Dear Westminster Family –
This Sunday we are going to focus our attention on the importance of our memories. Our text is Joshua 4:1-24. The children of Israel have successfully crossed over the Jordan River and are ready to begin the conquest of Canaan. God says, “Not so fast…I want you to remember where you have been, how it is you got there, and what difference that will make in your future.” God’s people were instructed to take stones from the River to build memorials that would accomplish those things.
Events in our culture recently should remind us of the power of memory to impact our lives either positively or negatively. As followers of Christ, our most important memories should be those that surface His activity in our past, the reality of His activity in the present, and the promise of His activity in our future.
We live in a culture fixated on the moment. Philosophically, we call this fixation existentialism. An interesting phenomenon in an existential society is the tendency to re-write or re-invent our personal histories to fit our current circumstances. Somewhere in that process, the truth gets misplaced. The experience of the Israelites should prompt us to remember the right things, the truthful things in our lives.
Our planning team has come up with an interesting way for us to “remember” God’s activity in our lives. I am not going to give it away. You need to come and find out 🙂
See you in church.
Pastor Gary
P.S.
MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR EUNICE CHRISTENSEN – Saturday, October 6, 1:30 PM, Sanctuary: Please keep Wes and their family in your prayers.
KCIS 630 AM – A CLOSER LOOK
Hear Gary on the radio with co-host Pete Talbott
Thursdays at 1:00-1:30 PM
Sundays at 9:00-9:30 AM
THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS: September 28 & 29
THE LANDING – 7:30-9:30 PM, Room 311: Celebrate Recovery’s The Landing program for 6th – 12th grade students. Come discover God’s coping skills for life. Questions:moc.l1701237137iamg@1701237137RCret1701237137snimt1701237137seW 1701237137
CELEBRATE RECOVERY – Fridays, 7:00-9:00 PM, Fireside Room: Childcare provided. Contact Neal at 425-747-1461, ext. 147 or moc.l1701237137iamg@1701237137RCret1701237137snimt1701237137seW1701237137
THIS SUNDAY: September 30
WORSHIP SERVICES – 9:00 & 10:45 AM, Sanctuary
WELCOME CENTER – Visit our Welcome Center in the foyer for visitor information and warm hospitality. Limited sermon CDs and Our Daily Bread devotionals are available in the Library.
BREW – Sundays, 9:00 – 11:00 AM, Foyer: Is this your first time here? Stop by our café to enjoy a complimentary coffee. We look forward to meeting you.
ALPHA – EXPLORE LIFE, FAITH, MEANING – 6:00 PM, Atrium: A series of interactive sessions exploring the Christian faith. Contact Sylvia at gro.r1701237137etsni1701237137mtsew1701237137@raiv1701237137lys1701237137
THIS WEEK:
TUESDAY MORNING WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY – 9:15 AM, CLC: This year there are 6 electives from which to choose. Prices vary depending on the course you select. For details of each course, and to register, please go to www.westminster.org/woman. Children’s Program (ages birth-Pre K) Cost is $45 for 1 child, $65 for 2 or more. Questions? Contact Jenny at gro.r1701237137etsni1701237137mtsew1701237137@rynn1701237137ej1701237137.
AWANA – Wednesdays, through May 8, 6:30-8:00 PM: Awana reaches kids for Christ through fun, Scripture-rich experiences that lead them to know, love and serve Him. Join us for exciting games, Scripture-based memory work, thrilling stories and awesome awards that help kids develop lifelong faith in Christ. Join us Wednesday nights during the school year from 6:30-8 PM. Our clubs include Cubbies, Sparks and T& T which are for ages pre-school – 5th grade. Questions? Contact Kay Bonikowsky at moc.l1701237137iamg@1701237137ykswo1701237137kinob1701237137k1701237137. Reserve Your Spot at www.westminster.org/EVENTS.
WEDNESDAY EVENING WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY – Starts September 12, 6:45 PM, CLC: 3 choices for Wednesday night studies! Pricing is for the year and varies depending on the study you select. For details go to Westminster.org/women. No childcare available. Contact Jenny at gro.r1701237137etsni1701237137mtsew1701237137@rynn1701237137ej1701237137.
