With Joy-Filled Hearts

It was with great joy to be a part of the celebration on Saturday morning at the Rinden home as we shared the excitement of the upcoming arrival of a new baby who will be born sometime in October to Brian and Kristine Menke. Above is a picture of Kristine and her niece, Isabelle Helseth. We are so very happy for you and with you, Kristine. It is with hearts of praise and thanksgiving we join with you.

Upcoming Events


Community Opportunity
Pine City Community Blood Drive, sponsored by the VFW will be held Wednesday, August 12, 1-7 pm at the Lighthouse. For an appointment call Helen Foster at 629.2068.

Men’s Retreat
It's not too late to join us this weekend, August 14-16 at Rock Ridge Camp (a part of Shamineau Ministries) for fishing, food and fellowship.We will be joining Milaca Free Church for a great weekend together! Cost: $50 for adults, $35 for 12 yrs old and under. This includes 2 nights lodging, five meals and speaker. Rock Ridge Camp is in Ely on the cool clear waters of Little Long Lake in the heart of Superior National Forest and at the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Contact Pastor Darren or Butch Gurney if interested in going.

In Memory of Tim
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church is hosting a concert on Saturday, August 15 at 6:30 pm in memory of Tim Caza. This will be a night to remember and celebrate Tim’s life. Music and stories shared by Tim’s friends, family and area churches. Ice cream will be served afterwards.

For Students and the Whole Family
Rock the River Tour this Sunday, August 16 sponsored by the Billy Graham Association will arrive in Minneapolis. Rock the River Tour is a high energy music tour traveling up the Mississippi this summer and features: Super Chick, Flyleaf, Kirk Franklin, Canton Jones, LaCrae, Decemberadio, and Franklin Graham. The tour started in Baton Rouge, July 18 then moved to, St. Louis, August 2. Next the Quad Cities, August 8 and ending up this weekend in Minneapolis/St. Paul August 16 at Harriet Island, 2:30-9:30 pm. Cost is $10 (children 10 and under are free). Bring your sunglasses and your lawn chair. Gates open at 1:00 pm. Note: Immediate family of 3 or more, pay $30 max.

Women’s Retreat
“My Heart, Christ’s Home” is theme to this year’s women’s retreat at Grindstone Lake Bible Camp the weekend of September 11-12 (check in time between 4-6 pm on Friday evening). Karla Hogan is guest speaker who speaks with humor and sincerity as she identifies with life and its struggles whole living with a condition causing partial facial paralysis. She will guide us as we each imagine Jesus coming into the home of our heart, moving room by room even exploring the closets of our lives. Don’t miss this chance for an “Extreme Makeover: Heart Edition”! Brochures available at the Welcome Desk or church office.

Youth Retreat at GLBC
We’re heading on out and up to Grindstone Lake Bible Camp for this year’s Student Retreat, September 18-20. This year’s theme is Under Construction: God at Work! You will be hearing Jared Carlson, who is a much sought after speaker. Jared is the senior high pastor at Salem Baptist Church in New Brighton. Jared also works with Christian Ministries International as a conference and youth speaker. He has a dynamic passionate style of communicating, that captivates his audience. His love for Christ and heart for evangelism is clearly reflected in his messages and talks. If interested, contact to Ellie White.

With Appreciation to Everyone

A huge thank you to all of our Frontline students, their families and many others who helped clean the fairgrounds each morning of the Pine County Fair. It's a very big job but is so very much appreciated by the Fair Board. Thank you everyone!

Another thank you to everyone who prepared food, served and cleaned up for Art in the Park on Friday evening. We had a great turn out in spite of the cloudy weather. A good time was had by all and the numbers of people we served were very good.

Happy Birthday to Ina and Harriet!

A cute picture of three lovely ladies celebrating some birthdays. Ina France and Harriet Moulton both celebrated their birthdays in July. Marlene Sprunk hosted a birthday party in honor of both ladies. Above is Ina, Donna Jacot, and Harriet. Just to clue you in.... Harriet is now 95 years old!

Girls' Campout Weekend
In July, some of our Frontline girls headed out on a weekend filled with adventure, relationship building and a lot of craziness! During devotions each evening, Sarah encouraged the girls to remember that Christ alone should be our focus- he's to be the center of thoughts and intentions. Hiking, canoeing, kayaking and campfires were just part of this special weekend. Below are a few pictures of the challenge of pitching a tent.

