Lake Stevens Family Church

My Biggest Problem:

Have you ever wondered what the source of life’s problems are? Some may answer, “that’s easy, the Devil”, others may say, “oh, it’s from a fallen world”, other’s may say, “it’s God’s judgment”. I have to say to all of you, you’re partially correct. The Bible tells of several reasons why ‘problems’ arise. Here are a few of them…

Problems point out sin in my life.
Problems provide an opportunity for a miracle from God.
Problems promote spiritual maturity in my life.
Problems portray the war between God and Satan over our soul.

The greatest tool used to by the enemy of our soul is….[brace yourself] YOU. Think about it. What is the common denominator in every problematic situation? YOU. This weekend we are going to look at the #1 barrier to deep relationships and what the Bible teaches about it.

As you peruse this E-Bulletin, I encourage you to get involved in ministry/small groups opportunities/chances to connect with one another.

It’s a blessing serving Jesus with you all.

Pastor Virgil

	My Biggest Problem: Have you ever wondered what the source of life’s problems are? Some may answer, “that’s easy, the Devil”, others may say, “oh, it’s from a fallen world”, other’s may say, “it’s God’s judgment”. I have to say to all of you, you’re partially correct. The Bible tells of several reasons why ‘problems’ arise. Here are a few of them… Problems point out sin in my life. Problems provide an opportunity for a miracle from God. Problems promote spiritual maturity in my life. Problems portray the war between God and Satan over our soul. The greatest tool used to by the enemy of our soul is….[brace yourself] YOU. Think about it. What is the common denominator in every problematic situation? YOU. This weekend we are going to look at the #1 barrier to deep relationships and what the Bible teaches about it. As you peruse this E-Bulletin, I encourage you to get involved in ministry/small groups opportunities/chances to connect with one another. It’s a blessing serving Jesus with you all. Pastor Virgil		Virgil Brown: "Time For A Fresh Start" - MP3 - Sermon notes: GIF \| PDF
	UPCOMING EVENTS Mothers Day is coming soon, so kids you don’t want to miss out on any of the next up coming Sundays, we need your help to honor the moms! Ben S. and I will be filming a "Mom's Day Video" this Sunday in Kids Church. -Trent Great Stuff Ahead! Mark your calenders now! Army Camp @ Cedar Springs for all students 4th, 5th, 6th grade. Friday night through Sunday Morning-ish May 18th - 20th. The Cost is $59.00 and includes: 6 meals, 3 days, 2 nights! Deadline is May 4th. * Money to LSFC due Sunday May 6th. Contact Trent@lakestevenschurch.com or 425.334.5900 Special Forces Kids Camp: Special Forces Kids Camp $50.00 deposit due NOW for Aug. 6th - 10th 2007 (Camp #2). Applications on back table). All money is to go to LSFC. Vacation Bible School!: We Need Your Help! Vacation Bible School Planning Meeting @ Lake Stevens Haggens fireside room, Wednesday May 2nd @ 7 PM: Please RSVP with Trent O. Contact me at Trent@lakestevenschurch.com or 425.334.5900 to sign up and help! Wow night out at the Everett AquaSox baseball game!!! Each ticket cost $9.00 and Angela Brown will be singing the National Anthem. The big game day is August 31^st at 7:35PM and all money is due by August 17^th. (Checks made payable to Lake Stevens Family Church .) See you all there!!! For more information contact the church office at LSFC@lakestevenschurch.com or 425.334.5900. * (Ticket forms are at the back table.) Mens Retreat September 14th - 16th 2007. The main activity will be rafting. Cost: $130. Please contact virgil@lakestevenschurch.com for more information. If you have any questions about these upcoming events please email us or call 425.334.5900.



	UPCOMING MESSAGES Teaching Series: "How To Have Satisfying Relationships" 3/18 Clear Thinking About Your Relationships 3/25 Seeing Relationships As God Sees Them 4/01 The Secret Of Deep Relationships 4/08 Time For A Fresh Start 4/15 Building Great Relationships 4/22 What's Love Got To Do With It? 4/29 #1 Barrier To Deep Relationships You will not want to miss any of these incredible weekend messages. But if you do miss a week, make sure you subscribe to our weekly “podcast”. All of our weekend messages are available online at www.lakestevenschurch.com.

	WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK Monday - Ladies' Coffee April. 30th - Join us for coffee, conversation, and prayer at the Burger King off Highway 9 from 11:00-12:00 PM. Contact Bay-Isle Fischer: 425-737-7744 Tuesday - Ladies' Running Group Do you like to run – but need to be motivated by others? Then join us on Tuesday mornings at 9:00 AM. Contact Angela Brown: angela@lakestevenschurch.com or Jacqueline Kaye: azkaye2@comcast.net Tuesday - Volleyball (A-Level Play) 8:00 -10:00 PM at the Snohomish Boys and Girls Club. Enjoy an energetic workout with friends from church and the community! Contact Virgil Brown: virgil@lakestevenschurch.com Wednesday - Poker and Wings 6:30 PM at various locations. Guys hanging out, playing poker, eating wings, getting to know each other. Contact John Shorb: john.shorb@cedarpark.org Thursday (today!) - Volleyball (C-Level Play) 7:30 - 10:00 PM at Lake Stevens Middle School. Enjoy an energetic workout with friends from church and the community! Contact Virgil Brown: virgil@lakestevenschurch.com		For more information on Small Groups, visit our our website.
	KIDS' MINISTRIES New parent/child information cards are available in the Kid Church rooms to be filled out and updated by each parent. This week’s Nursery Teachers: 9:30am = Sarah R. / Ami B. 11:00am = Judi and Elliott N. This week’s Elementary Teachers: 9:30am = K--6/7th Grade = Steve C./Brianne P. 11:00am = Dan & Jody H. 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 we need substitute teachers for May and June (8 weeks only) Trent@lakestevenschurch.com. Nursery/Pre-K News: Attention!!! Parents of Nursery/Pre-K aged children: Every week even the youngest members of LSFC are learning about the love of Jesus Christ. Here are some upcoming lessons for the next couple of months that your Nursery aged children are not going to want to miss out on: April: Key Verse: Psalm 139:14 – “I Am Wonderfully Made” This Sunday, April 29^th – “God Made My Ears” May: Key Verse: Psalm 139:14 – “I Am Wonderfully Made” 6^th – “God Made My Nose” 13^th – “God Made My Hands” 20^th – “God Made My Feet” 27^th – “God Made My Heart”


	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 April 22nd: Song by Artist from Album: I Am Free by Jon Egan/Peter Furler from iWorship: Platinum Your Name by Paul Baloche/Glenn Packiam from Worship: Platinum Blessed Be Your Name by Matt Redman from The Songs of Matt Redman Vol. 1 Friend of God by Israel Houghton from Lakewood Church and Orchestra
	CONTACTING US Virgil Brown - Lead Pastor - virgil@lakestevenschurch.com Angela Brown - Music - angela@lakestevenschurch.com Trent Olson - Associate - trent@lakestevenschurch.com. Ben Smith - Music Associate - ben@lakestevenschurch.com Rick Doucette - Media Director - rick@lakestevenschurch.com