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From the Pastor
"Prayer."
by Bill Berger, Lead Pastor
How do we live this life the way Jesus told us to?
We live it by regular time with God, or prayer.
Check this out. Click on the photo below.
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This Sunday...
The Main Thing in Suffering...
James 1: 5-8
 We continue in James and the subject of suffering. It is very interesting to learn that the passage we are looking at is a continuation in the topic of suffering.
Many have taken this passage and though it was about faith, wisdom and prayer. The truth is, the suffering topic continues until v.12 where James gives a summary about it.
In dealing with suffering what we need more than anything is wisdom. To a great degree the problem with suffering for us is that we tend to look at the even itself, that really isn't the whole issue. The issue here is what we believe about what it is we are being troubled with. In other words, we have certain beliefs about suffering and trouble and when we are faced with it, our perspective kicks in and that determines our actions; perspective is what we think we deserve or don't deserve. The main thing is facing it with peace and growing from it.
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Service Team Highlight of the Week
Here at All Saints, we want the people of
Seattle to know and understand the reality of an abundant life in
Christ. This can only happen if we live out our faith in the same
places where we live out our lives. The 1 + 1+ 1 forumla is a way to
bring together our faith and our personal lives to coexist as one. The
formula includes 1 church gathering + 1 service team + 1 life group. In
the coming weeks, we will be highlighting each service group. We want
to let you know more about the awesome opportunities to serve the
people of All Saints and the people of Seattle.
At All Saints - Concierge:
Work at the concierge desk during gatherings to help get people acquainted with all the activities, life groups and happenings at All Saints. Contact Matt Jones at concierge@believedoubtseek.org
In Seattle - Sacred Heart Shelter:
Enjoy spending 1-2 hours a week serving families in need by helping to prepare meals, playing with children of volunteering in the office. Or you can work with the coordinators to find other fun and helpful ways to share your passions and skills with the women and fmialies at the shelter. Contact Melissa Daniels at melissa@believedoubtseek.org.
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Just so you know...
All Saints Church Office:
Regular office hours for the summer are now in full swing! The office is open for drop-ins and appointments Tuesday & Thursdays from 9am to 4pm. If you have any questions or would like to inquire about all of the awesome things happening at All Saints this summer, you can email us at life@believedoubtseek.org
New Books!
We just received a new shipment of books that are now available in the Life Group lounge. The books are for sale, and there are titles for everyone. Check out the shelf, and see if there is anything that catches your eye. There is a price list on the shelf and books can be purchased at the concierge desk.
Summer Beach Party and Baptisms:
On August 30th we invite you to head to Golden Gardens Beach after our Sunday gatherings for our annual Beach Party and Baptisms! As we wtinessed in the past at All Saints, baptism is a very meaningful and powerful experience of leaving your old self behind, accepting Jesus' grace and starting again as a committed follower of Christ. We'll be baptizing people in the Puget Sound and then enjoying the afternoon together at the beach. If you would like someone to contact you about being baptized or you are interested in helping out please sign up at the concierge desk or send us an email to life@believedoubtseek.org
Fall Missions Trip:
All Saints is planning an international service trip this fall to Central America. If you are interested in going on the trip, look for the card insert in your handout this Sunday during the gathering. Interest cards will be passed out through the end of July, so if you're interested let us know soon! The plan is to serve a community in Central America for one week in either October or November. The trip would cost roughly $1000 per person. If you are interested and would like to learn more, send us an email at life@believedoubtseek.org
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We need your help at All Saints!
Here are a couple of specific ways that you can serve at All Saints!
We are looking for anyone with web development skills in Ruby on Rails and content management systems. If you or anyone that you know would be interested in helping out please contact brian at: brian@believedoubtseek.org. Thanks.
The Custodial Team is looking for new team members to help with some light cleaning duties after the Sunday gatherings once or twice a month. The team also helps with our quarterly deep cleans and occasional event set up/clean up. If you'd like to help, please contact April at: custodial@believedoubtseek.org
The Children's Ministries Team is excited to redecorate the kids' space over the next
couple of months to make it fun and inviting. They are looking for
help with planning the decor between now and July and are also
recruiting help for implementation of the new decor plan on July 25th. If you'd like to help create an amazing kids' zone, please
contact Sharlena Dressler at kids@believedoubtseek.org
The
Worship Team is looking for an electric guitarist. If you or someone
you know would be interested in auditioning, please contact Scott
Anderson at scott@believedoubtseek.org
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All Saints News is sent out regularly to the community to engage and inform people of all that takes place through All Saints Church. This and previous updates are available on the All Saints website.
If you have any ideas, submissions, or comments, please send them to life@believedoubtseek.org
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