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May 7, 2010
| Vol. 2, Iss. 15
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Tuesday Night Bible Study Continues!
Join us on Tuesday nights for Bible study lessons, which include a short video containing a modern dramatization of a parable in Scripture, followed by a time of discussion and application.
The evening begins with a meal at 6:00
and the
lesson starts at 6:45. Childcare is provided. Come join us as we
discover
Jesus' teachings together! For more information call pastor Keith at
253-653-1915.
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Sunday Is Mother's Day!
Sunday is
Mother's Day, and we are celebrating by having a
special brunch to honor all our moms. Brunch will begin at 10:00 and
include
great food and a relaxed time of fellowship. Our normal family hour
lesson will
return next Sunday. Also this Sunday we are going to have special treat,
as Pastor
Clio shares about the work his team did in the Philippines, including
some
photos of Tom and Nelda Lobb's new home! Please come early and join us
for brunch
and worship - your mom would approve!
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Words and the Word
Pastor Clio Thomas serves
as "Area Director" for the Asia/Pacific mission field of the Advent
Christian Denomination. One of his duties is to encourage mission
workers in a variety of settings throughout Asia. The following is a
weekly installment of his letter, sent literally around the world to
those in his charge.
Dear
Ones in Christ,
I
find it more than interesting that in the beginning of all things God
spoke and
the universes came into being. The same God Who spoke at creation, we
are
told in Colossians, was none other than Jesus. Paul says, "By him
all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and
invisible,
whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were
created by
him and for him." (Col. 1:16) The Gospel of John tells us, "In
the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was
God. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made
that
has been made." (John 1:1,3,4)
The
astounding thing is that this same Word became flesh. The Word that
spoke, and was spoken in the beginning, became flesh and came to live in
our
world. (John 1:14) The Word (Jesus) came here to live and die to redeem
us. Beyond that He was resurrected from the dead to give us life and
hope, and is coming again to reclaim all of creation. Let all of this
run
through your head for a while and I trust you will shout for joy.
Everyday we are almost overcome with words, words, and more words. But,
there is only one Word......Jesus!
God
bless you!!
In
His great love,
Pastor
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Housing Needed
Frosty Worcester is in need of permanent housing, preferably in
our area. A room or small apartment would be ideal. She can afford $350 a
month, including utilities. If you can help please call her at 253-347-2999.
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Children's Church
Did you know
that this past Sunday we had 22 kids in Children's
Church? Please pray for our dedicated and creative (and a little crazy!)
children's church workers, who do such a great job that the kids keep
coming
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| The Game Is On! Mark your calendars for June 27, when representatives of the
"southern
district" of WWBC (a.k.a. members of West Valley Community Church and a
few others from Seattle) travel to Bellingham to play softball against
members
of the "northern district." We will leave from West Valley directly
following the morning worship service. All men are encouraged to join us
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especially those who can hit or even catch a softball. Please contact
Pastor Brandon
for more information.
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Rhubarb Crisp Recipe
Several people asked for the recipe for the
rhubarb crisp at the last potluck. Here it is.
Fill an 8 by 8 baking dish with fresh, washed, diced rhubarb. Mix 3/4 cup sugar
with 2 heaping tbsp. flour. Mix well and distribute evenly over the rhubarb.
Top with 1/2 cup butter, 1 cup flour, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 2/3 cup white sugar,
1/4 tsp. salt. Mix until crumbly and cover first mixture. Bake 1 hour at 350
degrees.
This will work for apple crisp but with less sugar on bottom layer.
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Work Day May 8
Plan
to participate in the work day that will emphasize working around the church
grounds. We'll start at 9 am and finish up around 2 pm. Lunch will
be served. Please bring your garden tools. Don't have any? We'll provide. Questions, talk to Ron Pleasants.
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Men's Breakfast
Men's breakfast group continues the study of
Galatians at their regular breakfast time (7:00 am) on Friday, May 21 & Friday, June 4.
Come join us!
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Conference Women's Spring Retreat
Attention all women: Now is the time to register
for the women's retreat to be held on May 14-15 (Fri. evening and Sat.) at the
Coachman Inn on Whidbey Island. Registrations should be sent to Marlene
Forester at 347 Viewcrest, Bellingham, WA 98226. Brochures with more details
will be available at church on Sunday. If you need transportation, please talk
to Jody Fenlason. We hope you'll be able to join us for a fun and inspirational
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Youth Update
Youth
for HireIf
you have any spring jobs you would like our talented youth to take care of for
you please let me know. Our students are trying to raise money for camp
scholarships. If we all pitch in, we
can get these students out of town for a week!
Youth Snack ScheduleMay 9: Pat Hogan May 16: Pat McNeill |
Prayer Requests
- Prayer request from Richard and Pami Hanson: Edward Maloney - He had
open heart
surgery on Thurs., 4/29/10. Also going through cancer treatments.
Praying for his healing and recovery.
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Mark Your Calendars- May 8, Work Day
- May 21, Men's Breakfast, 7 AM, Church
- May 14-15, Women's Retreat on Whidbey Island
- June 27, Softball in Bellingham
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Classifieds
Listing items in the Classifieds
If you'd like to add items to a West Valley Classifieds list, please e-mail Tracey Coon in the church office (office@westvalleychurch.org) for items in the following categories. Please also include your contact information and a detailed description.
These items will be listed on a weekly
basis in our e-news. If you have recurring items, please keep the
church office informed on a weekly basis by the end of day Thursday.
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