News from Steel Lake Presbyterian Church

Esther-Rachel Circle will meet at 10am, Tuesday, September 6th (note date change) in the home of Val Hinish, 2406 SW 325th Street, Federal Way, 253-927-5477. Marcia Lafferty will lead Lesson #22 - "Falsely Accused" based on Acts 24:1--25:12, and Gladys Johnson will give a Mission Yearbook report. All those interested in carpooling are asked to meet at the church by 9:45am. New members are always welcome to join this circle. Please call the hostess for further information. All members are asked to bring 2 dozen cookies for our AA Cookie Mission Project.

Wednesday, September 7

RUTH CIRCLE

The Ruth Circle will meet on Wednesday, September 7 at 12:00 noon in the home of Lou Olmstead at 306 South 328th Lane, Federal Way (253-517-3095). We will study lesson 9, "Supernatural Living" from Romans 12:1-21. The lesson will be led by Ann Morse and the Moments for Missions will be given by Marilyn Will. The women are to bring a sack lunch and Lou will provide drinks and dessert. All women of the church are invited to attend.

Saturday, September 10

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY APOSTLES' BUILD

Workers are busy at the Habitat for Humanity Apostles' Build. If you are interested in helping out, workdays are held each 2nd Saturday, from 9am - 4:30pm. For any questions, please contact Bud Reinick (253-874-4134).

Wednesday, September 14

ROMEOS

Join the ROMEOS (Retired Old Men Eating Out) group for a fellowship lunch at noon on the second Wednesday of each month. Despite our name, if you are neither retired nor admit to being old, but are available at lunch time, you are equally welcome. Our next meeting is Wednesday, September 14 at the Black Bear Diner at noon. Please join us and if possible, call Bud Reinick (253-874-4134) ahead for reservations.

Thursday, October 13

REACH OUT BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER

Reach Out's goal is to raise enough money to shelter both homeless men and women in the Federal Way area this winter. Support this effort by attending a Breakfast Fundraiser at Steel Lake Presbyterian Church on Thursday, October 13 from 7am to 8:45am in SFC. Tickets are $25 per person, or $200 per table. For reservations go to ReachOutShelter@ comcast.net

October 28-29

WOMEN OF FAITH

It's back! WOF "Over the Top"

When: October 28-29

Where: Key Arena

Times: Friday, 10am to 3:30pm, 7pm to 10pm; Sat., 9am to 5pm

Cost: $89 for the whole weekend; 2 boxed lunches included. Please call Wynnelle Woods (253-854-3837) or Sandy Florence (253-874-0479) if you have any questions.

Sunday, November 27

SAM'S ALERT: November

November's event is the comedy "Inspecting Carol" at the Burien Little Theatre on Sunday, November 27, at 2pm. If you plan to attend, please sign up immediately by going to www.burienlittletheatre.org/. Then go to Inspecting Carol and click Buy Tickets. This will open the dates and you will see November 27. Click the date and the price of $7.00 will come up. (http://click4tix.com/events.phpis an alternate way to go in and sign up). If you do not wish to pay online then call the theatre and arrange an alternate means to pay (Burien Little Theatre at (206) 242-5180). Dinner will follow the play. Questions? Contact Joan Allan joankallan@comcast.net or 206-870-1194.

News You Can Use - September 1, 2011

Sunday, September 4

FOOD BANK SUNDAY

Bring your canned goods and clean clothing items to Steel Lake on the first Sunday of every month on Communion Sundays. These items will be donated to the Multi-Service Center food and clothing bank.

Starting This Sunday!
"GREAT ENDS OF THE CHURCH" SERMON SERIES

Youth Ministries Update

I am so happy to officially begin as Coordinator of Youth Ministries here at Steel Lake! I wanted to tell you about some exciting upcoming events and changes taking place.

First, September 10th is our Back-to-School Bash from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm! We'll be ending the summer and bringing in the school year with a bang! This is a great time to invite your friends and neighbors, in grades 6 through 12. We'll have food, games, a giant inflatable slide and other cool activities!

Secondly, starting Sunday, September 11th, Core and Cornerstone (high school and middle school) will meet together from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. We'll have snacks available but make sure you have supper before you come!

