Welcome

   A Reconciling Congregation    We invite you to be a part of a growing and vital Christian faith community! 

 

 

Worship Times 

Sunday at 8:45 a.m. (Contemporary Worship Service)
Communion Celebrated Weekly
Sunday at 11:00 a.m. (Traditional Worship Service)
Communion Celebrated on 1st Sunday of the Month
 

 
Nursery care is available during worship and between services on Sunday morning in the nursery on the lower level.  Sunday School is offered during both worship services.

 
Address:
First United Methodist Church of Bellevue
1934 108th Ave NE
Bellevue, WA 98004-2828

How to get Here (MAP)

Phone:
(425) 454-2059

Email:
welcome@fumcbellevue.org

 

Weekly Announcements for Sunday, May 26, 2013:

MISSION & OUTREACH MINISTRIES
 
You are cordially invited to attend one of two meetings of our members to secure information and ask questions regarding Leadership Council’s recommendation to host Camp Unity Eastside (CUE) to be located in our parking lot from September 14, 2013 through December 7, 2013.
Many of you will remember the success of our hosting of Tent City 4 at the same location in late 2009 and early 2010.
Our Tent City Committee has found that CUE has a much stronger rehabilitation and host church support program than does TC #4; and CUE now has 84 residents and a carefully run security and sanitation program.
Our Tent City Committee, CUE, the Kirkland Interfaith Network (KIN) (Support group for CUE), will all have representatives at the meetings.
          DATE: Next Sunday, June 2
          TIME: 10 am and 12:15 pm
          PLACE: Room S-15 downstairs
Your Tent City Committee Co-Chairs – Joe Matsen and Reid Stevens
 
FOOD OF THE MONTH for the Eastside Emergency Feeding Program: Help us celebrate Cinco de Mayo by donating 2 lb. packages of dried pinto beans and/or canned diced tomatoes! Please put all donations in labeled boxes near both entrances. Thanks for helping the Sunday School kids help others!
 
ADULT CHRISTIAN FORMATION
 
Ongoing classes for Adults:  
 
·         FaithLink: An Adult Education offering built around current events meets each Sunday, at 9:00 am. Some upcoming topics: “Ministry and Art,” “Update on Immigration Reform,” “Update on North Korea,” and “Struggles for Men.” No pre-registration is required. Class leaders: Jean Walker and Joan Ernest. 
 
·         Got Questions? The “Living the Questions” series will resume in the fall.
 
·         Fitness, Faith and Friends will not meet this Monday, May 27. On Monday, June 3, we will walk at Kelsey Creek Park.  Meet at 6PM in the church parking lot to carpool to Kelsey Creek, or meet us there.
 
CONGREGATIONAL CARE MINISTRIES
 
Special Choir Concert
One of the most well-known and beautiful choral works is Fauré’s Requiem, and now you get a chance to hear it. Our Chancel Choir, along with the Lake Washington UMC choir, will be performing it at our church on Saturday, June 8, at 3:00 pm. Besides this wonderful, combined choir, we will have violas, cellos, horns, harp, organ and violin (Takumi is playing!). Mark your calendars now for a beautiful and peaceful afternoon.
 
Driver Refresher Course
Another Driver Refresher Course will be held at our church on Thursday, June 6, from 9 am – 4 pm. Successful course completion qualifies drivers 55 years of age and over for automobile insurance premium discounts. Check with your insurance agent for the amount and duration of the discount. Cost for the class is $16. To register, phone 206-243-3564.
 
DISCOVER Bellevue First -- Sunday, June 30
This gathering, hosted by Pastor Steve, is for anyone who wants to find out more about Bellevue First United Methodist Church. Learn about our church’s history and ministry; learn how to be connected; find out how to join; tour the facility. This group will gather on Sunday, June 30, immediately following worship at approximately 11:15 am for about 1 hour. Childcare is available by calling the church office at 425-454-2059.
 
WORSHIP MINISTRIES
 
 
SUMMER WORSHIP BEGINNING JUNE 23
AND CONTINUING THROUGH SEPTEMBER 1
ONE SERVICE AT 10:00 AM
 
 
Taizé Worship Returns
Taizé Worship Services will be held in the sanctuary on Wednesdays, June 26, July 24, and August 28, at 7:30 pm. Each service will be preceded by a potluck supper at 6:30 pm. Stay tuned for more information.
 
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN MINISTRIES
 
Women’s Bible Study
The Women’s Bible Study group will be taking a break for the summer. See you next fall! 
 
