21Feb 2017 by lordoflife

LYO Holden Village 2017

LYO
Here are some pictures from the Holden Village trip the LYO group took February 17-20. We had a blast sledding, snowshoeing, and cross country skiing. For many of us it was our first time on snowshoes and skis! We also got to make glass & basket crafts, and have some great fellowship time. A fun time was had by all! [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id="3" gal_title="Holden Village February 2017"]
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08Feb 2017 by lordoflife

Middle School

Middle School
We had an amazing time at Lutherhaven for our Middle School Retreat.  We made new friends, got to sled with tons of snow on the ground, and eat like Kings and Queens.  Thank you to Lutherhaven for having us and showing us a great time. Theme Verse: Ephesians 2:10 - For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.
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08Feb 2017 by lordoflife

Young Years Preschool

Young Years Preschool
Love is in the air at Young Years Christian Preschool this Valentine’s month!  Our little ones are learning that “sharing is caring” and “love is a hug.”  We are excited that our classrooms have been filled with a bunch of “SWEETHEARTS!”  Our halls are displaying the joys of the Holiday with hearts and Valentine’s mailboxes.  Next week, Feb 9-10, will be the children’s Valentine’s parties. During this time, the children will get to pass out their cards and treats. This is a wonderful opportunity for the children to show their friends how much they mean to them.  During the month of February, we will continue talking about God’s love for us! The classes will continue memorizing their Bible verse for the month; “Trust in the Lord with all your heart.”…
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08Feb 2017 by lordoflife

YAGM

YAGM
Krista Stanley 2017-2018 YAGM https://kristacentraleurope.wordpress.com/2017/07/28/making-yagm-my-reality/ Savannah Phelan 2016-2017 YAGM Final Update Hello! I am now in my last month in placement, what???? So, in an attempt to reflect on my year I have been writing one short post a day on my blog about some of the small parts of my life here that have meant a lot to me. Thought I would share it with you all in case you were interested. You can find the link below. Wishing you a happy summer wherever you might be! Take care, Savannah https://savannahyagm.wordpress.com/portfolio/moi-ki-tiet/  May 2017 Update Hello All! I hope this email find you well! Attached is my newsletter for May. In it I mention a lot of things that I wish I could go into more detail about but I…
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11Sep 2016 by lordoflife

LYO

LYO, Uncategorized
The LYO, your high school group, had a great retreat on the Oregon Coast. We enjoyed a gorgeous home for our stay, beautiful weather, yummy and plentiful food, some fun excursions, plenty of laughter, and (most importantly) learning and growing in our faith. Our theme this year was: Whatever. And before you jump to any conclusions about teens and the word “whatever” let me explain. Philippians 4:8-9 says: Whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is pleasing, whatever is commendable – if anything is worthy of praise – think on these things. Keep on doing the things that you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and the God of peace be with you. We studied showing mercy, our giftedness, and…
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11Sep 2016 by lordoflife

Friendly vs. Welcoming

Deacon, Newsletter, Welcoming
Did you know that there is a difference between being a Friendly Congregation and a Welcoming Congregation? For some, it might just be semantics but others will point out the difference. Almost every congregation is friendly. Friendly is sharing feelings with those you already know. It is pretty easy to be warm and accepting to the people you already know or with whom you have some connection. If you look, act, dress, and speak like me, it is easier to be friendly. Our Guiding Principles do not state that we strive to be a friendly congregation. They state that we will be an Inviting Community, Welcoming Everyone. Welcome goes beyond opening up to those we know or who share a lot of similarities. Welcome is sharing hospitality with a stranger…
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