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| April 16, 2011 | Vol. 3, Iss. 12
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You Are Invited to Experience the
Stations of the Cross
This Sunday is our annual Stations of the Cross service. Come prepared to join us as we reflect on the darkest hours of our Lord Jesus' ministry here on earth. During this service there will be no announcements, offering or informal greeting time as all are encouraged to focus on the great price paid for our salvation. A silent celebration of Communion will conclude the time. Please come prepared for a time of personal reflection and holy worship.
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Tuesday is "Seder Day"
In place of our normal Bible study, this Tuesday evening we are holding a special Seder celebration. The Seder meal was the basis for Passover and is still observed by Jews to this day. Christian Communion has its roots in this special meal, which is rife with spiritual symbolism. Sandy Tonseth and Debbie Knight will host this special, which begins promptly at 6:30. If you do not normally attend the Tuesday Bible study, you are strongly encouraged to join the "regulars" and an RSVP would be appreciated. Simply let Sandy, Debbie or a member of the hospitality team know you plan to attend. |
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Do You Need to Be Baptized?
Easter Sunday we are planning to have a baptismal service. If you have never been baptized and feel you would like to take this step in your Christian walk, please speak with either Pastor Keith or Pastor Brandon.
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 Easter Lilies for the Sanctuary
If you would like to purchase lilies for Easter Sunday ($10 each) to beautify our sanctuary, please fill out the bulletin insert on Sunday (or call Pat Hogan) and note "lilies" on your check. Plants can be taken home after Easter Sunday Services. |
Special Easter Offering
This year our Special Easter Offering will support our Jubilee Fund. This fund is used for emergency needs within our church family and church community.
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Our Latest Family Hour Activities
Every Sunday West Valley Community Church offers breakfast followed by a "hands on" Bible lesson for the whole family. Lately we've focused on the Gospel of Luke and four teams competed to illustrate different stories from that book. Using all types of materials the teams had three weeks to design and construct a piece of art that would demonstrate the passage of Scripture they had selected. A group of judges - Kathy Durkee, Ruth Tripp and Kathleen Thomas - were given the task of rating each project by finding the specific verses in Luke that were supposed to be illustrated. Click on the link below to see more pictures of the projects and the final results.
 
Click here to see more pictures
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One-Minute Meditations
 It was after the Sabbath. The agony and distress of the trial of Jesus and the crucifixion were past and Jesus had been laid in the tomb. "As the first light of the new week dawned, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to keep vigil at the tomb. Suddenly the earth reeled and rocked under their feet as God's angel came down from heaven, came right up to where they were standing. He rolled back the stone and then sat on it. Shafts of lightning blazed from him. His garments shimmered snow-white. The guards at the tomb were scared to death. They were so frightened they couldn't move. The angel spoke to the women: 'There is nothing to fear here. I know you're looking for Jesus, the One they nailed to the cross. He is not here. He was raised, just as He said. Come and look at the place where He was placed. Now get on your way quickly and tell His disciples. He is risen from the dead. He is going on ahead of you to Galilee. You will see Him there. That's the message.'" "Go and tell the good news!" That was the message then, and that's the message now. Spread the good news of salvation through Jesus. Tell everyone you know! |
Men's Breakfast
Join us for good conversation, creative breakfast food, and a time of study. You can catch us on your way to work. We meet at 7:00 am and are finished before 8:30 am. Join us for the next breakfast on April 29.
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Women's Ministry Spring Retreat May 13-15
Finalizing funding and taking reservations for Women's Retreat May 13-15 at Warm Beach, cost $150.00. Accepting reservations with checks and cash as of this notice. Please contact Pami Hanson asap if you need a flyer or funding for retreat. I am looking for volunteers to drive others. Planning to take a group early Friday, May 13 and making a stop on way up to spend some girlfriend time together. Please contact Pami (206) 406-5115 or pumi7864@yahoo.com.
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"Shop Your Girlfriend's Accessory Closet" Fundraiser
We are raising funds for ladies to attend our upcoming Women's Retreat May 13th-15th. Bring your accessories for donation and shop for some new (to you) accessories for small donations. These donations will be used towards scholarships for women wanting to attend the retreat. No clothing please - only accessories: shoes, handbags, belts, scarfs, hats or jewelry.
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Do You Have an Article for the Bulletin or E-news?
You can submit bulletin and/or e-news article submissions using our online submission form at www.westvalleychurch.org/forms.html at any time. Please note that e-news submissions need to be received no later than Wednesday morning of the week you want the article to run. Bulletin submissions need to be received no later than Thursday evening of the week the article needs to run. You can also use this online form to submit Prayer and Praise for the e-news.
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Mark Your Calendars
- April 17, Palm Sunday
- April 22, Good Friday
- April 24, Easter Sunday and Easter Breakfast
- April 29, Men's Breakfast, 7 am
- May 7, Work Party Day, 9 am
- May 13-15, Women's Ministry Spring Retreat
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| Classifieds
WANTED: Richard Hanson is looking for a used washing machine (cheap) and also needs assistance in getting the washing machine delivered to his house. Please contact Richard at 206.406.5972.
RUG FOR SALE: One rug & pad (unbound), 11-1/2 x 15 ft. in gold color. Stainmaster rug & waterproof pad lightly used for 1-1/2 years. Good for a bedroom or small family room. $80.00 for rug and pad. Call John and Ella Mae Durkee at 253-874-0562 if interested.
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.
- Help Wanted
- Work/Services Wanted
- For Sale
- Free Items
- 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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