Women’s Retreat – Saturday, June 1, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
All women are invited to a great day of fellowship, as Rev. Dr. Beryl Ingram leads us in “Learning to Trust the Songs in Our Hearts.” Before you come, give some thought to the songs in your heart to share. (i.e. what is the first song you learned? and what songs are always in your memory?) This one-day retreat will be held at our church. Registration is $15/person, which includes continental breakfast and lunch. Registrations will be taken after worship today. Childcare will be provided; please bring lunch for your child/children. Questions? Call Mitzi Karg at 425-883-8146.
 
CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES
 
Sunday School End-of-Year celebration for families and teachers:  Sunday, June2  from 4 – 7:30 p.m. at Camp River Ranch in Carnation.  Hot dogs and s’mores on the campfire/potluck for the rest.   We’ll say goodbye to the Cairds with a campfire treat called “damper” from Australia, have a visit from Cap’n Jenny (a local pirate), and have plenty of time for games, singing, frisbee/soccer, relaxation and fun!  RSVP to Laurie Edwards for directions, potluck sign up and information!
 
Vacation Bible Adventure (VBA):  Athens
Monday – Friday, July 15 -19, 9 – 11 a.m.
Learn the jaw-dropping story of the Apostle Paul straight from Paul himself and learn about Athenian life through games, music, crafts, and food.  Registration forms on the church website (www.fumcbellevue.org).  Invite your friends, grandchildren, neighbors and a couple of people you hardly know!  LOADS of volunteers needed, so see Laurie Edwards if you are interested.
 
VBA (it’s an Adventure NOT a School!) Work Party
Tuesday, June 4 from 9:30 – noon
Something for everyone!  Loads of painting so wear your grubbies, but we’ll also have some cutting, gluing, labeling, and much more!  Coffee, tea and goodies to bribe you, but, honestly, it’s a blast!  Come and join the fun!!!!
 
In the Community
 
Breaking Down the Walls: An Immigration Workshop
The Seattle District UMW and the PNW Conference UMW Committee on Racial Justice are offering this workshop on the complex immigration challenges and options for humane action. Speakers include Rev. Lyda Pierce, Rev. Larry Warren and Liz Dunbar. The date is Saturday, June 8, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm, at Ronald UMC, 17839 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline. Cost is $10 which includes lunch. See the registration form on the UMW bulletin board in the main hallway.
 

 

Out of the Box of Church As Usual

Sermon Date: 
Sun, 05/19/2013
Speaker: 
Rev. Steve Tarr
Audio File: 

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Weekly Announcements for Sunday, May 19, 2013:

FINANCE MINISTRY
 
SPRING CHEESECAKE SOCIAL
Today, May 19, is Pentecost; and the Endowment Committee will be continuing its tradition of having its annual strawberry cheesecake social at the coffee hour after each worship service.
Come, select your dessert, and sit down with friends and enjoy one of springtime’s first fruits.
Endowment funds are used to enhance our church facilities and programs from income earned on the fund. Principal is preserved to assure financial stability.
Have you considered making a contribution or sending a contribution in memory of a loved one?
Your Endowment Committee 
 
ADULT CHRISTIAN FORMATION
 
Ongoing classes for Adults:  
 
·         FaithLink: An Adult Education offering built around current events meets each Sunday, at 9:00 am. Some upcoming topics: “The Biblical People of Easter,” “Opening New Doors” and “Violence Against Women Act.” No pre-registration is required. Class leaders: Jean Walker and Joan Ernest. 
 
·         Got Questions? The “Living the Questions” series will not meet today due to the “Coal Free PSE” class. We will continue next week at 10 am, in the Wesley Room. Topic for next week is: “Honoring Creation.” Facilitator: Sherrie Mill. Drop-ins welcome.
 
·         Fitness, Faith and Friends resumes Monday, May 20, with a series of summer walks and other activities.  Tomorrow we’ll take an easy stroll around the local neighborhood.  Join us at 6PM for a brief reflection before we head out for our walk.
 
MISSION & OUTREACH MINISTRIES
 
FOOD OF THE MONTH for the Eastside Emergency Feeding Program: Help us celebrate Cinco de Mayo by donating 2 lb. packages of dried pinto beans and/or canned diced tomatoes! Please put all donations in labeled boxes near both entrances. Thanks for helping the Sunday School kids help others!
 
