FROM PASTOR VIRGIL

Small Groups Are A Big Thing @ Family Church

Small Groups are a big thing here at family church.  Why?  Well, just think about that question for a moment.  Jesus teaches us that we are His “family”.  Jesus said that He came and died for His church “family”.  The Bible says that this was Jesus’ plan well in advance of us even being here on Earth.  Look at what Ephesians says…

Ephesians 1:5 (NLT)
God decided in advance to adopt us into his own family by bringing us to himself through Jesus Christ. This is what he wanted to do, and it gave him great pleasure.

Being a part of God’s family brings Him pleasure.  So think about that for a moment.  What if in your earthly family you were to only see your family members ONCE A WEEK.  Say you only saw your earthly family for one meal a week?  You only had lunch with your mom, dad, brother, sister one day a week.  Then, you never saw them again for the entire week, until the next Sunday lunch?  Do you think you would have a very healthy family experience?  (ok…I HAVE to answer this for you…NO!)

How can we possibly think we will have a positive experience with God’s family if we only are a part of His family ONE TIME A WEEK?

Being a part of a community group is not an option if we expect to know other people, and to be known by other people.  If you ever feel like you’re disconnected and no-one knows you, then you need to find your way to a small group.  We have a number of new groups rolling out in a few weeks, and as your Pastor I am encouraging EVERYONE to sign up and get involved in one.

Please, feel free to email me if you have any questions, and I am so excited to see our church continue to grow as a body of believers.

God bless you and we’ll see you soon in a Small Group.

Pastor Virgil

CURRENT SERMON SERIES

Don’t Worry, Be Happy

The Beatitudes

Matthew Chapter 5

Through this series based on the Beatitudes in Matthew 5, Pastor Virgil looks at what God says about our happiness. Come learn how humility can affect our happiness and look at ways to heal a broken heart in a message on grief. Also learn how Jesus teaches how you can control your reactions, how to find peace, the secret of satisfaction and how giving can make life happier. Finally, we will focus on how to develop a pure heart and how to handle harassment for our faith.

This is going to be an exciting time of growth in your life and in the life of our church.  You cannot afford to miss any of these life-changing messages for the New Year.

#223   The First Step To Happiness

#224   How To Heal A Broken Heart

#225   Controlling My Reactions

#226   The Secret of Satisfaction

#227   You Get What You Give

#228   Happy From The Inside Out

#229   Finding The Missing PEACE

#230   When Your Faith Is Under Attack

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT FC

SUNDAYS -

• Service Times & Location:
  Join us this Sunday for one of our 9:30 or 11:00AM Services, at the Lake Stevens Boys & Girls Club. You will enjoy high-powered, high-energy services, Where we focus on loving God & loving people. Kids' classes available for all ages.
  
• Sundays Classes & Small Groups:
  
  
• Nursery - Ages 0-2yrs. - 9:30 & 11:00AM
  
  
• Pre-K - Ages 3-5 yrs. - 9:30 & 11:00AM
  
  
• Elementary - Ages K-5^th Grade - 9:30 & 11:00AM
  
  
• Youth - Ages 6^th-12^th Grade - 9:30AM
  
  
• Ladies - Meets Sundays at 11:00AM at the Boys & Girls Club - New Class beginning February 21st
  
  

This Sunday's Kids' Ministries Teachers

This Week’s Nursery:
9:30AM - Connie P./Heather R.
11:00AM - Terry L./Laurie G.

This Week's Pre-K Teachers
9:30AM - Keri G./Linda W.
11:00AM - Vickie M./Mara A.

This Week's Elementary Teachers (K - 5^th):
9:30AM - John O./Diane R.
11:00AM - Matt & Kymm R.

