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.

DAMASCUS CRUISE-IN Saturday, September 18, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Volunteers are needed to help plan for this fun day for the whole family. Committee meetings are held each Monday evening (until the event) in the Library at 7:00 PM. Contact George Nordling or Jack Hattan

COMING SOON Critical Issues Retreat, September 10-12 (Fri-Sat). Topic: “The Lost Books of the Bible; and Why They Are Not in Our NT Canon”. Cost per person: $165, includes 5 great meals and beautiful 2-nights lodging at Twin Rocks in Rockaway. Contact Linda Hing or Jeanine Nordling.

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDIES are kicking off the week of September 13 with a variety of subjects, days, and times. Watch for more information.

WALK THRU THE BIBLE coming to DCC Saturday, October 23, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, with Tim Blycker; $10 per person; pre-registration begins October 3.

BACKPACK DRIVE The Journey Church in Damascus is collecting filled backpacks on Sunday, September 12. For specific information, check our bulletin board or pick up a flyer in the church office.

SEPTEMBER IS WYCLIFFE’S GREEN CELL PHONE RECYCLING MONTH. Bring your old cell phones, with their chargers to church. Proceeds go to our Wycliffe missionaries Jim and Dorothea Lander.

Church Office Closed Monday, September 6, for Labor Day

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.

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).