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| November 6, 2011 | Vol. 3, Iss. 17 |
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 UPDATE ON LINDSAY BECK @ BICS
If you're not on Facebook you probably aren't aware of how well Lindsay Beck is getting along at Berkshire Institute for Christian Studies (BICS).
In one of her recent posts she had this to say:
"Wow. I'm looking at these last two months and I'm wondering how I got here. I'm absolutely charmed by every aspect of my life right now. Truly blessed. Thank you to everyone who got me here and to those taking this journey with me. Thank you for all of your blessings, God. I'll go to bed with another smile on my face."
In addition to regular classes, Lindsay has been involved with singing in the BICS choir, helping the church's middle school program, and leading a devotional before the entire student body. Plus she has a regular job at J. Crew to help with her living expense!
The only reason Lindsay has been able to go to BICS is because of the support of her church family here at WVCC. So far, most of her school expenses have been paid for by church members and our local conference. The conference president, Rev. Rick Qualls, stated that, in this unique situation, it was truly a blessing for God's people to be able to help Lindsay in her spiritual journey.
If you would like to support Lindsay in this opportunity please speak with WVCC Treasurer Pat Hogan, or Pastor Keith. Apart from the financial aid of God's people, Lindsay has no means to continue her studies. In barely six months her time at BICS will be completed, but already the LORD has done great things in her life!
YOUTH FALL BEACH RETREAT NOVEMBER 11-13  Our Middle School and High School Youth are heading off to Camp Rilea - a National Guard Base located between Seaside and Astoria Oregon for a weekend of worship, lessons and activities with youth from other churches. If you would like to provide snacks for the road trip or donate to help defray registration costs for a student just talk to Youth Pastor Brandon before Friday, November 11th.
(WV Youth Fall Retreat 2010) OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD It's shoebox time again! Bring joy to some child in the world by filling up a shoebox  (or shoeboxes!) for Samaritan's Purse. The mission of Operation Christmas Child is to demonstrate God's love in a tangible way to needy children around the world, and together with the local church worldwide, to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. Click HERE for more information on OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD NEW LIBRARY ADDITIONS  Three new books have been added to the library at West Valley. SEEDS OF FAITH by Kristin Eckhardt is 10th in the Guidepost Home To Heather Creek series. The story continues with each book but by a different author. Thanks to Pamee Hanson for her contribution. TIME TO COME HOME and PLAN FOR YOUR LIFE by Deena Anderson Cardinale are memoirs of her life and have been donated by her. They are a chronicle of her life and walk with Jesus since her early days in California where George and Beverly Teshera played an important role in her life. Deena has had employment that filled her Sunday's but is now able to be back among us. Be sure and get acquainted with her. Welcome back Deena! WOMEN'S MINISTRIES SPECIAL DATES November 19th - Our next quilting day with lunch provided. December 3 - Our 2nd Annual Cookie Bake is scheduled from 9:30 am to 1:00pm in the Fellowship Hall December 3 - Leavenworth Tree Lighting trip Please contact Pamee Hanson for additional questions on any of these events. Pamee may be contacted at (206) 406-5115 or at pumi7864@yahoo.com |
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WOW!
The 2nd Annual Harvest Party- Another Capacity Crowd
We had such a great time, were blessed with perfect weather for the outdoor venues and every activity/event came off without a hitch. It simply could not have happened without the help of a terrific group of volunteers! My heartfelt thanks to each of the following people for their part in making this an outstanding day for our kids:
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Bruce Pleasants | Arie & Elle Wheaton | |
Ed & Sandy Tonseth | Brad Neal | |
Janine and Tim Dodd | Brandon Tonseth | |
Jay and Jordan Valarde | Ken & Kathy Durkee | |
Kay Gomez & Janelle Neal | Keith & Kathy Wheaton | |
Margo Robinson | Keith Eldridge | |
Petie! - Happy Birthday! | Richard Hanson | |
Ruth & Neal Tripp | Ron Plowman & Dawn Orden | |
Sarah Patton | Tina, Rosie, Pat | | | | |
And thanks to everyone who donated treats for the straw search! |
- Margaret Post
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West Valley In Our Community
SOCK IT TO HOMELESSNESS UPDATE!
We made it! Thanks to all for contributing socks to the Operation Nightwatch's "Sock It To Homelessness!" campaign. John Fenlason set a goal of 300 pair for West Valley and we collected 317 pair - GREAT JOB!
Want more information about Operation Nightwatch? Click Here!
WEST VALLEY FOOD PANTRY: FAMILIES IN NEED
This is the time of year when food bank activity picks up in earnest. The weather is changing, holidays are around the corner and families are struggling mightily. Canned soups, meats, vegetables will always be needed and that Mac & Cheese is always a great donation for families with kids. Stuffing mixes and seasonal items for Thanksgiving or Christmas would be a wonderful addition. If you need help for ideas talk to Mary Seal or Margaret Post. PLEASE NOTE: Food banks cannot distribute any food item past its expiration date!
