NOTES, NEWS & EVENTS
EDUCATION HOUR
Adult Class #1:
The Book of James
led by John Green,
Cedar room
Adult Class #2:
"Sermon Studies"
led by Timothy Quindt,
Music room next to Fellowship Hall
Adult Class #3:
"Lutheranism 101"
WOMEN OF FAITH
A new weekly Bible Study will be starting on Monday, February 17 at 10:00 am. Women of Faith will meet in the Cedar Room in the Community Center to begin a Bible study on John 15:1-17 accompanied by the workbook “Where Love Abides” by Donna Pyle. We will do some work projects around the campus as needed following the study for all those who can stay and do so.
If you have any questions, please contact Arla Mae Luther at 541-520-9918
or Gaye Todd at 360-918-4948.
Fellowship, Sat, Feb 1, 10:00 am
Youth Team, Sun, Feb. 2, 12:45 pm
School Board, Thur, Feb. 6, 6:00 pm
Elders, Tues. Feb. 11, 6:30 pm
Church Council, Tues, Feb. 18, 6:00 pm
SUPPORTING THE NACHT FAMILY
As a way of honoring Melba’s memory, you are invited to help financially support the Nacht family. Mike is facing the combined high costs of medical bills, funeral expenses and college tuition. Melba lived modestly, but faithfully, always trusting God to provide. While we can’t change the events of life, we can make circumstances more manageable for the family. If you feel compelled to give, please donate through the GoFundMe or send a donation directly to the family in memory of Melba.
The Nacht Family
P.O. Box 8745
Lacey, WA 98509
PRAYERS OF FAITH - OPEN PRAYER HOUR
Beginning Wednesday, January 1, the sanctuary will be open from 6 - 7 pm on Wednesdays for anyone who wants to come in and pray. Faith members, school families, or even the public is welcome to come and pray for any needs that God has placed on your heart.
We will have cards with prayer requests at the front of the church, and you are welcome to call or email the church office if you have a prayer request you would like someone to pray for.
EASTER MUSIC
Choir/Ensemble and Hand-bells will start up after Ash Wednesday. Prayerfully consider joining!
Ensemble practices will be held Wednesdays following the service beginning Feb. 26
Hand-bells practices will be held Thursdays at 6:00pm with Choir following at 7:00pm beginning Feb. 27.
A SIMPLE AND CONVENIENT WAY TO GIVE
Consider automating your regular donations with our electronic giving program. Faith relies on the financial support of the congregation and electronic giving offers an easy way to give on a recurring basis. To become an electronic giver, click here. Please contact the church office if you have questions.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The Congregational President is challenging everyone to take a moment and think of areas you might be able and willing to serve, and to jump in!
Some examples might be:
Teaching or mentoring- leading or helping with Sunday School, serving on the Youth Ministry Board, starting or participating in a Life Group etc.
Direct service to others in need- visiting shut-ins, working with Embrace Grace, making quilts with Threads of Faith, etc.
Campus Maintenance- Lawn mowing, grounds maintenance, helping with projects when needed, attending Men of Faith once a month. Our old buildings and grounds need a lot of care, and this is one area where we especially lack volunteers.
Helping with Worship Services- Leading or participating in a music group, serving as a Greeter, Usher, or Reader, or even giving a Mission Moment or Children’s Message.
Leadership- Most of our boards need more participation, some have only one person serving (or none!). Our elected church officers could use some help!
Please contact Mike Todd at 360-491-3868 or campusmgr@faithcampus.org to volunteer or
contact the Church office if you’d like to learn more.
What is Embrace Grace? Embrace Grace is an outreach that serves single women with unexpected pregnancy. We offer support to them through resources, relationships, and encouragement!
What is happening? Our weekly class is offered one evening a week for about 2 hours. We go over scripture and encouragement. We help soon to be moms process some of their emotions and pray with them. We will be offering a baby shower for the moms as well as a day of pampering during their pregnancy!
Where have you seen God work? One of our moms was considering abortion, her boyfriend found her searching for ways to abort on the internet. He encouraged her to go to our embrace grace meeting the next day. He said, 'let's wait to see what they say before making any decisions.' She came to class worried about how we would react to her. We showed her grace and understanding of her fears. We talked about all the amazing things she can offer to this baby. She walked away feeling hope that she can do this! She said, 'I have never had someone tell me it's okay to have fears, I see that other moms feel the same way, which means if they can do it, I can do it!'
How can I serve? Fill out the online form on our website HERE! Once you show interest and fill out the correct forms, you will get updates on volunteer opportunities and you can chime in when you are able!
Comfort Measures During Labor (couples)
February 22, 10 am – 12 pm
AMAZON WISH LIST
Looking for an easy way to donate? A few wish lists have been created on Amazon for your convenience. Ministries supported with the lists include VBS, Sunday School, Youth Group and Rummage Sale. New items are added occasionally so check back often.
Head over to https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2LUNQ5W4749RZ/ref=cm_go_nav_hz.
Don’t forget to use smile.amazon.com for a simple way to support Faith with your everyday shopping!
MISSION MOMENT
How have you seen God move in your life recently? Would you share your story with the congregation? Would you rather someone speak in your place? That can be arranged!
Speak with Matt Koehler or make arrangements with Becky in the church office at or 360-491-3552.
YOUTH - 4 - HIRE
Do you have jobs around the house, yard work or babysitting you would like help with? We have several youth available looking to raise money for their mission account. Please sign up in the Fellowship hall or at the link provided here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6wjxKYDOqXkwMzV0ji5gJfZ5VdLLogybzyZ5lNs5i5et3gw/viewform
YOU'VE GOT MAIL
Please check your church mailbox often for important notices, etc. Questions? Contact Becky in the church office: churchoffice@faithcampus.org.
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT REPAIR
Free medical equipment (non-electric) repair is being offered Monday – Friday by appointment only. If you need help with your walker, wheelchair, cane, crutches, etc. call the church office at 360-491-3552 to be connected with the repair technician.
CARE WARRIORS
Meeting needs through sponsorship to Faith’s members who are sick, grieving or homebound. Please connect with the church office, churchoffice@faithcampus.org or 360-491-3552 to get involved in an effort to keep these friends connected and feeling they are still a part of Faith’s community.
RIGHT NOW MEDIA
Faith has partnered with Right Now Media and we are giving you FREE access to this Christ centered resource. There are kid shows, sermons, Bible studies, testimonies, historical videos, visual tours of the promise land, and more. It takes just a few minutes to register. Simply scroll to the bottom of the home page of this website & click the “get access now” button. Once you have completed the short form you will be sent a personal invitation to join Right Now Media where you can create and customize your own profile to suit you and your family. We want to share the love of Jesus Christ and this is the opportunity to shine His light for more to hear God's word through this resource. Contact the church office at
360-491-3552 with questions. Get a feel for it at www.rightnowmedia.org.
CHILDREN'S RESOURCE
A wonderful resource to help your child understand the what, how and why of Lutheran worship is now available through LCMS called “Kids in the Divine Service”. Visit lcms.org/worship/youth-in-worship to see what is available. This is also a great resource for anyone who may be new to the Lutheran faith.
CHRISTIAN RADIO
Faith comes by hearing and you can hear the sung and spoken Word on many radio stations. Program in a Christian radio station that suits you and your family. You never know when God may use just the right message for just the right time.
On the FM dial, check out 88.1 Air1, 90.5 KACS, 98.5 & 104.5 K Love and Spirit 105.3
Stream online
https://www.air1.com/listen/player ,
https://www.air1.com/listen/christmas
https://www.kacs.org/listen-live
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http://www.klove.com/listen/player.aspx
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