Finally, there is no youth group this Sunday, September 4 due to Labor Day weekend. I can't wait to see you all in 2 weeks!

SARA FRANKLIN

Coordinator of Youth Ministries

Sunday, September 11

SERVICE OF WHOLENESS & HEALING

On September 11th, we will have a "Service of Wholeness and Healing" during our regular Sunday morning worship. This special time will offer everyone in the congregation a time to pray for concerns in their own lives, to pray for friends and family members and to pray for situations in Deacons Hands the community, our country and the world. For those who desire individual prayer, there will be elders and deacons available to pray with you after the close of the service. This is an opportunity for all of us as a church family to join our hearts and minds together in and through Christ Jesus as His followers, coming before God as individuals and as one body.

Sunday, September 18

BACK TO SCHOOL CELEBRATION

It is hard to believe that September is here and kids are heading back to school. To help kick off the school year, the Children's Committee has put together a list of supplies for the nursery and preschool. Your donation will assist in enhancing the experience that young ones have when they step into our church nursery or preschool. It is our sincere joy to share God's love with these little ones, and your contributions will assist with these ministries.

Two online wish lists have been created at amazon.com (Wish list can be accessed by using children@steellake.org) and target.com (under baby registry - First Name: Steel Lake, Last Name: Preschool).

Other items that we continually need throughout the school year are:

Watercolor Paint Set - 8 colors
Glue Sticks
Crackers for snack time
Juice Powder Mix
Dixie Cups
Napkins
Hand sanitizer
Clorox Wipes
Nametags
Construction Paper
Small giveaway toys
Stickers
Foam letter and shapes with adhesive backs
Washable markers
Crayons

Please feel free to drop items or monetary donations anytime at the church office, or bring them to worship for the Back to School Celebration on Sunday, September 18. Thank you in advance for your generous support.

SLPC CHILDREN'S COMMITTEE

VOLUNTEERS AND SUPPLIES NEEDED!

The youth group is having a Back-to-School Bash on Saturday, September 10th from 4 pm to 7 pm on the church grounds! It's an event for our youth and an outreach to the youth in our local neighborhoods! I am in need of volunteers to help staff the event. I could also use some food donations! If you are interested in helping in any way please contact me at 206-947-5834 or youth@steellake.org. Thanks to all those who have already talked to me!

--Sara Franklin

SING AND PLAY!
September brings not only school days but the return of Chancel Choir's and Jubilee Ringers' participation in worship. Rehearsals resume September 7. Jubilee Ringers rehearse on Wednesday evenings, 6-7:15pm and Chancel Choir rehearses Wednesday evenings, 7:30-9pm. Now is an excellent time to join either group! If you've been considering participating in music ministry at Steel Lake, these are both excellent ways to be involved. You can even come and try out the groups for a few weeks to see if they're a good fit for you. Talk to Jeshua (music@steellake.org OR 206-947-5865) if you are interested or have any questions.

Saturday, October 8

SAM'S ALERT: October

Join the SAMS group at 12pm on Saturday, October 8 for lunch at the Falls Terrace Restaurant, voted best view in Thurston County, overlooking the Tumwater Falls. Then we'll ramble over to Lattin's Country Cider Mill and Farm for the annual Apple Festival with fresh apple Cider, apple Crisp, caramel apples, apple cake, baked apples, apple pie, you name it. Lunch prices range from $12 for sandwiches to $16 for Salmon or steak entrée. Parking at the Cider Mill is $2 per vehicle. If you have any questions contact Jean or Gary Thomas (253) 862-0925. Please sign up in advance on the board in the Narthex so we can have a head count for the restaurant.

FALL HYMN SINGS

Mark your calendar for Sundays, September 18, October 30, and November 27 for a time of hymn singing before morning worship. We'll gather at 9:45 am each time, just 15 minutes before worship begins, to warm-up our voices and our spirits by uniting in song together.

0.9144736842105263 COFFEE FELLOWSHIP

Please sign up on the bulletin board in the narthex if you are available to host coffee fellowship time on a Sunday after worship. For training and/or questions, please contact Cathy Igielski at 253-740-6681.

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