DG Church of Christ - Bulletin

Family News Headlines...

Tweeners Retreat - January 26-28
More information found on the back of today’s sermon outline. Sign-up at the kiosk today!

Colbert Days Youth Rally - January 19-21
Teens please join us for a weekend of prayer. We will learn what prayer is, why it’s so important, the different types of prayer, and how to pray. And don’t forget to bring your digital camera for our photo scavenger hunt! Cost of registration is $25.

Gospel Meeting in Pullman - January 13 and 14
The topic is “Evangelism”, and there is a big pot-luck dinner on Sunday. It is a great way to encourage other Christians in the area. Call 509-332-3629 or 509-332-3354 for more info.

Please Note Leadership Change: Andrew Marchese has chosen to step down as a deacon in the Missions Ministry and Keith Fredrikson has accepted the elders' invitation to work with Ivan Archer in this important area of ministry at Dalton Gardens.

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Let Us Pray For...

Continue praying for Nancy Dokken while she is having chemo treatment... Edith Frahm, Tim Frahm’s mother, has been diagnosed with breast cancer... Dolores Hawkins, Mike Haas’ mother, is having tests to see why her equilibrium is off... Wayne Pearson, Teen’s son, is struggling with health issues... Dewayne Wareham, Kimberly Howard’s father, has been diagnosed with leukemia... George Schwebach, LeeAnn Freshour’s father, is still going through radiation treatments... Roger Cardwell asked for prayers for his daughter, Viveca Duff, who is going through a very difficult time, both physically and mentally... Aleta Anderson’s uncle has cancer... Pray for Doran Linder and Brent Howell as they serve in Iraq.

In Sympathy...
Our thoughts and prayers are with the those that have recently lost loved ones. Pray for Bill Roush in the passing of his mother, Sue Roush. Remember Jennifer Rude in the loss of her grandfather, Roy Finney. Pray for Pat Irmer and Dody McBee in the loss of their aunt this past Thursday.

Shepherd's Corner...

The Vision! By Dan DuPey

A new year has arrived. A time has come when we look back. We assess. We compare. We renegotiate. We address what was not accomplished in our plans. For a variety of reasons we may find ourselves eliminating goals that had been set, plans for our future and adjustments for our health. It is always easier to do nothing.

Recently, many of us listened as a myriad of comments were made regarding the life of a president. We come to find out that even those who were upset and disgruntled with president Ford for many of his decisions during his presidency found many kind words to say about his character. Many used words like integrity, honesty, truthful, and understanding. There were those that said president Ford had a VISION for our country that promoted specific decisions to help heal a nation that was hurting. I think we can all say that the Ford funeral was extremely well done for the "vision" of America. Where is our focus and our vision as Christians?

We, as Christians NEED to keep our focus and our vision on what Christ has set before us. As we begin this new 2007, let us remember to add to our agenda and activities the great "VISION" Christ set up for us! Make 2007 a year of many hugs! Make 2007 a year of many encouraging words! Make 2007 a year of bringing joy to others! Make 2007 a year of sharing the "Good News"! Make 2007 a year of implementing our VISION! Remember Jesus has said, "....... I am with you always, even to the end of the age!" Mt. 28:20

Teen Scene...

Teens, the holidays are over and I hope that you all had an exciting time with your families and friends. I just want to say that Karmen and I were totally surprised by the card and gift that you guys presented to us. Thank you all so much! We have always considered it a privilege to work with the youth group, and we both cherish all of the relationships that God has allowed us to develop with you.

We are coming to a very busy part of our year, and everyone's involvement is crucial. It's time to start gearing up for Miqvah and the winter retreat, and camps are not really that far in the future. As we start preparing for these events, I ask all of you teens and the congregation as a whole to pray daily about these things. Alone we can do nothing, but with God involved we can do anything! -Scott

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