We are always looking to add people to our great team of teachers and helpers…Get involved – you will find great reward!!! For more information on how you can get involved in our children’s department, contact the church office at LSFC@LakeStevensChurch.com

WEEKDAYS -

• Tuesday - Volleyball (A-Level Play)
  7:00 - 9:00 PM at the Lake Stevens High School. Enjoy an energetic workout with friends from church and the community!
  Contact Virgil Brown: virgil@lakestevenschurch.com
  
  
  
  
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  Wednesday - Poker and Wings
  6:30 PM at various locations. Guys hanging out, playing poker, eating wings, getting to know each other.
  Contact KC West: KenCW1950@yaho.com
  For an updated weekly schedule, go to our website at www.lakestevenschurch.com and click on 'Groups'; 'Men's Wednesday Night Poker' and follow instructions.
  
  
  
  
  
• Wednesday - Youth Group
  7:00-8:30 PM at various locations. Youth kids (ages 7^th-12^th grade) hanging out & learning more about Jesus.
  Contact Kari Lineaweaver at kllineaver@msn.com
  
  
  
  
  
• Ladies Night Out
  Ladies, join us once a month for games, fellowship & fun. We meet once a month for games on the 3^rd Thursday of the month at 6:30PM. Location varies. For more information contact the church office at LSFC@LakeStevensChurch.com or call 425-334-5900.
  

UPCOMING EVENTS

• New Ladies Class - February 21st

The ladies of LSFC will be reading Breaking Free, by Beth Moore. Please join us for discussion and weekly fellowship. Meetings begin on Feb. 21st at 11am. If you'd like to purchase a book - you can do so at the Christian Book Store or on amazon. Books are approximately $12. For more information contact Erica Owens at JNE94@AOL.com or  (425) 334 4855.

• Celebration Sunday

We continue to move forward with our building project & exciting things are happening. February 21st, is celebration Sunday. If you have made a monthly commitment to our Capital Campaign Efforts - this is a great Sunday to bring your commitment offering, if you have not already done so.

• Friends Praying for Friends

Each 1st & 3rd Sunday of every month, we are continuing with "Friends Praying for Friends". We will be distributing new cards on February 28th. Please continue to pray for our church family. For questions or more information, contact our Prayer Director, KC West at KenCW1950@yahoo.com.

• 2010 Missions (S.T.O.R.M.) Trip

Our missions' Team is gearing up to go to San Quintin, Mexico this July. This will be a great trip where they are planning on building a home for a family in Mexico. If you would like to go on this trip or would like more information on how you can support this team, please contact Vickie Millhouse.

Trip Dates: July 24th - August 1st
Approx. Cost: $900 (Includes lodging, all meals, airfare and van rental)
Contact: Vickie Millhouse at Millhousemenagerie@earthlink.net or
425-334-9371

MUSIC

Psalm 96:1-2 says, “Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, praise His name; proclaim his salvation day after day.”

Weekend Music for February 14th:

Song by Artist from Album

• Counting on God by Jared Anderson from Desperation Band
• Never be Shaken by Jared Anderson from New Life Worship
• The Lord is Gracious and Compassionate by Graham Ord from Vineyard
• Your Name from Paul Baloche & Glenn Packiam from iWorship:Platinum
• Glorified by Jared Anderson from New Life Worship
• Open My Heart by Marcus Bradbury from More Like You

COUNSELING AT LAKE STEVENS FAMILY CHURCH

The Cedar Park Counseling Network (CPCN) supports the vision of LSFC to provide a place for the hurting, the hopeless, the discouraged, the depressed, the frustrated and confused to find love, acceptance, guidance and encouragement.

The staff of CPCN are all committed Christians with rich backgrounds in ministry offering caring counseling in a safe environment for the healing and strengthening of people and relationships.

Our primary purpose at Cedar Park Counseling Network is to serve Christ, Church, and Community by providing quality, affordable counseling through a broad range of services at our convenient locations in the Puget Sound (Greater Seattle). Based on your preference, we can provide either Christian Counseling or Traditional Counseling.  Choose from individual, marriage, or family counseling; group therapy; and support groups.

Please visit our website at www.LakeStevensChurch.com for classes offered.

Office: 425-334-5900

CONTACTING US

Virgil Brown - Lead Pastor - virgil@lakestevenschurch.com
Angela Brown - Music - angela@lakestevenschurch.com
Rick Doucette - Webmaster - rick.doucette@gmail.com