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Pastor Amy's Thoughts...

10/3/2018

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Greetings,
   A few weeks ago I was in the mountains at Tall Timber Ranch, leading and participating in a pastors’ retreat. The sky always seems bluer in the mountains, the air crisper, and the colors more vibrant. And that was the case for our days away. We even took a hike at “the end of the road,” reveling in the colors, the waterfalls, and the absence of mosquitoes. Fall is truly a wonderful time of year.
   While it was not the theme of the retreat, I was struck by the way life mirrors the natural seasons of spring, summer, fall and winter. In our lives, we move through seasons of rapid growth, of basking in the sun, of shedding leaves, and of quiet reflection inside snuggled under the blankets when travel is difficult. The writer of Ecclesiastes famously wrote, “For everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose under heaven.” (3:1)
   What is this season in your life? Are you in a time of rapid growth? A time of basking in the sun? A time of letting go of some of the leaves on the tree of your life? Or enjoying the quiet moments of winter and its austerity?
   Mark and I have crested over from summer into fall. Our bodies are less reliable, the children are mostly out on their own now. At least some of the stuff we accumulated is now being given away, like leaves falling from the trees. It is a different season of life, but not a bad one. There is much more time in my days for ministry now that the kids are out of the house. I have even accepted a very part-time position (8-10 hours/week) with the Presbytery of Northwest Coast as their “Studio E3 Catalyst,” which means I will help existing congregations as they seek out options for renewal and revitalization in their context. E3 is the shorthand for “Engage, Equip, and Encourage,” which is how the Presbytery understands its mission with regards to its ministers and congregations. This complements the work I have been doing on the Presbytery Commission on Ministry (COM) for these last six years. 2018 is my last year on the COM, so the timing is pretty good with regards to my workload. I will begin this position in mid-October.
   As we move from one season into another I would encourage you (and me) to take a moment to appreciate the gifts of the previous seasons, and to breathe into the gifts of the new season.
With thanks for your partnership in Ministry here at Edmonds Presbyterian,

Pastor Amy


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Tuesday Morning Bible Study

10/3/2018

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Tuesday morning bible study continues weekly. Come and be refreshed and renewed by God’s word for us. We are studying the book of James.
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John Calvin Class

10/3/2018

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We have begun a five week series on the reformer, John Calvin, considered the theological pioneer of the Presbyterian and Reformed branch of the Christian church. I hope you can join us after worship in the back classroom for a short video and a lively discussion.
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Session & Task Force Update

10/3/2018

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What has been happening lately with the session and its task force?
The Session and its task force discerned that we would like to become a more multi-use facility, remodeling as needed to host other non-profit offices, a daycare, or even another congregation. All this would be done in partnership with our Presbytery. We have met with the Presbytery Executive Board and a few other potential partners. The next step is to assess the feasibility for this type of development given our zoning and location. This step will be conducted by the Presbytery.

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Holy Yoga

10/3/2018

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Come join us as we become more flexible! Holy Yoga uses the movements of more traditional yoga set to Christian scripture and music. Two classes are offered each week—Tuesday evenings at 8PM and Thursday mornings at 9AM. Both classes have room for more participants. There is no charge for the class, but a donation is requested. Bring your yoga mat, water, and a friend!
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Verge 2.0

10/3/2018

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Northwest Coast Presbytery's annual conference, "Verge 2.0" will be held at New Life Fellowship in Bothell on Saturday, October 20th. The theme is "mutual resurrection" and will include keynotes from Patty Burgin and Erik Samuelson on the theme of effective coaching and how it applies to ministry. Intrigued? You can find out more and register here: www.northwestcoast.org/verge2
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Missions

10/3/2018

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The Jean Kim Foundation fund raiser dinner in September emphasized how important Jean’s ministry has been to homeless and very low income people who want to get a college education. Due to health reasons, Jean is no longer able run the foundation so other people have stepped up to carry on her work. The foundation gives help with housing, medical needs, counseling, finding work, and assistance in applying for any tuition assistance available. A model of the tiny houses that are replacing the tents at Good Shepherd Baptist Church was on display at the dinner. It had heat and electricity, making it a comfortable place to sleep and study. Margaret Smith and Ruth Roberts attended the dinner and were very impressed with the work being done to help the students under the foundation’s supervision succeed in getting an education. A $150 check for their work was given to the Jean Kim Foundation from church mission funds.
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Vision House Benefit Breakfast

10/3/2018

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RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/o/vision-house-14424423078
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Women’s Association

10/3/2018

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The Women’s Association will meet on October 10th at 11:30AM at the church for a business meeting. Lunch will be served around noon. Margaret K. will tell us more about Tyler and Rochelle Holms and how they are using their talents to further God’s work in Malawi.
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Sock-tober!

10/3/2018

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It's soon to be Sock-tober!   Bring your new white men's socks and Jim will deliver them to Nightwatch for us.
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