CONGREGATIONAL CARE MINISTRIES
 
Book Discussion Group
The Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of each month. For the month of May, any Tony Hillerman book is on the list. Anyone who enjoys reading and discussing what they have read is welcome. The next meeting is May 20, at 7:15 pm
 
Come Sing With Usat Sunrise Senior Living Center on the 3rd Sunday each month. Trina McCarrell and Nancy Berry lead a brief chapel service which includes some old favorite hymns. Our next service is today, May 19, at 11:00 AM. Sunrise is located at 15928 NE 8th (just past Crossroads Mall).
 
Special Choir Concert
One of the most well-known and beautiful choral works is Faure’s Requiem, and now you get a chance to hear it. Our Chancel Choir, along with the Lake Washington UMC choir, will be performing it at our church on Saturday, June 8, at 3:00 pm. Besides this wonderful, combined choir, we will have violas, cellos, horns, harp, organ and violin (Takumi is playing!). Mark your calendars now for a beautiful and peaceful afternoon.
 
Driver Refresher Course
Another Driver Refresher Course will be held at our church on Thursday, June 6, from 9 am – 4 pm. Successful course completion qualifies drivers 55 years of age and over for automobile insurance premium discounts. Check with your insurance agent for the amount and duration of the discount. Cost for the class is $16. To register, phone 206-243-3564.
 
Can You Help?
An elderly woman, legally blind, who lives near the intersection of 520 and 405, needs someone to drive her twice a month to Wal-Mart to buy groceries. Can you help? Eastside Friends of Seniors will provide you with screening and training, for both your and the elderly client’s safety. Please contact EFS at 425-369-9120 or email info@eastsidefriendsofseniors.org.
 
 
CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES
 
Vacation Bible Adventure (VBA):  Athens
Monday – Friday, July 15 -19, 9 – 11 a.m.
Learn the jaw-dropping story of the Apostle Paul straight from Paul himself and learn about Athenian life through games, music, crafts, and food.  Registration forms on the church website (www.fumcbellevue.org).  Invite your friends, grandchildren, neighbors and a couple of people you hardly know!  LOADS of volunteers needed, so see Laurie Edwards if you are interested.
 
VBA (it’s an Adventure NOT a School!) Work Parties
Thursday, May 23 from 9:30 – 11:30 and Tuesday, June 6 from 9:30 – noon
Something for everyone!  Loads of painting so wear your grubbies, but we’ll also have some cutting, gluing, labeling, and much more!  Coffee, tea and goodies to bribe you, but, honestly, it’s a blast!  Come and join the fun!!!!
 
Sunday School End-of-Year celebration for families and teachers:  Sunday, June2  from 4 – 7:30 p.m. at Camp River Ranch in Carnation.  Hot dogs and s’mores on the campfire/potluck for the rest.    We’ll say goodbye to the Cairds with a campfire treat called “damper” from Australia, have a visit from Cap’n Jenny (a local pirate), and have plenty of time for games, singing, frisbee/soccer, relaxation and fun!  RSVP to Laurie Edwards for directions, potluck sign up and information!
 
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN MINISTRIES
 
Women’s Bible Study
The Women’s Bible Study group will meet on Wednesday, May 22, at 10 am, in the Wesley Room. All women are welcome to join us. 
 
Women’s Retreat – Saturday, June 1, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
All women are invited to a great day of fellowship, as Rev. Dr. Beryl Ingram leads us in “Learning to Trust the Songs in Our Hearts.” Before you come, give some thought to the songs in your heart to share. (i.e. what is the first song you learned? and what songs are always in your memory?) This one-day retreat will be held at our church. Registration is $15/person, which includes continental breakfast and lunch. Registrations will be taken after worship on Sundays, May 12, 19 and 26. Childcare will be provided; please bring lunch for your child/children. Questions? Call Mitzi Karg at 425-883-8146.
 
STAFF PARISH RELATIONS
 
After many years of blessing FUMC Bellevue with her faithful and beautiful editing of the Clarion, Jody Beyer has resigned. Jody led us through the transition from a monochrome paper-only newsletter to our colorful online edition. She made it look easy to raise three effervescent children and still keep us all up-to-date. Of course she is irreplaceable, and we will miss her terribly in this role. If you appreciate the Clarion, please drop Jody a note letting her know what her work has meant to you.
Change creates new opportunities, and your church staff and the SPRC are considering “what’s next” for maintaining communication within the church. Stay tuned for future developments.
The Members of the Staff-Parish Relations Committee
Kim, Alice, Marlene, Jeff, Hilary, Judy, Jack, Jean, Susan, Glenda, Trina
 

 

