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July 21, 2015 
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Downtown Day Camp
By Lou Pennebaker
 

Last week was the 1st ever Downtown Church Day Camp at 1stPres. It was an amazing week. There were 35 children and a total of 25 volunteers throughout the week. The theme was Fun in the Son and that is exactly what the week was, and thankfully the weather cooperated so that it was also a week of Fun in the Sun.

 

On Monday the children made new friends, learned new songs, learned about Jesus feeding the 5,000. The children decorated backpacks, played games, had Peanut Butter and Jelly Fish snacks. We spent the afternoon playing water games at Phippany Park and...  Read More
  

Church News

Thank-you Day Camp Volunteers! 
 

The 1st ever Downtown Church Day Camp was a huge success thanks to the efforts of so many wonderful volunteers who gave of themselves and of their time throughout the week of Day Camp. Thank You to the following individuals for serving  as Downtown Church Day Camp volunteers!

 

Steve Balas, Marcy Clutter, Hannah Cobb, Grace Curlee, Ginny DeLong, Chris Fehr, Kate Johnson, Nate & Suzy Jolley, Ron & Carolyn Keefer, Djuna Luckey, Tauyna Luckey, Nancy Mueller, Emma Park, Molly Rolloff, John & Donna Schwandt, Gil Walker, Abbie Ward, Bill & Mary Ann Welsh, and the entire church staff who were so very helpful and supportive throughout the week!
 


DYG 2.0 Heads to Silverwood
Friday, July 24
 

The youth group will be going to Silverwood this Friday July 24th. We will meet at the church at 10am. We will return around 8:30pm. The cost of entry and a meal is covered - just remember your hat and sunscreen! Please RSVP by Wednesday, July 22nd to Kierstie: (208) 651-4204.


On the Trail of Wyatt Earp
Saturday, July 25
 
Listen - Listen - Listen ...
Can you hear the footsteps of Wyatt Earp? The field trip will be on Saturday, July 25th. We will meet at Kingston, ID, at 10:00am. Let the office know if you plan to attend, as Murray Spragpole will need a head count for lunch.
Bring camera, sun lotion, and comfortable shoes. A guidebook will be available for a reasonable fee. After lunch at the Spragpole in Murray, you will be on your own to visit Wallace or just explore. Happy Field Trip! ~Art Randall 
 
Invitation to the Fischer Wedding Reception
Saturday, July 25
 
A wedding reception for Adam & Meg Fischer will be held in our gym on Saturday, July 25th from 1pm-3pm. Parents Scott & Susie Fischer invite you to join them in the celebration.
 
The World Beloved - A Bluegrass Mass
Saturday, July 25
 

Dolce Canto, Missoula's premier vocal ensemble, together with award-winning bluegrass artists Monroe Crossing, will be performing "The World Beloved: A Bluegrass Mass" on Saturday, July 25 at 7pm in the church. Suggested donation is $15 for adults and $10 for students.

 

Invitation to a Birthday
Sunday, Aug 2
 
One of our members turned 95 years young on July 18. Roy Wargi is celebrating his birthday and his family would like to let you know they are having an Open House for Roy on Sunday, August 2 from 1pm-5pm. The celebration will take place at Roy's home at 2022 E. Coeur d' Alene Avenue. Congratulations Roy! 
 
ARKade Volunteers Needed
Month of August
 
Many parents and church volunteers stepped up to lead Children's Summer Sundays ARKade classes for the 1st two months of the summer, but we have very few volunteers willing to serve during the month of Aug. All materials and lesson plans are provided for you and there is little to NO preparation required.  If you are willing to serve or want to learn more about Children's Summer Sundays ARKade please contact Lou Pennebaker (call 667-8446 or email Lou@cdadowntownchurch.org). Or look for the Summer Sundays Volunteer Charts in the Hunter Building Lobby this Sunday and sign-up to serve!
Parking Lot Palooza is Coming!
Month of August
 
It's almost Parking Lot Palooza time! Once again we will be participating in Wednesday downtown Farmer's Markets with a stall that includes games and free face painting AND we will be providing a bounce house for kids to use free of charge. This will be all four Wednesdays in August so we are recruiting volunteers to help out. Please contact Steve Balas at the church - 208.667.8446 for more info.
Groups & Gatherings

The Downtown Youth Group 2.0
 
The Downtown Youth Group 2.0 (DYG 2.0) is a safe, fun, and positive environment for Middle & High School students to grow in their faith. This summer, we are meeting on Monday nights, 6:30-8:30pm  for worship and downtown fellowship. 
    

