VBS July 2011 "Big Apple Adventure"

We had a wonderful group of kids this year.  Our theme was "Big Apple Adventure" and the sanctuary was transformed to look like New York City.  We learned about what the Bible says about Faith, Love, Trust, Others and Life.  A fun and exciting time was had by all as we sang, danced, crafted, listened and ran around like kids do.  On our largest days, we had 8 in the younger group and 8 in the older group - praise God for such a great turn out!

Our fearless leaders were:
Millicent Gillogly - 1st grade and up (along with materials and scheduling)
Gina Gilliland - age 4 to 6

Other volunteers:
Faye Craig - Doug Fourtner - Hannah Fourtner - Alice Hansen - Christine Kingman - Emily Kingman - Joye Kohl - Ruth Sumner

Thank you for everyone that volunteered, drove kids and brought snacks!  

What a wonderful way for kids to learn about their Savior.

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I apologize that these pictures weren't up sooner.  I was trying to figure out how to get some more group photos.  I (Hannah) was teaching the younger set and so almost all of these shots were with the youngsters.  Please send any pictures you may have to the church e-mail and I'll be sure to post them! info@mtrepublicchapel.org.  Thank you.

Church Bazaar 2011!

The Church Bazaar was a hit again this year thanks to a LOT of hard work!

Our brave Bazaar organizers, Barbara Orr and Pat Froelich.
Thank you, ladies!!!

Marsha White with some of the jean aprons she helped to make.

Lots of baked goodies for sale!

Brandt approves of the cookies.

Elaine Consolo and Gina Gilliland help sort through everything.

Christine and daughter, Maggie Kingman, fold linens.

One person's junk is another one's treasure!

Clothing

Books

The outdoor equipment tent

Charissa and granddaughter of Donna Rowland, McKenzie, have a race!

The many donated raffle items.

Gerry Zimmerman and Gaye Klooster sell raffle tickets.

Alice Hansen draws her own husband's name
after Don Froelich shakes 'em up!

We promise it wasn't rigged. Marsha White did the same thing!

Dave Gillogly, Bob Stage, Rick White and Chuck Sumner relax after clean up.

Paul Kloster and Don Froelich visit after a busy weekend.

Thank you to EVERYONE who volunteered, donated and supported this year's Bazaar.

I'm sorry I couldn't post pictures of all of you.

Transitions and News

This past month and a half has been a whirlwind! We (the Fourtners) arrived on June 17th and, after a two week transition period, Hailey preached her last sermon on July 3rd. We have settled nicely into the beautiful log parsonage and are very thankful to be here. Everyone has been so welcoming and helpful! We have also enjoyed the surrounding area and were able to go sledding in July up on Beartooth Pass. We had a little bit of fun with the drifts on the side of the road.


In recent news: the chapel has a lawn! In June, the ground was leveled and turf was laid on the eastern side of the chapel building so we now have a nice, green spot to drink coffee and fellowship.


A moose has brought her calf regularly into the meadow behind the chapel. It has been fun to watch this little guy grow up.


We are so excited to see what other wonders God has in store for us here in Cooke City!

In His Grace,

The Fourtners