_robinson.html

Attention Ladies
Mark your calendars now for a special brown bag luncheon on Wednesday, June 21st at 12 noon at the home of Jean Grow, 5763 Pleasant Way (off Dalton between 95 and Ramsey, 664-3522). Please plan on attending and spending this time in fellowship with your sisters. Alyssa Frahm will present a short devotional. Bring your favorite brown bag lunch - drinks will be provided. See you there.

Fourth of July Potluck
All are invited on Tuesday, July 4th for a potluck and barbecue at Don and Betty Rude's cabin at St. Maries on the river (weather permitting). Come down and enjoy visiting, swimming, games and boating. Maps and a sign-up sheet can be found at the kiosk. Hamburgers, hot dogs, plates and silverware will be provided.

Bulletin Boards
“Take pride in His place”
Bulletin boards are informative and make our foyer attractive and interesting. Please take time to decorate and complete your board by Saturday, June 17th. Ask someone to help you. Thank you, Sandy Simpson for being the first to decorate your board for the “Teens”.

Call Teri Dupey at 664-7008 or e-mail: terimarie333@ verizon.net

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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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