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1. E F C F O C U S J A N U A RY 2 013
Dear EFC,
BLIZZARD CAMP 2013
SCHOLARSHIPS NEEDED
The last time we were gathered as a church family was a
humbling one. I thank our heavenly Father for His January 25-27, for 2nd-6th graders
unwaivering love and kindness expressed to us in Jesus.
The days since have been ones of a deepening intimacy in REGISTER ONLINE FOR BLIZZARD CAMP!
my relationship with Jesus. You may help provide a way for children and
Jesus loves me (us). He is all we need. He truly is. And youth to attend camps who could not attend
until we receive this truth, by faith, we will not be nor otherwise. We provide financial aid for families
have what He has for us. in need who request camp scholarships. Please
give your gift and note that it is for “camp
We have met as a church for nearly six years. We have
scholarships”.
been immersed in church culture and have become well-
versed in appropriate “Christian” behavior. Our morality
would be considered commendable by many. But this is
not enough. It is not by works we are saved or enjoy a
relationship with Jesus. The good news of Jesus is not that
we would live better lives but we would be changed - not
just in our thinking but in our hearts; Not greater efforts
but greater fruit! No tree strains and wishes to pop out
fruit - it is a natural product of abiding in the rich
environment in which it was designed to flourish.
FAMILY GATHERING
When we “strive” to be Jesus with skin we often guilt and January 5 and 12 at 5pm
pressure ourselves to do things. When we abide in Christ
Join us on Saturdays for the Family Gathering where we
and rest in Him and enjoy genuine relationship with Him
gather to worship Christ and grow in our knowledge of
“Jesus with skin” will be a natural outflow. A genuine and the Scriptures. All ages are welcome to the family
personal relationship with Jesus is the rich environment in worship time and preschool childcare is provided for little
which we were designed to flourish. How wonderful this ones. Following our family worship there is a breakout
relationship is - in Christ I feel more loved and alive than time for elementary-age children and middle schoolers.
with any other I have known. We return to our study of the Bible book of James where
we are learning that it is not what we purport to believe
I’ve been pressing and straining by my own effort in but what actually flows out of our heart
recent months. Many of you have looked to my example. that reveals the genuineness of our faith.
Join us on Saturdays as we study God’s
By God’s grace there is a change. I have made a
word together.
resolution - not because of the new year - but because
Jesus is enough. He is truly enough. In this I pray that you 4:30pm, Prayer time
will follow my example. And let’s discover what this truly 5:00pm, Family worship
means. 6:00pm, Sermon & children’s breakouts
7:00pm, Fellowship & refreshments
For His Glory, Pastor Mike
WHERE? 11329 23rd Dr. SE, Everett, WA 98208
EFC Community Groups
Crosswalk and LIFE Group
Friday, January 18th, 6:30-9:00pm
Our weekly gathering and the mission of EFC continues as
EFC CHURCH PRAYER
we move into homes for Community Group. This is a vital SATURDAYS @ 4:30-4:50PM
part of EFC life and all are welcome to join us. Contact the
Community Pastors (Steve/Janine and Dan/Jenn) for the TUESDAYS @ 6:45-7:45PM
location of this month’s groups. They lead a special time of All invited to join us for prayer and intercession. Prayer requests can
sharing, fellowship, and prayer. be emailed to the Community Pastors or turned into the prayer box.
online - everettfamilychurch.org | mail - 15317 73rd AVE SE #2, Snohomish, WA, 98296 | phone - 425 387-1975

2. Missions Support Overseas
D E C E M BE R R E WIND We continue to support mission locally and abroad. Those
Thank you from Hands of Hope: EFC financially supports families involved in being Jesus in other cultures that we
support are:
the Hands of Hope food bank. This note comes
from their director, Sue Osborne… Kim and Mason Lockwood -
“I wanted to send a note of Thanks to you and Papua New Guinea
your congregation for the continued support of www..ntm.org
Hands of Hope Food Bank. God Bless you all!”
New Horizons: Another month of serving the teens of Nicolas and Priscille
Seattle, a highlight! As you can see, the parents Rinderknecht - Paris, France
step back and the children and youth virtually lead www.worldventure.com
the entire night’s service!
Christopher and Heather
Schwarzen - Nepal
www.globalmissionary.org
Visit their website and see
what their work is about.
Pray for them. Continue to give generously to the Joy Box
Family Tree Apartments: We hosted Christmas dinner that we might support them in a greater way!
for the residents. There were over 70 tickets
distributed and many who came. We provided
roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, tossed salad, and Blizzard Staff Meetings
cherry delight and cake. In the midst of the Blizzard Snow Camp is January 25-27th and our youth
program we had a craft, music, and a message. and adult staff is set. Please pray for this tremendous team
who will be serving the children at camp!
All-Staff Training #1 - Sat, January 5, 9-11am
All-Staff Training #2 - Sat, January 19, 9-11am
Contact Jenn for more information (jndbell@frontier.com)
E F C B I R T H D A Y S
EFC Christmas Party: December 15th was our Christmas Let me know if your birthday is missing!
Gathering. It began with festive music
Jan 12 ............................Jono
and a teaching skit from Isaiah. Then Jan 20 ............................Max
Pastor Mike delivered “A (Christmas) Jan 21 ............................Steve
Sermon on the Price of Peace.” The Jan 28 ............................Mike W
Spirit was present. Jan 31 ............................Bella
EFC Management Team
Dan Bell, Janine Ripley, & Mike Wright
The Management Team oversees financial operations of
EFC including the use of meeting space, monthly operating
budget, and accountability as to how resources are used.
Then we gathered for the party and enjoyed a Using what God entrusts to us is an act of worship for this
potluck and had some good laughs over the white team and one in which they have seen the hand of God in
elephant gift exchange. The kids are standing with very tangible and awesome ways. Your support through
prayer and generous giving are requested!
their spoils in the pictures above!
Monthly operating budget ........................$6,900
Christmas Eve Service: Several families gathered to
Total Joy Box gifts in December ...............$5,783
reflect on the joy of Christmas. We experience true Total EFC spending in December ..............$5,855
joy in this season and in every season because of Community Ministry in December ............$607
our heavenly Father’s loving pursuit of a
relationship with us! Everett Family Church is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization.
Tax Identification # 71-1025722
online - everettfamilychurch.org | mail - 15317 73rd AVE SE #2, Snohomish, WA, 98296 | phone - 425 387-1975