Encouraging Words from Earth Ministry

Dear Fabulous Friends of Faith, Important climate victories can pass almost undetected,  and yet they are the stuff from which hope is made.   Those who wish to risk human health and Earth’s air and water work hard to make us believe that we cannot stop them, that the hideous cost of fossil fuels must be […]

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Out of the Box of Compassion Fatigue

Sermon Date: 
Sun, 05/12/2013
Speaker: 
Rev. Steve Tarr
Audio File: 

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Weekly Announcements for Sunday, May 12, 2013:

ADULT CHRISTIAN FORMATION
 
Special classes:
 
  • Where does Bellevue’s electricity come from, and where does our surplus go? Ron Snell of Earth Ministry and the Sierra Club, will be speaking on the “Coal Free PSE” campaign, today, May 12, during the 10 AM Adult Education period. Why should people of faith be involved?  A representative of Sustainable Works will also be there to assist people in signing up for low-cost home energy audits. 
 
Ongoing classes for Adults:  
 
·         FaithLink: An Adult Education offering built around current events meets each Sunday, at 9:00 am. Some upcoming topics: “The Biblical People of Easter,” “Opening New Doors” and “Violence Against Women Act.” No pre-registration is required. Class leaders: Jean Walker and Joan Ernest. 
 
·         Got Questions? The “Living the Questions” series will not meet today due to the “Coal Free PSE” class. We will continue next week at 10 am, in the Wesley Room. Topic for next week is: “Honoring Creation.” Facilitator: Sherrie Mill. Drop-ins welcome. 
 
FINANCE MINISTRY
 
SPRING SOCIAL COMING
Next Sunday, May 19, will be Pentecost; and the Endowment Committee will be continuing its tradition of having its annual strawberry cheesecake social at the coffee hour after each worship service.
Come, select your dessert, and sit down with friends and enjoy one of springtime’s first fruits.
Endowment funds are used to enhance our church facilities and programs from income earned on the fund. Principal is preserved to assure financial stability.
Have you considered making a contribution or sending a contribution in memory of a loved one?
Your Endowment Committee 
(Note: Next Sunday, May 19, is Pentecost Sunday. Wear something red to church next Sunday.)
 
 
MISSION & OUTREACH MINISTRIES
 
How Will YOU Help the Homeless?
You can help FUMCB serve dinner to Camp Unity (a tent encampment like Tent City 4) on Sunday, May 19. We will meet at the church at 5 pm, load up all the food, serve dinner from 6-7 pm, clean up and be on our way. For a list of food items needed for the dinner, please see the last Clarion, or contact Lael O’Neal or Shirley Hirsch.
 
FOOD OF THE MONTH for the Eastside Emergency Feeding Program: Help us celebrate Cinco de Mayo by donating 2 lb. packages of dried pinto beans and/or canned diced tomatoes! Please put all donations in labeled boxes near both entrances. Thanks for helping the Sunday School kids help others!
 
CONGREGATIONAL CARE MINISTRIES
 
Book Discussion Group
The Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of each month. For the month of May, any Tony Hillerman book is on the list. Anyone who enjoys reading and discussing what they have read is welcome. The next meeting is May 20, at 7:15 pm
 
Come Sing With Usat Sunrise Senior Living Center on the 3rd Sunday each month. Trina McCarrell and Nancy Berry lead a brief chapel service which includes some old favorite hymns. Our next service is May 19, at 11:00 AM. Sunrise is located at 15928 NE 8th (just past Crossroads Mall).
 
Driver Refresher Course
Another Driver Refresher Course will be held at our church on Thursday, June 6, from 9 am – 4 pm. Successful course completion qualifies drivers 55 years of age and over for automobile insurance premium discounts. Check with your insurance agent for the amount and duration of the discount. Cost for the class is $16. To register, phone 206-243-3564.
 
Can You Help?
An elderly woman, legally blind, who lives near the intersection of 520 and 405, needs someone to drive her twice a month to Wal-Mart to buy groceries. Can you help? Eastside Friends of Seniors will provide you with screening and training, for both your and the elderly client’s safety. Please contact EFS at 425-369-9120 or email info@eastsidefriendsofseniors.org.
 
Garden Tour
Celebrate Mother’s Day by buying a ticket to visit a beautiful Northwest garden on June 29.  Enjoy native plants and charming garden art, plus lemonade and cookies at the Bellevue home of expert gardener Jean Walker. You might even win a door prize!  Tickets are available after each service for $10, with proceeds going to benefit our campership fund.
 