DYG 2.0 SMALL GROUPS

Small groups are a time for youth to have fun, hang out and to talk about life. The Small Groups will also be studying the Book of James, talking about God,

and discovering how much God cares about us in every circumstance; unconditionally.


 

Middle School small group meet Wednesday evenings from 6:30-7:30pm in the Youth Room. Farmer's Market Kettle Corn and Lemonade is provided each week.


High School small group meet Thursday mornings from 9-10am at Bakery by the Lake. Beverages at Bakery by the Lake are provided each week.

Summer Sunday ARKade
 
Summer Sundays ARKade takes place on Sundays  at both 9:00 and 11:00! Each week the children get to Know-A  different Bible character and learn the weekly Know-A  Bible Verse. Children, 3 years old - incoming 6th graders, are invited to join in the fun and games, Bible characters, animal crackers and lemonade of Summer Sundays ARKade at 1st Pres. CdA!
 

Throughout the summer, the elementary children earn animal stickers to add to their own ark each week for attendance; bringing their Bible; if they got to Know-A Bible Character at home during the weekand if they Know-A Bible Verse.

 

Know-A Bible  Character and Bible Verse this week:

Woman at the Well - John 4:1-26

Jesus answered, "Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst." John 4:13-14a
Volunteers Needed in August
Many parents and church volunteers stepped up to lead Children's Summer Sundays ARKade classes for the 1st two months of the summer, but we have very few volunteers willing to serve during the month of Aug. All materials and lesson plans are provided for you and there is little to NO preparation required.  If you are willing to serve or want to learn more about Children's Summer Sundays ARKade please contact Lou Pennebaker (call 667-8446 or email Lou@cdadowntownchurch.org). Or look for the Summer Sundays Volunteer Charts in the Hunter Building Lobby this Sunday and sign-up to serve!

Knitting for Warmth
 
Junior High and High School students are welcome to join the Knitting for Warmth knitters. This delightful group meets on Friday mornings from 10:00 to 11:30 in the Fireside Room.  What a fantastic ministry to the sick, housebound, or those in crisis.  All knitters welcome. Contact Betty Cheeley at (208) 664-2612 if you have questions.

Community Events

Nefarious - A Documentary - TONIGHT!
Today, Tuesday July 21
At the KROC Center
6-8:30pm
FREE
 
Sex-trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery that exists throughout the United States and globally. It is the fastest growing orgaized crime industry in the world. Today, there are roughly 9 million people trapped in forced sexual exploitation globally and it's even here in North Idaho. Join us to view this powerful and transformational documentary, followed by a Q&A with FBI and local experts who will discuss our community's current challenges and efforts being made to eradicate sex trafficking. Join us and be part of raising awareness so we can make a difference. Content is for mature audiences only. This is a LS opportunity.

Muscular Dystrophy Lock-Up
Thursday, July 30
At the Texas Roadhouse
12pm
 

The Muscular Dystrophy Association is holding its annual Coeur d'Alene Executive Lock-Up on Thursday, July 30, 2015 at 12:00 pm. at the Texas Roadhouse.

 

The Lock-Up program centers on recruiting business and community leaders as "jailbirds" to raise "bail" for MDA families in the Coeur d'Alene community.  After the jailbird has been served their "arrest warrant", they look to their friends, family and co-workers for assistance in raising bail prior to their "sentence". 

 

If you have any questions about the Coeur d'Alene Executive Lock-Up call our Spokane office at

509-325-3747.