THANK YOU AGAIN FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!
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What Would You Like For Me To Do For You?
In the 18th chapter of Luke's Gospel there is a
wonderful story. Jesus was travelling from Jericho to Jerusalem and comes across a blind beggar named Bartemaus. He cried out to the Lord, "Lord, have mercy on me!"
When Jesus hears him, He turns and says, "What would you like for me to do for you?"
Bartemaus responds, "Oh, I'd like to see."
Jesus touches him and says, "Go, your faith has made you whole." He got up and began to leap for joy. He began to see and all the people rejoiced with him.
Some time ago, I was talking with a person who for many years had been a Christian. I said, "What was it like when you made your first commitment to Jesus?" She said, "It was like I began to see the flowers and hear music for the first time. I began to see things in life I had never seen before. She began to see and hear in a new way.
I remember a night in June over sixty years ago. My life had been out of whack, and I was unhappy. I was unhappy with myself and with others. That is usually the case when you are unhappy with yourself, you are unhappy with everyone else, too. You can't stand yourself and you can't stand others. Isn't that what happens? Usually when we are out of sorts with other people the problem is not with them at all. Whenever we
begin to get irritated with others we'd better quit looking at them and start looking at ourselves. That is where the problem is.
That is the way I was, and a senior in high school. Life was not making much sense. One night a guy by the name of Corbin Kaiser was preaching at our church, and I went to the meeting. To make a long story short, I went to the altar that night and renewed my commitment to Jesus. I stayed around at the church talking with friends so long that I missed the last bus home. It was a five mile walk along the road by the Elk River. It was dark, but the moon was shining. Being June, the honeysuckle vines were in full blossom. I had smelled honeysuckle for years.....but never like that before. Sitting here now, sixty years later, I can still smell that fragrance. It is as fresh today as it was then!!
What do we want the Lord to do for us? That is the question Jesus raised with Bartemaus. What do we really want? What will make life right and new and fresh? What about those broken dreams that are as shattered glass? In what ways are we blind and need the touch of Jesus so we see as He sees?
Submit life to Him. Submit it in obedience, to follow Him. Let's give up everything that separates us from Him, that separates us from His way of life, whatever that may be.
Jesus is still saying, "What do you want me to do for you?" Only you can answer that!!
God bless you. He loves you, and so do I.
In Jesus,
Pastor Clio |
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Christian Education
Here's our weekly schedule for Fall 2011:
Sundays:
- 9:45 am - Family Hour Breakfast
- 9:45 am - Adult Book Study
- "The Gathered and Scattered Church"
- 10:00 am Family Hour Lesson/Activity
- Lessons from the Book of Judges
- 11:00 am - Children's Church
- Lessons from the Book of Acts
Tuesday Bible Study:
"The Truth Experience"
Lessons from The Unshakeable Truth by Josh and Sean McDowell
We begin with a meal at 6:00PM in the Fellowship Hall. The study begins at 6:45 and ends promptly at 7:30PM.
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Men's Breakfast
Join the men for good conversation, be open to breakfast options (it changes weekly!), and a time of study. You can catch us on your way to work every other Friday. We meet at 7:00 am and are finished before 8:30 am. Meet us for the next breakfast on November 11th and 25th |
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One Minute Meditations
Life is composed of astronomical choices. These choices have consequences. The greatest of choices, of course, is whether to follow God or not. His way is the one with the most benefits!
David in his "Saws" mentions some of these:
"God forgives your sins--every one.
He heals your diseases--every one.
He crowns you with love and mercy--a paradise crown. He wraps you in goodness--beauty eternal.
He renews your youth--you're always young in His presence."
David, early on, decided to follow God: "My choice is you, God, first and only. And now I find I'm your choice. Keep me safe, O God. I've run for dear life to you. I say to God, 'Be my Lord!' Without you nothing makes sense. I'm happy from the inside out, and from the outside in. I'm in the very presence of God--Oh, how refreshing it is! I nearly missed dwelling in His presence. I was looking the other way, looking up to the people at the top, envying the wicked who have made it, who have nothing to worry about, not a care in the whole wide world. Then I made the Lord God my home. Now I dwell in His presence. He has taken my hand. He wisely and tenderly leads me, and then He blesses me."
Dear God, Let me shout your name with a praising song! Let me tell of your goodness in a prayer of thanks.
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For sale: Roper washing machine,large capacity in good working order $50. Matching dryer, needs a new heating element - free. Contact Carol Aguilar at garfield461@q.com for more info.
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- 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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