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN MINISTRIES
 
Coming Soon to a UMW Near You!
On Wednesday, May 15, (third Wednesday of the month), Circle will be held at Timber Ridge at 10:30 am. Carpool from the church at 10:00 am. Lunch is $10.00 per person. Program: a Timber Ridge employee, Mohammed from Senegal, will speak about his experience as an immigrant. Please call Mitzi Karg at 425-883-8146 if you would like to attend and are not on a calling list.
 
Women’s Retreat – Saturday, June 1, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
All women are invited to a great day of fellowship, as Rev. Dr. Beryl Ingram leads us in “Learning to Trust the Songs in Our Hearts.” Before you come, give some thought to the songs in your heart to share. (i.e. what is the first song you learned? and what songs are always in your memory?) This one-day retreat will be held at our church. Registration is $15/person, which includes continental breakfast and lunch. Registrations will be taken after worship on Sundays, May 12, 19 and 26. Childcare will be provided; please bring lunch for your child/children. Questions? Call Mitzi Karg at 425-883-8146.
 
CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES
 
Vacation Bible Adventure (VBA):  Athens
Monday – Friday, July 15 -19, 9 – 11 a.m.
Learn the jaw-dropping story of the Apostle Paul straight from Paul himself and learn about Athenian life through games, music, crafts, and food.  Registration forms on the church website (www.fumcbellevue.org).  Invite your friends, grandchildren, neighbors and a couple of people you hardly know!  LOADS of volunteers needed, so see Laurie Edwards if you are interested.
 
VBA (it’s an Adventure NOT a School!) Work Parties
Thursday, May 23 from 9:30 – 11:30 and Tuesday, June 6 from 9:30 – noon
Something for everyone!  Loads of painting so wear your grubbies, but we’ll also have some cutting, gluing, labeling, and much more!  Coffee, tea and goodies to bribe you, but, honestly, it’s a blast!  Come and join the fun!!!!
 
Sunday School End-of-Year celebration for families and teachers:  Sunday, June2  from 4 – 7:30 p.m. at Camp River Ranch in Carnation.  Hot dogs and s’mores on the campfire/potluck for the rest.    We’ll say goodbye to the Cairds with a campfire treat called “damper” from Australia, have a visit from Cap’n Jenny (a local pirate), and have plenty of time for games, singing, frisbee/soccer, relaxation and fun!  RSVP to Laurie Edwards (lauriee@fumcbellevue.org) for directions, potluck sign up and information!
 
 

 

What Jesus Wants Us to Remember

Sermon Date: 
Tue, 05/07/2013
Speaker: 
Rev. Steve Tarr and Rev. Se Yong Park
Audio File: 

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Weekly Announcements for Sunday, May 5, 2013:

MISSION & OUTREACH MINISTRIES
 
Networking for Churches Serving the Homeless
On Saturday, May 11, from 10 am – 3 pm, churches involved in ministries for the homeless population will gather at our church to network with others in the district who are doing this work.
Keynote speaker for the day is Lisa Gustaveson, program director of the Faith and Family Homelessness Project. Networking interest groups will follow. Please bring your own bag lunch.
 
How Will YOU Help the Homeless?
You can help FUMCB serve dinner to Camp Unity (a tent encampment like Tent City 4) on Sunday, May 19. We will meet at the church at 5 pm, load up all the food, serve dinner from 6-7 pm, clean up and be on our way. For a list of food items needed for the dinner, please see the flyer in today’s bulletin, or contact Lael O’Neal or Shirley Hirsch.
 
FOOD OF THE MONTH for the Eastside Emergency Feeding Program: Help us celebrate Cinco de Mayo by donating 2 lb. packages of dried pinto beans and/or canned diced tomatoes! Please put all donations in labeled boxes near both entrances. Thanks for helping the Sunday School kids help others!
 
Tent City 4has moved to the Congregational Church in downtown Kirkland. They are in need of coffee, zip ties, and men’s jeans. A box for donations is located in the coat area off the north foyer.
 
FINANCE MINISTRY
 
SPRING SOCIAL COMING
Sunday, May 19, will be Pentecost; and the Endowment Committee will be continuing its tradition of having its annual strawberry cheesecake social at the coffee hour after each worship service.
Come, select your dessert, and sit down with friends and enjoy one of springtime’s first fruits.
Endowment funds are used to enhance our church facilities and programs from income earned on the fund. Principal is preserved to assure financial stability.
Have you considered making a contribution or sending a contribution in memory of a loved one?
Your Endowment Committee 
 
ADULT CHRISTIAN FORMATION
 
Special classes:
 
  • Where does Bellevue’s electricity come from, and where does our surplus go? Ron Snell of Earth Ministry and the Sierra Club, will be speaking on the “Coal Free PSE” campaign, on May 12, during the 10 AM Adult Education period. Why should people of faith be involved?  A representative of Sustainable Works will also be there to assist people in signing up for low-cost home energy audits. 
 