THE GAP (FOR MEN) – Thursday, September 27, 6:30 AM, Fireside Room: This is a weekly bible study available to all men at Westminster. Pastor Gary will be sharing each week from a book entitled, NOT BY SIGHT – A FRESH LOOK AT OLD STORIES OF WALKING BY FAITH. Questions? Contact LuAnne at gro.r1701237137etsni1701237137mtsew1701237137@zenn1701237137aul1701237137
UPCOMING EVENTS:
MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR EUNICE CHRISTENSEN – Saturday, October 6, 1:30 PM, Sanctuary: Please keep Wes and their family in your prayers.
RENEWAL FOOD BANK ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE: Starting October 7, you can pick up a grocery bag in the Foyer to gather food items for Renewal Food Bank. Each week, more than 250 families in our community connect with Renewal Food Bank to help put food on their tables. Show that we care: Starting next week, Pick up a bag after service in the foyer to find a list of suggested items attached. Bring back your full bag on October 14 or 21; the Food Bank van will be here to collect them.
BAPTISM CLASS – Sunday, October 14, 10:45 AM, Large Conference Room: Learn what Baptism means and why it is important to our faith. Please fill out the form at Westminster.org/Events. Contact Pastor Matt at gro.r1701237137etsni1701237137mtsew1701237137@ctta1701237137m1701237137.
YOUTH CORN MAZE – Sunday, October 14, 12:15 PM, Youth Level: Grab a friend and get signed up now for an afternoon at Bob’s Corn Maze in Snohomish. Meet after the 2nd service for lunch, then we will head out. $20 per student. Contact Ceri at gro.r1701237137etsni1701237137mtsew1701237137@fire1701237137c1701237137.
BOOK SALE – Sunday, October 28, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM, Library: Stop by as we sell overstock books. You’ll get some great deals. Proceeds go toward the purchase books for pastors & leaders in underserved countries and minimal library costs.
VETERANS DAY BREAKFAST – Saturday, November 10, 8:30 AM, Atrium: Attention Veterans of the Military! Join us for breakfast as we hear from special guest speaker, Major Joe Crecca. He served in Viet Nam, was shot down, and captured. He spent 6 years in the infamous Hanoi Hilton prison. No cost to attend, but RSVP at Westminster.org/events/ or click EVENTS on the APP. Contact Tiffany at gro.r1701237137etsni1701237137mtsew1701237137@syna1701237137ffit1701237137
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES:
HELPING HANDS: The ladies of Helping Hands are so thankful for the donations they have received. They currently have all the sheets they need, so they are no longer accepting donations.
TALKTIME: AN EASY WAY TO REACH BEYOND – Thursday, 6:30 PM, Atrium: Serve as an ambassador to our intercultural community. Help guests from around the world practice speaking English over dinner and guided conversation. Questions? Contact Mark Pedrin at gro.r1701237137etsni1701237137mtsew1701237137@pkra1701237137m1701237137
REACH BEYOND! WORK WITH YOUTH – Be a middle or high school leader and impact lives for God. Contact Ceri at gro.r1701237137etsni1701237137mtsew1701237137@fire1701237137c1701237137.
RESOURCES/OPPORTUNITIES:
GROW GROUPS – Various times & locations throughout the week: These groups meet in many sites and aim to be places where you can GROW with others. No matter where you are, there is a Grow Group that can help you take your next step in community. Visit www.westminster.org/grow-groups for more information.
BAPTISM – If you would like more information on what it means to be baptized, or about the course itself, you can email Pastor Matt at gro.r1701237137etsni1701237137mtsew1701237137@ctta1701237137m1701237137
WEEKLY GIVING:
As of 9/19/18
Expectation for the Week $61,300
General Giving for the Week* $44,257
Expectation to Date $872,900
General Giving to Date* $861,617
Annual Expectation $3,600,000
*General giving includes weekly and non-designated special gifts.
NEXT CHAPTER GIVING:
Original Project Cost $22,000,000
Payments to Date $18,729,900
Current Mortgage Balance $3,270,100