Meteorite Mash, Galaxy Golf, Moon Rock Race
all at Vacation Bible School


During last week's VBS at Pine City EFC, at Operation Space, the kids gathered up their gear, climbed into their suits and crisscrossed the cosmos where they encountered: Galactic Games, Stellar Snacks, Cosmic Crafts and Space Probes. The cadet challenge was to learn, love, and live the Bible.

At the launch site each evening the closing drama was a continuing story about a group of cadets, who are in basic training at the Space Academy and their mission is: "to declare the glory of God through space exploration." During this training period, their goal is to learn the fundamentals of space travel and to honor God's Word. Two of the cadets, however, have to learn this the hard way as they fail to follow the directions. As a result of their failure, the captain and crew find themselves lost in space.

Then, as an answer to prayer, the captain and crew discover a mysterious and unnamed space station within close range of their location. As they enter the space station in search of fuel cells, they encounter a villain determined to destroy every Bible on earth so he can rule the world. His plan fails, of course, as God always protects His Word!

Below are a few pictures of our cadets:

Guys Hangout Day
PAINTBALL!!!


Plan on a day of great fun and adventure on Saturday, July 25, 9:00 am-5:00 pm at Combat Zone. Here’s what they say: “Feel the RUSH as you play all day on eight different gamefields, each with its own challenge- from eliminating opponents to capture the flag! The fields are equipped with Log Forts, Foxholes, Bunkers, Trucks and Mobile Homes to enhance your experience (There's even the infamous Alamo). Our unique facility was created in 1994 to fill the needs of people who wanted a new way to remember special occasions, or just have fun with family or a group of friends… all have made lasting memories at The Combat Zone and keep coming back for more!”

Here’s the details:
Leaving the church at 9:00 am.
Cost is $27 without a gun $15 if you have your own gun.
Extra balls cost $5-$15.
Bring your own lunch, snacks and pop.
Any questions call Chuck.
Cell: 651.238.8061/Home 629.3818

Operation Space
Flight Data

10, 9, 8, 7 . . .
We’re counting down to fun at Operation Space: A Close Encounter with God’s Word for our Vacation Bible School on July 20-23, 6:00-8:30pm. In this galactic VBS adventure like no other, kids learn how God reveals Himself through His world and His Word. Each evening at Vacation Bible School, we’ll learn more about our great Creator as we crisscross the cosmos, answering questions about space:

How did the universe begin?
Why are people searching for life in outer space?
Did meteorites kill the dinosaurs?
Is earth specially designed?
What’s the difference between astrology and astronomy?

With each day's activities, we’ll also meet our Creator on the pages of the Bible as we have a close encounter with His Word:
How is the Bible unique?
Did the Bible just drop out of heaven?
What does “authority of Scripture” mean?
How can we avoid being “lost in space”?
How has the Bible impacted earth?

This space venture begins the minute kids walk through the doors, when they are transformed into cadets receiving Flight Training at the Space Academy.

See you all right here at Pine City EFC!

Writing Class Offered

If you are interested in writing but just don’t know where to begin, or how to organize your thoughts, we are offering a writing class this Wednesday night, June 24, 6:30 pm in the library at church. If you are a writer and have always wanted to perfect your skill of writing then this class is for you too! Angela Foster, Helen Foster’s daughter-in-law, is coming to give us some tips on creative writing.

The Groom's Parents

At this time next week we will be rehearsing for the "Big Day". Our fourth son gets married and we are thrilled. We love our future daughter-in-law. Lisa fits right in.

It's different being the mother and father of the groom. Just one year ago we were mother and father of the bride. We were sweating it out a bit more last year. Really, our only responsibility this year was to invite everyone who has a part in the wedding to the rehearsal and Groom's Dinner. We sent out a little invitation that went something like this:

David popped the question and Lisa said "Yes",

All the planning is over from the garden to the dress.

Only one thing remains for this day to be great,

"Practice makes Perfect"

Thursday, June 25 is the date.

We'll practice the ceremony,

and iron out the kinks.

Then it's off to the Hampton Inn,

for some dinner and drinks (soda).

Please join the bride and groom
at 4:30 pm, Rose Garden, Loose Park
then it's off to the dinner at 6:00 pm sharp!
Semi-formal attire is all that is needed
with laughter and love you will be greeted.

Yes, they will all be married off. Are we done being parents? The answer is "no". We have never seemed wiser than what we are to our married kids right now. After all these years they actually ask us our opinion, and then they stick around to wait for the answer. Amazing!

So if you think about it, please bring us before the Lord in prayer as our family and friends make the big trip to Kansas City next week. Thank you. Above is a picture of Dave and Lisa.