Ongoing classes for Adults:  
 
·         FaithLink: An Adult Education offering built around current events meets each Sunday, at 9:00 am. Some upcoming topics: “The Biblical People of Easter,” “Opening New Doors” and “Violence Against Women Act.” No pre-registration is required. Class leaders: Jean Walker and Joan Ernest. 
 
·         Got Questions? The “Living the Questions” series will continue today, at 10 am, in the Wesley Room. No pre-registration is required. The overall theme is about honoring creation. Topic for today is: “Debunking the Rapture.” Facilitator: Sherrie Mill. Drop-ins welcome. No class next Sunday, May 12. Be sure to attend the “Coal Free PSE” presentation.
 
 
CONGREGATIONAL CARE MINISTRIES
 
Book Discussion Group
The Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of each month. For the month of May, any Tony Hillerman book is on the list. Anyone who enjoys reading and discussing what they have read is welcome. The next meeting is May 20, at 7:15 pm
 
Come Sing With Usat Sunrise Senior Living Center on the 3rd Sunday each month. Trina McCarrell and Nancy Berry lead a brief chapel service which includes some old favorite hymns. Our next service is May 19, at 11:00 AM. Sunrise is located at 15928 NE 8th (just past Crossroads Mall).
 
Driver Refresher Course
Another Driver Refresher Course will be held at our church on Thursday, June 6, from 9 am – 4 pm. Successful course completion qualifies drivers 55 years of age and over for automobile insurance premium discounts. Check with your insurance agent for the amount and duration of the discount. Cost for the class is $16. To register, phone 206-243-3564.
 
Can You Help?
An elderly woman, legally blind, who lives near the intersection of 520 and 405, needs someone to drive her twice a month to Wal-Mart to buy groceries. Can you help? Eastside Friends of Seniors will provide you with screening and training, for both your and the elderly client’s safety. Please contact EFS at 425-369-9120 or email info@eastsidefriendsofseniors.org.
 
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN MINISTRIES
 
Women’s Bible Study
The Women’s Bible Study group will meet on Wednesday, May 8, at 10 am, in the Wesley Room. The lesson for this week is “Live in the Light” and the scripture reference is John 1:1-14 and Ephesians 4:17-5:20. All women are welcome to join us. 
 
Coming Soon to a UMW Near You!
On Wednesday, May 15, (note this is the third Wednesday of the month), Circle will be held at Timber Ridge at 10:30 am. Carpool from the church at 10:00 am. Lunch is $10.00 per person. Program: a Timber Ridge employee, Mohammed from Senegal, will speak about his experience as an immigrant. Please call Mitzi Karg at 425-883-8146 if you would like to attend and are not on a calling list.
 
Women’s Retreat – Saturday, June 1, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
All women are invited to a great day of fellowship, as Rev. Dr. Beryl Ingram leads us in “Learning to Trust the Songs in Our Hearts.” This one-day retreat will be held in Benson/Fellowship Halls at our church. Registration is $15/person, which includes continental breakfast and lunch. Registrations will be taken after worship services on Sundays, May 12, 19 and 26. Questions? Call Mitzi Karg at 425-883-8146.
 
CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES
 
VBA (it’s an Adventure NOT a School!) Work Parties
Thursday, May 23 from 9:30 – 11:30 and Tuesday, June 6 from 9:30 – noon
Something for everyone!  Loads of painting so wear your grubbies, but we’ll also have some cutting, gluing, labeling, and much more!  Coffee, tea and goodies to bribe you, but, honestly, it’s a blast!  Come and join the fun!!!!
 
Sunday School End-of-Year celebration for families and teachers:  Sunday, June2  from 4 – 7:30 p.m. at Camp River Ranch in Carnation.  Hot dogs and s’mores on the campfire/potluck for the rest.    We’ll say goodbye to the Cairds with a campfire treat called “damper” from Australia, have a visit from Cap’n Jenny (a local pirate), and have plenty of time for games, singing, frisbee/soccer, relaxation and fun!  RSVP to Laurie Edwards for directions, potluck sign up and information!

 

One Service this Sunday at 11:00 a.m. We will be worshiping with the Korean Uni...

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