DAMASCUS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ENROLLMENT Still looking at school options for next year? We would encourage you to consider our own Damascus Christian School, fully accredited K-12, with an emphasis on assisting parents in the Biblical lifestyle training of their children. Priority enrollment is given to DCC families. We have openings in most classes. If you know of parents looking for a great kindergarten, have them talk with us. Contact the school office at 503.658.4100 or talk with Tim Oakley or Pam Mattecheck.

SCRAP BOOKING IN THE LIBRARY this Tuesday, August 24, 1:00-9:00 PM. Join us! Bring your own supplies and project to work on. Come for all or part of the time. Bring a friend or your daughter.

LADIES RETREAT Women ages 17 and up including nursing moms…come escape to Cannon Beach for a weekend of relaxation, fun and encouragement as we Discover the Treasure of God’s Love together. Included are comfortable accommodations, special speaker–our own Elaine Milsark, music, entertaining activities as well as plenty of free time to explore the sights and shops of Cannon Beach. Bring a friend or come make some new ones!
 • September 24-26. Cost is $145
 • Retreat Coordinator: Kristie Herdener or email
 

POWERFUL TOOLS FOR CAREGIVERS is an educational ministry designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend. This series of classes was developed by Legacy Caregiver Services and has been shown to reduce caregiver guilt, anger, and depression and at the same time improve caregiver self-care and communication skills. The Caring Commission will be offering this series of six classes beginning Thursday, September 23, from 3:30–6:00 PM. Brochures are available in the foyer with more information. You may also review the information online. Pre-register in the church office by September 16.

CELEBRATING FELLOWSHIP TOGETHER Because of special events and activities this summer, our schedule for worship has been adjusted from our regular plan of serving Communion on the fourth Sunday of the month. We will remember the Lord through participating in Communion in our worship services on July 4, August 1, and August 29.

BAPTISM... When Jesus commissioned His disciples to carry on the work He began, He called them to make more disciples who would follow Him. They were to be identified in a particular way - through baptism. The practice of baptism has been a rite by which followers publicly declare their decision to follow Jesus, and unite with others in the community of believers, since the first preaching of the gospel. If you would like to learn more about baptism, or are interested in being baptized, please contact Pastor Steve (Steve Hardy ~ at ~ damascuscc ~ dot ~ org).